Tag: Jewish Life

Shane Baker, a theater director and creator, shares his journey into Yiddish theater and his mission to revitalize this historic artistic tradition in the city.
Ken Krimstein, an illustrator and graphic novelist, talks about his new book "The Three Escapes of Hannah Arendt: A Tyranny of Truth" on the Tel Aviv Review.
Ken Krimstein, an illustrator and graphic novelist, talks about his new book "The Three Escapes of Hannah Arendt: A Tyranny of Truth" in an episode of the Tel Aviv Review sponsored by YIVO, which focuses on the history and culture of East European Jewry.
Stephanie Halpern and Leo Greenbaum from the YIVO archives discuss the institute's role in safeguarding Jewish history through 23 million historical items.
Stephanie Halpern and Leo Greenbaum from the YIVO archives explore the extensive collection of 23 million objects that capture the history of the Jewish people.
Renowned political philosopher Michael Walzer discusses his latest book, "A Foreign Policy for the Left," in a conversation with the Tel Aviv Review at YIVO in New York.
Renowned political philosopher Michael Walzer discusses his latest book, "A Foreign Policy for the Left," with the Tel Aviv Review at YIVO in New York.
Roz Chast, a renowned cartoonist at the New Yorker, is known for her slice-of-life reflections on relationships, midlife crises, and New York urban living with a blend of wisdom and warmth.
In episode 117 of Unorthodox, the focus is on nose jobs and their significance in American Jewish culture.
Ilana Kurshan's memoir, "If All the Seas Were Ink," details her seven-year journey studying daf yomi in Jerusalem, intertwining personal experiences like failed relationships, remarriage, and the birth of children with Talmudic teachings.
Danya Shults, the founder of Arq, a platform inspired by Jewish culture, discusses how her interfaith marriage led her to create a space for people to engage with Jewish life in a relevant and inclusive way.
The text discusses the uncovering of predictions in the Torah that have come true and questions how a human author could have known about the future, highlighting the concept of an eternal Jewish nation.
Dr. Aviva Tal, a Yiddish literature professor at Bar-Ilan University, delves into the little-known topic of Jewish criminal activities in Interwar Poland, highlighting its significant role in Jewish society during that era.
Joann Sfar, a prominent French comic book creator, delves into Jewish themes in his works, notably exploring the challenges of anti-Semitism and Jewish identity in Europe.
The author reflects on her journey to finally learn how to drive, facing struggles and encountering various driving instructors with distinct teaching styles.
Tablet is offering two paid, part-time fall editorial internships for individuals with journalism experience and knowledge of American Jewish life.
The anthology "Everyday Jewish Life in Imperial Russia" offers glimpses into the diverse experiences of Russian Jews before the revolution.
The Jewish Primary Day School of the Nations Capital in Washington, D.C. caters to the Jewish elite, including children of prominent figures in politics and diplomacy, offering a diverse and immersive Jewish education.
The author reflects on the completion of the mourning period and the final recitation of the Kaddish for his mother.
The documentary "Inventing Our Life" explores the history and evolution of the kibbutz movement, shedding light on the communal lifestyle and its significance in Israeli society.
The author reflects on his journey of exploring Judaism through relationships with Jewish partners, experiencing Jewish customs, and attending religious services, even though he never formally converted to Judaism.
From the 13th century onwards, a Jewish comedic tradition emerged of creating parodies of the Passover haggadah, intensifying in the 19th century with the rise of mock haggadot that satirized various aspects of Jewish life.