Elizabeth Karpen, Author at Unpacked

Leigh Bardugo delves into magic, intrigue, and her Sephardic heritage in ‘The Familiar’

In Bardugo’s latest novel, “The Familiar,” the protagonist uses magic derived from her Ladino refranes (sayings) to improve her life in Madrid.

‘Bridgerton’ aims to make a diverse Georgian England. Where were the Regency Jews?

There was a large Jewish presence in Georgian England whose lives were just as colorful and interesting as the characters in “Bridgerton.”

Unpacked wants you to write for our Gen Z Voices series. Here’s how to submit pitches

We’re looking to expand our team of freelance writers for our new “Gen Z Voices” series, highlighting your experiences and perspectives.

Why are people upset that a photo of Shani Louk won a prestigious award?

The award has sparked a debate over the ethics of photojournalism and how to honor the legacies of the victims of Oct. 7.

Why are people saying Jews are ‘behind’ the ban of TikTok?

Let’s explore how the potential TikTok ban ignited this conspiracy and how it reflects age-old antisemitic tropes.

What does Jewish Gen Z think of the potential TikTok ban?

Unpacked spoke with Jewish Gen Z from diverse backgrounds. Most opposed the ban, but many expressed nuance in their views.

Five months after Oct. 7, we asked our university student readers how they’re doing. Few see hope on their campuses

Jewish students’ responses revealed profound feelings of isolation, fear and pain, representing a collective cry for help and for action.

Not your grandma’s klezmer: Kaia Berman-Peters is giving old-world klezmer music a new spin with kleztronica

Unpacked spoke with Berman-Peters about kleztronica, the resurgence of Yiddish culture, and the community she hopes to create with her music.

Unpacked’s top Jewish book picks for 2024

Whether you’ve already devoured 10 books this year or are just getting back into reading, here are Unpacked’s top 18 picks for new Jewish novels in 2024.

Jake Cohen is reviving Jewish cooking, from Instagram to your kitchen

The chef and cookbook author shares accessible recipes that elevate and modernize Jewish cooking.

Everything we know about Grammy Award-winning singer and producer Jack Antonoff’s Jewish background

Like in the other parts of his life, Jack Antonoff is not shy about his Jewish identity.

College students, Unpacked wants to know how you’re doing right now, 4 months after Oct. 7

As tensions continue to be high on university campuses worldwide, we’re checking in again with our Jewish college student readers.

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