Stand Up Comedy

‘People just want a laugh. Hopefully, that’s what I give them!’

Jewish Chronicle · 31 Jul

Ian Stone, a seasoned Jewish stand-up comedian, reflects on his career and personal life filled with challenges and successes.

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When Bob Newhart was my rabbi — and I was his

Rabbi Bob Alper in Forward · 19 Jul

Rabbi Bob Alper reflects on how legendary comedian Bob Newhart became his role model, influencing his own journey into comedy as a rabbi-turned-stand-up comic.

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David Baddiel’s memoir about his dysfuctional family will make you wince with pleasure

Jewish Chronicle · 12 Jul

David Baddiel's memoir "My Family" delves into his dysfunctional family dynamics, portraying his parents' lack of interest in him and his brothers, highlighted by his mother's affair and his father's emotionally distant nature.

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Unfrosted review: Seinfeld’s cereal classic snaps, crackles and pops

Jewish Chronicle · 2 May

"Unfrosted" is Jerry Seinfeld's directorial debut film where he stars and co-writes a comedic story inspired by his childhood love of Pop-Tarts.

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This Jewish comedian hopes to set a new baseball record

Luke Tress in JTA · 12 Apr

Comedian Eitan Levine is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the most ceremonial opening pitches thrown in one baseball season, aiming to throw 50 first pitches across various minor league stadiums and some major league teams.

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Female, Funny and Fabulous with Felicia Madison, Ellen Sugarman and Jennifer Bardi

Moment in Moment · 26 Mar

Felicia Madison and Ellen Sugarman, both comedians, discuss their experiences entering the world of comedy after 50, incorporating their Jewish identity into their humor, and how older women are finding humor in their second act of life.

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Are you the best comedian, Daddy?

Josh Howie in Jewish Chronicle · 23 Feb

The author reflects on the importance of Jewish comedians in shaping their Jewish identity and passing on humor through generations, highlighting comedy as a means for Jews to observe and comment on society with a unique perspective.

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Some of the best Jewish jokes from the best Jewish comedians

Chanie Kirschner in Forward · 26 Dec 2023

This article discusses some of the best Jewish jokes from famous Jewish comedians.

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In his debut comedy album, Jacob Balshin tackles mohels, masculinity and magic mushrooms

Culturally Jewish · 27 Jun 2023

Jacob Balshin, a former philosophy major from Thornhill, has ventured into stand-up comedy with his debut album, "30 And Breathing Funny," featuring anecdotes ranging from mohels to magic mushrooms, all delivered in his deadpan giggly style.

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Modi Rosenfeld: A Serious Conversation About Comedy

18forty · 4 Mar 2023

This Purim episode of the 18Forty Podcast features a live event with the comedian Modi, discussing the role of humor in a broken world.

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Modi Rosenfeld: A Serious Conversation About Comedy

18forty · 4 Mar 2023

In this Purim episode of the 18Forty Podcast, comedian Modi discusses the connection between humor and Moshiach energy.

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Why Gad Elmaleh Is the Most Popular Jewish Comic You've Never Heard of

Forward · 13 Jan 2016

Gad Elmaleh, a Moroccan-Jewish-French comedian, is making a name for himself in English-language stand-up comedy, incorporating aspects of Sephardic Jewish culture into his acts.

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Q&A: Richard Lewis on Comedy and Therapy

Forward · 26 Apr 2012

Comedian Richard Lewis, known for his role on Curb Your Enthusiasm, is currently touring and unsure about the show's ninth season.

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