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The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner headphones Meet the Jewish artist painting Holocaust and residential school survivors 21 Jun 2021
The episode discusses an art exhibit by Jewish artist Carol Wylie that features portraits of Holocaust and Indian residential school survivors, highlighting ...
21 Jun 2021
Tablet Can Freudian Art Survive in an Age Without Freud? 11 Jun 2021
The Jewish Museum's exhibit "Louise Bourgeois, Freud's Daughter" explores the enduring influence of Freudian psychoanalysis on renowned artist Louise Bourgeo...
11 Jun 2021
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Alan Doyle 8 Apr 2021
Alan Doyle, a musician hailing from Petty Harbour, Newfoundland, is known for his talents in singing, playing instruments, and songwriting. He prioritizes hi...
8 Apr 2021
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones She'll make you laugh, breathe, laugh some more then meditate. Comedian, writer, dancer, yogi Carla Collins on NTKR. 7 Jan 2021
Carla Collins, a multi-talented comedian, writer, dancer, and yogi, discusses the importance of humor, deep breathing, and meditation on the podcast "Not Tha...
7 Jan 2021
Tablet The Great Riffer 3 Sep 2020
Jeremy Sigler, known for his insightful and edgy art critiques in Tablet, stands out as both a critic and a poet. While his criticism is marked by humor, sha...
3 Sep 2020
Forward Dr. Richard Simms — An Art Collector Like No Other 8 Jul 2020
Dr. Richard Simms, an African American dentist, became a prominent art collector specializing in the works of Käthe Kollwitz after an encounter with one of h...
8 Jul 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Hawksley Workman can really tile a kitchen floor, who knew! 2 Jul 2020
The text mentions Hawksley Workman's unexpected talent for tiling a kitchen floor, highlighting a personal encounter with him that left a positive impression...
2 Jul 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Sarah Slean: The magical muse waxes poetic as we build the utopian commune. 11 Jun 2020
Sarah Slean, a musician, poet, and artist known for her spiritual insight, discusses the concept of the Divine and utopian ideals in the context of building ...
11 Jun 2020
Forward A mean-spirited, cynical Jerry Seinfeld is not what we need right now 11 May 2020
The article discusses Jerry Seinfeld's new Netflix special, "23 Hours to Kill," critiquing it as out-of-touch and mean-spirited. It highlights Seinfeld's lac...
11 May 2020
Tablet The Question 8 Apr 2020
Jules Feiffer, renowned for his noir-themed graphic novels, has reached the conclusion of his acclaimed series with "The Ghost Script." Having ventured into ...
8 Apr 2020
Tel Aviv Review headphones If You Build It: Jewish Architecture Throughout the Centuries 30 Mar 2020
Yeshiva University professors Olson, Perelis, and Fine, authors of "Jewish Religious Architecture: From Biblical Israel to Modern Judaism," explore how aesth...
30 Mar 2020
Tablet Health Advice 23 Mar 2020
Jules Feiffer, renowned for his work in noir graphic novels, concludes his series with the final installment titled "The Ghost Script." Currently, Feiffer fo...
23 Mar 2020
Tablet Missing You 17 Feb 2020
"The Ghost Script" marks the finale of Jules Feiffer's esteemed noir graphic novel series. Renowned for his work in graphic storytelling, Feiffer's transitio...
17 Feb 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones John Wing Jr.: My Life is my Prayer 13 Feb 2020
In "John Wing Jr.: My Life is my Prayer," the journey of stand-up comedian and poet John Wing is portrayed, highlighting the mix of humor and emotion in his ...
13 Feb 2020
Tablet The Kindest of Strangers 7 Feb 2020
Salka Viertel, a prominent figure in European stage acting and Hollywood screenwriting during the first half of the 20th century, is celebrated not only for ...
7 Feb 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Bif Naked: Singing Her Soul Song From the Rooftops 6 Feb 2020
Canadian indie singer Bif Naked shares a candid spiritual journey of self-discovery and resilience, moving past life's challenges towards new opportunities. ...
6 Feb 2020
Forward The thoughtful grace of Kate Middleton’s Holocaust survivor portraits 28 Jan 2020
The article discusses how Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has taken strikingly accomplished portraits of Holocaust survivors and their grandchildre...
28 Jan 2020
Forward What we talk about when we talk about Holocaust drawings 27 Jan 2020
The article discusses the significance of drawings created by Jewish individuals imprisoned by the Nazis during the Holocaust, showcased in the exhibit "Rend...
27 Jan 2020
Tablet And Statistics 24 Jan 2020
Jules Feiffer, renowned for his work in noir graphic novels, brings his latest series to a close with "The Ghost Script." Known for his incisive wit and shar...
24 Jan 2020
Tablet In 2019, Israel Turned Japanese 7 Jan 2020
In 2019, Israeli culture saw significant Japanese influences in both a graphic novel and a music video. The graphic novel "Piece of Mind" by Nimrod Frydman a...
7 Jan 2020
Tablet Deck the Walls 23 Dec 2019
Jules Feiffer, recognized for his poignant literary and artistic contributions, particularly in graphic novels, has shifted towards a new creative endeavor f...
23 Dec 2019
Tablet Searching for Leonard Cohen 11 Dec 2019
While visiting Vilnius, the author stumbles upon a life-size statue of Leonard Cohen in a courtyard, part of a series of public sculptures by Lithuanian arti...
11 Dec 2019
Tablet Thanks, Norman Rockwell 26 Nov 2019
Norman Rockwell's iconic 1943 painting "Freedom from Want" depicts a familial scene of abundance and gratitude, a theme that resonates deeply within Jewish v...
26 Nov 2019
Tablet Down With George Washington! 7 Oct 2019
The controversy surrounding Victor Arnautoff's murals at George Washington High School in San Francisco continues to escalate, with conflicting views on whet...
7 Oct 2019
Tablet I Destroyed a LeWitt 27 Aug 2019
The narrator shares a personal anecdote about accidentally painting over a Sol LeWitt artwork while working for Lawrence Weiner. Weiner explained LeWitt's ap...
27 Aug 2019
Forward Could The ‘Cats’ Movie Design Be Inspired By Chagall’s Creepy Kittens? 19 Jul 2019
The article explores a possible artistic influence on the controversial design of the Cats movie, directed by Tom Hooper. The unsettling human-cat hybrids fe...
19 Jul 2019
Tablet Jules Feiffer’s 4th of July 3 Jul 2019
Jules Feiffer's work titled '4th of July' likely explores themes relating to American culture, national identity, or historical perspectives through the lens...
3 Jul 2019
Tablet Stockholder in Utrecht 27 Jun 2019
Jessica Stockholder's unique artistry is highlighted through her unconventional assembly of materials, drawing inspiration from junk and everyday objects to ...
27 Jun 2019
Lehrhaus “Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything” at the Jewish Museum: A Review 24 Jun 2019
The text discusses a review of an exhibition called "Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything," initially presented at the Musee d'art contemporain de Montreal a...
24 Jun 2019
Tablet Lucian Freud’s Fat Lady Sings 21 May 2019
Lucian Freud, a controversial and influential artist with a collection of paintings on display at Acquavella Galleries and a forthcoming exhibition at the Ro...
21 May 2019
Lehrhaus Loyal As A Dog: How to Read “Jewish Art” 29 Apr 2019
The text discusses the author's journey in studying Jewish illuminated manuscripts and the significance of animal symbolism in Jewish art. The author recount...
29 Apr 2019
Forward Should We Be Colorizing Photographs From Auschwitz? 17 Apr 2019
The discussion revolves around the colorization of photographs from Auschwitz, particularly focusing on the Faces of Auschwitz project. The project aims to h...
17 Apr 2019
Tablet Greedy Jews! 17 Apr 2019
"The Lehman Trilogy" is a highly acclaimed play detailing the rise and fall of the American Jewish Lehman family intertwined with the history of Lehman Broth...
17 Apr 2019
Lehrhaus An Obligation of Sight: Depictions of Suffering in the Haggadah 11 Apr 2019
The text discusses the obligation to visually experience the story of the Exodus during Passover, emphasizing the use of illustrations in the Haggadah to hel...
11 Apr 2019
Tablet The Mystery Poet on the Cover of Sgt. Pepper’s 8 Apr 2019
Wallace Berman, a lesser-known yet influential figure in the Beat movement, was a radical collage artist who integrated Hebrew letters into his work without ...
8 Apr 2019
Jewish Review of Books Some Kind of Genius 27 Mar 2019
Adina Hoffman's biography "Some Kind of Genius" delves into the complex life of Ben Hecht, a multifaceted personality known as a playwright, journalist, and ...
27 Mar 2019
Tablet Crocs 20 Mar 2019
Jules Feiffer, renowned for his contributions to graphic novels, has completed his noir series with the finale titled "The Ghost Script." In a shift from his...
20 Mar 2019
Tablet Lincoln Kirstein at MoMA 14 Mar 2019
Lincoln Kirstein, a pivotal figure in American arts and modernism, is celebrated in an exhibition at MoMA, highlighting his contributions to the art world an...
14 Mar 2019
Tablet Jules Feiffer’s American Follies 25 Jan 2019
"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is a satirical exploration of American society, delving into themes of political disillusionment and cultural absurdities....
25 Jan 2019
Tel Aviv Review headphones The Human Experience in Objects: The Case for Museums in the 21st Century 21 Jan 2019
Neil McGregor, former director of the British Museum, discusses the significance of museums in today's era of technological advancements and misinformation. ...
21 Jan 2019
Tel Aviv Review headphones The Human Experience in Objects: The Case for Museums in the 21st Century 21 Jan 2019
Neil McGregor, former director of the British Museum, discusses the importance of museums in the modern age amidst technological changes and misinformation. ...
21 Jan 2019
Promised Podcast headphones The “Son of God, with a Side of Fries” Edition 17 Jan 2019
In this discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman cover significant topics such as the Israeli Labor Party challenging other parties t...
17 Jan 2019
Promised Podcast headphones The “Son of God, with a Side of Fries” Edition 17 Jan 2019
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss various topics, including the controversy surrounding the display of McJesus at a museum in Haif...
17 Jan 2019
Tablet Jules Feiffer’s American Follies 14 Jan 2019
"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is a work by the renowned cartoonist and writer that explores the absurdities and intricacies of American life through sat...
14 Jan 2019
Jewish Review of Books Robert Alter’s Bible: A Symposium 20 Dec 2018
Robert Alter, a scholar and critic, has undertaken the ambitious project of translating the Hebrew Bible with a focus on its literary artistry, accompanied b...
20 Dec 2018
Tablet Anni Albers’ Fabric of Belief at the Tate 19 Dec 2018
The Tate Modern's retrospective on Anni Albers commemmorates the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus movement and celebrates Albers' contributions as a pioneeri...
19 Dec 2018
Tablet Jules Feiffer’s American Follies 14 Dec 2018
"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is a graphic novel that takes a satirical approach to examining American history, culture, and politics. Feiffer, known fo...
14 Dec 2018
Tablet Jules Feiffer’s American Follies 30 Nov 2018
"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is an exploration of the political and cultural landscape of the United States through the satirical lens of cartoonist an...
30 Nov 2018
Tablet Remembering Oscar Rabin 12 Nov 2018
Oscar Rabin, a prominent Jewish ex-Soviet artist and dissident, has passed away at the age of 90 in Florence, Italy, where he was exhibiting his work. Rabin ...
12 Nov 2018
Tablet Dressing for Paradise 1 Nov 2018
Frida Kahlo's unique wardrobe, filled with sumptuous fabrics and intricate accessories, served as a powerful form of self-expression and a way to confront he...
1 Nov 2018