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Matchmaker, Matchmaker Find Me A Beard
On one hand, people get to fulfill certain Jewish laws, and on the other, they are entering into a marriage with a person they don’t find sexually attractive. Read More
Hands Off My Chocolate From The Bald Man
While I respect your right to your opinion, I get very angry when you try and say that certain foods from the Holy Land help fuel oppression. In my opinion, things like good food can only bring peace and joy to the world. Read More
Becoming Jewish: Conversion Conflicts
When you’re converting, the first thing that happens is (hopefully) the warm welcoming from the Jewish community. I think I’ve focused mainly on the community aspects of it because, quite frankly, how I feel about G-D is complicated, as it should be. Read More
Some Genes: Shalom Aleichem’s Centenarian Granddaughter Has Still Got Something To Say
Thank goodness for amazing genetics and innovative drive that have made New York’s local PBS’s illuminating interview with Bel Kaufman possible. Read More
Artist Context: August Exhibits Not To Miss Before They’re Gone
If you’re museum hopping this month, we’ve got some tips for you. Read More
A Nice Jewish Boy Returns To New York #2
Our young (Jewish) hero finds himself baking through the Southwest. Read More
Monday Mazel: The Same-Sex Simchas Edition!
Mazal Tov to all the same-sex couples who were able to (finally!) wed in the city of New York this past weekend. Our only regret is that we weren’t able to make it to each and every one of your ceremonies to join you in a celebratory hora. Read More
The Ira Glass Infatuation Post/ This American Life Review: Break-Ups
The famous Starlee Kine conversation with Phil Collins episode from 2007 never gets old! Read More