Forward
Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ brings up ‘Jewish lightning’: What does it mean, and is it antisemitic?
30 Jun 2023
The Bear, a drama series on FX and Hulu, has sparked controversy with its reference to "Jewish lightning." The term is used to describe arson aimed at collec...
30 Jun 2023
Forward
In notable stand, Israel’s ambassador to US says ‘trans rights are human rights’
30 Jun 2023
Israeli ambassador to the United States, Michael Herzog, spoke out against intolerance and bigotry targeting the LGBTQ community at a Pride event at the Isra...
30 Jun 2023
Moment
From Chatbots to Cheesecake: 8 Brilliantly Jewish Uses of AI
30 Jun 2023
This article explores eight different ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in Jewish contexts. These include facial recognition technolog...
30 Jun 2023
Forward
‘And Just Like That…’ star Alexa Swinton is having her bat mitzvah in Israel
30 Jun 2023
Actress Alexa Swinton, known for her role as Rock Goldenblatt in "And Just Like That," is celebrating her bat mitzvah in Israel. Swinton's character on the s...
30 Jun 2023
Forward
Behind CUNY graduation speech furor, a university divided over Zionism
30 Jun 2023
A graduation speech by Fatima Mousa Mohammed, a first-generation immigrant from Yemen, at the City University of New York (CUNY) Law School sparked controver...
30 Jun 2023
Forward
Are Jews white? Confusion mars policies on affirmative action
30 Jun 2023
This article discusses the question of whether Jews are considered white and the implications for affirmative action policies. The author shares their mother...
30 Jun 2023
Forward
Jews are safer online than other Americans. Is it because we can hide our identity?
30 Jun 2023
A recent survey by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that 44% of American Jewish adults have experienced online harassment, with 31% reporting severe ha...
30 Jun 2023
People of the Pod
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'Signed, Sealed, Delivered?': Exploring Israel's Declaration of Independence with People of the Pod and Israel Story
30 Jun 2023
People of the Pod and Israel Story have partnered to create a podcast series called "Signed, Sealed, Delivered?" that explores the lives of the signatories o...
30 Jun 2023
Tikvah
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Avital Levi on Loyalty
30 Jun 2023
In this podcast, Avital Levi, a postdoctoral fellow at Tel Aviv University, explores the subject of loyalty as a human sentiment and moral virtue. She examin...
30 Jun 2023
Tikvah
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Avital Levi on Loyalty
30 Jun 2023
Avital Levi, a postdoctoral fellow at Tel Aviv University, explores the concept of loyalty in this podcast. She questions what keeps divided nations from des...
30 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Commentary on Commentary!
30 Jun 2023
The text is a comment left on a platform, praising a podcast episode titled "Commentary on Commentary" for entrepreneurs, mentioning discussions ranging from...
30 Jun 2023
Halacha Headlines
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7/1/23 – Shiur 425 – HOT DEAL OR HOT AIR – Ponzi Schemes Proliferating – The Halachic, legal, and monetary ramifiactions
30 Jun 2023
In this audio conversation, the speakers discuss the ethical and legal implications of Ponzi schemes, which are proliferating. They address questions such as...
30 Jun 2023
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Outside Edge
30 Jun 2023
In Israel, settler violence in the West Bank sparks condemnation from top military officials and draws attention globally. Concurrently, Benjamin Netanyahu's...
30 Jun 2023
Tablet
The Magic of Arak
30 Jun 2023
Arak is a Levantine distilled spirit made from grapes and aniseed, commonly consumed in Israel. It is often enjoyed mixed with cold water and ice, which give...
30 Jun 2023
Tablet
How to Get Excommunicated in 2023
30 Jun 2023
A college student and devout Lutheran, Ryan Turnipseed, faced the possibility of excommunication by his church after criticizing the church's new edition of ...
30 Jun 2023
Tablet
Fitting In on the Fourth of July
30 Jun 2023
The article discusses the challenges faced by American Jews during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in fitting into the American celebration of the Fou...
30 Jun 2023
Tablet
Every Day Is Like 9/11
30 Jun 2023
The band Home Is Where has released a new album called "the whaler," which explores the concept of a time loop with an emo perspective. The album tells the s...
30 Jun 2023
Moment
The End of Affirmative Action?
29 Jun 2023
The recent Supreme Court decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions has prompted strong emotional responses, particularly within the Jewish com...
29 Jun 2023
People of the Pod
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Conversation with AJC CEO Ted Deutch
29 Jun 2023
Israeli President Isaac Herzog sat down with AJC CEO Ted Deutch to discuss key issues including judicial reform, Israel-Diaspora relations, and the importanc...
29 Jun 2023
Forward
To fix Wikipedia's Holocaust denial, we must start by naming names
29 Jun 2023
The article discusses the problem of misinformation and inaccuracies on Wikipedia, with examples such as false statements about historical figures and events...
29 Jun 2023
Jewish Currents
Recent Polls of US Jews Reflect Polarized Community - Trying to keep up with shifting opinion on Israel/Palestine, surveys of American Jews are beginning to ask new questions.
29 Jun 2023
Recent polls of American Jews reveal a polarized community with shifting opinions on Israel. While mainstream American Jewish organizations continue to suppo...
29 Jun 2023
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Prof. Yedidia Stern: A 'thin constitution'
29 Jun 2023
Prof. Yedidia Stern discusses the need for a 'thin constitution' in Israel to address challenges arising from unclear procedural governance and ongoing judic...
29 Jun 2023
Promised Podcast
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The “Just a Little Longer” Edition
29 Jun 2023
In a special episode for the end of Pride Month, the Promised Podcast revisits significant LGBTQ+ moments and music from its archives.
29 Jun 2023
Promised Podcast
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The “Just a Little Longer” Edition
29 Jun 2023
The Promised Podcast celebrates Pride Month by revisiting some of its memorable LGBTQ+ moments and featuring music related to LGBTQ+ themes.
29 Jun 2023
Forward
My friend doesn’t like the way I talk. And now she won’t talk to me about it
29 Jun 2023
In this article from The Forward's "A Bintel Brief" column, a reader seeks advice on how to repair a friendship that has been strained due to a communication...
29 Jun 2023
The Habura
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The Role of Targum Onqelos in Miqra Study - Daniel Osen
29 Jun 2023
The article discusses the role of Targum Onqelos in the study of the Hebrew Bible, or Miqra. Targum Onqelos is an Aramaic translation and interpretation of t...
29 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Up the Down Podcast
29 Jun 2023
In the "Up the Down Podcast," the hosts discuss listener questions, including one from a husband concerned about his wife leaving her teaching profession. Th...
29 Jun 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Sarah Schenirer: A Revolutionary Traditionalist
29 Jun 2023
Sarah Schenirer, a notable figure from Krakow, Poland, reshaped female Jewish education a century ago by establishing the Beis Yaakov school system, blending...
29 Jun 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Smoke and Mirrors
29 Jun 2023
This segment discusses the impact of Canada's wildfires on Central Canadians, including Jewish communities in Ontario and Quebec, prompting a reflection on J...
29 Jun 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Honey and Barry Sherman’s son builds a hockey arena in their memory for Toronto’s Jewish community
29 Jun 2023
Jonathan Sherman, son of late philanthropists Honey and Barry Sherman, is funding the construction of the Honey and Barry Sherman Arena as a gift to the Toro...
29 Jun 2023
Moment
My Friend Anne Frank with Dina Kraft and Laurel Leff
29 Jun 2023
In this discussion, journalist Dina Kraft shares the story of Hannah Pick-Goslar, a close friend of Anne Frank mentioned multiple times in her diary. Hannah ...
29 Jun 2023
Unorthodox
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Eyes on the Prize: Ep. 369
29 Jun 2023
In this episode of Unorthodox, JCC Krakow director Jonathan Ornstein discusses contemporary Jewish life in Poland. The Gentile of the Week, Antonio Pagliarul...
29 Jun 2023
Unorthodox
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Eyes on the Prize: Ep. 369
29 Jun 2023
The podcast episode discussed in this text features JCC Krakow director Jonathan Ornstein talking about Jewish life in Poland, and author Antonio Pagliarulo ...
29 Jun 2023
Lehrhaus
Reclaiming the Classical Sephardic Tradition: Tracing its Origins and Evolution
29 Jun 2023
The article discusses the need to reclaim the classical Sephardic tradition, which is rooted in principles of vibrant Judaism deeply connected to tradition b...
29 Jun 2023
Tablet
The Dance of Time
29 Jun 2023
The article discusses the influence of two Russian oligarchs, known as the Little Leonids, who control Russia's fashion and luxury markets. Born into Russia'...
29 Jun 2023
Tablet
The Jews of Deadwood
29 Jun 2023
Deadwood, South Dakota, known for its Wild West history and the HBO series, was home to a vibrant Jewish population in the late 1800s. The town attracted a d...
29 Jun 2023
Tablet
‘I Speak English, but I Don’t Speak American’
29 Jun 2023
Over 500,000 Israeli expats live in the U.S., with large communities in New York, California, Florida, and New Jersey. They maintain their Hebrew language an...
29 Jun 2023
The Beinart Notebook
Professor Avi Shlaim on the Jews Who Left Iraq
28 Jun 2023
In a recent interview, Professor Avi Shlaim discusses his new book, "Three Worlds: Memoir of an Arab-Jew," which sheds light on the experiences of Jewish com...
28 Jun 2023
Moment
Deep Dive | Whose Speech Is Free on Musk’s Twitter?
28 Jun 2023
Elon Musk's public image has shifted from being compared to a superhero to being associated with a supervillain. He has made controversial statements on Twit...
28 Jun 2023
18forty
Why I Read on Shabbos: A Manifesto
28 Jun 2023
The author explains why they enjoy reading on Shabbos. They emphasize the joy of reading and the experience of being fully present with a book without distra...
28 Jun 2023
Forward
If they were 'the only band that mattered,' is he the only Jewish guitarist who matters?
28 Jun 2023
This article discusses the role of Mick Jones, the late singer-songwriter-guitarist of The Clash, in the band's success. While Joe Strummer is often seen as ...
28 Jun 2023
Jewish Table
Coconut Chicken Curry with Roasted Veggies
28 Jun 2023
The author reflects on their child going to Jewish summer camp for the first time and contemplates the range of emotions and experiences their child may have...
28 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Should We Praise Rich Leftists?
28 Jun 2023
The discussion revolves around whether we should praise wealthy leftists like Sam Bankman-Fried, who faces legal issues related to his cryptocurrency exchang...
28 Jun 2023
Jewish Currents
The Hindu Nationalists Using the Pro-Israel Playbook - Inspired by Jewish groups that cast criticism of Israel as antisemitism, Hindu American organizations are advancing a concept of “Hinduphobia” that puts India beyond reproach.
28 Jun 2023
Hindu American organizations are taking inspiration from Jewish groups to combat criticism of India. They are framing criticism as Hinduphobia and using tact...
28 Jun 2023
Forward
8 creepy things Donald Trump has said about Ivanka
28 Jun 2023
This article highlights several instances where Donald Trump has made creepy and offensive comments about his daughter Ivanka. These incidents range from Tru...
28 Jun 2023
Jewish Insider
In rollout of antisemitism strategy, White House steers clear of the Jewish state
28 Jun 2023
The White House's National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism was discussed by senior officials without reference to Israel and the complex relationship betwee...
28 Jun 2023
Jewish Insider
Montana Senate race to test influence of GOP establishment in key battleground state
28 Jun 2023
The race for a Senate seat in Montana is shaping up to be a contentious battle between a hard-right incumbent, Rep. Matt Rosendale, and a political newcomer,...
28 Jun 2023
Tablet
Dissent in the Reform Ranks
28 Jun 2023
The Re-Charging Reform Judaism conference held at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue discussed internal divisions and concerns within the Reform movement. Keynote s...
28 Jun 2023
Tablet
The Right Way to Talk About Vaccines
28 Jun 2023
The article discusses the current state of discourse around vaccines and the polarization of opinions. It highlights the tendency to label those with differi...
28 Jun 2023
Tablet
‘Why Do All Rabbis Hate Me?’
28 Jun 2023
The article discusses the experience of a young man who felt hurt and rejected by rabbis due to his sexual orientation. The young man was upset by a video in...
28 Jun 2023