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Paul Mendes-Flohr, a preeminent scholar of German-Jewish intellectual history and the foremost expert on Martin Buber, passed away on Shemini Atzeret in 2023...

Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, a survivor of the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, reflects on the profound challenges of remembrance amid ongoing grief. As his co...

This piece from Moment Magazine examines the concerning rise of strongman leadership in the United States, spurred by polling data from the Public Religion R...

The episode explores the complex impact of the death of Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader, on Israel's military and political landscape, questioning whether thi...

Sir Simon Schama provides a historical context to current events during a turbulent period marked by the Israel-Gaza war and the aftermath of the Hamas leade...

Sir Simon Schama joins Unholy to provide historical context to current Middle-Eastern conflicts, reflecting on the significance of the Hebrew anniversary of ...

Amidst ongoing conflicts involving Hamas and Iran, Sir Simon Schama explores the historical context of recent events, reflecting on the cyclical nature of Je...

Joshua Hoffman explores the narrative that casts Israelis as 'White colonialists,' humorously dissecting this stereotype by highlighting the diverse ancestri...

Jodi Picoult's latest novel, "By Any Other Name," presents a provocative twist on literary history by suggesting Emilia Bassano, a Marrano Jew and the first ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the Torah's perspective on war, focusing on military strategy and divine support throughout Jewish history. He draws paralle...

Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the seventh Rebbe of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, transformed the organization into a global outreach entity while intertwining...

The documentary "Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Round," explored in a discussion between filmmaker Ilana Trachtman and journalist Dan Freedman, chronicles the p...

Ilana Trachtman's new documentary, "Aint No Back to a Merry-Go-Round," explores a pivotal but little-known event in the Civil Rights Movement, where Black co...

The episode delves into the complex relationship between Zionism and the Reform Jewish movement, with Rabbi Ammi Hirsch emphasizing that embracing Zionism is...

The video features an edited class discussion that delves into the historical context of "Orhot Tsadikim," a seminal work of Jewish ethical literature from t...

Yehuda Bauer, a renowned historian who deeply influenced Holocaust scholarship, passed away at 98. Known for his groundbreaking studies and analyses over six...

Kevin Baker's book, "The New York Game: Baseball and the Rise of a New City," delves into the intertwined history of New York City's rise and the evolution o...

The Jewish Territorialist Movement, championed by figures such as Mordecai Manuel Noah and Israel Zangwill, explored the establishment of alternative homelan...

Peter Beinart discusses Israel's longstanding practice of assassinating Palestinian leaders, questioning the efficacy and ethical implications of these actio...

Nikki Schreiber, creator of the "Humans of Judaism" Instagram page, expands her digital storytelling into a new book filled with Jewish narratives from vario...

Dr. Nimrod Lin explores the complex demographic strategies and challenges faced by Zionists in British Mandate Palestine, highlighting how these shaped Israe...

Israel's tactical operations have significantly weakened Hezbollah's leadership, including the death of Hassan Nasrallah, presenting a pivotal moment in the ...

Mideast analyst Seth Frantzman compares Yahya Sinwar, a former Hamas leader, to a mafia boss due to his leadership style and criminal undertakings. Unlike tr...

The essay explores the historical and cultural significance of the keffiyeh, often seen as a symbol of Palestinian resistance associated with Yasser Arafat, ...

Jens Heycke, a scholar of Islamic history, describes how his understanding of Islam's oscillating relationship with Jews influenced his strong Zionist stance...

Pigs have historically been a significant symbol in defining Jewish identity, as explored in Jordan D. Rosenblum's new book, "Forbidden: A 3000-year History ...

Eli Lake's article discusses the long-standing myth regarding Jewish intentions towards the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which is often used as justification for violence...

Dr. Aliza Lavie discusses her book 'Iconic Jewish Women,' highlighting the untold stories of 59 influential Jewish women throughout history, while emphasizin...

Amos Harel and Neri Zilber provide a detailed analysis of Israel's multi-front conflict, focusing on the ongoing ground offensive in southern Lebanon against...

Lore Segal, who passed away at 96, was a celebrated Austrian-Jewish novelist who transformed her life's trials into captivating fiction. As a secular Jewish ...

Saul Friedländer, a distinguished Holocaust survivor and scholar, presents a critical examination of the current state of Israel in his new work, "Diary of a...

The article draws a parallel between the Hebron massacre of 1929 and the recent events of October 7th, 2023, where a Hamas attack at the Nova Music Festival ...

The article draws parallels between Winston Churchill's leadership during World War II and Israel's current struggle against terrorism. It highlights the his...

Amidst ongoing conflict in Lebanon, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi debate Israel's definition of military victory and its broader strategic objective...

The Forverts is hosting a Zoom event exploring whether the Rabbis engaged in opposition against Enlightenment thinkers. This period, known for its emphasis o...

The question of Christopher Columbus's Jewish ancestry has been a topic of scholarly discussion, recently invigorated by new DNA research findings. This upda...

Dr. Mark Podwal, a renowned dermatologist and Jewish artist, completed his final major work—a captivating mosaic floor featuring the Jewish zodiac—at the his...

Heinz Berggruen, a renowned German-Jewish art dealer and collector, fled Nazi Germany in 1936 but eventually reconciled with his birthplace by gifting it a w...

In a thought-provoking exploration, Saul Goldman argues that the Jewish-Arab conflict is deeply rooted in questions of land ownership and natural rights. He ...

In the face of recent and historical tragedy, this personal reflection contemplates the challenging emotions surrounding the celebration of Simchat Torah, pa...

Seth Frantzman, a Middle East analyst, characterizes the October 7 Massacre as the catalyst for a wider conflict in the region. In his discussion with Eylon ...

Rabbi Wittenstein delves into how the Vilna Gaon and his son, Reb Avram Vilner, viewed the relationship between Torah and secular knowledge, particularly sci...

Recent DNA evidence from a Spanish documentary suggests Christopher Columbus may have Sephardic Jewish ancestry, reviving debates about this controversial hi...

The discussion reflects on the political strategies of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, exploring issues around U.S. elections, and touches briefly on the pos...

In this discussion, Seth Frantzman, a prominent Middle East analyst and author of "The October 7 War," argues that the events which began on October 7 have l...

Spanish researchers have potentially uncovered new evidence suggesting that Christopher Columbus had Jewish ancestry, based on DNA analysis from remains beli...

Orna Mizrahi, a senior researcher, discusses the evolving Israeli military strategy against Hezbollah following attacks initiated on October 8, 2023, suggest...

Exploring the enduring impact of the Dreyfus Affair, this episode connects the historical event to modern antisemitism in France and beyond. The discussion h...

Emile Zola, a prominent French writer, played a pivotal role in the Dreyfus Affair, courageously accusing the French military of a cover-up despite the perso...

The episode delves into the harsh conditions faced by Alfred Dreyfus during his imprisonment on Devil's Island and the determined efforts of his family to pr...