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This episode of Bonjour Chai explores the increased presence of Conservative politicians in Canadian Jewish communities and the implications of this politica...

Conservative Canadian politicians have increasingly engaged with Jewish communities, creating a perceived rightward shift in traditionally apolitical Jewish ...

On the Bonjour Chai podcast, the hosts discuss recent developments in U.S. politics, focusing on President Joe Biden's decision not to seek re-election. Vice...

Amidst the backdrop of President Biden withdrawing his re-election bid and Vice President Harris stepping in as the likely Democratic nominee, this episode e...

The podcast delves into the impact and legacy of sex education figures Dr. Ruth Westheimer and Richard Simmons, exploring their influence and the evolution o...

The episode discusses the recent passing of sexual education pioneer Dr. Ruth Westheimer and explores her enduring influence on public sex education within J...

This episode discusses the impact of recent elections in France and the UK on Jewish communities, highlighting the political tension between choosing between...

The episode discusses the implications of recent elections in France and the UK, highlighting the complex position of Jewish communities within shifting poli...

Ben Wexler joins Bonjour Chai to discuss the contentious perception of Jews as settlers in Israel and beyond, exploring how this narrative dovetails with the...

Amidst a global political shift and rising antisemitic sentiments, Ben Wexler explores the identity of Jews as perceived perpetual settlers, whether in Israe...

Writer Hadley Freeman returns to discuss the 'Omnicause,' a term describing the conflation of various progressive causes, highlighting the complexities for J...

Hadley Freeman discusses the "Omnicause," a phenomenon where diverse progressive issues are amalgamated into a single movement, often ignoring complexities a...

Hosted by Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy, this episode of Bonjour Chai features an interview with Dr. Sara Glass about her memoir 'Kissing Girls on Shabb...

Sara Glass, author of "Kissing Girls on Shabbat," discusses her journey from a strict Hasidic upbringing to embracing her identity as a queer modern Orthodox...

Exploring the Jewish Leftist roots in Montreal, this episode delves into the impact of language, culture, and Jewish identity on labor movements, focusing pa...

The episode "Labour of Love" from the Recollections miniseries celebrates the Jewish labor movements in Montreal, focusing on the pivotal role of organizer L...

Avi and Phoebe explore the controversial actions of Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, which deployed social media bots to influence American opinions on...

The episode delves into Israel's unusual international alliances, including the creation of social media bots to influence American politicians and an associ...

The decline of Jewish 'third spaces,' such as the recent closure of Israel's Judaica store in Toronto, highlights a cultural shift where younger generations ...

Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy discuss the closure of Israel's Judaica in Toronto, symbolizing the broader decline of Jewish 'third spaces' where Jews ga...

Eitan Hersh, a political science professor at Tufts University, discusses his innovative class on conservative ideas at a predominantly liberal college, aimi...

Eitan Hersh, a political science professor at Tufts University, experimented with teaching a class on conservative ideas at his liberal college, highlighting...

The episode delves into the controversy surrounding Joe Roberts, examining the dynamics of who claims the authority to define Jewish identity, particularly w...

Amid online controversy, Joe Roberts faces scrutiny over his Jewish identity due to his pro-Israel stance, leading to debates over who gets to define Jewishn...

Jewish studies professors on college campuses are caught between advocacy and academia as they navigate complex political landscapes, often leading to confli...

The episode delves into the tensions faced by Jewish studies professors on college campuses amidst growing pro-Palestinian protests, exploring how their acad...

Pro-Palestinian encampments on Canadian campuses have sparked debates about student activism and its role in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Montreal-based rep...

Journalist Justin Ling joins "Bonjour Chai" to discuss pro-Palestinian encampments on American and Canadian campuses, exploring the movement's aims and contr...

This year's Great Canadian Seder addresses the challenge of navigating political discussions, particularly concerning Israel, at family gatherings. The episo...

The Great Canadian Seder convenes voices across Canadian Jewry to explore the Seder's role in family dynamics, political discussions about Israel, and the te...

The episode explores the controversy around the resignation of Guernica's editor, Jina Moore, following backlash over an essay by Israeli writer Joanna Chen,...

In the wake of controversy surrounding Guernica retracting an essay by Israeli writer Joanna Chen, the literary world grapples with restrictions on Jewish vo...

The episode delves into the implications of smartphone use on youth mental health, particularly within the Jewish community, highlighting an increasing prefe...

The episode delves into the increasing concerns over children's smartphone usage, highlighted by Jonathan Haidt's article, discussing mental health impacts a...

Amid a reported rise in antisemitic incidents across Canada, this episode delves into the profound cultural and political shifts within the country, featurin...

Ellin Bessner joins "Bonjour Chai" to discuss the concerning rise of antisemitism in Canada, as highlighted by recent alarming headlines in major publication...

Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy delve into the parallels between Kate Middleton's disappearance and Queen Esther's story from Purim, while discussing the ...

This episode draws parallels between Kate Middleton's disappearance and Queen Esther's story, examining themes of truth and transparency in Jewish texts. Avi...

Adina Sash, also known as @FlatbushGirl, joins the hosts to discuss the plight of agunot, particularly highlighting the case of Malky Berkowitz, an Orthodox ...

The episode explores the challenges faced by Orthodox women trapped in marriages due to the refusal of their husbands to grant a get, highlighting the case o...

Journalists Avi Finegold, Phoebe Maltz Bovy, and Gabby Deutch analyze whether the portrayal of antisemitism since October 7 matches the dire imagery found in...

After reflecting on recent high-profile articles discussing the rise of antisemitism in North America since October 7, the hosts question whether current fea...

The episode delves into the topic of polyamory, comparing it with traditional Jewish values and examining how contemporary Jewish communities might navigate ...

Phoebe Maltz Bovy and Avi Finegold delve into the concept of polyamory and its distinction from traditional polygamy, questioning its ethical implications wi...

The Jewish Public Library in Montreal faced controversy for pulling pro-Palestinian author Élise Gravel's books over her social media posts critical of Israe...

The episode delves into the controversial decision by the Jewish Public Library in Montreal to remove and then reinstate books by É lise Gravel following her...

The discussion delves into the challenges rabbinical schools face today, particularly due to a generational shift where young Jews increasingly identify as n...

The generational shift away from Zionism among young rabbis is challenging Jewish seminaries and synagogues grappling with declining enrollments. This phenom...

JewBelong's recent pivot to aggressively tackle antisemitism alongside Robert Kraft's prominent marketing efforts have sparked debate over the effectiveness ...

Amid rising anti-Semitism and controversial rebranding efforts by Jewish organizations, Avi and Phoebe discuss the role of marketing in Jewish identity and c...