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The University of Pennsylvania faced controversy for scheduling its commencement ceremony during Shavuot, a major Jewish holiday, sparking backlash from Jewi...

In a themed Passover seder episode, hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver combine the traditions of matzah brei and baseball to create a "Jewish baseball" celebr...

Jodi Rudoren reflects on the evolving nature of Jewish customs, symbolized by the inclusion of an orange on the Seder plate during Passover. Initially misund...

In a thought-provoking exploration of Passover customs and myths, PJ Grisar tackles four intriguing questions surrounding the holiday. Investigating whether ...

In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges of observing Passover during the pandemic, including considerations around virtual seders and whether halac...

This episode delves into the cultural and emotional significance of Passover, exploring traditions, ritual objects, and family dynamics through engaging disc...

Benyamin Cohen humorously explores the peculiarities of Passover observance for dogs, recounting his own experiences with kosher-for-Passover dog food. He hi...

This episode of Unorthodox dives deep into the story and cultural significance of Purim, highlighting its complex characters such as Vashti and Esther. The h...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the juxtaposition of Christmas and the Jewish fast day Asara B'Tevet, featuring interviews with writer Merrill Markoe ...

Miriam Herschlag, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss various significant topics on The Times of Israel blog, including Gideon Saar's challenge to ...

In a pre-Thanksgiving podcast episode, the discussion touches on the new CDC guidance on quarantining and a surprising statement made by Barack Obama about L...

The article discusses celebrating Sukkot in a year filled with uncertainty, drawing parallels between the current state of affairs and the holiday's themes o...

This episode of Israel Policy Pod features Dr. Shira Efron discussing the complexities in Gaza amidst COVID-19, highlighting the region's precarious health i...

Jack Black recently showcased his rendition of the Passover song "Chad Gadya," known for its dark and escalating lyrics, in a video posted online to help lif...

Christian seders, where non-Jews host Passover meals by incorporating elements of Christianity, are increasingly common but problematic. Although intended as...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss significant topics including the merging of parties in Israel, the high COVID-19 rates among Ult...

A Jewish family reflects on their decision to leave the United States due to racial discrimination and marginalization, settling in Canada for safety and a b...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Liel engages Rabbi Dr. Stu Halpern from Yeshiva University in an enlightening conversation about the overlooked presence...

Unbound: The Recreated Haggadah is a unique and artistic take on the traditional Passover Haggadah, designed by NYU-trained theater director Eli Kaplan-Wildm...

In this episode, Unorthodox offers a comprehensive guide to conducting a socially distanced Passover Seder using Tablet's new Haggadah, fittingly adapted for...

The text discusses how Ralph views the pandemic in relation to Passover.

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, the hosts aim to fill the social void caused by quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic by sharing a virtual Kabbalat Sh...

In Seymour Epstein's "Suspecting Esther," he presents a provocative interpretation of the Book of Esther, suggesting that it serves as a critique of Jewish l...

The article discusses the tradition of "Little Purims" within Jewish communities, which are local festivals commemorating miraculous events similar to Purim....

In episode 206 of Unorthodox, Hanukkah preparation is in full swing with interviews featuring designer Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan discussing pottery, dr...

The article explores the dearth of scary Jewish children's literature beyond works by Eric A. Kimmel, known for his spooky tales like "Hershel and the Hanukk...

A recent U.S. operation successfully eliminated Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, sparking a debate on the ethics of hating extraordinarily evil individuals. Drawing fro...

In a podcast episode of Menschwarmers hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh, they discuss the Jewish connections of the Toronto Raptors during their ring cer...

Simhat Torah, a day immersed in minhag (customs), has evolved over time from a Talmudic yom tov sheni of Shemini Atzeret into a festivity celebrating the com...

Three Jewish baseball players, Alex Bregman, Joc Pederson, and Max Fried, faced the dilemma of playing on Yom Kippur during the postseason, with comparisons ...

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Jeremy Benstein discuss the impact of the Hebrew language on uniting or dividing Jews globally, the potential conseque...

This article explores the surprising and sometimes disconcerting ingredients found in traditional Jewish recipes, challenging the romanticized notion of ance...

Ishay Ribo's rendition of the Yom Kippur Temple service, Seder ha-Avodah, has garnered immense popularity for blending secular and religious themes and focus...

The discussion revolves around the practice of consuming pat yisrael, bread prepared by a Jewish baker, especially during the aseret yemei teshuvah (Ten Days...

The Yaaleh ve-Yavo prayer recited during Jewish holidays and Rosh Chodesh serves as a substitute for the Temple sacrifices and invokes ancestral virtues and ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the focus is on apologies, friendships, and the controversial figure Shlomo Carlebach as the hosts close the book on 5779. Mar...

In 1944, a shofar was blown at Auschwitz during Rosh Hashanah, a risky act in the Nazi camp. The shofar, given to Chaskel Tydor before the 1945 Death March, ...

In a curated collection of tips from various Jewish influencers on hosting Rosh Hashanah and other holiday meals, Molly Yeh shares her love for potato challa...

Eliezer Finkelman delves into the concept of repentance, known as teshuvah, as highlighted in Maimonides' Laws of Repentance. Perfect repentance involves exp...

The author reflects on her evolving relationship with Rosh Hashanah, transitioning from synagogue celebrations to finding spiritual connection in nature, spe...

In a guide on kosher wines for Rosh Hashanah 2018 under $25, Laura E. Adkins recommends several options for the festive season. Some highlighted choices incl...

Interfaith couples often face challenges during Jewish holidays like the High Holidays, with Jewish partners sometimes experiencing difficulties similar to n...

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson attempted to blow a shofar during a visit to northern England but failed to produce a sound. The shofar, a traditional J...

Rabbi Moshe Hayim Efrayim of Sudilkov, a prominent figure in early Hasidism, authored "Sefer Degel Machaneh Efrayim," a collection of sermons linking Torah t...

In her book "The Brain Boosting Diet," co-authored with Edward Wein, PhD, Norene Gilletz presents family-friendly and brain-healthy recipes perfect for the H...

Yom Kippur is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, centered around the themes of repentance and atonement. It occurs on the 10th day of Tishrei and is mar...

The writer reflects on how the events of the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh on Oct. 27, 2018, have deeply impacted their community, mak...

The text discusses the concepts of baseless hatred (sinat hinam) and praying with sinners within the Jewish tradition. It reflects on how these teachings can...

The article discusses the Shabbat experience for Jewish singles, focusing on the challenges and strategies for navigating Shabbat observance without a family...

The article discusses how singles in the Jewish community often feel marginalized during Shabbat due to the family-centric nature of the celebration. Some si...