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For decades, history has shaped the Middle East. Today, competing narratives are shaping how the world understands it.In Episode 484 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew welcomes back Steve Hunegs, Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, for a wide-ranging discussion on Israel, antisemitism, democracy, and the growing challenge of disinformation.Drawing from historical documents, newspaper headlines, and firsthand research, Hunegs examines the events surrounding Israel's founding in 1948, the United Nations partition plan, the Arab-Israeli war, and how many of the narratives dominating today's headlines echo misconceptions that have persisted for generations.Andrew and Steve also discuss the aftermath of October 7, the rise of antisemitism across the political spectrum, the influence of social media on public discourse, Iran and its regional proxies, the future of Israel's security, and why preserving historical truth is essential to the survival of democratic societies.This thoughtful and timely conversation explores the difference between fact and fiction, the importance of historical memory, and the responsibility we all share in defending truth in the public square.Support the showThe Andrew Parker Show - Politics, Israel & The Law.  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and X. Subscribe to our email list at www.theandrewparkershow.comCopyright © 2026 The Andrew Parker Show - All Rights Reserved. 

Ronit Joel is a Jewish psychologist with over 20 years of experience using CBT to work with people from all backgrounds - and naturally, many of them are now experiencing a heightened sense of anxiety. As part of our series on 'Hopes & Fears in the Jewish Sphere', we sat with her to talk about identity, belonging and the rapidly changing sense of what it is to be Jewish in Australia.

Ben Pascoe visits Bratislava's Jewish Community Museum and talks with director Maros Borsky about the newly opened exhibit Heritage Rediscovered II and about the Jewish Community in Bratislava.

Ben Pascoe visits Bratislava's Jewish Community Museum and talks with director Maros Borsky about the newly opened exhibit Heritage Rediscovered II and about the Jewish Community in Bratislava.

As tens of thousands of people prepare for Sunday's 57th edition of the “Walk With Israel”, Toronto's Jewish community finds itself in a very different place than it was a year ago. The 251 hostages whose fate hung over last year's event have now all been returned, either alive or for burial. While the regional landscape has changed dramatically since last year's walk—as wars fought against Hamas, and Iran are now governed by fragile ceasefires that have replacing the heaviest fighting—but many of the conflicts and tensions that erupted after Oct. 7 remain unresolved. But Israelis and Jews remain vulnerable targets of extremist violence around the world, from Australia to Europe and North America. Canada has not been immune, as tensions remain acute thanks to unabated antisemitic attacks and shootings of synagogues and businesses, political campaigns aimed at financially crippling Jewish schools and summer camps, and effigies of Israeli Jewish politicians hung during anti-Israel street demonstrations. This is also the first Walk With Israel since federal and provincial governments dramatically increased funding for Jewish community security, while introducing new measures aimed at curbing hate crimes and protecting vulnerable institutions. Four days ago, the prime minister delivered his highly-anticipated speech saying the country's civil covenant has failed Jewish Canadians. Now there will be a federal advisory committee to study the causes of antisemitism and take a “whole of government” approach to tackling it. On today's episode of The CJN's North Star podcast, host Ellin Bessner recalls how last year's “Walk for Israel” played out under heavy security along Bathurst Street, and explores why the annual march has become one of the most significant public expressions of Jewish pride and solidarity in Canada. Related links Read what happened at last year's 2025 Walk for Israel in Toronto, that attracted a record 56,000 marchers, in The CJN . Learn about the security measures which are in place for this one, and what to do should there be anti-Israel protesters. Hear what Toronto police have planned for security for the Walk, in The CJN . Sign up for free to receive home delivery of The CJN's Scribe Quarterly magazine, and enter the contest for a chance to win one of three cash prizes of $200. Eligibiilty: New subscribers only. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( @ebessner ) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Izzie Helenchilde (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Alicia Richler (editorial director) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here ) Watch our podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@TheCJN Help others find this podcast by leaving us a review for “North Star” on Apple Podcasts via your iPhone or iPad device, or with your Android. (Spotify allows only starred ratings but you can do that, too!)

Plus: the federal NDP want to do-away with floor crossings, police are warning of counterfeit merch ahead of the World Cup, Sabrina Carpenter has been granted a restraining order against an alleged stalker, and how data centres are having a moment in Canada right now. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca  Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

Discover the heartbeat of Montreal's Jewish community with the Federation CJA 360 Podcast - your front‑row seat to the impact, innovation, and inspiration shaping Jewish life today. Each episode spotlights dynamic leaders, transformative initiatives, and powerful stories that highlight how Federation CJA is strengthening our community and building a vibrant Jewish future. Engaging, uplifting, and full of purpose, this is the podcast that brings our mission to life. Show Notes Discover the heartbeat of Montreal's Jewish community with the Federation CJA 360 Podcast - your front‑row seat to the impact, innovation, and inspiration shaping Jewish life today. Each episode spotlights dynamic leaders, transformative initiatives, and powerful stories that highlight how Federation CJA is strengthening our community and building a vibrant Jewish future. Engaging, uplifting, and full of purpose, this is the podcast that brings our mission to life.Guest Information Samantha Mintz VinebergBio: A proud third-generation Montrealer, Samantha's commitment to the Montreal Jewish community began as a student leader at McGill University, where she earned her BCL and LLB degrees. Her legal background—including practicing tax and estate planning—eventually transitioned into a life dedicated to community impact.Samantha's journey with Federation CJA has spanned decades, from her early days as Chair of FedNext. Having served as the Chair of Women's Philanthropy from 2020–2021 and as a member of the Planning and Allocations Committee, Samantha has been a member of the FCJA board of directors since 2022 and was named First Vice Chair in September 2025., Samantha has consistently focused on the "rolled-up sleeves" work of community building.As a Wexner Heritage Program alum, Samantha is deeply invested in fostering the next generation of leaders. For her, ensuring a strong Jewish future in Montreal is about more than tradition; it's about creating a vibrant, secure, and thriving home for the generations to come.Link:@samvinebergConsul General Eliaz LufBio: Eliaz Luf was appointed Consul General of Israel and moved to Montreal in summer 2025. He began his diplomatic career in 1995, serving in Warsaw, Poland, and then Mexico City, holding a number of positions at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' headquarters in Jerusalem, was then posted as Deputy Head of Mission at the Israeli Embassy in Ottawa and subsequently served as Director of Department of Arms Export Control at the Strategic Division of Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Luf served as Deputy-Director General for International Relations Division, at the Israeli Ministry of Innovation Science and Technology. Luf holds an M.A. in Political Science from the National Security College and the University of Haifa, M.B.A. in Business Administration and B.A. (with honours) in General History and Political Science from the University of Haifa. He is a certified Mediator by the Ministry of Justice and volunteers as a mediator in a Community Mediation Center in the city of Ramle.Host & Show InfoHost: Glenn J. NashenAbout the Host: Glenn J. Nashen is an award-winning public safety innovator and communicator, and longtime Cote Saint‑Luc City Councillor having founded CSL Emergency Medical Services and CSL volunteer Citizens on Patrol. Glenn was Director of Public Affairs and Communications at the Jewish General Hospital and CIUSSS West Central Montreal for 20 years and now serves as Podcast Producer and Director of Media Relations and Crisis Communications at Federation CJA, continuing his commitment to strengthening, safeguarding, and informing the community.Links: Blog, Facebook, X, LinkedIn.Featuring: Yair SzlakYair Szlak is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Federation CJA, a role he has held since 2018 after more than 15 years in senior leadership positions within the organization. A graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School, Yair is known as a skilled fundraiser and community builder. He has dedicated his career to strengthening Jewish life in Montreal and fostering a vibrant, resilient future for the community.Link: LinkedInReporter: Jordan StooplerJordan Stoopler is a copywriter and podcast reporter within Federation CJA's Strategic Marketing & Communications department. A graduate with journalism degrees from both Concordia University and Hofstra University on Long Island, New York, Jordan contributes to campaigns, weekly newsletters and other organizational communications. By night, Jordan is a freelance sports reporter, covering the local professional sports scene for the Canadian Press. He also produces and co-hosts Menschin' with the Boys, a podcast that shines a light on Jews and Israelis from across the sports world. Link: Podcast, Articles, 360 Newsletter Karen PayneBio: Karen Payne is a Strategic Advisor in Antisemitism Advocacy at Federation CJA. She began her career as a corporate lawyer, practicing for over a decade in both New York and Montreal. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Karen has long been active in community philanthropy, within Solomon Schechter Academy and as a dedicated member of Federation CJA's Women's Philanthropy.  Driven by a deep commitment to combating antisemitism and strengthening the Jewish community, Karen joined Federation CJA to lead efforts in advocacy, education and resilience-building. She works closely with CIJA and helps with the strategies in educating and supporting community, and initiatives addressing antisemitism. Karen collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders to raise awareness, develop strategic responses, and implement impactful programs. Her unwavering dedication continues to inspire and empower the community in the ongoing fight against Jew-hatred.Emmanuel TrauBio: An attorney from Israel with a background in Law and Middle Eastern Studies, Emmanuel Trau also has a foundation in advanced traditional Jewish studies and serves as a Shaliach (Special Emissary) with Federation CJA. He leads high-impact advocacy and Jewish identity initiatives, delivering interactive workshops for students and diverse community cohorts to build lasting resilience and a deeper connection to Israel.Reporter: Dan Laxer from The SuburbanBio: Dan Laxer is a reporter with 30 years' experience in broadcast media and print journalism. He covers parts of the west end and the City of Montreal for The Suburban Newspaper. Follow him on Instagram and Facebook.Link: laxer@thesuburban.com.Podcast Website: FederationCJA.org/podcastPlease rate and review on podcast appContact the show: podcast@federationcja.orgFollow us on social media:X (formerly Twitter)InstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTubeShare this episode with a friend! If you enjoyed it, tag us on social media and let us know your favorite takeaway.The Pulse of Montreal's Jewish Community.

A US-Iran deal appears to be taking shape — and Israel isn't in the room. As diplomatic back-channels buzz and American strikes on Iran continue under a ceasefire that apparently requires bombing to maintain, Netanyahu finds himself watching from the outside: no seat at the table, no answers on the nuclear file, no movement on proxies. Meanwhile, two hostage parents — whose sons were held in Gaza at the same time — are entering Israeli politics from opposite ends of the spectrum, a story that says more about where the country is heading than any poll. Plus: the Caroline Glick appointment, the Israel Solidarity Parade in New York, antisemitism in London's British Museum, and a Chutzpah award for a congressman whose concession speech managed to be both funny and deeply troubling. This week's Mensch of the Week will leave you wanting to move to Tel Aviv. Note: The name of the Republican congressman challenged by Dan Bilzerian in Florida is, in fact, Randy Fine. Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/HB5rkBNCeEY

Intelligence agencies couldn't have prevented the Bondi attack even if they had more money, says ASIO’s boss Mike Burgess - but he says we’re on the brink of the highest possible terrorist threat alert, and is investigating more suspected Iranian hits on Australian soil. Today, what we’re learning as the Antisemitism Royal Commission drills into the security services. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Royal commission: NSW Police threat assessment highlighted religious celebrations This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ask most Jews what their favourite holiday is and you'll hear Hannukah, Passover, Purim, Sukkot—maybe even Yom Kippur for some diehards. But despite being one of the big three holidays in the Hebrew Bible, the upcoming festival of Shavuot doesn't usually make the cut. Which is a shame, because some of its themes feel more relevant than ever. Today, Shavuot is about nationhood, covenant and belonging. It's a time to commemorate the biblical revelation at Sinai, when the Israelites were forged into a national collective through an eternal covenant with God. It's also the festival when Jews read the Book of Ruth, which tells the story of what it means to be part of the Jewish people in a very different way. Today on Not in Heaven, we discuss a new white paper from the Shalom Hartman Institute called “Building Communities of Belonging: Jewish Identity, Conversion, Intermarriage, and Adjacency.” Its goal is to help empower Jewish communities to speak openly about, and set policies around, Jewish status and affiliation in a way that feels aligned with a community's norms and values. According to the Pew Research Center, among Jews who married between 2010 and 2020, 61 percent are intermarried; when Orthodox Jews are omitted, that rate jumps to 72 percent. Contrary to historic assumptions, many families of mixed heritage remain committed, active participants in Jewish community life. One implication, the paper proposes, is the emergence of a whole new population of individuals we might call "Jewish adjacent"—including the networks of spouses, grandparents, family members, and others who are deeply involved in the Jewish community, but who neither identify as Jewish nor have Jewish status conferred upon them by the community. Nonetheless, they may be raising Jewish children, serving on synagogue boards or teaching in Jewish institutions, attending seders and shiva, and regularly dedicating their personal resources, time and labour to Jewish communal activities and causes. How can Jewish communities have open and honest conversations about competing notions of identity, status, membership, and belonging in the Jewish community? Credits Hosts: Avi Finegold, Yedida Eisenstat, Matthew Leibl Production team: Zachary Judah Kauffman (editor), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Alicia Richler (editorial director) Music: Socalled Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not in Heaven (Not sure how? Click here )

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with Antonia Szenthe, Psychologist, project manager at Jachad Community Services, Federation of Jewish Communities in Hungary.The Lowdown podcast is the official podcast from the European Union of Jewish Students, representing over 160,000 young jews across Europe.

British police are setting ⁠up a new team ‌of 100 officers, including counter terrorism specialists, to help ‌protect Jewish communities across London after a series of antisemitic attacks ⁠including the stabbing of two men. The plan announced on Wednesday for ⁠a dedicated protection team comes as officers announced more arrests for antisemitism. London's ‌top police boss Mark Rowley said Jewish communities were facing "sustained threats" ‌from hostile state actors as well as extreme right-wing groups, elements of the extreme left and Islamist terrorists. Detectives are examining whether the arson incidents have possible Iranian links, after British security officials warned that Iran was using criminal proxies to carry out hostile activity. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Dr Dave Rich, Director of Policy at the UK Jewish security body, the Community Security Trust. (Photo: Reuters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the heartbeat of Montreal's Jewish community with the Federation CJA 360 Podcast - your front‑row seat to the impact, innovation, and inspiration shaping Jewish life today. Each episode spotlights dynamic leaders, transformative initiatives, and powerful stories that highlight how Federation CJA is strengthening our community and building a vibrant Jewish future. Engaging, uplifting, and full of purpose, this is the podcast that brings our mission to life.   Guest Information  Hillary Cohen  Bio:  Hillary Cohen is a content creator, mom of two and storyteller at Federation CJA who became “unintentionally influential” by sharing the real, messy, funny side of life online. What started as casual posts, turned into a growing community that connects over honesty, humour and everyday moments. She was named one of Tel Aviv Institute's most influential voices in 2023, and now brings that same authentic voice to both her content and her work in community and storytelling. Link: www.instagram.com/unfluential_  Host: Glenn J. Nashen About the Host:  Glenn J. Nashen is an award-winning public safety innovator and communicator, and longtime Cote Saint‑Luc City Councillor having founded CSL Emergency Medical Services and CSLvolunteer Citizens on Patrol. Glenn was Director of Public Affairs and Communications at the Jewish General Hospital and CIUSSS West Central Montreal for 20 years and now serves asPodcast Producer and Director of Media Relations and Crisis Communications at Federation CJA, continuing his commitment to strengthening, safeguarding, and informing the community. Links: Blog, Facebook, X, LinkedIn.  Reporter: Jordan Stoopler Jordan Stoopler is a copywriter and podcast reporter within Federation CJA's Strategic Marketing & Communications department. A graduate with journalism degrees from both Concordia University and Hofstra University on Long Island, New York, Jordan contributes to campaigns, weekly newsletters and other organizational communications. By night, Jordan is a freelance sports reporter, covering the local professional sports scene for the Canadian Press. He also produces and co-hosts Menschin' with the Boys, a podcast that shines a light on Jews and Israelis from across the sports world.  Link: Podcast, Articles, 360 Newsletter  Podcast Website: FederationCJA.org/podcast Please rate and review on podcast app Contact the show: podcast@federationcja.org Follow us on social media: X (formerly Twitter) Instagram Facebook LinkedIn YouTube  Share this episode with a friend! If you enjoyed it, tag us on social media and let us know your favorite takeaway. The Pulse of Montreal's Jewish Community.

Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland and son of a Holocaust survivor Oliver Sears joins Pat to discuss rising levels of fear in the Irish Jewish community.

As King Charles of Great Britain arrived in the United States on a state visit, there are some serious issues we must discuss in Great Britain. Every day, a new antisemitic attack is reported. Is this a chilling insight into what could happen right here in the United States, or can we change course before it's too late?

Keir Starmer has been accused of failing to combat antisemitism following a horrific knife attack on two Jewish men in North London. Plus: The US plans further military action in Iran, Israel detains 175 activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla off the coast of Crete, and Reform's Scottish leader has been branded “tone-deaf” for boasting about his multiple yachts. With NoJusticeMTG & Banseka Kayembe.

Attack on Jews in London– Have we been too tolerant of the intolerant  #London #TerrorAttack #Antisemitism #BreakingNews #UKPolitics #JewishCommunity #HateCrime #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV  Following the confirmed terror attack targeting Jewish victims in London today, we ask a difficult but necessary question: have we become too tolerant of those who preach hatred, glorify violence, and exploit the freedoms of an open society? In tonight's live discussion, we'll examine what happened, the rise in antisemitism, failures of leadership, policing and security, and the wider challenge facing Britain and the West: how do democratic societies defend tolerance without surrendering to intolerance? This is a serious conversation about public safety, extremism, social cohesion, and protecting all citizens from hate-fuelled violence. Join the live chat and share your views respectfully. #London #TerrorAttack #Antisemitism #UnitedKingdom #Politics #Security #LiveStream #London #TerrorAttack #Antisemitism #BreakingNews #UKPolitics #Britain #Security #CounterTerrorism #JewishCommunity #HateCrime #LiveNews #YouTubeLive #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #JonGauntTVLIVE #LiveStream #FreeSpeech #PoliticsLive #CurrentAffairs #LondonNews  London, Terror Attack, Antisemitism, Breaking News, UK Politics, Britain, Security, Counter Terrorism, Jewish Community, Hate Crime, Live News, YouTube Live, Jon Gaunt, JonGauntTV, JonGauntTV LIVE, Live Stream, Free Speech, Politics Live, Current Affairs, London News This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.  

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Despite the Iran War being popular with many in Israel, some communities there staged a protest this weekend against the ceasefire in Lebanon. Israel sees its war on Hezbollah as inseparable from the Iran War - and there is every chance that Netanyahu will suffer big political consequences if Trump decrees an early end to the war that Bibi persuaded him to start. In any case, the State of Israel could be living with the consequences of Netanyahu's decisions for many years to come. Many formerly-reliable allies of Israel eventually condemned the war in Gaza and moved to recognise a Palestinian state. And now the Spanish government will formally ask the entire European Union to sever its ties with Israel over its violations of international law. Meanwhile, in the US, support for Israel is cratering - and photos of the IDF attacking icons of Jesus with a sledgehammer aren't likely to help. Joining Piers Morgan to debate the Middle East crisis is former Israeli hostage negotiator, Gershon Baskin, retired lieutenant colonel and IDF spokesman, Jonathan Conricus, international spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron and advisor to the Israeli government, Yishai Fleisher and author and commentator for Haaretz, Gideon Levy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sofia Freudenstein serves as the Director of Jewish Life and Learning for the Jewish Community of Helsinki, Finland. She joins Lex and Rena Yehuda for a conversation about why being Jewish in Finland, and in other corners of the world that don't have the largest Jewish communities...really rocks! Together, the three of them also explore what halacha (Jewish law) looks like in such communities -- with one strong supporter of it, one opponent, and one situated in the middle. Find out who's who by listening in! Head to JudaismUnbound.com/classes to check out upcoming mini-courses in the UnYeshiva: Reproductive Justice, Torah during Climate Catastrophe, Yiddish Revolutionary Folksong, and Jewish Citizenship Bound & Unbound! Financial aid is available via this link. ------------------------------ Access full shownotes for this episode via this link. If you're enjoying Judaism Unbound, please help us keep things going with a one-time or monthly tax-deductible donation -- support Judaism Unbound by clicking here! Join the Judaism Unbound discord, where you can interact with Judaism Unbound's hosts, and with fellow listeners all around the world, by heading to discord.judaismunbound.com. 

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Jewish communities in the United States will be observing one of the most sacred holidays of their religion, Passover, with increased security measures and concerns over hateful rhetoric as the war against Iran continues. The FBI is currently conducting an investigation into a terror attack against Temple Israel, the nation's second largest Jewish congregation, in West Bloomfield, Michigan, in which a driver drove a vehicle packed with fireworks through the front doors. Other recent violent incidents have confirmed fears there has been a palpable rise in antisemitism. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Liora Rez, the executive director of StopAntisemitism, who says there too many examples that show a sharp rise in the use of tropes that claim Jews are puppeteering governments, the media and financial institutions which is raising security concerns during the holidays. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jewish communities in the United States will be observing one of the most sacred holidays of their religion, Passover, with increased security measures and concerns over hateful rhetoric as the war against Iran continues. The FBI is currently conducting an investigation into a terror attack against Temple Israel, the nation's second largest Jewish congregation, in West Bloomfield, Michigan, in which a driver drove a vehicle packed with fireworks through the front doors. Other recent violent incidents have confirmed fears there has been a palpable rise in antisemitism. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Liora Rez, the executive director of StopAntisemitism, who says there too many examples that show a sharp rise in the use of tropes that claim Jews are puppeteering governments, the media and financial institutions which is raising security concerns during the holidays. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jewish communities in the United States will be observing one of the most sacred holidays of their religion, Passover, with increased security measures and concerns over hateful rhetoric as the war against Iran continues. The FBI is currently conducting an investigation into a terror attack against Temple Israel, the nation's second largest Jewish congregation, in West Bloomfield, Michigan, in which a driver drove a vehicle packed with fireworks through the front doors. Other recent violent incidents have confirmed fears there has been a palpable rise in antisemitism. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Liora Rez, the executive director of StopAntisemitism, who says there too many examples that show a sharp rise in the use of tropes that claim Jews are puppeteering governments, the media and financial institutions which is raising security concerns during the holidays. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Members of Canada's New Democratic Party are meeting this weekend to choose a new party leader, with a decision slated for Sunday. And for the first time since the 1970s, a Jewish candidate has a strong chance of being elected. Avi Lewis could follow in the footsteps of his late grandfather David Lewis, who led the NDP shortly after Avi was born. David Lewis remains the only Jewish Canadian in history to lead a national political party. But a lot has changed since his reign. The NDP was decimated in the 2025 election, winning only seven seats and losing official party status. As they hope to rebuild and expand their coalition, some party members are worried about the younger Lewis's criticism of Israel and his anti-Zionist beliefs; he is a member of the anti-Zionist organization Independent Jewish Voices Canada and his roster of prominent endorsers includes many activists with similar views. Lewis's closest rival is widely seen as Heather McPherson, the NDP MP for Edmonton Strathcona. She's not Jewish, but holds similar sentiments about Israel. She has supported seven petitions against the Israeli government, wore a Keffiyeh in the House of Commons during a vote on Palestinian statehood, and wants Canada to investigate anyone who ever served in the Israeli army. The CJN reached out multiple times to Lewis's camp for an interview, but they declined. On today's episode of The CJN's North Star podcast, NDP insider and The CJN Political Panelist Noah Tepperman joins host Ellin Bessner to explain why he believes both front-runners are problematic for the country—but why Avi Lewis is much worse for Jewish Canadians. Jewish former broadcaster Avi Lewis widely seen as the front-runner, but concerns are being raised about his strong anti-Zionist views. Tags: #Canada politics, #NDP, #Avi Lewis, #Heather McPherson, #Jewish Canadians, #Israel, #antisemitism, #cdnpoli Related links Read how the two leading NDP leadership candidates criticized the current U.S. and Israeli war with Iran, when the attack began Feb. 28, in The CJN . Learn more about the five candidates on the NDP's leadership convention's website. Hear The CJN's Political Panel's early prediction about the NDP leadership race, on “North Star” with Ellin Bessner , from Jan. 2026. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( @ebessner ) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Alicia Richler (editorial director) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here ) Watch our podcasts on YouTube. Help others find this podcast by leaving us a review for “North Star” on Apple Podcasts via your iPhone or iPad device, or with your Android. (Spotify allows only starred ratings but you can do that, too!)

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March 13, 2026 ~ Chris, Lloyd & Jamie talk with Doron Levin, board member at Temple Israel, about the synagogue attack. Doron shares his shock and sadness, also noting the community's resolve and need for protection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 13, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds, Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick speak with Rabbi Aaron Bergman. They discuss the recent targeted attack and the community's resilient, grateful, and forward-looking response. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 13, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel discusses yesterday's Temple Israel attack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Jewish communities across North America are on alert after another attack. A man drove his car into — and through — a synagogue in Michigan. He was armed, and the car burst into flames inside the building. It's another incident, adding to the fear felt at synagogues and Jewish schools.And: The first statement from Iran's new leader Mojtaba Khamenei says the military should keep up its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. It also says Iran will continue to target U.S. military bases, and wants reparations for the deaths of Iranians killed by American bombing.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to Yellowknife to detail plans to reinforce security in Canada's north.Plus: Manitoba considers ban on pay-for-plasma, airline prices going up again, a bill to make it easier for police and Canada's spy service to investigate online activity, and more.Music credit: Chan Chan by Buena Vista Social Club

Last week, three Toronto synagogues were hit with gunfire in overnight shootings. Shocked and exasperated, the city's Jewish community demanded that action must be taken to keep them safe. They're angry at public officials for not offering sufficient protection, and many have voiced their frustration with community institutions for what they perceive as an ineffective use of community security funds. But, after all the sound and fury, what practical solutions are available to Canadian Jewish communities? What type of security spending could actually reduce the likelihood of these events, and when is it just throwing good money after bad? Are efforts for more security the most effective way to address these incidents, or would other interventions — like pushing for more municipal street lighting or for stricter gun control laws — be the thing that actually makes a difference? Comments by influencers like Tucker Carlson saying that Chabad is directing the Iran War may only serve to fuel further attacks. Anyone can have their own TV show and broadcast to million of followers from their phon — does that mean that we need to take the microphone away?  As the Jewish community's calls for action came to a crescendo last weekend, they coincided with the reading of parshat “Ki Tisa,” which tells the story of the Israelites being gripped by fear, dismay, and abandonment after Moses fails to return after weeks on Mount Sinai. The people come to Aaron and demand that he take action, do something, to save them. On this week's episode of Not in Heaven, our rabbinic podcasters ask: when community leaders are faced with demands for action, how should they respond? Which solutions are real, and which are, as it were, simply a false idol? And quite apart from solutions, how can we respond and comfort very real fear within a community? Credits Hosts: Avi Finegold, Yedida Eisenstat, Matthew Leibl Production team: Zachary Judah Kauffman (editor), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Socalled Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not in Heaven (Not sure how? Click here )

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports four men have been arrested in the UK on suspicion of spying for Iran.

We spoke with an archivist for an oral history project and a longtime member of Danville's Jewish community.

For Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg, the financial support and professional opportunities afforded by her fellowship at the Wexner Foundation, which plugged her into a network of the “the most powerful Jewish professionals in the country,” were substantial. But as a feminist rabbi whose most recent book is titled “On Repentance and Repair,” she felt she could not ignore the disturbing reality of the close personal and financial ties between Leslie Wexner, the benefactor of the foundation, and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, she tells the Haaretz Podcast. In a personal act of accountability and repentance, in 2019, Ruttenberg – “shocked, disturbed and unsettled” by the early revelations regarding Epstein and Wexner – donated the funds she took from the foundation to an organization confronting sexual violence and challenged others to take similar steps. There was little reaction to her call at the time. Now, with new details revealed in the Department of Justice release of the Epstein files, she says “my only regret is not speaking out earlier and more forcefully, no matter the cost.” She warned that “when we try to pretend that none of this is happening, we feed every conspiracy theory. And when we say that who matters are raped children, and when we center the people who are harmed, and when we live the values of our Torah and of every other teaching that we claim is holy, then we dispel those theories, because we become the people who we are supposed to be … the people who are living our values.” Read more: Island Visit, NYC Flat and 'Belarusian Girls': Ex-Israel PM Ehud Barak Addresses Jeffrey Epstein Ties The Ferrari, the Meetings and 'The Redhead': Latest Jeffrey Epstein Files Reveal Ties With Popular Israeli-American Researcher Dan Ariely Memorializing Jeffrey Epstein? Pro-Netanyahu Channel 14 Confuses Convicted Sex Offender With Beloved Israeli Singer Life After Harvard: What's in Store for Wexner Foundation's Israeli Leaders Program? From 2020: Wexner Foundation Named After Billionaire Philanthropist Distancing Itself From FounderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AN ANCIENT CITY'S MODERN DIVIDE HEADLINE 1: Iran and Russia held joint naval exercises in and around the Gulf of Oman.HEADLINE 2: The European Union officially designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization.HEADLINE 3: Israel carried out a large counterterrorism operation in the town of Hebron this week.---FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Yishai Fleisher, who serves as the international spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief---Featured FDD Pieces:"Europe Looks to Israeli Tech to Defend Tanks" - Brad Bowman and Justin Leopold-Cohen, Real Clear Defense"Free Jimmy Lai!" - Cliff May, The Washington Times"Ukraine, four years in" - LinkedIn Newsletter: This Week at FDD

When founder of KIND Snacks Daniel Lubetzky looks at a glass of water, he doesn't see it as half empty or half full. He sees an opportunity to fill up the cup. In this SAPIR Conversation with Rabbi David Wolpe, Lubetzky explains how this mindset shaped his journey from arriving in the United States as a 16-year-old immigrant to becoming a multi-billion-dollar entrepreneur who founded one of the most recognizable health food brands in the country. This success propelled him onto the hit TV series Shark Tank as one of the “sharks” and into a life as a social entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, author, and civic leader. Above all, Lubetzky is a builder. As the son of the Holocaust survivor, he views it as his mission to build bridges across seemingly impossible divides – and encourages us all to use our power to do the same. Read the SAPIR essays and op-eds referenced in this SAPIR Conversation and reach out to us at info@sapirjournal.org:  Ilana Horwitz's SAPIR essay on Poverty and Jewish Community: https://sapirjournal.org/money/2025/poverty-and-jewish-community/Daniel Lubetzky's Washington Post op-ed, The lessons I carry from my Jewish grandfather: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/28/antisemitism-jewish-penny-portnoy-entrepreneur/Music from #Uppbeat: ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/theo-gerard/monsieur-groove 

Note: This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_J8I4ZB72bo This is the kind of conversation about Israel and Palestine you won't hear anywhere else. Rabbi Sid Schwarz, founding rabbi of Congregation Adat Shalom and longtime progressive Zionist, and Sam Sherman, a playwright, actor, and anti-Zionist activist who grew up in Schwarz's congregation, model how to engage in respectful dialogue across profound ideological differences about Israel and Palestine. Schwarz discusses his decades-long commitment to what he calls "spiritual Zionism"—affirming Israel's right to exist while vocally opposing policies that violate Jewish values. Sherman explains his anti-Zionist position rooted in concern for Palestinian dignity and opposition to what he sees as institutionalized Jewish supremacy. Despite their disagreements on the meaning of Zionism, the legitimacy of violence, and the future of the region, both speakers demonstrate deep respect, genuine curiosity, and a commitment to staying in relationship. As Sam prepares to return to the West Bank to work with the Center for Jewish Nonviolence, this conversation offers a rare and moving example of how Jews across generational and ideological divides can engage with empathy, learn from each other, and remain part of the same Jewish community even when fundamental disagreements persist. Theme song, “Ilu Finu” by Rabbi Miriam Margles. Her album This is the Day is available for purchase at CDBaby: https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/miriammarglesandthehadarensemb Visit our home on the web — Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations: http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org Subscribe by Email at http://subscribebyemail.com/evolve.fireside.fm/rss Read these show notes on the web at https://evolve.fireside.fm/1 This podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guests: Rabbi Sid Schwarz, Ph.D. and Sam Sherman.

Kanye West has had a bit to say when it comes to the Jewish Community, but it now seems like he's changed his tune! Kate Hudson has also weighed in her 2 cents when it comes to the 'Rom-Com' curse and Robert Pattinson says he smells like.... crayons?! ENJOY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Lew was drawn to a mission of service well before becoming the 76th U.S. Secretary of the Treasury. As a kid in Forest Hills, Queens, he stepped up as his high school's inaugural Earth Day coordinator. Inspired by a local rabbi, he supported low-income housing in his hometown. Raised in a home committed to Jewish life and Zionism but also social justice and the community around him, Lew never wavered from an equal sense of responsibility to both worlds. In fact, it's that very outlook that led him to a storied career in public service without ever sacrificing his Jewish faith and practice.   On January 13th, Rabbi David Wolpe sat down with Secretary Lew for an in-depth SAPIR Conversation. Together, they reflected on moments both personal and historic: the time President Clinton left Lew a voicemail on Shabbat; the pivotal conversation he had with President Obama before accepting the position of White House Chief of Staff; the experience of serving as U.S. Ambassador to Israel weeks after October 7th. They also discussed the future of U.S. military assistance to Israel, the fate of American Jewry, and – this being a SAPIR issue on Money – his understanding of the ideal form of Tzedaka, or charity.   Read the SAPIR essays referenced in this SAPIR Conversation, including:   Ilana Horwitz's essay on Poverty and Jewish Community: https://sapirjournal.org/money/2025/poverty-and-jewish-community/   Jordan Chandler Hirsch's essay on The Need for a Jewish Sovereign Wealth Fund: https://sapirjournal.org/money/2025/the-need-for-a-jewish-sovereign-wealth-fund/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/theo-gerard/monsieur-groove 

Rabbi Wildes sits down with Iranian born William Mehrvarz. William escaped an imminent death sentence for the crime of Apostasy to move to New York and become Jewish. He joins us to discuss the recent protests and massacres in Iran, the implications for the future of Israel, and risking everything to live as a Jew.

The remarkable and variegated Jewish Community of the capital city Czernowitz, which ran the gamut from Hasidim (Sadegur and Vishnitz) to Germanized Meshumadim ... and everything in between!

Once-substantial Jewish enclaves of Morocco, Algeria and other North Africa states have dwindled steadily since World War II, mostly through migration to Israel. In sub-Saharan Africa, lesser known Jewish communities provide strikingly different narratives. Guided by ethnomusicologist and Rabbi Jeffrey A. Summit of Tufts University, this program focuses on the history and music of a small but robust community of Jewish converts in Uganda, the Abayudaya. Summit's own recordings include the Abayudaya singing choral music, modified folkloric songs accompanied by local drums and harps, such as the enchanting adungu, and also ventures into pop music bring this remarkable story vividly to life. This program will also introduce history and music from a younger community of practicing Jews in Ghana. APWW #544 Produced by Banning Eyre.

A first-hand video report shows Palestinian Authority forces terrorizing Jews in Area C of Judea and Samaria—raising serious questions about security, Oslo-era agreements, and what's really unfolding on the ground. Today's podcast examines newly surfaced footage of PA forces blocking roads and training with heavy weapons, alongside stark warnings from Israel's Defense Minister that Judea and Samaria could face an October 7–style attack. With Israeli counterterror operations reducing terrorist attacks by over 80% in 2025, officials stress that sustained IDF presence and buffer zones are essential to prevent terrorist groups from re-establishing themselves. Today's episode also breaks down statistics that the media often ignores: terror trends in 2025, Israel's growing population, rising birth rates among Jews, declining mortality, and a 25% increase in Israel's GDP—all pointing to a very different reality than what the media often portrays. From Israel's recognition of Somaliland's independence and the riots taking place in Iran to demographic shifts and spiritual awakenings inside Israel, The Israel Guys connect the dots between security, sovereignty, and truth on the ground.  Join The Land of Israel Fellowship: https://thelandofisrael.com/ Join The Israel Guys member program: https://israelguys.link/TIGmember Purchase an "Israel" patch hat: https://theisraelguys.store/products/israel-1948-cap Sign up for the men's Pruning trip to Israel: https://serveisrael.com/volunteer/pruning/ Follow The Israel Guys on Telegram: https://t.me/theisraelguys  Follow Us On X: https://x.com/theisraelguys  Follow Us On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theisraelguys Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theisraelguys Source Links:  https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/420199 https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/420192 https://thejewishedition.com/topics/health-medicine/2025/12/31/jewish-population-booms-media-see-malaise/ https://x.com/DovLipman/status/2000208282145673618?s=20 https://x.com/FrumTikTok/status/2005854810780717113?s=20 https://belaaz.com/news/at-least-2-killed-by-police-at-mass-protests-against-iranian-regime-in-tehran-elsewhere/  

Is the life of a Jew an individual journey with God or a communal one? What is being asked of the Jewish people right now? When your faith fractures, how do you find wholeness again in your relationship with God?A conversation with Dr. Mijal Bitton exploring faith in God, the current Jewish experience, Judaism not just as a religion but as a family, the significance of our ancestral bonds and the power and necessity of individual contributions to the collective Jewish narrative. Dr. Mijal Bitton is a spiritual leader, public intellectual, and sociologist. She serves as Scholar in Residence at the Maimonides Fund and Rosh Kehilla of the Downtown Minyan in New York City. A Visiting Researcher at NYU Wagner, she directed pioneering research on Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews in the United States.Mijal is an alumna of the Wexner Graduate Fellowship, a New Pluralist Field Builder, and a Sacks Scholar. She co-hosts the podcast Wondering Jews and shares weekly reflections on Jewish life, identity, and resilience in her Substack newsletter, Committed.Substack: https://mijal.substack.com/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cU0NTHYQZOTARwuXTbpLU?si=uPmpMnd6RbycOuFli-N9SgWebsite & contact: mijalbitton.comInstagram: @mijalbitton * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.* * * * * *TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introducing Mijal Bitton03:12 The Jewish Experience: Identity and Collective Responsibility05:56 Faith and Imperfection: Navigating Belief in Difficult Times08:48 Judaism Beyond Religion: A Family and Community12:04 The Interconnectedness of Faith and Peoplehood14:56 Finding Your Individual Path Within a Collective Identity17:48 The Role of My Ancestors in Shaping My Faith21:10 Hope vs. Optimism: A Jewish Perspective on Challenges23:53 The Joy of Being Jewish27:13 The Future of Judaism: A Vision for the World30:02 Fighting for Our Place: Political Mobilization and Community Engagement32:54 Personal Practices: Staying Centered Amidst Responsibilities36:10 Sephardic Heritage: A Unique Perspective on Tradition38:56 Closing Thoughts: Embracing Our Roles in the Jewish Community

Australians are in shock after two gunmen opened fire at Bondi Beach in Sydney, killing at least 15 people. CBS News reports that the suspects are a father and son. Talks over ending the war between Russia and Ukraine accelerated over the weekend. The Wall Street Journal’s Laurence Norman details why big differences remain for both sides. Authorities in Rhode Island are still searching for a suspect in the deadly mass shooting on the campus of Brown University. The Washington Post reports that the initial person of interest has been released. Plus, more rain is on the way as Washington state battles severe flooding, the surprising return of a 44-year-old NFL quarterback, and legendary actor Dick Van Dyke’s message on his 100th birthday. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach ended with a mass shooting when two gunmen opened fire, killing 15 people. In a country with some of the world’s strictest gun laws, how were a father and son able to carry out an attack that sent shockwaves across Australia? In this episode: Danielle Robertson (@Danielle_Rob), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé and Melanie Marich, with Sarí el-Khalili, Farhan Rafid, Fatima Shafiq, Diana Ferrero, Tamara Khandaker and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz and Sarí el-Khalili. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Police in Australia say 12 people have died in an antisemitic terror attack at Bondi Beach; 29 people were taken to hospital, including a child. The shooting targeted a gathering to mark the first day of Hanukkah. One gunman is among the dead, a second is in hospital, and the police are investigating whether a third was involved.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk