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The Winnipeg Holocaust Education Centre, Canada's smallest at 1,000 square feet, has been redesigned to focus on teaching the Holocaust in a more contemporar...

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Unorthodox podcast features stories of survival and Jewish pride. Host Stephanie Butnick reflects on...

A recent survey conducted for the American Jewish Committee revealed that almost half of Americans don't know how many Jews perished in the Holocaust, with o...

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board has taken formal action against antisemitism by passing a motion to hire a Jewish equity coach, in part due to the ...

Tamar Hermann, a professor of political science at the Open University and a Senior Research Fellow at the Israel Democracy Institute, presents the findings ...

This text discusses the controversy surrounding the figure of the Rambam (Maimonides) in Jewish history, questioning whether he was the most controversial pe...

In a special Christmas podcast episode, the hosts discuss and share the books they enjoyed reading in 2022. The episode highlights the favorite books of the ...

This episode discusses the validation of new ideas in Torah, different forms of opposition to Chassidus, and the historical perception of Chassidus as Sabbat...

After losing her job at a law firm in Toronto, Phyllis Taylor found new purpose by teaching life skills to Canadian prisoners, including drug dealers and rap...

Dr. Ayelet Kuper, a professor at the University of Toronto's medical school, has documented and published instances of antisemitism faced by Jewish faculty a...

Rachel Azaria, CEO of Darkenu and a seasoned public figure, reflects on her book "Guided Revolution," offering insights on achieving social change in Israel....

Carla Naumburg, a clinical social worker, discusses her new book on self-compassion for parents, emphasizing the need to acknowledge the challenges of parent...

In his book "Enemies, a Love Story," Prof. Hillel Cohen from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem explores Mizrahi Jewish politics in relation to Palestinian A...

The text discusses a report by Independent Jewish Voices highlighting concerns that adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism in Canada has limited open d...

This episode discusses the challenge of being involved in conflict and the basic pattern of conflict, briefly outlining the historical events surrounding the...

The text discusses Nancy Pelosi's potential legacy as a savvy political operator or an obstacle to progressive initiatives. It also touches on the impact of ...

Josephus Flavius, a significant figure in Jewish history, stands out for his unconventional approach to historiography by not just documenting events but als...

Professor Avner Wishnitzer from Tel Aviv University has written a significant book titled "As Night Falls: Eighteenth-Century Ottoman Cities After Dark," whi...

This episode discusses the challenge of historical objectivity, particularly in the context of Jewish history. It questions whether there are unique factors ...

As the number of Holocaust survivors dwindles, raising concerns about the future of Holocaust education and Jewish communal memory, a discussion examines the...

Middle Eastern studies departments have increasingly aligned with postcolonial approaches that critique Israel and the U.S., with notable support for the BDS...

Adam White, a scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and assistant professor of law at George Mason University, revisits a discussion on the Supreme Co...

In a recent podcast, the discussion focuses on the concerning results of the latest educational assessment of American schoolchildren, highlighting the impac...

Mikhael Manekin, a well-known Israeli activist, delves into the struggle of balancing his left-wing political views with his religious Zionist identity in hi...

Rabbanit Rachael Turkienicz, winner of the Great Canadian Sermon Slam, discusses Jewish education, the struggle of women in religious scholarship, and leads ...

Dr. Nora Derbal, an Islamic Studies scholar, explores the role of charity in Saudi Arabia within an authoritarian system in her book "Charity in Saudi Arabia...

"Teshuvahland" delves into the concept of teshuvah, or repentance, as a process of returning to one's true path or desired destination after realizing a devi...

In this edition, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss Benjamin Netanyahu's promise to fund Haredi schools regardless of their teachin...

This episode discusses the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board's controversial decision to disinvite Irwin Cotler from a speaking event, which sparked outr...

The text highlights concerns about the growing influence of administrators in universities, replacing faculty and prioritizing administrative functions over ...

In a recent episode, Yonit and Jonathan discuss the relationship between the Royal Family and the Jewish community amidst news of the Queen's death dominatin...

The New York Times published an exposé on issues in Hasidic schools in New York, which were already known within the community. Similar problems have been re...

This episode of The CJN Daily commemorates the late David Shentow, a Holocaust survivor who dedicated his life to sharing his harrowing experiences to combat...

Journalist Liel Leibovitz discusses a critical piece in The New York Times focusing on Hasidic schools in New York state, criticizing its inaccuracies and bi...

The article by Jodi Rudoren explores the provocative and unsettling educational board game, "Gestapo: A Game of the Holocaust," which was discovered at a syn...

Israeli teachers Tova Dagan and Yoni Nuriel share insights into their experiences and expectations for the upcoming school year amid the potential for strike...

In a recent editorial meeting by The Canadian Jewish News (CJN), the staff discussed Jewish education, pondering if children enjoy it, receive a superior edu...

The text discusses Joe Biden's executive order on student loans, questioning the policy's merits and whether it is merely a political stunt. It delves into t...

Alexandra Lulka Rotman discusses her battle with the Toronto District School Board after being falsely accused of Islamophobia for condemning anti-Israel edu...

In this episode, author Ilana Horwitz discusses her new book on how religious upbringing, particularly in Jewish households, can impact academic success. Aus...

During a break from their regular programming, the podcast "Shvitzing in August" features a re-aired interview with renowned climate activist Tzeporah Berman...

Bari Weiss recently detailed the ideological shift in higher education institutions like Princeton University, where a local rebellion unfolded after a tenur...

Matt Sienkiewicz, a professor at Boston College, co-authored a book titled "That's Not Funny: How the Right Makes Comedy Work for Them." In the book, he expl...

Jamie Geller hosts an annual Tisha B'Av program with Aish that aims to inspire viewers to connect with their Jewish identity and share timeless Jewish wisdom...

The Bonjour Chai team dedicates an episode to the discussion of interfaith marriage, exploring varying viewpoints within Judaism on the matter. Reform rabbis...

Loolwa Khazzoom has been a longstanding advocate for recognizing the multicultural nature of the Jewish people since the 1990s. Through initiatives like the ...

The Department of Education is investigating the University of Southern California following a Title VI complaint filed on behalf of Rose Ritch, a Jewish stu...

Eli Lake highlights a crisis of legitimacy in elite institutions that believe the public cannot handle the truth on various issues such as the economy, Covid...

Hillel Montreal's integration into Federation CJA's GenMTL program led to some challenges, with students feeling alienated due to a perceived focus on pro-Is...

Prof. Norbert Lammert, chairman of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, discusses the challenges facing liberal and democratic values in Germany and beyond during...