The Endearing Jewishness of ‘Schitt’s Creek’
Admittedly, I was a few years late to this glorious party as Schitt’s Creek, created by the Canadian father and son Eugene and Daniel Levy, premiered back in 2015, but […]
Jelly Donut Trifle A Twist On A Hanukkah Staple
Nine years ago a magazine featured an article about trifles for the holidays. Not one of the recipes was inspired by Chanukah. I felt Chanukah was made for this type […]
Jew Review: ‘The Matzah Ball’
When Jean Meltzer’s father suggested to her that she write a book, he also told her it shouldn’t be a Jewish one — “No one reads those,” he told her. […]
Jew Review: ‘Camp Confidential: America’s Secret Nazis’
Imagine being asked to go entertain the enemy, but not just any enemy. In the case of a group of Jewish refugees-turned-United States citizens, their job in World War II […]
The 5 Best Movies By The Coen Brothers
Movies directed by the Coen brothers (Joel and Ethan) always carry a bitter aesthetic, like getting a glimpse of people living on the edge of society and the rules that […]
5 Things To Know Before Watching “My Best Friend Anne Frank” On Netflix
Filmmakers are finding new ways to explore the trauma and emotional affliction that millions of Jews suffered at the hands of the Nazis. Ben Sombogaart’s new film, My Best Friend […]
Jew Review: Debi Lewis’ ‘Kitchen Medicine’
Parenthood is a complicated, often chaotic, adventure for everyone. Raising up young people to be kind, empathetic, strong, inquisitive adults is a challenge that few can claim to be prepared […]
Jewish Song of the Week: ‘There’s A Dinosaur/Bim Bam’ by Shira & Friends
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Jewish Song of the Week: ‘Connected’ by Melita Silberstein
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Jewish Song of the Week: ‘Blessing’ by Kenneth Lyonswright
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