Jewish Storytelling

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‘Humans of Judaism’ tells the Jewish story, from the shtetl to Sandy Koufax to Hasidic rapper Nissim Black

PJ Grisar in Forward · 21 Oct

Nikki Schreiber, creator of the "Humans of Judaism" Instagram page, expands her digital storytelling into a new book filled with Jewish narratives from various corners of the world.

0 Holocaust History

The October 7th Imperative: NEVER Stop Telling Our Stories

Jewdicious · 7 Oct

The article emphasizes the importance of continually sharing Jewish stories, particularly those about the Holocaust, to counter ongoing antisemitic violence, as highlighted by recent attacks on Jews in Israel.

0 History Television/Film

How I helped bring the story of Hollywood's Jewish founders to the Academy Museum — where it belongs

Sharon Rosen Leib in Forward · 28 May

The article discusses the efforts of Sharon Rosen Leib to raise awareness and highlight the significant contributions of Jewish founders in the establishment and growth of Hollywood, particularly her great-grandfather Sol M. Wurtzel, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.

0 Art Culture

That Passover song about the goat captivated a famous artist who wasn’t Jewish

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 23 Apr

Artist Frank Stella, known for his Jewish-themed works despite being raised Catholic, has recently showcased his series inspired by the Passover song "Had Gadya" at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.

0 Television/Film Antisemitism

We must not allow the arts world to push us out

Kate Maltby in Jewish Chronicle · 8 Feb

The author reflects on recent incidents in the British arts world where Jewish stories are being avoided or censored, particularly concerning the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the National Theatre director and her past involvement in a Jewish Film Festival sponsorship controversy.

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Tradition and Imagination

Michal Leibowitz in Jewish Review of Books · 11 Jan 2023

"Tradition and Imagination" discusses Johanna Kaplan's recently reissued story collection, emphasizing her scrupulously attentive portraits of postwar American Jewry.

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Ruth Wisse on the Stories Jews Tell

Tikvah · 18 Feb 2022

Ruth Wisse, a professor emerita at Harvard and columnist for Mosaic, explores the role of modern Jewish literature and its impact on Jewish culture and identity.

0 Television/Film Culture

Halachic Halloween: Why are there so few scary Jewish movies?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 28 Oct 2021

This episode discusses the dearth of Jewish-themed horror films and explores the potential for Jewish stories to enrich the horror genre, leveraging real historical traumas.

0 Culture Television/Film

Spooky Schmoozing: Ep.291

Unorthodox · 21 Oct 2021

In this Halloween-themed episode of "Unorthodox," the hosts discuss the intersections of Judaism with Halloween, science fiction, and horror, featuring guest appearances by actor and counselor Stacey Nelkin and writer Carrie Harris.

0 Television/Film Culture

Consider us the Canadian Jewish 'As it Happens'

Bonjour Chai · 10 Sep 2021

In this episode of 'Bonjour Chai,' Mishy Harman discusses the motivation and development behind 'Israel Story,' a podcast that highlights diverse Israeli narratives beyond geopolitics.

0 Literature Culture

Love and Prizes: Ep 195

Unorthodox · 12 Sep 2019

This episode features a conversation with Israeli writer Etgar Keret about his new story collection, the influence of the Holocaust on his work, and cultural differences in reception between Israel and the U.S. Additionally, Henry G. Brinton, a Presbyterian pastor, discusses his career focus on interfaith initiatives and his new novel, 'City of Peace.

0 History Literature

King David: Part 4 - David Becomes King

BimBam · 28 Mar 2019

The video explores David's fixation on waging war to take over Jerusalem and build a Temple, while also touching on his past as a admired warrior and husband of Michal, with insights on his kingship and God's influence, alongside other Hebrew Bible stories featured.

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