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Susan Hornik

Susan Hornik is a veteran entertainment journalist who has written for numerous publications, including Kveller and Hadassah.


Unmasking Leni Riefenstahl: The Woman Behind Hitler’s Propaganda Machine

Behind Hitler’s propaganda stood Leni Riefenstahl—filmmaker, artist, denier. A new documentary, drawn from her private archives, reveals the truths she never admitted.

Popinsanity’s Prime-Time Moment

On FOX’s The Fixer, Popinsanity’s founders mixed business smarts with faith, showcasing Orthodox Jewish values to millions—while navigating high-stakes deals and national exposure.

BoJack Horseman Creator Crafts a Jewish Family in New Netflix Series

An exclusive look at Long Story Short, Raphael Bob-Waksberg’s new comedy about family, identity, and the Jewish moments that shape us—across decades, disasters, and dreidels.

Shari Lewis & the Legacy of Lamb Chop

Before Mr. Rogers, there was Shari Lewis—a Jewish trailblazer, puppeteer, and spiritual seeker—whose beloved Lamb Chop helped generations of children find joy, identity, and the magic within.

Cancelled: Jewish Filmmakers Face Growing Marginalization

As antisemitism rises globally, Jewish filmmakers are being blacklisted, dropped, and dismissed simply for telling their stories. But some are refusing to stay silent.

From Cancellation to Standing Ovation: Kosha Dillz’s Chicago Showdown

When Kosha Dillz tried to screen his documentary on rising campus antisemitism, the venue canceled last-minute. What followed was a real-life echo of the film’s core message — and a powerful response from the community.

The Road Back from Gaza: A Soldier’s Fight for Life and Hope

IDF reservist Yoav Tzivoni was vacationing in Sinai when war broke out. Within 12 hours, he was heading back to Israel for a rescue mission that would change his life forever.

Celebrities Unite with Holocaust Survivors

The poignant portrait series by renowned photographer Bryce Thompson brings media, fashion and entertainment worlds together to combat rising antisemitism and educate the next generation.

For Comedian Iliza Shlesinger, Antisemitism Is No Laughing Matter

Seeing people she defended not stand up for the Jewish nation after Oct 7 was a sobering realization.

Sabra: The Israeli Superhero in Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World

Marvel didn’t capitulate to the anti-Israel forces who wanted to erase the Israeli identity of this superhero, played by Israeli actress Shira Haas.

Jeremy Piven Mesmerizes Audiences in the Jewish Drama, “The Performance”

The actor is getting rave reviews for his new film that confronts antisemitism and Jewish identity in pre-Holocaust Europe.

What We Lost in the Fire

Mourning and rebuilding in LA.

Adrien Brody’s Big Night at the Golden Globes

The Jewish actor won Best Actor in a Drama for “The Brutalist,” a brilliant epic taking place in the post-Holocaust era.

Noa Tishby: Showing the World It’s Cool to Be Jewish

The influencer is using Hanukkah to bring on the light.

Meet the Writer Behind Those Hallmark Hanukkah Movies

Julie Sherman Wolfe is grateful for the opportunity to bring the warmth and authenticity of Judaism to the masses.

September 5: Gripping Film About the Munich Olympics Massacre

A new acclaimed film tells the story of the horrific attack on Israeli athletes as it unfolded on ABC News, in front of 900 million people, on live television.

Gabriel LaBelle: “Saturday Night” Star on Growing Up Jewish

The actor is winning rave reviews, playing legendary producer Lorne Michaels in a film by Jason Reitman. All three are Canadian Jews.

A Real Pain: A Conversation with Jesse Eisenberg

His new film about two cousins trekking through Poland after the death of their grandmother is getting rave reviews.

Alex Edelman’s Bittersweet Moment Winning an Emmy Award

The Jewish comedian won for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special for his acclaimed show about being accidentally invited to a white nationalists meeting.

The Plot: The Secret Story of the Protocols of the Elders of Zion

San Diego Comic Con celebrates Will Eisner’s groundbreaking graphic novel that is more relevant than ever.

The True Story Behind “Lady in the Lake”

Natalie Portman plays a Jewish housewife turned reporter in segregated 1960’s Baltimore who investigates the mysterious deaths of a Jewish girl and a black woman.

Treasure: Father and Daughter Road Trip to Poland

In order to understand ourselves, we need to understand our origins.

Netflix’s Hitler and the Nazis

Today’s widespread ignorance about the Holocaust, and alarming rise of antisemitism and authoritarianism, inspired the director to create this chilling documentary series.

From Seder Plate to Survival: How Food Tells the Story of "We Were The Lucky Ones"

Stars share how food scenes on set reminded them of their own childhoods and traditions.

We Were the Lucky Ones

An interview with Georgia Hunter, the bestselling author who discovered her family’s Holocaust legacy.

The Women Who Fought the White Supremacists and Won

Charlottesville shows what happens when antisemitism is allowed to metastasize.

Fioretta: Our Family’s 500-Year Journey

Randy Schoenberg and his 18-year-old son travel through Vienna, Austria, Italy and Prague to reclaim their family’s history, soaked with Jewish pain and joy.

Get Your Paws on the Ultimate Secret to Max Greenfield's Love for Cooking and Dogs!

Max Greenfield is a rescuer.

5 Reasons to Watch "Round and Round" Hanukkah Movie on Hallmark

Don't miss out on the Hanukkah film everyone's talking about!

Arnold Schwarzenegger: It’s Time to Step Up

Everyone needs to fight against antisemitism.

Held Hostage: Four Faces

At least 210 hostages are being held by Hamas in Gaza. Don’t forget them. Here are a few of their stories.

A Whole Family Brutally Abducted to Gaza

Five members of Abbey Onn’s family are missing.

You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah: Interview with the Director

Sammi Cohen loved being part of a positive, coming of age film that gives viewers insight into what it means to be Jewish.

Two Jewish Cooks Showcase The Diversity of Jewish Food on 'The Great American Recipe'

Culinary rebels challenge norms & honor tradition on PBS!

Jewish Celebrities Speak Out Against Antisemitism

The Youtube special, “Recipe For Change: Standing Up to Antisemitism,” is nominated for a Daytime Emmy.

Alex Borstein Is Addicted to Challah

The Mrs. Maisel co-star talks about Shabbat, favorite Jewish foods and her new comedy special.

Why Jamie Lee Curtis is a Class Act

She was one of the first to speak out against Kanye West. Now the Academy-Award winning actress gave a knockout acceptance speech.

Nancy Spielberg Remembers Lee Lee, Her Famous Momma

Steven Spielberg’s sister talks to us about “The Fabelmans,” her Mom, and the foods of her childhood.

Mazel Tov, Steven Spielberg

The Fabelmans is the famed director’s most personal and most Jewish film.

Hallmark Channel’s Hanukkah on Rye Movie Lights Up The Night With Lisa Loeb

We talk to Lisa Loeb about her hopeful song and lifetime love of Jewish delis.

Untangling an Israeli Japanese Heritage

BYUtv’s How I Got There Israel episode.

CBS’ “Amazing Race” Twins Talk About Their Jewish Upbringing –and Share Their Favorite Foods

Newly reunited Asian Jewish twins are competing for the $1 Million prize.

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