Bonjour Chai
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You can’t spell "messianism" without "mess"
3 Feb 2023
The Chabad movement stands out as a prominent presence in Canadian cities with their numerous Chabad houses, menorahs, and outreach activities, even attracti...
3 Feb 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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A spiritual conversation with the young Hollywood horror movie writer who used to watch Jewish bodies before they were buried in Toronto
2 Feb 2023
Hanina Hoffman, a young Hollywood horror movie writer, initially hesitated to take on a Jewish-themed project but was motivated by the opportunity to depict ...
2 Feb 2023
Forward
This Orthodox New Yorker feeds more cats than you
1 Feb 2023
Gregory Kaplun, an Orthodox Jewish man in Brooklyn, is a dedicated cat rescuer caring for feral cat colonies in his Midwood neighborhood and beyond. Partneri...
1 Feb 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Toronto’s Reena agency turns 50 facing middle-aged challenges of caring for older residents with disabilities
1 Feb 2023
Reena, a prominent Jewish organization in Canada, was founded 50 years ago to provide support and housing for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to...
1 Feb 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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This Land Will Be Shared
30 Jan 2023
Shuli Dichter, a long-time advocate for a Jewish-Arab shared society in Israel, reflects on his political memoir, "Sharing the Promised Land: In Pursuit of E...
30 Jan 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Are the Trump-Skeptics Getting Serious?
27 Jan 2023
The text explores the complexities surrounding an arrest-related shooting involving a black suspect and black police officers, which has drawn the attention ...
27 Jan 2023
Forward
Half of America’s 25 most generous philanthropists are Jews. Few give much to Jewish causes.
25 Jan 2023
Nearly half of the top 25 philanthropic donors in America last year were Jewish, with their donations totaling $27 billion, despite economic challenges. Nota...
25 Jan 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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FBI-Yai-Yai
24 Jan 2023
Eli Lake discusses the indictment of the former head of the counterintelligence unit of the FBI in New York, exploring its implications for the FBI, the Just...
24 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Remembering the late Rabbi Bernard Baskin, 102, and other 'Honourable Menschen'
24 Jan 2023
The Jewish community in Canada recently mourned the loss of several prominent figures, including Rabbi Bernard Baskin and composer Leon Dubinsky. Many of the...
24 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Why is Israel's ambassador to Canada quitting his job?
23 Jan 2023
Israel's ambassador to Canada, Ronen Hoffman, announced his resignation on Twitter after just a year in office, sparking speculation about the reasons behind...
23 Jan 2023
For Heaven's Sake
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Between Civil Disobedience and Civil War
20 Jan 2023
The text discusses the potential consequences of opposing Netanyahu's plans to weaken the independence of the judiciary in Israel, raising concerns about a p...
20 Jan 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Bargain Basement Antisemitism
19 Jan 2023
In a recent episode of The CJN's podcast, "Bonjour Chai," hosts Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy delve into the topic of antisemitism's increasing prevalen...
19 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'Early bird' dinners and bathing caps: Miami Beach's previous generation of Jewish snowbirds remembered
17 Jan 2023
Photographer Naomi Harris pays tribute to the bygone era of Miami Beach's affordable winter destination for low-income Jewish snowbirds in her new book "Hadd...
17 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
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Montreal kosher meat store J&R abruptly closed after 70 years. The reasons why were complicated
12 Jan 2023
After 70 years in operation, Montreal's J&R Kosher Meat and Deli abruptly closed, shocking the Jewish community. The owner, Sidney Nemes, cited three main re...
12 Jan 2023
Unorthodox
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Hitting the Road: Ep. 344
12 Jan 2023
This episode of Unorthodox features a Yiddish singing sensation Mendel Goldman, followed by the debut of their new series "Across the JEW.S.A." where Liel vi...
12 Jan 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Good Luck, Kevin McCarthy
9 Jan 2023
The podcast discusses the uncertain future facing Kevin McCarthy and the House Republicans following McCarthy's difficult 15th-ballot election as House Speak...
9 Jan 2023
Call Me Back
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Speaker McCarthy - with Matthew Continetti
9 Jan 2023
House Republicans faced difficulty in selecting a new Speaker as a group of rebels resisted falling in line with traditional leadership, including the House ...
9 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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10 ideas to save a broken Canada—from the Jewish policy expert who says 2023 will be ‘brutish and nasty’
9 Jan 2023
Irvin Studin, a policy expert and academic, warns of a bleak future for Canada post-pandemic in his book "Canada Must Think for Itself: 10 Theses for Our Cou...
9 Jan 2023
Forward
Two Black scholars debunk myths about Hebrew Israelites + Santos stars as 'Fibber on the Roof'
5 Jan 2023
The discussion in The Forward's morning briefing sheds light on the complexities within the Hebrew Israelites community through the voices of scholars Bruce ...
5 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN: Where we’ve been and where we’re heading next—and how you can help in 2023
25 Dec 2022
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit and the Canadian Jewish News paused its print edition due to lack of advertising, editor-in-chief Yoni Goldstein spearheaded e...
25 Dec 2022
Forward
Kwanzakkah: A way to celebrate dual heritage, and combat hate
23 Dec 2022
The concept of 'Kwanzakkah,' a blend of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa celebrations, seeks to honor dual heritage for those who are both Black and Jewish, while also s...
23 Dec 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Zelensky Comes to Town
21 Dec 2022
The podcast discusses the political dynamics surrounding Ukrainian President Zelensky's brief visit to Washington to meet with President Biden and address Co...
21 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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On Bowen Island, a community rallies against Holocaust denial—behind a giant driftwood menorah
21 Dec 2022
In response to an unsettling encounter with a Holocaust denier, the Jewish community on Bowen Island, BC, decided to increase their visibility by creating a ...
21 Dec 2022
Forward
Phoenix Suns' new owner played for his hometown Maccabi team
20 Dec 2022
Mat Ishbia, a mortgage-lending entrepreneur, who played basketball for his hometown Maccabi team, has purchased the Phoenix Suns for $4 billion, including th...
20 Dec 2022
Forward
In Ukraine, Hanukkah candles are a lifeline in the midst of power outages
15 Dec 2022
In the midst of ongoing power outages due to Russian attacks, Hanukkah candles have become a crucial resource for the Jewish community in Chernivtsi, Ukraine...
15 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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After losing her job, Phyllis Taylor went behind bars—and became The Prison Lady
15 Dec 2022
After losing her job at a law firm in Toronto, Phyllis Taylor found new purpose by teaching life skills to Canadian prisoners, including drug dealers and rap...
15 Dec 2022
Forward
Hebrew Israelites: Facts, myths and reflections
14 Dec 2022
Hebrew Israelite groups, often in the spotlight due to figures like Kanye West and Kyrie Irving, face misconceptions and scrutiny. Scholars Bruce Haynes and ...
14 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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From architects to Olympians: A winter roundup of the recently deceased
13 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily's Honourable Menschen segment pays tribute to notable Jewish Canadians who have recently passed away. In this edition, the focus is on Cynthia ...
13 Dec 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Never a Dull Day
9 Dec 2022
Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona's decision to become an independent has disrupted Joe Biden's Democratic agenda, sparking debate about its significance. While some...
9 Dec 2022
Jewish Insider
The Pennsylvania Democrat hoping to succeed Summer Lee in the Statehouse
8 Dec 2022
Bhavini Patel, a Democratic councilwoman from Edgewood, Pennsylvania, is running for the state legislature to succeed outgoing state Rep. Summer Lee, emphasi...
8 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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'We cannot fix this alone': How a Vancouver rabbi assembled a team of diverse leaders to tackle racism
7 Dec 2022
Rabbi Philip Bregman of Vancouver formed a diverse group of seven leaders from various racialized communities following a spike in antisemitism post-conflict...
7 Dec 2022
Forward
New York City mayor calls on Black and Jewish groups to build on their historic alliances
4 Dec 2022
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is urging social media companies to address the rise of hate and antisemitism on their platforms, emphasizing the need for str...
4 Dec 2022
Sources
Communal Rebuilding after Sexual Abuse: Beyond the Limits of Teshuvah
2 Dec 2022
The article explores the complex process of rebuilding Jewish communities after instances of sexual abuse and harassment are revealed. It features insights f...
2 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
Unorthodox
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Tough Talkers: Ep. 340
1 Dec 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, MSNBC anchor Katy Tur discusses her memoir "Rough Draft," sharing insights on covering the Trump campaign, her Jewish identity...
1 Dec 2022
Forward
Meet the 2 Jews of Guyana, a South American nation with a tradition of religious tolerance
28 Nov 2022
Guyana, a South American nation known for religious tolerance, is currently home to at least two Jews, Raphael Ades and Andrea de Caires, both of whom provid...
28 Nov 2022
Forward
What I'm grateful for this Thanksgiving, from A to Z
25 Nov 2022
Jodi Rudoren, editor-in-chief of the Forward, shares her gratitude list in an alphabetical manner for Thanksgiving, drawing inspiration from A.J. Jacobs' met...
25 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Bonus: A Conversation with Tablet’s Editor in Chief Alana Newhouse
25 Nov 2022
In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Tablet's editor-in-chief, Alana Newhouse, discusses her recent piece which proposes a new perspective on the societal di...
25 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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A century of welcoming Jewish immigrants: JIAS marks its 100th anniversary
24 Nov 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Jewish Immigrant Aid Services (JIAS), highlighting its pivotal role in assisting Jewi...
24 Nov 2022
Tablet
Life in the Metaverse
23 Nov 2022
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is betting big on the Metaverse, with its Meta Quest Pro aiming to lead the virtual reality race. Mark Zuckerberg views the...
23 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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How Sean Shapiro became known as the TikTok Traffic Cop—and went viral with video tips to avoid getting tickets
22 Nov 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily delves into the story of Constable Sean Shapiro, a Toronto police officer who has gained significant popularity by running a Ti...
22 Nov 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Will Trump Be Indicted?
21 Nov 2022
The podcast discusses recent events involving Donald Trump, including the appointment of a special prosecutor and criticism from other Republican politicians...
21 Nov 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Family Feud
18 Nov 2022
Following Benjamin Netanyahu's return in Israel's elections, concerns have arisen over a likely far-right coalition placing controversial figures Bezalel Smo...
18 Nov 2022
Unorthodox
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Building Bridges: Ep. 338
17 Nov 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, actor Eric Ladin shares insights from his Jewish upbringing, and interfaith leader Eboo Patel discusses the intricacies of int...
17 Nov 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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An Update on Ukraine and Iran
16 Nov 2022
Frederick Kagan, an expert from the Critical Threats Project, discusses the remarkable successes of Ukraine against the Russian military and the implications...
16 Nov 2022
Tablet
Bubby and Birnbaum
16 Nov 2022
The article recounts a gravestone rededication ceremony for Dr. Philip Birnbaum, the author of the highly regarded Siddur Ha-Shalem, held by a Jewish communi...
16 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Anita Neville, Canada’s only Jewish lieutenant governor, won't forget her community—or those she represents
15 Nov 2022
Anita Neville discusses her unexpected appointment as Manitoba's first Jewish lieutenant governor and her hopes to leave a meaningful impact on her community...
15 Nov 2022
Forward
Lawsuit accuses Mort Klein of sexist, racist behavior as head of ZOA
14 Nov 2022
Morton Klein, president of the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA), faces a lawsuit from former deputy John Rosen, accusing him of fostering a toxic workpl...
14 Nov 2022
Tablet
The Jewish Flavor of the Pacific Northwest
14 Nov 2022
The Jewish community in the Pacific Northwest embraces a culinary heritage deeply rooted in the local, fresh bounty of the region. From hot smoked salmon to ...
14 Nov 2022