Jewish Guide on How to be Funny

Everyone knows Jews are funny. But the question is, why? With a history fraught with trauma and persecution, the Jewish people have historically used humor as a “release valve,” and even as a tool of survival. 

Jews have used their outsider status and the distinctive characteristics of Jewish humor - self-deprecation, challenging authority, and audacity - to rise disproportionately in the American comedy scene.

Unpacked, a division of Open Dor Media, has posted an interesting video on how and why Jews are funny. We found it informative and want to share it with you.

Enjoy!

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