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A recent poll among American Jewish voters found that 25% believe Israel is an apartheid state, while 22% think it is committing genocide against Palestinian...

This episode covers the highlights of three significant events held on July 14, focused on combating antisemitism through community input, political action, ...

This bonus episode of Unorthodox features interviews from Tablet's other podcasts, beginning with a discussion of the Surfside building collapse through a Ta...

The text discusses how liberals are potentially undermining their own cause by making leftist attacks on America around July 4, which is seen as a strategic ...

This episode delves into the controversies surrounding the Ramchal, focusing on the specific causes that led to each. It explores how the Ramchal himself per...

This episode delves into the early life of the Ramchal, focusing on his youth and his first Rebbe, R' Yitzchak Chaim Kantorini. It discusses the context of t...

This episode explores the contrasting experiences of the graduating class of 2021 from two Jewish high schools in Canada—TanenbaumCHAT in Toronto and King Da...

Paul du Quenoy critiques Fredrik deBoer's book, "The Cult of Smart," which argues against the education system's overemphasis on intellectual achievement as ...

Amanda Mbuvi's appointment as vice president of academic affairs at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College marks a significant milestone as she becomes the...

Elly Bollegraaf, a Holocaust survivor who was hidden as a child in the Netherlands, shares her story and her perspective on the parallels people draw between...

Chris Stirewalt discusses his article "Republicans, Stop Believing Your Own Election Myth" which addresses misconceptions Republicans hold about voting. He a...

Nancy MacLean's book "Democracy in Chains" delves into the archives of economist James McGill Buchanan, revealing his influence on the Koch brothers, liberta...

The United Educators of San Francisco, a teachers union affiliated with the AFL-CIO, has become the first K-12 public school teachers union in the U.S. to en...

Professors David N. Myers and Benjamin Ravid reflect on the life and contributions of Simon Rawidowicz, a significant 20th-century Jewish intellectual, often...

This episode delves into the challenges faced by Jewish students in Canada amidst the recent Israel-Gaza conflict, highlighting acts of anti-Semitism and cam...

In this episode, Joel Kotkin and Dan Senor discuss the impact of the pandemic on organized religion in America, debating whether it has led to increased or d...

The episode discusses the challenges Camp BB Riback in Alberta faces as it cancels its summer session for the second consecutive year due to the pandemic, al...

Montclair High School, located in a liberal area of New Jersey, sparked controversy when it mistakenly honored Meir Kahane for Jewish American Heritage Month...

Professor Milan Svolik of Yale University explores the paradox of citizens voting for leaders who may threaten democracy in a discussion sponsored by the Isr...

The text alludes to the post-coronavirus era and the sounds associated with this new phase without providing specific details. Additionally, it lists social ...

LGBTQ students at Yeshiva University, led by Molly Meisels, have filed a lawsuit against the institution, alleging a culture of discrimination and alienation...

Musa Al-Gharbi, a Ph.D. candidate and commentator challenging mainstream narratives, highlights how political correctness alienates American ethnic minoritie...

In "Antisocial Media: How Facebook Disconnects Us and Undermines Democracy," Siva Vaidhyanathan asserts that while Facebook has some positive aspects, it sho...

In this episode, the discussion focuses on the historical legacy of Rabbi Levi Yitzchok as a key defender of the Jewish people. The episode delves into famou...

After a hiatus of 14 months, the COMMENTARY podcast has returned to its New York offices with three regular hosts recording in the studio. However, the discu...

In the book "American Affective Polarization in Comparative Perspective," authors Noam Gidron, James Adams, and Will Horne analyze the shift in American poli...

The article "Teaching Israel and the Pandemic" by Sivan Zakai explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Israel education among Jewish youth in North Am...

The text discusses how prominent Democrats like Joe Biden, Stacey Abrams, Andrew Cuomo, and Randi Weingarten are advocating for policies on guns, illegal imm...

The University of Pennsylvania faced controversy for scheduling its commencement ceremony during Shavuot, a major Jewish holiday, sparking backlash from Jewi...

In "Reclaiming Patriotism in an Age of Extremes," Professor Steven B. Smith discusses whether love of country is a positive force or a threat, questioning th...

The text discusses the significant increase in college tuition costs over the years compared to the rate of inflation, questioning the value students receive...

The California State Board of Education has approved an updated Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum (ESMC) following a contentious four-year debate prominently i...

The discussion in the COMMENTARY podcast delves into the recent tragic mass murder of Asian-American women in Georgia, highlighting the potential sexual moti...

The article explores the challenges and complexities of sustaining Jewish pluralism amidst diverse ideological and denominational divides. It examines instan...

The text highlights the Biden administration's homeland security secretary advising migrants not to come to the U.S. border yet, urging them to wait for a mo...

The editorial comment from the Shalom Hartman Institute's journal "Sources" emphasizes the Jewish tradition of intellectual debate and ideas as vital for und...

Rabbi Dr. Tal Sessler, the next Dean of the Rabbinical School at the Academy of Jewish Religion in California, is set to release a book called "Leibowitz and...

The Biden administration is facing confusion over conflicting messages regarding school reopenings, expressing a desire for schools to reopen but also suppor...

Jim, a former editor of Popular Mechanics who has experience in repositioning brands and is currently involved in podcasting, tech writing, and working on a ...

The podcast discusses the failed impeachment trial of former President Trump by Democrats, criticizing their handling of the process. It also touches on the ...

Robert Berman, an American Jewish immigrant in Israel, authored a book on Arabic idioms titled "Min Taq Taq: A Collection of Arabic Idioms" with editor Chris...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the relationship between Torah and Science, addressing how to handle contradictions between them and whether contemporary ch...

The text discusses the impeachment trial of Donald Trump, questioning the effectiveness of Trump's lawyers and the House managers. It also touches on the deb...

Bret Stephens, a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for The New York Times, provides insights on geopolitics post-coronavirus. Raised in Mexico City and educat...

The Commentary podcast discusses the potential risks in the new stimulus package, highlighting Ben Sasse's criticism of Republicans in his state. The spotlig...

In this podcast episode, the focus is on President Biden's flurry of executive orders, his support for critical race theory, and the stance of teachers' unio...

Jewish parents and schools in the Washington D.C. area are on edge ahead of President Biden's inauguration, following the violent January 6th Capitol riots. ...

In her book "Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism," Anne Applebaum explores the rise of nationalist populism in the western world an...

This episode is an appreciation of Rabbi Aharon Chadash, the Mashgiach of the Mir Yeshiva, presented by Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein, a renowned Torah scholar, Ta...

The text discusses a conversation between the author and their friend Modya Silver, who has a deep interest in Gestalt psychology and spirituality, despite n...