Following the events of Oct. 7 and the Israel-Gaza war, there has been a notable shift in the Jewish professional workforce, with an increasing number of talented individuals from outside the Jewish communal space showing interest in joining Jewish organizations like the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

This episode delves into the early life of the speaker's father, reflecting on how he ended up in a small town in Alabama, his experiences growing up in the South, the life lessons gained from excelling in High School football, and his journey to becoming a rocket scientist.

Mayer Kirshenblatt, an artist born in Opatw in 1916 and later settled in Toronto, vividly painted over 300 scenes of Jewish life in the shtetl, including everyday activities and taboo subjects, before the Holocaust.

Katharina von Schnurbein, the European Commission's Coordinator on Combating Antisemitism and Fostering Jewish Life, underscores the EU's efforts to address rising antisemitism, noting various measures taken prior to October 2023 that are starting to show results.

Following the trauma of Oct. 7, author Gila Green found inspiration in a workshop hosted by Writing on the Wall, an online community focused on Jewish and Israeli life complexities.

Isaac Zarfati, Executive Director of StandWithUs, highlights the escalating antisemitic sentiments on Western university campuses, drawing attention to the influence of radical ideologies and pro-Palestinian groups.

The explosion of interest in Jewish life in America, triggered by recent events like the 10/7 attacks against Israel, has led to a significant increase in Jewish belonging and communal participation as evidenced by The Surge, a group comprising 40% of previously less engaged Jews who are now actively participating in Jewish life.

The text discusses the importance of understanding and appreciating other people's lives and behaviors from their own perspectives, rather than solely from our own viewpoints.

Shai Held's book, "Judaism Is about Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life," argues that love is a central theme in Judaism, countering historical Christian misconceptions and internalized Jewish negativity towards this idea.

A discussion with Dr. Sharon Nazarian about the rise of anti-Zionism and antisemitism on college campuses and its impact on academia and Jewish life, featuring insights on teaching about antisemitism and discussing Israel in the current climate.

Sarah Breger and Dr. Sharon Nazarian will be discussing the rise of anti-Zionism and antisemitism on college campuses in a conversation hosted by Moment magazine.

"In Every Generation: Ep. 409" focuses on the theme of memory in Jewish life and tradition, particularly during Passover.

Josh Radnor reflects on his experience starring in the play "The Ally," where he plays a Jewish theater professor caught in a dilemma regarding his progressive values and allyship amidst issues surrounding Israel and Palestine.

Joseph Werk, a 97-year-old Holocaust survivor from New Jersey, has led a remarkable life of service and resilience.

Bert Pogrebin, a renowned attorney and partner to feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, passed away at 89.

Rabbi Shai Held asserts in his book "Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life" that love is the cornerstone of Jewish belief and practice, countering the misconception that Judaism is solely about justice, law, or action.

Wintershill Hall in Hampshire, once home to the Southampton Boys, child Holocaust survivors liberated by Leonard Montefiore and rehabilitated in England after WWII, serves today as a wedding venue with a storied history.

In "The Unfinished Business of Eadie Browne," author Freya North delves into her Jewish heritage for the first time in her 28-year career, exploring Jewish characters and values in a coming-of-age story.

Pearl Berg, considered the oldest Jewish person in the world and the third oldest American, has passed away at the age of 114.

The podcast host Jonathan Silver reflects on the 47 conversations he had in 2023, discussing a wide range of topics related to Jewish life.

In this episode, host Jonathan Silver looks back at some of the most interesting conversations from 2023, covering a wide range of topics in modern Jewish life.

Eugenia Unger, a Holocaust survivor and founding member of the Holocaust Museum of Buenos Aires, passed away at the age of 97.

Isaac Arazi, the former president of Lebanons small Jewish community, has died at the age of 80.

This special section explores the impact of technology on Jewish life.

On the Bonjour Chai podcast, hosts Phoebe Maltz Bovy and Marc Weisblott explore the urban-suburban divide within the Jewish community in New York and Toronto, reflecting on how geography shapes Jewish life and activism.