Episode 77 - God Plans, Man Laughs

March 26, 2025
Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews
Episode 77 - God Plans, Man Laughs

There’s a new episode of Torah Smash! Yes, and… the Jewish tie in is a story from Genesis! Yes, and… the hosts find more ways to comment about muppets. With a topic like improv, anything can happen! Let’s talk about laughter and where it can be found in the world and in our work as Jewish professionals. We also explore how laughter is utilized in Jewish holidays, even in the darkest of times.

00:02:40 Genesis 17:17
00:05:31 Improvisational Acting and Comedy
00:07:07 The 3 main rules of improv
00:09:40 Yes, And-ing Judaism
00:20:29 Laughing in the face of tragedy
00:25:40 Celebrating after redemption
00:27:32 Argumentative improv
00:30:19 Does comedy need darkness?

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