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Hasid or Hipster?
20 Mar
Mik Moore discusses the revival of 'Heeb' magazine, aiming to recapture the innovative and rebellious Jewish cultural spirit of the early 2000s for a new gen...
20 Mar
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Is Trump the New Achashverosh?
14 Mar
This provocative episode of Bonjour Chai discusses the controversial arrest and potential deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist, and how ...
14 Mar
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Twin Peaks
7 Mar
The episode discusses concurrent antisemitism summits held by the ADL in the United States and the Canadian government, questioning their effectiveness in co...
7 Mar
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Two Rights Make a Wrong
28 Feb
The podcast episode delves into the rise of Meir Kahane's extremist ideologies within the Jewish social media sphere, focusing on influencer Lizzy Savetsky's...
28 Feb
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You Can't Spell TDSB Without BDS
20 Feb
A Toronto District School Board meeting spanning 14 hours was contentious as trustees deliberated on whether to accept a report on antisemitism containing 32...
20 Feb
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Serenity Now
13 Feb
The episode explores the complexities of modern relationships, highlighting the unrealistic expectations placed on partners and the increasing popularity of ...
13 Feb
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Gaza is the 52nd State
7 Feb
Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy discuss the implications of Trump's tariff threats on Canada, highlighting the impact on kosher food prices and a shift in...
7 Feb
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Why Did the Nazi Cross the Road?
31 Jan
Elon Musk's controversial Nazi-themed jokes spark debate over the nature of humor and the shifting context of Nazi and Holocaust references today. The conver...
31 Jan
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Why Did the Nazi Cross the Road?
31 Jan
Elon Musk's controversial Nazi jokes on social media have sparked a debate on the boundaries of humor, especially in the context of far-right movements and o...
31 Jan
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Raise Your Hand if You Like Trump
24 Jan
Donald Trump's initial actions in his second term as president, including reversing sanctions on Israeli settlers and pardoning January 6th rioters, provoke ...
24 Jan
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You Had Me at Goodbye
10 Jan
Following Justin Trudeau's resignation, Jonathan Kay, who ghostwrote part of Trudeau's memoir, reflects on Trudeau's political journey and his impact on the ...
10 Jan
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Freeland of Expression
20 Dec 2024
Amidst major political upheavals in Canada's federal government, the hosts unpack the impact of public resignations and political shifts for the Jewish commu...
20 Dec 2024
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The Z Word
13 Dec 2024
The podcast explores the results of a recent survey revealing a complex and sometimes contradictory relationship of Canadian Jews to Zionism and Israel. Ben ...
13 Dec 2024
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Pushy Pencils
5 Dec 2024
The episode explores the closure of the influential indie magazine Broken Pencil amid ideological conflicts within the Canadian arts scene, highlighting tens...
5 Dec 2024
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Stuffed to the Gillers
29 Nov 2024
Canadian arts institutions are increasingly politicized, with Anne Michaels' Giller Prize win igniting controversy due to Scotiabank's ties with Israel. Cult...
29 Nov 2024
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Challah Back
22 Nov 2024
The episode delves into the recent controversy surrounding a pro-Palestinian chef's article in Chatelaine magazine, exploring the implications of cultural si...
22 Nov 2024
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Don't Heart Huckabees
15 Nov 2024
In this episode, Avi and Phoebe discuss the controversial appointment of Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel and its implications for Jewish-American ...
15 Nov 2024
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Roncesvalles Minyan
7 Nov 2024
Amidst turmoil over the Giller Prize's association with Scotiabank, which has financial ties to an Israeli arms dealer, pro-Palestinian writers are boycottin...
7 Nov 2024
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Election-Swinging Jews
1 Nov 2024
This episode explores the nuances of the Jewish vote in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, highlighting the factors influencing Jewish voter preference...
1 Nov 2024
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What Do We Mean by Zion?
22 Oct 2024
Avi Finegold's article delves into the complex relationship between Jews and Zionism, exploring various perspectives on Jewish sovereignty, the messianic era...
22 Oct 2024
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Dishy Vicar
11 Oct 2024
A new Netflix series highlights the complexities of interfaith relationships through a non-Jewish character falling for a young rabbi, sparking discussions a...
11 Oct 2024
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Watermelon Shtreimel
2 Oct 2024
Canadian Jewish News Magazine's cover illustration for Rosh Hashanah, depicting a diverse Jewish family with differing political expressions, sparked polariz...
2 Oct 2024
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Live, Laugh, Liberate
27 Sep 2024
The episode delves into the controversial mixing of pro-Palestinian rhetoric with an Indigenous rights protest at a Toronto public school event, examining th...
27 Sep 2024
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Lucky Jews
19 Sep 2024
Tanya Gold discusses her visit to Auschwitz and the commercialization of its memorial site, raising concerns about the trivialization of Holocaust memory and...
19 Sep 2024
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Lucky Jews
19 Sep 2024
Tanya Gold shares her insights from visiting Auschwitz in a critical examination of Holocaust tourism, highlighting how it can often trivialize Jewish histor...
19 Sep 2024
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The Bari Files
12 Sep 2024
The episode delves into controversies surrounding Jewish and Israeli films at the Toronto International Film Festival, including Netanyahu's attempts to bloc...
12 Sep 2024
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The Bari Files
12 Sep 2024
This episode of Bonjour Chai discusses the Toronto International Film Festival's controversial screenings, including documentaries on Netanyahu and Israeli f...
12 Sep 2024
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Brooklyn Book Banning
5 Sep 2024
In this episode, Joshua Leifer discusses the controversy surrounding his book event cancellation in Brooklyn due to a mistaken association with Zionism and e...
5 Sep 2024
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Brooklyn Book Banning
5 Sep 2024
Joshua Leifer joins Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy to discuss his book "Tablets Shattered" and the unexpected controversy of being deplatformed due to a ...
5 Sep 2024
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Classically Avi
30 Aug 2024
This episode explores the increasing trend of classical education among Jewish schools, highlighting the Tikvah Fund's new Emet Classical Academy in New York...
30 Aug 2024
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Classically Avi
30 Aug 2024
Jewish educational institutions in North America are increasingly adopting classical education models, focusing on classical texts and rejecting modern educa...
30 Aug 2024
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The Wild, The Innocent and the Poilievre Shuffle
23 Aug 2024
Conservative Canadian politicians have increasingly engaged with Jewish communities, creating a perceived rightward shift in traditionally apolitical Jewish ...
23 Aug 2024
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The Wild, The Innocent and the Poilievre Shuffle
23 Aug 2024
This episode of Bonjour Chai explores the increased presence of Conservative politicians in Canadian Jewish communities and the implications of this politica...
23 Aug 2024
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Chickens for KFC
26 Jul 2024
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...
26 Jul 2024
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Chickens for KFC
26 Jul 2024
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...
26 Jul 2024
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Other Positions Are Possible
19 Jul 2024
The episode discusses the recent passing of sexual education pioneer Dr. Ruth Westheimer and explores her enduring influence on public sex education within J...
19 Jul 2024
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Other Positions Are Possible
19 Jul 2024
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...
19 Jul 2024
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Vive l'Omnicause
12 Jul 2024
The episode discusses the implications of recent elections in France and the UK, highlighting the complex position of Jewish communities within shifting poli...
12 Jul 2024
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Vive l'Omnicause
12 Jul 2024
This episode discusses the impact of recent elections in France and the UK on Jewish communities, highlighting the political tension between choosing between...
12 Jul 2024
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Settling for Biden
5 Jul 2024
Amidst a global political shift and rising antisemitic sentiments, Ben Wexler explores the identity of Jews as perceived perpetual settlers, whether in Israe...
5 Jul 2024
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Settling for Biden
5 Jul 2024
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...
5 Jul 2024
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Jews Against the Omnicause
28 Jun 2024
Writer Hadley Freeman returns to discuss the 'Omnicause,' a term describing the conflation of various progressive causes, highlighting the complexities for J...
28 Jun 2024
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Jews Against the Omnicause
28 Jun 2024
Hadley Freeman discusses the "Omnicause," a phenomenon where diverse progressive issues are amalgamated into a single movement, often ignoring complexities a...
28 Jun 2024
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Kiss and Tell
21 Jun 2024
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...
21 Jun 2024
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Kiss and Tell
21 Jun 2024
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...
21 Jun 2024
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Bonus: "Labour of Love", from recollections with the Jewish Public Library
14 Jun 2024
The episode "Labour of Love" from the Recollections miniseries celebrates the Jewish labor movements in Montreal, focusing on the pivotal role of organizer L...
14 Jun 2024
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Bonus: "Labour of Love", from recollections with the Jewish Public Library
14 Jun 2024
Exploring the Jewish Leftist roots in Montreal, this episode delves into the impact of language, culture, and Jewish identity on labor movements, focusing pa...
14 Jun 2024
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Bot Rabbis for Jesus
7 Jun 2024
Avi and Phoebe explore the controversial actions of Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, which deployed social media bots to influence American opinions on...
7 Jun 2024
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Bot Rabbis for Jesus
7 Jun 2024
The episode delves into Israel's unusual international alliances, including the creation of social media bots to influence American politicians and an associ...
7 Jun 2024
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Hipster Tznius
31 May 2024
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 ...
31 May 2024