Forward
Yeshiva University suspends all student clubs after SCOTUS denies its request to block LGBTQ group
16 Sep 2022
Yeshiva University (YU) has suspended all student clubs amidst a legal battle over recognizing an LGBTQ student group, the Y.U. Pride Alliance. This decision...
16 Sep 2022
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Earth, King and Fire - with special guest David Wallace-Wells
16 Sep 2022
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...
16 Sep 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Yoh Malkeh
15 Sep 2022
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...
15 Sep 2022
Forward
Ignoring the New York Times’ yeshiva report doesn’t help Hasidic boys like mine
15 Sep 2022
Beatrice Weber, a former Hasidic wife and mother of ten, responds to the New York Times report on the deficiencies within Hasidic yeshiva education. While ma...
15 Sep 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Beloved March of the Living survivor David Shentow has city park in Ottawa named in his memory
13 Sep 2022
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...
13 Sep 2022
Forward
Why The New York Times translated its Hasidic yeshiva investigation into Yiddish
12 Sep 2022
The New York Times translated its investigative article on the secular education deficits in Hasidic yeshivas into Yiddish to ensure accessibility for the co...
12 Sep 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Great Yeshiva Slander
12 Sep 2022
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...
12 Sep 2022
Forward
New York set to strengthen oversight of secular studies at Orthodox schools
11 Sep 2022
New York's Board of Regents is poised to vote on a proposal allowing increased state oversight of the secular education curriculum in Orthodox Jewish yeshiva...
11 Sep 2022
Forward
What I learned about the Holocaust playing a game called 'Gestapo'
2 Sep 2022
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...
2 Sep 2022
What Matters Now
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What back to school looks like for two Israeli teachers
31 Aug 2022
Israeli teachers Tova Dagan and Yoni Nuriel share insights into their experiences and expectations for the upcoming school year amid the potential for strike...
31 Aug 2022
Bonjour Chai
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The People of the Pocketbook
25 Aug 2022
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...
25 Aug 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The High Price of Debt Forgiveness
25 Aug 2022
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...
25 Aug 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'I was gaslit continuously': Alexandra Lulka Rotman speaks out about her antisemitism battle with Toronto's school board
25 Aug 2022
Alexandra Lulka Rotman discusses her battle with the Toronto District School Board after being falsely accused of Islamophobia for condemning anti-Israel edu...
25 Aug 2022
Unorthodox
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Dog Days: Ep. 329
18 Aug 2022
In this episode, author Ilana Horwitz discusses her new book on how religious upbringing, particularly in Jewish households, can impact academic success. Aus...
18 Aug 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Shvitzing in August
11 Aug 2022
During a break from their regular programming, the podcast "Shvitzing in August" features a re-aired interview with renowned climate activist Tzeporah Berman...
11 Aug 2022
Tablet
Eisgruber’s Emails
11 Aug 2022
Bari Weiss recently detailed the ideological shift in higher education institutions like Princeton University, where a local rebellion unfolded after a tenur...
11 Aug 2022
Tel Aviv Review
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The Comedy Network
8 Aug 2022
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...
8 Aug 2022
Jamie Geller
Jamie Geller Hosts The Annual Aish Tisha B'Av Program
7 Aug 2022
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...
7 Aug 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Shattering Glass and Breaking Stereotypes
5 Aug 2022
The Bonjour Chai team dedicates an episode to the discussion of interfaith marriage, exploring varying viewpoints within Judaism on the matter. Reform rabbis...
5 Aug 2022
Rivkush
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Jews are a multicultural people. Loolwa Khazzoom wants our spaces to reflect that
27 Jul 2022
Loolwa Khazzoom has been a longstanding advocate for recognizing the multicultural nature of the Jewish people since the 1990s. Through initiatives like the ...
27 Jul 2022
Forward
Government to investigate USC over harassment of Zionist student
26 Jul 2022
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...
26 Jul 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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You Can’t Handle the Truth
25 Jul 2022
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...
25 Jul 2022
Bonjour Chai
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The Hillels are Alive with the Sound of Wedding Music
21 Jul 2022
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...
21 Jul 2022
Tel Aviv Review
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Building on Shared Experiences: The Konrad Adenauer Foundation Marks 40 Years in Israel
18 Jul 2022
Prof. Norbert Lammert, chairman of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, discusses the challenges facing liberal and democratic values in Germany and beyond during...
18 Jul 2022
Jewish Insider
The 25-year-old Jewish day school grad setting his sights on Congress
18 Jul 2022
Matthew Foldi, a 25-year-old Jewish day school graduate and former journalist, is running for Congress in Maryland's 6th District against Rep. David Trone. I...
18 Jul 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'I must tell the world what happened': Max Eisen, in his own words
11 Jul 2022
This episode commemorates Max Eisen, a prominent Holocaust survivor and educator, who dedicated his life to spreading messages of tolerance and confronting e...
11 Jul 2022
Bonjour Chai
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None is Not Enough
7 Jul 2022
Younger generations are donating less than their parents, prompting Jewish organizations in Canada to engage younger donors differently. The Canadian expansi...
7 Jul 2022
Forward
Hasidic boys like mine don't receive the education they deserve
15 Jun 2022
Beatrice Weber shares her compelling journey advocating for proper secular education for Hasidic boys, challenging the status quo within her community. After...
15 Jun 2022
Forward
Juneteenth story is marred by myth that Blacks didn’t know they were free
13 Jun 2022
The article by Robin Washington, published by the Forward, challenges the widely-held myth surrounding Juneteenth, which is often believed to mark the day th...
13 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Heated Rhetoric and High Expectations
9 Jun 2022
The January 6 Committee is holding a primetime hearing to present evidence of conspiracy, raising expectations for the proceedings. The discussion also touch...
9 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Evil at Princeton
24 May 2022
The text discusses a podcast highlighting the controversial firing of tenured Princeton professor Joshua Katz for expressing views deemed unacceptable by the...
24 May 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Economic Chickens Come Home to Roost
19 May 2022
In a recent podcast, the discussion delves into the looming bear market and escalating economic challenges with a mix of dread and fascination, reflecting on...
19 May 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Democrats are Delusional. Republicans Are Nuts.
12 May 2022
Josh Kraushaar from the National Journal discusses the current state of Democratic and Republican primary voters, suggesting that both parties are making que...
12 May 2022
Tablet
At Princeton, One Small Step for Free Speech, One Giant Leap for Censorship
6 May 2022
Princeton University's Board of Trustees extended President Eisgruber's term, lauding his support of free speech despite recent actions that contradict such ...
6 May 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Ilana is Significantly Younger than Israel
5 May 2022
Rhonda Lenton, the president of York University, discusses the balancing act of addressing tensions between Jewish and Palestinian student groups on campus, ...
5 May 2022
Unorthodox
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The Mothership: Ep 316
5 May 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, the team explores multifaceted experiences of motherhood through interviews and personal stories. Key discussions include Jewi...
5 May 2022
Forward
Remember the six million without making false comparisons to the Holocaust
27 Apr 2022
In light of diminishing Holocaust knowledge and increased misuse of Holocaust comparisons, Ken Jacobson emphasizes the distinctive nature of the Holocaust an...
27 Apr 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#85 - Understanding the War of Gog and Magog
18 Apr 2022
The text discusses the confusion surrounding the War of Gog and Magog, exploring questions about the identities of Gog and Magog and their relevance to curre...
18 Apr 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#84 - Lesson and Deeper Understanding of R’ Chaim Kanievsky זצ"ל
13 Apr 2022
This episode delves into practical ways to incorporate the teachings of Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky into daily life, aiming to gain a comprehensive knowledge of To...
13 Apr 2022
Tablet
Princeton’s Mixed-Up President Discards Free Speech and Demonizes Its Defenders
12 Apr 2022
Princeton University's president, Christopher Eisgruber, is seen as holding contradictory principles regarding academic freedom and social justice, which has...
12 Apr 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Fauci Concedes, DeSantis Triumphs, Jeffrey Goldberg Defames
11 Apr 2022
In a recent podcast, the discussion covers the declining COVID-19 numbers indicating the potential end of the pandemic, with even Anthony Fauci suggesting th...
11 Apr 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Loan Me Your Votes
6 Apr 2022
The podcast discusses the Biden administration's decision to extend the student loan moratorium under the guise of COVID-19, questioning its benefits and pot...
6 Apr 2022
Forward
How the Jewish calendar got coded — and how ingenious coders made it happen
31 Mar 2022
The article highlights the digitization of Jewish knowledge, particularly the Hebrew calendar, through the collaboration of technical experts with religious ...
31 Mar 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#82 - The True Significance of Philosophy
31 Mar 2022
This podcast episode delves into the changing perspective on philosophy and its significance in the modern world, highlighting the efforts put into studying ...
31 Mar 2022
Tablet
Studies Fail to Support Claims of New California Ethnic Studies Requirement
29 Mar 2022
Two studies from 2017 and 2021 by Dee, Penner, and Bonilla claimed that an ethnic studies course in San Francisco public schools significantly improved stude...
29 Mar 2022
Forward
‘Free the gays:’ Orthodox high schoolers, led by rabbi, take Purim skit too far
17 Mar 2022
A Purim skit at Yeshiva University High School of Los Angeles (YULA) sparked controversy by mocking the progressive stances of Shalhevet, a crosstown Orthodo...
17 Mar 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Who Is Bracing for Covid’s Return?
15 Mar 2022
James B. Meigs discusses the emergence of a stealth variant in Asia and the possibility of renewed Covid restrictions in America. The news media, along with ...
15 Mar 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Construction kicks off for Toronto's new $27-million Holocaust museum—at a time it's needed most
15 Mar 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily features the new $27 million Holocaust museum in Toronto, focusing on its role in contemporary Holocaust education amid rising ...
15 Mar 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Ongoing rash of Nazi symbols in Canadian schools is a 'contagion', expert warns
7 Mar 2022
The episode addresses a recent surge in antisemitic incidents, notably Nazi salutes and swastikas, in Toronto schools, which Professor Barbara Perry describe...
7 Mar 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Swastikas drawn and coins thrown: This is life for Jewish high school students
2 Mar 2022
In this episode, Ottawa student Talia Freedhoff discusses the pervasive antisemitism encountered by Jewish high school students, highlighting issues like swa...
2 Mar 2022