Joel Chasnoff

Jewish Comedian, Best-Selling Author, Israeli Army Veteran

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Joel Chasnoff Biography

Joel Chasnoff is an established Jewish comedian and best-selling author known for his unique perspective as a veteran of the Israeli Army. His approach to comedy is clean, focusing on the nuances of Jewish life without resorting to stereotypes, offering a fresh and respectful take on culturally significant themes. The Forward recognizes him as a significant voice in Jewish comedy.

Chasnoff grew up in Chicago and has a vast experience in stand-up comedy, performing for over 1,500 Jewish audiences in North America, Europe, Israel, and Australia. His tours include appearances at fundraisers, universities, and festivals across multiple countries. Chasnoff has also shared the stage as the warm-up act for notable personalities such as Jon Stewart and Lewis Black. His media appearances include segments on NPR and television networks like ABC, NBC, and various Israeli late-night shows.

Chasnoff's literary contributions include the National Jewish Book Award-winning "Israel 201: Your Next-Level Guide to the Magic, Mystery, and Chaos of Life in the Holy Land" and "The 188th Crybaby Brigade," a comedic memoir about his experiences as a tank gunner in the Israel Defense Forces, published by Simon and Schuster in 2001. Both works have been highly praised, with "The 188th Crybaby Brigade" receiving accolades for its humor and insightful commentary. In addition to his own books, Chasnoff has contributed to "The Big Book of Jewish Humor: 25th Anniversary Edition" and "The Idiot's Guide to Jokes." He is also collaborating on "The Balaboosta Way: A Mediterranean Cookbook" with Chef Einat Admony. Currently based in Ra’anana, Israel, Chasnoff continues to connect with audiences through his presentations and is preparing for his upcoming spring tour, Yachad, designed to strengthen bonds within Jewish communities through stories, workshops, and comedy.

Joel Chasnoff Speaking Topics

  • Laughing Through History: 30 Jokes in 60 Minutes

    We all know that Jews are funny. But why? Is it simply laughter through tears or is there more to these people’s renowned sense of humor? In this eye-opening and hysterical presentation, Joel Chasnoff explores the history and future of Jewish comedy, from the Garden of Eden to Curb Your Enthusiasm and everything in between. Topics include humor in the Bible (hint: God is funnier than you think); the link between the Talmud and Annie Hall; and the role of humor in the Holocaust, including examples of Jewish poetry, comedy, and song in concentration camps. Along the way, Chasnoff shares his favorite jokes and encourages his audiences to share theirs!

  • Comedy Tonight: Stand-Up Comedy with Joel Chasnoff

    Joel Chasnoff is often referred to as the Chris Rock of the Jews • and with good reason. His hip, sophisticated humor is a welcome change from the Borscht Belt comics of old. When Chasnoff takes the stage, audiences are guaranteed an hour of nonstop laughter based on real Jewish experiences, not stereotypes • everything from Chasnoff's stint on his day school basketball team to the challenges of being a 24-year-old American in a platoon of Israeli teenagers.

  • Purity of Arms: An American in the Israeli Army

    When he was 24, Joel Chasnoff volunteered for a combat unit of the Israel Defense Forces. He was voted Outstanding Soldier of the Company and co-led operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah. In this riveting • and often hilarious • presentation based on his best-selling memoir The 188th Crybaby Brigade, Chasnoff brings you face to face with daily life in a combat platoon of the IDF, from basic training to Tank School to covert operations in Lebanon; the induction process, including Israel's legendary method for evaluating draftees and assigning them to military units; and Tohar Ha-neshek, or Purity of Arms • Israel's code of ethics for moral behavior in battle.

  • Positively Israel

  • Middle Eastern and Foreign Affairs

  • Anti-Terrorism and Security

Joel Chasnoff Books

  • The 188th Crybaby Brigade: A Skinny Jewish Kid from Chicago Fights Hezbollah--A Memoir
    The 188th Crybaby Brigade: A Skinny Jewish Kid from Chicago Fights Hezbollah--A Memoir

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Joel Chasnoff is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Laughing Through History: 30 Jokes in 60 Minutes, Comedy Tonight: Stand-Up Comedy with Joel Chasnoff, Purity of Arms: An American in the Israeli Army, Positively Israel, Middle Eastern and Foreign Affairs and Anti-Terrorism and Security. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joel Chasnoff for your event is available upon request. Joel Chasnoff generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daniel Silva, Tiffany Shlain, Robert D. Kaplan, Jesse Dylan and David Silverman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joel Chasnoff for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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