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Despite its predominantly Christian theme, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has featured notable Jewish moments over the years. Notably, in 2013, a dreidel-sha...

The article explores the symbolism of President Biden's annual turkey pardoning ceremony in relation to Jewish traditions and ethics. Rabbis Hample, Hammerma...

The hosts of the Bonjour Chai podcast celebrated Sukkot and delved into the issue of affordable housing in the Jewish community, especially considering the r...

Jeanette Kuvin Oren, an artist renowned for her Judaic art, has designed the U.S. Postal Service's new Hanukkah stamp, the first since 2020. This stamp, insp...

Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two main topics: Israeli caretaker Prime Minister Yair Lapid's support for a Palestinian state before elections ...

Dr. Jay Robinow, a semi-retired radiation oncologist in Kansas City, Missouri, has devoted over fifteen years to building sukkot for both his local Jewish co...

The podcast discusses the situation in Ukraine, addressing topics such as nuclear weapons, Putin, and the United States's response, with a focus on whether t...

A personal reflection is shared about confronting mortality and undergoing medical tests, juxtaposed with the symbolism of Sukkot and its lessons of imperman...

William Shatner's latest memoir, "Boldly Go: Reflections on a Life of Awe and Wonder," offers a contemplative look at his life and experiences. Shatner explo...

Acclaimed author Nicole Krauss joins a discussion on Judaism, writing, and Israel, with hosts Yonit and Jonathan on the Unholy Podcast during the reflective ...

"Teshuvahland" delves into the concept of teshuvah, or repentance, as a process of returning to one's true path or desired destination after realizing a devi...

This episode covers how the Jewish community in Sydney, Nova Scotia, observed Rosh Hashanah in the aftermath of post-tropical storm Fiona, which left their s...

With Rosh Hashanah approaching and yet another Israeli election on the horizon, there is much speculation about whether this will be the final round after a ...

This episode discusses the structure of Rosh HaShana and the concept of Divine Judgment during this holiday. It also explores lessons from the life of Queen ...

The episode discusses the challenges faced by the Sons of Jacob Congregation in Belleville, Ontario, which for the first time in nearly a century, couldn't c...

Howard M. Wasserman explores the idea of a "Koufax Curse," where Jewish baseball players who participate in games on Yom Kippur allegedly bring bad luck to t...

The text discusses the upcoming Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, known as the Days of Awe, with Yom Kippur being a day of fasting for 25 hour...

This episode of The CJN Daily pays tribute to Alex Polowin, a heroic WWII veteran, who as a young Canadian Jew, lied about his age to join the Navy and fight...

Jamie Geller hosts an annual Tisha B'Av program with Aish that aims to inspire viewers to connect with their Jewish identity and share timeless Jewish wisdom...

The episode explores the appropriate reactions to Tisha B'Av and the destruction of the Temple. It questions if visiting the Har haBayis is a proper response...

This episode of The CJN Daily delves into the tragic murder of Dan Markel, focusing on his mother, Ruth Markel's journey through grief and advocacy, culminat...

Manischewitz, known for its traditional Jewish products like sweet wine and Passover treats, has recently been showcasing a more irreverent and playful side ...

This article explores the Jewish folk tradition of creating paper cutouts, known as shvueslekh, to decorate homes during the festival of Shavuos, particularl...

Paper cuttings, known as shvueslekh, are a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish decoration for the festival of Shavuos. These intricate designs, akin to paper snowfl...

In a recent podcast episode, the decision of the Republican National Committee (RNC) to withdraw from the presidential-debate commission system is discussed ...

The First Annual Great Canadian Seder was a Passover event that featured stories from 20 prominent Canadians discussing the meaning of freedom. Guests includ...

This episode invites listeners to share their unique Passover Seder experiences during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Host Ellin Bessner encourages submissio...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi and musician Josh Warshawsky discusses the variety of melodies found in the Passover Haggadah, exploring how diffe...

The Menschwarmers celebrate their second annual baseball seder as baseball's opening day and Passover coincide, reflecting on the intersection of the two eve...

Rabbi Aaron Levy from Makom Creative Downtown Judaism in Toronto discusses Passover, freedom, slavery, and the significance of the Passover meal (Seder) on t...

This episode delves into various Passover traditions, shedding light on their historical and spiritual significance. The hosts and their guests discuss pract...

In this article, Jay Michaelson reviews a diverse array of Haggadot that reflect contemporary Jewish thought and culture. One prominent work is Marcia Falk's...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Massachusetts State Senator Eric Lesser discusses his Jewish upbringing and his career highlights, including organizing the fi...

Miriam Herschlag, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron engage in a discussion on three significant topics, including Yad Vashem's decision not to host a speech by V...

Purim Katan, or Little Purim, is a lesser-known celebration that occurs in Jewish leap years when there are two months of Adar. The Jewish calendar occasiona...

This article discusses a unique Purim recipe for Corned Beef, Cabbage, and Guinness Hamantaschen, or shamrock-taschen, suitable for Purim and St. Patrick's D...

To ease the overwhelm of preparing for Purim, Carly Pildis suggests making giant hamantaschen instead of many small ones. The recipe involves creating a larg...

This episode of The CJN Daily reflects on the 100th anniversary of the bat mitzvah in North America by spotlighting Naomi Hochman's upcoming bat mitzvah and ...

Sight & Sound is known for its evangelical biblical productions but faced a unique challenge with Queen Esther as it lacks overt religious content. Despite c...

Chef Hélène Jawhara Piñer demonstrates how to make traditional Sephardi Purim treats called Hojuelas on the YouTube series "Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller."

As 2022 is approaching, Yonit and Jonathan discuss their concerns and hopes for the upcoming year, anticipating more challenges than successes. Despite their...

In a discussion about television shows of 2021, podcast hosts share their favorite picks and offer binge-worthy recommendations for the holiday week. This ep...

Yonit and Jonathan discuss Christmas as observed by Jews worldwide. They reflect on how the holiday season is different in Israel compared to other countries...

Hanukkah’s contemporary celebratory practices might bewilder the Maccabees, as it’s often seen as a Jewish equivalent to Christmas within American culture. M...

This episode highlights the first public Hanukkah celebration on Prince Edward Island (PEI), marking 120 years of Jewish settlement without a synagogue or ra...

This episode highlights the Canadian-made Hanukkah cookie kits, a new trend that offers a festive spin on traditional gingerbread houses for Jewish families....

On the first night of Hanukkah, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff participated in the National Menorah lighting ceremony outside the White House, emphasizing J...

As Hanukkah begins, discussions focus on Hanukkah traditions, Israel's initiative to vaccinate children, and updates on Netanyahu's ongoing trial. The conver...

In a podcast episode celebrating Hanukkah, the Menschwarmers discuss 9 Jewish sports streaks that defied expectations, including Team Israel's surprising suc...

Thanksgiving resonates deeply with Jewish culture not just because it's a secular holiday, but because of its intrinsic theme of gratitude, which is central ...