Did You Know They’re Jewish?

Houdini Escaped Everything Except His Jewish Heritage

Houdini put on tefilin daily and formed the Rabbis’ Sons Theatrical Benevolent Association.

A Brief History of Yiddish

I’m verklempt over these Yiddish words that have become part of today’s culture.

A Brief History of Jewish Pirates

Yes, they actually existed!

Jews & the Shmatte Business

How and why Jews thrived in the garment industry.

All You Ever Wanted to Know About Golems

This ancient Jewish “Superhero” appeared in Marvel Comics in the 1970’s in the “Strange Tales” series.

International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Expert, Joe Siegman

Joe received the Lifetime Achievement Award for significant contributions to the State of Israel and society through sports.

Purim Around the World

Here are some inventive ways Jews from around the world do away with Haman.

Celebrities You May Not Know Are Jewish

Daniel Radcliffe, Rashida Jones and Scarlett Johansson are all members of the tribe.

How Israelis Handle the Biased Media

The media wants Israel to let terrorists roam free so they can instigate rocket attacks and mass shootings.

Jewish Year in Review 5779

The top Jewish news stories from around the world in 5779.

Pro-Semitism

With anti-Semitism on the rise, we’ve had enough. It’s time for some Pro-Semitism!

What Makes Israeli Humor

I’ve been a comedian in Israel for over 15 years. Here are my thoughts on what makes Israeli humor.

Rabbi David Talks Funny to His Congregation

Review of David Klimnick’s New Show The Honest Rabbi: Rabbinically Approved Laughter at the Off the Wall Comedy Theater.

My Favorite Spots in Jerusalem

The Old City. The history. The immigrants. The angry taxi drivers. I love it all.

Jews & Seltzer

Did you know that Seltzer was originally a brand name of naturally carbonated water from Niederselters, Germany?

Two Odd Failed Attempts to Establish a Jewish Homeland

Jewish history almost forgot these fascinating tales. Until now.

Kosher in the News

From kosher at the World Cup in Qatar to kosher in the prison systems, kosher food has been in the news.

A World Without Jews?

Imagine how much poorer the world would be in a Jew-less world.

The Jews, Columbus and Thanksgiving

Did you know that Columbus may never have “discovered” the Americans without We Jews?

A Brief History of Kugel

When it comes to food, few things sound more Jewish than kugel.

Sukkah Q & A

People need advice for Sukkot. Jewish men are building houses, keeping plants alive, and dancing in public, none of which they know how to do.

Summer Camp Inspired Budding Jewish Celebrities

Bob Dylan attended Zionist-oriented Herzl Camp in Wisconsin where it is said he first learned to play guitar, piano and harmonica.

A Brief History of Rugelach

“Rugelach” is a Yiddish word that literally means “little twists.”

Elvis Presley’s Jewish Roots

I was all shook up in Mississippi.

Hilarity for Charity: An Interview with Seth and Lauren Rogen

The Hollywood couple is the driving force behind a movement dedicated to raising awareness, inspiring change and accelerating progress in Alzheimer’s care and research.

Famous Jews and Their Pen Pals

From Anne Frank’s Iowa pen pal to Groucho Marx’s correspondence with T. S. Elliot.

Jewkbox: Jewish Musicians who Changed Rock Music

Six members of the tribe, from Bob Dylan to Joey Ramone.

We Jews: Latino Jews

Jewbans, Mexi-Jews. Jewminicans, Jewtinas or Kosher-Ricans.

WE JEWS: Little Known Jewish Inventions

From the flashlight to the flexistraw, these Jewish inventions make life a little better.

What Jewish History Forgot: Yom Kippur Edition

Studies show that stock prices are tied to Yom Kippur?!

Jews and U.S. Independence Day

Secret messages were sent in Yiddish?!

What Jewish History Forgot: Passover Edition Vol. II

Matzah in space?!

Am I the ‘Funniest Person in the World’?

I made it to the finals of the Funniest Person in the World competition in Finland as an Orthodox Jew. Here’s my amazing story.

What Jewish History Forgot: Amazing Covert Rescues

Wilfrid Israel rescued tens of thousands of Jews from the Nazis, yet few have heard of him.

What Jewish History Forgot: Amazing Events During the High Holy Days

After being pulled from the game, Dodgers pitcher Don Drysdale said, "I bet you wish I was Jewish, too."

What Jewish History Forgot: Three Fascinating Jewish Fathers

Ever heard of Sol Floersheim? Would Jew believe he helped put away Billy the Kid?

Jewish Mothers Who Helped Build America

May is a month for Mothers, so in their honor, let’s look at a few Jewish mothers who helped build America.

What Jewish History Forgot: Passover Edition

Do you know who made the first American Haggadah? If you think it was Manischewitz, think again!

What Jewish History Forgot

Wyatt Earp, Elvis Presley and Alexander Hamilton all had Jewish connections.

Praising the Land of Israel

In honor of Tu B’Shevat, singing the praises of the Holy Land.

18 Reasons for Making Aliyah

Reason number 7: Kosher Burger King!

Two Jews Walk Out of Israel

Mark Schiff on performing with Jerry Seinfeld in Israel.

We Jews: A Hanukkah Round-Up

Who set the world record with a one and a half hour dreidel spin?

Jerry Seinfeld and I in Israel

In December, Jerry Seinfeld and I are doing stand-up comedy in Israel. Not even terrorism can stop the laughter.

We Jews and Sukkot

Do the Yuchi Indians of Oklahoma celebrate Sukkot?

Would Jew Believe #41

Words from the Talmud are being sung in Zulu by an African choir?!

Would Jew Believe: High Holiday Edition

Some fascinating facts about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Comedy without Compromise

Meet the UK’s only religiously observant stand-up comedian Ashley Blaker, the only person in TV who doesn’t own a TV.

Jews and July 4th

There were over 2000 Jews in colonial America and many took part in the Revolutionary War. Here’s their story.

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