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0 Politics Culture

In this text, Mark Halperin discusses the introduction of Tim Walz as a Vice Presidential candidate and considers the significance, or lack thereof, of his Jewish background in this role.

0 Politics Israel

An astronaut, kosher Jew and Southern gentleman walk into the VP race: Ranking the Jewishness of Harris' VP prospects

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Jul

The article discusses the Jewishness of potential vice presidential candidates for Kamala Harris, including Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina, and Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will Josh Shapiro’s Jewishness hurt or help a Harris ticket?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 22 Jul

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a prominent figure in Democratic circles, is being considered as a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris following President Biden's withdrawal from the race.

0 Literature History

Holy Delmore

David Mikics in Tablet · 11 Jul

Delmore Schwartz, a prominent Jewish writer associated with the New York intellectuals, made a significant impact with his short story "In Dreams Begin Responsibilities" and innovative poetry acclaimed by the likes of Allen Tate.

0 Literature Language

‘Kafka was deeply interested in many aspects of his Jewishness, including the then new Zionist movement’

Jewish Chronicle · 5 Jun

The exhibition "Kafka: Making of an Icon" at the Bodleian Library commemorates the 100th anniversary of Franz Kafka's death by showcasing his literary notebooks, manuscripts, and personal items, including his fascination with Jewishness, Zionism, and Yiddish theater.

0 Television/Film Culture

The End of "Curb Your Enthusiasm"

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 23 May

The final season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" marks the end of an era in American Jewish comedy with Larry David's influential style.

0 Culture Television/Film

Carol Kane Brings Her Jewish Chops to ‘Dinner With the Parents’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 19 Apr

Carol Kane brings her Jewish heritage to the forefront in the show "Dinner With the Parents," based on the British sitcom "Friday Night Dinner."

0 Literature Communities

God, How We Miss Saul Bellow

David Mikics in Tablet · 5 Apr

Saul Bellow, a celebrated late-20th-century American writer, is being overlooked in universities due to views of being out-of-date and conservative.

0 Culture Politics

A Tale of Two Passports

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 2 Apr

The article discusses the complex relationship between Jewishness and Israeliness, focusing on the identity of chareidi Jews living in Israel.

0 Literature Education

Wingate winner Elizabeth McCracken: ‘My fear is being boring in the service of accuracy’

Claire Allfree in Jewish Chronicle · 27 Mar

Elizabeth McCracken, the recent winner of the Wingate Prize, discusses her novel "The Hero of This Book" and its exploration of her Jewish mother's identity.

0 Israel Communities

This Purim, Let’s Tell a New Jewish Story

guestpost in Jewschool · 21 Mar

In the article, Zev Mishell discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza and criticizes liberal Zionist leaders for justifying the violence and destruction there.

0 Israel Holocaust

Why Context Matters

Emes Ve-Emunah · 11 Mar

Jonathan Glazer, director of "The Zone of Interest," won the Best Foreign Film Oscar at the recent Academy Awards ceremony.

0 Holocaust Politics

No, Jonathan Glazer did not ‘refute his Jewishness’

PJ Grisar in Forward · 11 Mar

Jonathan Glazer did not refute his Jewishness at the Oscars but actually criticized the occupation and the misuse of Jewish identity and the Holocaust to justify conflicts.

0 Leadership Art

Jacob Rothschild created his own version of Englishness and Jewishness

Jewish Chronicle · 1 Mar

Jacob Rothschild was a unique figure known for embodying a spirit of universalism, generosity, and intellectual curiosity while deftly navigating his roles as an heir to the Rothschild family, a philanthropist, and a leader within the British Jewish community.

0 Torah Israel

Bonus Episode: Mailbag

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 28 Dec 2023

In this bonus episode, the hosts of the podcast discuss various topics based on questions submitted by listeners.

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Choosing Between My Two Identities

David Christopher Kaufman in Tablet · 12 Oct 2023

The author, who identifies as both African American and Jewish American, expresses their struggle in the face of recent events related to Israel and Palestine.

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A Strangeness Inside Your Self - Hélène Cixous discusses writing as a woman, the meaning of Jewishness, and the impossibility of understanding.

Claire Schwartz in Jewish Currents · 28 Sep 2023

In this interview, Hélène Cixous, a writer, discusses the fluidity of identities and the importance of writing as a woman.

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The Jewishness of “Oppenheimer”

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 17 Aug 2023

In this discussion of Christopher Nolan's film "Oppenheimer," the focus is primarily on J. Robert Oppenheimer's Jewishness and its influence on his political and intellectual milieu.

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The real story buried in the Disney+ Stan Lee documentary

PJGrisar in Forward · 20 Jun 2023

The Disney+ documentary about Stan Lee fails to address the Jewishness of the legendary comic book creator.

0 Israel Communities

The Rise of Haredi Power

For Heaven's Sake · 7 Jun 2023

In recent years, Israel's Haredi community has shifted from the political margins to a position of significant power and influence, sparking debates about its impact on mainstream Israeli society.

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Tangled Truly

David Mikics in Jewish Review of Books · 18 Apr 2023

In Peter Cole's book "Draw Me After," the poet explores the meaning of Jewishness in relation to art, specifically drawing.

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‘Live without fear’: Doug Emhoff opens up about his Jewishness as he visits his ancestors’ Polish hometown

Talya Zax in Forward · 29 Jan 2023

During a visit to Poland, second gentleman Doug Emhoff reflects on his Jewish identity and the importance of addressing antisemitism.

0 Literature Television/Film

Was Josef K. only guilty of the crime of being Jewish?

Jackson Arn in Forward · 5 Dec 2022

Orson Welles' film "The Trial," based on Franz Kafka's novel, follows Josef K., played by Anthony Perkins, as he navigates a surreal world of arrest and confusion without knowing his crime.

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“The Jews”

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 23 Nov 2022

This article discusses Dave Chappelle's controversial monologue on Saturday Night Live, in which he made jokes about recent antisemitic remarks made by Kanye West and Kyrie Irving.

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Ulysses Shmulysses

Howard Jacobson in Tablet · 17 Nov 2022

James Joyce's novel Ulysses compresses a single day in Dublin into over a quarter of a million words, following the adventures of Leopold Bloom, a middle-aged, forgetful, Jewish advertising salesman.

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