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Renowned Yiddish expert Michael Wex, known for his work in preserving the Yiddish language, has authored several books including "Born to Kvetch." In a recen...

Author Sharon Hart-Green discusses her novel "Come Back for Me," taking readers on a journey from post-holocaust Hungary to 1960s Israel and back, exploring ...

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...

In the text "They Say They Want a Revolution," Abe Greenwald elaborates on his lead article in the September 2020 issue of COMMENTARY titled "Yes, This Is a ...

The text discusses the significance of a song as an embodiment of the story of Israel. Noah reflects on the song during the summer period and emphasizes its ...

Tom Wilson, a singer, writer, guitarist, artist, grandfather, and Mohawk, showcases his multi-faceted creativity on Not That Kind of Rabbi. The podcast delve...

This episode of Unorthodox presents a selection of summer reading recommendations through conversations with three authors. Sarah Abrevaya Stein discusses he...

Paul Auster, a Jewish poet and acclaimed American experimental novelist, shares insights into his writing process, emphasizing his early struggles with prose...

The COMMENTARY podcast examines the resurgence of radical chic within the liberal intelligentsia, exploring the conflict between those favoring gradual refor...

The text discusses how Jane Hirshfield's poem "Before the Collapse" captures feelings of uncertainty and impending loss on a global scale, drawing parallels ...

Liel talks with Sharon Cameron about her novel, "The Light in Hidden Places," based on the true story of Stefania Podgorska, a Catholic girl who hid Jews in ...

Jules Feiffer, renowned for his noir-themed graphic novels, has reached the conclusion of his acclaimed series with "The Ghost Script." Having ventured into ...

Alejandra Pizarnik, a prominent Argentine poet born to Jewish immigrants from Poland, crafted deeply abstract and emotional poetry, exploring diasporic exper...

Jules Feiffer, renowned for his work in noir graphic novels, concludes his series with the final installment titled "The Ghost Script." Currently, Feiffer fo...

Drew Hayden Taylor, an Ojibway writer, known for his truth-telling and humor, brings Indigenous perspectives to the literary world. Through his writing, he e...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, host talks to Adam Kirsch, Tablet's book critic, about recommended readings during extra downtime. The discussion includ...

In a recent episode of Unorthodox, Mark discusses his experience with self-quarantine during COVID-19 alongside his daughter Klara, comparing it to a scene f...

"The Plot Against America" by Philip Roth explores a counterhistory where Charles Lindbergh becomes president in 1940, paralleled with real events reported b...

Colum McCann's latest novel, Apeirogon, delves into the profound pain in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through a unique literary approach. The book transf...

Dr. Kfir Cohen Lustig, Academic Director at The Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, delves into Israeli and Palestinian literature in his book, emphasizing the imp...

"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...

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 ...

The first edition of the Yiddish translation of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," translated by Arun Viswanath, sold out its entire print run of 1,000...

Orly Noy, a journalist and political activist, translates Farsi literature into Hebrew, including works by Mahmoud Dowlatabadi and Forough Farrokhzad, bridgi...

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...

Laurie Brown discusses the common phrase "I'm spiritual but not religious," questioning its meaning which often includes activities like taking walks and med...

Jules Feiffer, recognized for his poignant literary and artistic contributions, particularly in graphic novels, has shifted towards a new creative endeavor f...

In episode 206 of Unorthodox, Hanukkah preparation is in full swing with interviews featuring designer Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan discussing pottery, dr...

Yiddish children's literature evolved from being nonexistent to having its own dedicated stories in newspapers in the late 19th century, coinciding with the ...

TanakhCast #171 is part of a series that delves into the Tanakh, exploring and discussing four chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The podcast e...

Set in the 1960s, the author recounts his time in Yidsbury, a Jewish suburb in Manchester, England, with his wife Eleanor. Facing potential military service ...

In episode 204 of Unorthodox, the hosts share updates from Cincinnati's Jewish community and interview Mike Solomonov and Steve Cook, owners of the famous Ph...

In a break from their usual content, the podcast "Unorthodox" presents an unedited conversation between two friends, Liel Leibovitz and Jay Michaelson, who a...

Comedian Nick Kroll joins the Unorthodox podcast to discuss 'Big Mouth,' his Netflix animated show about puberty and its Jewish influences, including memorie...

The article explores the dearth of scary Jewish children's literature beyond works by Eric A. Kimmel, known for his spooky tales like "Hershel and the Hanukk...

Italian Jewish minestrone soup holds a special place alongside traditional Jewish chicken soup as a comforting dish. It has nostalgic roots for Iraqi, Middle...

In response to the overwhelming focus on Holocaust books for children and young adults, the author argues for a broader representation of Jewish stories beyo...

In the podcast episode "Pittsburgh, One Year Later: Ep. 201," Unorthodox reflects on the first anniversary of the Tree of Life shooting in Pittsburgh. The ep...

In the 200th episode of Unorthodox, the podcast celebrates various Jewish holidays and milestones. It features discussions with a gematria expert exploring t...

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...

The Unorthodox podcast's episode 199 features a live show recorded at the San Francisco JCC with guest host Bari Weiss, New York Times opinion editor and aut...

Israel's National Authority for Yiddish Culture recently held its first government-sponsored Yiddish writing contest, with Ethel Niborski, 17, winning first ...

The text explores the concept of sacrifice and decision-making through the lens of the Akeidah (the binding of Isaac). It delves into themes of resignation, ...

The Newish Jewish Encyclopedia, a comprehensive guide to Jewish culture and history, is highlighted in a special episode featuring various contributors inclu...

Gyrgy Konrd, a well-known Hungarian novelist and political dissident, captivated readers with his unique storytelling that delved into the grim realities of ...

Shmuel Yosef Agnon's work "The Ubiquitous Gabirol" delves into the story of a mystical encounter with the medieval poet Solomon ibn Gabirol, where Agnon weav...

The British Pakistani novelist Kamila Shamsie was awarded the Nelly Sachs Prize by the city of Dortmund, only to have it rescinded due to her involvement in ...

In TanakhCast episode #167, the discussion revolves around delving into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and concluding with ...

Jonathan Safran Foer advocates for individuals to reduce their carbon footprint by cutting out animal-derived products, emphasizing the environmental impact ...

The American Library of Nazi-Banned Books is a significant collection of books that were banned by the Nazis during World War II and is now housed at the Leo...