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Demographer Charles Shahar analyzed 2021 Canadian census data and found that Jewish populations are increasing in cities across Canada except for Toronto, wh...

The podcast delves into the geopolitical implications of Russia's actions towards an American drone, examining the potential insights into Ron DeSantis' fore...

Rabbi Chaim Strauchler, in an article for Tradition, discusses the fading trend of celebrating Jewish excellence through books like "Great Jews in Sports" or...

In her memoir "Who Do You Think You Are," Yuli Novak, the former director of Breaking the Silence, an organization of IDF veterans, discusses her leadership ...

In this episode, Eric Cohen explores the foundations of Western civilization through the prism of Jewish and classical education, arguing for its revival as ...

This episode explores the intersection of Mishlei (Proverbs) and Psychology, exploring the level of overlap and differences between the two fields. It raises...

In this discussion, the focus is on the Vilna Gaon's response to rationalistic thought, questioning whether rational thought should be completely avoided or ...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss proposed school reforms in Israel that would empower principals to dismiss ineffective teachers ...

The Chabad movement stands out as a prominent presence in Canadian cities with their numerous Chabad houses, menorahs, and outreach activities, even attracti...

University of Toronto's anti-racism office organized a restorative circle for Jewish students and staff to address antisemitism following a report by Dr. Aye...

This podcast episode discusses the validity of current economic measurements and criticizes the political system for its inability to prevent future economic...

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...

A controversial AI chat app allows users to engage in conversations with avatars of historical figures, including notorious Nazis like Heinrich Himmler, and ...

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...

Wilfred Reilly critiques the dominant focus on race and gender identity in elite institutions, advocating instead for the attitudinal model from political sc...

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 ...

Video game designer Luc Bernard is creating "The Light in the Darkness," the first game aiming to accurately portray the Holocaust. Unlike typical video game...

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

The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into allegations of antisemitism at UC Berkeley School of Law following claims that the univer...

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...

A recent survey that allegedly showed widespread antisemitism among American hiring managers has been met with skepticism due to its unscientific methodology...

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...

Yeshiva University (YU) has established a new LGBTQ club called the Kol Yisrael Arevim Club as an Orthodox-compliant alternative to the existing YU Pride All...

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 ...

Kanye West (Ye) recently made headlines with his refusal to retract openly antisemitic statements, turning down an invitation from the Holocaust Museum of Lo...

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...

In a historical move, New York State has declared a Hasidic boys school in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood inadequate in providing basic secular educati...

"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...

The struggle for LGBTQ recognition at Yeshiva University (YU) has become emblematic for other students facing similar challenges at religious institutions. Y...

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 ...