Taylor Swift

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 14 Nov

Rabbi Natan Slifkin shares his travel mishap while on his way to Toronto for a scheduled engagement as a scholar-in-residence.

0 Politics Culture

‘I Met Trump’s Would-Be Assassin.’ Plus. . .

Oliver Wiseman in The Free Press · 16 Sep

The article covers several high-profile stories dominating the headlines, including a recap of the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump involving a suspect named Ryan Routh, who previously advocated for Ukraine.

0 Culture Politics

Uh, was Taylor Swift wearing tefillin at the VMAs?

Talya Zax in Forward · 12 Sep

Taylor Swift's appearance at the 2024 VMAs sparked playful speculation due to her fashion choice of criss-crossing black straps resembling tefillin.

0 Leadership

From Craigslist to Philanthropist: A Wide Open Conversation with Craig Newmark and Robert Siegel

Moment in Moment · 27 Jun

Craig Newmark, the founder of Craigslist turned philanthropist, engaged in a wide-ranging conversation with Robert Siegel, touching on topics like AI, his interests in birds and music, and his support for journalism.

0 Culture Israel

A Hebrew Version of This Taylor Swift Biography for Kids Lands in Israel

Shira Li Bartov in Kveller · 26 Jun

Modan Publishing House in Israel recently released a Hebrew version of the children's book "Who Is Taylor Swift?" by Kirsten Anderson, which portrays Taylor Swift's rise to fame without delving into political controversies such as the Israel-Hamas war.

0 Literature Politics

Bestseller ‘Who is Taylor Swift?’ comes out with its first international edition — in Israel

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 12 Jun

Modan Publishing House released the first international edition of "Who Is Taylor Swift?" in Hebrew, cementing Taylor Swift's status as a global superstar.

0 Culture Music

A Deep Dive Into Alana Haim’s Star of David Necklaces

Daci Platt in Kveller · 3 May

Alana Haim, known for her proud Jewish identity and ties to the band Haim, has recently been seen wearing multiple Star of David necklaces, sparking curiosity among fans.

0 Music Culture

She ain't no Dylan Thomas or Patti Smith, this ain't her 'Blood on the Tracks,' but Taylor Swift certainly ain't no 'modern idiot' either

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 19 Apr

Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," is seen as a significant cultural event, portraying triumph over heartbreak and struggles with identity.

0 Holidays Culture

The exodus story you know ‘All Too Well’ gets retold in new Taylor Swift haggadah

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 10 Apr

Author Naama Ben-David has created the Unofficial Taylor Swift Haggadah, inspired by her daughter's admiration for the pop icon.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Audience & Antisemitism: February Round-Up

Moment in Moment · 29 Feb

In a February roundup on antisemitism, it was noted that Bill Maher chose not to air an interview with Kanye West due to the rapper's antisemitic rhetoric.

0 Politics Music

Was Taylor Swift supposed to say 'Free Palestine' at the Grammys?

Mira Fox in Forward · 6 Feb

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Taylor Swift's silence on the conflict in Gaza during the Grammys.

0 Culture Politics

Taylor, Travis, and the Totalitarians

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 1 Feb

The podcast episode examines the cultural phenomenon surrounding the romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, criticizing how various factions are politicizing it.

0 Politics Music

Jewish music fans question artists’ silence after Oct. 7

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 22 Dec 2023

Jewish music fans are expressing disappointment and frustration over the silence of their favorite artists since the Hamas terror attacks in October.

0 Music Television/Film

Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift: Both musical geniuses, but only one movie captures the spirit of their artistry

Talya Zax in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

The article compares two recent movies, "Maestro" and "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," which explore the lives and artistry of Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift, respectively.

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Taylor Swift bodyguard to enter a new ‘Era' — in a tour with the IDF

PJGrisar in Forward · 16 Oct 2023

An Israeli-born bodyguard who previously worked for Taylor Swift has left his job to join the IDF and defend his country against Hamas.

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JCC cancels slavery-focused talk by Jewish author + Biden picks new ambassador to Israel

BCohen in Forward · 6 Sep 2023

A Jewish author, Rachel Beanland, had a talk at a JCC in Florida canceled because her novel mentions slavery, which goes against new state laws limiting discussions on race in schools.

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Taylor Swift fans have amnesia. So did Jews after Sinai.

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Jun 2023

Fans of Taylor Swift have been experiencing amnesia after attending her Eras tour concert, with many unable to remember important details of the performance.

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Is this a vision of heaven or is it a Taylor Swift concert?

ALanger in Forward · 5 Jun 2023

The author describes her experience attending a Taylor Swift concert with her 10-year-old son, who is a big fan of the singer.

0 Gender/Identity Television/Film

Inherently Fertile

Bonjour Chai · 1 Jun 2023

"Inherently Fertile" is a pop culture-focused episode of the show "Bonjour Chai," discussing topics such as Taylor Swift, biblical themes in the TV show Succession, jazz musician Tevet Sela, and the HBO series Being Mary Tyler Moore.

0 Gender/Identity Culture

Spirited Debate: Ep. 337

Unorthodox · 10 Nov 2022

This episode of Unorthodox features feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, who discusses her Jewish identity and experiences within the feminist movement.

0 Television/Film Art

Could The ‘Cats’ Movie Design Be Inspired By Chagall’s Creepy Kittens?

Forward · 19 Jul 2019

The article explores a possible artistic influence on the controversial design of the Cats movie, directed by Tom Hooper.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Journalist Trolls Taylor Swift’s White-Supremacist Admirers

Forward · 19 Oct 2016

Phoebe Maltz Bovy delves into the satirical piece by journalist Ned Resnikoff, which humorously suggests that pop star Taylor Swift is secretly Jewish, a premise crafted to troll the white supremacist trolls who have absurdly claimed her as a neo-Nazi icon.

0 Culture Communities

Cult Following: Ep. 43

Unorthodox · 2 Jun 2016

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts engage with Jeff Aeder, founder of the online Jewish Baseball Museum, to discuss the impact of Jewish figures in baseball and the possibility of a physical museum.

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