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The 92nd Street Y, a Jewish cultural institution in New York, was founded in 1874 as the Young Mens Hebrew Association and has since become a prominent venue for dance, music, lectures, and more.
The recent controversy at the 92nd Street Y highlights the challenges faced by Jewish institutions in maintaining pro-Israel politics alongside a broad cultural mission.
Beloved actor and comedian Bob Saget, known for his role in Full House, was also proudly Jewish and incorporated Jewish humor into his comedy.
Unorthodox's latest episode delves into the Israeli protests and broader context, featuring guest Jonathan Rosen discussing his book "The Best Minds."
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss various topics including the kosher status of green eggs and ham, share podcast recommendations from audio producer Arielle Nissenblatt, and interview Andrea Wakefield, co-owner of an Italian restaurant.
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Frances Alenikoff, a dancer who passed away at 91, was known for her unique fusion of Israeli, Hasidic, Russian, and Afro-Caribbean influences in her performances with her company Aviv.