Jewish Humor Central is a daily publication to start your day with news of the Jewish world that's likely to produce a knowing smile and some Yiddishe nachas. It's also a collection of sources of Jewish humor--anything that brings a grin, chuckle, laugh, guffaw, or just a warm feeling to readers. Our posts include jokes, satire, books, music, films, videos, food, Unbelievable But True, and In the News. Some are new, and some are classics. We post every morning, Sunday through Friday. Enjoy!
Today we're starting the series with a 1969 performance by Jackie Mason on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Mason launches into a discussion about how sex is permeating our entire culture and how the average entertainer thinks he has to resort to sexual references when he walks onto the stage.
A Jackie Mason classic. Enjoy!
"Hava Nagila" is a well-known Jewish folk song. Its Hebrew lyrics, meaning "Let us rejoice," were added by Abraham Zevi Idelsohn in early 20th-century Jerusalem and were inspired by the Psalms. The song quickly became a staple at Jewish celebrations like weddings and bar/bat mitzvahs, spreading globally as an anthem of joy and Jewish identity.
The Smothers Brothers, Tom and Dick, were one of the most iconic comedy duos in the history of television. They began performing as a duo in the late 1950s, playing in coffeehouses and clubs in San Francisco. Their act consisted of music, comedy, and witty banter, which quickly gained them a following. The Smothers Brothers became a household name in the late 1960s with their variety show, The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. The show was groundbreaking in its approach to comedy, pushing the boundaries with political satire and social commentary.
The show also featured up-and-coming musical acts, including The Doors and The Who, and introduced the world to comedians like Steve Martin and George Carlin. The Smothers Brothers' irreverent style made them a beloved and enduring force in American comedy.
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