The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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80 years after his death, a Canadian war hero's art finally finds an audience
19 Jul 2022
Nick Yudell, a Canadian Jewish war hero and gifted photographer, left behind a treasure trove of hundreds of film negatives depicting everyday life in Manito...
19 Jul 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Putting the 'Oy' in Cowboy
14 Jul 2022
The Calgary Stampede is highlighted as more than just a cowboy festival, emphasizing its role in bringing Albertans together for various activities. In a Bon...
14 Jul 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#97 - Spinoza’s Great Mistake
14 Jul 2022
The episode discusses Spinoza's error in criticizing Tanach for not aligning with Euclidean style logic, asserting that most of Tanach and Chazal's interpret...
14 Jul 2022
Call Me Back
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Nine Point One - with Mohamed El-Erian
14 Jul 2022
In this episode, Mohamed El-Erian discusses the complex dynamics of current inflation and the economic landscape, emphasizing the Federal Reserve's missteps ...
14 Jul 2022
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The Liberation of the Arabs From the Global Left
11 Jul 2022
This article delves into the post-World War I transformation in Arab societies as modern politics and communication technologies emerged, leading to a shift ...
11 Jul 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Ouster of Boris Johnson
7 Jul 2022
Renowned historian and political analyst Andrew Roberts discusses Boris Johnson's resignation as the Prime Minister of Great Britain, highlighting the reason...
7 Jul 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#96 - Response to Heresy - Spinoza’s Tanach Problem
7 Jul 2022
In this episode, the discussion revolves around how to respond to heresy, exploring traditional approaches to this issue. The question of appropriate respons...
7 Jul 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'A better Canada because of him': Tributes pour in at the funeral for renowned historian Irving Abella
6 Jul 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily highlights the achievements and personal life of the late historian Irving Abella, known for his impactful work on Canadian imm...
6 Jul 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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A Tragic Fourth of July
5 Jul 2022
Matthew Continetti joined a podcast on the publication day of Noah Rothman's book "The Rise of the New Puritans" to discuss the book, the tragic massacre at ...
5 Jul 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Allegations Left Unanswered
29 Jun 2022
Cassidy Hutchinson's recent testimony before the January 6 committee revealed new details about Donald Trump's behavior during the riots. Some of her claims ...
29 Jun 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN Daily Dead Beat, Part Deux
27 Jun 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily honors influential Canadian Jews who have passed recently, highlighting their impactful lives with stories and contributions to...
27 Jun 2022
Call Me Back
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The Coming Political Crack-Up — with Mike Murphy
24 Jun 2022
In this episode of 'Call Me Back,' political strategist Mike Murphy offers insights into both historical and current American political dynamics, focusing he...
24 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Second Amendment Is Not a Second-Class Amendment
23 Jun 2022
The text discusses a podcast focusing on a recent historic Supreme Court decision regarding guns and how it could impact the American political system. It al...
23 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Will the Gun Deal Go Through? Will the Jan. 6 Hearings Break Through?
22 Jun 2022
The podcast discusses two main topics: the possibility of a gun legislation deal in the Senate that has bipartisan support, and the revelations from the hear...
22 Jun 2022
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A giant of acting forever changed by the German occupation of his homeland
18 Jun 2022
Jean-Louis Trintignant, the celebrated French actor who passed away at 91, left a complex legacy interwoven with the experiences of Jewish colleagues and Fra...
18 Jun 2022
Call Me Back
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Saudi Arabia, Biden & The Nobel Peace Prize – with Amb. Ron Dermer
17 Jun 2022
The episode features a discussion with former Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer on U.S.-Saudi relations amid President Biden's Middle East trip and its implicati...
17 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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We're Just Wild About Harry
16 Jun 2022
CNN data expert Harry Enten discusses polls, numbers, and the historical context of midterms and political parties in a podcast. His expertise sheds light on...
16 Jun 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#93 - Spinoza in Rijnsburg & Voorburg
16 Jun 2022
This episode discusses Spinoza's life in Rijnsburg and his move to Voorburg, highlighting his relationship with DeVries and his colleagues' reactions to his ...
16 Jun 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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How Jews brought the movies to Val-d'Or, Que.—and how the city is celebrating them today
15 Jun 2022
The episode explores the Kaplan family's significant contribution to the cultural fabric of Val-d'Or, Quebec, highlighting their establishment of the Capitol...
15 Jun 2022
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Juneteenth story is marred by myth that Blacks didn’t know they were free
13 Jun 2022
The article by Robin Washington, published by the Forward, challenges the widely-held myth surrounding Juneteenth, which is often believed to mark the day th...
13 Jun 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'I don’t know if justice will ever be served for him': Survivor speaks out against 79-year-old rabbi accused of sex crimes
13 Jun 2022
This episode addresses the arrest of Rabbi Shlomo Leib Mund on charges of sexual assault, casting a light on the historical handling of sex crime accusations...
13 Jun 2022
Call Me Back
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100 Days: The Tide Turns Towards Putin
11 Jun 2022
This episode analyzes the first 100 days of Russia's war against Ukraine, highlighting the shift in dynamics as Russia adopts more familiar military tactics,...
11 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Heated Rhetoric and High Expectations
9 Jun 2022
The January 6 Committee is holding a primetime hearing to present evidence of conspiracy, raising expectations for the proceedings. The discussion also touch...
9 Jun 2022
Forward
A new book explains Pope Pius XII's silence during the Shoah — but does not excuse it
7 Jun 2022
David Kertzer's book, "The Pope at War," sheds light on Pope Pius XII's silence regarding the Nazi atrocities during World War II. Utilizing newly opened Vat...
7 Jun 2022
Jewish Insider
The evolution of Blake Masters
7 Jun 2022
This article explores the ideological evolution of Blake Masters, a Republican Senate candidate in Arizona. Initially holding libertarian views during his co...
7 Jun 2022
Israel Policy Pod
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On the Ground in Jenin, Jerusalem, and Beyond
3 Jun 2022
This episode explores recent turmoil in Israel and Palestine, focusing on the city of Jenin, the death of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, and the volatile Jeru...
3 Jun 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#91 - Roe vs Wade - A Torah Perspective
2 Jun 2022
This episode explores the perspective of Torah on abortion and its relevance to the ongoing American debate on the topic, including questioning if the Torah ...
2 Jun 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Israel just airlifted in 180 Ethiopian Jews. Meet the Canadians who helped make it happen
2 Jun 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily discusses the recent airlift of 180 Ethiopian Jews to Israel as part of Operation Tzur Israel and highlights the involvement of...
2 Jun 2022
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10 Jewish things you probably didn't know about Superman
1 Jun 2022
Superman, the iconic superhero created by Jewish teenagers Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, embodies numerous elements from Jewish tradition and culture. While ...
1 Jun 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Decades after expulsion from Arab lands, Sephardi survivors' stories are being preserved
31 May 2022
The episode discusses the release of "Sephardi Voices," a book that documents the oral histories of Sephardic Jews who were expelled from Arab countries foll...
31 May 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#90 - The Challenge of Focus
26 May 2022
This episode explores the challenge of focus in contemporary society, noting the lack of discussion on ultimate human accomplishment. It delves into factors ...
26 May 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Mixed-Bag Primary
18 May 2022
In a recent podcast episode, the focus was on analyzing the intricate outcomes of the primary elections held the night before across the country. The discuss...
18 May 2022
Tel Aviv Review
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The Holocaust on the Outskirts
16 May 2022
Professor Jan Grabowski from the University of Ottawa co-edited a new book called "Night Without End: The Fate of Jews in German-Occupied Poland" with Barbar...
16 May 2022
Call Me Back
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What Does Putin Want Now? - with Fred Kagan
13 May 2022
This episode explores the evolving objectives of Russia, Ukraine, and the West amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with insights from military analyst Fr...
13 May 2022
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My First Bible
12 May 2022
A Jewish family recounts their journey from the Soviet Union to the United States in the late 1970s, navigating geopolitical challenges and personal struggle...
12 May 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Recognize these faces? A Dutch research team is asking Canadians to help identify its country's lost Jews
11 May 2022
This episode discusses a Dutch research project called "Behind the Star," which seeks to identify Jews in wartime photographs from the Netherlands and docume...
11 May 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#87 - Descartes and Spinoza
5 May 2022
This episode discusses the influence of Rene Descartes on modern philosophy and how his ideas paved the way for epochal changes in thought. It elaborates on ...
5 May 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Introducing The CJN Daily Dead Beat, telling real and rare stories of the recently deceased
4 May 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily introduces "The CJN Daily Dead Beat," a segment highlighting notable Jewish Canadians who have passed away, such as Boris Brott...
4 May 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Israel has a new museum dedicated to Allied Jewish soldiers—but not a lot of Canadians
3 May 2022
The episode discusses the new Chaim Herzog Museum of the Jewish Soldier in World War II, opening in Latrun, Israel, which aims to honor the 1.5 million Jewis...
3 May 2022
Call Me Back
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The Future of The Right - with Matthew Continetti
29 Apr 2022
Matthew Continetti discusses the evolution of American conservatism in the context of current and historic political events, including the Russia-Ukraine con...
29 Apr 2022
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Children of the Heart
28 Apr 2022
In "Children of the Heart," the exploration centers on how the renowned Israeli author, David Grossman, draws from literary predecessors, such as Hayim Nachm...
28 Apr 2022
Sources
A Parable of Pluralism
28 Apr 2022
In "A Parable of Pluralism," the article explores Olga Tokarczuk's novel "The Books of Jacob," which centers on the controversial figure Jacob Frank and his ...
28 Apr 2022
Sources
Contradiction and Its Discontents
28 Apr 2022
Zachary Truboff reviews Yehudah Mirsky's book "Towards the Mystical Experience of Modernity: The Making of Rav Kook, 1865-1904," which delves into the life a...
28 Apr 2022
Forward
Nazi collaborator monuments in Kosovo
28 Apr 2022
The article investigates monuments in Kosovo that honor figures linked to Nazi collaboration during World War II, particularly Xhafer Deva, an influential Ko...
28 Apr 2022
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Nazi collaborator monuments in Denmark
28 Apr 2022
Lev Golinkin investigates the controversial memorialization of Nazi collaborators in Denmark, focusing on the memorial for the Free Corps Denmark in Ans. The...
28 Apr 2022
Forward
Far-right marches in Europe echo Nazi past
28 Apr 2022
Lev Golinkin's article highlights a concerning trend of far-right marches and rallies across Europe that echo the torch-lit, fascist past reminiscent of Nazi...
28 Apr 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#86 - Lessons of the Holocaust
28 Apr 2022
This episode delves into the key lessons of the Holocaust, questioning why it is crucial to remember this tragedy and considering if its remembrance can prev...
28 Apr 2022
Forward
Still no NYC monument for the six million Jews killed in the Holocaust
27 Apr 2022
In the decades since the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising of 1943, New York City remains without a dedicated monument to the six million Jews murdered during the Holoc...
27 Apr 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Hidden for 1,000 days: How 8 members of this Canadian family survived the Holocaust
27 Apr 2022
The Veffer family's remarkable survival story during the Holocaust is being retold in a new children's book, shedding light on their extraordinary journey fr...
27 Apr 2022
Call Me Back
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Putin’s Newly Shattered Norms - With Richard Fontaine
23 Apr 2022
In this episode of Call Me Back, Richard Fontaine discusses how Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions have repeatedly defied Western expectations, leadi...
23 Apr 2022