The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Can modern archeology prove Jews’ historic ties to Israel?
23 Mar 2023
Award-winning Canadian filmmaker Igal Hecht's new TV series, "Secrets of the Land," delves into the question of whether modern archaeology can confirm the Je...
23 Mar 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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This young Ukrainian family is marking 1 year in Canada—thanks to the Jewish community
22 Mar 2023
Inna Movchan and Vitalli Shkarbun, a young Ukrainian couple, had to flee their wedding due to the Russian invasion and found refuge in Canada with the suppor...
22 Mar 2023
Call Me Back
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"Did we break Iraq?" with Eli Lake
20 Mar 2023
In this episode of 'Call Me Back,' host Dan Senor and journalist Eli Lake delve into the complexities of the Iraq War, questioning whether the U.S. invasion ...
20 Mar 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#131 Chassidus - Response to Haskalah
16 Mar 2023
In this episode, the discussion focuses on how Chassidus effectively countered the Haskalah movement. The key innovation Chassidus had to combat Haskalah is ...
16 Mar 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Introducing: Unpacking Israeli History, Season 4!
15 Mar 2023
Unpacking Israeli History, Season 4, by Jewish History Unpacked, delves into the Ma'alot massacre, where Palestinian terrorists disrupted a fun field trip of...
15 Mar 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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Safed: A Reality and a Metaphor
13 Mar 2023
Professor Amnon Raz-Krakotzkin delves into the essence of Safed, a historical Jewish hub in the Galilee, in his new book "Mishna Consciousness, Bible Conscio...
13 Mar 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#130 - Chassidus and Haskala II - Background
9 Mar 2023
This text discusses the interaction between Chassidus and Haskala in Czarist Russia, noting that Chassidus responded better to the challenges posed by Haskal...
9 Mar 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Trump, Fauci, and the War in Iraq
6 Mar 2023
Eli Lake discusses his article "The Iraq War, 20 Years Later" on a podcast, but first, the conversation touches on Donald Trump's recent speech at CPAC and a...
6 Mar 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#129-Mishley & Psychology II - Chassidus & Haskala
2 Mar 2023
In this episode, the discussion focuses on the integration of psychology and Torah, along with the challenges posed by contemporary society. The episode also...
2 Mar 2023
Promised Podcast
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The “In Flames” Edition
2 Mar 2023
Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss the recent events at Huwara in Israel, which some have referred to as a pogrom, raising concerns about the persi...
2 Mar 2023
Call Me Back
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What does Biden mean by “as long as it takes”? - with Richard Fontaine
27 Feb 2023
In this episode, Richard Fontaine discusses the implications of the U.S. and European support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing war with Russia. He analyzes geo...
27 Feb 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Where Do Americans Stand on Ukraine?
24 Feb 2023
The podcast discusses the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the current ideological and partisan divisions within the United States on this iss...
24 Feb 2023
Unorthodox
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Threading the Needle: Ep. 350
23 Feb 2023
In the podcast episode "Threading the Needle: Ep. 350" of Unorthodox, the hosts feature Ashley McKinless and Zac Davis from the Jesuitical podcast as their g...
23 Feb 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Biden's Trip and the GOP's Reaction
21 Feb 2023
Matthew Continetti, now a permanent co-host, discusses President Biden's trip to Kyiv and Ron DeSantis's comments on it, drawing parallels between current Am...
21 Feb 2023
Call Me Back
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Niall Ferguson: How Cold War II Turns Hot
20 Feb 2023
Historian Niall Ferguson discusses the potential for the current global geopolitical climate, marked by tensions involving China, Russia, and Iran, to escala...
20 Feb 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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Hitler’s Willing Profiteers
20 Feb 2023
David de Jong, a journalist for the Dutch Financial Daily, delves into the topic of Nazi Germany's wealthy industrialists and their heirs in his book "Nazi B...
20 Feb 2023
Call Me Back
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Bonus Episode: Check-in on the Abraham Accords - with Aryeh Lightstone
16 Feb 2023
Aryeh Lightstone shares insights on the enduring significance of the Abraham Accords, highlighting the strategic cooperation facilitated between Israel and s...
16 Feb 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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Our Republic: Ben Gurion's Constitutional Vision
13 Feb 2023
Professor Nir Keidar examines David Ben Gurion's vision of Israeli democracy in his book titled "David Ben Gurion and the Foundation of Israeli Democracy." K...
13 Feb 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#126 - Haskala and Enlightenment - The Vilna Gaon’s Response
9 Feb 2023
In this discussion, the focus is on the Jewish response to the Enlightenment movement, particularly examining the Vilna Gaon's perspective. The Vilna Gaon's ...
9 Feb 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#125 - Haskala and Enlightenment - Early Response
2 Feb 2023
The episode discusses the early response to Enlightenment and Haskala, exploring when reactions to Enlightenment started and the Torah's framework for addres...
2 Feb 2023
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Amos Yadlin Remembers His Friend Ilan Ramon
1 Feb 2023
Major General (Res.) Amos Yadlin, a distinguished Israeli fighter pilot and former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate, shared insights in an i...
1 Feb 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#124 - Prophecy and Levels of Prophecy
26 Jan 2023
This episode explores the connection between Prophecy and the Mikdash, delving into their relationship and what it reveals about the structure of Prophecy. A...
26 Jan 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Giving Tanks
25 Jan 2023
Frederick Kagan discusses a significant development in NATO strategy involving Germany and the United States committing advanced tanks to the conflict in Ukr...
25 Jan 2023
What Matters Now
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At the Israel Museum, touring 7 new wonders of the ancient world
25 Jan 2023
The Israel Museum in Jerusalem features "Disrupted Layer," an exhibit by artist Zohar Gotesman, showcasing seven contemporary sculptures inspired by archaeol...
25 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Shining a new light on Rudolf Vrba, the Canadian who escaped from Auschwitz
25 Jan 2023
Rudolf Vrba, a Slovakian Jewish teenager who changed his name from Walter Rosenberg, escaped from Auschwitz in 1944, becoming one of the few to do so. His te...
25 Jan 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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President Edith Piaf
20 Jan 2023
In a podcast, the discussion revolves around President Edith Piaf, where Joe Biden's lack of regrets regarding his handling of classified information is scru...
20 Jan 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#123 - The Rambam and Prophecy
19 Jan 2023
This episode discusses the Rambam's perspective on Prophecy within the Torah, exploring the importance of Prophecy and the acceptance of the Rambam's views o...
19 Jan 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Babatha: The Jewish Mom of Ancient Times
19 Jan 2023
The podcast episode discusses Babatha, an ancient Jewish woman who, despite being unremarkable, shed light on 2nd century Judea through documents found in he...
19 Jan 2023
Forward
Amid Kushner intervention, Trump wrote ‘shockingly gracious’ note to Biden, book claims
16 Jan 2023
A new book by Chris Whipple sheds light on former President Donald Trump's shocking graciousness in the letter he left for President Joe Biden upon leaving o...
16 Jan 2023
Bonjour Chai
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J’Accuse…!
12 Jan 2023
Michael Marrus, a prominent Holocaust scholar in Canada, passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to Jewish history through hi...
12 Jan 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#122 - The Rambam Controversy
12 Jan 2023
This text discusses the controversy surrounding the figure of the Rambam (Maimonides) in Jewish history, questioning whether he was the most controversial pe...
12 Jan 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Eternal Outsider: The Uriel D'Acosta Story
12 Jan 2023
The podcast episode "Eternal Outsider: The Uriel D'Acosta Story" delves into the life of Uriel D'Acosta, a 17th century figure in Amsterdam who was a convers...
12 Jan 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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The Samaritans: Then and Now
9 Jan 2023
Professor Steven Fine of Yeshiva University explores a project focused on the Samaritans, a small group in Israel and Palestine, including a documentary, boo...
9 Jan 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#121 - R Elimelech’s Tzetil
5 Jan 2023
In this episode, the focus is on the teachings of Rabbi Elimelech, particularly his work Tzetil and Customs. The discussion explores the differences between ...
5 Jan 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Saul/Paul of Tarsus: Nice Jewish Boy?
5 Jan 2023
The podcast discusses the transformation of the nice Jewish boy Saul/Paul of Tarsus into a Christian apostle, a figure crucial in the development of Christia...
5 Jan 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Holy Fire: Voices of the Warsaw Ghetto
29 Dec 2022
The podcast "Holy Fire: Voices of the Warsaw Ghetto" explores the discovery of the Oneg Shabbos archives in the Warsaw Ghetto, which contained documents meti...
29 Dec 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#120 R' Elimelech’s Teachings & his Galus
29 Dec 2022
The episode delves into R' Elimelech's association with Lizhensk and the emergence of the Galitziner identity. It explores how Chassidus redefines the role o...
29 Dec 2022
Tel Aviv Review
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Fair Play?
27 Dec 2022
Dr. Omer Einav, a historian at Hadassah Academic College, explores the interactions between Jews and Arabs in Mandatory Palestine through the lens of footbal...
27 Dec 2022
Call Me Back
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Geopolitical threats as we enter ‘23 - with Senator Tom Cotton
26 Dec 2022
In this episode, U.S. Senator Tom Cotton discusses his foreign policy views and critiques past and current U.S. administrations while highlighting national s...
26 Dec 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#119 - Chanukah & the Challenge of Commitment
22 Dec 2022
This episode discusses the challenges faced during the Chanukah story between the Greeks and Jews, exploring the unique aspects of this conflict compared to ...
22 Dec 2022
Jewish History Nerds
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Hebrew Hammer: The True Story of Hanukkah
22 Dec 2022
In this episode of Hebrew Hammer, Yael and Schwab delve into the complexities of Hanukkah, challenging traditional perceptions of the holiday by exploring wh...
22 Dec 2022
Tel Aviv Review
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Has Liberalism Run Its Course?
19 Dec 2022
Yoram Hazony, President of the Herzl Institute and Chairman of the Edmund Burke Foundation, challenges the relationship between conservatism and liberalism i...
19 Dec 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#118 - Understanding Hisnagdus & R' Elimelech’s Exile
15 Dec 2022
This episode discusses the validation of new ideas in Torah, different forms of opposition to Chassidus, and the historical perception of Chassidus as Sabbat...
15 Dec 2022
Jewish History Nerds
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Of Ports, Popes, and Pocketbooks
15 Dec 2022
This podcast episode delves into the lesser-known stories of two powerful Jewish women in history, Dona Gracia Mendes and Benvenida Abrabanel, who emerged du...
15 Dec 2022
Unorthodox
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Bright Lights: Ep. 342
15 Dec 2022
This episode of Unorthodox celebrates Hanukkah with eight stories that shed light on the Jewish world. The podcast features interviews with 102-year-old form...
15 Dec 2022
Call Me Back
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Sleepwalking Through a Decisive Decade - with Bret Stephens
12 Dec 2022
In this episode, Bret Stephens discusses the critical geopolitical challenges the United States currently faces, highlighting the significance of addressing ...
12 Dec 2022
Forward
Why is there still a bust of this antisemite in Rockefeller Center?
8 Dec 2022
Despite Charles Lindbergh being remembered for his pioneering transatlantic flight, he was also an antisemite and Nazi sympathizer, as evidenced by his isola...
8 Dec 2022
Jewish History Nerds
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Khazaria...A Jewish Empire In Europe?
8 Dec 2022
In the podcast episode hosted by Jonathan Schwab and Yael Steiner, the focus is on the intriguing story of Khazaria, an 8th-century pagan kingdom that suppos...
8 Dec 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#117 - R Elimelech of Lizenshk - Youth & How He Became a Chassid
8 Dec 2022
The episode discusses the early life of Rabbi Elimelech of Lizenshk, exploring how a person from the Tiktin area became a prominent leader of Chassidism in G...
8 Dec 2022
Tablet
Bienvenidos al Infierno
2 Dec 2022
The text describes a journey through a slum in a capital city with vivid descriptions of the environment and encounters with various individuals, including a...
2 Dec 2022