Israel: State of a Nation
Hamas knew it couldn’t win on the battlefield | Eylon Levy with Saul Sadka
14 Mar 2025
In an insightful discussion, Eylon Levy and Saul Sadka delve into Hamas's long-term strategy, focusing on its recognition that battlefield victories against ...
14 Mar 2025
Forward
After more than 500 days of war, these dancers have been literally and figuratively climbing the walls
14 Mar 2025
Batsheva Dance Company's latest performance, MOMO, choreographed by the esteemed Ohad Naharin, presents a complex narrative told through two seemingly distin...
14 Mar 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Ten Years of Podcasting
14 Mar 2025
On the tenth anniversary of the Commentary Podcast, Noah Rothman joins the panel to discuss current events such as Chuck Schumer's political maneuvers and th...
14 Mar 2025
JTA
Love Trump or hate him, all Jews should object to his appropriation of ‘Shalom’
14 Mar 2025
Sarah Bunin Benor critiques Donald Trump's misuse of the Hebrew word "shalom," traditionally a greeting meaning peace, to signal aggression or dominance in p...
14 Mar 2025
Forward
Voltaire knew what to say about would-be despots like Donald Trump
14 Mar 2025
The piece explores the parallels between historical figures like Voltaire and contemporary political dynamics in the United States, particularly in relation ...
14 Mar 2025
JTA
Hamas says it would release Edan Alexander and bodies of 4 dual-national hostages
14 Mar 2025
Hamas has announced its willingness to release the last living American hostage, Edan Alexander, held in Gaza, along with the bodies of four dual-national ho...
14 Mar 2025
Rationalist Judaism
Happy Purim?
14 Mar 2025
Natan Slifkin expresses his deepening concerns about global and domestic challenges faced by Israel, affecting his mood during the Purim celebrations. Addres...
14 Mar 2025
Future of Jewish
The Heartbreaking End of Jewish Gaza
14 Mar 2025
The article reflects on the emotional and contentious history surrounding Israel's 2005 unilateral withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, focusing on personal stori...
14 Mar 2025
Bonjour Chai
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Is Trump the New Achashverosh?
14 Mar 2025
This provocative episode of Bonjour Chai discusses the controversial arrest and potential deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist, and how ...
14 Mar 2025
Tablet
The ‘Realists’ Try and Fail—for Now—to Steal MAGA’s Skinsuit
14 Mar 2025
The appointment of Retired Lt. Col. Daniel Davis as Deputy Director for Mission Integration within Trump's administration was swiftly revoked due to concerns...
14 Mar 2025
Jewschool
Monarchy is Idolatry: The Revolution of Revelation and the Real Project Esther
13 Mar 2025
Aryeh Bernstein explores the political and theological implications of monarchy through the lens of Megillat Esther and the Torah portion Yitro. He argues th...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
Trump wants campuses to fight antisemitism. Here's how they should actually do it
13 Mar 2025
David N. Myers critiques the Trump administration's approach to handling antisemitism on college campuses, particularly in relation to punitive measures take...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
'Nobody can protect you,' Columbia dean warns foreign students after Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest
13 Mar 2025
The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University student, has sparked significant controversy and concern among internatio...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
Is Israel about to make peace with Lebanon?
13 Mar 2025
Negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are underway to resolve longstanding border disputes and potentially reach a peace agreement after decades of hostile...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
I'm a liberal Jew. Count me out of the Tesla boycott
13 Mar 2025
Rob Eshman confronts calls to boycott Tesla due to its CEO Elon Musk's political affiliations and controversial actions. Despite criticism from neighbors and...
13 Mar 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
The True Motivation Behind Hamas’ Attack | Eylon Levy with Author & Political Analyst Saul Sadka
13 Mar 2025
In a discussion featuring author and political analyst Saul Sadka, the motives behind Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7 are explored. Sadka proposes that...
13 Mar 2025
JTA
Is Israel about to make peace with Lebanon? Unprecedented overtures are underway.
13 Mar 2025
Negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the U.S. and France, are underway to resolve longstanding border disputes, aiming to pave the way for a ...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
The Jewish guide to New York City's mayoral election
13 Mar 2025
New York City's upcoming mayoral election presents a crowded field of candidates, including notable Jewish officials and allies, amid contentious debates inf...
13 Mar 2025
JTA
Breaking with recent consensus, Trump makes ‘anti-Semitism’ hyphenated again
13 Mar 2025
Following a general consensus to drop the hyphen in antisemitism, former President Donald Trump has reverted to the hyphenated form, anti-Semitism, in offici...
13 Mar 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Urging Charedim to Vote Mizrachi - Not Eretz HaKodesh
13 Mar 2025
The article discusses the push by the Agudah for Charedi Jews to vote for Eretz HaKodesh in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections, a party aligned w...
13 Mar 2025
The Beinart Notebook
James Schamus on the Crisis at Columbia
13 Mar 2025
James Schamus, a Columbia University professor and acclaimed screenwriter and producer, discusses the so-called free speech crisis at the university. The con...
13 Mar 2025
Promised Podcast
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The “Horror Vacui” Edition
13 Mar 2025
The Promised Podcast tackles the absence of an active Israeli diplomatic stance on the future of Gaza amid varied international proposals, including direct U...
13 Mar 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Green Carding of America
13 Mar 2025
This episode discusses the controversy surrounding Columbia University's Mahmoud Khalil, focusing on the complexities of immigration law and free speech issu...
13 Mar 2025
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Micah Goodman: What Israel can trust about Hamas
13 Mar 2025
Dr. Micah Goodman discusses the complexities facing Israel as it decides whether to negotiate with Hamas for hostage release or continue military efforts. He...
13 Mar 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
the Houthis targeted a US Embassy | Eylon Levy with Author and Political Analyst Saul Sadka
13 Mar 2025
The discussion featuring Eylon Levy and political analyst Saul Sadka delves into the proclaimed targeted attack by the Houthis on a US Embassy, which was lar...
13 Mar 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
Iran’s Proxy War Collapse | Why Israel is Stronger Than Ever
13 Mar 2025
Eylon Levy and Saul Sadka delve into the geopolitical implications of the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, which they argue exposed flaws in Iran's "ring...
13 Mar 2025
On the Nose
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The Jewish Institutional Reaction to Mahmoud Khalil's Abduction
13 Mar 2025
Arielle Angel, Mari Cohen, and Alex Kane analyze the Jewish political response to Mahmoud Khalil's detention by ICE due to his pro-Palestinian activism at Co...
13 Mar 2025
Forward
The Bible could become law in West Virginia, but what would that mean?
13 Mar 2025
Legislation introduced in West Virginia proposes elevating the Bible, including both the Old and New Testaments, as foundational legal documents, reflecting ...
13 Mar 2025
Future of Jewish
This Week’s Top 5 — Handpicked for You
13 Mar 2025
Future of Jewish, a publication dedicated to enriching understanding of Judaism and Israel, has made its content freely accessible since October 7th. Through...
13 Mar 2025
The Free Press
Syria’s New Rulers Tortured Me. Now They Are Targeting My Friends. Plus. . .
13 Mar 2025
As Syria experiences another wave of violence under the rule of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), concerns grow for the safety of religious minorities, particularl...
13 Mar 2025
The Free Press
WATCH: Andrew Schulz Has Advice for Dems, Jews, and Comics
13 Mar 2025
Comedian Andrew Schulz offers candid advice for Democrats, Jews, and fellow comics in a dialogue with Bari Weiss. Schulz, known for his edgy and sometimes co...
13 Mar 2025
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The Onion, but make it Jewish: Meet the Canadian brothers behind a new pro-Israel comedy news site
13 Mar 2025
Canadian brothers Eric and Ryan Turkienicz have created 'The Daily Brine,' a satirical news site offering comedic takes on the situation in Israel, tackling ...
13 Mar 2025
Jewish Insider
Pittsburgh’s mayor struggles politically amid lack of support from city’s Jewish community
13 Mar 2025
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is facing political challenges primarily due to a controversial statement he made regarding the anniversary of the Hamas attacks. ...
13 Mar 2025
Tablet
Free Speech Wobbles in the U.K.
13 Mar 2025
The article discusses the challenges to free speech in the United Kingdom, focusing on recent legal developments and high-profile cases that highlight increa...
13 Mar 2025
JTA
A Jewish guide to the 2025 NYC mayoral candidates
12 Mar 2025
The 2025 NYC mayoral election is pivotal for the Jewish community amid rising antisemitism and political divisions exacerbated by recent conflicts and nation...
12 Mar 2025
Future of Jewish
The Biggest Lie About Israel That Too Many People Believe
12 Mar 2025
Joshua Hoffman challenges the widespread slogan that suggests peace on Israel's so-called "stolen land" is impossible, arguing that it is based on a flawed u...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
How to navigate the Court of Trump? Esther’s pragmatism vs. Vashti’s principles
12 Mar 2025
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove explores the contrasting models of leadership embodied by Queen Vashti and Queen Esther from the Purim story. He applies these paradigm...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
Antisemitic and racist shock jock is back on the radio, 11 years after being fired for tirade
12 Mar 2025
Anthony Cumia, a controversial radio host known for his racist and antisemitic remarks, has returned to the airwaves with a new show on New York's WABC. Cumi...
12 Mar 2025
JTA
In meeting with Irish leader, Trump disparages Chuck Schumer as ‘not Jewish anymore’
12 Mar 2025
President Donald Trump has come under fire for comments made during a press event with Irish leader Michel Martin, where he disparagingly referred to Senator...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
Mahmoud Khalil's arrest is a shanda for democracy (and, yes, for Jews)
12 Mar 2025
Rob Eshman critiques the Trump administration's arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist and green card holder, highlighting the broader implicat...
12 Mar 2025
JTA
Mahmoud Khalil will remain in ICE detention as Trump administration makes case for deporting him
12 Mar 2025
The case of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and permanent U.S. resident arrested at Columbia University, has sparked heated debate regarding free spee...
12 Mar 2025
JTA
Columbia’s Jewish students, weary from 17 months in the spotlight, weigh in on Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest
12 Mar 2025
The arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil at Columbia University, ordered by former President Trump, has reignited debates within the Jewish communit...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
In a totally ludicrous hit Netflix show, the trope of the magic Mossad agent returns
12 Mar 2025
The Netflix series "Zero Day" brings back the trope of the enigmatic Mossad agent, represented by a character named Natan, in a political drama involving a c...
12 Mar 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
This is about right vs. wrong, not taking sides | Eylon Levy with Tal Heinrich
12 Mar 2025
In a discussion focused on distinguishing between ethical principles and polarized opinions, former Israeli Government Spokeswoman Tal Heinrich joins Eylon L...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
Trump says Chuck Schumer is ‘not Jewish anymore’
12 Mar 2025
Former President Donald Trump has intensified his verbal attacks on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, asserting that Schumer, historically recognized as ...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
Judge unseals case of Columbia activist detained by ICE, as legal fight intensifies
12 Mar 2025
The detention of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, has sparked widespread protests and legal challenges. Khalil, d...
12 Mar 2025
Forward
I grew up under a terrifying authoritarian regime. Mahmoud Khalil's arrest is right out of their playbook
12 Mar 2025
Marianne Hirsch, a professor emerita at Columbia University and a child of Holocaust survivors, draws parallels between her childhood experiences in Communis...
12 Mar 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Help! Everything Is Too Confusing!
12 Mar 2025
The panel discusses the current state of political and cultural confusion in the United States, focusing on the evolving political alliances under the Trump ...
12 Mar 2025
JTA
Trump guts Department of Education, slashing office handling antisemitism complaints
12 Mar 2025
The Trump administration is significantly reducing the role and staffing of the Department of Education, particularly within the Office of Civil Rights, whic...
12 Mar 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
Why Doesn't the Woke Right Support Israel? | Eylon Levy with Tal Heinrich
12 Mar 2025
In a discussion with Tal Heinrich, former Israeli government spokeswoman, Eylon Levy explores the complex relationship between the "Woke Right" and their sup...
12 Mar 2025