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Jun 16, 2025, 5:38 PM

Why Hollywood’s Jewish Stars Stay Quiet on Israel — And When They Don’t

In a cultural industry built on visibility, the silence of some of Hollywood’s most prominent Jewish stars on the Israel-Palestine conflict can be striking, especially during major events like the 2023 Gaza war or the October 7 Hamas attacks....

May 30, 2025, 12:18 PM

Jewish Comedy Is Having a Moment—and ‘Bad Shabbos’ Proves It

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Jewish humor has long been Hollywood’s beating heart, from the sharp irreverence of Mel Brooks to the uncomfortable humor of Larry David. But in 2024, Jewish comedy isn’t just surviving; it’s evolving, bending to reflect a new generation’s identity,...

May 22, 2025, 7:26 AM

Kibbutz to Cannes: The Israeli Roots of Oscar-Nominated Talent

It’s a long journey from the dusty trails of an Israeli kibbutz to the glitz of Cannes or the grandeur of the Oscars. But increasingly, Israeli talent—both rising and established—are not just making that journey. They’re shaping the global...

May 16, 2025, 6:50 PM

Broadway’s Jewish Soul: A Legacy That Still Sings

From the neon marquees of Times Square to the timeless tunes that fill our collective memory, Broadway is one of America’s most cherished cultural institutions. But beneath the glitter and applause lies a truth too often overlooked: Broadway is—and...

May 15, 2025, 8:07 AM

From Exodus to X-Men: The Jews Behind The Mask

Exploring the Jewish Roots of Comic Book Culture Long before capes, claws, and cosmic battles took over pop culture, superheroes were born from the minds of Jewish immigrants and their children, visionaries who infused the genre with themes of exile,...

May 14, 2025, 8:10 AM

Auschwitz, Nova, and the Hijacking of Grief for the Algorithm

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There’s a growing trend that should concern every person who believes in memory, truth, and dignity: influencers treating sites of atrocity like backdrops. At Auschwitz-Birkenau—where over a million Jews were murdered—social media personalities are showing up with camera crews, filming...

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Jessamyn Dodd is a print, digital, and broadcast journalist. Her work includes coverage of significant events like the 2024 Olympics and high-profile celebrity crime cases.