Perla Muyal: « Mishmash » Identity Between Communities
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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14 oral histories found
Farla Cohen: A PhD Story
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...
Stella Samuels: A Practicing Lawyer For Over 60 Years
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,...
Gladys Mooallem: From Baghdad to Tel Aviv: Part 1
Listen to Gladys Mooallem recount her early life and education in Baghdad, Iraq.
Carmela Aigen
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...
Bracha Shiskal: Keeping the Yiddish Chain Alive, One Student at a Time
"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: School Days in Montreal
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...
Merle Wolofsky: Education in Montreal
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,...
Carol Katz: Memories of the Mile End
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...
Eva Raby: Reflections on Montreal’s Yiddish Literary Scene
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...