In Uncertain Times, the Greatest Jewish Legacy Has Always Been Hope
If hand-wringing was an Olympic event, Jews would sweep the podium. We are a people well acquainted with angst, and for good reason. Since the earliest days of our tradition, […]
Yom HaAtzmaut in Wartime and The Humans of October 7th
Seventy-six years ago, in the Tel Aviv Museum, today known as Independence Hall, the founders of the modern state of Israel held a ceremony. For the first time in 2,000 […]
Meeting the Descendents of Righteous Disobedience
To be recognized as a Ger Tzaddik, Righteous Among the Nations is a rare honor given by Israel to those who saved Jewish lives during the Holocaust. Chiune Sugihara was […]
We All Lose in the Oppression Olympics
A Progressive Queer Jew’s Thoughts on Israel/Palestine, Antisemitism, and Zionism Over the last six months, friends and peers have asked unique questions because of my identity and position as a […]
The Jewish Drinking Show: Jewish Recovery
While drinking is a wonderful activity that can enhance many people’s lives, it can also be a challenging aspect for others. For those who have struggled with alcohol, in addition […]
A Yom HaShoah Benediction
Let’s walk backward together through some of what the last 2000 years of history have brought the Jewish people. I promise I’ll be as succinct as I can: October 7, […]
Cincinnati Community to Unite at Jewish National Fund-USA’s Annual Breakfast for Israel
Several hundred community members will unite in solidarity with the people of Israel on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 8:30 am, for Jewish National Fund-USA’s annual Breakfast for Israel in […]
Maimonides On Kiddush And Havdallah
This week on the Jewish Drinking Show, Rabbi Drew welcomes guest Rabbi Dan Margulies to discuss Maimonides’ views on Kiddush and Havdallah.
How Whiskey Became a Catalyst for Selling Chametz
This week on the Jewish Drinking Show, Rabbi Drew welcomes Dr. Joshua Kulp to discuss how whiskey became the catalyst for the tradition of selling chametz during Passover. Dr. Kulp, […]
Adam Mansbach Made a Monster that Makes Us Laugh
What do you do with a ton of pottery clay when you’re stoned? What do you do when your creation comes to life? Can you teach him right from wrong? […]