Daily Archives: February 12, 2017

Leanne’s Story – A Black Girl’s Journey To Judaism

I chatted with Leanne via a Youtube hangout this afternoon. WARNING: The sound quality is poor. Leanne grew up in the Church of England in north-west London near Gulders Green. Around age 13, she became fascinated by Jews and started … Continue reading

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Why Most Pilots Should Be Men

Washington Post: Passengers reportedly fled a flight before it could take off on Saturday — after a United Airlines pilot went on a bizarre rant over the intercom. In a ball cap and casual shirt, the pilot remarked on her … Continue reading

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Torah Talk: Yitro (Exodus 18:1–20:23)

This week’s Torah portion is Yitro (Exodus 18:1–20:23) My second discussion of the parasha is with a fellow convert to Judaism. * Yitro is one of two Torah portions named for a non-Jew (along with Noach). Many non-Jews are portrayed … Continue reading

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