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The podcast explores the implications of a New York Times/Siena poll showing Kamala Harris' momentum stalling against Donald Trump in the upcoming election. ...

Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel's special envoy for antisemitism, urges Canadian leadership to bolster support for Jewish students facing hostility on university...

Rabbi Mendel Azimov, the Chabad emissary in France, delivers an inspiring message about the role and mission of shluchim (emissaries) within the global Jewis...

Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Weinreb recounts a pivotal moment in his youth when, as a budding psychologist in Silver Spring, Maryland, he encountered a personal crisis...

The Jim Joseph Foundation, in collaboration with Gather Consulting and Conscious Builders, has developed an initiative, tentatively named Chavurot: Expanding...

Jenni Asher, from California, is set to become the first black woman in the USA to be ordained as a cantor. Her unique journey into Judaism began with her up...

The article reflects on the implications of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, arguing for a renewed approach to American Judaism and Zionism. American J...

In the latest episode of Parshah Rabbit Hole, the focus centers on Parshat Shoftim from the Torah, which delves into the establishment of justice through the...

In this article, Abby Crawford, a non-Jewish leader at the Jewish nonprofit organization Leading Edge, reflects on the Jewish concept of cheshbon hanefesh, o...

Ephraim Diamond, a legal expert in debt restructuring and bankruptcy, discusses the challenges facing landlords in New York City, particularly those with mul...

The episode reflects on the tragedy of six murdered hostages and the Israeli society's reaction, highlighting the deep sense of communal mourning and disillu...

The hosts express grief and anger following the discovery of six murdered Israeli hostages, discussing the moral and strategic dilemmas Israel faces between ...

Rabbi YY Jacobson, a renowned speaker and Jewish scholar, shares his insights and personal tips on effective public speaking. This presentation delves into t...

Rabbi Michael Lerner, who passed away at 81, was a pivotal figure in merging spirituality with social justice, largely through his influential magazine, Tikk...

In this emergency episode of The Commentary Magazine Podcast, the panel dissects Kamala Harris's recent interview performance where she attempted to articula...

Yoni Wieder, at 28, recently became Ireland's Chief Rabbi, taking leadership at a time of tension for the small Jewish community. With Ireland's critical sta...

As rabbis prepare High Holiday sermons amid the Israel-Hamas war and upcoming U.S. presidential election, they navigate the challenge of rapidly evolving cur...

The episode discusses the re-indictment of Donald Trump regarding the January 6 insurrection, focusing on the legal nuances of the charges brought by special...

Yoely Neuman, the founder of the overseas staffing company Hiring 4 Less, has revolutionized his business by hiring remote employees without ever meeting the...

In this engaging episode of the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" podcast, Rabbi YY Jacobson shares candid insights into his life journey as a prominen...

Karen Kolodny emphasizes the need for synagogues to rethink their real estate investments as a way to secure financial sustainability. Many US synagogues bui...

The 2024 Hadassah National Conference took place in Las Vegas, where over 400 leaders, members, donors, and staff gathered to address significant challenges ...

The CJN Daily's episode features an in-depth discussion with JNF Canada CEO Lance Davis about the revocation of the charity's status by Canada's Revenue Agen...

In 1974, Rabbi Moshe Yitzchak Hecht, a dedicated Chabad rabbi in New Haven, Connecticut, reached out to the Lubavitcher Rebbe after dedicating 33 years to co...

Rachelle Fraenkel reflects on the complex reality of Israeli society post-October 7, emphasizing the interplay between religious values, Jewish unity, and th...

Phil Weiser, Colorado's Jewish attorney general, speaks about his Jewish identity and its influence on his public service. Elected in 2018 alongside Governor...

This narrative explores the inner world and experiences of a rabbi as he navigates the complexities of faith, personal longing, and community leadership. It ...

Recent studies and surveys conducted by the Collaborative for Applied Studies in Jewish Education (CASJE) and Gratz College reveal that fewer Jewish nonprofi...

Rabbi Victor Gross in Boulder, CO, is fostering unity by reimagining traditional religious structures and embracing "deep ecumenism," a term denoting a highe...

The first night of the Democratic National Convention featured passionate speeches, some controversy, and reflections on Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. Opinion...

The Jewish Federations of North America's Changemakers program highlights the shift in work preferences among Gen Z towards virtual interactions even as the ...

In a time of crisis for the Jewish nonprofit sector marked by challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, global antisemitism, and political divisions, the import...

The analysis of Trump's campaign crisis reveals a significant shift in momentum with Harris's rise, attributed in part to the missteps like the J.D. Vance pi...

In a podcast episode titled "The Trump-Harris Socialism Problem," the hosts discuss Donald Trump's press conference, Kamala Harris's economic proposals, nego...

The author reflects on a lecture by R. Neugroschel advocating against charedim serving in the army, highlighting Neugroschel's emphasis on blind trust in the...

In a discussion about creating an issue of COMMENTARY magazine, John and Abe detail the process from commissioning articles to editing, production, and the e...

A group of 99 Jewish clergy from the United States, representing various denominations, including Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, and others, called upon Isr...

The text discusses various topics related to Jewish life and perspectives. It highlights the challenges faced by a newly married couple in the serial "Pictur...

Yair Lapid, former Prime Minister and Opposition Leader in the Knesset, engaged in a conversation with Donniel Hartman amidst a war with Hamas, hostages in G...

Mendel Erlenwein is the founder of Previva Health Group, which aids doctors in proactive preventative care coordination using AI technology. The company has ...

Jews around the world are reflecting on the historical significance of Tisha B'Av, a fast day commemorating the destruction of the Jewish temples in Jerusale...

The article discusses the concept of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) as the new normal in today's world, emphasizing the rapid pace...

Ron DeSantis, the energetic executive, aims to replicate his Florida blueprint nationally, using his failed presidential campaign memoir as a model. Despite ...

In a world where antisemitism is on the rise, it is crucial for Jews to embrace and express their Jewish identity with pride and confidence. Drawing on histo...

Sharon Chodirker and Chaim Bell, a tourist couple from Toronto, narrowly escaped the devastating Jasper forest fires, finding refuge with the Jewish communit...

Ronit Heyd emphasizes the essential intertwining of Israel's democratic and Jewish identities, arguing that weakening democratic principles would diminish Is...

Ross Kagan Marks, a film director and educator, reflects on his experiences with failure and resilience, emphasizing the importance of learning from setbacks...

The practice of assassinating key leaders of terror organizations, as recently seen in Israel's targeting of Hamas and Hezbollah figures, is acknowledged not...

In Tom Lamont's novel "Going Home," the theme of duty and obligation is central as the protagonist, To Erskine, is drawn back to his family home to care for ...

The text explores the erosion of trust in American institutions, particularly government, due to a crisis of elite legitimacy. It discusses how leaders justi...