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Amy Schumer and Noa Tishby Light Candles for the Eighth Night of Hanukkah

On the eighth night of Hanukkah, Amy Schumer joins Noa Tishby to light the final candle, share childhood memories, speak candidly about Jewish pride after October 7th, and explore why comedy runs so deep in Jewish culture.

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Amy Schumer and Noa Tishby Light Candles for the Eighth Night of Hanukkah

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In this heartfelt Hanukkah episode, Noa Tishby welcomes Amy Schumer to light the candles on the eighth and final night of the holiday. Amy reminisces about her childhood celebrations, growing up going to a Reform temple, and the bittersweet memories of family finances affecting holiday gifts.

The conversation turns personal as Amy opens up about speaking out after October 7th, feeling like a minority among public figures who chose to voice support for Israel, and finding clarity about who her true friends are. She and Noa discuss how every candle lit feels like a small victory and an act of Jewish pride in the face of antisemitism.

The two also dive into the deep roots of Jewish humor, from the Borscht Belt comedy scene in the Catskills to how comedy has historically helped Jewish families survive trauma and oppression. Amy shares how making her family laugh as a child helped her become the comedian she is today.

The episode closes with Amy and Noa lighting the final Hanukkah candle together and reciting the blessing, capping off a mix of humor, reflection, and resilience.

Key takeaways

  • Amy Schumer shares her childhood memories of celebrating Hanukkah, including the ups and downs tied to her family's finances.
  • She discusses the personal and professional impact of speaking out after October 7th, feeling isolated as one of few vocal public figures.
  • Both women agree that Jewish pride is a powerful way to fight antisemitism.
  • Amy traces her family's comedic roots back to the Borscht Belt comedy scene in the Catskills, tied to her Ukrainian Jewish heritage.
  • Comedy is discussed as a historic coping mechanism for Jewish communities, helping them survive hardship and oppression.
  • The episode ends with Amy and Noa lighting the eighth Hanukkah candle together and reciting the blessing.

Highlights

  • 0:11 — Amy Schumer joins to light the final Hanukkah candle
  • 0:58 — Amy recalls childhood Hanukkah memories and family finances
  • 1:49 — Amy discusses speaking out after October 7th
  • 2:20 — "Every time we light the candles, I feel like we've won"
  • 2:41 — Exploring the roots of Jewish humor and the Borscht Belt
  • 3:24 — How comedy helps overcome trauma and oppression
  • 4:11 — Lighting the final candle and reciting the blessing together
00:00:00 Hanukkah traditions
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