Marion Fischel

Marion Fischel was born in London and brought up in Spain and Switzerland; she made aliya in 1996. She served boot camp at The Jerusalem Post in 2000 as copy editor under Sam Orbaum z"l. Today she writes for all sections of the paper. She has been consumer correspondent, food & wine editor, and Billboard editor; and substitute editor for In Jerusalem, Metro, the International Jerusalem Post, Arts & Entertainment and Books. She was also editor of several supplements including the first Post magazine for women, "She." In 2005 Fischel created and developed the Post's online Café Oleh section, guided by Amir Mizroch; she encouraged the birth of several blogs and later also worked as blogs editor. From 2006-2012 she lived in Madrid from where she wrote several articles and opened the only kosher cafe-bar in Madrid, if not in the entire country. From 2012-2104, back in Jerusalem, she was, at different periods, acting editor of Arts & Ent; Op-Eds; In Jerusalem, Metro and Books, as well as editor of several supplements including the prestigious "50 Most Influential Jews." During that time, she wrote many articles on the Jewish history of Spain and its present-day ramifications. Presently, Fischel is based in Madrid, working on a documentary about Crypto-Jews and contributing to the Post.
David Isaacson’s 'My Other Half.'

'My Other Half': Sex, drugs, rock & roll, philosophy, and cynicism - book review

In My Other Half, the hero, Jake, eventually meets an unexpected fate in Jerusalem. Until then, he embarks on a hilarious series of decadent misadventures, some of which appear below.

AUGUST 23, 2026
THE AUTHOR attempts to place today’s challenges within the broader sweep of Jewish history and Torah.

'Reclaiming Redemption Vol. II': Tracing Jewish survival from exile to war - book review

Moshe Taragin’s wartime essays argue that Jewish faith is carried not only through ideas, but through the people whose resilience has preserved it across history.

AUGUST 2, 2026
GIRLS CELEBRATE their bat mitzvah in Alexandria, Egypt, 1967.

Fair is not always equal: Adapting bar, bat mitzvahs to developmental challenges - review

The goal of "A Different Spirit" is to offer practical guidance to those planning Jewish rite of passage ceremonies for youth with autism, anxiety, or other mental/physical health issues.

JUNE 21, 2026

How a Venezuelan bailout became a threat to Spain's political establishment

WORLD AFFAIRS: This week, former Spanish prime minister José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero will make history as the first person of his standing to appear before the National Court.

JUNE 13, 2026
A VEHICLE with an electronic board displays the word ‘criminals’ over images of ousted Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro (right), former Spanish prime minister José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero (middle), and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez (right) in New York City in March.

Fighting antisemitism with gin: Kosher spirits project backs Jewish life in Spain

A luxury kosher gin project turns collectible spirits into a funding source for Jewish life and legal support amid rising antisemitism in Spain.

JUNE 13, 2026
Black Forest Gin is a tangible collectible investment that fights antisemitism.

'We Are Black Jews': The story of Ethiopian Jews and Israel's unfinished journey - review

A powerful book exploring the rich history, deep pain, and resilient future of the Ethiopian community in Israel.

JUNE 6, 2026
Dr. Martain Luther King gave his most famous speech, ‘I have a dream,’ before the Lincoln Memorial during the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

'Peace, Not Now:' Inside the shaping of Israeli policy - review

Building on years of experience in national security and policymaking, in her book, the author sharply observes the undercurrents that shaped modern Israel.

MAY 31, 2026
EINAT WILF, leader of the new Oz party.

Being Pedro Sanchez: Is Spain's anti-Israel prime minister on the wrong side of history?

EUROPEAN AFFAIRS: Pedro Sanchez is continuously accused of corruption. His wife is facing charges of corruption and influence peddling, his appearances are often met with calls to resign.

MAY 8, 2026
SPANISH PRIME MINISTER Pedro Sánchez at last month’s summit of European Union leaders in Nicosia, Cyprus.

'The Morning the Apples Began to Sing': A story of wonder and imagination - review

A story of wonder and self-expression, inspiring children to imagine, create, and embrace life’s hidden miracles.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026
Thee are no illustrations, except for an unexpected one on the last page.

'Emily Saw a Door': Learning to create spaces for each other with creativity, acceptance - review

A story that encourages and empowers children to find the right place for them, or even to create their own.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026
EMILY’S JOURNEY in the land of doors. Artwork by Orit Magia

David Brinn, The Jerusalem Post's drummer

Brinn's second album, 'A Little Something,' released last year, was shaped by passion ignited by the Oct. 7 massacre, the Israel-Hamas War, and the situation of the hostages.

JANUARY 11, 2026
David Brinn at the drums.

Hasmonean era 'first wall' section revealed at Tower of David museum excavation - interview

Israel’s Heritage Minister, Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu, called the discovery: “tangible and moving evidence of Jerusalem’s might and stature during the Hasmonean period.”

DECEMBER 8, 2025
Archaeologist Amit Re'em and Eilat Lieber, director of the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum stand atop the recently uncovered section of the Hasmonean wall.

‘A Call at 4 AM': Extracts from Amit Segal's magnum opus on Israel's leaders

In 'A Call at 4 AM: Thirteen Prime Ministers and the Crucial Decisions That Shaped Israeli Politics,' journalist and media personality Amit Segal offers a fisheye view of Israeli politics.

OCTOBER 24, 2025
AMIT SEGAL at work in the Knesset.