The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Big Beautiful Corruption
21 May 2025
The episode features a discussion on the political ramifications of ongoing Biden family controversies and the potential for future missile defense technolog...
21 May 2025
JTA
I almost got my daughter kicked out of her Jewish preschool over a map of Israel
21 May 2025
Jay Deitcher recounts a personal and controversial experience at his daughter's Jewish preschool involving a map of Israel that omitted the Green Line, spark...
21 May 2025
Future of Jewish
No, Israel doesn’t enjoy killing children — and you should be ashamed for saying it.
21 May 2025
Joshua Hoffman addresses the accusation that Israel deliberately targets Palestinian children, arguing that these claims feed global antisemitism and overloo...
21 May 2025
Forward
‘I'm happy with my choice’: Orthodox Trump voters worry about Qatar, Israel, tariffs – but stand by their candidate
21 May 2025
In the aftermath of Donald Trump's re-election, a significant portion of the Orthodox Jewish community continues to support him, despite rising concerns over...
21 May 2025
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Canada rebukes Israel over Gaza conflict, threatening ‘concrete actions’—even sanctions
21 May 2025
Canada, alongside the UK and France, issued a stern rebuke to Israel over its military actions in Gaza, demanding increased humanitarian aid and hinting at p...
21 May 2025
Ami
Trump’s Hostage Envoy on Trump’s Middle-East Trip
21 May 2025
President Trump's Middle East trip served dual purposes, enhancing economic deals and exploring foreign policy strategies concerning the Abraham Accords. Ada...
21 May 2025
Ami
The President, The Princes, and The Promises
21 May 2025
Reporter Shloime Zionce recounts President Trump's tumultuous Middle East tour, encompassing diplomatic interactions in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. The...
21 May 2025
Ami
Zoned-Out // An official is right about the reek, just not about its source
21 May 2025
Amid ongoing issues of antisemitism in the U.S., Forestburgh, New York, has become embroiled in a legal battle over alleged discriminatory zoning practices. ...
21 May 2025
JTA
Brandon Johnson appointee resigns amid criticism for tearing down Israeli hostage poster
21 May 2025
Ishan Daya, appointed to a Chicago advisory committee by Mayor Brandon Johnson, resigned after outcry from Jewish groups over a video showing him tearing dow...
21 May 2025
Jewish Insider
An Israeli mom’s NYC mission to free husband from Hamas captivity
21 May 2025
Lishay Lavi Miran, an Israeli mother, is on a mission in New York City to advocate for the release of her husband, Omri Miran, who has been held captive by H...
21 May 2025
Forward
Why Bruce Springsteen should stop listening to Trump and start listening to Rabbi Heschel
20 May 2025
Bruce Springsteen has recently intensified his criticism of the U.S. administration, reminiscent of the charged remark he made about Trump in 2016. His comme...
20 May 2025
JTA
Resolution calling for ‘urgent delivery’ of Gaza aid co-sponsored by nearly all Senate Democrats
20 May 2025
A new Senate resolution advocating for the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza has garnered almost unanimous support from Senate Democrats and two In...
20 May 2025
JTA
Israeli left-wing leader Yair Golan doubles down after suggesting Israel ‘kills babies as a hobby’
20 May 2025
After inciting significant controversy, Israeli left-wing leader Yair Golan, who once served as a deputy chief of staff for Israel's military, has reiterated...
20 May 2025
JTA
Some of Israel’s staunch supporters are now using words such as ‘genocide’ to describe the war
20 May 2025
In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, some traditionally staunch supporters of Israel are beginning to use severe terms like "genocide" to expres...
20 May 2025
Future of Jewish
The real 'Nakba' was Jewish naïveté.
20 May 2025
Adam Hummel's essay reflects deep skepticism about the peace process between Israelis and Palestinians, framing the historical "Nakba," or catastrophe, as th...
20 May 2025
JTA
Eurovision defends voting system after complaints over Israel’s 2nd place finish
20 May 2025
The Eurovision Song Contest's organizers are defending its voting process after several European countries questioned Israel's strong placement. Yuval Raphae...
20 May 2025
Forward
Chuck Schumer's 'Original Sin': Why he protected Joe Biden — until he couldn't
20 May 2025
Sen. Chuck Schumer, a leading Jewish political figure, faced significant pressure as details emerged about his role in a critical 2024 meeting with President...
20 May 2025
Mishpacha
Trump’s Middle East Blind Spots
20 May 2025
The article critiques former President Trump's transactional approach to Middle Eastern foreign policy, highlighting multiple concerns for Israel. Despite su...
20 May 2025
Mishpacha
Comeback Cuomo?
20 May 2025
Andrew Cuomo, former governor of New York, aims to make a political comeback by running for New York City mayor, leading in major polls. His campaign seeks t...
20 May 2025
Mishpacha
Gift Horses
20 May 2025
The article critiques former President Donald Trump for his controversies around propriety, highlighting questionable dealings during his presidency, particu...
20 May 2025
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Haviv Rettig Gur: What did Trump mean when he said...
20 May 2025
ToI senior analyst Haviv Rettig Gur dissects Trump's recent speech in Riyadh, highlighting a return to US foreign policy rooted in economic alliances rather ...
20 May 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The State of the Jews
20 May 2025
The debate on the future of Judaism centers around educational priorities and how they align with Jewish values and political beliefs. General Yair Golan's c...
20 May 2025
Forward
A century ago, Hitler declared war on the 'lying press' and targeted a feisty little newspaper — sound familiar?
20 May 2025
Drawing parallels between historical and contemporary challenges faced by the free press, the article highlights the story of the Münchener Post, a newspaper...
20 May 2025
The Beinart Notebook
The Moral Abdication of the American Jewish Establishment
20 May 2025
Peter Beinart expresses concern over the American Jewish establishment's lack of moral clarity regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He suggests that w...
20 May 2025
JTA
School vouchers would expand nationwide under federal proposal cheered by Orthodox groups
20 May 2025
Orthodox groups are celebrating a federal proposal to introduce nationwide school vouchers, which would support families sending children to Jewish schools, ...
20 May 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Diagnosis, Day 2
20 May 2025
The podcast episode delves into the speculation surrounding President Biden's reported cancer diagnosis and the media's portrayal of the situation, featuring...
20 May 2025
JTA
Canada, England and France vow ‘concrete actions’ over Israel’s Gaza war expansion and blockade
20 May 2025
The leaders of Canada, the United Kingdom, and France have issued a stern warning to Israel over its military actions in Gaza and its blockade on humanitaria...
20 May 2025
JTA
US hostage envoy: ‘We’re closer than we ever were’ to a deal with Hamas
20 May 2025
Adam Boehler, the U.S. special envoy for hostage affairs, affirmed at the Jerusalem Post conference that negotiations with Hamas are closer to success than e...
20 May 2025
Haaretz Weekly
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'Netanyahu's vision of victory in Gaza is more Stalin than Churchill'
20 May 2025
Anshel Pfeffer contrasts Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's perceived Churchillian vision with what Pfeffer argues is a more Stalin-like approach to the Gaz...
20 May 2025
Jewish Insider
Illinois Senate primary likely a toss-up, experts say, after Underwood declines to run
20 May 2025
The Illinois Senate primary for 2026 is expected to be a close contest after Rep. Lauren Underwood decided not to run, leaving Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and ...
20 May 2025
Jewish Insider
Will Trump’s visit to UAE’s Abrahamic Family House inspire a regional shift?
20 May 2025
President Trump's visit to the UAE's Abrahamic Family House underscores a message of religious tolerance amid a broader regional shift. The multifaith comple...
20 May 2025
JTA
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, could be New York’s next mayor. Here’s how Jews feel about him.
19 May 2025
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state Assembly member from Queens and Democratic Socialist, is a contender in New York City's mayoral race. Despite his limited...
19 May 2025
Future of Jewish
Europe's Extreme Swing From Auschwitz to 'Allahu Akbar'
19 May 2025
Maral Salmassi analyzes the convergence of post-World War II European guilt, particularly German, with Islamic ideologies, arguing it creates an environment ...
19 May 2025
Forward
At campus symposium, Jewish panelists push back as billionaire Bill Ackman defends Trump’s feud with Harvard
19 May 2025
During a symposium on Jews and elite universities at the Center for Jewish History, a debate arose centering on Hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman's defense ...
19 May 2025
JTA
Israeli culture minister: ‘Israel is going to annex land’ in Gaza if Hamas does not cede power
19 May 2025
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar, from the Likud Party, announced that Israel plans to annex parts of Gaza unless Hamas relinquishes control and releases ...
19 May 2025
Moment
B’Ivrit | As Trump Cools, Israeli Media Struggle to Reset
19 May 2025
Donald Trump's recent diplomatic tour has prompted significant reflection and recalibration within the Israeli media landscape. Israeli outlets are grappling...
19 May 2025
Forward
No matter whose side you're on — Israeli or Palestinian — these sites are gonna dox you
19 May 2025
In an era fueled by cancel culture, both the pro-Israel Canary Mission and anti-Zionist Reverse Canary Mission have emerged as polarizing actors within the I...
19 May 2025
JTA
Kathy Manning to lead Democratic Majority for Israel board of directors
19 May 2025
Kathy Manning, a former U.S. Representative known for her strong support of Israel, will become the chair of the Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI), follo...
19 May 2025
JTA
Romanian right-wing candidate whose party called the Holocaust a ‘minor topic’ loses presidential election
19 May 2025
The recent presidential election in Romania culminated in a significant victory for the centrist candidate Nicusor Dan, who secured 54% of the vote in a runo...
19 May 2025
The Free Press
The Middle East on the Brink with Haviv Rettig Gur
19 May 2025
Haviv Rettig Gur, a renowned analyst of Middle Eastern affairs, shared his insights in a subscriber-only livestream addressing pressing issues in the region....
19 May 2025
Forward
How Joe Biden developed his lifelong affection for Jews
19 May 2025
Joe Biden's longstanding support and affinity for Jewish people arise from values instilled by his father, who believed in defending minority groups, and fro...
19 May 2025
Jewdicious
Letter To America: "What If?"
19 May 2025
Joanna Landau addresses a significant shift in perspective among young Americans regarding Israel and its conflict with Hamas. Referencing a past sympathy fo...
19 May 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Joe Biden Story
19 May 2025
The episode focuses on discussions surrounding President Joe Biden's recent cancer diagnosis amid ongoing suspicions about his overall health and capabilitie...
19 May 2025
JTA
NYC Israel parade draws more than 40,000 celebrants to Fifth Ave.
19 May 2025
Over 40,000 people participated in the NYC Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, celebrating the 61st annual event. The day's theme, 'Hatikvah' or 'the hope', e...
19 May 2025
JTA
Netanyahu says he has ordered ‘basic’ Gaza aid amid widened offensive and starvation concerns
19 May 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has commanded that basic food aid enter Gaza amidst an expanded military offensive aimed at dismantling Hamas and a...
19 May 2025
Tel Aviv Review
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The Specter of a Judicial Coup Is Still Haunting Israel (Preview)
19 May 2025
Despite initial setbacks, the Israeli government's pursuit of judicial overhaul has resumed, adopting a new, more covert approach. Suzie Navot emphasizes Isr...
19 May 2025
JTA
Israel’s Yuval Raphael comes in 2nd at Eurovision, propelled largely by popular vote
19 May 2025
Yuval Raphael of Israel secured second place in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, primarily due to the strong support from the popular vote across Europe, de...
19 May 2025
Future of Jewish
It's absurd that ultra-Orthodox Israelis should receive an IDF exemption.
19 May 2025
Scott Kahn argues that the blanket exemption of ultra-Orthodox Israelis from serving in the IDF is morally indefensible and lacking in Jewish legal justifica...
19 May 2025
18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers
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Elli Fischer: 'The Torah ideal is for Israel to be a religious state'
19 May 2025
Rabbi Elli Fischer discusses the vision of a religious Jewish state and explores Israel's dual covenants according to the Torah. He emphasizes the complexity...
19 May 2025
Sapir
The War Against the Jews
19 May 2025
In the wake of the October 7 terror attack in Israel, a resurgence of global antisemitism has prompted a rallying cry for Jews to acknowledge a broader war a...
19 May 2025