For American and Israeli Jews, ‘wrestling and hugging’ must go both ways
Today, a change is needed. We can no longer expect that Israelis will unconditionally embrace every American Jew who comes to Israel. As published in
Podcast 157 International Criminal Court
What is the ICC and why is it suddenly looking into Israel and the West Bank? What are the possible implications? What should Israel do
Election #3 – The Funnies
December 2019 Culture Connection We’re well into the festive season, so we may as well have a laugh about the state of Israel’s democracy… As
Jewish Identity in the light of US antisemitic attacks
These are dark days for the Jewish People. We are facing threats to our physical well-being, but also threats to our understanding of ourselves. We
Election #3 – The Funnies
Election #3 – The Funnies We’re well into the festive season, so we may as well have a laugh about the state of Israel’s democracy…
Podcast 156 – Challenging Israel education
At the core of the word “Chanukah” is the Hebrew word for education: “chinuch”. To celebrate, Alan and Mike brought the Director of Makom, Abi
If I Forget Thee Jerusalem, It’s Because of Cyprus – Lauren Cohen Fisher
In Israel, there’s only one way to get married. Well, kind of. Israeli law says that issues of marriage and divorce shall be decided by
“Good for the Jews?” – The Wrong Question
“Is he/she good for Israel/the Jews?” It’s probably the question most frequently asked by my students about any particular politician. I’m not surprised. Having grown
Intersectionality and the Rabbi
Helping “Help towards Healing – Ezra LeMarpe” It was due to be a wonderful event. A fund-raising concert for the amazing Ezra LeMarpe NGO. Run
Podcast 154 – Kaptain Sunshine and a Greener Israel
Is Israel too reliant on fossil fuels? How can we become truly sustainable and independent? Is our current energy grid a national security danger? If
