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Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron engage in a discussion covering Yair Lapid becoming Israel's 14th Prime Minister, the trending topic ...

In this episode, the discussion revolves around how to respond to heresy, exploring traditional approaches to this issue. The question of appropriate respons...

Legal scholar Adam White analyzes the Supreme Court's ruling in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency and its significant impact on the administra...

The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade has revealed a stark divide within the Orthodox Jewish community regarding abortion. Tradition...

Rep. Jerrold Nadler, a senior Jewish member of Congress and chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, is leveraging his Jewish identity in his reelection ca...

Legal scholar Adam White discusses the significance of the Dobbs abortion decision and emphasizes the importance of considering the concurring opinions of Ju...

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, various American Jewish groups are mobilizing for activism. The National Council of...

The Supreme Court has recently overturned the precedents set in Roe v. Wade and Casey v. Planned Parenthood, leaving the issue of abortion to be decided at t...

In this discussion, the focus is on Spinoza's Jewish identity and his denial of being Jewish. The episode explores Spinoza's reaction to the Shabtai Tzvi sto...

The podcast episode discusses recent kosher controversies, such as non-Orthodox certification, disruptive behaviors at kosher establishments, and scandals in...

The Jewish community has progressed from acknowledging queer Jews to actively working towards their inclusion in Jewish law and practice. The Queer Jewish In...

This episode explores the perspective of Torah on abortion and its relevance to the ongoing American debate on the topic, including questioning if the Torah ...

This episode of Unorthodox explores personal stories of conversion to Judaism, highlighting the emotional and spiritual journeys of those who choose to join ...

NBA superstar LeBron James made a notable appearance at a Jewish wedding in New York City, attended by the Schottenstein family, where he held hands with Rab...

This episode delves into the troubling issue of underreported sexual abuse in Orthodox Jewish communities, exploring the systemic barriers that prevent victi...

The podcast delves into the shift in electoral behavior before upcoming primaries, questioning why individuals lean towards extreme theories about America ra...

This episode discusses Rachel Cohen Yeshurun's advocacy for women's rights to pray at the Western Wall with Women of the Wall amidst ongoing opposition from ...

Lorie Wolf shares her harrowing journey as a sexual assault survivor, criticizing the Orthodox Jewish community for mishandling her case. The episode emphasi...

Henry Morgentaler, a Holocaust survivor and prominent figure in Canada's pro-choice movement, fought for safe abortions in a once-restrictive system, endurin...

Rabbi Ayelet Cohen, the new dean of the Jewish Theological Seminary, emphasizes that abortion is permissible under Jewish law, especially to protect the moth...

Matthew Continetti discusses the significant leak of a Supreme Court draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade on a podcast, addressing the immediate political i...

In this episode, Kylie Unell explores the spiritual concept of chesed (loving-kindness) during the first week of counting the Omer. Through personal reflecti...

In this episode, Rabbi Avraham Plotkin discusses his book on bereavement and addressing death, "Seven Conversations with Jerry," which he wrote while process...

Dianne Saxe, a Jewish environmental lawyer and former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, is running for the Green Party in the University-Rosedale riding...

Legal expert Adam White discusses a Florida judge's decision to end the Biden administration's mask mandate on a podcast, questioning the reasoning behind th...

In this episode, Sara Davis recounts her journey of rediscovering her Jewish roots, which included ordering Jewish ritual items from Israel that were detaine...

In this interview, philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum discusses her perspectives on Reform Judaism, emphasizing its evolution towards inclusivity, particularly i...

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

In this episode, the discussion focuses on the wide-reaching impact of Rav Chaim Kanievsky within Israeli Jewry, examining what made him special and why his ...

The article explores the ethical implications of social media through the lens of Jewish values, particularly focusing on the Talmudic concept of "geneivat d...

Orthodox Jewish advocacy groups are pushing back against a bill passed by the Senate to make daylight saving time (DST) permanent, citing concerns about its ...

This episode explores the enduring impact of Spinoza's philosophy on the Western world, highlighting the differences in how Judaism and Christianity approach...

The U.S. Senate's recent unanimous approval of a bill to make daylight saving time permanent is set to impact the religious practices of observant Jews signi...

This episode discusses the Russian-Ukrainian crisis, exploring why it is surprising and its historical context. It also delves into the lessons that can be l...

This episode delves into the evidence presented to the Beis Din regarding Spinoza and questions whether the attributed statements were made casually. It also...

Matthew Continetti recently joined a podcast to analyze the Russian war on Ukraine and its implications for American politics and the Right. The discussion d...

This episode delves into the Cherem placed on Baruch Spinoza by the Amsterdam Jewish community, exploring the halachic definition of a Cherem, the role of sh...

The article chronicles the events surrounding Isaac Mayer Wise, the first rabbi to meet an American president, during his visit to President Zachary Taylor i...

This discussion delves into humanity's pursuit of perfection and its manifestation in the world, exploring the origins and implications of this innate drive....

Ben Train and Jonah Babins, founders of the Toronto Magic Company, pivoted their careers during the pandemic by taking their magic shows online, achieving si...

OU Kosher has introduced the Shabbos Keeper for ovens, a device developed in collaboration with GE Appliances and ZMAN Technologies, which makes certain mode...

When Justice Stephen Breyer was appointed to the Supreme Court in 1994, a celebration was held by the International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists...

In the latest episode of Unorthodox, the hosts engage in a lively discussion on antisemitism, the Jewish experience in America, and the politics surrounding ...

This article discusses the challenges faced by the Democratic Party in passing progressive reform in the Senate, highlighting a lack of clear strategy. It al...

Canadian rabbis have expressed strong opposition to the United Church of Canada's new Mideast policy, which they believe unfairly targets Israel. The proposa...

The protracted legal battle over a Nazi-looted painting by Camille Pissarro, valued at over $30 million, takes a pivotal turn as it reaches the United States...

Rachel B. Gross discusses her book 'Beyond the Synagogue', exploring how nostalgia for mid-20th century Jewish traditions has become a form of religious prac...

Rabbi Arnold Noteh Glogauer, a Chabad rabbi and Canadian military chaplain, discusses his experiences as the first Jewish chaplain on a Royal Canadian Navy s...

In this episode, the discussion revolves around the classification of suicide according to Jewish law, questioning its permissibility in certain circumstance...

The episode discusses Uriel de Costa's tragic end, focusing on his attempt to rejoin the Jewish community after writing books against Judaism and religion. T...