Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Mary Darling: Have you ever met a Bahai. Well I happen to have one I'd love you to meet.
28 May 2020
Mary Darling, co-creator of the TV show Little Mosque on the Prairie, discusses meeting a member of the Bahai community and highlights the dynamic nature of ...
28 May 2020
Unorthodox
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Mad Mensch: Ep. 229
21 May 2020
Matthew Weiner, creator of 'Mad Men,' discusses the resurgence of interest in the series and its exploration of Jewish identity in 1960s America, reflecting ...
21 May 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Wisdom of the Affable Conservative Nut
19 May 2020
Rob Long, a Hollywood veteran, discusses in his latest piece in COMMENTARY how right-wing characters become popular in sitcoms. Additionally, there is a conv...
19 May 2020
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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
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Tara Slone: From Buddha to Rock, Tara digs hard in the corners and comes up shiny
7 May 2020
Tara Slone is a multifaceted individual who balances various roles and interests. She travels across the country as part of the show Hometown Hockey alongsid...
7 May 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Let's All Go to the Mall—Sometime
13 Apr 2020
COMMENTARY's podcasters discuss the possibility of visiting malls, reflecting on the changing landscape and experiences related to mall visits. The podcast a...
13 Apr 2020
Unorthodox
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Mimes of the Times: Ep. 221
26 Mar 2020
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, with a focus on its impact on Jewish life and the broader ...
26 Mar 2020
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David Simon on ‘The Plot Against America’ and our crisis of democracy
15 Mar 2020
David Simon, known for his work on shows like "The Wire" and "The Deuce," reflects on his adaptation of Philip Roth's novel "The Plot Against America," which...
15 Mar 2020
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‘The Plot Against America’ is truer than even Philip Roth knew
15 Mar 2020
"The Plot Against America" by Philip Roth, both the novel and the subsequent HBO miniseries, explores an alternate history where Charles Lindbergh, a sympath...
15 Mar 2020
Tablet
We’re Not in Kansas Anymore
13 Mar 2020
The content with the title "Were Not in Kansas Anymore" appears incomplete and lacks context or information necessary to form a coherent summary for a Jewish...
13 Mar 2020
Menschwarmers
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Ethan Zohn, AKA That Jewish Guy from Survivor, puts the Mensch in Menschwarmers
12 Mar 2020
Ethan Zohn, known for winning Survivor and charity work in Africa, discusses his experiences on Survivor, soccer career, and audition for Curb Your Enthusias...
12 Mar 2020
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The Jewish Disney Family of Egypt
25 Feb 2020
"Bukra fil Mish-Mish," a documentary by Tal Michael, highlights the remarkable story of the Frenkel brothers, Jewish pioneers of animation in Egypt and the A...
25 Feb 2020
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Yiddish Harry Potter excerpt read on Israeli TV
13 Feb 2020
The Yiddish translation of an excerpt from the beloved 'Harry Potter' series was recently featured on Israeli TV, showcasing the rich heritage of the Yiddish...
13 Feb 2020
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Oy — Why those ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ ads are pretty, pretty bad
21 Jan 2020
The article discusses the use of the Yiddish word "Oy" in advertisements for the 10th season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm." It questions the appropriateness of t...
21 Jan 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Tube and Other Boobs” Edition
16 Jan 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the reunion of the Meretz and Labor parties after 47 years, questioning if their merger will be ...
16 Jan 2020
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“My Polish Honeymoon” proves you really can make a rom-com out of anything — even Holocaust tourism
15 Jan 2020
"My Polish Honeymoon" is a French romantic comedy that takes a satirical look at Jewish heritage tourism in post-Holocaust Poland. The film follows a Parisia...
15 Jan 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Humble Howard: I Believe in Golf
9 Jan 2020
In "Humble Howard: I Believe in Golf," renowned broadcaster Humble Howard discusses his deep connection to the game of golf, exploring themes such as golf co...
9 Jan 2020
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The Mel Brooks Feline Musical You Must Watch As An Antidote For ‘Cats’
23 Dec 2019
The article contrasts the widely criticized film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Cats" with the lesser-known musical "Shinbone Alley," which featured co...
23 Dec 2019
Menschwarmers
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Jewish Sports Movies to Keep You Warm this Holiday Season
19 Dec 2019
In a podcast called Menschwarmers, hosts Gabe and Jamie compile a list of the top Jewish sports movies to enjoy during the holiday season, featuring titles l...
19 Dec 2019
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She’s Sarah Silverman’s Sister — And Just Officiated Tiffany Haddish’s Bat Mitzvah
5 Dec 2019
Rabbi Susan Silverman, sister of comedian Sarah Silverman, officiated Tiffany Haddish's bat mitzvah, a unique event that coincided with Haddish's 40th birthd...
5 Dec 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Anti-Globalization Goes Global
2 Dec 2019
Nadav Eyal, an experienced Israeli foreign affairs reporter, explores the global impact of anti-globalization movements in his book "The Revolt Against Globa...
2 Dec 2019
Tel Aviv Review
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Anti-Globalization Goes Global
2 Dec 2019
In "The Revolt Against Globalization," Israeli foreign affairs reporter Nadav Eyal explores how globalization fuels various political movements globally, inc...
2 Dec 2019
Israel Policy Pod
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Unpacking "Our Boys"
15 Nov 2019
Hagai Levy, co-creator of the HBO series "Our Boys," discusses the show's impact with hosts Evan Gottesman and Margaux Nijkerk. Levy shares insights into the...
15 Nov 2019
Israel Policy Pod
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Unpacking "Our Boys"
15 Nov 2019
This episode of Israel Policy Pod explores the complexities and controversies surrounding the HBO series "Our Boys" with co-creator Hagai Levy. The discussio...
15 Nov 2019
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Woody Allen And Amazon Settle Breach Of Contract Lawsuit
11 Nov 2019
Woody Allen and Amazon have reached a settlement in the $68 million breach of contract lawsuit Allen brought against Amazon in February. The lawsuit stemmed ...
11 Nov 2019
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Timothée Chalamet Handed Out Bagels On The Red Carpet On Rosh Hashanah
2 Oct 2019
Timothée Chalamet made headlines when he unexpectedly handed out bagels on the red carpet at the premiere of his film, "The King," coinciding with Rosh Hasha...
2 Oct 2019
People of the Pod
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Backstage with “Our Boys” Creator; Israeli Elections and the Arab Party
27 Sep 2019
Joseph Cedar, the creator of HBO's "Our Boys," discussed translating the events of the summer of 2014 into television and the critical reception the show has...
27 Sep 2019
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How ‘YidLife Crisis’ Tackled Anti-Semitism
26 Sep 2019
"YidLife Crisis," a Yiddish-language comedy series, addressed anti-Semitism in its season three finale episode titled "Anticementish." The show's lead charac...
26 Sep 2019
Jewish Review of Books
Romania!
15 Sep 2019
"I Do Not Care if We Go Down in History as Barbarians" is a film by Radu Jude that delves into the uncomfortable history of Romania during World War II. The ...
15 Sep 2019
Menschwarmers
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Max Winkler, Down in Jungleland
13 Sep 2019
Director Max Winkler discusses the premiere of his new movie "Jungleland" in a conversation with the Mensches at TIFF, along with topics like Jewish Dodgers,...
13 Sep 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “Is Netanyahu Over?” Edition
22 Aug 2019
Haaretz-writer Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron contemplate the potential decline of PM Netanyahu's political power and the emergen...
22 Aug 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “Is Netanyahu Over?” Edition
22 Aug 2019
In this segment, Haaretz-writer Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss the potential decline of Prime Minister Netanyahu's politi...
22 Aug 2019
Unorthodox
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BYOBubbies: Ep. 192
15 Aug 2019
This episode of Unorthodox takes listeners through two engaging discussions with Jewish cultural figures. Emmy-winning writer Cindy Chupack shares her artist...
15 Aug 2019
Unorthodox
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BYOBubbies: Ep. 192
15 Aug 2019
This episode of Unorthodox features interviews with Jewish guests including Cindy Chupack, an Emmy-winning TV writer and producer discussing her latest film ...
15 Aug 2019
Jewish Insider
Meet Fitz Haney, the Israeli-American diplomat, businessman and reality TV star
8 Aug 2019
Fitz Haney, a multi-talented Israeli-American diplomat, businessman, and reality TV star, has led a diverse and colorful life journey. Originally from Nashvi...
8 Aug 2019
Unorthodox
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Facts and Feelings: Ep. 190
1 Aug 2019
This episode features an interview with Liz Feldman, creator of the Netflix series "Dead to Me," who discusses the Jewish influences on her show and sharing ...
1 Aug 2019
Unorthodox
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Facts and Feelings: Ep. 190
1 Aug 2019
In episode 190 of the podcast "Unorthodox," the hosts kick off their fundraising drive and interview Liz Feldman, the creator of the Netflix series "Dead to ...
1 Aug 2019
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Here Are The Resurfaced Tweets Where Trump Used Jewish Dog Whistles On Jon Stewart
24 Jul 2019
President Trump criticized comedian Jon Stewart in 2013 on Twitter, referring to him by his birth name, Jonathan Leibowitz, which was perceived by some as in...
24 Jul 2019
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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
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Woody Allen Directs His First Opera At La Scala
3 Jul 2019
Woody Allen made his directorial debut at La Scala opera house in Milan, premiering Giacomo Puccini's Gianni Schicchi. This marked Allen's first foray into o...
3 Jul 2019
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Yes, Orthodox Jews In This ‘Spider-Man’ Video Game Really Do Disappear On Shabbat
27 Jun 2019
Spider-Man's video game for Playstation 4 features an accurate replication of New York City, including Orthodox Jewish characters with kippot and hats. These...
27 Jun 2019
Jewish Review of Books
Letters, Summer 2019
24 Jun 2019
The text discusses various perspectives and viewpoints on different literary works and their influences. It starts with a letter pointing out the omission of...
24 Jun 2019
Unorthodox
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Who You Gonna Call? Ep 185
13 Jun 2019
This episode of Unorthodox highlights unique perspectives on fatherhood through conversations with Violet Ramis Stiel and Matt Schneider. Violet shares insig...
13 Jun 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “Keeva & Us” Edition
16 May 2019
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss various topics, such as the partnership between pork-loving former Soviets and ultra-Orthodox Je...
16 May 2019
Promised Podcast
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The “Keeva & Us” Edition
16 May 2019
In "The Keeva & Us Edition" podcast, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss various topics, including the intriguing partnership betwee...
16 May 2019
Tablet
When Hollywood Fought Nazis
14 May 2019
Between 1939 and 1941, Hollywood made a series of films with a strong anti-Nazi message, defying typical entertainment norms. MGM's "The Mortal Storm" stood ...
14 May 2019
Menschwarmers
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The Tale of Team Israel
10 May 2019
The Menschwarmers podcast recently interviewed Jonathan Mayo about baseball journalism, discussing Team Israel's unexpected success and the documentary "Head...
10 May 2019
Unorthodox
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Mom's the Word: Ep. 180
9 May 2019
In the podcast episode "Mom's the Word: Ep. 180," the focus is on mothers in honor of Mother's Day. Jewish guest Catherine Reitman, creator of Workin Moms, s...
9 May 2019
Unorthodox
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Mom's the Word: Ep. 180
9 May 2019
This Mother's Day special episode of Unorthodox features Catherine Reitman discussing her Netflix show Workin' Moms and its inspiration drawn from her own ex...
9 May 2019
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Woody Allen’s ‘Manhattan’ Is 40. Can We Still Admire It In 2019?
25 Apr 2019
Despite being a celebrated film, Woody Allen's "Manhattan" is now difficult to assess due to his controversial personal life, including his relationship with...
25 Apr 2019