Promised Podcast
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The “Atone Home” Edition
21 Sep 2023
This episode of sustainably recycled stuff explores the significance of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, through discussions on the evolution of the piyyut ...
21 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
The Etgar High Holy Day Quiz
20 Sep 2023
The Etgar High Holy Day Quiz provides questions related to Rosh Hashanah and the Jewish calendar. It covers topics such as the timing between Rosh Hashanah a...
20 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
We cannot do spiritual growth all on our own
15 Sep 2023
The text discusses the modern trend of seeking spiritual growth on individual terms rather than through organized religion. It highlights how this approach c...
15 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Even our biblical ancestors sometimes got it wrong
15 Sep 2023
The text explores the narratives of Sarah, Hagar, Abraham, and Isaac in the Torah, particularly focusing on the exile of Ishmael and Hagar and the binding of...
15 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Shabbat times from September 15 to September 22
15 Sep 2023
The schedule includes important Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah times for September 15 to 22. It outlines candle lighting times, Torah portions, and Haftarah readi...
15 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Parashah of the week: Rosh Hashanah
15 Sep 2023
The Parashah for the week of Rosh Hashanah focuses on the story of Hannah, a woman who prayed fervently to have a child and was eventually blessed with a son...
15 Sep 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Shakshuka like a Polaroid Picture
14 Sep 2023
In a podcast episode hosted by Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy, with guest Marc Weisblott, the focus is on reviewing major news stories of 5783 in the Jew...
14 Sep 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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New year, new hurricane: Atlantic Canada once again on alert as Hurricane Lee threatens Rosh Hashanah celebrations
14 Sep 2023
Hurricane Lee, a Category 1 storm, is threatening Atlantic Canada this weekend, with Nova Scotia and New Brunswick bracing for strong winds, power outages, a...
14 Sep 2023
Promised Podcast
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New Year's Wish from the Promised Podcast
14 Sep 2023
The Promised Podcast extends New Year wishes for a year filled with positivity and good things after a momentous period in the Jewish community.
14 Sep 2023
Forward
A curated Rosh Hashanah menu and scenes from the vice president's High Holiday party
13 Sep 2023
This lively article offers a curated Rosh Hashanah menu featuring diverse recipes and highlights a High Holiday party hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris....
13 Sep 2023
For Heaven's Sake
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Farewell, 5783
13 Sep 2023
Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the challenges of the past year in Israeli history, reflecting on Jewish theology and psyche that influenced i...
13 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
The extra ingredient in making festivals special: family memories
8 Sep 2023
The text highlights the significant role of family memories in making Jewish festivals special and meaningful. The author recounts a poignant moment during Y...
8 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Shabbat times from September 8 to September 15
6 Sep 2023
The Shabbat times for September 8 to September 15 are provided, with the start and end times for different cities in the UK specified. The Torah Portion for ...
6 Sep 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Shabbat times from August 25 to September 1
25 Aug 2023
Shabbat times for August 25 to September 1 are as follows: in London, Shabbat begins at 7.48 on August 25 and at 7.33 on September 1; in Bournemouth and Manc...
25 Aug 2023
Unorthodox
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Entering Elul: Ep. 375
17 Aug 2023
In episode 375 of Unorthodox, the focus is on entering the month of Elul, the period preceding the High Holidays where introspection is key. Rabbi Dovid Bash...
17 Aug 2023
Unorthodox
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Working it Out: Ep. 373
27 Jul 2023
In episode 373 of Unorthodox, the podcast delves into the significance of Tisha B'Av, a day of mourning in the Jewish calendar, exploring its lessons. The ep...
27 Jul 2023
Menschwarmers
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S4E10 - A deep dive with Andrew Cristall, the only Jew in the 2023 NHL draft
20 Jul 2023
Andrew Cristall, the sole Jewish player in the 2023 NHL draft, faces a scheduling conflict with the Washington Capitals' training camp coinciding with Rosh H...
20 Jul 2023
Jewish Action
Recommended Reading for Tishah B’Av
11 Jul 2023
For those observing Tishah B'Av and searching for engaging ways to reflect during this solemn day, Jewish Action Magazine offers a curated selection of books...
11 Jul 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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A Podcast Programming Note
26 May 2023
The Commentary Magazine podcast will not be releasing episodes in honor of the Jewish holiday of Shavuot and Memorial Day, with regular episodes resuming on ...
26 May 2023
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Conversations We Love: Etgar Keret
26 May 2023
Israeli literary figure Etgar Keret discusses defending democracy, storytelling, and heartwarming stories about his late mother in a recent interview. The co...
26 May 2023
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Moment of Silence
21 Apr 2023
Israel is currently immersed in a period of remembrance following Passover, with Holocaust Remembrance Day just passed and Memorial Day and Independence Day ...
21 Apr 2023
Forward
Josh Shapiro offers inside look at Passover in the governor’s mansion
19 Apr 2023
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro provided an inside look at celebrating Passover in the governor's mansion, sharing a detailed video on social media that c...
19 Apr 2023
Forward
My dad co-wrote ‘A Rugrats Passover.’ I had questions about it.
10 Apr 2023
"A Rugrats Passover," co-written by Jonathan Greenberg, was a groundbreaking and highly rated episode of the popular Nickelodeon series, featuring a humorous...
10 Apr 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Bonjour Chai's second annual Great Canadian Seder episode
10 Apr 2023
The Bonjour Chai podcast presented the second annual Great Canadian Seder, featuring a diverse group of guests including politicians, cantors, comedians, and...
10 Apr 2023
Promised Podcast
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The “Promised Podcast Pesach-Palooza!” Edition
5 Apr 2023
The Promised Podcast Pesach-Palooza! Edition features a collection of beloved Passover stories and discussions by the podcast hosts, highlighting the annual ...
5 Apr 2023
Unorthodox
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Passover 101: Ep. 357
5 Apr 2023
In episode 357 of Unorthodox, the podcast revisits its 2020 Passover episode to provide listeners with a refresher on how to host a meaningful and memorable ...
5 Apr 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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He’s Jewish. She’s agnostic and part-Indigenous. Here are their tips for a successful interfaith seder
4 Apr 2023
David, who is Jewish, and Jenny, who is agnostic and part-Indigenous, share tips for successful interfaith celebrations like Passover and Easter with their f...
4 Apr 2023
Forward
In rural America's 'matzo deserts,' Jews struggle to set their Seder tables
30 Mar 2023
Michal Rosenoer's experience of preparing for Passover in rural Colorado highlights a broader issue faced by Jewish communities in similar regions, known as ...
30 Mar 2023
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Storytelling at the Seder: <em>Lesaper, Lehaggid,</em> and the Purpose of the Haggadah
30 Mar 2023
The article explores the storytelling role of the Haggadah during the Passover Seder, examining the expectations versus the textual offerings, particularly f...
30 Mar 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Does your Passover haggadah need an update? This author thinks so
29 Mar 2023
Pearl Richman, a retired teacher, has created two new inclusive haggadot for Passover, aimed at modern families and designed to better engage young people in...
29 Mar 2023
Forward
How an event at Madison Square Garden tried to rescue millions of Jews
24 Mar 2023
Eighty years ago, a large-scale initiative involved Hollywood and Broadway celebrities staging a series of pageants titled "We Will Never Die" to raise aware...
24 Mar 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Home Base
16 Mar 2023
Base, an organization originating from New York in 2015, embodies a modern, decentralized approach to Judaism by having rabbinic couples host gatherings like...
16 Mar 2023
Jewish Action
Making Pesach for an Avel
6 Mar 2023
Following the sudden passing of her mother in Arizona, Shira faced the daunting task of preparing for Pesach the same day. Despite her challenging circumstan...
6 Mar 2023
Forward
I watched 6 Christian Purim movies so you wouldn't have to
3 Mar 2023
The article discusses the trend of Christian adaptations of the Purim story of Esther and their varying portrayals in movies. Despite being a Jewish tale, Ch...
3 Mar 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Isabel and Nicki and Albert Hoffman
3 Mar 2023
The podcast discusses a variety of topics, including the use of psychedelics like LSD to address psychological distress, with Rabbi Zac Kamenetz advocating f...
3 Mar 2023
Forward
'Keeping up with the Cohens' — how did Purim baskets get so stressful?
2 Mar 2023
Purim baskets, or mishloach manot, have evolved from simple gifts of hamantashen and fruit into elaborate, themed displays that reflect creativity and, often...
2 Mar 2023
Unorthodox
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The Whole Megillah: Ep. 351
2 Mar 2023
In episode 351 of "The Whole Megillah," the podcast Unorthodox celebrates Purim with fresh insights on the holiday from Liel Leibovitz and Dovid Bashevkin. A...
2 Mar 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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‘This is the direction we want Judaism to move’: a Canadian Orthodox rabbi’s Tu B’Shevat call to save the environment
6 Feb 2023
Canadian Orthodox rabbis are advocating for environmental conservation in honor of Tu B'Shevat, with initiatives like vegan Shabbat dinners and sustainable p...
6 Feb 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The GOP House Meltdown
3 Jan 2023
The recent podcast episode discusses the chaotic beginning of the new Congress, highlighting the challenges faced by the GOP House, which is controlled by a ...
3 Jan 2023
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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A Conversation with Rachel Maddow
23 Dec 2022
Rachel Maddow, known for her podcast "Ultra," which explores how the Nazi regime infiltrated US government in the 1940s, discusses this historical threat to ...
23 Dec 2022
Jewish History Uncensored
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#119 - Chanukah & the Challenge of Commitment
22 Dec 2022
This episode discusses the challenges faced during the Chanukah story between the Greeks and Jews, exploring the unique aspects of this conflict compared to ...
22 Dec 2022
Jewish History Nerds
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Hebrew Hammer: The True Story of Hanukkah
22 Dec 2022
In this episode of Hebrew Hammer, Yael and Schwab delve into the complexities of Hanukkah, challenging traditional perceptions of the holiday by exploring wh...
22 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Why this Ottawa artist turns her broken glass menorahs into grave-marker stones
22 Dec 2022
Marie Levine, an artist based in Ottawa, creates unique fused glass menorahs inspired by artists like Kadinsky and Monet, as well as biblical stories like Jo...
22 Dec 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Recognize this blue moose menorah? The artist has never lit Hanukkah candles
20 Dec 2022
The iconic blue moose menorah, a whimsical design that turned 20 this year, is created by artist Nancy Clarke who has never lit a Hanukkah candle despite pro...
20 Dec 2022
Forward
Every Hanukkah movie and TV episode worth knowing about, and the cocktails to go with them
16 Dec 2022
The article provides a comprehensive guide to American Hanukkah-themed movies and TV episodes, complete with cocktail pairings. Notably, Hallmark's latest fi...
16 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
Unorthodox
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Bright Lights: Ep. 342
15 Dec 2022
This episode of Unorthodox celebrates Hanukkah with eight stories that shed light on the Jewish world. The podcast features interviews with 102-year-old form...
15 Dec 2022
Jamie Geller
Hanukkah inspired Challah Fritters with Faith Kramer on Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller
14 Dec 2022
Learn how to make Hanukkah-inspired Challah Fritters from cookbook author Faith Kramer on an upcoming episode of Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller.
14 Dec 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Hanukkah, Chrismukkah, Swastika
8 Dec 2022
Rev. Dr. T. Kenjitsu Nakagaki discusses the historical significance of the swastika as a symbol of peace and well-being, striving to reclaim its original mea...
8 Dec 2022
Forward
We asked an artificial intelligence bot to write Hanukkah movies
7 Dec 2022
In a playful exploration of artificial intelligence's capabilities, Jake Wasserman employs OpenAI's ChatGPT to generate Hallmark-style Hanukkah movie plots. ...
7 Dec 2022