Synopsis
2023 National Jewish Book Award Winner!
AMAZON BESTSELLER!
“Fantastic! Precisely the kind of Israel education we all need.” – Mayim Bialik
“An ode to life in Israel, with all its ironic, annoying and heartwarming twists” (The Times of Israel) by comedians Joel Chasnoff and Benji Lovitt, Israel 201 goes behind the headlines to show you the Israel you didn’t know you didn’t know. Why do Israelis go bike riding on Yom Kippur? How did Jerusalem’s stray cat problem spur religious debate? And why are Israelis so blunt, even when the truth hurts? From shomer Shabbos car insurance policies and ancient marriage laws to Arab Israeli stand-up comedy and LGBTQ activism in the IDF, Israel 201 goes beyond an introductory “101” course to show you the magic, mystery, and, yes, chaos, of one of the most fascinating and least understood countries on earth.
About the Author
Joel Chasnoff is a stand-up comedian and author of multiple books, including the comedic memoir The 188th Crybaby Brigade, about his service in the Israel Defense Forces, and Essential Tennis, which he cowrote with coach Ian Westermann. To date, he’s performed comedy at more than a thousand Jewish fundraisers and social events in ten countries. A Chicago native, Joel now lives in Ra’anana, Israel. Video clips, tour info, and more at www.joelchasnoff.com.
Benji Lovitt grew up in Dallas, Texas, and immigrated to Israel in 2006. For the past fifteen years, he’s performed stand-up comedy and delivered cultural presentations about Israel for audiences in North America, Israel, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. His unique comedic perspective on Israeli society and Israelis has led him to be an oft-featured guest on Israeli TV and radio and in media outlets including USA Today, BBC Radio, Time Magazine, and The Atlantic. More on Benji at www.benjilovitt.com.
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