Shabbat Observance

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Sam Salz is likely the first Orthodox Jew to appear in a Division I college football game

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Nov

Sam Salz, a senior wide receiver for Texas A&M, has made history by becoming likely the first Orthodox Jew to play in a NCAA Division I college football game.

0 Politics Jewish Law

How Did an Orthodox Jew Redefine American Politics? | Unpacked

Unpacked · 6 Nov

Joe Lieberman's tenure as the first Orthodox Jewish senator in the United States reflects a unique intersection of faith and politics.

0 Culture Holidays

I'M GOING ON A JEWISH SHABBAT RETREAT! Pack with Me!

My Jewish Mommy Life · 2 Nov

The video features a Jewish content creator preparing for a Shabbat retreat, providing insight into what to pack for such a religious getaway.

0 Communities Education

After 100-mile hike, Jewish Boy Scouts complete CPR rescue on airplane

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 22 Jul

Jewish Boy Scouts completed a 100-mile hike and later saved a man's life on a plane by performing CPR after he went into cardiac arrest.

0 Jewish Law Communities

Why don’t I just use it 🤪

Sonya's Prep · 19 Jul

The video explores the concept of Shabbat and its significance in Jewish tradition.

0 Communities Culture

Without This Life Skill You will NEVER be successful

Chabad.org · 6 Jul

Savor captivating Jewish stories of resilience and inspiration in the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" podcast by Chana Weisberg.

0 Politics Antisemitism

UK’s new prime minister, Keir Starmer, observes Shabbat, supports Israel and vows to fight antisemitism

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 5 Jul

Keir Starmer, the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who is not Jewish but has a Jewish wife and practices certain Jewish traditions, including observing Shabbat and supporting Israel, has pledged to combat the rise of antisemitism in the country.

0 Communities Education

When the Rebbe Advised me AGAINST College

Chabad.org · 3 Jul

The video discusses a personal experience where the Rebbe advised against pursuing college.

0 Jewish Law Education

Joe Lieberman’s Love of Shabbat

Rabbi Menachem Genack in Jewish Action · 18 Apr

Former Senator Joe Lieberman was widely admired for his steadfast commitment to observing Shabbat, despite the challenges it posed during his career as a United States senator.

0 Politics Communities

‘Spine of steel, heart of gold’: Remembering Joe Lieberman

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 29 Mar

Joe Lieberman, the first Jewish person on a major party presidential ticket, was widely celebrated in the Jewish community.

0 Politics Leadership

Joseph Lieberman, centrist senator and first Jew on a major presidential ticket, dies at 82

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 27 Mar

Joseph Lieberman, a centrist senator from Connecticut and the first Jewish member of a major presidential ticket in 2000 as Al Gore's running mate, has passed away at 82.

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Phoenix Suns will retire Amar’e Stoudemire’s number

BCohen in Forward · 10 Aug 2023

The Phoenix Suns have announced that they will retire Amare Stoudemire's number, No. 32, alongside his former teammate Shawn Marion's, during the upcoming NBA season.

0 Sports Culture

Ryan Turell makes basketball history in pro debut: The first Orthodox Jewish player on the court

Louis Keene in Forward · 8 Nov 2022

Ryan Turell made history by debuting as the first Orthodox Jewish player in the NBA G League with the Motor City Cruise, a minor-league team affiliated with the Detroit Pistons.

0 Sports Culture

Ryan Turell's pro debut is Friday night. Here's his Shabbat game plan.

Louis Keene in Forward · 4 Nov 2022

Ryan Turell, a former star player at Yeshiva University and now a professional basketball player for the NBA G League's Motor City Cruise, will face his first challenge in balancing his career with his Orthodox Jewish observance of Shabbat.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Dunk Contest: Ep. 257

Unorthodox · 7 Jan 2021

In this episode, Unorthodox delves into the struggles artists face today in an era dominated by big tech with William Deresiewicz, author of "The Death of the Artist," and shares insights into the world of sports through the lens of Shabbat-observant sportswriter Yaron Weitzman.

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Modern Technology Meets Tehum Shabbat

Yaakov Jaffe in Lehrhaus · 23 Nov 2020

The author discusses the concept of tehum shabbat, which determines the range of permitted walking for Jews on Shabbat.

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Now that Conservative Judaism is O.K. with livestreaming, how is it different from Reform?

Forward · 16 May 2020

The Conservative and Reform movements in Judaism have been becoming more similar for years, and now with the coronavirus pandemic, another difference between them has been erased.

0 Culture Communities

Bonus: Dispatches From The Future

Unorthodox · 18 Mar 2020

This episode of Unorthodox features an audio diary by producer Sara Fredman Aeder, documenting her family's life in quarantine in Westchester, NY.

0 Jewish Law History

When Satmar Censored the Hatam Sofer

William Gewirtz in Lehrhaus · 28 Mar 2019

In the post-World War II period, Satmar Hasidim published the teachings of the Hatam Sofer with critical lines about the bein ha-shemashot period censored.

0 Israel Politics

The “give peace a deadline” edition

Promised Podcast · 24 Dec 2014

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the Palestinian proposal for peace negotiations with a deadline set by the UN Security Council, questioning the potential outcomes.

0 Education Culture

Taking the Plunge

C. A. Blomquist in Tablet · 14 Sep 2009

The author shares their journey of conversion to Judaism, which was sparked by a desire since their early teens but was suppressed due to societal expectations and family concerns.

0 Jewish Law Sports

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Saul Landa, Co-authored by Seth Landa in Jewish Action · 16 Jun 2007

Three Orthodox Jewish men from New Jersey undertook a challenging seven-day climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, motivated by the physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of the journey.

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