Jewish Oscar Nomination Roundup

Look down the list of Oscar nominees. It’s a litany of Jewish names among dozens of actors, actresses, writers, directors and other brilliant film people

Unclear Origins: Swiss Investigate Museum Collections for Nazi Looted Art

What is to become of paintings with such shady origins as those in Swiss museums suspected of being products of Nazi looting? Revisiting the landmark case involving a Klimt of similar provenance that became the most expensive painting ever sold may shed some light.

Jews Watching Big Love: All The Pligy Ladies

The rest of this week’s episode faltered here and there, but was all around, a very strong episode. In a final season, we hope to feel like we’re moving forward every moment, constantly pushing to wrap up loose ends.

Adam Sandler Is Ruining My Life

Is Adam Sandler making anybody else feel really old?

Urban Frumfitters?

Urban Outfitters has decided to co-opt the headscarf style worn by many married frum Jewish women.

Jews Watching TV: NBC Thursday Night Preview

It was the night before shabbos, and all through the house were Jews watching NBC’s famous Thursday night comedy lineup.

The Ira Glass Infatuation Post/This American Life Review: Kid Politics

Ira talks about kids. That’s a combination we really like.

Jews Watching Big Love: Surviving Puberty

Our favorite show about another weird religion is back for its final season.