Judd Apatow grew up idolizing Mel Brooks. Now he’s telling Brooks’ story in an HBO documentary.
by Stephen Silver (JTA) – When Judd Apatow was growing up on Long Island, there was no debate about who ruled the comedy world. “Nobody…
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Get Excited for a ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel Starring Mel Brooks and Josh Gad
by Lior Zaltzman (Kveller) – Back in 1987, Mel Brooks gave us a pretty, pretty Jewish and supremely hilarious parody of “Star Wars” called “Spaceballs.”…
Your guide to Shavuot, now with 50 percent less facts
By Andrew Silow-Carroll (JTA) — Shavuot starts this year at sundown on June 1. In terms of popularity, it is the National Hockey League of Jewish…
The Great Matzah Ball Debate: Part 1 – Like a rock baby
By Sinky Titanicstein (Editor’s note): In the spirit of lively discussion at the seder table, we bring you these arguments about a staple of the…
Comedian Michael Rapaport is bringing his Jewish pride to Edmonton: March 6-8
By Stacy Shaikin (AJNews) – American actor and Comedian Michael Rapaport is bringing his Jewish pride to Edmonton. The 55-year-old entertainer is famous for his…