
Newsmaker conversations from The Canadian Jewish News, hosted by Ellin Bessner, a veteran broadcaster, writer and journalist.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 758 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsPoliticsNews | |||

In the wake of Sunday’s terrorist attack on Australia’s Jewish community, Canadian Jews are feeling angry, scared, mournful and defiant, with some seriously considering moving to Israel.
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This weekend, starting on Dec. 12, thousands of Jewish teens from nearly 70 countries, including Canada, will be participating in BBYO’s annual #GlobalShabbat weekend, featuring dances, Havdalah services and other meaningful Jewish events in between.... more
Toronto police, investigating the suspected hate-motivated theft of mezuzahs from a seniors apartment complex over the weekend, now tell The CJN they have raised their original count of 20 cases to approximately 30.
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A must-listen for anyone interested in keeping up with Jewish news in Canada. Elin Bessner is a good host.
This is the only breaking-news daily podcast for Canadian Jews. If you care about issues that matter to the community, this is an important podcast to hear.
I like the show because I learn a lot about Canadian Jewry in a brief daily form. Ellin is thoughtful but measured with her guests making the show about them and not her, the way others often do.
Amazing podcast with important information delivered in a clear and factual way.
Appreciate the relevance of the topics to current event impacting the Jewish community & world at large in this concise format.
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Focused on contemporary issues pertinent to the Jewish community in Canada, this podcast offers insights into daily news and political topics that resonate with its audience. It features discussions about pressing matters such as hate crimes, social justice, cultural identity, and significant events affecting Jewish Canadians. With a dedicated host who leads engaging conversations with experts, activists, and community leaders, the podcast emphasizes the voices and experiences of its guests to highlight broader societal challenges. Listeners can expect a blend of timely topics alongside thoughtful commentary, making it a notable source for those keen on Jewish affairs in Canada.
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