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In episode 117 of TanakhCast titled "The First is Worst Edition," the hosts discuss 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, covering texts from Genesis to ...

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein emphasizes the importance of women's Torah study and religious practice, rooted in a concern for current and future generations. He...

Professor Alon Tal, known for founding the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies and serving as the Chair of the Department of Public Policy at Tel Aviv ...

Dr. Rachel Pear, a teaching assistant at Bar-Ilan University and a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Haifa, discusses the diverse viewpoints within Je...

Devora Steinmetz responds to Rabbi Saul Berman's essay on Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's influence on women's Talmud study. She appreciates the progress made...

Leonard A. Matanky reflects on his experience teaching girls Talmud at Ida Crown Jewish Academy in Chicago for nearly 30 years, emphasizing the importance of...

Dr. Guy Laron, a senior lecturer at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, explores the 1967 Arab-Israeli war in his book "The Six Day War: The Breaking of the Midd...

In TanakhCast #116, the podcast delves into the Hebrew Bible, examining chapters from Genesis to 2 Chronicles every two weeks. The episode titled "The Palace...

Dr. Yifat Gutman, a senior lecturer at Ben-Gurion University, explores memory activism in her book about reshaping the past for a better future in Israel and...

Princeton psychologist Betsy Levy Paluck, known for her work on reducing social tensions like bullying and ethnic conflicts, was awarded a MacArthur Genius G...

In 1976, a movement to introduce intensive Talmud study at Stern College for Women was born, prompted by Dr. Haym Soloveitchik's belief in the importance of ...

Rabbi Shai Held, president of Mechon Hadar and author of The Heart of Torah, discusses his insights on the Torah, particularly Leviticus, sharing how he foun...

Dr. Eli Cook from the University of Haifa delves into his book, The Pricing of Progress, on the significance of economic indicators as the metric of progress...

Rabbi Ari Berman, the President of Yeshiva University, delivered a Shiur Petihah (opening lecture) focusing on Tractate Sukkah, tying it to the new administr...

The text discusses the anticipation surrounding the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Literature, highlighting several Jewish authors who are considered des...

Sarah Brammer-Shlay, a member of the IfNotNow movement, highlights the need to address a moral crisis within the Jewish community regarding the Israeli occup...

Haroon Moghul, a Muslim American with bipolar disorder, delves into his struggles growing up Muslim in America post-9/11 and his journey to becoming a public...

In TanakhCast #114, the podcast delves into the exploration and discussion of four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, aimi...

In 1923, Rabbi Yehuda Meir Shapiro introduced the Daf Yomi program, encouraging daily study of a page of Talmud for seven and a half years. Ilana Kurshan's m...

The article discusses the complex relationship between the Lowell family, Harvard University, and the Jewish community. It delves into the conflicting views ...

The Fall 2017 issue of Letters covers various topics related to Jewish identity and education. It discusses the origins of the trope equating Israelis with N...

The text discusses various aspects of prayer in Jewish tradition. It includes articles on approaches to prayer education, interviews with rabbis about prayer...

Rafi Eis discusses the challenges in teaching tefillah (prayer) effectively in Jewish education, emphasizing the need to address not only human aspects but a...

NCSY has created a unique Siddur aimed at revolutionizing teenage prayer experiences, filled with stories, questions, and images to inspire young people's co...

NCSY has introduced a groundbreaking siddur designed to engage and inspire teenagers in prayer, featuring stories, questions, and images to help them connect...

"Rescued by the Tufts of Their Hair" by Rav Haim Sabato takes readers through the story of Tzion, a soldier, and his journey from a poor orphan in Hatikvah Q...

The author discusses the high costs associated with being Jewish, including expenses for synagogue membership, day school tuition, and kosher food. Drawing p...

Professor Lewis Glinert of Dartmouth College discusses his book "The Story of Hebrew," exploring the 3,500-year history of Hebrew from presumed death to its ...

In TanakhCast #113, the podcast delves into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The discussions involve reflecti...

In 1960, a scandal involving Yale University students engaging in inappropriate behavior with a 14-year-old girl named Suzi gained widespread media attention...

Rabbi Hayyim Soloveitchik's innovative method of Talmud study, known as the Brisker method, became popular in Lithuanian yeshivot in the early 20th century. ...

In TanakhCast #112, the podcast delves into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, covering texts from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, aiming for a comprehensive...

Professor Cathie Carmichael from the University of East Anglia discussed the political turmoil in the Balkans before World War I during an international work...

In TanakhCast #111, the Mabovitz Edition, the podcast delves into the Tanakh by discussing four chapters every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and concludi...

In this episode of "Betting the House," recorded live at JCC Manhattan, special guests Harry Enten and Haroon Moghul are featured. Harry Enten, a political w...

Camp Solomon Schechter, a prominent Jewish summer camp, recently caused controversy by hosting Palestinian children and flying the Palestinian flag alongside...

Dr. Ben Herzog, a lecturer in Israel Studies at Ben Gurion University, explores the topic of citizenship revocation in America from the colonial era to the W...

The Schoolhouse in south Tel Aviv offers adult education to refugees from Eritrea and Sudan, among other countries, providing hope and opportunities for thos...

The article discusses how to help a child feeling homesick at summer camp, using a story of a young boy anxious about being homesick and being left behind. T...

In episode 97 of "The Cats Meow," the hosts discuss topics such as Birthright, Hobby Lobby, and Jay-Z, along with introducing historian Jenna Weissman Joseli...

Rabbi Norman Lamm's theology of anti-racism focused on the responsibilities of those with power and freedom in society, particularly in addressing the issue ...

TanakhCast #109 explores 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, covering texts from Genesis to 2 Chronicles in a reflective and analytical manner. The pod...

Rav Shagar, a unique and influential Israeli thinker, sought to bridge the gap between Torah truths and modern/postmodern culture, addressing contemporary in...

Yale University's Professor Timothy Snyder discusses his bestselling book "On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century" in an interview with the Te...

In episode 96 of Unorthodox, the podcast explores the world of Jewish summer camps with guests sharing their experiences and insights. Sandy Fox discusses th...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the unique culture of Jewish summer camps, unpacking the blend of Jewish ideology, historical developments, and person...

Jacob Taubes and Arthur A. Cohen, both with deep connections to Jewish scholarship and thought, engaged in a heated exchange in 1977 in Paris regarding Simon...

Allan Bloom's influential book "The Closing of the American Mind" ignited a firestorm of controversy when published in 1987, criticizing higher education for...

TanakhCast #108: The City Mouse Edition is a recurring podcast that examines 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis and concluding i...

Rimon, a gourmet kosher restaurant, is set to open at Tulane University, offering kosher-keeping students and the general public healthy and delicious dishes...