During a recent debate among the top candidates for California's open Senate seat, Barbara Lee, Katie Porter, and Adam Schiff, all progressive Democrats, showed some differences in their views on Israel.

In this episode of Unorthodox, comedian Judy Gold discusses her new book "Yes, I Can Say That: When They Come for the Comedians, We Are All in Trouble," highlighting the value of comedy during difficult times and why Jews often rely on humor for healing.

In this episode of Unorthodox Live in D.C., recorded at Washington Hebrew Congregation, food historian Michael Twitty discusses his experiences as a Hebrew School teacher and his upcoming book focusing on his Jewish identity, while also explaining the significance of ptcha in Jewish cuisine.