In Case You Missed It: The Best of October

Including the "Seinfeld Strategy," characteristics of Jewish genius, and Golda Meir’s unlikely origins.

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Shalom from Israel 🇮🇱

Heading into November, we want to share with you our most popular essays, videos, and podcasts from the month that was:

✍ Top 3 Essays

Judaism and the 'Seinfeld Strategy'

What does Jerry Seinfeld do each day that most people don’t?

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The Triumph and Tragedy of Birthright Israel

The organization, despite its fantastic mission, has fallen well short of its tremendous potential.

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Want to speak Hebrew like a local? Here's your guide.

“After years of struggling to truly pick up the language, here's how I became fluent in Hebrew — and how you can too.”

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📹 Top Video

Golda Meir’s Unlikely Origins, From Teen Runaway to Israel's Prime Minister

Meir is among a growing list of great Jewish leaders who emerged from improbable beginnings.

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📝 Top Listicle

10 Israelis Who Perfectly Personify the Art of 'Chutzpah'

From academia to culinary arts, film & TV to fashion, these Israelis will teach you a thing or two about "spiritual audacity."

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🎙 Top Podcast Episodes

» Unpacking Jewish Food Across the World, With Merav Oren

» Enhancing Sexual Intimacy for Jewish Couples, With Talli Yehuda Rosenbaum

» Filling in the Historical Gaps About Israel, With Laureen Lipsky

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