Daily Lift Archives

Black Jewish Rapper

His name is Nissim – which means miracles in Hebrew. An apt description of his life.

“Fill the Void” – A Chasidic Love Story

Chasidic Israeli filmmaker Rama Burshtein’s new film tells the fascinating story of a Chassidic family in Tel Aviv – almost as fascinating as Rama Burshtein’s own story.

We’re All Number One

Choosing more than one valedictorian distorts the value of equality.

Common Ground

Spending three days with non-religious Israelis, I discovered surprising things about them, and myself.

Let’s Make a Deal

Monty Hall’s best deal changed his life.

My Son's Yarmulka

As a child of Holocaust survivor, it's hard for me to imagine that a product of my womb will openly declare his Jewishness to any and all who see him.