Podcast appearances and mentions of Mel Brooks

MAKE A NOISE: BLAZING SADDLES (1974) Mel Brooks took the Western and blew it to pieces with Blazing Saddles. Eric Samaniego is joined by Chris Cox, founder of OneOfUs.net, to discuss one of the most outrageous comedies ever made, from its fearless take on race and the American myth to the unforgettable performances of Gene […]

It's the end of summer, and Yonit and Jonathan are taking a break from the news with a nugget of pure Jewish joy. Andy Nyman — the West End actor, writer, director and magician currently starring as Max Bialystock in The Producers, and previously as an acclaimed Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof — joins the show for an Unholy Conversation. Why does Mel Brooks' nearly-60-year-old joke about Hitler still land? What makes Max Bialystock - who could have been Tevye's grandson - so beloved, even in his desperation? And is the Broadway musical, as a form, secretly a Jewish one? Andy answers the question by giving a rare performance of a musical classic — rendered in Yiddish. You won't want to miss it. In this episode: The Genius of Mel Brooks: How The Producers transforms satire into an act of healing and an uncompromising "fuck you" to history. From Tevye to Bialystock: Exploring the thread connecting the working-class milkman of Anatevka to the scheming, desperate, yet deeply human Broadway hustler. Art in Times of Darkness: A rare behind-the-scenes look at performing comedic Jewish art—and deciding to keep a daring scene in the show—in the wake of global tragedy. Exclusive Live Performances: Andy delivers three bespoke, stripped-back performances directly in the studio: "We Can Do It" (The Producers) "If I Were a Rich Man" (Fiddler on the Roof) A haunting, tender Yiddish translation of "Hushabye Mountain" (originally by the Sherman Brothers).   00:06 Introduction to Unholy Conversations 00:09 Introduction to Andy Nyman 01:57 The Enduring Appeal of The Producers 05:50 Mel Brooks and Jewish Healing through Humor 08:29 Defiance in Comedy: Pulling Down Pants 09:59 Exploring Max Bialystok's Character 17:30 Max Bialystok and Tevye: A Generational Connection 18:23 The Complexity of Tevye 22:58 The Essence of Fiddler on the Roof 30:44 The Current Jewish Climate 35:40 The Jewish Influence in Musical Theatre 42:32 A Yiddish Lullaby: Bridging Cultures 44:24 The Importance of Representation 44:25 Personal Connections and Impact  

Tom, Brian, and Amos kick off their Get Smart experiment with the 1965 pilot “Mr. Big” and are delighted to discover that nearly everything they associate with the series—from the shoe phone and Cone of Silence to “Would you believe…”—was there from the beginning. Mel Brooks' absurd Cold War spy parody proves smarter and funnier than expected, though the big question now is whether those wonderfully ridiculous recurring gags will still be funny after four episodes.Next week: Get Smart (203 - "A Spy for a Spy")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/as5XoEEsW4s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The topic: The two-part documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year-Old Man! has garnered 6 primetime Emmy nominations including Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special and Outstanding Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program. Co-directors Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio join Larry Mantle on FilmWeek to talk about the legendary filmmaker himself (now 100 years-old) and what it was like to talk to Brooks about his generation-defining comedy. Mel Brooks: The 99 Year-Old Man! is available to stream on HBOMax. Guests: Judd Apatow, co-director and executive producer of the two-part HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year-Old Man! Michael Bonfiglio, co-director and executive producer of the two-part HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year-Old Man! Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency.

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You might not know the name, but Linda Hoxit was a regular fixture on TV variety shows for many years - shows like The Sonny and Cher Show, The Carol Burnett Show, The Brady Bunch Variety Hour, and many more, and also appeared in movies like Mel Brooks' The History of the World, Part One and Movie, Movie. Along the way, she dated legendary rock stars, lived at the Playboy Mansion when she dated Hugh Hefner's brother, performed on Broadway – dancing, singing, and acting. Her memoir of those times is painted in living color, filled with anecdotes and stories of an era we're never going to have again. Told with candor, honesty, and humor, Linda's story is uniquely her own

REUPLOADED WITH NEW MUSIC!Spaceballs.Mel Brooks' 1987 sci-fi spoof film parodied everything from Star Wars, to Alien, and even Star Trek. While this is technically not a Star Trek film, the film did parody some aspects of it - even including a cameo from future Voyager star Tim Russ. In this episode of Twin Cities Trekkies, which constitutes the second part of the podcast's second Star Trek film extravaganza, Wes welcomes newcomer Justin Smith to the podcast to fanboy about the film.Any feedback you have can be submitted to the Facebook page (facebook.com/TCTrekkiesPod), or by emailing them at tctrekkiespodcast@gmail.com. Twin Cities Trekkies is also available on Instagram (instagram.com/twincitiestrekkiespod). Find us on Blue Sky (TC Trekkies) or TikTok (@twincitiestrekkie). You can also leave us comments in the comment section of this episode in Spotify. Just keep in mind the feedback you may give may be featured in an upcoming episode of this podcast.Twin Cities Trekkies is available on many platforms!

Opie and comedian Tony P dive into Jimmy Dean's sausage empire (complete with Opie replaying the classic sausage call from the Opie and Anthony Show), a mysterious beach dude who summons a full mosquito apocalypse (including a brutal left-cheek bite), childhood fight clubs, Usher clone conspiracies, Mel Brooks' Jeopardy nights with Carl Reiner, Dunkin' chaos in a tank top, and why the moon is probably a spaceship. Pure unfiltered chaos for the O&A crowd.About Opie Unfiltered:Hosted by Gregg "Opie" Hughes—co-creator of the legendary Opie and Anthony show—Opie Unfiltered brings raw, unscripted commentary, classic radio lore, and unfiltered comedy featuring Ron the Waiter and regular guests.​Support the Show:https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/JANCGHFW7GJHA​For fans of classic New York talk radio, unedited comedy, satellite broadcast history, and the original Opie and Anthony era.

After all these years of podcasting, Brandon and Stoney are just now getting around to the vast genius of Mel Brooks - for both of these guys, this was the first time sitting down and watching 1974's Blazing Saddles all the way through. 

AI is here and there's no stopping it... even when it comes to a doctor searching for something. This idea of doctors leads us down the rabbit hole of standardized testing. We take a turn into the political sphere with certain races coming up and the ideocracy of some members. Why wouldn't the talk of political corruption lead us into the world of FIFA. We do find our way into more normal conversation of film with the Odyssey and the Devil Wears Prada 2. Huw's been on a hot streak in the film watching recently. We take a quick dive down the parody films with Mel Brooks' Spaceballs 2 coming to theaters soon. Hopefully everyone is staying safe out there.

It's a new month and a new theme! This month we are focusing on everyone's favorite hundred year old man, Mel Brooks! But we're focusing on his lesser known works starting with his adaptation of a 1920s Soviet novel ... The Twelve Chairs!

Before Animal House became one of the greatest comedies ever made, Tim Matheson was already building one of the longest and most fascinating careers in Hollywood. In this episode of Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko, Tim shares unforgettable stories about John Belushi, Lucille Ball, Steven Spielberg, Henry Fonda, Ryan Reynolds, Mel Brooks, Anne Bancroft, Meghan Markle, Aaron Sorkin, Clint Eastwood and many more. He reveals what Belushi was really like before fame changed everything, how Spielberg personally tracked him down in Las Vegas, the acting lessons he learned from Henry Fonda, directing Meghan Markle on Suits, working opposite Mel Brooks, starring in Animal House, The West Wing, Fletch, Van Wilder and Johnny Quest, and why he finally decided to write his memoir. If you love classic Hollywood, behind-the-scenes stories and the golden age of film and television, this episode is packed with incredible moments. Subscribe for new celebrity interviews every Monday.   00:00 Intro, Tim Matheson arrives 00:46 Knee replacement and getting older 01:46 Leave It to Beaver and becoming a child actor 04:02 Working with Steven Spielberg 07:18 The Hollywood legend who influenced him most, Lucille Ball 11:03 Henry Fonda's unforgettable acting lesson 13:48 John Belushi and making Animal House 16:50 Belushi's death and Hollywood's cocaine culture 20:30 Directing Meghan Markle on Suits 21:47 Why Tim finally wrote his memoir 24:11 Ivan Reitman, Animal House and comedy history 27:18 Growing up in broken home and finding Hollywood 36:33 Becoming Johnny Quest 41:22 The West Wing and Aaron Sorkin 44:29 Buying National Lampoon 46:52 Clint Eastwood's advice about aging 47:52 Ryan Reynolds before superstardom 50:32 Mel Brooks and Anne Bancroft stories 54:25 Final thoughts Show CreditsHost/Producer: Steve KmetkoAll things technical: Justin ZangerleExecutive Producer: Jim LichtensteinMusic by: Brian Sanyshyn https://stillherehollywood.comhttp://patreon.com/stillherehollywoodSuggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.comAdvertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.comPublicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar. A very happy birthday to Buffalo Bills legendary coach Marv Levy who turns 101 today. Gene also dives into some of the training camp storylines. We have MLB news as today is the trade deadline. Gene fills you in with all of the details. Plus the NFL hall of fame game is this thursday.

Full Show Broadcast. Happy Birthday to Buffalo Bills legendary coach Marv Levy-who turns 101 today. Gene breaks down some of the Bills training camp storylines... More James Cook receptions? It's also the MLB trade deadline today. What are the deals on Gene's mind? Timmy's baseball take & Nate Geary from WGR-550 on Bills camp.

Horror! Medo! Desespero! Sofrimento! Mel! Brooks! Hoje encaramos um dos filmes mais importantes (e mais politicamente incorretos) da história da comédia: Banzé no Oeste, a obra-prima de Mel Brooks que pegou o faroeste, jogou dinamite, peidou na fogueira e saiu de Landau rumo ao pôr do sol. Falamos sobre as piadas que ainda funcionam, as […]

Our all-star cast discusses the appeal, ups-and-downs and pop culture expertise of comedic filmmaker/actor Kevin Smith.   Talking points Include: *New Jersey culture that Kevin recreates, some surprisingly positive takes on Clerks 2   *Kevin's comic book & TV contributions   *Is him being stoned the reason for why he cries so much inbetween his geeky rants? *We dives into some of his graphic novels and the appeal of the Clerks characters.   *How Kevin basically shoots his small-scale films w/ friends much like people he admires (Spike Lee) & how he's a mixture of a more serious Leslie Nielsen, Farrelly Brothers crudity, a Bill & Ted duo, pre-SouthPark/Judd Apatow parody guy & geekier Mel Brooks. *Which of his serious films were rather solid and which ones fell flat? *The change in the '90s indie film scene & art house favorites to the '00s digital underground films & mismarketing by the various studios that occurs. *Plus, James describes a hysterical convention signing where he met Kevin in-person!       OUR GUESTS INCLUDE:  Jeremy "Squatchy Largefoot" Bryant, Josh Hansen, Ryan McGann, Travis Crawford, Tim Caldwell & Oreo Brewer!       SONGS/CLIPS USED: "The Fuck Song" from Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back Kevin Smith disses/riffs by RiffTrax Commentary for Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan

After taking some time to reflect, Trish is getting unfiltered about Morgan Adams clapping back at Tana Mongeau in defense of Shane Dawson. Plus, is it true she was blacklisted from both Kim Kardashian's influencer event AND the Spider-Man red carpet premiere?

MAKE A NOISE: THE TWELVE CHAIRS (1970) Mel Brooks followed the outrageous success of The Producers with his most personal film, a bittersweet treasure hunt about greed, obsession, and the things people spend their lives chasing. Eric Samaniego is once again joined by Trash in the Can co-host Wright Sulek to discuss The Twelve Chairs. […]

We're back with a final alien invasion film and this one's a doozy: Steven Spielberg's post-9/11 adaptation of War of the Worlds, starring Tom Cruise as a Regular Guy who has to save his family when vicious aliens attack Earth. Of all the films we've done this month, this is both the most realistic and most frightening. We will be on break for the month of August, but shall return with an entire month dedicated to Mel Brooks (!) as well as a fun new bonus series. As always, thank you all so much for your support!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   ​This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, we're heading straight into the wild aftermath of San Diego Comic-Con with a stacked recap of the biggest announcements across movies, TV, and Marvel! First up in the main event, the Nerds talk about San Diego Comic-Con and got a bunch of news to look forward to. Starting with the smaller (but still exciting) reveals for Spaceballs 2, a new Resident Evil movie trailer, and Johnny Depp as Ebenezer Scrooge in his new movie, Ebenezer. Beyond the big screen, we dive into the wild return of Mel Brooks, the bizarre parodies taking on modern cinematic universes, and why these classic comedy revivals are making noise again. Then, Avatar: Seven Havens takes center stage alongside some other big hitters like Blade Runner 2099 and a new Lanterns trailer. We break down what the future looks like for the Avatar franchise, how Prime Video is expanding its sci-fi slate, and debate all the hidden details and lore clues buried inside DC's latest footage. To top it all off, the Nerds spend the last part of the episode discussing Marvel's panel and the hype being built around Doomsday and... Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider?! We break down the massive casting updates, character returns, multiverse theories, and what this means for the future of the MCU. Is Marvel finally back on track? Tune in to find out!   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #SDCC #Spaceballs2 #ResidentEvil #Ebenezer #AvatarSevenHavens #BladeRunner2099 #Lanterns #AvengersDoomsday #GhostRide #Marvel News #GamingNews   This Issue is Brought to You by: Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Kriss and Ro are back to talk about Movies with our new Movie Talk podcasts. This will be a show where we talk about movies from the past and present that we enjoy. Not really reviews, just a conversation about movies that we like to watch. For this first episode we talk a pair of movies from our childhood, Rob Reiner’s Princess Bride and Mel Brooks’ Robin Hood Men in Tights. These are two films we love for very similar reasons that have become cult classics. We discuss why we love these films and what it says about today’s films and audiences. On our next episode we’ll be talking about the films Weapons and Backrooms.  Guest: Ro @bookblerd.bsky.social‬   Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!   Follow us on BlueSky: @InsanityReport  

John Rodgers returns to the podcast to discuss his favorite comedy "Young Frankenstein" and celebrate the legendary Mel Brooks as he turns 100. More than just one of the funniest comedies ever made, Young Frankenstein is a loving tribute to the classic Universal Monster films that inspired it. We dive into Brooks' brilliant blend of parody and homage, the unforgettable performances, iconic jokes, and the timeless charm that has made this film a comedy classic. Join us as we honor Mel Brooks' incredible legacy and revisit one of the greatest monster movie spoofs ever created.   Catch up with us on Twitter: @ILTMPodcast   Instagram: @ILovethatMoviePodcast   Support us on Patreon:   https://www.patreon.com/Ilovethatmovie

This BEST of ALL WORLDS Band heavy-hitter is an iconic American drummer & session musician is one of the "most recorded drummer in music history", was voted "Top 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time” by Rolling Stone Magazine, and has played on records totalling over 300 million sales! Of course we're talking about the legendary drummer, best-selling author and speaker: Kenny AronoffKenny was inspired by The Beatles' 1964 Ed Sullivan performance  and pivoted from classical percussion to a lifelong career in rock n roll. He is best known for his 17-year tenure with John Mellencamp and his long stint with John Fogerty, but Kenny has played/recorded or toured with practically EVERYONE. Check out this list :Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Waylon Jennings. Loretta Lynn, Tony Iommi, Alice Cooper, Smashing Pumpkins, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Steven Tyler, Celine Dion, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morrisette, Avril Lavigne, BB King, Buddy Guy, Ray Charles, Joe Cocker, Skynyrd, Mellencamp, the Beatles, Buddy Rich tribute ,Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Triumph, Lady Gaga, Chickenfoot ....and now Kenny is in Sammy's Best of All Worlds band!Come hear what it was like for an overly energetic young boy growing up in Stockbridge, Massachusetts nicking Norman Rockwell's cigarettes, (almost ) shagging Norman Mailer's daughter, crashing backyard parties with Faye Dunaway, Frank Langella, Anne Bancroft and Mel Brooks, and touring the world with the RedRocker himself!Join the Bo-Hosts for an episode almost as BIG as Kenny's pipes!More on Kenny here:https://kennyaronoff.com/https://www.instagram.com/kennyaronoff/https://www.facebook.com/KennyAronoffOfficial"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com

This week on FridayFlix, we're saddling up for one of the boldest, funniest, and most influential comedies ever made: Blazing Saddles (1974).Join us as we revisit Mel Brooks' groundbreaking Western satire and discuss why it continues to spark conversations more than 50 years after its release. We break down the brilliant performances from Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Harvey Korman, and the unforgettable supporting cast while exploring how the film uses outrageous humor to satirize racism, prejudice, Hollywood westerns, and American culture.We also take a deep dive into the creative genius of Mel Brooks and the crucial contributions of Richard Pryor, whose voice helped shape the film's fearless comedy. Along the way, we debate whether Blazing Saddles could be made today, discuss who the real targets of the jokes are, and explain why the film remains one of the smartest satires ever put on screen.From the campfire scene and Mongo to "Where the white women at?" and the legendary fourth-wall-breaking finale, we revisit our favorite moments, share behind-the-scenes trivia, and decide whether Blazing Saddles still deserves its place among the greatest comedy films of all time.Email us your thoughts at jkentertainment247@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @fridayflixpodcast.And don't forget to follow us on Letterboxd at Cinemack89 and KMcanthony.It's Friday.

In this special Season 8 wrap-up episode of We Think It's Funny, hosts Daniel Lobell and Mark Schiff take a hilarious walk back through one of their most guest-packed and story-filled seasons yet. Mark and Daniel clear the guest couch to reflect on all the wildest road stories, backstage banter, and comedy wisdom shared by an extraordinary lineup from powerhouse season-opener Alex Edelman and the legendary George Wallace, to comedy favorites Danny Jolles, Ocean Glapion, Greg Romero Wilson, Brian Monarch, and Eli Lebowicz. The duo revisits deep dives into musical parody with Barbra Heller and Estee Palti, classic comedy history with Mel Brooks collaborator Rudy DeLuca and guest co-host Alan Bursky, absurd near-death drowning tales with Tom Rhodes, and unfiltered stand-up insights from season-finale guest Jim Jefferies. Whether you are reliving your favorite riffs or catching up on moments you missed, join Mark and Daniel as they break down the highlights and celebrate another incredible season in the books!

We tend to avoid anything we won't be instantly good at. Richard Sparks has spent forty years proving that instinct is wrong.   Richard is a writer who has spent 40 years bouncing between comedy sketches, TV scripts, opera translations, and now fantasy novels. He wrote for a young Rowan Atkinson before anyone knew his name, then somehow ended up translating operas with no background in the form.   In this episode, Richard shares why he never expects a first draft to work and how that same patience helped him build a fantasy series after decades of writing scripts.   We cover: The strange side job that taught Richard he could actually get paid to write What happened the first time he watched an actor perform a sketch he wrote The one thing Richard tells every young writer about a bad first draft Why he walked away from decades of scriptwriting for something he'd never done before A story structure mistake he says ruined the ending of a hit TV series The line from Mel Brooks that reframed how Richard thinks about comedy vs. tragedy -- Resources Get free chapters at: https://richardsparks.com 

What made a generation of Jewish artists and intellectuals transform American culture? In this episode, Rabbi Marc Katz sits down with acclaimed cultural critic David Denby to discuss his book Eminent Jews: Bernstein, Brooks, Friedan, Mailer (Henry Holt, 2025), a vibrant portrait of four extraordinary Americans whose Jewish identities helped shape the modern United States. Though they worked in vastly different fields, Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer shared a remarkable historical moment. Coming of age after World War II, they entered an America where Jewish opportunity was expanding and antisemitism was beginning to recede. Their Jewish heritage, energized by the freedoms of American life, fueled bold, unconventional careers that reshaped music, comedy, literature, feminism, and public debate. Denby paints these figures in all their complexity: ambitious, difficult, generous, provocative, and endlessly creative. Rather than offering simple hero worship, he explores how their outsized personalities and relentless drive allowed them to challenge old assumptions about art, politics, gender, humor, and what it meant to be both fully Jewish and fully American. Together, Denby and Katz explore why this particular generation produced so many cultural revolutionaries, how Jewish identity informed their work without defining it, and what their legacies reveal about the changing place of Jews in postwar America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

What made a generation of Jewish artists and intellectuals transform American culture? In this episode, Rabbi Marc Katz sits down with acclaimed cultural critic David Denby to discuss his book Eminent Jews: Bernstein, Brooks, Friedan, Mailer (Henry Holt, 2025), a vibrant portrait of four extraordinary Americans whose Jewish identities helped shape the modern United States. Though they worked in vastly different fields, Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer shared a remarkable historical moment. Coming of age after World War II, they entered an America where Jewish opportunity was expanding and antisemitism was beginning to recede. Their Jewish heritage, energized by the freedoms of American life, fueled bold, unconventional careers that reshaped music, comedy, literature, feminism, and public debate. Denby paints these figures in all their complexity: ambitious, difficult, generous, provocative, and endlessly creative. Rather than offering simple hero worship, he explores how their outsized personalities and relentless drive allowed them to challenge old assumptions about art, politics, gender, humor, and what it meant to be both fully Jewish and fully American. Together, Denby and Katz explore why this particular generation produced so many cultural revolutionaries, how Jewish identity informed their work without defining it, and what their legacies reveal about the changing place of Jews in postwar America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

What made a generation of Jewish artists and intellectuals transform American culture? In this episode, Rabbi Marc Katz sits down with acclaimed cultural critic David Denby to discuss his book Eminent Jews: Bernstein, Brooks, Friedan, Mailer (Henry Holt, 2025), a vibrant portrait of four extraordinary Americans whose Jewish identities helped shape the modern United States. Though they worked in vastly different fields, Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer shared a remarkable historical moment. Coming of age after World War II, they entered an America where Jewish opportunity was expanding and antisemitism was beginning to recede. Their Jewish heritage, energized by the freedoms of American life, fueled bold, unconventional careers that reshaped music, comedy, literature, feminism, and public debate. Denby paints these figures in all their complexity: ambitious, difficult, generous, provocative, and endlessly creative. Rather than offering simple hero worship, he explores how their outsized personalities and relentless drive allowed them to challenge old assumptions about art, politics, gender, humor, and what it meant to be both fully Jewish and fully American. Together, Denby and Katz explore why this particular generation produced so many cultural revolutionaries, how Jewish identity informed their work without defining it, and what their legacies reveal about the changing place of Jews in postwar America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

What made a generation of Jewish artists and intellectuals transform American culture? In this episode, Rabbi Marc Katz sits down with acclaimed cultural critic David Denby to discuss his book Eminent Jews: Bernstein, Brooks, Friedan, Mailer (Henry Holt, 2025), a vibrant portrait of four extraordinary Americans whose Jewish identities helped shape the modern United States. Though they worked in vastly different fields, Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer shared a remarkable historical moment. Coming of age after World War II, they entered an America where Jewish opportunity was expanding and antisemitism was beginning to recede. Their Jewish heritage, energized by the freedoms of American life, fueled bold, unconventional careers that reshaped music, comedy, literature, feminism, and public debate. Denby paints these figures in all their complexity: ambitious, difficult, generous, provocative, and endlessly creative. Rather than offering simple hero worship, he explores how their outsized personalities and relentless drive allowed them to challenge old assumptions about art, politics, gender, humor, and what it meant to be both fully Jewish and fully American. Together, Denby and Katz explore why this particular generation produced so many cultural revolutionaries, how Jewish identity informed their work without defining it, and what their legacies reveal about the changing place of Jews in postwar America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

We bypassed the usual Poll for Movie of the Month, The Genre for July was to be a Comedy Film, and Mel Brooks just happened to be turning 100 last week, so the choice was obvious. We are having a "Brooksapalooza" on this Episode. We celebrate, critique, rank and discuss the 11 feature films directed by the comedy genius who is still with us and working. James Wilson returns to the show after a long sabbatical, Howard Casner once again shows his iconoclastic credentials, The Vern tries to keep up with all of the films and Aaron Neuwirth champions "Spaceballs" and "Silent Movie" like no ones business. We do a ranking to cap off the show and you will want to chime in with your rankings as well because after the first couple of films, there is little consistency. Vould you like to have a roll in ze hay? Come join the guests this week as we do exactly that.

In honor of Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, enjoy this classic Carnival Personnel Sideshow #38 from July 26, 2018! Jacques and Joe talk about their favorite Mel Brooks movies and TV shows! Your Show of Shows! Get Smart! The Producers! Blazing Saddles! Young Frankenstein! Spaceballs! Robin Hood: Men in Tights! Don't be stupid, be a smarty, listen to this podcast party! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carnivalpodcast/

MAKE A NOISE: THE PRODUCERS (1967) Mel Brooks' directorial debut launched one of comedy's greatest careers by asking an impossible question: could Adolf Hitler be funny? Eric Samaniego is joined by One of Us contributor and The Movie Buff critic Nathan Flynn to discuss The Producers. Listen as they discuss the unforgettable performances of Zero […]

Gen X Jace and I took a break. In this show we talked about the great Mel Brooks, Batman and more. Let's go.

Gen X Jace and I took a break. In this show we talked about the great Mel Brooks, Batman and more. Let's go.

Little Sister joins us this week as we talk about 1776, Bad Jokes, Outlander, Game of Thrones, Parade of Horribles, Crowns of Nyaxia, Romantacy, Mel Brooks, Minions, Animaniacs, The Man Who Died Seven Times, The Music Man, Hoppers, LitRPG, Darling of Fate, Iced Tea, Death Has Joined the Party, PlayStation Physical Media, Vegas, Project Phoenix on Kickstarter, and the Xbox layoffs. So get out your pen and call your mom, it's time for a GeekShock!

Live July 6, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 116)NATO-Ukraine, Turkey; Weapons; FIFA; Losers; Gov Equity; Immigration; Achievement | Yaron Brook ShowIs the West preparing to defend freedom—or surrendering it piece by piece?This episode tackles the biggest geopolitical, economic, and cultural battles shaping the future: NATO's military strategy, Ukraine's survival, Turkey's growing influence, America's weapons production, Trump's expanding political controversies, government ownership of AI, immigration myths, and why achievement—not victimhood—is the foundation of civilization.Yaron Brook examines whether Western governments still understand what it takes to win wars, build prosperity, and defend freedom. From NATO's dependence on American weapons to FIFA's political theatrics, from government equity stakes in artificial intelligence to the economics of immigration, this conversation connects today's headlines to the deeper philosophical ideas driving them.The show also explores technological innovation, geothermal energy, Peterson Academy's expanding educational mission, and provides an update on Yaron's new documentary projects.The live Q&A covers everything from Trump's AI proposals and race relations to China's influence, Harvard, Spain under Franco, the future of immigration policy, the cult of MAGA, and even a lighter discussion of soccer, Mel Brooks, and Blazing Saddles.Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation.Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/LleEn2jILBoMain Topics00:00 Introduction00:24 Soccer highlights and opening thoughts02:03 World Cup favorites and international football04:12 Political developments in Maine06:50 NATO summit and defending Ukraine10:03 Russia's attacks and the economic costs of war14:04 Crimea and the long-term consequences of the invasion17:15 Turkey, F-35s, and NATO strategy24:22 America's military role in Europe27:37 Weapons production and the defense supply chain32:33 Why speed and innovation matter in modern warfare36:40 FIFA controversy and Trump46:29 Trump, corruption allegations, and crypto51:15 Government ownership of AI companies57:50 Immigration, housing, and media narratives1:04:07 Immigration, wages, jobs, and the welfare state1:07:14 Housing myths and America's immigration history1:10:10 The promise of geothermal energy1:12:29 New documentary fundraising update1:23:30 Peterson Academy coursesLive Audience Questions1:26:29 Trump's proposed AI stake—government protection racket?1:30:23 Is America becoming dramatically more racist?1:32:21 Are hateful words replacing even worse historical evils?1:34:05 Real Madrid's future under Mourinho?1:34:18 Pep Guardiola and Gaza politics1:35:03 Is political correctness destroying Britain?1:35:49 Trump's July 4 appearance—health concerns?1:39:33 Steven Pinker's OCON session1:40:13 Why didn't Franco's Spain fight alongside Hitler?1:40:57 Do successful entrepreneurs need Ayn Rand?1:41:22 Trump, Vance, and "the end of America"1:43:25 Poland-Ukraine historical tensions1:43:28 Why don't China and Russia court Trump like Gulf states?1:44:11 Did Trump support Israeli strikes on Qatar?1:44:27 What would Harvard look like under Objectivists?1:44:53 Would Yaron debate Dave Rubin on Trump?1:45:01 Does MAGA resemble Mao's personality cult?1:45:26 Immigration from hostile regimes—what limits?1:46:55 Mel Brooks at 100 and ending on a lighter noteIf you enjoyed the discussion, subscribe, like the video, and share it with someone interested in politics, economics, philosophy, and current events.#Capitalism #Objectivism #Politics #Trump #Socialism #DSA #SupremeCourt #Iran #Economics  #NATO #Ukraine #ArtificialIntelligence #Immigration #WorldPoliticsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by[The Ayn Rand Institute](https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)[Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein](https://alexepstein.substack.com/)[Express VPN](https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)[Hendershott Wealth Management](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) &(https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/)[Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @yaronbrook )Like what you hear? 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Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone and kicks things off by talking about Zohran Mamdani's tip to keep your AC at 78 degrees. Apparently, that's the magic number during this wild tri-state heat wave. Ken also got into the idea of using AI-powered plants to help out the energy grid, breaking down the pros and cons in plain English. And with so many nuclear and energy plants shutting down, he pointed out it's no surprise our energy bills keep climbing. Ken interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately. Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. The tri-state area faced scorching temps over 102 degrees. His advice? Find some great air conditioning, whether it's a movie theater or the supermarket, and take it easy! Ken also took a closer look at New Jersey's budget, compared it to NYC's, and even brought Florida into the conversation. Even though Florida has a much bigger population, their budget is managed very differently. Ken broke down how socialism factors into these financial decisions. Ken interviews David Bobb, President and CEO of the Bill of Rights Institute. They talked about why the Declaration of Independence was written, who made it happen, and how it sparked a bunch of new ideas for the United States after winning independence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone and kicks things off by talking about Zohran Mamdani's tip to keep your AC at 78 degrees. Apparently, that's the magic number during this wild tri-state heat wave. Ken also got into the idea of using AI-powered plants to help out the energy grid, breaking down the pros and cons in plain English. And with so many nuclear and energy plants shutting down, he pointed out it's no surprise our energy bills keep climbing. Ken interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately. Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. The tri-state area faced scorching temps over 102 degrees. His advice? Find some great air conditioning, whether it's a movie theater or the supermarket, and take it easy! Ken also took a closer look at New Jersey's budget, compared it to NYC's, and even brought Florida into the conversation. Even though Florida has a much bigger population, their budget is managed very differently. Ken broke down how socialism factors into these financial decisions. Ken interviews David Bobb, President and CEO of the Bill of Rights Institute. They talked about why the Declaration of Independence was written, who made it happen, and how it sparked a bunch of new ideas for the United States after winning independence.

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone and kicks things off by talking about Zohran Mamdani's tip to keep your AC at 78 degrees. Apparently, that's the magic number during this wild tri-state heat wave. Ken also got into the idea of using AI-powered plants to help out the energy grid, breaking down the pros and cons in plain English. And with so many nuclear and energy plants shutting down, he pointed out it's no surprise our energy bills keep climbing. Ken takes your calls! Ken interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately.

The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately.

The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone and kicks things off by talking about Zohran Mamdani's tip to keep your AC at 78 degrees. Apparently, that's the magic number during this wild tri-state heat wave. Ken also got into the idea of using AI-powered plants to help out the energy grid, breaking down the pros and cons in plain English. And with so many nuclear and energy plants shutting down, he pointed out it's no surprise our energy bills keep climbing. Ken takes your calls! Ken interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. The burning question: Did Taylor Swift already tie the knot, or is the wedding happening tonight? Either way, she and Travis are making headlines with their massive donations. Roger also gave us a fun update on Mel Brooks, how he's doing, and what movies he's been working on lately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GLoP crew celebrates America's 250th birthday the only way they know how: by trying to name five movies that explain the country and somehow ending up in a ditch full of Fire Birds, Paper Moon, The Best Years of Our Lives, the mayor from Jaws, Mel Brooks at 100, Gila monsters, late-stage capitalism, early-stage diarrhea, and the eternal question of whether this is still technically a pop-culture podcast. It's patriotic, digressive, occasionally disgusting, and probably more grateful for Western civilization than Western civilization deserves.

Blake Lively not invited to Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's wedding, no more cops in the Village People, Farrah Abraham's gross butt, Ariana Grande hates her fans, and Jim's Picks: 4th of July Songs. Happy Independence Day! Check out Drew on Think Beautiful. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds not going to Taylor Swift's wedding is the snub of all snubs. Some people are saying Blake & Ryan are on the outs. Mel Brooks finally turned 100. The Village People are now without a cop. RIP Victor Willis. Donald Trump beats the trans. RIP to 97.1's Kenny Kott. Nepo brat Luke Russert is headed back to TV. Brand new Bonerline. Pam Anderson is in San Tropez. People LOVE that she's not trying to be hot like Madonna. Dr Disgusto strikes in Berkley. Jessica Simpson was on a flight with Nick Lachey recently. There was something fishy going on. Some people are saying Nick is a s*** stirrer. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is catching crap for not taking a side when it comes to politics. Farrah Abraham's butt looks disgusting now. Drew is so into Sloan Hooks lately. Something weird is going on at Ariana Grande shows. Sloan also gives his take on Britney Spears. Elsie Hewitt isn't with Pete Davidson anymore. And now she thinks people want to hear what she says. Jim's Picks: Top 10 Songs To Play On 4th of July. Click for your chance to win Drew's Champions Club tickets! Merch, yo. Check it. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

There are normal radio shows... and then there's whatever happened today.This daily comedy episode kicks off with a passionate (and surprisingly heated) debate over the greatest American bands of all time. Aerosmith? Metallica? The Beach Boys? Pearl Jam? Eagles? Somebody is wrong, somebody gets roasted, and nobody leaves happy.Then Kenny Chesney somehow steals the spotlight before he even performs. Between Shirt Nation jokes, concert cancellations, and rumors surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's possible wedding, the crew has plenty to say—and almost none of it is nice.Kate Beckinsale reminds everyone that grief doesn't always look the same after revealing that coping with personal tragedy involved prank calls and mooning people from a hotel window. Naturally, the gang spends far too long discussing whether society unfairly abandoned the fine art of mooning sometime after Y2K.Speaking of questionable history... conspiracy theorists are convinced someone attended Elvis Presley's final concert with an iPhone decades before smartphones existed. Is it proof of time travel? An old camera? A vape? The Rizz Show investigates with the scientific rigor you'd expect from people arguing about Don Henley's FBI search history five minutes earlier.The celebrity gossip keeps rolling with Noah Kahan begging concertgoers to stop leaving surprises on venue floors, Alan Jackson's emotional farewell concert, Bill Maher's Mark Twain Prize, Mel Brooks turning 100, and a surprisingly heartfelt conversation about legendary supergroups that disappeared way too soon.Somewhere in the middle, Riz announces a concert he'll absolutely attend, the crew argues over Taylor Swift's rumored wedding location, Kenny Chesney gets called out for canceling shows, and everyone discovers there are apparently multiple ways to accidentally become internet-famous.It's another chaotic ride packed with celebrity news, weird news, music debates, conspiracy theories, sarcastic humor, and the completely unnecessary confidence that only The Rizzuto Show can deliver.If you enjoy ridiculous conversations that somehow bounce from classic rock to celebrity gossip to time-traveling Elvis without ever touching the brakes, congratulations—you've found your people.This daily comedy episode delivers everything you'd expect from The Rizzuto Show: laughs, debates, pop culture commentary, questionable life advice, and absolutely zero guarantees that any topic will stay on track for more than two minutes.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mel Brooks made it to 100! Sarah is gushing a bit over House of the Dragon. ‘Supergirl' did not wow at the box office with ‘Toy Story 5' holding onto the #1 spot. Fireworks are coming to the Golden Gate Bridge on July 4th. Tattoos are kind of addicting. Do you have neighborhood envy in the Bay Area? The World Cup continues. The United States plays Bosnia and Herzegovina AT LEVI'S STADIUM this Wednesday.

Hour 1: Mel Brooks made it to 100! Sarah is gushing a bit over House of the Dragon. ‘Supergirl' did not wow at the box office with ‘Toy Story 5' holding onto the #1 spot. Fireworks are coming to the Golden Gate Bridge on July 4th. Tattoos are kind of addicting. Do you have neighborhood envy in the Bay Area? The World Cup continues. The United States plays Bosnia and Herzegovina AT LEVI'S STADIUM this Wednesday. Hour 2: The rumors around who will be performing at Taylor Swift's wedding are starting to swirl. Will Tim McGraw be performing? Is Blake Lively invited? Industry experts are estimating a $20 Million price tag on the wedding. Can Travis Kelce afford half of that bill? The betting markets are popping off. The Snap CEO has erased the medical debt of 260K people. Here's what people are googling about the World Cup. Hour 3: More details are coming out about Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater's break-up. She's reportedly been hanging out with her ex, Ricky Alvarez. Courtney Cox and the guy from Snow Patrol broke up. “Humans behave better when they're being watched.” 1984 feels way too possible these days. Vinnie's got a list of the ugliest cars ever made. Hour 4: How did Alan Jackson's final performance become about Taylor Swift? Sarah has SHOCKING opinions about Clive Davis' death. Clickbait about Harry Styles “choking” on stage and Shania Twain's wardrobe “malfunction.” Prepare yourself for Independence Day in San Francisco! The 4 Second Rule proves how impatient we are. Cinnamon Bun Oreos are back! Plus, Hooters news and When Did That Happen?

THE BOB & TOM SHOW – MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 0:00 Heywood Banks – Summertime0:03 Pat arm update0:05 Vanity license plates revisited0:07 Letter about Browning camera joke0:11 Tom tells his Browning joke in public 0:20 Kristi's groomer discussion0:24 Pat's T-shirt0:25 Letter – garage door opener0:26 Tom wants a password-free life0:27 Standing monk discussion – "Friar in the Hole"0:32 Toy Story 5 discussion 0:45 Themed popcorn buckets – Spider-Man0:46 "Jack Buddy" discussion0:49 Tom's worst movie ever0:50 World record for most women riding motorcycles0:51 Manual transmission discussion0:52 "Living the Dream" story about home burglaries 1:02 Jess Hooker joins the studio1:04 Jess's birthday1:05 Keytar discussion1:07 Obscure band names1:09 "Belle of Lagotee"1:11 More Mr. Ed discussion1:21 Happy Birthday, Marilyn Monroe1:22 Taylor Swift wedding discussion1:25 Leonid & Friends1:27 World Cup news1:31 Sophie "Point" fever meme1:33 Cat with the most toes world record1:35 Pat Godwin parody song1:38 Giraffe walks into a ceiling fan store joke1:45 Pat continues recovering1:49 Noah Kahan song discussion1:50 Noah Kahan concert story1:51 Pat Godwin concert parody1:53 Song parody – I Shot the Sheriff1:54 Noah Kahan sign repeatedly stolen 2:02 Lakeshore Drive2:04 "157 Riverside Avenue"2:08 Elizabeth Hurley discussion2:09 Blue Jay Way2:10 Billy Ray discussion2:23 Mel Brooks turns 1002:25 Missing giraffe found2:27 Dogs and fireworks2:32 Vespa gathering in Rome 2:45 "Stand-Up Guitar" discussion2:47 Today in History2:53 Weather presenters discussion 3:02 Kristi jokes about needing a break3:05 Famous sushi chef dies3:07 Cinnabon Oreos return3:08 Subway sandwich assault story3:10 Restaurant accused of failing to replace cooking oil 3:21 Back to Noah Kahan3:23 Back to street-name songs3:24 Love Street – The Doors3:25 Story about crowdfunding for cosmetic surgery3:27 Comedy bit3:31 John Wayne Bobbitt discussion3:32 Baby Come Back – The Equals3:33 Yes-or-no answers with Tom3:34 Bob K bird calls3:45 Revisit of the Sophie meme3:46 3,000-year-old mummy head auctioned3:50 Teen breaks tusk at museum3:51 Chick's "fake eggshell" story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor Cary Elwes joins Andy Richter to discuss the surprising parallels between "The Princess Bride" and "Elf," their Marlon Brando stories, reuniting with Mel Brooks for the upcoming "Very Young Frankenstein" TV series, his new Peacock show, "M.I.A.," and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy and his comedian friends live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.