Best RAPHI Podcasts (2024)

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Cancer Survivor to Community Builder: Raphy Sassieni 1:02:19

9d ago1:02:19

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Today, Raphy Sassieni works at UserWay and plays a pivotal role in the vibrant Neve Shamir community of Ramat Beit Shemesh, loves mountain biking and has three beautiful children. However, his journey to this fulfilling life wasn't always smooth. At the young age of four, Raphy was diagnosed with cancer. Now, in remission for many years, the journe…

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Finding Judaism, Finding Self: Kylie Lobell 1:03:41

1d ago1:03:41

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Kylie Ora Lobell is the president of KOL Digital Marketing, a marketing, PR, and ghostwriting firm for Jewish organizations, authors, and business owners. She is also an award-winning writer who has been published in the Jewish Journal of LA, Washington Post, LA Times, New York Magazine, Aish, Chabad, and Tablet. You can follow her on X, LinkedIn, …

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Dream, Believe, Achieve: Sean (Zeesha) Littman 43:59

17d ago43:59

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From public school kid to chossid, Sean (Zeesha) Littman shares his story of determination and perseverance in this week's episode of Anything But Traditional. Hear as he shares his religious journey, the epic story of how he met his wife Ilana, their journey to aliyah, having 5 daughters, his path to Ramat Beit Shemesh, and his awesome career in n…

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Dating & Anxiety: Rabbi David Schlusselberg 1:04:01

23d ago1:04:01

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Rabbi David Schlusselberg received his Bachelor's degree in psychology and Rabbinic ordination from Yeshiva University. He has a master's degree in Jewish education from the Azrieli School of Jewish Education and currently works at the Rae Kushner Yeshiva High School, and serves as the Mashgiach Ruchani. Last summer, he started his Instagram page, …

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Oh, The People You Meet: Marna Becker 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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Originally from Wilmington, Delaware, Marna Becker is a natural networker, a social media enthusiast, an SDR leader, an activist, an educator, and a ball of energy. She was the youngest member of the board of the Jerusalem Business Networking Forum (JBNF), the predecessor of Made in Jerusalem, where she served for 5 years. In addition, she has work…

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A Mother's Resilience: Jordana Lobell 1:18:46

1M ago1:18:46

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While today Jordana Lobell is a mother to a precious son, her journey to him was not without pain. In this episode, she shares her lengthy, devastating, and resilient journey through infertility, miscarriages, and stillbirth. Let this episode inspire you. **For updates and conversations about these episodes, follow me at @talesoftamar You can also …

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Sarcoma, Surrogacy, and Strength: Reena Bloom 59:42

1M ago59:42

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Reena Bloom is an audiologist and mom of 3, who is lives in New Jersey with her husband Jason. Reena is a cancer survivor and survived a rare type of sarcoma in the uterus. Unfortunately, to survive, Reena had to have a hysterectomy. This led to Reena and Jason finding a new way to bring their children into the world. Today, Reena is very passionat…

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Former University President Shirley Tilghman ft. Coco Gong — Friday, May 17 5:15

2M ago5:15

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Today, we cover the tenure and legacy of University President Shirley Tilghman, grad students’ vote against unionization, a White House refusal to release recordings from a special counsel interview with President Biden, and escalating conflict in the city of al-Fashir in North Darfur, Sudan. --- You can read more about former University President …

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Historical Analysis Distribution Requirement feat. Ava Johnson — Friday, May 10th 6:09

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Today, we cover an opinion on Princeton’s historical analysis distribution requirement, pro-Palestine students’ ongoing hunger strike, Biden’s amendments to child migrant oversight, and a strategic cooperation agreement between China and Hungary. --- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/opinionBy The Daily Princetonian

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Expansion in indigenous studies feat. Raphi Gold and Mira Eashwaran — Monday, May 6th 4:18

2M ago4:18

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Today, we cover the University's moves to build out its indigenous studies program, the disbandment of Rutgers Gaza Solidarity Encampment, a car crash at the White house, and the breakdown of cease fire talks between Israel and Hamas. --- You can read more about incoming professor J. Kēhaulani Kauanui here: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section…

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Friday, May 3 3:34

2M ago3:34

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Today, we cover calls for Vice President of Campus Life Rochelle Calhoun's resignation, a move to repeal Arizona's near-total abortion ban, and heavy rains in Brazil. ----- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/newsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Demonstrators Call for the Removal of Mousavian ft. Olivia Sanchez — Wednesday, May 1 5:39

2M ago5:39

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Today, we cover a demonstration for the removal of a Princeton research fellow, the arrest of thirteen individuals on Princeton’s campus, Tony award nominations and a commitment by the G7 to phase out coal use. --- Mousavian protests: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2024/05/princeton-news-adpol-anti-iranian-regime-iran-mousavian-demonstra…

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Lil Tecca and Lawnparties amidst ongoing student protest ft. Isabella Dail — Monday, Apr 29 4:20

2M ago4:20

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Today, we cover Lawnparties during an ongoing student sit-in, a series of tornadoes in Oklahoma, and the release of a second video featuring an American hostage held by Hamas. -- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/8c5da14c-8192-4b00-a491-d52df41e4c1aBy The Daily Princetonian

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Where do activists go after high school? 14:53

2M ago14:53

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It’s often said that Princeton’s campus is not a particularly activist one. Our student body is composed of people who, not long ago, spearheaded rallies, wrote chants, and affected change as highschool students. Given the magnitude of this group, the perceived lack of engagement on political issues from the student body seems unexpected. Today on …

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Princeton students arrested for participation in sit-in protest — Friday, Apr. 26 8:02

3M ago8:02

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Today, we take you through the first day of an evolving sit-in protest in solidarity with Palestine on McCosh Courtyard. --- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2024/04/princeton-news-adpol-gaza-solidarity-encampment-mccosh-courtyard-updates-liveBy The Daily Princetonian

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University Statement on Protest Encampments ft. Miriam Waldvogel — Thursday, Apr 25 5:28

3M ago5:28

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Today, we cover a University email regarding protest policies, the passing of New Jersey representative Donald Payne Jr., George Santos’s withdrawal from a run for a House of Representatives seat, and an event in rememberance of the Armenian Genocide. --- University Protest Policies: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2024/04/princeton-news-…

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Princeton’s Compassionate Medicine Fellowship ft. Ifeoluwa Aigbiniode — Wednesday, Apr. 24 4:37

3M ago4:37

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Today, we cover Princeton’s Compassionate Medicine Fellowship, US News’s ranking of Princeton High School, a drop in Tesla’s first-quarter profits, and new abortion measures in Italy. Note: This podcast states that Aigbiniode is a staff Features writer and staff Archivist. In fact, she is a contributing Features writer and contributing Archivist. -…

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Faculty Letter to Columbia University ft. Christofer Robles — Tuesday, Apr. 23 5:01

3M ago5:01

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Today, we cover a letter from Princeton faculty in solidarity with Columbia students, arrests at a pro-Palestine protest at Yale University, yesterday’s Earth Day protests on campus, and a nationwide solar energy grant for low-income households. --- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/opinionBy The Daily Princetonian

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Fast-a-Thon brings Muslim and non-Muslim students together 12:03

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Every year, the Muslim Student Association (MSA) puts on one of its biggest events of the year: the Fast-a-Thon. For one day of Ramadan, the MSA invites students of all faith backgrounds to participate in the daily fast and activities of an observant Muslim. Today, Daybreak revisits Fast-a-Thon and examines how it brings the University community cl…

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Declaration Day ft. Caitlyn Tablada — Monday, Apr. 22 5:52

3M ago5:52

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Today, we cover declaration day at Princeton, an increase in disciplinary actions against officers at the Department of Public Safety in 2023, arrests at a pro-Palestine encampment at Columbia University, and a measure passed by the House that could force a ban on TikTok if its owner does not sell the platform. -- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/…

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Women's Lacrosse falls to Maryland ft. Lily Pampolina — Friday, Apr. 19 5:44

3M ago5:44

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Today, we cover Women's Lacrosse's loss to University of Maryland, a Princeton graduate student at this year's Venice Biennale, Meta's new large language models, and a volcano eruption in Indonesia. ---- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/sportsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Princeton Passing Periods Prolonged ft. Victoria Davies — Thursday, Apr. 18 4:07

3M ago4:07

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Today, we cover a change in passing periods for classes, an update on the Jugtown housing plan, antisemitism hearings involving Columbia University, and a Russian missile strike in Ukraine. --- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/newsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Princeton’s Faith-Based Organizations Welcome Prospective Students ft. Elisabeth Stewart — Wednesday, April 17 4:59

3M ago4:59

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Today, we cover how Princeton’s faith-based groups are welcoming prospective students to campus, Princeton’s Graduate Hotel’s opening, USC’s cancellation of its valedictorian’s commencement speech and the second day of Donald Trump’s trial. --- Faith based groups welcoming prospective studentsBy The Daily Princetonian

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NJ-03 Candidate Forum in Whig-Clio ft. Charlie Roth — Tuesday, April 16 4:54

3M ago4:54

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Today, we cover a candidate forum for New Jersey’s third district held by Whig-Clio, a New Jersey bill to address a shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians or EMTs, a bill banning the sale and transfer of semiautomatic weapons in Colorado, and funds raised for Sudan at an international conference. -- You can read more about the forum at https://w…

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Graduate student unionization ft. Miriam Waldvogel — Monday, Apr. 15 5:59

3M ago5:59

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Today, we cover the graduate student union’s intention to hold an election, a film created by Nuclear Princeton, the Anti-Defamation League’s campus antisemitism report card, and the possible extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNdFvQbSkk0 https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/news…

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Unite Black Affinity Groups at Princeton ft. Luqmaan Bamba— Friday, April 12 5:11

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Today, we feature an opinion on the state of Black affinity groups at Princeton, and cover the recipients of the 2024 Guggenheim fellowship, Harvard's new standardized testing policy, and elections in South Korea. ----- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/opinionBy The Daily Princetonian

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New Indigenous Studies offerings ft. Elisabeth Stewart — Thursday, Apr. 11 5:16

3M ago5:16

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Today, we cover the new professorship in Indigenous Studies, a town council resolution making Princeton a book sanctuary, NJ Transit rate hikes, and a near-total ban on abortion in Arizona. https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/newsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Princeton discontinues its partnership with Labyrinth Books ft. Christopher Bao — Wednesday, April 10th 5:08

3M ago5:08

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Today, we cover Princeton’s termination of its relationship with Labyrinth Books, a Mercer County fire, the Women's NCAA tournament viewership, and an aborted Russian rocket launch. ------ Correction: An early version of this podcast referred to the University of Iowa's women's basketball team as "Iowa State." The 'Prince' regrets this error ------…

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ChatGPT and Princeton Admissions ft. Claire Meng — Tuesday, April 9th 5:35

3M ago5:35

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Today, we cover AI and college admissions, Senator Bob Menendez’s efforts to have evidence kept from his upcoming federal corruption trial, the NAIA’s new policy on participation in women’s sports, and the capsizing of a boat off the coast of Mozambique. ____ You can read more about AI and Princeton admissions here: https://www.dailyprincetonian.co…

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Xaivian Lee declares for NBA draft ft. Hayk Yengibaryan— Monday, Apr. 8 5:39

3M ago5:39

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Today, we cover Xaivian Lee’s declaration for the NBA draft, a minor earthquake that shook campus, the upcoming solar eclipse, and the arrest of former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas in the Mexican Embassy in Quito, Ecuador.By The Daily Princetonian

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Another kind of eating club: Princeton's independent eaters 15:16

3M ago15:16

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Today, we cover the alternatives to eating clubs at Princeton. How do the campus food co-ops work? Why do people decide to go independent? We spoke to members of those communities to find out more.By The Daily Princetonian

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Making The Most Of Our Time: Dov Carpe 1:12:45

3M ago1:12:45

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In today's episode, we hear from Dov Carpe. Today, Dov works in hi-tech and lives in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel with his five children, but Dov never thought life would be this way. Growing up, all Dov wanted to do was be a rockstar. But one fateful day, his life was forever changed as he had a near-death giving him a new chance at life. Hear his s…

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Spring Coffee Club Drinks ft. Natalia Diaz — Friday, Apr. 5 5:25

3M ago5:25

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Today, we cover spring drinks at the Coffee Club, the 2024 Class Day speaker, FAFSA glitches, and activist arrests in Belarus. _____ You can read more about the new drinks here: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/prospectBy The Daily Princetonian

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Charter policy under national scrutiny ft. Bridget O’Neill — Thursday, Apr. 4 4:51

3M ago4:51

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Today, we cover controversy surrounding Charter’s new guest policy, construction on Witherspoon street, an outbreak of bird flu, and an earthquake in Taiwan. --- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/newsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Hitch yourself to service, not just a man ft. Abigail Rabieh — Wednesday, Apr. 3 6:18

3M ago6:18

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Today, we cover an opinion on marriage and womanhood in the Ivy League, flood warnings in New Jersey, President Biden's new offshore wind energy project, and the deaths of World Central Kitchen team members in Gaza. ----- https://dailyprincetonian.com/section/opinionBy The Daily Princetonian

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Postdocs’ steps towards a union ft. Miriam Waldvogel — Tuesday, Apr. 2 5:46

3M ago5:46

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Today, we cover a letter delivered to Nassau Hall by postdoctoral scholars regarding an anticipated union election, search warrants issued to Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr., a ruling allowing six-week abortion bans in Florida, and a data leak impacting over 70 million AT&T customers. ____ You can read more about the letter here: https://www.da…

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Ivy Day without affirmative action ft. Meghana Veldhuis — Monday, April 1 5:57

3M ago5:57

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Today, we cover Ivy Day, a new budget for the 2024-25 academic year, a change to the New Jersey ballot system, and striking election results in Turkey.By The Daily Princetonian

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The Balancing Act Of Life: Shlomo Lipman 1:26:44

3M ago1:26:44

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In today's episode, we hear from Shlomo Lipman AKA the 'singing chayal,' a name that has been coined for him since October 2023 when videos of him singing in uniform went viral. Here, Shlomo opens up about his experiences, from making aliyah to Israel with his family, to having his father become a member of the Israeli Knesset. He shares his many p…

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Acaprez: Princeton’s A Cappella Collective 11:50

3M ago11:50

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Acapella performance is one of Princeton's longstanding traditions. But what is Acaprez, the mysterious-sounding group that organizes some of the beloved archsings? And what is performing in an Acaprez group like? The 'Prince' took a deep dive to find out more.By The Daily Princetonian

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Women's soccer's Pietra Tordin ft. Lily Pampolina 5:36

3M ago5:36

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Today, we cover Princeton women's soccer player Pietra Tordin, Senator Bob Menendez's looming trial, the sentencing of Sam Bankman-Fried, and election results in Senegal. ---- https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/sportsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Equity in Intro Classes ft. Yushra Guffer— Thursday, Mar. 28th 4:36

3M ago4:36

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Today, we cover an opinion on the state of equity in intro level classes, alleged crimes of a prominent Princeton alumni, a $150 million scholarship bequest at Dartmouth and a potential change in timekeeping brought on by climate change.By The Daily Princetonian

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New College West Room Draw Complications ft. Elisabeth Stewart — Wednesday, Mar. 27th 5:04

4M ago5:04

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Today, we cover problems with New College West’s room draw, Princeton’s new enrollment goals, a Supreme Court case concerning an abortion drug, and protests in Belgium. --- Room Draw - https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/article/2024/03/princeton-news-stlife-ncw-room-draw-rescheduled-technical-difficulties…

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Course offerings leaked on Fizz ft. Chris Bao — Tuesday, March 26 4:46

4M ago4:46

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Today, we cover a leak of Fall 2024 course offerings on Fizz, a local movement to increase fentanyl overdose awareness, and the passage of a UN Security Council resolution for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. __ You can read more about the course offerings leak here: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/news…

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WBB ends on a high ft. Max Hines — Monday, March 25 5:34

4M ago5:34

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Today, we cover the women’s basketball team’s loss to West Virginia, the recent arrest of popular activist NJWeedman, Tammy Murphy’s withdrawal from the senate race, and food insecurity amid the violence in Haiti.By The Daily Princetonian

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Princeton Men's Basketball falls to UNLV feat. Alex Beverton-Smith — Friday, Mar. 22 5:25

4M ago5:25

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Today, we cover men's basketball's loss against the University of Las Vegas, New Jersey's affordable housing bill, the Department of Justice's case against Apple, and the run-up to elections in India. ---- Princeton v. UNLV: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/sportsBy The Daily Princetonian

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Student social self selection ft. Luqmaan Bamba— Thursday, Mar. 21 4:32

4M ago4:32

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Today, we cover an opinion on student self-segregation, new policies accommodating pregnant students, updated EPA regulations on vehicle emissions and congressional plans to bar funding for U.N. agencies for Palestinians. --- Student self-segregation: https://www.dailyprincetonian.com/section/columns…

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Ramadan on Princeton’s Campus ft. Elisabeth Stewart — Wednesday, Mar. 20 4:58

4M ago4:58

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Today, we cover Ramadan at Princeton, Princeton’s partnership with the Jed Foundation, Texas’s new immigration law, and artificial intelligence investment in Saudi Arabia.By The Daily Princetonian

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Previewing the Class of 2028 Pre-read ft. Ethan Caldwell — Tuesday, Mar 19 5:32

4M ago5:32

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Today, we cover the Class of 2028’s pre-read, the Jersey City governor’s new endorsement of Representative Andy Kim for New Jersey State Senate, Former President Donald Trump’s inability to secure a bond for his civil fraud judgment, and protests over blackouts and food shortages in Cuba. **** You can read more about Li and her book here: https://w…

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Importance of Diversity ft. Ava Johnson — Monday, Mar. 18 5:32

4M ago5:32

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Today, we discuss the importance of diversity with Ava Johnson, and cover a fifth-straight Ivy title for the women’s basketball team, the arrest of a murder suspect in Trenton, and Vladimir Putin’s victory in the Russian presidential election.By The Daily Princetonian

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Fighting For Freedom: Adina Sash AKA FlatbushGirl 1:07:13

4M ago1:07:13

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The agunah crisis poses a significant challenge within Orthodox Judaism, and Adina Sash, also known as FlatbushGirl, has taken it upon herself to combat it with unwavering determination. In this episode of Anything But Traditional, we delve into Adina's relentless advocacy against the agunah crisis, her broader efforts to secure representation for …

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