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Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Heather Bambrick pays tribute to her Dad. He passed, and she will never be the same. 11 Sep 2020
Heather Bambrick, a jazz singer and broadcaster, recently lost her father John Bambrick and has decided to pay tribute to him by stepping away from her busy ...
11 Sep 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones Green Shoots and Tragic Opportunism 11 Sep 2020
The article discusses the 19th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and criticizes comparing the death toll from that day to the pandemic. It also touches on the ...
11 Sep 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones This Will Get Out of Control 4 Sep 2020
The text discusses a current event involving an Antifa suspect being shot dead by federal marshals after allegedly committing an assassination of a Trump sup...
4 Sep 2020
Tablet Bullies, Inc. 25 Aug 2020
This article explores the influence of Jeff Zucker on American media and politics, particularly regarding his role in shaping Donald Trump's career from a re...
25 Aug 2020
Tablet What’s So Great About the New Israeli Thriller ‘Tehran’? 7 Aug 2020
The Israeli thriller series "Tehran," aired on Kan 11 and set against the backdrop of Israeli-Iranian tensions, has captivated audiences with its intense nar...
7 Aug 2020
Unorthodox headphones Joining the Club: Ep. 239 6 Aug 2020
This episode of Unorthodox features a discussion with Rachel Shukert about her role as showrunner for Netflix's The Baby-Sitters Club and how she modernized ...
6 Aug 2020
Forward The wonderful, whimsical, interfaith family of the Muppets 28 Jul 2020
PJ Grisar examines the interfaith and multicultural essence of the Muppets, highlighting the significant Jewish influences behind their creation and success....
28 Jul 2020
Promised Podcast headphones The “From COVID Heroes to COVID Zeros” Edition 9 Jul 2020
In this episode of the Tel Aviv Review, host Gilad Halpern, along with Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron, cover significant topics including Israel's tran...
9 Jul 2020
Forward Carl Reiner, ‘Dick Van Dyke Show’ creator and Mel Brooks’ other half, dies at 98 30 Jun 2020
Carl Reiner, a legendary figure in American comedy, passed away at 98, leaving behind a legacy that spanned over five decades. A pioneering force in televisi...
30 Jun 2020
Forward Why Carl Reiner was the dreamiest boss I ever had 30 Jun 2020
Sybil Adelman Sage reflects on her fulfilling experience working as Carl Reiner's secretary, highlighting his genuine kindness and mentorship that transcende...
30 Jun 2020
Forward Among zombies and plague, hit game The Last of Us Part II features a Jewish character 29 Jun 2020
The Last of Us Part II, a recently released hit survival horror video game, features a notable Jewish character named Dina. Co-director Neil Druckmann confir...
29 Jun 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones Mike Wilner: A side of Mazel Tov with your Blue Jays broadcast 25 Jun 2020
Mike Wilner, the voice of the Toronto Blue Jays on radio, takes pride in his Jewish heritage and often includes mazel tov shout outs on air. Despite his rise...
25 Jun 2020
Forward Is it really time to cancel ‘Blazing Saddles?’ 11 Jun 2020
In the wake of HBO Max's decision to remove "Gone with the Wind" due to its glorification of the Confederacy, discussions have emerged surrounding whether Me...
11 Jun 2020
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones 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
Forward The Jewiest (and least Jewish) Muppets 22 May 2020
PJ Grisar humorously explores the Jewish identity of various Muppet characters, inspired by a Twitter conversation initiated by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg. Grisa...
22 May 2020
Unorthodox headphones 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 headphones 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
Forward Jerry Stiller was so much more than a sitcom star 11 May 2020
Jerry Stiller, who passed away in May 2020, was much more than his famous roles on 'Seinfeld' and 'King of Queens.' Born to a Jewish family and raised in a c...
11 May 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
Not That Kind of Rabbi headphones 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
Forward “May I help you, Mr. Perlman?” — a lesson from the maestro at the Zabar’s lox counter 6 May 2020
Len Berk, a longtime lox slicer at Zabar's, shares his memorable encounter with Itzhak Perlman, the esteemed violinist and regular customer at the iconic New...
6 May 2020
Forward When Gloria Steinem and Phyllis Schlafly battled for the American soul 30 Apr 2020
"Mrs. America," an FX miniseries streaming on Hulu, captures the intense political and ideological battles over the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) during the 1...
30 Apr 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones 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
Forward A PSA from Larry David: Stay inside, watch TV, don’t be an idiot 2 Apr 2020
In a timely public service announcement during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Larry David, renowned for his role in "Curb Your Enthusiasm," humorou...
2 Apr 2020
Forward The 37 unknown roles of Peter Sellers 1 Apr 2020
Peter Sellers was a British actor and comedian renowned for his ability to fully transform into his film roles, such as Dr. Strangelove and Inspector Clousea...
1 Apr 2020
Forward Introducing Marcel Marceau, resistance fighter — starring Jesse Eisenberg 26 Mar 2020
The film "Resistance," starring Jesse Eisenberg, highlights the extraordinary yet lesser-known story of Marcel Marceau, a French-Jewish mime who played a piv...
26 Mar 2020
Unorthodox headphones 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
Forward 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
Forward ‘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 headphones 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
Tablet 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
Forward 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
Forward 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 headphones 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
Forward “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 headphones 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
Forward 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 headphones 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
Forward ‘Uncut Gems’ Gives American Jews A New, Unflattering Mascot - And It’s A Triumph 18 Dec 2019
"Uncut Gems," directed by Josh and Benny Safdie and starring Adam Sandler, presents an unconventional and complex portrayal of Jewish identity through the ch...
18 Dec 2019
Forward 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 headphones 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
Tel Aviv Review headphones 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
Israel Policy Pod headphones 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 headphones 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
Forward 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
Forward ‘Oklahoma!’ Is The Go-To Score For HBO’s ‘Watchmen’ 21 Oct 2019
HBO's new series "Watchmen," created by Damon Lindelof, presents an alternate universe focused on racial tensions in the American South, diverging from the o...
21 Oct 2019
Forward ‘Big Mouth’ Mouths Off To Anti-Semites In Its Third Season 16 Oct 2019
The third season of Netflix's animated series "Big Mouth" continues to tackle themes of puberty and sexuality with a pronounced Jewish angle. Creators Nick K...
16 Oct 2019
Forward 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 headphones 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