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0 Holocaust Education

Amy Newman Smith in Jewish Review of Books · 1 May 2019

"Eva's Stories" is an ambitious Instagram project that aims to engage today's youth with the Holocaust by recreating the diary entries of a 13-year-old girl who perished in Auschwitz in 1944.

0 Antisemitism Sports

Members Of Los Angeles Youth Hockey Team Suspended Over Hitler Salute

Forward · 2 Apr 2019

A youth hockey team in Los Angeles faced backlash after a video surfaced showing a player making a Nazi salute and others making anti-Semitic remarks.

0 Politics Communities

Extra: Covering the Conflict from Washington

Tel Aviv Review · 26 Mar 2019

The Tel Aviv Review hosts a panel discussion in Washington DC featuring journalists Amir Tibon of Haaretz and Said Arikat of Al Quds, along with Gilad Halpern and Ori Nir, discussing the coverage of US administrations, social media's impact on journalism, and the influence of diaspora groups on the Israeli-Palestinian-American relationship.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Meet The Ex-Hasid Who Chats With AOC On Twitter

Forward · 11 Mar 2019

Elad Nehorai, a 34-year-old former Hasid in Brooklyn, engaged with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Twitter discussing Israel and anti-Semitism, leading to a phone conversation between them.

0 Antisemitism History

Digital Anti-Semitism: From Irony to Ideology

Gavriel D. Rosenfeld in Jewish Review of Books · 20 Dec 2018

The text discusses the rise of digital anti-Semitism, focusing on the evolution from ironic online memes to dangerous ideologies that fuel acts of violence like the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting by Robert Bowers.

0 Culture Television/Film

Backstage Pass: Ep. 159

Unorthodox · 21 Nov 2018

This episode of "Unorthodox" features discussions on comedian Travon Free's past antisemitic tweets and an interview with filmmaker Frederick Wiseman about his documentary "Monrovia, Indiana."

0 Culture Television/Film

Einstein on the Mound: Ep. 153

Unorthodox · 11 Oct 2018

This episode of Unorthodox features Benyamin Cohen discussing his unique role managing Albert Einstein's social media accounts and his exploration of faith through Christian megachurches.

0 Culture Literature

Einstein on the Mound: Ep. 153

Unorthodox · 11 Oct 2018

Benyamin Cohen, host of the podcast "Our Friend from Israel," shares his experience managing Albert Einstein's social media and discusses his book "My Jesus Year."

0 Literature Culture

Tweets and Bellows

Rich Cohen in Jewish Review of Books · 14 Sep 2018

In "Tweets and Bellows," the discussion revolves around the importance of writing and literature in regaining control of narratives and accessing the deeper parts of the mind.

0 Television/Film Culture

Burt Reynolds Remembered By Jewish Celebs

Forward · 8 Sep 2018

Burt Reynolds, the iconic actor known for his roles in 70s films like The Longest Yard and Smokey and the Bandit, passed away at 82.

0 Culture Communities

The Superstitious Pregnancy in the Age of Social Media

Esther Levy Chehebar in Tablet · 25 Jun 2018

The text discusses the intersection of pregnancy, social media, and superstition within a Syrian-Egyptian Jewish community in Brooklyn.

0 Culture Leadership

The Shocking Truth About Jordan Peterson

Wesley Yang in Tablet · 29 May 2018

Jordan Peterson, a controversial Canadian psychology professor turned YouTube sensation, is depicted as a polarizing figure facing scrutiny and criticism in the media.

0 Culture Television/Film

Walk With Me, Unorthodox: Ep. 131

Unorthodox · 5 Apr 2018

In this crossover episode, Unorthodox hosts engage with Joshua Malina and Hrishikesh Hirway from The West Wing Weekly, discussing the enduring appeal of early 2000s TV, Jewish identity on social media, and Jewish culinary traditions.

0 Food Israel

Making Serious Dough in Tel Aviv

Flora Tsapovsky in Tablet · 19 Mar 2018

Chef Omer Miller, known for his TV show and social media presence, opened a new pizza shop in Tel Aviv called Grandpa and the 30,000 Rabbits.

0 Communities Politics

The Bari Weiss Pile-On

Wesley Yang in Tablet · 27 Feb 2018

Bari Weiss faced criticism after tweeting a quote referencing immigrants that was misconstrued as targeting an American-born Olympian.

0 Culture Food

Welcome, the Bagel Emoji

Gabriela Geselowitz in Tablet · 13 Feb 2018

Later this year, a bagel emoji will be introduced, allowing people to use it in texts to emphasize their desire to go out for a bagel brunch with friends.

0 Culture Education

Notes on Camp: Ep. 96

Unorthodox · 29 Jun 2017

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the unique culture of Jewish summer camps, unpacking the blend of Jewish ideology, historical developments, and personal experiences that define them.

0 Holocaust Art

Hashtag Holocaust

Amy Newman Smith in Jewish Review of Books · 28 Jun 2017

The text discusses the issue of disrespect and inappropriate behavior at sensitive locations such as Holocaust memorials and concentration camps, particularly focusing on a project called Yolocaust by Shahak Shapira.

0 Holocaust Politics

Einstein, Mandela, Hitler — Who Doesn’t Belong In A Children’s Coloring Book?

Forward · 6 Apr 2017

A children's coloring book in the Netherlands caused outrage as it featured a paint-by-letter drawing of Adolf Hitler making the Nazi salute.

0 Antisemitism Education

Texan High School Seniors Give Nazi Salute

Forward · 3 Feb 2017

Dozens of high school seniors at Cypress Ranch High School in Texas gave a Nazi salute during a class photo shoot after being asked to pose in a funny manner.

0 Holocaust Antisemitism

Anti-Racism Erases Anti-Semitism

John-Paul Pagano in Tablet · 22 Jun 2016

The rise of anti-Semitism amidst discussions of racism and privilege is a growing concern, particularly evident in political and social spheres like the UK's Labour Party, American universities, and social media.

0 Israel Politics

The Terrorists in Tel Aviv? A pleasure! Edition

Promised Podcast · 16 Jun 2016

In this episode of "The Terrorists in Tel Aviv? A pleasure! Edition," Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the aftermath of the terrorist attacks at Sarona Market in Tel Aviv, focusing on reactions and political implications in Israel.

0 Television/Film Culture

Blessedly Inappropriate Statements

Sara Ivry in Tablet · 3 Mar 2016

The text explores the writer's experience and reflections on watching the TV show Broad City, focusing on its humor, eccentric characters like Ilana, and the lack of emphasis on plot but rather on quirky and inappropriate statements.

0 Israel Communities

Israelis Are Using Humor to Cope With Recent Surge in Violence

Yitzhak Bronstein in Tablet · 15 Oct 2015

In response to a surge in violence in Israel, including recent terrorist attacks, Israelis are turning to humor as a coping mechanism.

0 Politics Leadership

President Peres, You Have the Floor

Marc Tracy in Tablet · 12 Jul 2012

The article discusses Marc Tracy, who is a staff writer at The New Republic and previously wrote for Tablet.

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