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Zeev Remer, a freshman Orthodox Jewish basketball player at California Lutheran University, faces challenges balancing his observant lifestyle with sports, o...

This episode explores the connection between Prophecy and the Mikdash, delving into their relationship and what it reveals about the structure of Prophecy. A...

This episode discusses the Rambam's perspective on Prophecy within the Torah, exploring the importance of Prophecy and the acceptance of the Rambam's views o...

Josh Shapiro was sworn in as Pennsylvania's 48th governor, becoming the state's third Jewish governor. Emphasizing his Jewish identity, he took his oath on B...

Rabbi Joshua Franklin of the Skverer sect of Hasidic Judaism caused a stir by using the AI chatbot, ChatGPT, to help write a recent sermon, revealing to his ...

The podcast discusses Noah Rothman's article titled "The Worldwide COVID Revolts" which examines the political repercussions of COVID-19 lockdowns globally. ...

Eli Lake discusses Biden-document revelations that led Attorney General Merrick Garland to appoint a special prosecutor, creating a significant development. ...

As more Jews opt for cremation, a practice traditionally seen as non-compliant with Jewish burial customs, a notable tension arises within the community. Whi...

In this episode, the focus is on the teachings of Rabbi Elimelech, particularly his work Tzetil and Customs. The discussion explores the differences between ...

This episode brings Yaakov Katz, Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, to discuss the dynamics of Netanyahu's new government, its implications for Israeli p...

In 2022, there were some positive developments worth noting. These include the revitalization of NATO, challenges for autocrats, deserving candidates losing ...

The episode delves into R' Elimelech's association with Lizhensk and the emergence of the Galitziner identity. It explores how Chassidus redefines the role o...

Ned Price, the State Department spokesperson, embodies his Jewish identity through his commitment to public service and empathy for marginalized communities,...

The episode discusses the early life of Rabbi Elimelech of Lizenshk, exploring how a person from the Tiktin area became a prominent leader of Chassidism in G...

This episode explores the basic structure of Kabbalah with a focus on the Ari's contributions, as well as the innovations in Kabbalah and Avodas Hashem by th...

Shabbetai Tzvi, a 16th-century Jewish mystic and rabbi, gained a significant following among Jews who believed he was the Messiah, encouraged by his supporte...

In this episode, Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain delve into the complexities surrounding Israel's Law of Return and its impact on J...

New England merchants in the 19th century, including prominent families like Cabot, Lowell, and Perkins, gained wealth through the China trade. The trade was...

Naomi Seidman, who left her ultra-Orthodox upbringing, discusses her new podcast, "Heretic in the House," which explores the true lives of people who have go...

The article recounts a gravestone rededication ceremony for Dr. Philip Birnbaum, the author of the highly regarded Siddur Ha-Shalem, held by a Jewish communi...

Felix Frankfurter was the first foreign-born Jew to be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1939 under Franklin Roosevelt, embodying the promise of America...

This episode delves into a rare genetic disease, nemaline myopathy type 2, a form of muscular dystrophy affecting Ashkenazi Jews more than others. Toba Coope...

Legislation to make Daylight Saving Time permanent has stalled in the U.S. House of Representatives, much to the relief of Orthodox Jews who were concerned a...

In this podcast discussion of an article from The Federalist, it is suggested that the New Right should avoid identifying as conservative due to conflicting ...

Rabbanit Rachael Turkienicz, winner of the Great Canadian Sermon Slam, discusses Jewish education, the struggle of women in religious scholarship, and leads ...

This episode discusses Spinoza's pioneering call for religious tolerance and the subsequent evolution towards the separation of Church and State. It explores...

The podcast episode titled "Putting the 'bet' in Aleph-Bet" explores the topic of sports gambling from a Jewish perspective, particularly focusing on what th...

This text discusses Spinoza's philosophy of determinism and its contrast with the Torah's view, emphasizing the importance of free will in areas such as mora...

This episode of Unorthodox features an engaging mix of Jewish and cultural stories, including insights from Michael Aloni on his new film 'Plan A' and Mordec...

This episode explores how technology, such as QR codes on tombstones, is transforming Jewish funeral traditions, as well as the growing trend of green burial...

Manischewitz wine, a staple during Jewish holidays, is made in a unique process known as Kosher Crush where all the wine for the year is produced in a single...

This episode of Unorthodox explores the theme of repentance and atonement through various lenses, including the thoughtful act of apology and intriguing refe...

The podcast discusses the recent setbacks faced by former President Trump and questions whether the media's continued focus on him is overshadowing a potenti...

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 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...

In this episode, Marsha Lederman discusses her transition into opinion writing with a focus on Jewish issues, highlighted by her experiences with intergenera...

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to intervene in a case involving Yeshiva University (YU) and its refusal to recognize an LGBTQ student club, advising the...

In his forthcoming memoir, Peter Navarro reveals a clandestine effort by Trump loyalists and donors to oust Jared Kushner from leading Trump's 2020 campaign ...

This episode discusses the significant policy change by the RCMP to allow Jewish officers to wear kippot while on duty, a move driven by advocacy from B'nai ...

Nicola Mendelsohn, Meta's vice president of global sales, is a prominent figure in the British Jewish community known for her innovative vision of the metave...

In a recent podcast episode, the hosts discuss a leaked highly sensitive document discovered during a search at Mar-a-Lago, criticizing The Washington Post's...

This episode features Alexandre Matte, a professional storyteller rooted in both Jewish and Francophone traditions, who recently placed second in the Toastma...

This episode discusses Spinoza's legacy of creating a secular world and his key conceptual ideas that contributed to this shift. It explores the relevance of...

In a discussion with Eli Lake, topics covered include Trump, FBI searches, attorneys general, issues with classification, and the media's handling of positiv...

This episode delves into the concept of Avoda Zara, questioning its definition as idol worship and exploring whether there was any logic or merely superstiti...

Eitan Steinfeld, a 14-year-old from Toronto, developed the WatchSiddur app for Apple Watch users to access daily Jewish prayers conveniently. Despite limited...

This episode discusses Spinoza's claims about Ibn Ezra and their differing attitudes towards Chazal. The focus is on Ibn Ezra's demonstration of the existenc...

After experiencing loss and confronting the traditional Jewish mourning practice of saying Kaddish for a deceased family member, the author reflects on her j...

Hannah Lebovits's reflective piece on volunteering for a Chevra Kadisha underscores the sacred nature of Jewish burial practices and their contrast to the in...

This episode of Unorthodox features conversations with Mike Pesca, who discusses his podcasting career and the importance of engaging with differing opinions...