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Tag: Toronto Raptors

0 Literature Holocaust

Mitch Albom on his sportswriting career, new Holocaust book and accidentally writing a hockey anthem

Menschwarmers · 28 Feb

Mitch Albom discusses his new Holocaust-themed novel, "The Little Liar," exploring themes of truth and deception through the story of Greek Jews during WWII, alongside reflections on his esteemed career in sportswriting.

0 Politics Culture

Two Toronto Raptors fans think their ‘Free Our Hostages’ hoodie should be exempt from political messages ban

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Feb

Gary Grill and Leora Shemesh, two Toronto lawyers, were asked to leave a Raptors game when security deemed Grill's "Free Our Hostages" hoodie as a political statement, sparking a debate over the arena's policy on political messaging.

0 Politics Communities

Two Toronto Raptors fans think their ‘Free Our Hostages’ hoodie should be exempt from political messages ban

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Feb

Gary Grill and Leora Shemesh, Toronto-based lawyers and Raptors fans, encountered controversy after being asked to remove hoodies with 'Free Our Hostages' slogans, deemed political by Scotiabank Arena's policies.

0 Sports Leadership

S3E21 - Sheldon Plener shares his best advice on becoming an acclaimed sports lawyer

Menschwarmers · 1 Dec 2022

Sheldon Plener, a sports lawyer and chairman of the Ottawa Senators, discusses his career journey from assisting in bringing an NBA team to Toronto to his current role in the NHL.

0 Sports Holidays

How Do You Say "Championship Ring" in Hebrew?

Menschwarmers · 23 Oct 2019

In a podcast episode of Menschwarmers hosted by Gabe Pulver and Jamie Hirsh, they discuss the Jewish connections of the Toronto Raptors during their ring ceremony.

0 Sports Antisemitism

We've Got Andrés Cantor Energy for the Raptors

Menschwarmers · 19 Jun 2019

Andrés Cantor, known for his energetic soccer commentary, captures the excitement over the Toronto Raptors' NBA Finals win with his trademark "GOOOAAAAALLLLLL!"

0 Sports Communities

The Biggest Sports Fan Alive is a Canadian Jew

Menschwarmers · 6 Jun 2019

The article discusses the avid support of the Toronto Raptors by the famous Canadian Jew, Drake, during the NBA Finals.