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Unlocking the Torah Text— Devarim: An In-depth Journey into the Weekly Parsha
1 Dec 2014
Rabbi Shmuel Goldin's "Unlocking the Torah Text - Devarim" offers a comprehensive exploration of the Book of Deuteronomy, focusing on critical and fundamenta...
1 Dec 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #56: The Adieu Adieu Adieu Edition
28 Nov 2014
In TanakhCast episode #56, the discussion revolves around exploring and reflecting on 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, ranging from Genesis to 2 Chr...
28 Nov 2014
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Judy Blume’s Sally J. Freedman Miami Tour
17 Nov 2014
Judy Blume's 1977 book "Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself" follows a 10-year-old girl in 1947 Miami Beach who is convinced that Adolf Hitler might be liv...
17 Nov 2014
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Kafka’s Gay, Hasidic Hebrew Teacher
6 Nov 2014
Georg Mordechai Langer, an overlooked figure in Franz Kafka's life, was a gay Hasidic Hebrew teacher with a deep interest in mysticism and Hebrew literature....
6 Nov 2014
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Catching Up With R.L. Stine on Halloween
30 Oct 2014
R.L. Stine, known for his iconic Goosebumps series and considered the Stephen King of children's literature, shared insights on his career and Jewish upbring...
30 Oct 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #54: The Nina and A113 Edition
29 Oct 2014
In TanakhCast #54, the discussion revolves around exploring and reflecting on four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, ranging from Genesis to 2 Chronicl...
29 Oct 2014
Forward
The Secret Jewish History of 'My Fair Lady'
28 Oct 2014
The article discusses a new collection of letters by Alan Jay Lerner, the lyricist behind famous musicals like My Fair Lady, Camelot, and Gigi, revealing his...
28 Oct 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Eichmann, Arendt, and “The Banality of Evil”
14 Oct 2014
The text discusses a review by Richard Wolin of Bettina Stangneth's translated book about Adolf Eichmann, sparking a discussion on Hannah Arendt and the conc...
14 Oct 2014
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Royal Contradictions: The Flawed, Paradoxical Heroism of King David
13 Oct 2014
Rabbi David Wolpe explores the complex heroism of King David in the book "David: The Divided Heart." Despite David's renowned accomplishments as a unifier of...
13 Oct 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast #52: The WMD and AAH Edition
29 Sep 2014
TanakhCast #52 is part of a series that delves into the Tanakh, exploring four chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The podcast encourages patien...
29 Sep 2014
Forward
All the Jewish Superheroes
29 Sep 2014
The article discusses the work of comics scholar Steve Bergson, who explores comic books with Jewish content, highlighting various Jewish superheroes and sto...
29 Sep 2014
Tablet
The End of American Jewish Literature, Again
17 Sep 2014
David Bezmozgis delves into the enduring question of the future of American Jewish literature, referencing Irving Howe's influential 1977 critique suggesting...
17 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Letters Fall 2014
16 Sep 2014
In "Letters Fall 2014," different writers offer critiques and responses regarding various topics. The Cardinal Dulles Inspiration discusses the influence of ...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Like an Elevator
16 Sep 2014
Stefan Zweig, a highly-translated and polarizing author in the 1930s, was both envied and criticized by his peers for his success which some saw as a symbol ...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Killer Backdrop: A Response
16 Sep 2014
The response to Amy Newman Smith's article "Killer Backdrop" questions the focus and criticisms of Holocaust-related fiction, wondering if any examples meet ...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Something Borrowed
16 Sep 2014
In "A Replacement Life" by Boris Fishman, the theme of fakery and manipulation of identity in the Jewish context is explored through protagonist Slava Gelman...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Killer Backdrop: A Rejoinder
16 Sep 2014
Amy Newman Smith and Erika Dreifus engage in a discussion regarding the quality and ethical considerations of fiction based on the Holocaust and Nazi era. Sm...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Sometimes a Bag Is Just a Bag
16 Sep 2014
Daphne Merkin's new collection of essays, "The Fame Lunches: On Wounded Icons, Money, Sex, the Bronts, and the Importance of Handbags," explores themes of me...
16 Sep 2014
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TanakhCast #51: The Meaningful Echo Edition
15 Sep 2014
In TanakhCast #51: The Meaningful Echo Edition, a podcast delves into the Tanakh with discussions on 4 chapters of the text every two weeks, from Genesis to ...
15 Sep 2014
Tel Aviv Review
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Jews and words: A millennia-long love story
12 Sep 2014
Dr. Fania Oz-Salzberger, a historian at Haifa University and a prominent intellectual in Israel, discusses the book "Jews and Words," co-authored with her fa...
12 Sep 2014
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Jewy Books: Including Jewish Characters Doesn’t Have To Be a Big Deal Anymore
5 Sep 2014
The discussion focuses on the evolving portrayal of Jewish characters in young adult literature, moving away from narratives solely focused on "Important Jew...
5 Sep 2014
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TanakhCast: The Taxonomy of Endings Edition!
18 Aug 2014
"TanakhCast: The Taxonomy of Endings Edition" is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh, covering 4 chapters every two weeks from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The...
18 Aug 2014
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The Best Writing Advice Judy Blume Ever Got
8 Aug 2014
Beloved author Judy Blume, known for her groundbreaking young adult novels, is currently working on a new adult novel set to publish in 2015. Amid the stress...
8 Aug 2014
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TanakhCast: The I’ma Get Medieval on Your Ass Edition!
4 Aug 2014
TanakhCast is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh, examining 4 chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles every two weeks. The podcast takes a thought...
4 Aug 2014
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Henry Roth Slept With His Sister and His Cousin
30 Jul 2014
Henry Roth's literary journey is characterized by extreme highs and lows. After the success of his debut novel "Call It Sleep," he fell into obscurity for de...
30 Jul 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Publishing Godliness: The Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Other Revolution
16 Jul 2014
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's role as an editor and publisher in spreading Hasidic teachings through the Chabad publishing house, Kehot, has been overlo...
16 Jul 2014
Tablet
Judy Blume is Publishing a Novel for Adults
25 Jun 2014
Beloved author Judy Blume is set to release a new novel for adults, her first in 16 years since Summer Sisters. The book, still untitled, will focus on famil...
25 Jun 2014
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The Lost Poems of Ka-Tzetnik 135633
25 Jun 2014
Yehiel Feiner, known as Ka-Tzetnik 135633, a survivor of Auschwitz, considered his writings as a chronicle of the horrors he experienced rather than literary...
25 Jun 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast: The Moral Hazard Edition!
23 Jun 2014
The podcast TanakhCast focuses on discussing 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, exploring moral themes and complexities ...
23 Jun 2014
Jewish Review of Books
I’m Still Here
15 Jun 2014
"In the Illuminated Dark" is a collection of poetry by Israeli poet Tuvia Ruebner, dedicated to his sister who perished in the Holocaust. Ruebner's work refl...
15 Jun 2014
Jewish Review of Books
The Jewbird
15 Jun 2014
Saul Bellow's eulogy for Bernard Malamud highlights their shared immigrant backgrounds and American experiences, despite differing literary success. While Be...
15 Jun 2014
Jewish Review of Books
Haim Gouri at 90
15 Jun 2014
Haim Gouri, a prominent Israeli poet, celebrated his 90th birthday last year, with a gala event in Tel Aviv, his birth city, despite living in Jerusalem. Gou...
15 Jun 2014
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The 13 Worst Jewish Fathers in Literature, From Abraham to Mr. Portnoy
12 Jun 2014
The article outlines the portrayal of Jewish fathers in literature, highlighting 13 problematic examples spanning biblical figures like Abraham and Jacob to ...
12 Jun 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast: The Piece of My Heart Edition!
5 Jun 2014
"TanakhCast" is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh every two weeks, exploring 4 chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, in a deep and reflective ...
5 Jun 2014
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TanakhCast: The Literary Terms-A-Plenty Edition!
28 Apr 2014
In the podcast TanakhCast, the host explores and discusses four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, focusing on literary an...
28 Apr 2014
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The Jewish Poet Who Slept in Hitler’s Bedroom
25 Apr 2014
Renowned poet Jerome Rothenberg recounted the tale of staying in a hotel suite in Poland in 1988 that had once belonged to Hitler, complete with a balcony fr...
25 Apr 2014
Forward
Ab Cahan’s Ghost Returns in Cartoon Form
17 Apr 2014
Liana Finck's graphic adaptation of Abraham Cahan's early 20th-century advice column, "A Bintel Brief," creatively revives the heartfelt stories of Jewish im...
17 Apr 2014
Tanakh Cast
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TanakhCast: The Paradox and Scale Edition!
14 Apr 2014
"TanakhCast: The Paradox and Scale Edition" is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh, the Hebrew Bible, exploring and discussing four chapters at a time from...
14 Apr 2014
Tablet
Jugglers, Acrobats, a Magnificent Temple—and Notably No Political Strife
1 Apr 2014
The Talmudic text explores the nostalgia and celebration surrounding the temple practices, specifically focusing on the Ceremony of the Drawing of the Water ...
1 Apr 2014
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TanakhCast: The Bleep-Disturbing Question Edition
28 Mar 2014
TanakhCast is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh, exploring 4 chapters every two weeks from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The podcast invites listeners to refl...
28 Mar 2014
Tablet
‘Fungus’: Who’s to Blame When Bad Things Happen to Good Characters?
26 Mar 2014
The text explores the idea of responsibility in storytelling, highlighting how authors shape the fates of their characters. A series of interconnected events...
26 Mar 2014
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Reading Maimonides With Sherwin B. Nuland
25 Mar 2014
Sherwin B. Nuland, a prominent surgeon and writer, advocated for demystifying death to make it less frightening, believing that the quest for a dignified dea...
25 Mar 2014
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TanakhCast: The Madness? This is South Park Edition!
27 Feb 2014
"TanakhCast: The Madness? This is South Park Edition!" is a podcast that explores and discusses four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning from G...
27 Feb 2014
Tablet
‘Too Holy To Print’: The Forbidden Books of Jewish Magic
27 Feb 2014
In the world of Jewish magic, the publication and distribution of mystical texts have been met with caution and regulation. A particular case involving the 1...
27 Feb 2014
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TanakhCast: The Moshe Is Married to a Non-Jewish Black Woman Edition!
17 Feb 2014
The TanakhCast podcast examines 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, exploring from Genesis to 2 Chronicles. The episode titled "The Moshe Is Married to...
17 Feb 2014
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New Film Follows Hebrew Bible Quiz Hopefuls
7 Feb 2014
"Bible Kings" is a new documentary film following adults from around the world as they prepare for the Chidon HaTanakh, the International Bible Contest. Dire...
7 Feb 2014
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TanakhCast: The Everything Old is New Again Edition!
3 Feb 2014
The TanakhCast podcast explores and reflects on four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis and continuing through to 2 Chronicles. Li...
3 Feb 2014
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Bergen-Belsen Diary, 1945
27 Jan 2014
The Bergen-Belsen Diary of Chava Rosenfarb offers a poignant glimpse into the immediate post-liberation experiences of Holocaust survivors. Written at the Be...
27 Jan 2014
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TanakhCast: The Six-Thirteen-Six-Point-Nine Edition!
13 Jan 2014
TanakhCast is a podcast that explores the Tanakh, starting from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, examining 4 chapters every two weeks. It invites listeners to engage...
13 Jan 2014
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TanakhCast: The Mortgage Backed Securities Edition!
30 Dec 2013
"TanakhCast: The Mortgage Backed Securities Edition" is a podcast that delves into the Tanakh, exploring and discussing four chapters every two weeks from Ge...
30 Dec 2013