People of the Pod
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Gov. Josh Shapiro and AJC CEO Ted Deutch on Combating Antisemitism
23 Dec 2024
Gov. Josh Shapiro discusses his commitment to combating antisemitism and building strong, diverse communities in Pennsylvania in a conversation with AJC CEO ...
23 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Anti-Zionism Infects Global Institutions | Eylon Levy with Michal Cotler-Wunsh
23 Dec 2024
In this discussion, Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel's special envoy for combating antisemitism and a former Knesset member, explores how anti-Zionism has permeat...
23 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Tsunami of Antisemitism | Israel’s Special Envoy for Combatting Antisemitism Michal Cotler-Wunsh
23 Dec 2024
Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel's special envoy for combating antisemitism and a former Knesset member, discusses the global surge in antisemitism heightened aft...
23 Dec 2024
JTA
Tree of Life murderer is one of 3 death row inmates exempted from Biden’s commutation order
23 Dec 2024
President Joe Biden has commuted the federal death sentences of 37 prisoners but notably excluded three individuals whose crimes were driven by hate or terro...
23 Dec 2024
Forward
Biden commutes most federal death sentences but leaves Tree of Life shooter on death row
23 Dec 2024
President Joe Biden recently commuted most federal death row sentences, reducing the list from 40 to 3 remaining inmates. Among those not granted clemency is...
23 Dec 2024
JTA
JD Vance appears to defend Germany’s far-right AfD party
23 Dec 2024
J.D. Vance, U.S. Vice President-elect, has drawn criticism for comments on social media that seemingly support the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) pa...
23 Dec 2024
Forward
ADL plans to ramp up legal pressure on K-12 schools over antisemitism
23 Dec 2024
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is escalating its legal and advocacy efforts to address antisemitism and anti-Zionism in K-12 schools across the United Stat...
23 Dec 2024
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN's political panel reflects on a tumultuous year for Jews—and an even worse week for Justin Trudeau
23 Dec 2024
The CJN's political panel discusses the political upheaval in Canada, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau facing calls to resign and the implications for Jewi...
23 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
The Uber-Antisemite
22 Dec 2024
Ehud Neor's essay explores the evolution and manifestation of modern antisemitism, exemplified by pro-Palestinian campus activism. He discusses how these mov...
22 Dec 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah
Devout Jewish Heroes? Or Rodfim?
22 Dec 2024
The article discusses the recent incident of a mosque being torched in the West Bank, highlighting the broader implications of such revenge attacks by Jewish...
22 Dec 2024
JTA
Department of Ed resolves Title VI antisemitism complaints against 5 U of California campuses, U of Cincinnati
20 Dec 2024
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights resolved nine antisemitism and Islamophobia complaints against several University of California cam...
20 Dec 2024
Forward
Toronto Jewish girls’ school targeted by gunfire for 3rd time this year
20 Dec 2024
Bais Chaya Mushka, a Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish girls school in Toronto, was targeted by gunfire for the third time this year, raising alarms within the Jewish ...
20 Dec 2024
JTA
Elon Musk endorses far-right German party: ‘Only the AfD can save Germany’
20 Dec 2024
Elon Musk has sparked controversy by endorsing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, raising concerns about his alignment with extremist ideolog...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
When people claim Jesus was Palestinian, they’re not just wrong, they’re erasing Jewish history
20 Dec 2024
The recurrent claim that Jesus was Palestinian is not only historically inaccurate but also diminishes Jewish historical connections to the land of Israel. J...
20 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
The Gaza casualty numbers are unraveling entirely.
20 Dec 2024
Joshua Hoffman's article delves into the manipulation of casualty numbers reported from Gaza, arguing that they are fabricated to inflate public outrage agai...
20 Dec 2024
Tikvah
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Terry Glavin on Anti-Semitism in Canada: How progressivism turned a polite, liberal country into a bastion of anti-Jewish hatred
20 Dec 2024
In this episode, Terry Glavin discusses the alarming rise of antisemitism in Canada, fueled by progressive ideologies and certain governmental policies. He e...
20 Dec 2024
JTA
Vladimir Putin accuses ‘ethnic Jews’ of tearing apart the Russian Orthodox Church
20 Dec 2024
In a recent press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin made antisemitic remarks by accusing ethnic Jews of attacking the Russian Orthodox Church and ...
20 Dec 2024
Forward
Embattled NYC mayor touts crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests to Jewish journalists
20 Dec 2024
NYC Mayor Eric Adams defended his handling of pro-Palestinian protests in the city while speaking to Jewish journalists, emphasizing his commitment to preven...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
How the Antisemitism Awareness Act fell apart
20 Dec 2024
The Antisemitism Awareness Act, initially promising due to its bipartisan support and passage in the House, faced obstacles in the Senate, ultimately stallin...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
American Jews, beware of being used by Trump
19 Dec 2024
The article warns American Jews about becoming tools for political agendas under Donald Trump's administration, which aims to combat perceived liberal indoct...
19 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The antisemitism rooted in the US healthcare system
19 Dec 2024
A new study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine by StandWithUs reveals significant antisemitism within the US healthcare system, with 39.2%...
19 Dec 2024
On the Nose
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Preparing for Trump’s Repression
19 Dec 2024
Palestine solidarity activists are facing heightened repression with the potential return of Trump, as policies may escalate to stifle anti-genocide movement...
19 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The biggest Jewish showbiz stories of 2024 are controversial
19 Dec 2024
2024 was a year marked by profound cultural debates within the Jewish community, particularly in the realm of showbiz. The resurgence of Roman Polanski's fil...
19 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
How public menorahs became the most recognisable symbol of Chanukah
19 Dec 2024
Public menorah lightings have become a hallmark of Chanukah observance, serving both as a means to celebrate Jewish identity and as a reminder of the festiva...
19 Dec 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
After the NAIS speech: Why education is the real solution
19 Dec 2024
In the aftermath of a controversial speech at the NAIS People of Color Conference, where Israel was accused of genocide, independent schools face challenges ...
19 Dec 2024
Forward
Montreal synagogue firebombed for the 2nd time in just over a year
18 Dec 2024
A synagogue in Montreal's suburb of Dollard-des-Ormeaux was firebombed for the second time in just over a year, marking a troubling trend of antisemitic atta...
18 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
Your Jewish friends have a secret group chat.
18 Dec 2024
In recent times, many Jews have found solace and community in secret group chats that are active discussions spaces away from their non-Jewish friends. These...
18 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
There are grounds for optimism in Slovakia – but we cannot turn a blind eye to surviving antisemitism
18 Dec 2024
The article reflects on a visit to Slovakia, highlighting both the preservation of Jewish heritage by non-Jewish Slovaks and the underlying antisemitism that...
18 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
How Australia went from ‘goldene medina’ to ‘vitriol and vilification’ of Jews
18 Dec 2024
In recent months, Australia has witnessed a troubling rise in antisemitic incidents, leading to significant concerns within the Jewish community. Once consid...
18 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
The Palestine marches need to stop.
17 Dec 2024
The essay by Daniel Clarke-Serret argues against pro-Palestinian marches, particularly those in Western capitals like Montreal, which he perceives as aggress...
17 Dec 2024
People of the Pod
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The Next Chapter in Catholic-Jewish Relations
17 Dec 2024
Bishop Joseph Bambera and the AJC launch a significant Catholic-Jewish initiative, "Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition," aiming to enhance dialogue and com...
17 Dec 2024
The Free Press
The Deep Roots of Irish Antisemitism
17 Dec 2024
Simon Sebag Montefiore explores the longstanding roots of antisemitism in Ireland amidst recent geopolitical tensions, including Ireland’s strong stance agai...
17 Dec 2024
Rivkush
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With 'Jew Jitsu', Dmitri Shufutinsky wants to flip anti-Israel arguments on their head
17 Dec 2024
Dmitri Shufutinsky's book, 'Jew Jitsu,' provides counterarguments to anti-Israel rhetoric by turning the arguments back on their originators, focusing on edu...
17 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Parallel Massacres a Century Apart
17 Dec 2024
The video examines the tragic parallels between two historical events: the massacre of Jews in Hebron in 1929 and a recent attack on Jews on October 7, as hi...
17 Dec 2024
Moment
Q&A | Peter Wertheim on Antisemitism in Australia
17 Dec 2024
Peter Wertheim, co-CEO of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, discusses the recent rise in antisemitism in Australia following heightened tensions rel...
17 Dec 2024
JTA
As improved relations quaver, a new guide aims to educate Catholics about antisemitism
16 Dec 2024
The American Jewish Committee and U.S. bishops have collaborated to publish a glossary aimed at educating Catholics about antisemitism, amidst a backdrop of ...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The parroting of Hamas propaganda is an ethical crisis for journalism
16 Dec 2024
The Henry Jackson Society's report highlights a significant ethical issue within global journalism, critiquing the media's uncritical acceptance of casualty ...
16 Dec 2024
JTA
Israel to shutter Ireland embassy, citing ‘antisemitic rhetoric of the Irish government’
16 Dec 2024
Israel has decided to close its embassy in Dublin, a move attributed to Ireland's critical stance on Israeli policies, including its recognition of a Palesti...
16 Dec 2024
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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What's behind the Canadian Jewish doctors considering quitting the profession because of antisemitism?
16 Dec 2024
Canadian Jewish doctors report increasing antisemitism in their professional environments, prompting some to consider leaving the medical profession or reduc...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish History Lectures
9. Introduction to The Spanish Inquisition: Medieval Antisemitism
15 Dec 2024
Henry Abramson's lecture on "Introduction to The Spanish Inquisition: Medieval Antisemitism" provides an insightful exploration of the factors leading to the...
15 Dec 2024
JTA
Amid war and an election, the Jewish mainstream bends to the right
15 Dec 2024
The article explores the shifting dynamics within the Jewish community regarding strategies to combat anti-Israel activism and perceived antisemitism, specif...
15 Dec 2024
Forward
U of Michigan fires DEI official over purported antisemitic comments
13 Dec 2024
The University of Michigan has dismissed Rachel Dawson, a director in its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) office, following allegations of her making ...
13 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Why I’ll never say I’m vegetarian or call Friday night a dinner party again
13 Dec 2024
The author reflects on the challenges and importance of expressing authentic Jewish identity in both professional and social contexts, particularly in the wa...
13 Dec 2024
People of the Pod
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Bernard-Henri Lévy and AJC CEO Ted Deutch on How to Build a Resilient Jewish Future Post-October 7
12 Dec 2024
Philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy and AJC CEO Ted Deutch discuss the current state and future resilience of the Jewish community in light of rising global antis...
12 Dec 2024
Moment
From the Newsletter | Reporting on Antisemitism Is Not ‘Opinion’
12 Dec 2024
Megan Naftali shares her experiences at a university newspaper where her attempt to report on antisemitism as a news story was dismissed as merely an opinion...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
They burned a local synagogue, but we're not going anywhere
12 Dec 2024
Ruby Harris reflects on the alarming rise of antisemitic incidents in Melbourne, Australia, following a recent arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue. Th...
12 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
When you see how people reacted to 10/7, it was easy to see how the Holocaust happened
12 Dec 2024
Ami Kozak, a comedian and impressionist, shares his emotional and insightful reflections on contemporary antisemitism and the unsettling parallels he perceiv...
12 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Laughter vs. Hate | A Comedian’s Call to Action with Ami Kozak
12 Dec 2024
Comedian and musician Ami Kozak has taken a proactive stance against the recent increase in antisemitism and anti-Zionism since October 8th. Using humor as a...
12 Dec 2024
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Calls are mounting for Ottawa to convene an urgent national forum on hate crimes, terrorism and antisemitism
12 Dec 2024
Recent violent protests in Montreal have sparked a renewed demand from Canadian Jewish leaders for a national summit focusing on law enforcement and antisemi...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
Displaying baby Jesus in a keffiyeh is antisemitic
11 Dec 2024
In this piece, Jeffrey K. Salkin critiques the use of a keffiyeh-clad baby Jesus in nativity scenes as an act of theological antisemitism. He argues that thi...
11 Dec 2024