Why do Orthodox Jews have so many kids? Is birth control ever allowed? Watch this video to find out.

During the Nine Days, we mourn the destruction of the Temples in Jerusalem and other tragedies throughout Jewish history. When we are fragmented as a nation, we are vulnerable. When we are united, we are strong. While the Jewish people makeup but a sliver of the world’s population, we are one of the most diverse […]

“It was very angering. I felt like I didn’t have a sense of autonomy,” said Zusha Goldin as he recalled an incident during when he was a teenager and a rabbi walking down the street showed his disapproval of Goldin’s “fluffy” hair by touching his head. The event sticks out for celebrity photographer, Zusha Goldin, […]

Why do Orthodox women wear wigs – especially if the wig looks even nicer than their hair? Doesn’t that defeat the purpose? In this video we explore the text-based sources for hair covering. It begins with a reference in the Torah, and then is expounded upon in the Talmud. But what about wigs? When did […]

Sammy Horowitz, also known as “Russian Concussion” and “Bear Jew,” was expelled from Hebrew School. Today he trains yeshiva boys in self-defense. On his Instagram page, you can find videos of young men in their tzitzit throwing punches in a boxing ring. Since October 7th, the world has been less safe for Jews, who were […]

Since the unanimous Israeli Supreme Court historic decision to draft Haredim–starting with 3,000 men–into the IDF last month due to a lack of manpower nine months into the war, tension has increased among Israelis. While controversy stirs around the topic with Haredim often represented as vehemently anti-military, it’s crucial to root back to reality. Sensible, […]