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Forward On the trail of a priceless dove, a group of Palestinians and Israelis find that peace is for the birds 7 Nov 2025
"Bella" is a co-directed Israeli film by Jamal Khalaily and Zohar Shachar that follows Yaki, a struggling musician, as he attempts to retrieve a valuable dov...
7 Nov 2025
Kveller ‘Boston Blue’ Has a Beautiful Black Jewish Family, Inspired by Its Jewish Co-Creator 7 Nov 2025
Boston Blue, a new spin-off of the show Blue Bloods, centers on a family with both Jewish and Black heritage, reflecting the personal experiences of Jewish c...
7 Nov 2025
Hadassah Nobody Wants This? Everybody Should Want This 7 Nov 2025
Rabbi Rachel Kobrin reflects on the Netflix series "Nobody Wants This," which presents a narrative about a young rabbi and a non-Jewish podcaster falling in ...
7 Nov 2025
JTA Conversion isn’t a solo act. So why is the rabbi in ‘Nobody Wants This’ acting alone? 6 Nov 2025
"Nobody Wants This" on Netflix has triggered debate regarding its portrayal of Jewish women through stereotypes. Despite valid criticism, Rabbi Lisa Rubin ar...
6 Nov 2025
Kveller Everything We Know About ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3 5 Nov 2025
"Nobody Wants This," the Netflix series starring Adam Brody as Rabbi Noah Roklov, has been renewed for a third season, set to possibly premiere in Fall 2026....
5 Nov 2025
Kveller Fran Drescher’s Guide to Yiddish Words Is Perfection 5 Nov 2025
Fran Drescher, known for her role in the 90s sitcom "The Nanny," recently shared a playful guide to Yiddish words on the show's social media platforms. Celeb...
5 Nov 2025
Forward Israel’s Oscar entry is, once again, about Palestinians 5 Nov 2025
"The Sea," directed by Shai Carmeli-Pollak, is Israel's entry for the 2026 Oscars and tells the poignant story of Khaled, a 12-year-old Palestinian boy who f...
5 Nov 2025
JTA Controversial Israeli film ‘The Sea’ makes its North American premiere in NYC 5 Nov 2025
"The Sea," directed by Israeli filmmaker Shai Carmeli-Pollak, has made its North American debut at NYC's Marlene Meyerson JCC as part of the Other Israel Fil...
5 Nov 2025
Lilith A Personal Take on the Other Israel Film Festival 5 Nov 2025
The 19th annual Other Israel Film Festival in Manhattan offers a unique platform for Jewish and Palestinian filmmakers to present thought-provoking cinema th...
5 Nov 2025
MomentMag The State of Democracy and Journalism with Judy Woodruff and Robert Siegel 4 Nov 2025
Veteran journalists Judy Woodruff and Robert Siegel engage in a timely discussion about the state of democracy and journalism in the United States, highlight...
4 Nov 2025
JTA This Reform rabbi is one of 456 competitors on Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ 4 Nov 2025
Rabbi Jamie Field, initially inspired by similar reality shows, participated in Netflix's "Squid Game: The Challenge," bringing her Jewish values and rabbini...
4 Nov 2025
Kveller ‘Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore’ Is a Must-Watch Documentary About a Deaf Jewish Trailblazer 4 Nov 2025
Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore is a compelling documentary about the acclaimed actress's journey as a Deaf Jewish trailblazer. Directed by fellow Jewish De...
4 Nov 2025
Kveller Did Anything Actually Happen in Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’? 3 Nov 2025
In a Slack roundtable discussion, Kveller and Hey Alma staff dissect the perplexing developments of season two of Netflix's Hot Rabbi Show, "Nobody Wants Thi...
3 Nov 2025
Kveller All the Jewish TV Coming in November 2025 3 Nov 2025
November 2025 sees a few "Jew-ish" TV offerings, primarily featuring Jewish actors rather than explicitly Jewish content. Highlights include Rachel Sennott's...
3 Nov 2025
Forward As long as there are movies about Nazis, there will be movies about the art they looted 31 Oct 2025
Pascal Bonitzer's film "Auction" serves as a recent addition to the genre focusing on Nazi-looted art, exploring the ethical and legal ramifications of art r...
31 Oct 2025
JTA Freed hostage Alon Ohel plays piano on Israeli sketch comedy show ‘Eretz Nehederet’ 30 Oct 2025
Freed hostage Alon Ohel made an emotional appearance on the Israeli sketch comedy show Eretz Nehederet, showcasing his piano skills that helped keep his spir...
30 Oct 2025
Lilith “Hot Rabbi” Culture Undermines Real Religious Connection 30 Oct 2025
The increasing cultural fascination with "hot clergy," exemplified by the Netflix show "Nobody Wants This," is critiqued for diverting attention from genuine...
30 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season Two Features a Jewish Baby Naming Ceremony 29 Oct 2025
"Nobody Wants This" continues to explore unique Jewish ceremonies in its second season, featuring a Jewish baby naming, or brit bat, in episode 5. The ceremo...
29 Oct 2025
Tablet The Cinema of October 7th 29 Oct 2025
Nadav Lapid's latest film, "Yes!," features a provocative examination of Israeli society, continuing his tradition of merging political critique with avant-g...
29 Oct 2025
Forward In HBO's new Stephen King series, the Holocaust is fuel for jump scares 28 Oct 2025
The HBO Max series "It: Welcome to Derry," a prequel to the movie "It," controversially uses the Holocaust to heighten horror elements in its narrative. The ...
28 Oct 2025
Kveller Jackie Tohn Sang Hamotzi in This Interview 27 Oct 2025
In an engaging interview on Simchat Torah, Jewish actress Jackie Tohn shared insights into her role in "Nobody Wants This," highlighting her deep connection ...
27 Oct 2025
Forward In 'Coexistence, My Ass!' the anxiety of an Israeli influencer 27 Oct 2025
Coexistence, My Ass!, a documentary by Amber Fares, dives into the art of comedy as a potent medium for social commentary, spotlighting Israeli comedian Noam...
27 Oct 2025
Kveller Netflix’s ‘No One Saw Us Leave’ Is a Magnetic Jewish Series Based on a True Story 24 Oct 2025
"No One Saw Us Leave," a Netflix series based on Tamara Trottner's autobiography, tells the intense story of her abduction as a child by her father, spanning...
24 Oct 2025
JTA Netflix drops Season 2 of ‘Nobody Wants This,’ returning Rabbi Noah and interfaith dilemmas to TV screens 24 Oct 2025
Season 2 of the hit series 'Nobody Wants This' returns to Netflix, continuing the story of Rabbi Noah and Joanne as they navigate the complexities of interfa...
24 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 1 Recap: ‘Dinner Party’ 23 Oct 2025
The recap of "Nobody Wants This" Season 2's first episode, titled "Dinner Party," delves into the comedic yet poignant mishaps surrounding a key dinner hoste...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 2 Recap: ‘Leave It At the Tree’ 23 Oct 2025
Nobody Wants This is a TV series exploring Jewish culture, family dynamics, and personal growth through humor and drama. In season two, episode two, titled "...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 3 Recap: ‘The Unethical Therapist’ 23 Oct 2025
The recap of "Nobody Wants This," season 2, episode 3, explores various themes through the chaotic Shabbat dinner at the Roklov household. As Joanne tries to...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 4 Recap: ‘Valentine’s Day’ 23 Oct 2025
Episode 4 of season 2 of 'Nobody Wants This' takes place around Valentine's Day, amplifying the flaws in Noah Roklov's perceptions of himself as the ultimate...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 5 Recap: ‘Abby Loves Smoothies’ 23 Oct 2025
The latest episode of "Nobody Wants This" delivers what might be television's debut of a Jewish baby naming ceremony, filled with comedic and cultural nuance...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 6 Recap: ‘Anything Can Happen’ 23 Oct 2025
The recap of Season 2, Episode 6 of "Nobody Wants This" portrays the unfolding of a Purim-themed party that acts as a pivotal setting for the characters' rel...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 7 Recap: ‘When You Know, You Know’ 23 Oct 2025
Lior Zaltzman provides a spirited recap of the TV series "Nobody Wants This," exploring Season 2, Episode 7, which delves into personal and communal dynamics...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 8 Recap: ‘A Better Rabbi’ 23 Oct 2025
In episode 8 of season 2 of "Nobody Wants This," viewers witness significant character developments and relational tensions. Lynn, or Batya, expresses a prof...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 9 Recap: ‘Crossroads’ 23 Oct 2025
In Episode 9 of the second season of "Nobody Wants This," the characters find themselves facing various personal crossroads. Morgan grapples with her relatio...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2, Episode 10 Recap: ‘When Noah Met Joanne’ 23 Oct 2025
In the season finale of "Nobody Wants This," tensions come to a head as relationships and Jewish identity are tested at Morgan's engagement party. Joanne and...
23 Oct 2025
Forward Was Teddy Roosevelt's favorite play the original 'Nobody Wants This'? 23 Oct 2025
"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series about an interfaith couple played by Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, ignites discussions on Jewish stereotypes but draws l...
23 Oct 2025
Forward What the new season of 'Nobody Wants This' gets right — and very wrong — about Judaism 23 Oct 2025
The second season of Netflix's hit series "Nobody Wants This" attempts to address criticisms regarding its portrayal of Jewish themes but falls short in some...
23 Oct 2025
Kveller Your Guide to Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2 23 Oct 2025
Netflix's hit show "Nobody Wants This" has released its second season, captivating the Jewish community and viewers globally with the unconventional romance ...
23 Oct 2025
Forward Nobody wants all those menorahs in 'Nobody Wants This,' do they? 22 Oct 2025
Nobody Wants This, a Netflix show featuring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody as an interfaith couple, returns for a second season rife with the curious prominence...
22 Oct 2025
Forward VIDEO: ‘Shtisel’ bubbe Lea Koenig in a Yiddish music video 22 Oct 2025
Lea Koenig, famed for her role in 'Shtisel,' captivates audiences in a new Yiddish music video where she sings 'Kum zhe mame,' a Yiddish adaptation of a 1964...
22 Oct 2025
Lilith The Jewish Moms of Netflix 21 Oct 2025
The article explores the portrayal of Jewish mother figures in two Netflix shows, "Long Story Short" and "Nobody Wants This." It contrasts Naomi, a complex, ...
21 Oct 2025
Tablet The Worst Empire 20 Oct 2025
David Samuels's article explores the cultural and historical nuances presented in the film "Gladiator," particularly examining the character Maximus Decimus ...
20 Oct 2025
Kveller Introducing: The ‘Nobody Wants This’ Jewish TV Club Substack! 17 Oct 2025
The announcement from Kveller introduces a new season of the Jewish TV Club Substack, now focusing on the Netflix show "Nobody Wants This," featuring Adam Br...
17 Oct 2025
JTA Susan Stamberg, iconic Jewish ‘founding mother’ of NPR, dies at 87 17 Oct 2025
Susan Stamberg, an influential voice in American broadcasting, passed away at age 87, leaving behind a rich legacy at NPR, where she broke new ground as one ...
17 Oct 2025
Forward Ben Stiller wants you to meet his parents 17 Oct 2025
Ben Stiller explores the complexities of his family's legacy in the new documentary "Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost," revealing the personal and profession...
17 Oct 2025
JTA BBC penalized after failing to identify narrator in Gaza documentary as son of Hamas minister 17 Oct 2025
The BBC faces sanctions from the UK's media watchdog, Ofcom, for its documentary "Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone" after failing to disclose that one of its n...
17 Oct 2025
Forward The new Anne Frank musical wants you to laugh at 'woke culture' — but is it funny? 16 Oct 2025
An innovative but controversial production, "Slam Frank," by Andrew Fox, explores the boundaries of satire by reimagining Anne Frank as a Latinx pansexual ch...
16 Oct 2025
Forward How a Jewish schoolteacher from New Jersey made it to Hollywood and Broadway at the same time 16 Oct 2025
Robert Kaplow, a former high school English teacher from New Jersey, has carved a unique path in the arts, transitioning from a beloved educator to a creativ...
16 Oct 2025
Forward How a complete unknown created one of the most iconic music events of the 1970's 15 Oct 2025
Israeli director Ido Fluk's film "Köln 75," showcases the behind-the-scenes story of Keith Jarrett's iconic 1975 live album, "The Köln Concert," focusing on ...
15 Oct 2025
JTA With hostages home, the filmmaker behind ‘Torn’ says his documentary about NYC’s poster wars remains sadly relevant 14 Oct 2025
Nim Shapira’s documentary, "Torn," explores the contentious poster wars in New York City, where posters of Israeli hostages were put up and subsequently torn...
14 Oct 2025
Hadassah Fox’s ‘Doc’ Explores Memory, Medicine and Some Jewish Faith 13 Oct 2025
Fox's medical drama "Doc" explores themes of memory loss and personal identity, with a Jewish twist. The show, now in its second season, features Dr. Amy Lar...
13 Oct 2025