The publisher reflects on the significant Jewish influence on American culture, especially in the 20th century.

"Nothing but Blue Skies" by James Kaplan delves into the life and impact of Irving Berlin, an influential Jewish composer and lyricist, highlighting his unparalleled success in American popular music.

The Jewish Lives Podcast episode on Irving Berlin highlights the composer's significant impact on American popular song, with George Gershwin even calling him the greatest of his era.

In 2018, there was a discussion about Jewish children's books, noting a lack of stand-out Jewish picture books but a rise in engaging older-kid books with Jewish content.

Jewish songwriters have been highly influential in shaping the American Christmas music canon, with hits like "White Christmas" by Irving Berlin and "The Christmas Song" by Mel Torm and Bob Wells.