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Listen to Perla Muyal discuss the experiences that shaped her "mishmash" identity, including being the only Jewish student (along with her two sisters) at a...
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Listen to Perla Muyal discuss the experiences that shaped her "mishmash" identity, including being the only Jewish student (along with her two sisters) at a...
Listen to Farla Cohen tell the story of her husband's PhD and the mark he left on those around him. Farla reflects on what has...
Listen to Stella Samuels's inspirational story of dedication, passion, and lifelong learning. A practicing lawyer for over 60 years, Stella Samuels shares her unconventional journey,...
Listen to Gladys Mooallem recount her early life and education in Baghdad, Iraq.
A brief history of Carmela Aigen, Hebrew teacher at Akiva School and the wife of prominent Montreal rabbi, Ron Aigen. Carmela's vibrant history runs parallel...
"What makes a nation? One of the things that make a nation is the language... [Yiddish] was our secret language, so to speak. It's part...
Dr. Sidney Katz, Professor Emeritus of Pharmaceutical Sciences at UBC, talks about growing up in Montreal, including his experiences as a student at Herzliah and...
Listen to Merle Wolofsky's fascinating educational history in Montreal, starting from her student days at Talmud Torah, Herzliah High School, and West Hill High School,...
Listen to Carol Katz recount her memories of growing up in the Mile End, with lively tales of food, family, and holidays, as well as...
Listen to Eva Raby reflect on her experience growing up in the heart of Montreal's Yiddish literary scene – attending the Jewish People's School, her...