Harry Potter

The second Yiddish Harry Potter book arrives, and JK Rowling is she who must not be named

PJ Grisar in Forward · 14 Aug

The Yiddish translation of the second Harry Potter book, "Harry Potter un di kamer fun soydes," presented challenges for translator Arun Schaechter Viswanath, who crafted new Yiddish words and a sinister-sounding middle name for Voldemort.

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Reeling from tragedy and seeking support, Israel has a social media strategy — and it involves a lot of Harry Potter

PJGrisar in Forward · 30 Oct 2023

In the aftermath of the recent conflict with Hamas, Israel has been employing a social media strategy to garner support.

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A 'Harry Potter' reboot is coming — here are our unsolicited ideas for Jewish plotlines

PJ Grisar in Forward · 13 Apr 2023

In a light-hearted yet critical take on the Harry Potter universe in light of J.K. Rowling's controversies and Jewish sensitivity, the article suggests humorous Jewish plotlines for a potential Harry Potter reboot.

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'Hogwarts Legacy' video game renews criticism of antisemitic tropes in Harry Potter franchise

Adam Kovac in Forward · 9 Feb 2023

The release of the Hogwarts Legacy video game, set in the Harry Potter universe, has sparked criticism over its portrayal of goblins with antisemitic undertones, such as controlling the economy with large, growing noses.

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Greatest Hits: Pulling a rabbit out of their virtual hats, these magicians transformed a pandemic into financial success

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 17 Aug 2022

Magicians Ben Train and Jonah Babins, co-founders of the Toronto Magic Company, discuss their journey from pandemic-related setbacks to achieving financial success by performing virtually, gathering attention from celebrities like Seth Rogan.

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Opinion | Think the goblins in Harry Potter are antisemitic? Try the rest of British literature

Gordon Haber in Forward · 11 Jan 2022

The article explores the presence of antisemitic stereotypes in British literature, particularly focusing on the depiction of goblins in Harry Potter and other works.

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Jon Stewart backtracks, says he was joking when he called ‘Harry Potter’ goblins antisemitic

Forward · 7 Jan 2022

Jon Stewart clarified in a video that he was joking when he suggested that goblin characters in the Harry Potter series resembled antisemitic stereotypes.

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I am begging you all to shut up about the Harry Potter Jew-goblins

Forward · 5 Jan 2022

The author expresses frustration over the ongoing debate about whether the goblins in the Harry Potter series are antisemitic Jewish caricatures.

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How a Harry Potter spoiler became a summer camp prank for the ages

Forward · 30 Aug 2021

In the summer of 2005, a group of 14- and 15-year-old boys at Camp Ramah in Ojai, California pulled off a legendary prank by spoiling the biggest twist in the recently released Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

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If God Wills It, a Broom Can Shoot

Arun Viswanath in Jewish Review of Books · 30 Jun 2020

The author discusses their experience of translating the characters and objects from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone into Yiddish.

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Caroline Calloway says Harry Potter taught her anti-Semitic stereotypes

Forward · 19 Jun 2020

Caroline Calloway recently discussed her post of an antisemitic meme and attributed her desensitization to anti-Semitic imagery to her upbringing with children's books like Harry Potter and Disney movies.

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Yiddish Harry Potter excerpt read on Israeli TV

Forward · 13 Feb 2020

The Yiddish translation of an excerpt from the beloved 'Harry Potter' series was recently featured on Israeli TV, showcasing the rich heritage of the Yiddish language.

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Mazel tov: First edition of Yiddish ‘Harry Potter’ sells out in less than 48 hours

Forward · 11 Feb 2020

The first edition of the Yiddish translation of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," translated by Arun Viswanath, sold out its entire print run of 1,000 copies within 48 hours.

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How Do You Say ‘Quidditch’ in Yiddish?

Yair Rosenberg in Tablet · 6 Feb 2020

The official Yiddish translation of the first Harry Potter book, "Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone," has been released nearly 23 years after the original publication, thanks to Indian-American Orthodox Jewish translator Arun Viswanath and Swedish publisher Nikolaj Olniansky.

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J.K. Rowling And The Jews: A Complicated Love Story

Forward · 19 Apr 2018

The article explores J.K. Rowling's complex relationship with the Jewish community, highlighting her vocal support against antisemitism and her literary works' echoing themes reminiscent of Jewish historical experiences.

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Ferris Bueller and the Chamber of Secrets: Ep. 70

Unorthodox · 15 Dec 2016

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss Israeli Burger King's new SufganiKing, a hamburger in a jelly donut, and interview authors exploring cultural influences in unexpected contexts.

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Expelliarmus! Ep. 26

Unorthodox · 28 Jan 2016

In episode 26 of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss Bloomberg, Bernie, and Trump, with Jewish guest Mark Seidenfeld from Scholastic sharing his experience picking up a manuscript from J.K. Rowling in Scotland and safeguarding it on the flight back to New York.

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Expelliarmus! Ep. 26

Unorthodox · 28 Jan 2016

This episode of Unorthodox features Jewish guest Mark Seidenfeld, who shares stories from his role at Scholastic involving safeguarding Harry Potter manuscripts, and non-Jewish guest Alice Dreger, who discusses her work on the collision between scientific inquiry and activism.

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