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The Scoop on Corporate Social Responsibility: Ben & Jerry's Deconstructed

I recently attended a lecture by Ben & Jerry’s co-founder and fellow Jew, Jerry Greenfield. The free ice cream didn’t hurt (Cherry Garcia, anyone?), and I was glad to hear Jerry’s business philosophy.

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 26th April 2012

Oy at the Office: Obstacles and Opportunities That Come With Being the Token Jew

It’s not every day that individuals walk around the office openly declaring themselves a Catholic, a Protestant or an Atheist. But what if you were a practicing Jew? The token Jew?

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 16th March 2012

What Violent Video Game "Left Behind" Made Me Realize About Hanukkah

The game player is a part of a Christian group in post-Rapture New York. The player advances by converting individuals (such as Jews or Athiests) or by killing them when necessary. Hey, nothing makes a better stocking stuffer than a game that says conform or suffer the consequences.

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 22nd December 2011

Faith After Tragedy and What I Learned from a Survivor

My grandfather was a survivor and a orthodox Jew. How did he keep his faith and why do things sacred to him feel like a chore to me?

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 1st August 2011

The Secret to Happiness: Do We Have the Power to Make Our Dreams Come True?

The Secret peaked in popularity about 4 years ago, but I picked it up last week. Does the best-selling self-help book align itself with Judaism or is it simply sacrilegious nonsense?

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 21st June 2011

Breadwinner or Bread Maker? The Misperception of the Orthodox Jewish Woman

I’m career driven, outspoken and have a raunchy sense of humor. So why do I affiliate with the Orthodox movement? After all, aren’t they sexist?

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 9th May 2011

Have Your Kugel and Eat It Too (In Moderation)

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been surrounded by delicious Jewish foods. And G-d forbid any of it goes to waste.

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 24th February 2011

Despicable or Respectable? FOX's Bowl Ad Rejection

FOX won’t be airing a Super Bowl ad for AshleyMadison.com. See what a Nice Jewish Girl has to say about the ‘not yenta approved’ matter.

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 6th February 2011

Most Popular Posts on TC Jewfolk 2009

Happy New Year! In case you missed them, here are ten of TC Jewfolk’s Most Popular Posts in 2009:

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 31st December 2009

A Humorous Look at This Year’s “New Jews”

Don’t believe a writer can offend almost every kind of Jew in the same article? Read Patrick Aleph’s hilarious post on the Jewcy blog this week, “What Flavor of New Jew Are You?”

Written by Amelia Gavurin on 31st December 2009

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