Maia Efrem is the former research editor and assistant to the editor and was also responsible for the Forward’s annual Salary Survey. Previously she served as the editor of Blognik Beat, a blog written by students who emigrated from or have ties to the Former Soviet Union. Maia is a graduate of Hunter College and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism.
Maia Efrem
By Maia Efrem
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The Schmooze Stop Everything! There’s a ‘Bernie Bae’ Music Video
Just when you thought Bernie Sanders couldn’t get any more popular, now there’s a music video elevating the Democratic-Socialist zaidy’s cool factor called “Bernie Bae.” , the media executive behind the 2008 music video “Crush on Obama” and “Still Got a Crush on Obama” has felt the Bern and just released the ode to Sanders…
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The Schmooze Amy Schumer Joins Cast of PTSD Drama ‘Thank You For Your Service’
Funny woman Amy Schumer is venturing out of the world of comedy for her first foray into the world of drama to star in “Thank You For Your Service,” a film about U.S. veterans dealing with post traumatic stress disorder upon their return from Iraq. Schumer joins a Miles Teller of “Whiplashe” and Haley Bennett…
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The Schmooze Men’s Fashion Steals the Show on the Red Hot Grammys Red Carpet
Music royalty and newbies alike were mingling on the red carpet at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards where the fashions were a mix of classic cool with more than your share of sequins. But the real winners were the men who rocked the updated skinny suit. Even before the red carpet began, the much talked…
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The Schmooze Israel Wants to Know: Is Beyonce Coming to Perform?
(Warning: Gratuitous Beyonce Gifs ahead.) There’s a rumor in Israel, and it is spreading like wildfire! Shortly after Beyonce’s show stopping Super Bowl performance and announcement of her Formation world tour, blew up with talk of Queen Bey’s possible Holy Land stop in August. View post on imgur.com By Tuesday, someone created a Facebook group…
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The Schmooze ‘Star Wars’ Droid BB-8 is Jew-ish and Now We Have Proof
BB-8, the standout actor in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” was not even human. He was a droid. Oh, and he’s Jewish, kind of. Die hard fans were won over by the cute little droid with attitude and that JJ Abrams entrusted comedians Ben Schwartz and Bill Hader to come up with the personality and…
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The Schmooze 6 Jews To Watch at the Grammy’s
Award season is in full swing and the next big show just happens to be the music event of the year. The 58th Annual Grammy Awards are Monday February 15 and features some Jewish nominees you know very well, and some you didn’t even know were nominated. Here are some Jewish performers and nominees to…
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The Schmooze WATCH: Larry David’s SNL Outtakes are Funnier Than You Imagine
Larry David has one question: “Can a bitch get a donut?” After this week’s hilarious Saturday Night Live episode, everyone had on their radar. But turns out the cast might have had more fun during rehearsals than the actual show. SNL released outtakes from rehearsals, something it rarely ever does, showing David breaking into an…
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The Schmooze Former Lululemon CEO Late-Shames New York Times Reporter and Believes in ‘Jewish Standard Time’
Just when you thought you could not be more annoyed with every word to come out of Chip Wilson’s mouth, the former Lululemon CEO proves you wrong. The ousted founder of the powerhouse behind the pricey athleisure-wear brand has never been one to mince words, care about political correctness or even give a damn for…
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