Jewish Review of Books
Punctuality, Mendelssohn, and Nihilism: Remembering Alexander Altmann
20 Nov 2019
The reminiscence of the Mendelssohn scholar Alexander Altmann reflects on his punctuality and devotion to studying Moses Mendelssohn's works, notably "Jerusa...
20 Nov 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Church, State and Hospital: Haredi Encounters With Healthcare Services
18 Nov 2019
Dr. Ben Kasstan, a medical anthropologist, delves into his book "Making Bodies Kosher" in a conversation with Gilad Halpern and Dina Kraft. The book explores...
18 Nov 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Church, State and Hospital: Haredi Encounters With Healthcare Services
18 Nov 2019
Dr. Ben Kasstan, a medical anthropologist at the University of Sussex and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, talks about his book "Making Bodies Kosher: The...
18 Nov 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #170: The Raiders of the Lost Ark Edition
11 Nov 2019
In each bi-weekly episode of TanakhCast, the hosts explore and discuss 4 chapters of the Hebrew Bible, covering a range from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The pod...
11 Nov 2019
Forward
A Unique Yiddish Day School: Melbourne’s Sholem Aleichem College
6 Nov 2019
Sholem Aleichem College in Melbourne, founded over 40 years ago by ten families, remains a unique institution where Yiddish is a daily and integral part of e...
6 Nov 2019
Lehrhaus
Toward Holistic Models of Assessing Judaic Studies Classroom Success in Day Schools
4 Nov 2019
The text discusses the need for a more holistic approach to assessing success in Judaic Studies classrooms in Jewish day schools. It highlights that traditio...
4 Nov 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “There’s No Government Like No Government” Edition
31 Oct 2019
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the potential benefits of not having a government in Israel, suggesting that it might be better ...
31 Oct 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “There’s No Government Like No Government” Edition
31 Oct 2019
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the idea that not having a government in Israel might be better than having one, questioning the...
31 Oct 2019
Unorthodox
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Big Mouths: Ep. 202
31 Oct 2019
Comedian Nick Kroll joins the Unorthodox podcast to discuss 'Big Mouth,' his Netflix animated show about puberty and its Jewish influences, including memorie...
31 Oct 2019
Lehrhaus
The Autism Question and Beyond: Rereading the Joseph Saga
31 Oct 2019
In the book "Was Yosef on the Spectrum? Understanding Joseph Through Torah, Midrash, and Classical Jewish Sources," Samuel J. Levine explores the idea of att...
31 Oct 2019
Torah 101
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#23: The Parameters of Divine Providence
30 Oct 2019
This podcast delves into the complexities of divine providence in Jewish theology, highlighting the belief that God oversees every aspect of creation down to...
30 Oct 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #169: The Nature's Bounty Edition
28 Oct 2019
In TanakhCast #169, the podcast delves into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, exploring and discussing their meanings an...
28 Oct 2019
Tablet
Free College Tuition for American Jews
28 Oct 2019
The article suggests that American Jewish students facing hostility and ideological indoctrination in U.S. universities should consider studying in Israel wh...
28 Oct 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #168: The Murdered By Words Edition
14 Oct 2019
TanakhCast #168 is an episode in a series that delves into the Tanakh, exploring four chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The podcast reflects o...
14 Oct 2019
Tablet
Learning Hebrew—at Last
10 Oct 2019
Roseanne Benjamin reflects on her delayed journey to learn Hebrew, despite her early exposure through Hebrew school and Jewish summer camp. Growing up in the...
10 Oct 2019
Unorthodox
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The Newish Jewish Encyclopedia: Ep 198
3 Oct 2019
The special episode celebrates the release of "The Newish Jewish Encyclopedia" by featuring insights from numerous celebrities and contributors who discuss v...
3 Oct 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #167: The Scribal Shenanigans Edition
29 Sep 2019
In TanakhCast episode #167, the discussion revolves around delving into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and concluding with ...
29 Sep 2019
Tablet
100,000 Little Stalinists
25 Sep 2019
The text discusses the challenges faced by liberal thinkers and educators in navigating the increasingly restrictive and intolerant attitudes prevalent on co...
25 Sep 2019
Lehrhaus
Sin-a-gogue: A Must-Read for the Yamim Noraim
24 Sep 2019
"Sin-a-gogue: Sin and Failure in Jewish Thought" by David Bashevkin delves into the taboo subject of sin in Judaism, emphasizing the importance of discussing...
24 Sep 2019
Tablet
America’s New Sex Bureaucracy
24 Sep 2019
Four feminist law professors at Harvard Law School, including Janet Halley and Jeannie Suk Gersen, have criticized the unfairness of campus Title IX tribunal...
24 Sep 2019
Forward
Duke, UNC Must Fix Pro-Islam Bias In Middle East Program, Government Says
20 Sep 2019
The U.S. Education Department has urged Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to revise their Middle East Studies program, citi...
20 Sep 2019
Tablet
Tying a Talmudic Knot
20 Sep 2019
This personal reflection explores the writer's experiences studying Talmud with their father since childhood, highlighting the intensity and complexity of th...
20 Sep 2019
Unorthodox
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The One with the Instagram Rabbis: Ep. 196
19 Sep 2019
In episode 196 of "The One with the Instagram Rabbis," Modern Ritual's Samantha Frank and Rena Singer discuss their feminist, passionate Jewish content on In...
19 Sep 2019
Unorthodox
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The One with the Instagram Rabbis: Ep. 196
19 Sep 2019
This episode features discussions with Samantha Frank and Rena Singer on utilizing Instagram for feminist Jewish engagement, Saul Austerlitz on the lasting a...
19 Sep 2019
Torah 101
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#21: Torah and Science: Can they be Reconciled?
16 Sep 2019
The discussion explores the apparent discrepancies between Torah teachings and scientific consensus, particularly regarding the age of the universe, the conc...
16 Sep 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #166: The Snitches Get Stitches Edition
16 Sep 2019
In TanakhCast episode #166 titled "The Snitches Get Stitches Edition," the hosts delve into four chapters of the Tanakh, spanning from Genesis to 2 Chronicle...
16 Sep 2019
Jewish Review of Books
Setting the Table
15 Sep 2019
Sally Berkovic's memoir "Under My Hat" delves into her experiences as an Orthodox Jewish woman, navigating the complexities of religious commitment and engag...
15 Sep 2019
Jewish Review of Books
In and Out of Time
15 Sep 2019
Abraham Joshua Heschel, a prominent Jewish thinker and refugee scholar, faced uncertain times during Nazi rule in the 1930s. In a new collection of his writi...
15 Sep 2019
Tablet
Writing Jewish
5 Sep 2019
The author reflects on his journey as a writer, admitting to early aspirations to imitate literary giants like Henry James, even though it took him until alm...
5 Sep 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Everything You Wanted to Know About the Israeli Economy but Were Afraid to Ask
3 Sep 2019
Economist Joseph Zeira from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem talks about his book "The Israeli Economy" as discussed on the Tel Aviv Review. The book serve...
3 Sep 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Everything You Wanted to Know About the Israeli Economy but Were Afraid to Ask
3 Sep 2019
Professor Joseph Zeira from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem presents his new book "The Israeli Economy," which serves as a comprehensive introduction to v...
3 Sep 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #165: The Ephemeral Edition
2 Sep 2019
In this TanakhCast episode, the focus is on the discussion and exploration of four chapters from the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis and progre...
2 Sep 2019
Lehrhaus
Philanthropy is Great, It’s Where You Give That Matters
29 Aug 2019
The author argues that while philanthropy is crucial for supporting Jewish education, it should be directed towards consumers rather than schools to make edu...
29 Aug 2019
Forward
Opinion | Yes, Anti-Zionism Is Anti-Semitic. But It’s Still Protected Speech.
27 Aug 2019
The article addresses the fine line between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism, emphasizing that while anti-Israel speech can often be anti-Semitic, it is still ...
27 Aug 2019
Tablet
Why Do So Many Israelis Only Connect With Judaism When They Come to America?
26 Aug 2019
Many Israelis only connect with Judaism when they come to America due to feeling overwhelmed by religious coercion in Israel, leading them to explore their J...
26 Aug 2019
Forward
California School District Re-Opens Investigation Into Team Making Nazi Salute
22 Aug 2019
The Garden Grove Unified School District in California has reopened an investigation into students from Pacifica High School who were caught on video making ...
22 Aug 2019
Forward
California High School Team Gives Nazi Salute During Awards Ceremony
20 Aug 2019
High school athletes in southern California's Pacifica High School in Garden Grove were reported to have given a Nazi salute and chanted a supportive song du...
20 Aug 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Vocational Training: The Past - and Future - of Israel's Economy
19 Aug 2019
Dr. Eitan Regev, an economist and Research Fellow at the Israel Democracy Institute, discusses the negative impact of Israel's overemphasis on academic educa...
19 Aug 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Vocational Training: The Past - and Future - of Israel's Economy
19 Aug 2019
Dr. Eitan Regev, an economist and Research Fellow at the Israel Democracy Institute, highlights the negative impact of Israel's heavy focus on academic educa...
19 Aug 2019
Lehrhaus
To Ensure Excellence in Jewish Education, Invest in Jewish Day Schools: A Response to Hillel David Rapp
19 Aug 2019
In response to a proposal to stop funding Jewish day schools, the author argues that the primary reason for high tuition costs is not frivolous spending but ...
19 Aug 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #164: The Blessings of the Patriarchy Edition
19 Aug 2019
In episode 164 of TanakhCast, the focus is on discussing the blessings associated with the patriarchs in the Bible. Every two weeks, the podcast delves into ...
19 Aug 2019
Lehrhaus
Teaching Talmud in the 21st Century: A Student Voice
15 Aug 2019
In "Teaching Talmud in the 21st Century: A Student Voice," the authors express gratitude to their educational institutions and highlight the importance of in...
15 Aug 2019
Tablet
A Misunderstanding About Anti-Semitism
15 Aug 2019
The text discusses the historical roots of anti-Semitism, particularly focusing on the origins of anti-Jewish sentiment in ancient Alexandria, where Jews exc...
15 Aug 2019
Lehrhaus
To Lower Tuition Costs, Stop Donating to Schools and Start a Bank
12 Aug 2019
The article addresses the issue of affordability in Jewish day schools, pointing out that despite significant philanthropic donations, the cost of Jewish edu...
12 Aug 2019
Tablet
As New York Once Again Targets Religious Schools, a History Lesson in Communal Resistance
12 Aug 2019
In the face of New York State's attempts to impose strict educational regulations on private and religious schools, a history lesson from 80 years ago resurf...
12 Aug 2019
Lehrhaus
The Haunted Yeshivah: Abaye and the Torah of ADHD
25 Jul 2019
The article explores the blurring of boundaries between Halakhah and Aggadah in the Talmud, highlighting the multifaceted nature of the text that combines le...
25 Jul 2019
Forward
Americans Love Jews But Are Clueless About Judaism, Survey Finds
24 Jul 2019
A survey by the Pew Research Center revealed that non-Jewish Americans lack knowledge about Judaism, scoring poorly on questions related to Jewish history, p...
24 Jul 2019
Tablet
The Jewish People’s School of Montreal
24 Jul 2019
The Jewish Peoples School of Montreal, known as the Folks Shule, was founded in response to the unique cultural and historical circumstances in Montreal, whe...
24 Jul 2019
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #162: The Thanos Edition
22 Jul 2019
In TanakhCast #162: The Thanos Edition, the focus is on exploring and reflecting on four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and c...
22 Jul 2019
Unorthodox
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Finding Your Truth: Ep. 189
18 Jul 2019
Israel's new Education Minister endorsed gay conversion therapy, sparking controversy. The podcast 'Unorthodox' features an interview with Mathew Shurka, fou...
18 Jul 2019