I Voted for Kamala. Here’s Why We’re in Trouble.
Gary Wexler
- Aaron Bandler
Editors also disputed the addition of a “tag” advising “the neutrality of this section is disputed.”
- Featured
- David Suissa
“Tragic Awakening” advances an idea we may have heard before, but it does so in a fresh and provocative way that makes it uniquely relevant to our times.
- David Suissa
The widespread oppression of Jewish students and faculty across college campuses is coming from powerful and mainstream centers of authority, fueled by overseas money. Against such overwhelming force, Jews need a revolutionary spirit.
- Rabbi Daniel Bouskila
I learn so much from Rabbi Uziel about halakha and philosophy – and now - how to “chill and relax” in these stressful times.
So far I’m seeing a lot more finger pointing than self-reflection.
Crime Without a Name
Károly Bárd
Rosner’s Domain | Defying America: 1973 to 2024
Shmuel Rosner
The War for October 7
Matthew Schultz
Columnists
Dan Schnur
Kylie Ora Lobell
WAR
Israel at War
Campus Watch
Campus Watch November 20, 2024
Aaron Bandler
A roundup of incidents, good and bad, happening on school campuses.
Sign up for Roundtable
Three different takes on the hottest issues of the day.
Commentary
Helping you make sense of a changing world
JJ Podcast Network
WAR
Israel at War
JJ Books
“Saving Abigail” Recaps a Year of Advocating for Hostages
Brian Fishbach
CEOs and Commanders in Chief
Rabbi Dr. Stuart Halpern
JJ Bloggers
Online Journalist of the Year: NAEJ 2024 Finalist
Lisa Ellen Niver
Things Done on Highway 61 – Thoughts on Torah Portion Vayeira
Rabbi Mordecai Finley
A Moment in Time: “We Don’t Visit Israel. We RETURN to Israel”
Rabbi Zach Shapiro
The Artists Against Antisemitism 2024 Auction is OPEN
Lisa Ellen Niver
Chosen Links by Boaz – Ep 8: Building Bonds Where Black and Jewish Perspectives Converge
Boaz Hepner
12 incredible voices from the Black community—men, women, Republicans, Democrats, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim—joining in from across the U.S. and Israel.
Culture
Culture
Joan Nathan’s “A Sweet Year” is Full of Meaning and Delicious Family-Friendly Recipes
November 21, 2024
Nathan is the author of 12 books, including “My Life in Recipes,” as well as “Jewish Cooking in America” and “The New American Cooking,” both of which won James Beard Awards and IACP Awards.
Comedy
Comedy Fantasy Camp, with Teacher Jay Leno, Returns This January
Kylie Ora Lobell
For four days, 50-60 campers will learn how to write a standup comedy set, and the camp will culminate with a performance at The Hollywood Improv.
Music
Stand Up! Records Releases Tom Lehrer Vinyl Just in Time for Hanukkah
Kylie Ora Lobell
In the 1950s and ‘60s, Tom Lehrer, a Jewish musician, satirist and mathematician, rose to prominence with hits like “The Elements,” “Poisoning Pigeons in the Park,” “The Hunting Song” and “The Irish Ballad.”
Film
Tom Nesher’s Poignant Debut “Come Closer” Premieres at Israeli Film Festival
Ayala Or-El
The Israeli Film Festival (IFF) made its long-awaited return to Los Angeles after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, kicking off its 36th edition with a gala at the Saban Theater.
L.A. Stories
It’s My Birthday! Niver’s October News 2024
Lisa Ellen Niver
BRAVE-ish Birthday! Niver’s September News 2024
Lisa Ellen Niver
Hollywood
Food
Food Stories
Table For Five
Table for Five: Chayei Sarah
November 20, 2024
Table for Five: Vayera
November 14, 2024
Table for Five: Lech Lecha
November 6, 2024
A Bisl Torah
A Bisl Torah~Challah Prayers
November 21, 2024
A Bisl Torah~Stars and Sand
November 14, 2024
A Bisl Torah~Why Abraham?
November 7, 2024
Poetry
Poetry
Chayei Sarah – a poem for Chayei Sarah
November 21, 2024
These are the names of our cousins, who bore more cousins, who bore more cousins…
Passing Grade – a poem for Vayera
November 14, 2024
In the film Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (and already you know this poem is gonna be good)…
Movers & Shakers
Summer Lovin… in Croatia and Beyond
Delia duPlessis
Jewish Chemists Who Changed the World
Jared Sichel
The Jewish Drug Dealers Who Are Saving Lives
Jared Sichel
Sephardic Spice Girls
A Sticky Date Pudding Cake Situation
Sharon Gomperts and Rachel Emquies Sheff
A Seasoned Thanksgiving— Sweet Tfaya and Savory Mushroom Bourguignon
Sharon Gomperts and Rachel Emquies Sheff
Freshly Minted: A Fall Delicata Quinoa Salad
Sharon Gomperts and Rachel Emquies Sheff
Comforts of Home
Autumn Herb Brooms
Jonathan Fong
Win Gold with this Olympic Torch Bouquet
Jonathan Fong
Three Cheers for This Beer Mug Flower Arrangement
Jonathan Fong
Poems
Poems
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