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The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 25 Apr

The episode discusses the significant legal ramifications of a monumental lawsuit lost by Greenpeace, which could potentially bankrupt the organization, and explores the evolving landscape of space exploration with a particular focus on U.S. policies and the role of private companies.

0 Sports Culture

NHL playoffs: Edmonton Oilers? More like the Oy-lers

Menschwarmers · 24 Apr

Menschwarmers welcomes Matthew Leibl, former sports radio host turned podcaster, to discuss Jewish presence in sports, particularly highlighting the Edmonton Oilers with two Jewish players and his personal journey from sports journalism to rabbinical studies.

0 Sports Culture

NHL playoffs: Edmonton Oilers? More like the Oy-lers

Menschwarmers · 24 Apr

Menschwarmers welcomes Matthew Leibl, former sports radio host turned podcaster, to discuss Jewish presence in sports, particularly highlighting the Edmonton Oilers with two Jewish players and his personal journey from sports journalism to rabbinical studies.

0 Sports Israel

Israeli mom ‘made it easy’ for new NHL player to make history

Louis Keene in Forward · 21 Apr

Zeev Buium made history as the first NHL player born to Israeli parents when he debuted with the Minnesota Wild against the Vegas Golden Knights.

0 Politics Antisemitism

It’s not just Israel. They’re coming for Jesus too.

Karen Hunt aka KH Mezek in Future of Jewish · 20 Apr

Karen Hunt's essay discusses various efforts to undermine Jewish and Christian symbols, emphasizing a perceived intersection between anti-Semitic and anti-Christian propaganda.

0 Sports Culture

Hapoel Tel Aviv nabs a European title, as 2 Jewish stars enter the NBA draft

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Apr

Hapoel Tel Aviv made history by capturing their first EuroCup basketball title, defeating Gran Canaria, which promotes them to the top-tier EuroLeague, joining Maccabi Tel Aviv.

0 Philosophy Leadership

"Build Your Life As If It Were a Work Of Art"

Jewdicious · 18 Apr

Abraham Joshua Heschel is celebrated as a modern-day prophet for his extraordinary contributions to theology, social activism, and interfaith dialogue.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Suspected arsonist intended to beat Gov. Josh Shapiro with a sledgehammer, investigators say

Julie Moos in Forward · 14 Apr

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who is Jewish, addressed an arson attack at his residence shortly after hosting a Passover Seder.

0 Culture Holidays

The Biggest Passover Merch Fails of the Season

Rabbi Yael Buechler in Kveller · 11 Apr

Rabbi Yael Buechler humorously critiques the various non-food Passover merchandise available this season, emphasizing their mismatched depictions and amusing blunders.

0 Education Antisemitism

ADL upgrades 19 colleges’ antisemitism ‘grades,’ as some enact new policies

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 4 Apr

Several universities have taken action to improve their ratings in the Anti-Defamation League's (ADL) annual assessment of their responses to antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Senate rejects Bernie Sanders’ proposal to block some weapons sales to Israel

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

The U.S. Senate decisively rejected a proposal by Senator Bernie Sanders to block an $8.8 billion sale of bombs and other weapons to Israel, with the vote tallying 82-15, entirely along partisan lines.

0 Culture Philosophy

What if Your C-Section Inspired Your Child’s Need to Escape?

InternsFall21 in Lilith · 3 Apr

The piece explores the impact of maternal thoughts and experiences on children, raising questions about nature versus nurture.

0 Culture Communities

Loehmann’s Might Be Coming Back. Will it Capture the Jewish Spirit of the Original?

Daci Platt in Kveller · 3 Apr

Loehmanns, the iconic off-price department store fondly regarded by many in the Jewish community, may be making a comeback as an online store.

0 Literature Culture

Wisdom Project | Judith Viorst, 94, on ‘Making the Best of What’s Left’

Pam Janis in Moment · 31 Mar

Judith Viorst, celebrated author of beloved children and adult books, shares insights on embracing life's later stages in an interview for Moment's Wisdom Project.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Signal Scandal and the COVID Conmen

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 25 Mar

The podcast discusses a significant security breach involving a journalist unwittingly added to a Trump administration text chain about a military strike, highlighting issues of competence and accountability.

0 Education Antisemitism

How Universities Lost Their Way, With Cary Nelson

Unorthodox · 20 Mar

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

0 History Politics

You should absolutely fear the Jews.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 18 Mar

Joshua Hoffman's piece emphasizes the historical resilience and strategic prowess of the Jewish people, culminating in contemporary Jewish influence on global platforms, including intelligence, military, diplomacy, and finance.

0 Politics Culture

Ten Years of Podcasting

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 14 Mar

On the tenth anniversary of the Commentary Podcast, Noah Rothman joins the panel to discuss current events such as Chuck Schumer's political maneuvers and the internal dynamics within the Democratic Party.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Jewish guide to New York City's mayoral election

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 13 Mar

New York City's upcoming mayoral election presents a crowded field of candidates, including notable Jewish officials and allies, amid contentious debates influenced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Music Culture

At a memorabilia auction, Bob Dylan reunites with another noteworthy Bob — and the unsung women behind their careers

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 5 Mar

Bob Dylan and Bob Neuwirth, both seminal figures in the 1960s folk music scene, are center stage at a memorabilia auction, highlighted by Dylan's first demo tape from 1961 and various personal items.

0 Communities Politics

Trump’s climate policies and disaster-response cuts must be a wake-up call for Jewish communities

eJewishPhilanthropy · 4 Mar

Jewish communities face an existential threat due to climate change, with Trump's policy rollbacks exacerbating vulnerabilities.

0 Politics Culture

Miriam, Jared, Josh: 5 Jewish takeaways from Michael Wolff’s insider account of the 2024 Trump campaign

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 26 Feb

Michael Wolff's latest book, "All or Nothing," provides insights into the Jewish aspects of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign.

0 Television/Film Culture

In the brutality of 'The Brutalist,' a misunderstanding of the Jewish architect's experience

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 12 Feb

Benjamin Ivry critiques Brady Corbet's film "The Brutalist" for its portrayal of Jewish architects and misconceived interpretation of brutalism.

0 Sports Culture

3 Jewish angles for Super Bowl Sunday

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 9 Feb

With the Super Bowl approaching, this article explores several Jewish-related narratives surrounding the event.

0 Politics Communities

Strong resolve, weakened means: Jews try to keep focus on immigration and refugees under Trump 2.0

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 6 Feb

Rabbi Dan Kaiman and his congregation in Tulsa face a daunting challenge under President Trump's renewed immigration policies, which have frozen refugee resettlement grants.

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