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My Family Was Divided — Over Sweet Gefilte Fish
9 Apr
The author reflects on the animosity between her great-grandmother (from a Litvak background) and her grandmother (from a Galician background) within their J...
9 Apr
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Help Us Choose Kveller’s Passover Parody Contest Winner!
9 Apr
Kveller has closed submissions for their Passover parody contest, revealing Broadway star Jonah Platt will sing the winning entry. The finalists feature crea...
9 Apr
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All the Jewish TV to Watch in April 2024
8 Apr
April 2024 brings a variety of Jewish TV shows to watch, including the premiere of the limited series "Unsilenced" on Izzy, based on the case of Israeli Pres...
8 Apr
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All the the Best Passover Clothes on the Internet
8 Apr
As Passover approaches, the internet offers a variety of festive clothing options for the whole family, from cozy pajamas to stylish dresses and themed t-shi...
8 Apr
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For Amit Rahav, the Cast of ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Felt Like His Jewish Family
5 Apr
Israeli actor Amit Rahav, known for his roles in "Unorthodox" and "We Were the Lucky Ones," discusses his connection to Holocaust stories and Jewish culture....
5 Apr
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Why Do I Hate ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ So Much?
5 Apr
The writer expresses strong dislike for the show "Curb Your Enthusiasm," detailing a visceral aversion to its humor and worldview centered on kvetching and p...
5 Apr
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What the Kveller Editors Are Buying For Passover
5 Apr
Kveller editors shared their Passover picks, including a ceramic Star of David bowl and ramekins for salt water. Other suggestions were a floral cloth Passov...
5 Apr
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Your Guide to Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Episodes
4 Apr
Hulu's series "We Were the Lucky Ones," based on the book by Georgia Hunter, follows the Kurc family in Poland during the Holocaust. Episode 1 introduces the...
4 Apr
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Josh Radnor Says It Took His Entire Jewish Life Experience to Star in ‘The Ally’
4 Apr
Josh Radnor reflects on his experience starring in the play "The Ally," where he plays a Jewish theater professor caught in a dilemma regarding his progressi...
4 Apr
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Matisyahu Takes on Antisemitism in New Video
3 Apr
Jewish reggae star Matisyahu released a new video for his song "Ascent," filmed in Israel, addressing antisemitism and his support for Israel in response to ...
3 Apr
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Michael Douglas Says He Feels ‘More Connected to Judaism Than Ever’
2 Apr
Actor Michael Douglas expresses a deepening spiritual and religious connection to Judaism, sharing insights on his Jewish heritage, particularly tracing back...
2 Apr
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We Celebrated My Daughter’s Bat Mitzvah When She Was 18 Months Old
2 Apr
A mother recalls preparing for her daughter Havi's unconventional bat mitzvah at 18 months old, necessitated by Havi being diagnosed with Tay-Sachs disease. ...
2 Apr
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Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Introduces Us to Brazilian Holocaust Hero Ambassador Souza Dantas
1 Apr
"Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones' features Brazilian Holocaust hero Ambassador Souza Dantas, who saved around 800 people during the war, including 425 Jews, b...
1 Apr
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Fran Drescher’s Tribute to Her Late Father Is So Touching
1 Apr
Actress Fran Drescher recently shared a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Mort Drescher, who passed away at 94.5. She described him as a loving, respecte...
1 Apr
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How to Handle Antisemitic Incidents at School
1 Apr
The article discusses the prevalence of antisemitic incidents in schools and provides strategies for handling such situations. The author emphasizes the impo...
1 Apr
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Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Introduces American Viewers to Israeli Legend Lior Ashkenazi
29 Mar
Lior Ashkenazi, a highly acclaimed Israeli actor, is making a splash with American audiences in the TV series "We Were the Lucky Ones." Known for his versati...
29 Mar
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For Jewish ‘Third Culture Kids,’ There’s Both Challenges and Joys in a Multicultural Life
29 Mar
The article discusses the experience of raising Jewish Third Culture Kids (TCKs), who grow up in a country different from both of their parents' origins. It ...
29 Mar
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Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Lets Jewish People Be the Heroes of Their Holocaust Story
28 Mar
"Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones' shifts the focus to Jewish protagonists in a Holocaust narrative, deviating from the common portrayal of non-Jewish heroes i...
28 Mar
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A Guide to the Characters of Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’
28 Mar
"We Were the Lucky Ones" on Hulu features a large ensemble cast with a focus on the Kurc family in 1938 Poland. The patriarch, Sol Kurc, is reluctant to leav...
28 Mar
Kveller
Steven Spielberg Just Gave an Incredibly Timely Speech about Antisemitism
27 Mar
Este fin de semana, Steven Spielberg pronunció un poderoso discurso en la Universidad del Sur de California, donde fue honrado por su labor en preservar la m...
27 Mar
Kveller
Tips for Addressing the Current Moment at This Year’s Seder
26 Mar
Kveller offers a guide with seven ways to adapt your Passover Seder this year in light of recent events like the October 7 attack in Israel and the war in Ga...
26 Mar
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Jewish Actress Ashley Tisdale Is Pregnant With Her Second Child
26 Mar
Jewish actress Ashley Tisdale, known for her role in High School Musical, is expecting her second child with her husband, composer Christopher French. Tisdal...
26 Mar
Kveller
This Coldplay Version of ‘Adon Olam’ Is So Touching
26 Mar
Cantor Azi Schwartz performed a heartfelt version of Adon Olam set to the tune of Coldplay's "A Sky Full of Stars" at his son Daniel's bar mitzvah, creating ...
26 Mar
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Jason Gould Is Making Music on His Own Terms
25 Mar
Jason Gould, son of Elliott Gould and Barbra Streisand, has released a new EP titled "Sacred Days," showcasing his angelic voice and spiritual themes in his ...
25 Mar
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Enter Kveller’s Passover Parody Contest!
25 Mar
Kveller's Passover Parody Contest is back after the success of the inaugural event last year, where readers submitted over 100 song parodies with a Passover ...
25 Mar
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A ‘Rugrats’ Purim Special Is Here!
22 Mar
The beloved 90s show Rugrats has been rebooted with a new 3D version that continues to incorporate Jewish families and traditions, similar to its original ep...
22 Mar
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Six13’s Purim Song This Year Isn’t Your Typical Parody
22 Mar
This year, Six13, a Jewish a cappella group, released a Purim song medley that is different from the usual parodies due to the current challenges facing Isra...
22 Mar
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The Second Season of ‘Life & Beth’ Is Funnier, Darker and Just As Jewish
21 Mar
The second season of "Life & Beth" deepens its exploration of Jewish themes while balancing humor and darkness, addressing heavy topics such as sexual assaul...
21 Mar
Kveller
My Mother’s Classic Jewish Film ‘Hester Street’ Deserves Its Renaissance
21 Mar
Joan Micklin Silver's 1975 Oscar-nominated film, "Hester Street," based on Abraham Cahan's novella, captures the Jewish immigrant experience. Despite challen...
21 Mar
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5 Hamantaschen Recipes That Won’t Explode in the Oven
20 Mar
With Purim approaching, the article presents five Hamantaschen recipes that aim to prevent the common issue of cookies exploding in the oven. Different takes...
20 Mar
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Helena Bonham Carter Grew Up Knowing She Was ‘Unmistakably Jewish’
19 Mar
Helena Bonham Carter, known for her captivating roles in various films, particularly shines in the biopic "One Life" as Barbara Winton, a woman who assisted ...
19 Mar
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‘Masters of the Air’ Actor Nate Mann Opens Up About His Jewish Heritage
19 Mar
Actor Nate Mann, who portrayed Lt. Robert Rosie Rosenthal in the Apple TV+ show Masters of the Air, discussed his Jewish heritage and the personal connection...
19 Mar
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‘One Life’ Is a Moving, Well-Crafted Biopic about a Holocaust Hero
18 Mar
"One Life" is a poignant biopic about Holocaust hero Nicholas Winton, who saved 669 mostly Jewish children during the Holocaust through the Kindertransport. ...
18 Mar
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According to the Torah, My Gray Hair Is a ‘Crown of Glory’
18 Mar
The author reflects on embracing her gray hair as a natural sign of aging and wisdom rather than concealing it, drawing inspiration from Jewish teachings tha...
18 Mar
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The ‘Masters of the Air’ Finale Gives Us a Powerful Jewish Scene
15 Mar
The final episode of the Apple TV+ series "Masters of the Air" features a poignant Jewish scene where Lieutenant Colonel Rosie Rosenthal, a Jewish American h...
15 Mar
Kveller
This Israeli Influencer Helped Me Love My Accent
15 Mar
The writer, an Israeli-American immigrant, reflects on their accent and fear of being perceived as a foreigner due to their proficient English, lacking a dis...
15 Mar
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Rama Burshtein Is the Queen of Complicated Haredi Love Stories
14 Mar
Rama Burshtein is celebrated as the queen of complex Haredi love stories through her acclaimed works like "Fill the Void," "The Wedding Plan," and now "Fire ...
14 Mar
Kveller
The Beauty and Power of Jewish Naming Traditions
13 Mar
The author reflects on the beauty and significance of Jewish naming traditions through the story of her grandmother, Sylvia Sirlin, and her great grandmother...
13 Mar
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Israel’s 2024 Eurovision Song ‘Hurricane’ Is Here
12 Mar
Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry, "Hurricane" by Eden Golan, stands out as a dramatic power ballad with somber and dark tones, differing from previous more upb...
12 Mar
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Sarah Levy Honors Jewish Dad Eugene Levy at His Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony
11 Mar
Comedian and actor Eugene Levy was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, celebrated by his family and friends, including daughter Sarah Levy who gave a...
11 Mar
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I Was Told My Great-Bubby Had an ‘Unfulfilled’ Life. That’s Not How I Remember Her.
11 Mar
The author reflects on memories of their great-grandmother, known as Bubby, challenging the characterization of her life as unfulfilled. Through conversation...
11 Mar
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Yes, That’s a Jewish Doctor in the Children’s Classic ‘Madeline’
8 Mar
The classic children's book "Madeline" by Ludwig Bemelmans features a Jewish doctor named Dr. Cohn who cares for Madeline when she is sick. The character of ...
8 Mar
Kveller
Soviet Jewish Trauma Is at the Heart of This Darkly Comic Novel
8 Mar
Novelist Katya Apekina's second book, "Mother Doll," delves into matrilineal intergenerational trauma, featuring a darkly funny family saga involving a pregn...
8 Mar
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Jewish Actor Daveed Diggs Welcomes First Baby with Emmy Raver-Lampman
8 Mar
Jewish actor Daveed Diggs, known for his roles in "Hamilton" and "Blindspotting," recently welcomed his first child with wife Emmy Raver-Lampman. The couple,...
8 Mar
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An American Adaptation of this Chaotic British Jewish Family Show Is Coming
7 Mar
An American adaptation of the British Jewish comedy show "Friday Night Dinner" is set to debut on Amazon FreeVee in April as "Dinner With the Parents," starr...
7 Mar
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Gal Gadot Gave Her 4th Daughter a Beautiful Hebrew Name
7 Mar
Israeli actress Gal Gadot and her husband Yaron Varsano welcomed their fourth daughter, giving her the Hebrew name Ori, meaning "my light." Gadot shared a he...
7 Mar
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This Podcast Uncovers a Famous Iranian Jewish Family’s Incredible Story
6 Mar
"The Nightingale of Iran" is a podcast that delves into the fascinating history of the Dardashti family, prominent Iranian Jews. It explores the rise of the ...
6 Mar
Kveller
Why Are There So Many Golems in Minecraft?
6 Mar
Minecraft, a popular video game, features various types of golems, including the Iron Golem, inspired by Jewish folklore's protective creature. While the gam...
6 Mar
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Phil Rosenthal and Daughter Lily Find Their Jewish Joy Through Food
5 Mar
Producer and writer Phil Rosenthal and his daughter Lily Rosenthal explore their Jewish identity through food in their collaboration, a book titled "Just Try...
5 Mar
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Jewish Fashion Icon Iris Apfel Taught Us to Be Colorful and Proud
4 Mar
Jewish fashion icon Iris Apfel, who passed away at 102, left a vibrant legacy encouraging confidence and self-expression through colorful and unique style. R...
4 Mar