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Dave Gass and the Anti-Semitism of English Soccer
23 Apr 2019
Soccer commentator Dave Gass discusses the anti-Semitism present in English soccer, particularly focusing on the fans of Tottenham Hotspur who are known as t...
23 Apr 2019
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Members Of Los Angeles Youth Hockey Team Suspended Over Hitler Salute
2 Apr 2019
A youth hockey team in Los Angeles faced backlash after a video surfaced showing a player making a Nazi salute and others making anti-Semitic remarks. As a r...
2 Apr 2019
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Class Struggle and the Dreamlife of Trump National
13 Feb 2019
The text discusses the author's experiences as a golf caddy at Trump National Golf Club Westchester, reflecting on class struggle, social hierarchies, and di...
13 Feb 2019
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When Jews Ruled the Fencing World
29 Jan 2019
Jewish athletes, particularly in fencing, have a rich history that dates back to before WWII. At the 1936 Berlin Olympics, three women with Jewish background...
29 Jan 2019
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Meyer and Sid
21 Nov 2018
In a tale of the American dream intertwined with crime, Sid Luckman emerges as a football legend in the 1940s, quarterbacking the Chicago Bears to multiple N...
21 Nov 2018
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The Great Jewish Tennis Hope
31 Aug 2018
Diego Schwartzman, a 26-year-old Jewish tennis player from Argentina, stands out despite his diminutive height of 5 feet 6 inches. Ranked 13th globally, Schw...
31 Aug 2018
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WhyWhyWhy! “Sweat”
17 Aug 2018
The episode of WhyWhyWhy! delves into stories on the theme of Sweat shared by various individuals, including Anna Levine, Ephraim Rinsky, Susan Warchaizer, L...
17 Aug 2018
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Judaism and the Art of Bicycle Riding
13 Aug 2018
In this reflective narrative, the author recounts a transformative experience mountain biking in Sedona with their rabbi and an insightful Native American gu...
13 Aug 2018
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The Best Barbecue Recipes for the Fourth of July
3 Jul 2018
In preparation for Independence Day, this article provides two barbecue recipes from Jewish sources for the Fourth of July celebration. The first recipe is a...
3 Jul 2018
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Is Israel to Blame for That Really Awful Day Yesterday in the World Cup?
2 Jul 2018
An Israeli individual, Yosef Dagan, played a crucial role in the introduction of penalty shootouts in soccer as a means to decide tied games, ultimately lead...
2 Jul 2018
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Food Poisoning, Kleptomania, and Dirty Politics: Israel’s Troubled History in the World Cup
14 Jun 2018
Israel's troubled history in the World Cup is a captivating tale of political intrigue and sporting challenges. From their early aspirations in 1934 to their...
14 Jun 2018
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Who to Root For in the World Cup, From Least to Most Anti-Semitic
13 Jun 2018
With the U.S. and Israeli teams out of the World Cup, the dilemma remains for Jewish fans regarding which team to support. As 32 countries compete, factors l...
13 Jun 2018
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Succumbing to Threats, Messi and Argentina Cancel Friendly Match Against Israel
6 Jun 2018
Lionel Messi and the Argentinian national soccer team decided to cancel a friendly match in Israel following threats from Palestinian terrorists led by Jibri...
6 Jun 2018
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Hockey Broadcasting Legend Stan Fischler Retires, Moves to the Golan Heights
25 May 2018
Renowned hockey broadcaster Stan Fischler, known as The Hockey Maven, is retiring at 86 after a long career covering the New York Islanders, Rangers, and New...
25 May 2018
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Play Ball
29 Mar 2018
Baseball has long held a significant place in the lives of American Jews, particularly men, as explored through the lens of American-Jewish newspapers' cover...
29 Mar 2018
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In Pro-Wrestling, the Jews Never Win
16 Mar 2018
The text discusses the lack of success and representation of Jewish wrestlers in the world of professional wrestling, particularly in the WWE. The author ref...
16 Mar 2018
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Former NBA Star Amar’e Stoudemire Launches Kosher Wines
22 Feb 2018
Former NBA All-Star Amare Stoudemire has launched a line of kosher-for-Passover Israeli wines in collaboration with the Israel Wine Producers Association. St...
22 Feb 2018
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How a New Book about Baseball Cards Helped Me Understand My Own Obsession with Jewish Players
22 Nov 2017
A Jewish author reflects on his childhood love for collecting baseball cards with a Catholic friend, initially indifferent to players' Jewish background but ...
22 Nov 2017
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Margaret Lambert’s Lost Olympic Story
13 Nov 2017
Margaret Lambert, also known as Greta Bergmann, was a talented Jewish high jumper in Germany whose Olympic dreams were dashed due to Nazi persecution in the ...
13 Nov 2017
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Spain Ends Israel’s World Cup Dreams
10 Oct 2017
Israel's national soccer team lost 1-0 to Spain, ending its 48-year dream of playing in the 2018 World Cup. The defeat marked the team's seventh straight hom...
10 Oct 2017
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Dodger Stadium, an Ancient Jewish Burial Ground
3 Oct 2017
Dodger Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers, holds a hidden history as it was built near the site of the first Jewish cemetery in Los Angeles. Establishe...
3 Oct 2017
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Sabermetrician Ari Kaplan Uses the Science of Balls and Strikes to Illuminate the Fate of Holocaust Rescuer Raoul Wallenberg
2 Oct 2017
Ari Kaplan, a respected Sabermetrician in Major League Baseball, is also deeply involved in researching the fate of Holocaust rescuer Raoul Wallenberg, a Swe...
2 Oct 2017
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How I Became a Man
28 Sep 2017
In 1984, the Chicago Cubs advanced to the National League Championship Series against the San Diego Padres, which carried personal significance for the autho...
28 Sep 2017
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Israeli MMA Fighter Noad Lahat, From the Octagon to Gaza and Back
31 Mar 2017
Noad Lahat, an Israeli MMA fighter, reflects on his Jewish identity, upbringing, and decision to balance his athletic career with defending Israel. Raised in...
31 Mar 2017
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WWE Entertainer Paul Heyman Says Kaddish for Goldberg: Watch
28 Mar 2017
WWE entertainer Paul Heyman, who is Jewish and has a personal connection to the Holocaust through his mother, recited a few lines of the Kaddish prayer to sy...
28 Mar 2017
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UCLA’s College Football Shidduch
3 Jan 2017
UCLA has appointed Jedd Fisch, an assistant coach from Michigan, as its new offensive coordinator, leading to excitement among Jewish college football fans a...
3 Jan 2017
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Goldberg Returns to the Ring After 12 Years Away From the WWE
21 Nov 2016
Goldberg, a wrestler who recently returned to the ring after 12 years, embodies Jewish pride and identity. Despite being known for his intense physicality, h...
21 Nov 2016
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Shaq Dances the Hora
15 Nov 2016
TMZ shared a video of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal dancing the hora at a Miami wedding, showcasing his good dance skills. Shaq, known for his dancing abilitie...
15 Nov 2016
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Ron Santo and the Jews
23 Oct 2016
In 1968, high school students at the Hebrew Theological College in Skokie, IL, encountered the Chicago Cubs' Ron Santo, a revered baseball player, near their...
23 Oct 2016
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When They Were Kings: Greenberg and Koufax Sit on Yom Kippur
11 Oct 2016
The article reflects on the pivotal decisions made by Jewish baseball legends Hank Greenberg and Sandy Koufax to sit out important games for Yom Kippur, high...
11 Oct 2016
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Jewish Pugs
26 Sep 2016
"Stars in the Ring" by Mike Silver explores the history of Jewish boxers in the United States during the sport's Golden Age, highlighting the significant pre...
26 Sep 2016
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Missing From Israel’s Baseball Team: Israelis
20 Sep 2016
The Israeli baseball team competing in the World Baseball Classic qualifiers consists mostly of American players who qualify under the heritage rule due to I...
20 Sep 2016
Unorthodox
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Schwartz Authority: Ep. 57
15 Sep 2016
In episode 57 of the Unorthodox podcast, Jewish football player Geoff Schwartz, part of the only set of Jewish brothers in the NFL since 1923, discusses his ...
15 Sep 2016
Unorthodox
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Schwartz Authority: Ep. 57
15 Sep 2016
This episode of Unorthodox features a conversation with former NFL player Geoff Schwartz about his experiences as one of the few Jewish players in the league...
15 Sep 2016
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Meet Nate Ebner, New England Patriot and Member of the U.S. Olympic Rugby Team
19 Jul 2016
Nate Ebner, a prominent New England Patriots player, has a remarkable journey from being raised in a Jewish household to excelling in rugby and transitioning...
19 Jul 2016
Unorthodox
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The Other Cheek: Ep. 49
14 Jul 2016
In episode 49 of Unorthodox, the discussion features a Jewish gymnast going to Rio, along with Jewish guest Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, a freelance journalist expl...
14 Jul 2016
Unorthodox
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Don't Hate The Player: Ep. 46
23 Jun 2016
In this episode of "Don't Hate The Player," the focus is on a Jewish sports author, Matthew Futterman, discussing the evolution of athletes' financial suppor...
23 Jun 2016
Unorthodox
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Don't Hate The Player: Ep. 46
23 Jun 2016
This episode of Unorthodox delves into unique and diverse topics, from the intersection of sports and finance with Matthew Futterman to the pursuit of Latin ...
23 Jun 2016
Unorthodox
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Cult Following: Ep. 43
2 Jun 2016
In this episode of Cult Following, the discussion ranges from Nazis to Taylor Swift and cats, with a focus on lesser-known Jewish figures in baseball feature...
2 Jun 2016
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As in Life, in Baseball We Sometimes Strike Out
4 Apr 2016
The article discusses the connection between Jewish baseball players and the concept of failure in both baseball and life. While recognizing the pride in Jew...
4 Apr 2016
Unorthodox
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Sporting Goods Ep. 35
31 Mar 2016
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from the introduction of a Jewish tartan for Scottish Jews to sports journalist ...
31 Mar 2016
Unorthodox
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Sporting Goods Ep. 35
31 Mar 2016
In episode 35 of the Unorthodox podcast, the discussion includes the creation of an official tartan for Scottish Jews and features L. Jon Wertheim, the execu...
31 Mar 2016
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‘Broad City’ Ballers
31 Mar 2016
In a recent episode of Broad City, Ilana is surprised to learn about the WNBA from NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, who praises the league and its players. The ep...
31 Mar 2016
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Identity Politics on the Court
26 Jan 2016
The firing of Israeli basketball legend David Blatt as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers sparked speculation about anti-Semitism, particularly in the Isr...
26 Jan 2016
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Koufax’s Yom Kippur Decision
22 Sep 2015
In 1965, Sandy Koufax made a notable decision to sit out of Game 1 of the World Series in observance of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religion. D...
22 Sep 2015
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Noah Kales Puts the Jew in Jiu-Jitsu
2 Sep 2015
Thirteen-year-old Noah Kales, a Jewish jiu-jitsu prodigy from Toronto, defies stereotypes with his impressive achievements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having won...
2 Sep 2015
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European Maccabi Games To Take Place at Olympiastadion in Berlin
24 Jul 2015
The European Maccabi Games, Europe's largest Jewish sports event, is set to take place at Berlin's Olympiastadion, where in 1936, Jewish athletes defied Nazi...
24 Jul 2015
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¡GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL!
6 Jul 2015
The U.S. women's national soccer team secured a triumphant win over Japan in the FIFA World Cup final, redeeming their loss from 2011 with a 5-2 victory. Car...
6 Jul 2015
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Palestinian Football Authority Withdraws Motion to Suspend Israel’s FIFA Membership
29 May 2015
The Palestinian Football Authority decided to withdraw its motion to suspend Israel's membership in FIFA during the organization's congress in Zurich. The de...
29 May 2015
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Israeli-Palestinian Politics Add Fuel to FIFA Fire
29 May 2015
Amidst a FIFA corruption scandal, the Palestinian Football Association has renewed efforts to suspend the Israel Football Association from FIFA due to allege...
29 May 2015