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Richard Rabkin

Richard Rabkin is the President and CEO of Jewlarious


Superman vs. the Nazis: How Comics Influenced American Public Opinion

According to Gerald Hartman, Jewish American artists used their comic books to urge America to join World War II to save their brethren in Europe.

Lebanon Remakes All Spielberg Movies

Saving Private Ryan now becomes Killing Private Ryan

Dunkirk: We Are Still Fighting on the Beaches

77 Years on, the message of Dunkirk still resonates today.

13 Reasons Why I Love Israel

In Israel, taxi drivers are more religious than anyone you know outside of Israel. Anyone.

My Torah Mentor, Jiro the Japanese Sushi Master

I just read the Torah in shul for the first time, thanks to an old Japanese sushi master named Jiro Ono.

Why My Mother is Moving to Israel

Especially now, during such trying times, my mother wants to make the statement: I am with you.

My Cousin in Gaza

Married one month ago, my 20-year-old cousin is risking his life for Israel and the Jewish people.

15 Things About Israel that Make Me Smile

On my recent trip to Israel I came across some things that made me smile. Come look at my pictures!

All One Family

Visiting Israel this week, I’ve never felt more a part of Am Yisrael.

The Sights and Sounds of Kosherfest

A picture perfect tour of the recent kosher food trade show at the Meadowlands in New Jersey.

I Can Do That

After a tragic accident that left him paralyzed, Rabbi Yehuda Simes inspires others to tackle life’s challenges.

The One-Week No Cell Phone Challenge

Could you survive an entire week without your cell phone? One man survives to tell the tale.

The Baker's Tale

The remarkable story of a Jewish boy in the Holocaust and the non-Jewish family that saved him.

Arab Spring and Israeli Summer

Israel is showing the world how it’s done once again. This time, it’s how to protest.

Seoul Man

I have a message for my Korean exchange student, 20 years in the making.

Summerhood

Jacob Medjuck’s new film has won 7 out of the 9 film festivals it has entered. PIXAR is a fan. But you won’t be able to see it if the big movie studios get their way.

Not Your Typical Nice Jewish Boy

Robert Cait went from Professional Wrestling to Standup Comedy. Not your typical nice Jewish boy.

The Mensch from Manhattan

Comedian Robert Klein is a nice guy in a tough business.

The Sadness behind the Laughter

Comedian Shecky Green's life hasn't been all laughs.

Stand Up and Sit Down

My first brush with stand up comedy was no laughing matter.

Laughing for Peace

The Israeli-Palestinian Comedy Tour isn't trying to solve the crisis in the Middle East, although it would be funny if they did.

British, Jewish and Proud

British comedian Josh Howie talks about being Jewish in his act, even in a country that is becoming increasingly anti-Semitic.

The First Jewish Grammy

David McLees has accomplished many things in the music industry, but he is most proud of his "Jewish Grammy."

Lost in Translation

A business trip to French speaking Montreal taught me a lesson in Jewish unity.

Was Elvis Presley Jewish?

Orthodox Elvis impersonator Dan Hartal a.k.a. "Schmelvis" thinks so.

Pillsbury Doughboy Burned in Tragic Passover Cleaning Accident

Loveable American icon toasted, then laid to rest.

The Matisyahu of Stand Up Comedy

For Yisrael Campbell, the journey from Catholicism to Judaism is a real laugh.

Marc the Explorer

A stand-up comedian's brush with tragedy teaches him that laughter helps keep you connected to spirituality.

Masquerade Mania

Mr. Dress-up like you've never seen him.

Israel Initiates Recycling Program; Arab Street Erupts in Anger

Street sweepers being ambushed for allegedly tampering with sanctity of Holy City.

This Rabbi Can Rock

Shmuel Skaist drinks beer and thinks of himself as a rock star. He also has six kids and is a rabbi. He sees no contradiction between the two.

He Knows if You've Been Naughty or Nice

Mind reader Marc Salem knows what you're thinking. Be very careful.

The Daily Show with Rob Kutner

An interview with the four-time Emmy Award winning comedy writer.

The Hip-Hop Hebrew

Jewish comedian Eric Schwartz thinks that rap music is strictly Kosher.

The Sound of Silence

One of the liveliest Shabbat dinners we hosted was with a group of deaf teenagers.

 

World Dreidel Tour

Bringing the light of Chanukah to the world.

Mel Gibson Demands Kramer Apology

Racist remarks cause outrage from Hollywood racist.

The Outsider

Ophira Eisenberg is a little bit of an outsider. But that's what makes her funny.

A Stand Up Jew

Comedian Steve Mittleman has performed for just about everyone. But his favorite thing to do is to make Jewish people laugh.

Me, Dave Chappelle and My Yarmulke

Comedian Dave Chappelle taught me an important lesson about being Jewish.

Zadie Takes Shvitz After Eating Pastrami Sandwich for the 1000th Day Straight

Morris Rosenberg, known to friends and family simply as "Zadie" has done the seemingly impossible.

UJM Ceasefire Agreement

Jewish Mother Agree to Cease Using Guilt as a Weapon, "If that's what we Really Want"

Laughter and Tears

A stand up comedian grapples with laughter during trying times.

God's Comedian

Mark Schiff thinks that G-d is funny. G-d probably thinks Mark Schiff is funny too -- most people do.

My Team

My intense relationship with the San Francisco 49ers taught me how to feel a part of the Jewish People.

The Jew in the Boardroom

Being Jewish in a non-Jewish workplace.

The Dating Guy: The Wedding Day (3 of 3)

A play-by-play description of the happiest day of my life.

The Dating Guy: Popping the Question (2 of 3)

After searching for my soul mate for so long, there was only one thing that I could do when I found her: propose. Not as easy as it sounds.

The Dating Guy: My Last Blind Date (1 of 3)

It's hard keeping your spirits up while going through the seemingly never-ending journey of dating. But don't panic - your soul mate is out there.

The Odd Couple

I used to think that Jewish unity meant all of us being the same. Naphtali showed me otherwise.

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