The Cracks in Everything with Brant Slomovic & Sara Angel
The Cracks in Everything with Brant Slomovic & Sara Angel
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 7:00 PM
They are called lone soldiers. Canadian photo-essayist Brant Slomovic examines their stories through portraits and a survey of Israel’s landscape. He asks where they came from, who they are, and why they sought out Israel as their home. Brant Slomovic is a Canadian photo essayist based in Toronto, with a background as an emergency medicine physician. His experience as a doctor working on the front lines instills in him a unique perspective on narrative and the human condition. His passion for storytelling stems from an awareness and sensitivity to people in times of need. What underlies his approach to work and artistic expression is a viewpoint that considers every person through a lens of commonality and connection.
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They are called lone soldiers. Canadian photo-essayist Brant Slomovic examines their stories through portraits and a survey of Israel’s landscape. He asks where they came from, who they are, and why they sought out Israel as their home. Brant Slomovic is a Canadian photo essayist based in Toronto, with a background as an emergency medicine physician. His experience as a doctor working on the front lines instills in him a unique perspective on narrative and the human condition. His passion for storytelling stems from an awareness and sensitivity to people in times of need. What underlies his approach to work and artistic expression is a viewpoint that considers every person through a lens of commonality and connection.
To buy the Cracks in Everything, click here.
JEWISH LIFE
Combatting Anti-semitism with the Hon. Mayor John Tory
Recorded LIVE on Monday, January 25, 2021 at 7:30 PM
There is a rise in anti-semitism incidents with the Jewish community in Toronto. Mayor John Tory will speak about what is being done to fight antisemitism and hate in our city to help ensure the safet... Read More
Language: the Key for Changing our Reality - In Hebrew
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Are we changing our reality by changing our language or rather changing our language to transform our everyday? In this event we will discuss the reciprocal relations between language and society... Read More
Something Beautiful Happened by Yvette Manessis Corporon
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Yvette Manessis Corporon grew up listening to her grandmother’s stories about how the people of the small Greek island Erikousa hid a Jewish family—a tailor named Savvas and his daughters—from the Naz... Read More
Healing Yoga with Orli
Recorded LIVE on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 8:30 PM
Enjoy a gentle yoga practice that helps you restore, release and relax.
Learn to make Hummus and Burnt Eggplant Babaganoush with Carolyn Cohen from Delicious Dish
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 3:00 PM
Learn to make this delicious foolproof hummus recipe that will hit the spot and burnt eggplant babaganoush with amazing flavors.
Mifgash Talks: Dialogue with Foundations
Courtesy of JCCS of North America NY, NY
Sheva Talks - Tikkun Olam Part 1
Courtesy of JCCS of North America NY, NY
Momjo Talks Raising Eco-Conscious Kids with Aleks Malkin
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Join Liat and Carolina as they learn how to live a more eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle with Aleks, as she shares her go-to tips and products to raise eco-conscious children.
Making Saturday Vibes Last the Week
Recorded LIVE on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 8:00 PM
In Partnership with the Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA. A conversation about re-energizing and refocusing your wellbeing to create a peaceful mindset all week long.
Tips and Tricks for a Father’s Day BBQ from Izzy Eidelman, CEO and Pit Master of Izzy’s Brooklyn Smokehouse
Recorded LIVE on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Izzy will share his story, mission, advice for success, and some tips for your home BBQ. You won’t want to miss this one!
Displaced Jews at the end of the Second World War
Recorded LIVE on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM
In partnership with Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre, Historian David Nasaw discusses his new book, The Last Million: Europe’s Displaced Persons from World War to Cold War.
Matchmaker ft. The House
Recorded LIVE on Monday, June 29, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Did your dating life come to an abrupt standstill during the pandemic? We at The House feel you. It’s part of our mission to ensure that great people keep meeting each other! So, this time, we’re goin... Read More
Virtual Bake-Along: Berry Galette with Chef Lindsay in partnership with the Mandell JCC Greater Hartford
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Join Chef Lindsay to make a Berry Galette with perfect pie crust.
A Taste of Shavuot with Amy Rosen’s Blintzes with Blueberry Sauce
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Amy Rosen is a James Beard nominated award-winning freelance journalist. Amy released her fifth cookbook, Kosher Style, and will demo how to make delicious blintzes with blueberry sauce.
UJA is bringing Israel into your home for this year’s Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration!
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 9:00 AM
To mark Israel’s independence, UJA is excited to deliver a live stream of fantastic programming from morning until night.
THOUGHT LEADERS & SPEAKERS
Countdown: The Presidential Election with Dr. Steven Windmueller
Recorded LIVE on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 1:00 PM
Dr. Steven Windmueller will be examining the 2020 campaign and Jewish political behavior. What issues are driving Jewish voters? How important is the Jewish vote? What can we expect on November 3rd?
70 Faces of Israel with speaker Dr. Einat Wilf.
JCC Association of North America Leadership Seminar
A MOMJO DOUBLE FEATURE: Dr. Berzen Discusses Back to School & Ashley and Jared from Bachelor in Paradise Talk About New Book
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 8:00 PM
MOMJO will first talk with Dr. Berzen at 8:00PM EST to answer your questions about Covid-19 and returning back to school. At 9:00PM EST, Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon from Bachelor in Paradise wil... Read More
The First Hasidic Female Judge and Founder of the First Female Volunteer Ambulance Service, Rachel Freier
Recorded LIVE on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Rachel "Ruchie" Freier won a 10 year term as a judge in NY State and was the first Hasidic woman to hold a position in public office in United States history. She then became an emergency medical tech... Read More
What you need to know about COVID-19 and your Pet with Dr. Ian Sandler
Recorded LIVE on Monday, April 13, 2020 at 3:00 PM
What you need to know about COVID-19 and your Pet with Dr. Ian Sandler. Learn about the impact of the virus on your pets.
FRONTLINE ACCESS with Maccabi Canada ft. David Zilberman In Partnership With Maccabi Canada
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 7:00 PM
We'll be talking with David about coaching the next generation of young athletes, his experiences at the Olympic games, and what the future holds for this fast-growing sport for both men and women.
Sheva Talks: Shabbat Part 1
Courtesy of JCCS of North America NY, NY
May the 4th be With You!
Recorded LIVE on Monday, May 4, 2020 at 4:00 PM
A discussion from the Outer Rim regarding all things Star Wars on this day of world wide celebration.
Joan Lunden, An Honest Conversation About Aging
Recorded LIVE on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Joan Lunden discusses her most candid and revealing book, Why Did I Come Into This Room? Whether your in your 40s, 50s, 60s or more, she will give you helpful information to embrace the various phase... Read More
Book Launch of A Cry in Unison by Judy Weissenberg Cohen
Recorded LIVE on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 7:30 PM
Presented by the Azrieli Foundation in partnership with the Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre.
A special address will be given from friend and Holocaust scholar Myrna Goldenberg. T... Read More
MOMJO talks with Tova Leigh- writer, actress and blogger of My Thoughts about Stuff
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 10:30 AM
Carolina and Liat will learn how about her successful blog - My Thoughts About Stuff - in 2015 made her an internet sensation with her rants about motherhood. Her viral online series 'Mom Life Crisis'... Read More
Virtual J Presents: A Civil Rights Giant - Rep. John Lewis
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 8:30 PM
We will discuss and highlight Congressman John Lewis’s courageous journey and unwavering fight for justice that spans over 50 years. We will discuss lessons learned from his life and how his struggl... Read More
Time-Saving Cleaning Tips and Tricks with Melissa Maker ft. MOMJO
Recorded LIVE on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Melissa Maker is host of the CleanMySpace YouTube channel, founder of Clean My Space, a housekeeping service based in Toronto, and best-selling author of Clean My Space: The Secret to Cleaning Better,... Read More
Navigating the Media: Always Consider the Source
Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 7:30 PM
In partnership with the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia. In today’s media maze, it can be challenging to understand the reliability of the content. Media literacy, recognizing misinformation/disinforma... Read More
FRONTLINE ACCESS: Karen James and her 1972 Munich Olympic Experience
Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Karen began her athletic journey as a swimmer in the Maccabiah Games and went on to qualify for the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. Her personal experiences of the hostage taking and the surrounding ter... Read More
UPCOMING LIVE STREAMS
Beyond Your Bubbie's Brunch with Jake Cohen
Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 10:00 AM
It’s time to get your brunch on in a whole new way with always-hungry, nice Jewish boy, Jake Cohen.
The Kabbalah of Bob Dylan
Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Explore Bob Dylan’s profound connections to his Jewish roots in life and song. He grew up in a Yiddish-speaking home in a family that was at the very nexus of his hometown’s Jewish community.
Navigating the Media: Always Consider the Source
Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 7:30 PM
In partnership with the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia. In today’s media maze, it can be challenging to understand the reliability of the content. Media literacy, recognizing misinformation/disinforma... Read More
Hamantaschen Hacks: Creating Sweet & Savoury Purim Flavours with Jamie Geller
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 10:00 AM
Celebrate Purim with the world’s most trusted kosher foodie, Jamie Geller, who will be sharing her favourite Hamantaschen Hacks.
The Jewish Perspective on Freedom for All with Adrienne Gold Davis
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 9:00 PM
How does Judaism define the notion of freedom? Is it freedom from or freedom to? The Passover story is a universal paradigm of 'purposeful freedom', teaches us how one can maximize their potential thr... Read More
The Kabbalah of The Beatles
Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 7:30 PM
The very first single released by the Beatles own record label, Apple, was a version of a Sammy Cahn tune. The cover of the “Sgt. Pepper” album features a minyan of notable Jews, and Paul McCartney an... Read More
Beyond Exodus & Cheesecake with Adrienne Gold Davis
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 9:00 PM
An often-overlooked holiday, Shavuot is about more than just cheesecake! It is the culmination of all we learned during the Exodus and provides us an answer to the question "Is it freedom from or free... Read More
Part 1: Making Passover Traditions Even Tastier with Naomi Nachman
Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Naomi Nachman a.k.a 'The Aussie Gourmet,' will show us her famous recipes for southwest egg rolls, charoset salad and charoset-inspired capons.
Purim Lessons & Tapping Into the Power of the Hidden with Adrienne Gold Davis
Monday, February 22, 2021 at 9:00 PM
The heroine of the Purim story, Queen Esther, faces a moment of deep fear and moves forward despite it. This story teaches us much about "That which is Hidden", and how to tap into the power of the so... Read More
How Restaurants Recover from COVID-19 ft. Eran Shram of Café Landwer
Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 8:00 PM
Enjoy a night of delicious dining and great company. Use this promo code 10VIRTUALJ between 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on February 3rd to order your dinner from Café Landwer and get 10% off.
Part 2: Making Passover Traditions Even Tastier with Jamie Geller
Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 10:00 AM
In Part 2 of our 2-Part Passover culinary series, Kosher Network International CEO, Jamie Geller will take us through her 4-favourite dishes to make for Passover:
TEACHING THE HOLOCAUST: A SHOP TALK International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2020
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Teaching and learning about the Holocaust is an essential opportunity to inspire critical thinking, societal awareness, and personal growth.
Inside the Instagrammable Life @ Girl with No Job
Monday, February 8, 2021 at 8:00 PM
In partnership with The House. Claudia Oshry aka @GirlWithNoJob is insta-famous for her hilarious viral social content that’s amassed her a following of over 3 million people.