Primary Theme: Contemporary American Jewry
‘Memory and Fire and Poetry and the Wandering Spirit’: On Jewish American Literature in 2026 by Josh Lambert
Taking its inspiration from a 1944 statement by the poet Muriel Rukeyser, this talk will offer a vision of the purposes of American Jewish literature,
Dr. Golan Moskowitz: Association for Jewish Studies Magazine (AJS Perspectives) Summer 2025, Rainbow Issue
Tulane’s Dr. Golan Moskowitz’s comics are featured in the Summer 2025 Issue of the AJS magazine.
Sabbath Queen Film Screening and Q&A
Sabbath Queen is a provocative and awe-inspiring film about an Orthodox Israeli who embraces his queerness, moves to NYC, joins the radical fairies, becomes a
Frankely Judaic Podcast: Golan Moskowitz, “Exploring Jewish American Drag: History, Identity, and Influence”
In this episode, cultural historian and literary scholar Golan Moskowitz discusses his current book project, which explores the cultural history of Jewish drag and its relationship with Jewish identity in America.
Rebecca Kobrin Interview
Join Columbia University’s Rebecca Kobrin as she explores how the Grant Center weaves America’s Jewish history into the broader narrative of world history. Dr. Kobrin highlights the importance of seeing the bigger picture to understand how the past has shaped communities and to uncover broader solutions.
A Rabbi, A Sociologist, and an Israel Educator Walk into a Bar: Our Jewish Moment, On the Rocks
Rabbi Katie Bauman, Dr. Ilana Horwitz, and Israel Educator Elhanan Brown discuss the Jewish future in a post-October 7th world, responding to key challenges facing American Jews, Israeli Jews, and the relationship between Jews in these two centers of Jewish life in the 21st century.
Emily Brauninger-Swan Interview
Meet Emily Brauninger-Swan, our passionate Assistant Director at The Grant Center! Emily shares the heart and purpose behind the incredible work we do at the Grant Center.
She dives into her deep love for the Jewish community and how that inspires her daily efforts to create meaningful connections and foster understanding. Watch as she reflects on the impact of our initiatives and the importance of community engagement in making a difference.
Ilana Horwitz Discusses Her New Book, “The Entrepreneurial Scholar: A New Mindset for Success in Academia and Beyond”
Grant Center’s Dr. Ilana Horwitz answers questions about her new book, “The Entrepreneurial Scholar: A New Mindset for Success in Academia and Beyond.” This book is a valuable guide for scholars stifled by the traditional academic route.