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Interview | An Israeli-Yemeni Woman Embraces the Culture She Tried for Years to Avoid

Debby Waldman in Moment · 10 Jan 2025

Ayelet Tsabari's debut novel, "Songs for the Brokenhearted," explores the nuanced relationship of an Israeli-Yemeni woman grappling with her cultural identity.

0 Sports Communities

Jewish hockey player Ozzy Wiesblatt’s unlikely journey to the NHL

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 10 Jan 2025

Ozzy Wiesblatt, at 22, made headlines for his debut with the NHL's Nashville Predators, marking a significant milestone in his and his family's journey.

0 Sports Culture

The top 10 Jewish sports moments of 2024, from Jessica Fox’s Olympic dominance to Sam Salz’s historic college football debut

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 23 Dec 2024

Jewish athletes and sports figures created numerous headlines in 2024, exhibiting excellence and making history across various sports.

0 Culture Politics

The arts scene turned on me for supporting Israel.

Hal Niedzviecki in Future of Jewish · 23 Dec 2024

Author Hal Niedzviecki recounts how his commitment to Jewish heritage and support for Israel led to the closure of his arts magazine, Broken Pencil, amidst backlash from the arts community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The CJN's political panel reflects on a tumultuous year for Jews—and an even worse week for Justin Trudeau

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 23 Dec 2024

The CJN's political panel discusses the political upheaval in Canada, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau facing calls to resign and the implications for Jewish Canadians, particularly in light of rising antisemitism.

0 Culture History

Canada’s ultimate railway journey

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec 2024

The Rocky Mountaineer offers one of the most scenic train routes in Canada, particularly the First Passage to the West from Vancouver to Banff.

0 Politics Culture

Canada's Indigenous Solidarity with Palestine

Masha Kleiner in Future of Jewish · 14 Dec 2024

Canadian Zionist writer Masha Kleiner discusses a controversial library exhibit that linked Canada's Indigenous peoples with Palestinian solidarity, raising complex questions around expression, cultural sensitivity, and historical accuracy.

0 Sports Culture

The Jewish Sport Report: This Jewish baseball star’s salary is record-breaking

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 13 Dec 2024

From Max Fried's historic contract with the New York Yankees to American Jews pursuing professional sports careers in Israel, Jewish athletes made significant headlines in recent weeks.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Explosion of Jew-Hate in Canada

Terry Glavin in The Free Press · 11 Dec 2024

Canada is experiencing a disturbing rise in antisemitism, manifesting in societal and institutional settings and posing a challenge for the Jewish community.

0 Communities Culture

Why more Canadians want to convert to Judaism, especially after Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 9 Dec 2024

Interest in converting to Judaism has surged among Canadians since the antisemitic events following October 7, with many individuals drawn to the Jewish community despite rising hostilities.

0 Jewish Law Art

Playwright Mark Leiren-Young explains why Shylock needed a revival in 2024

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 5 Dec 2024

Playwright Mark Leiren-Young discusses his revival of Shylock and its relation to contemporary cancel culture, antisemitism, and the complexities of storytelling as a means of artistic expression.

0 Art Culture

Playwright Mark Leiren-Young explains why Shylock needed a revival in 2024

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 5 Dec 2024

Mark Leiren-Young revisits his 1996 play 'Shylock' by updating it into 'Playing Shylock,' starring Saul Rubinek, to reflect contemporary issues such as cancel culture and antisemitism.

0 Culture Politics

Playwright Mark Leiren-Young explains why Shylock needed a revival in 2024

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 5 Dec 2024

Mark Leiren-Young discusses his adaptation of Shylock, a play he first wrote in 1996, to address contemporary issues such as cancel culture and antisemitism.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Behind the scenes at Canada’s weekly rallies for the Israeli hostages

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 2 Dec 2024

Jewish Canadians, alongside non-Jewish allies, have been consistently holding weekly rallies in major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Montreal to support Israel and call for the release of hostages held by Hamas since October 2023.

0 Antisemitism Politics

An Antisemitic Fire Raging Across Canada

Stephen Schecter in Future of Jewish · 23 Nov 2024

Stephen Schecter's guest essay critiques Canadian responses to antisemitism, focusing particularly on statements made by Amira Elghawaby, Canada's Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Cauce and Effect

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 22 Nov 2024

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce's home was vandalized by anti-Israel protesters, as tensions on campus escalate over divestment debates.

0 Holidays Holocaust

Live from the Toronto Holocaust Museum: Talking zombies on Halloween Eve

Culturally Jewish · 31 Oct 2024

Michael Fraiman, producer of the Culturally Jewish podcast, discusses his audio drama 'Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story,' which combines Holocaust education with a zombie narrative to engage a younger audience.

0 Culture History

Canada's last remaining faith reporter reflects the past, and future, of religion

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 3 Jun 2024

John Longhurst, Canada's sole remaining faith reporter, discusses the decreasing religious affiliation in Canada, his career journey, and his new book, 'Can Robots Love God and Be Saved?' with host Ralph Benmergui.

0 Television/Film Culture

Alan Zweig looks back on decades of filmmaking—and ahead to his pessimistic new podcast

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 10 Apr 2024

Filmmaker Alan Zweig, known for his candid documentaries, discusses his spiritual journey from a planned legal career to a path of film and podcasting.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

Arrest Warrant Issued for Amy Goodman — Again

Forward · 14 Sep 2016

Amy Goodman, a journalist and co-host of Democracy Now!, has faced numerous legal challenges throughout her career due to her reporting, often highlighting social justice movements and protests.

0 Holocaust Culture

Nathan Fielder’s Holocaust Awareness Windbreakers Are a Hit With Celebs

Forward · 3 Nov 2015

Canadian comedian Nathan Fielder launched a line of windbreakers called Summit Ice, with proceeds supporting the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre.

0 Politics Israel

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper Is One of Israel's Strongest Backers — But Why?

Forward · 16 Jan 2014

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is a staunch supporter of Israel, reflecting a significant shift in Canadian foreign policy.

0 Art Culture

Remembering the Artist Behind Ms. Magazine’s First Cover

Forward · 19 Nov 2010

Miriam Wosk, a notable illustrator and multimedia artist, left a significant mark with her feminist-focused artwork, most famously the cover art for the inaugural issue of Ms. Magazine in 1971, featuring a multi-armed, multi-tasking woman.

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