Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Filmmaker Allan Novak turns the camera on his family: the oldest living Holocaust survivors in the world
20 Nov
Veteran filmmaker Allan Novak created "Crossing the River: From Poland to Paradise," a documentary about his family, the world's oldest living Holocaust surv...
20 Nov
Forward
How a son of Holocaust survivors joined a commune and helped to free 'Hurricane' Carter
19 Nov
Sam Chaiton's memoir, "We Used to Dream of Freedom," weaves together the narratives of growing up as the child of Holocaust survivors and his role in the eff...
19 Nov
Forward
In the shadows of Nazi viciousness, an unlikely story of love and heroism blooms
15 Nov
The Sunflower House by Adriana Allegri is a compelling historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany's notorious Lebensborn program, with...
15 Nov
JTA
My survivor parents taught me to loathe Germany. Was I ready to forgive?
13 Nov
Stewart Florsheim reflects on his complex journey of reconciling with Germany, a country connected to his family's Holocaust trauma. Raised by a Holocaust su...
13 Nov
Jewish Chronicle
Meet the Holocaust survivor who became a TikTok sensation
13 Nov
Gidon Lev, an 89-year-old Holocaust survivor living in Israel, has become an unexpected TikTok sensation, amassing nearly 500,000 followers by sharing his ex...
13 Nov
Mishpacha
The Glass Wall
11 Nov
Cindy Scarr explores the intergenerational trauma of Holocaust survivors' families in her reflective piece "The Glass Wall." She recounts the enduring emotio...
11 Nov
Forward
Who is Stephen Miller, Trump’s Jewish adviser and likely White House deputy chief of staff?
11 Nov
Stephen Miller, a long-time adviser to Donald Trump, is poised to become Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House. Born into a Jewish family in Santa Monica,...
11 Nov
Forward
Hidden in plain sight, a Holocaust memorial takes on new significance
11 Nov
Harriet Feigenbaum's Holocaust memorial, situated outside Madison Square Park in New York City, is easily overlooked despite its 38-foot height. Created in 1...
11 Nov
Future of Jewish
The Hidden Message From Nazi Germany's 'Night of Broken Glass'
10 Nov
Marking the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, Pat Johnson, director of Upstanders Canada, emphasizes the historical significance and enduring lessons of the...
10 Nov
JTA
A survivor kept the key from a German synagogue destroyed on Kristallnacht. 86 years later, the relic is returning home.
10 Nov
In a powerful gesture of remembrance and historical continuity, the key to a synagogue in Bielefeld, Germany, destroyed during Kristallnacht in 1938, has bee...
10 Nov
Jewish History Lectures
Response to J-P Himka, Sheptytsky and the Jewish Community
10 Nov
This video features a response by a scholar to the remarks of J-P Himka regarding Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky's relationship with the Jewish community dur...
10 Nov
Forward
A reunion project for Holocaust survivors and their families runs a race against time
9 Nov
The Holocaust Reunion Project, founded by genealogists Jennifer Mendelsohn and Adina Newman, is actively working to reconnect Holocaust survivors and their f...
9 Nov
Jewdicious
A Braver Jew You'll Never Find
7 Nov
Hannah Senesh, a brave and dedicated Jewish paratrooper, left an indelible mark on Jewish history through her courage and commitment to the Zionist cause. Af...
7 Nov
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Rabbi Yitz Greenberg in conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi
7 Nov
Rabbi Irving Yitz Greenberg, a key figure in post-Holocaust Jewish identity, discusses his latest work, "The Triumph of Life," which proposes a new understan...
7 Nov
Mishpacha
Finding Hope on the Other Side
5 Nov
Bronia Brandman, a Holocaust survivor and speaker, reflects on her journey of healing and sharing her experiences to help others cope with trauma. After rema...
5 Nov
Forward
How Quincy Jones scored with the gritty story of a Harlem Holocaust survivor
5 Nov
Quincy Jones, who passed away at the age of 91, made a significant impact on film music with his score for Sidney Lumet's 1964 film "The Pawnbroker," a groun...
5 Nov
Forward
A Holocaust exhibit — and Jewish staffer — are involved in a controversy over the National Archives
1 Nov
Ellis Brachman, a senior advisor at the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration, is at the center of a controversy regarding the downplaying of dif...
1 Nov
Hadassah
Alice Hoffman Won’t Let Anne Frank Be Forgotten
31 Oct
Alice Hoffman's novel "When We Flew Away: A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary" explores Anne Frank's life before her family went into hiding, shedding lig...
31 Oct
Kveller
For Jesse Eisenberg, His Holocaust Movie ‘A Real Pain’ Is Personal
31 Oct
Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain" offers a refreshingly unique take on Holocaust movies, combining both humor and sensitivity in its portrayal of a herita...
31 Oct
Culturally Jewish
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Live from the Toronto Holocaust Museum: Talking zombies on Halloween Eve
31 Oct
Michael Fraiman, producer of the Culturally Jewish podcast, discusses his audio drama 'Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story,' which combines Holocaust education...
31 Oct
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ZOOM conversation with Oct. 7 survivor Freda Golan, in Yiddish
30 Oct
Freda Golan, a survivor of the October 7 attacks in Israel, participated in a Zoom conversation conducted in Yiddish to share her experiences. During the dis...
30 Oct
Future of Jewish
Donald Trump is no Adolf Hitler.
29 Oct
Joshua Hoffman argues that equating Donald Trump with Adolf Hitler is an intellectually dishonest oversimplification that minimizes the unprecedented atrocit...
29 Oct
Israel: State of a Nation
October 7th Unleashed Radical Evil Unseen Since the Holocaust
29 Oct
Peter Berkowitz, a former senior official at the US State Department, discusses the unprecedented level of radical evil witnessed in the events of October 7t...
29 Oct
Forward
Holocaust survivor condemns Harris labeling Trump a ‘fascist’
27 Oct
A Holocaust survivor, Jerry Wartski, aged 94, expressed strong disapproval of Vice President Kamala Harris's characterization of former President Donald Trum...
27 Oct
JTA
Trump campaign ad features Holocaust survivor rebutting Harris’ ‘fascist’ allegation
27 Oct
A new campaign ad by Donald Trump employs Holocaust survivor Jerry Wartski to counter Kamala Harris's characterization of Trump as a fascist. Wartski, a 94-y...
27 Oct
Forward
"How can neighbors turn on neighbors?” Descendants of a 1941 pogrom debate the answer
25 Oct
The revival of Tadeusz Sobodzianeks' play "Our Class" at the Lynn F. Angelson Theatre delves into the harrowing events of the 1941 Jedwabne pogrom, where Pol...
25 Oct
Forward
My mother survived the Holocaust — only to have antisemitism land on her doorstep here.
23 Oct
Brian Sokol shares the story of his mother, Helene Hirschberg Sokol, a Holocaust survivor who faced renewed antisemitism in Somerville, Massachusetts. Helene...
23 Oct
Kveller
Adrien Brody Plays a Holocaust Survivor in the Upcoming ‘The Brutalist’
23 Oct
Adrien Brody returns to a familiar narrative with "The Brutalist", portraying a Hungarian Jewish Holocaust survivor and architect named László Tóth. Directed...
23 Oct
Jewish Chronicle
‘The Holocaust was the biggest smash and grab job in history’
23 Oct
Jamie Kastner's documentary film, "The Spoils," uncovers the ongoing battle for restitution of art stolen during the Holocaust. Scheduled for its British pre...
23 Oct
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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How Eva Almos channels the spirit of her survivor mother in an audio drama about Holocaust zombies
22 Oct
Eva Almos, a voice actress and daughter of Holocaust survivors, illuminates how her mother's positivity amidst trauma influenced her latest work on an audio ...
22 Oct
JTA
Yehuda Bauer, preeminent historian of the Holocaust, dies at 98
21 Oct
Yehuda Bauer, a renowned historian who deeply influenced Holocaust scholarship, passed away at 98. Known for his groundbreaking studies and analyses over six...
21 Oct
Jewish Chronicle
This exceptional woman gave so much to millions
16 Oct
Lily Ebert, a Holocaust survivor who passed away at the age of 100, became a powerful voice for Holocaust remembrance in her later years. Despite the traumat...
16 Oct
JTA
Family recovers Monet pastel generations after Nazi looting
10 Oct
The grandchildren of Adalbert and Hilda Parlagi have successfully reclaimed a looted Monet pastel, originally part of their family's art collection left behi...
10 Oct
Kveller
Lily Ebert, Holocaust Survivor and TikTok Sensation, Dies at 100
10 Oct
Lily Ebert, a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor who became a beloved TikTok personality, has passed away at age 100 in London. Her story of resilience reache...
10 Oct
JTA
Lily Ebert, Holocaust survivor who became a TikTok sensation, dies at 100
9 Oct
Lily Ebert, a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor, became a social media icon through TikTok, where she educated millions about Holocaust history and the endur...
9 Oct
Jewish Chronicle
What Nathan Englander talks about when he talks about his Anne Frank play
9 Oct
Nathan Englander discusses the challenges and emotional depth involved in bringing his play, "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank," to the UK st...
9 Oct
Forward
I'm a Holocaust survivor. Here's why I celebrated my 80th birthday protesting at an Israeli prison
8 Oct
Holocaust survivor Veronika Cohen marked her 80th birthday by protesting outside Israel's Neve Tirza prison in solidarity with Palestinian legislator Khalida...
8 Oct
Kveller
These Are the October 7 Stories I Can’t Stop Thinking About
8 Oct
The article by Lior Zaltzman reflects on the profound impact of the tragic events of October 7, 2022, and the enduring stories of individuals affected by vio...
8 Oct
Jewdicious
The October 7th Imperative: NEVER Stop Telling Our Stories
7 Oct
The article emphasizes the importance of continually sharing Jewish stories, particularly those about the Holocaust, to counter ongoing antisemitic violence,...
7 Oct
JTA
‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness
4 Oct
"White Bird," a Holocaust-themed film starring Helen Mirren, presents a compelling story aimed at teaching children about empathy and morality. Developed fro...
4 Oct
Jewish Chronicle
‘At night I think about my friends who were killed. And I start to shake’
2 Oct
In this poignant testimonial, the speaker recounts their traumatic experience during a terrorist attack, vividly capturing the chaos and fear of the moment. ...
2 Oct
eJewishPhilanthropy
How to host empowering and safe commemorations with Oct. 7 survivors
2 Oct
As the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks approaches, over 100 North American communities are preparing to commemorate the day, often involvin...
2 Oct
Hadassah
‘White Bird:’ Teen Romance, Nazis and Schoolyard Bullying
1 Oct
"White Bird," a film adaptation from R.L. Palacios' universe, bridges themes of kindness, bravery, and historical memory. The narrative follows Julian, previ...
1 Oct
MomentMag
Jimmy Carter: U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
1 Oct
The video features Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat discussing the instrumental role President Jimmy Carter played in the establishment of the U.S. Holocaust Memo...
1 Oct
Moment
Visual Moment | The Little Boat that Could: Resistance and Rescue in Denmark
30 Sep
The article highlights the extraordinary role of the Gerda III, a small Danish workboat, in the rescue of Danish Jews during the Holocaust. In October 1943, ...
30 Sep
Tablet
We Hope That You Enjoy the Holocaust
30 Sep
Judith Miller examines the cyclical emergence of Holocaust-themed films and plays, noting contemporary creators' struggles due to the diminishing firsthand a...
30 Sep
JTA
‘The Goldberg-Variations,’ a revival of famous George Tabori play, explores Jewish trauma through humor and satire
27 Sep
Reviving George Tabori's play "The Goldberg-Variations" during the High Holidays in New York City, director Manfred Bormann explores Jewish trauma and antise...
27 Sep
Jewish Chronicle
Reunited by a war hero: how I discovered long-lost cousins through their WWII-fighting father
26 Sep
The article narrates the heartwarming discovery of long-lost cousins by the author through their shared connection to a heroic family member, Lipmann Kessel,...
26 Sep
JTA
Jewish Life Stories: George Berci, 103, the Holocaust survivor who revolutionized surgery
25 Sep
Dr. George Berci, a Holocaust survivor from Hungary, passed away at 103, leaving a transformative legacy in the medical field through his pioneering work in ...
25 Sep
Forward
Trump said he wants to deport immigrants by ‘serial numbers’
24 Sep
In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump suggested that the mass deportation of immigrants could be expedited due to local police already knowing...
24 Sep