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Eminent AmericansJewniversity BluesThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit danieloppenheimer.substack.comMy guests on the show today are Lila Corwin Berman and Mark Oppenheimer. We talk about Jews, higher education, Jews in higher education, free speech, Israel, Palestine, and the plight of the liberal intellectual Jew in a time when issues surrounding Jews are provoking decidedly illiberal reactions from both ends of the political spectrum. 2025-06-2323 min
Real Talk With Dan ShawFree Speech, Race Politics & South Africa’s Justice System With Mark OppenheimerEpisode 10 - Real Talk With Dan shawThis episode is a deep, wide-ranging conversation with advocate and philosopher Mark Oppenheimer, exploring the intersection of law, politics, free speech, and philosophy in South Africa. It covers everything from the state of the justice system, race-based legislation, and the role of government, to the power of private enterprise, the limits of activism, and the importance of critical thought. It ends on a personal note, diving into Mark’s intellectual upbringing and the philosophical foundations that shape his worldview.The them of this episode focuses on how truth, freedom, and critical thinking can ch...2025-06-011h 30
The Pioneer Podcast"Kill the Boer" is not hate speech? | Mark Oppenheimer | TPP #40In this episode, you can listen to advocate Mark Oppenheimer discuss freedom of speech and hate speech within the South African context. We further discuss the recent ruling of the court that the chant "Kill the Boer, Kill the Farmer" is not hate speech.
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2025-04-1742 min
Give and TakeEpisode 275: Are Evangelicals Going To Take Over America?...with Mark OppenheimerMy guest is Mark Oppenheimer. He returns to the show to talk about the current American religious landscape. We discuss a recent piece in The Atlantic that he calls "evangelical fear mongering." We also talk about his recent review of Jonathan Rauch's new book [Cross Purposes: Christianity's Broken Bargain with Democracy](https://www.amazon.com/Cross-Purposes-Christianitys-Bargain-Democracy/dp/0300273541/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=t4d15&content-id=amzn1.sym.bc3ba8d1-5076-4ab7-9ba8-a5c6211e002d&pf_rd_p=bc3ba8d1-5076-4ab7-9ba8-a5c6211e002d&pf_rd_r=134-0351661-4060607...2025-02-0533 min
Eminent AmericansSins of the Father: The Coates Chronicles Episode 3On this episode of the show I’m talking to Mark Oppenheimer, my older brother and the recently anointed editor of Arc, the magazine formerly known as Religion and Politics.Our text is recent article of his, “Why Is a Publisher of Antisemitic and Homophobic Authors Winning a National Book Award? Paul Coates, father of Ta-Nehisi Coates, is getting a lifetime achievement award from people who don’t want to talk about what he’s actually done.”We talk about the article, which goes into a lot of depth about the authors and texts published by Coates’s indie pres...2025-01-091h 20Give and TakeEpisode 272: Is David Brooks a Christian or a Jew? With Mark OppenheimerMy guest is Mark Oppenheimer. In a recent NY Times piece David Brooks describes his own complex journey of faith. Mark Oppenheimer has written a piece questioning why David Brooks consistently continues to refer to himself as a Jew, despite affirming the central tenets of the Christian faith. Mark returns to the show to discuss his piece and what it tells us about the relationship between Judaism and Christianity.
You can find David Brooks' piece "The Shock of Faith: It's Nothing Like I Thought It Would Be" here.
You can find Mark's response here. 2024-12-2350 min
Eminent AmericansDreher's DemonsMy guest on the show today is Rod Dreher, conservative Christian writer and author of many books, most recently Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age, which came out in October from Zondervan press.This is the audio complement to a written interview I did with Dreher that’s just out in Arc, the magazine formerly known as Religion and Politics. It was recently re-branded and re-imagined under the auspices of its new editor in chief, my brother Mark Oppenheimer. I’ll link to the interview in the show notes. You should read it...2024-12-0555 min
In The Spotlight with Abigail PogrebinIn the Spotlight: Mark Oppenheimer - "Gatecrashers"Mark Oppenheimer (Senior Editor, Tablet) joins Abigail Pogrebin to discuss his podcast, “Gatecrashers,” that tells the story of how Jews fought for acceptance at Ivy League schools, and how the experience shaped American higher education.
2024-08-0523 min
Brain in a VatIs Israel’s War Unjust? | Mark Oppenheimer vs Raja HalwaniJoin us for an intense debate featuring Mark Oppenheimer, who defends Israel’s war as just, and Raja Halwani, who argues Israel’s war is unjust. The debate covers historical contexts, moral principles, and the roles of both Israel and Hamas, aiming to provide nuanced insights into one of the most challenging global issues of our time.
[00:00] Introduction to the Debate
[01:08] Raja's Opening Statement: Israel's War is Unjust
[11:13] Mark's Opening Statement: Israel's Right to Self-Defense
[21:37] Raja's Rebuttal: Addressing Misconceptions
2024-06-231h 37
Resonant ReelsVisually Stunning Anime of 1988: Akira (1988) & Grave of the Fireflies (1988)In this visually captivating episode of Resonant Reels, we delve into the world of anime to explore two iconic films that have left an indelible mark on the medium: Akira and Grave of the Fireflies. Join us as we examine these masterpieces through the lens of stunning visual animation and groundbreaking sound design, highlighting the artistic achievements that continue to resonate with audiences around the world.First, we journey into the dystopian future of Akira, Katsuhiro Otomo's cyberpunk epic that revolutionized the anime industry. With its breathtaking animation, meticulously detailed cityscapes, and explosive action sequences, Akira set...2024-05-231h 32
Eminent AmericansYour Mother is a Pragmatist Philosopher, and Other Thoughts on the Contemporary Political SceneTwo quick opening notes on this episode of the Eminent Americans podcast:* According to some post by some guy that I read somewhere once, most podcasts don’t make it past 20 episodes. This is episode 21, which I take to mean not only that I’m more stubborn and self-absorbed than all those sub-21-ep scrubs—who have appropriately realized by episode 20 that the world doesn’t need another podcaster in it—but that this is surely one of those tipping point situations where if you make it past 20, then the next few hundred are all but assured. So I’ll be...2024-05-231h 30
The Bruchim PodcastValue in Stuff That Has Endured with Mark OppenheimerIn this episode, Eli is joined by Bruchim’s Director of Education Max DuBoff and Jewish journalist Mark Oppenheimer. This episode was recorded two days after Hamas’s October 7th attack against Israel so the conversation starts with reactions to the news. The discussion then moves to the role of antisemitism in Jewish-American identity, the importance or lack thereof of denominations, and the right of a community to set its own identity boundaries. Mark shares his process for deciding to circumcise his son and talks about his impressions of Jews who have chosen to forgo circumcision.Show...2024-04-2653 min
My Family Thinks I'm CrazyPaul Schatzkin | Philo T Farnsworth, T. Townsend Brown, and Hidden Geniuses of The Nuclear AgeJoin The Club; Support the Show on Patreon or Substack:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MFTIC?fan_landing=trueSubstack: https://myfamilythinksimcrazy.substack.com/Rokfin: https://www.rokfin.com/myfamilythinksimcrazyKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/myfamilythinksimcrazyMerch: https://mftic-podcast.creator-spring.comRed-Circle Direct: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b6bbfc07-82fc-4cd1-b73c-0fdc550bfedc/donationsHelp fund the show, I cannot do this without your support.Venmo: @MysticMarkPaypal: @mysticmarkBTC: 3MQBrF1sGKm17icjQZCxuW7Z3R19jLzTZbBuy...2024-04-042h 09
Lost Futures: A Mark Fisher PodcastUNLOCKED: Bonus episode: Oppenheimer and Christopher NolanJust in time for the Oscars, join Steve and Marlowe in a special
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2024-03-1052 min
Resonant ReelsMusical Stories of Dublin: Once (2007) & The Commitments (1991)In this melodious episode of Resonant Reels, we embark on a journey through the vibrant and soul-stirring world of Irish music cinema, shining a spotlight on two iconic films: Once and The Commitments. Join us as we immerse ourselves in the evocative melodies, heartfelt performances, and rich cultural tapestries that define these cinematic gems.First on our musical odyssey is Once, a tender and introspective slice of life story set against the backdrop of the bustling streets of Dublin. Through the serendipitous encounter of a street musician and a Czech immigrant, the film captures the raw emotion...2024-03-071h 54
Eminent AmericansWindex F*cksReading list:* Windex Ain’t Scared: Here’s Our Statement on Israel/Palestine, by Jeff Maurer* Hijackers Surprised To Find Selves In Hell, by The Onion* Not Knowing What Else To Do, Woman Bakes American-Flag Cake, by The Onion* American Life Turns Into Bad Jerry Bruckheimer Movie, by The OnionMy guests on the podcast today are Jeff Maurer, author of “Windex Ain’t Scared,” and my brother Mark Oppenheimer, who selected the text to be the subject of this installment of my special series on the state of the discou...2024-03-0528 min
Radulich in BroadcastingDamn You Hollywood: 2024 Best Picture Contenders SurveyRobert Winfree, Alexis Hejna and Mark Radulich present their 2024 Best Picture Contenders Survey!The 96th Academy Awards is an upcoming ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), which will honor the best films of 2023, and is scheduled to take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, on March 10, 2024.The ceremony, to be televised in the United States by ABC, will be produced by Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, with Hamish Hamilton serving as director. Comedian Jimmy Kimmel is scheduled to host the show for the fourth time, following...2024-02-282h 55
The M&M ReportEpisode 155: Barbie and Oppenheimer And (Believe It Or Not) Other Movies TooDevin and Mark run through some of the most notable movie releases of 2023 before sharing some personal favorites. Come for Discourse Corner and stay for an attempt to read a funny tweet that goes horribly, delightfully awry. 2:15 - 6:30 : Barbenheimer 6:30 - 23:00: Barbie Discourse Corner 23:00 - 39:45: Oppenheimer 39:45 - 1:01:40: Killers of the Flower Moon/Mark hits back at "Movies should be short" people 1:01:40 - 1:10:30: American Fiction 1:10:30 - 1:19:15: The Holdovers 1:19:15 - 1:26:00: Past Lives 1:26:00 - 1:29:00: Poor Things 1:29:00 - 1:36:45: Anatomy of a Fall 1:36:45 - End...2024-02-261h 43
WSM's Movie ReviewsBest Movies of 2023 - According to White Sheep MediaThis special episode covers Ryan and Mark's list of best movies from 2023. 2023 was loaded with great movies but their lists only include their personal top 5. They did list some honorable mentions that were definitely in the top 10.The HoldoversJohn Wick 4OppenheimerKnock at the CabinGran TurismoThe Boys in the BoatMission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part OneGodzilla Minus OneSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by White Sheep Media. www.whitesheepmedia.comwww.shopthesheep.com2024-02-2007 min
Resonant ReelsRock Operas and All That Jazz: Phantom of the Paradise (1974) & Chicago (2002)In this symphonious episode of Resonant Reels, we immerse ourselves in the enchanting world of musical cinema, spotlighting two iconic films that have left an indelible mark on the genre - Chicago and Phantom of the Paradise. Join us as we tap our toes and explore the rhythmic narratives that make these musicals timeless classics.First up is the jazzy spectacle of Chicago, where the roaring twenties come alive in a dazzling display of song, dance, and scandal. We'll dissect the sultry allure of the Cell Block Tango, marvel at the Fosse-inspired choreography, and delve into the...2024-01-271h 35
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Martini JudaismIs the university good for the Jews? With Mark OppenheimerDid you ever think, in your wildest imagination, that the events of October 7 would lead to an all out culture war that would involve every sector of American intellectual and academic life?Me neither.And yet, here we are -- with the result that many American Jews are now questioning the role of the university in their lives, and in the life of the Jewish community.To help us discern the depths of the university and the Jews, check out the podcast -- a conversation with Mark Oppenheimer. He has been writing about...2024-01-2550 min
The Burning Platform - Level UpSPECIAL EPISODE: Adv. Mark Oppenheimer on SA’s Genocide Case at the ICJAdvocate Mark Oppenheimer joins Gareth Cliff to discuss South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. WARNING: Disturbing content.
NOTE: Adv. Mark Oppenheimer incorrectly makes reference to India instead of Pakistan in this interview - apologies for the error. The Burning Platform The Burning Platform The Burning Platform2024-01-1219 minThe Burning Platform - Level UpSPECIAL EPISODE: Adv. Mark Oppenheimer on SA’s Genocide Case at the ICJAdvocate Mark Oppenheimer joins Gareth Cliff to discuss South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. WARNING: Disturbing content.
NOTE: Adv. Mark Oppenheimer incorrectly makes reference to India instead of Pakistan in this interview - apologies for the error. The Burning Platform The Burning Platform2024-01-1219 min
The Partially Examined LifePEL Presents PMP#158: "Oppenheimer" and Other Christopher Nolan FilmsMark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al talk about the writer-director's work, touching on not only his recent tour-de-force, but back to Memento, Dunkirk, Tenet, Inception, The Prestige, Interstellar, Insomnia, and The Following.
Is Nolan overrated as a thinker and storyteller? Do his plots actually make sense? We talk heroes, noir, philosophy, twists, and his depiction of women.
For more, visit prettymuchpop.com. Hear bonus content at patreon.com/prettymuchpop or by subscribing via Apple Podcasts to the Mark Lintertainment Channel.
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Pretty Much Pop: A Culture PodcastPMP#158: “Oppenheimer” and Other Christopher Nolan FilmsMark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al talk about the writer-director's work, touching on not only his recent tour-de-force, but back to Memento, Dunkirk, Tenet, Inception, The Prestige, Interstellar, Insomnia, and The Following.
Is Nolan overrated as a thinker and storyteller? Do his plots actually make sense? We talk heroes, noir, philosophy, twists, and his depiction of women.
For more, visit prettymuchpop.com. Hear bonus content at patreon.com/prettymuchpop or by subscribing via Apple Podcasts to the Mark Lintertainment Channel.
Sponsor: Get 60% off (and free shipping) on America's #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well at G...2023-09-2156 minLost Futures: A Mark Fisher PodcastTEASER: Bonus Episode: OppenheimerJoin Steven and Marlowe over at the Patreon for an exclusive
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Codo CinemaCodo Cinema Season 5 Episode 24: Barbenheimer Part 2: OppenheimerThe 2-part Codo Cinema Special of Barbenheimer comes to a conclusion with the Christopher Nolan biopic Oppenheimer.
2023-09-0356 min
Script/2/Screen: The BOSSG PodcastScript/2/Screen - OppenheimerAnd we’re back after a summer break! Script/2/Screen returns with Mark and I cover the latest from Writer/Director Christopher Nolan an all-encompassing sobering biopic on the Father of the Atomic bomb J. Robert Oppenheimer. A massive Star-Studded cast brings to the big screen the complicated history of the Physicist depicting his conflicts with the military, Manhattan Project colleagues, and his own creation of mass destruction. Please note: these recordings are done Through ZOOM so be aware of some audio issues. Be sure to queue us up as we review a Netflix joint released on the same da...2023-09-021h 17
Videnskabeligt Udfordret#140: Oppenheimer - En atombombe er bare et festivaltelt med diarréSynes du også at Christopher Nolans film var alt for lang? Og at de snakkede alt for meget? Og at der slet ikke var nok analogier om tynd afføring? Det synes Flemming også. Derfor får I her Flemmings udgave af Oppenheimer, komplet med tyndskidsanalogier og meget mere action.Glæd jer til at høre den sande historie om J. Robert Oppenheimer uden alt det politiske pis.Kilder:Support the showHvis du vil være med til at optage live med os på Discord kan du støtte os på 10er og blive e...2023-08-291h 14
My Family Thinks I'm CrazyMichael Wann | 33 Days on The Road, Forrest Gump, Oppenheimer, and Synchro-Mystic SaunteringThe Audio Quality Improves After The 20 Minute Mark. Thank You For Your Patience.Sign up on Patreon or Substack now to hear every episode!BONUS CONTENTPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/MFTIC?fan_landing=trueRokfin: https://www.rokfin.com/myfamilythinksimcrazySubstack: https://myfamilythinksimcrazy.substack.com/Synchro-Wisdom Dialogue: https://linktr.ee/mysticmarkpodcastKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/myfamilythinksimcrazyMerch: https://mftic-podcast.creator-spring.comHelp fund the show, I cannot do this without your support.Venmo: @MysticMarkPaypal: @mysticmarkBTC: 3MQBrF1sGKm17icjQZCxuW7Z3R19jLzTZbBuy...2023-08-231h 54
BZB Entertainment ForumBZB Entertainment Forum E8: Stephen Huffman - Filmmaker, Actor and DirectorThe guys have filmmaker, actor and director Stephen Huffman on this podcast episode. They talk about his movies and re-branding and what are the new films coming out. Hollywood still in strife? Who's working and why? Film reviews on Barby and Oppenheimer....Hmmmmm!2023-08-211h 00
The SH0T PodEpisode 87 - Oppenheimer Review (Spoilers), First Movie, Playstation 5 Review, Aliens, Obama's Chef, Climate and the Like...So we had both seen Oppenheimer, we gave it a spoiler filled review, Talked about the first movie we've ever seen when little, and got into a Playstation 5 review, coming from an Xbox guy. It was fun, and toward the end we got newsy, because there's a lot of messed up stuff happening. Enjoy...2023-08-172h 04
Bring Us The MoviesBring Us The Movies #11 | Barbie vs. OppenheimerMark and Eriq are back with another episode of Bring Us The Movies after a long hiatus. In this episode, the boys discuss the movie event of the year: Barbenheimer. They also catch up on movies and shows they've been watching, as well as try to figure out which one of them is the better cook.2023-08-1130 min
Movies and ChaosYour #1 Dating Podcast with Lauren MesserveySend us a textYes, we here at Movies and Chaos are all things! Writer and extreme cinema fan Lauren Messervey joins us to discuss dating at the movies. What are some bad date movie choices we've all made? Is movie dating even a good idea? Plus, Tarantino, Gaspar Noe, thoughts on PDA, Elon Musk, more Oppenheimer, MORE Barbie, etc. 2023-08-101h 27
America at a CrossroadsMark Oppenheimer with Larry Mantle | American Religion: What's New?NY Times Magazine, Boston Globe, Forward, and Tablet writer Mark Oppenheimer discusses the state of religion and religious organizations in America today.2023-08-0355 min
Movie MagicMark's Movie Review: OppenheimerHey there, movie lovers!Listen in as I share my thoughts on Oppenheimer!2023-07-3011 min
The Q NowThe QNow - 562 - Weekend Double FeatureAnother week and more things to discuss! First up, it seems that the complaining about the age of these electors falls on deaf ears. Mitch McConnell who has been the focus of these age ideals found himself in a predicament this past week when he froze up at the podium and people were unsure what to think. Mitch ended up being fine but it was really odd and re-ignited this idea that there migh tneed to be term limits and age limits on some of our older nominees wach election cycle. Next, there are some am...2023-07-291h 34
Movies and ChaosHollywood (If Holly Could)Send us a textMark and Serena take a look at the Barbenheimer phenomenon saving a disastrous Summer 2023 box office. Why do Barbie and Oppenheimer feel like something new? We get into why horror films are also still playing well in theatres. Plus, our thoughts on the new Mission: Impossible, the weird phenomenon of Sound of Freedom, and many more things of strange importance.2023-07-271h 01
No Doubt About ItEpisode 22 Mark and The Girls Fight Over Barbie Movie & Mark Has Bird Blood On His HandsEpisode 22 of the No Doubt About it Podcast is out. Our guest is Victory News anchor Fior Hernandez! Venture with us as we navigate through an array of intriguing topics, from listener feedback on the controversial COVID vaccine, to LeBron James' son's story and the shocking incident on a golf course. Hold on tight as we dive into the world of animated films, scrutinizing 'Barbie. We delve into the movie’s ending, its impact on young girls, and debate whether Ken is the real villain. Our journey doesn't end there, we also analyze the movie 'Oppenheimer', examining its creative pr...2023-07-271h 15
Radulich in BroadcastingDamn You Hollywood: Oppenheimer (2023)Robert Winfree, Alexis Hejna and Mark Radulich present their Oppenheimer 2023 Movie Review!Oppenheimer is a 2023 biographical thriller film written and directed by Christopher Nolan. Based on the 2005 biography American Prometheus by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, the film chronicles the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a theoretical physicist who was pivotal in developing the first nuclear weapons as part of the Manhattan Project, and thereby ushering in the Atomic Age. Cillian Murphy stars as Oppenheimer, with Emily Blunt as Oppenheimer's wife Katherine "Kitty" Oppenheimer, Matt Damon as General Leslie Groves, director of the Manhattan Project, and Robert...2023-07-262h 53
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WSM's Movie ReviewsOppenheimerIn this episode, Mark and Ryan review Oppenheimer. This movie received very high ratings from both Ryan and Mark. We strongly recommend seeing it in the theater. It will likely prove to be one of the best movies of the year, perhaps the best.Send us a textThis episode is brought to you by White Sheep Media. www.whitesheepmedia.comwww.shopthesheep.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@white_sheep_media?lang=en2023-07-2448 min
Monday Morning Mailbag and More07 24 2023 Second Cup PodcastGood morning wet shavers and podcast lovers everywhere. It’s Mark with Georgetoon.com. It’s time for another Second cup. So, Grab a cup of coffee, kick back, relax, put on your earbuds, adjust your speaker volume and let’s talk some wet shaving and a little bit of this-and-that in podcast form!
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Henry Cavendish Eucalyptus Mint Shaving Soap wit...2023-07-2446 minBrain in a VatHate Speech | Mark Oppenheimer (Live at St Andrews)Mark Oppenheimer presents a live seminar at St Andrews. The talk features footage from a prominent hate speech trial that Mark appeared in as a lawyer. What is hate speech? What is the value of free speech? Do some groups deserve special protection against hate speech?
Presenters: Mark Oppenheimer and Jason Werbeloff
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2023-07-2337 min
Mark Tange PodcastJohnni Gade: YouTuber & Battle-rapper - Disstracks, Stand-up, Reaktioner #8Johnni Gade er en 35-årig YouTuber & Battle-rapper fra Hjørring. Johnni fik sit gennembrud tilbage i 2018, med blandt andet hans diss track på Fie Laursen. Johnni er kendt for at mixe humor med ærlighed til at fortælle sine meninger og holdninger til hans publikum, som han har en autentisk tilknytning til.
I vores samtale snakker vi om Johnni's liv og karriere, hvordan han kom i gang med Battle-rap og YouTube. Hvorfor han startede med at lave reaktions-videoer, fremtiden og fortiden for hans disstracks. Hans tid som radiovært hos Radio ANR, hvordan det er at være Y...2023-07-231h 58
Champs at the LitRerun: Robert Oppenheimer and the atomic bombThis is a rerun of our episode about the book American Prometheus, a biography of J Robert Oppenheimer by Kai Bird and Martin J Sherwin. It originally aired on October 27, 2022.We're rerunning it in honor of the movie Oppenheimer, which Christopher Nolan wrote based on this book. This episode contains spoilers.Related stuff:The Golden Notebook by Doris LessingThe Missed Chance to Stop the H-Bomb by McGeorge Bundy in the New York Review of BooksHiroshima: Why America Dropped the Bomb by Ronald Takaki Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2023-07-211h 25
Phoenix FM Film ReviewsPhoenix FM Film Reviews - 22 July 2023This week Mark reviews:
Barbie - Barbie suffers a crisis that leads her to question her world and her existence.
Oppenheimer - The story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb.
Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret - When her family moves from the city to the suburbs, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends, feelings and the beginning of adolescence.
2023-07-2026 min
Truths - Jewish Wisdom for TodayThe Road Ahead for Non-Orthodox Judaism - A Conversation with Mark OppenheimerIn this episode of Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today, Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman explores contemporary American Judaism with Mark Oppenheimer, Ph.D. (Mark believes only medical doctors should be called "Doctor"). They start the conversation with Levi asking Mark about the perceived shift from a more spiritual, "enchanted" religious world to a "disenchanted" one with less active religious traditions. They discuss the challenges Judaism faces in America's religious free market due to Judaism's high barriers to entry, such as language barriers and complex customs as well as the lack of proselytizing.Mark notes the current t...2023-07-0740 min
The Partially Examined LifePEL Presents PvI#54: Do You Want to Be Here? w/ Brain in a VatMark Oppenheimer and Jason Werbeloff of the Brain in a Vat podcast join Bill and Mark L. (aka Alf) to talk about rationality, broadly construed, while not moving a couch and not giving each other Christmas presents.
Does "reason" by itself tell us what to do and what to believe? Is trypophobia really just bigotry (it is not)? What's the rationale for making negative comments on a podcast? Are bigots bigger than bigamists? Was Ayn Rand a cannibal?
Mark philosophizes at partiallyexaminedlife.com.
Bill improvises (and teaches) at chicagoimprovstudio.com.
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Philosophy vs. ImprovDo You Want to Be Here? w/ Brain in a Vat
Mark Oppenheimer and Jason Werbeloff of the Brain in a Vat podcast join Bill and Mark L. (aka Alf) to talk about rationality, broadly construed, while not moving a couch and not giving each other Christmas presents.
Does “reason” by itself tell us what to do and what to believe? Is trypophobia really just bigotry? (It is not.) What’s the rationale for making negative comments online about a podcast? Are bigots bigger than bigamists? Was Ayn Rand a cannibal?
The image is from this site, and truly, you do not want to be there.
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Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship#58 - Mahjong, Poker, and Becoming Closer Friends Through a Game with Mark OppenheimerThere is tremendous value to poker, mahjong, and other games for making friends and getting closer with the friends you already have.I’m a longtime fan today's guest, author and podcaster, Mark Oppenheimer, who spoke with me about the value of participating in a regular game with friends. In Mark's case, he has a longstanding poker game. I talked about mahjong. Bridge was a big part of my parents' social lives. There is something about a game with a regular group of players that is different from other ways we get together with friends. I'm excited th...2023-06-0130 min
Global Connections with Robert Siegel - Navigating The New NormalAmerican Antisemitism Today with Mark Oppenheimer, Dara Horn, & Rabbi David Fox SandmelAmerican Friends of Rabin Medical Center monthly leaders forum, Global Connections with Robert Siegel: Navigating the New Normal, on society, the economy, real estate, medicine, technology and science.
Moderator Robert Siegel (host of NPR's All Things Considered for 31 years) interviews:
Mark Oppenheimer (Author, New York Times columnist)
Dara Horn, PhD (Author, People Love Dead Jews)
Rabbi David Fox Sandmel, PhD (Chair, International Jewish Committee for Interreligious Consultations)
Aired January 2023
Global Connections is presented by American Friends of Rabin Medical Center (AFRMC), a 501(c...2023-01-241h 03
Jews on Film: Exploring Jewish Stories & Themes in CinemaSchool Ties w/ Mark OppenheimerIn this week’s episode, Daniel & Harry are joined by writer and podcast host Mark Oppenheimer to discuss Robert Mandel’s 1992 film “School Ties,” starring Brendan Fraser and Matt Damon.They unpack how the film represents widespread antisemitism as it existed at the time, debate the accuracy of its depiction of Jewish practice, and discuss how screenwriter Dick Wolf infuses a Law and Order type intensity into the film.As always, they close out the episode by ranking the film’s "Jewishness" in terms of its cast & crew, content, and themes.IMDB - h...2022-12-011h 12
Champs at the LitAmerican PrometheusThis episode is about the book American Prometheus, a biography of J Robert Oppenheimer by Kai Bird and Martin J Sherwin. It won the Pulitzer Prize and is being made into a feature film by Christopher Nolan.Related stuff:The Golden Notebook by Doris LessingThe Missed Chance to Stop the H-Bomb by McGeorge Bundy in the New York Review of BooksHiroshima: Why America Dropped the Bomb by Ronald Takaki Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-271h 25
GatecrashersYale and the Slow Death of QuotasIt’s accepted as gospel—or at least reliable urban legend—that at nearly every Ivy League school in the mid-20th century, there were limits on the number of Jews admitted each year. The Jewish population, it was said, was capped at 10 percent of the student body. But was that true?Episode 4 of Gatecrashers investigates the real story of Jewish quotas, examining the practice at Yale University. You’ll hear reflections from Sen. Joe Lieberman (Yale ‘64), Benjamin Zucker (Yale ‘58), and Tim Oppenheimer (Yale ‘67, and father of Gatecrashers host Mark Oppenheimer). You’ll also hear from former...2022-09-2347 min
The Dr. Hyman ShowWhat's Driving Your IBS And Gut Issues?This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox and Athletic Greens. Our gut is a powerful control center, due to its bidirectional communication with the brain, which we call the gut-brain axis. This links the emotional and cognitive centers of the brain with intestinal function. Certain conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), are tied to imbalances in the gut-brain axis and can benefit from taking a systems approach in healing, which includes looking at diet, the microbiome, stress management, and more. In today’s episode, I talk with Dr. Todd LePi...2022-08-121h 08
Solutions With David AnsaraJason Werbeloff & Mark Oppenheimer on the power of philosophyIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Jason Werbeloff and Mark Oppenheimer, co-hosts of the 'Brain in a Vat' podcast, about the power of philosophy.
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Let’s Talk Future™ - An Oppenheimer PodcastP3: An Innovative Solution to Our Infrastructure NeedsIn this episode of "P3: An Innovative Solution to Our Infrastructure Needs," Mark Morehouse, Managing Director of P3 Investment Banking, and Jane Ross, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Oppenheimer, discuss infrastructure concerns and P3 — how these transactions work, and how investors can participate.
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PA BOOKS on PCN"Squirrel Hill" with Mark OppenheimerSquirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, is one of the oldest Jewish neighborhoods in the country, known for its tight-knit community and the profusion of multigenerational families. On October 27, 2018, a gunman killed eleven Jews who were worshipping at the Tree of Life synagogue in Squirrel Hill–the most deadly anti-Semitic attack in American history. Many neighborhoods would be understandably subsumed by despair and recrimination after such an event, but not this one. Mark Oppenheimer poignantly shifts the focus away from the criminal and his crime, and instead presents the historic, spirited community at the center of this heartbreak. He speaks with residents an...2022-03-0257 minPA BOOKS on PCN"Squirrel Hill" with Mark OppenheimerSquirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, is one of the oldest Jewish neighborhoods in the country, known for its tight-knit community and the profusion of multigenerational families. On October 27, 2018, a gunman killed eleven Jews who were worshipping at the Tree of Life synagogue in Squirrel Hill–the most deadly anti-Semitic attack in American history. Many neighborhoods would be understandably subsumed by despair and recrimination after such an event, but not this one. Mark Oppenheimer poignantly shifts the focus away from the criminal and his crime, and instead presents the historic, spirited community at the center of this heartbreak. He speaks with residents an...2022-03-0257 min
The Honest ReportThree years after the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, will social media giants ever be held to account? A fireside chat with Mark Oppenheimer, author & historian - episode 34Three years ago, on October 27, 2018, a gunman entered the Eitz Chaim synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and murdered 11 Jews at prayer, in the worst attack on Jews in the United States ever. The next year, a man brandishing a machete had attacked a Chanukkah celebration in New York, murdering a rabbi, and in April 2019, a worshipper was murdered at a Chabad synagogue near San Diego.
In the attack in Pittsburgh, the shooting suspect had posted antisemitic hate online in advance of the shooting, but it went unnoticed. As antisemitism threatens Jews around the world, are social media giants...2021-11-1119 min
This Is the AuthorS6 E79: Farah Stockman, Mark Oppenheimer, and Nigel Poor and Earlonne WoodsS6 E79: In this episode, meet journalist Farah Stockman, journalist Mark Oppenheimer, and co-hosts of the This Is Ear Hustle podcast, Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods. Listen in as these authors share insights into their writing and audiobook recording processes: Farah Stockman on the role work plays in our sense of identity and belonging, Mark Oppenheimer on how one of America's renowned Jewish neighborhoods responded in the wake of unspeakable tragedy, and Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods on creating a book about their Peabody- and Pulitzer-nominated podcast featuring currently and formerly incarcerated people, This Is Ear Hustle.
American Made by...2021-11-1015 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMark Oppenheimer on defending the ConstitutionSouth Africa's Constitution is widely lauded, but how strong is constitutional democracy and the rule of law in SA?
In this episode of Solutions With David Ansara, I speak with Advocate Mark Oppenheimer of the Johannesburg Bar about defending South Africa's Constitution.
We discuss Mark's new podcast, Constitutional Landmarks, which explores the most significant judgements handed down by the ConCourt since its inception, including the Nkandla judgement against former president Jacob Zuma, the abolition of the death penalty, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), gay marriage, and access to HIV/AIDS treatment.
Mark and...2021-10-3144 min
Rosner's DomainMark Oppenheimer: Squirrel Hill Shmuel Rosner and Mark Oppenheimer discuss his book - "Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood." Mark Oppenheimer is a freelance writer. He is a staff writer for the Christian Century and has written for many publications, including Harper's, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, the Yale Review and more. Follow Shmuel Rosner on Twitter.2021-10-3034 min
Book Public‘Squirrel Hill’: Mark Oppenheimer's story of The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting reveals the Pittsburgh Jewish community's strengthMark Oppenheimer’s latest book is “Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood.”2021-10-0837 min
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceSquirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood by Mark OppenheimerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/497879 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood Author: Mark Oppenheimer Narrator: Mark Oppenheimer Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 6 minutes Release date: October 5, 2021 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: A piercing portrait of the struggles and triumphs of one of America's renowned Jewish neighborhoods in the wake of unspeakable tragedy that highlights the hopes, fears, and tensions all Americans must confront on the road to healing. Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, is one of the oldest Jewish neighborhoods in the country, known for its tight-knit...2021-10-0510 min
WorldViewScary Laws Are Being Pushed Through - Mark OppenheimerAdvocate Mark Oppenheimer is a South African advocate with a special interest in free speech, constitutional law, municipal law, and commercial disputes. He has published articles about property rights, freedom of expression, and affirmative action. He has been called upon for legal commentary on both TV and radio. He also hosts a podcast that deals with the Constitutional Court's landmark cases.
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Deep Background with Noah FeldmanViolence, Recovery and Modern Jewish Life with Mark OppenheimerWriter Mark Oppenheimer spent the last few years documenting the recovery of Pittsburg's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, a historic Jewish neighborhood and site of the 2018 Tree of Life Synagogue mass shooting. Oppenheimer discusses the history of Squirrel Hill, the lasting impacts of the attack, and what it means for American Jewish life today. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-09-2931 min