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British Pakistani novelist Kamila Shamsie was awarded the Nelly Sachs Prize by the city of Dortmund, only to have it rescinded due to her involvement in ...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

In the book "A Field Guide to the Jewish People: Who They Are, Where They Come From, What to Feed Them, and Much More," humorists Dave Barry, Adam Mansbach, ...

Stephen King's works subtly weave in Jewish themes and characters, despite his own Methodist background. His pseudonym, Richard Bachman, resonates with Jewis...

The text delves into reflections on the timeless influence of Virgil's works, particularly the Aeneid and Georgics, on various literary figures and cultures ...

Avivah Gottlieb Zornberg discusses the enigmatic figure of Moses in Jewish culture on the Jewish Lives Podcast. Zornberg, author of "Moses: A Human Life," pr...

In "Zionism and Melancholy, The Short Life of Israel Zarchi," Nitzan Lebovic delves into the world of an early Zionist poet, offering a multi-faceted explora...

The article reflects on the complex character of Shylock from Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" through a Jewish lens, particularly focusing on the symb...

Samuel Greenberg, a Jewish poet and artist born in Vienna in 1893, moved to New York with his family and settled on the Lower East Side. Despite dropping out...

Guy Gavriel Kay, a Canadian fantasy writer and son of a Jewish immigrant from Poland, has made significant contributions to the fantasy genre through works l...

This episode features a conversation with Israeli writer Etgar Keret about his new story collection, the influence of the Holocaust on his work, and cultural...

The "Love and Prizes" episode of the podcast "Unorthodox" features discussions on Etgar Keret, an Israeli writer and winner of the prestigious Sapir Prize, f...

Allan Arkush reflects on his personal encounters with two renowned Israeli authors, Shmuel Yosef Agnon and Amos Oz, and the lasting impressions they left on ...

The Rabbinical Council of America (RCA) recently released the Siddur Avodat ha-Lev, a new prayer book aimed at the Modern Orthodox community in the United St...

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...

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...

Jennifer Pastiloff, a popular yoga teacher and writer, is known for her exceptional listening skills, despite being profoundly deaf. Her memoir, "On Being Hu...

The narrator shares a personal anecdote about accidentally painting over a Sol LeWitt artwork while working for Lawrence Weiner. Weiner explained LeWitt's ap...

Bernard Malamud's story "Angel Levine" explores themes of belief, identity, and acceptance through the character of Manischevitz, a Jewish tailor who encount...

"Mezuzah Chronicles" presents a special update from Stephanie's apartment along with a reminder to donate to the Unorthodox fundraiser. Donors above $180 rec...

The Tel Aviv Review of Books is a new online publication that provides English-language content such as book reviews, essays, literary criticism, fiction, an...

The Tel Aviv Review of Books is a new online English-language publication providing insights into the world of Israeli literature through book reviews, essay...

The Night of the Murdered Poets refers to the tragic events of August 12, 1952, when 13 members of the Soviet Jewish Anti-Fascist Committee were executed for...

In episode 191 of the podcast "Unorthodox," Jewish guest Taffy Brodesser-Akner, author of "Fleishman is in Trouble," discusses the success of her debut novel...

Alter Druyanov, a Russian Jew and Zionist, compiled a three-volume book of Jewish jokes in Hebrew, showcasing the humor of Jewish folklore with some jokes re...

In TanakhCast #163: The New Song Edition, the host discusses the Tanakh in episodes covering four chapters every two weeks, starting from Genesis to 2 Chroni...

Primo Levi, an Italian chemist and writer born in 1919, is renowned for his penetrating Holocaust memoirs, such as "If This is a Man" and "The Truce," which ...

Hal Prince, a legendary Broadway producer and director, passed away at 91. He initially didn't grasp the essence of "Fiddler on the Roof," but it turned out ...

Primo Levi's work, particularly "If This Is a Man," later retitled "Survival in Auschwitz," explores the Holocaust in a unique way, blending Jewish themes wi...

In a break from their usual content, the Oppenheimer podcast shares a personal story from Mark related to the podcast's creation, reaching back to when he wa...

Jeffrey L. Rubenstein's book, "The Land of Truth: Talmud Tales, Timeless Teachings," delves into the wisdom of Hazal, examining fourteen stories from rabbini...

In "Spider-Man: Far From Home," Peter Parker travels to Prague where his superhero duties clash with his desire for a normal life, drawing parallels to Kafka...

The article discusses Franz Kafka's "Metamorphosis" as a prescient reflection on the Holocaust. It explores how Gregor Samsa's transformation into an insect ...

Moshe Sakal's novel "The Diamond Setter" intertwines old Middle Eastern themes with contemporary Israel, exploring a blend of Jewish-Arab heritage, Israeli i...

Hank Lazer, a Jewish poet and Buddhist residing in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, delves into the intersection of his identities, spiritual experiences, and poetic exp...

Vasily Grossman, a Soviet Jewish author known for his commitment to truth and humanistic ideals, engaged in acts of defiance against the repressive Soviet re...

H. G. Adler, a survivor of Theresienstadt and Auschwitz, was a prominent yet underrecognized figure in Holocaust literature. Born in Prague, Adler's associat...

"In Dreams Begin Responsibilities" is a significant literary work by Delmore Schwartz that captures the process of its creation and its impact on a new intel...

In "Jacob & Esau: Jewish European History Between Nation and Empire," Malachi Haim Hacohen explores the enduring rivalry between Jacob and Esau as a lens for...

"The Birobidzhan Affair: A Yiddish Writer in Siberia" explores the tragic story of Israel Emiot, a Yiddish poet who believed in the Soviet project to create ...

The text discusses various perspectives and viewpoints on different literary works and their influences. It starts with a letter pointing out the omission of...

At the age of 68, the author reflects on their journey of learning Yiddish later in life, despite not growing up with the language spoken fluently at home. T...