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Alana Newhouse, editor-in-chief of Tablet, discusses the launch of a new print magazine, arguing that in an era dominated by AI-generated content, there is a...

Pnina Tornai, renowned Israeli wedding dress designer and star of TLC's 'Say Yes to the Dress,' discusses her unexpected journey from Paris to becoming a glo...

Host Courtney Hazlett talks with filmmaker Yael Melamede about her documentary, "ADA: My Mother the Architect," which explores the life and work of renowned ...

Activists Jay Ruderman, Tuly Weisz, and Pesach Wolicki discuss effective activism, emphasizing the importance of a strategic, non-intimidating approach. They...

Liel Leibovitz interviews activists Jay Ruderman, Tuly Weiss, and Pesach Woliki on effective activism and the significance of the World Zionist Congress elec...

Comedian Zarna Garg shares her journey as an Indian mom in America, discussing her strong connections to Jewish culture and her stand against antisemitism, p...

Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's controversial Minister of National Security, discusses his polarizing views and actions, including his aggressive stance on terrori...

Matisyahu reflects on his evolution as a Jewish musician, detailing his journey from his early forays into music, to his time immersed in Hasidic Judaism, an...

Author Dara Horn joins the podcast to discuss Jewish responses to tragic events, anti-Semitism, and optimism for the future, alongside her new graphic novel ...

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz discusses the concept of dual loyalty among American Jews, advocating for a proud embrace of loyalty to both the United States and Israe...

Attorney Gary Osen discusses a lawsuit involving Palestinian-American mogul Bashar Masri, whose real estate properties in Gaza allegedly served as Hamas atta...

Courtney Hazlett and Rabbi Diana Fersko explore crucial and sometimes quirky aspects of Passover, such as the cultural variations in Seder practices and the ...

Entrepreneur and author Mark Gerson argues in his book 'God Was Right' that multi-millennial Torah prescriptions can be corroborated by contemporary social s...

Ayelet Zurer discusses her portrayal of Ahinoam, a complex biblical character, emphasizing themes of motherhood, identity, and faith. The episode explores ho...

Josh Hammer discusses his book 'Israel and Civilization' with Liel Leibovitz, positing that the future of Western civilization is intricately tied to the suc...

Jewish Studies professor Jordan Rosenblum explores the symbolic significance of the pig in Jewish culture, addressing both its historical and contemporary im...

Jordan Rosenblum explores the profound symbolism of the pig in Jewish culture, highlighting how it's been used to affirm and challenge Jewish identity throug...

Cary Nelson discusses the ideological decline in universities, particularly how anti-Zionism has contributed to current campus climates of ideological confor...

Cary Nelson discusses how universities have shifted from their foundational principles of free inquiry to embracing ideological conformity, driven partly by ...

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, shares insights from the World Bobsled Championships and highlights the challenges face...

Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz argues in favor of embracing dual loyalty for American Jews, advocating for simultaneous loyalty to both America and Israel as a harmoni...

Salvador Litvak, the "Accidental Talmudist," discusses his new film "Guns and Moses," about a small-town rabbi who becomes a gunslinger following an attack o...

Ilya Shapiro discusses the legal grounds for Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation from the U.S., emphasizing that it's a matter of immigration law violations due to ...

Journalist Eli Lake critiques Trump’s handling of Ukraine, highlighting missteps including potential appeasement towards Putin, while analyzing Israel’s stra...

In this episode, the team discusses the new streaming show 'Kugel,' a prequel to the popular series 'Shtisel.' Actress Hadas Yaron shares insights on her rol...

Yehonatan Indursky returns with a new prequel to 'Shtisel' called 'Kugel,' highlighting the rich narrative of Libbi and her father Nuchem Shtisel in Antwerp....

Dara Horn discusses the challenging realities of modern antisemitism while encouraging optimism for the Jewish future, as highlighted by her latest children'...

Renowned author Dara Horn shares her insights on dealing with the anger and frustration from recent events affecting the Jewish community and discusses her n...

Author Dara Horn discusses the collective anger of Jews following recent tragic events, offering insights into coping with antisemitism while maintaining hop...

Rabbi Irving Greenberg presents his thought-provoking theories on the evolution of Jewish theology and the possibility of reforming Orthodox Judaism to refle...

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jew to compete in the Winter Olympics, discusses his journey as an athlete, the challenges faced by Jewish athletes, and his m...

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jew to compete in the Winter Olympics, discusses the challenges and triumphs of being an Israeli bobsledder and the cultural a...

AJ Edelman, an Orthodox Jew and pilot of the Israeli bobsled team, discusses his journey to becoming a Winter Olympian and the challenges he faces in raising...

Jennifer Sey discusses her journey from a national gymnastics champion to a CEO advocating for women's rights in sports, emphasizing the challenges she faced...

Anna Goldfarb explores the intricacies of modern friendship, emphasizing the need for clear and meaningful connections in a digitally-driven world. She discu...

Journalist and friendship expert Anna Goldfarb discusses the complexities of maintaining and building friendships in modern times, emphasizing the need for m...

The episode features Tablet Magazine's Tony Badran discussing former President Trump's radical proposal to evacuate Gaza of its 1.8 million Palestinian resid...

Discussing Trump's proposal to resettle Palestinian residents from Gaza, Tony Badran argues the plan as generous yet controversial, challenging existing norm...

Ben Freeman discusses the indigenous identity of the Jewish people in connection to Israel, challenging prevailing narratives that frame Jews solely as a rel...

Ben M. Freeman discusses his new book, 'The Jews: An Indigenous People,' exploring the Jewish people's indigenous ties to Israel and the broader implications...

Spencer Klavan discusses the intersection of science and religion, exploring how modern scientific discoveries often echo ancient theological ideas. He chall...

Lisa Edelstein discusses her journey from a prominent 80s figure and actress to a painter whose Jewish identity deeply influences her art. In the episode, Ed...

Lisa Edelstein discusses her new art show, 'Dance Me to the End of the World,' emphasizing its Jewish themes and how her cultural heritage influences her wor...

British journalist Melanie Phillips critiques the mismanagement of the Rotherham scandal by authorities prioritizing multiculturalism over liberal democratic...

Melanie Phillips discusses the Rotherham child sex scandal and attributes its mishandling to the dangers of multiculturalism, arguing that this ideology unde...

Rabbi Marc Katz discusses the pragmatic approach of Yochanan ben Zakkai in preserving Jewish teachings by prioritizing the establishment of a school over sav...

Rabbi Marc Katz discusses the pragmatic decisions underlying rabbinic Judaism, focusing on Yohanan ben Zakkai's choice to prioritize establishing a school ov...

Gadi Taub expresses deep concerns over Israel's hostage swap deal with Hamas, criticizing it as a strategic defeat and a threat to Israeli security. He highl...

Israeli journalist Gadi Taub voices his opposition to a recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, arguing that it undermines Israel's strategic go...

Wildfires in Los Angeles have upended daily life, with numerous Jewish families and synagogues among those affected. The community's response is built on tra...