Join us for a captivating episode with Shahar Cohen, the internet's favorite Jewish hurricane. From Tel Aviv's vibrant nightlife to the intricacies of Jewish identity in the digital age, Shahar shares his journey from a career in marketing to becoming a viral sensation on TikTok. Discover how humor serves as both resistance and reflection, and why he believes in uniting people through laughter. Don't miss this insightful conversation that blends comedy with cultural commentary. Tune in and laugh along with us! Shahar Cohen is an internationally acclaimed Israeli comedian, content creator, and performer best known for his viral “America vs. Israel” videos and his beloved character Nofar. Blending sharp observational humor with cultural insight, Shahar’s work resonates with global audiences through sold-out shows across Europe, North America, and Israel. His hit show My Life features both stand-up and character performance, offering a hilarious, heartfelt look at cultural differences, Jewish identity, and life between Israel and the world. With humor, nuance, and heart, Shahar uses comedy to connect, reflect, and entertain. City Winery Chicago Presents Shahar Cohen: My Life Show with Orly KG Live on Wednesday, September 17th at 7:30 PM! Buy your tickets at, https://citywinery.com/chicago/events/shahar-cohen-h6a4oe 🔗 Subscribe and follow for more episodes on Jewish identity, solidarity, activism & advocacy Podcast Music - Paradigm Shift by Daniel Schwartz -https://soundcloud.com/danny-schwartz-4
0:00 Introduction to Shahar Cohen
2:30 From Economics to Comedy
5:00 The Role of Humor in Resistance
8:15 Cultural Commentary and Identity
12:00 Nofar: The Iconic Character
15:45 Navigating TikTok and Social Media
20:30 The 'My Life' Tour Explained
25:00 Challenges and Triumphs of Touring
30:15 Audience Reactions and Feedback
35:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans