Carol Leifer on Jewish Identity, Comedy, and Living Authentically
Award-winning comedian and writer Carol Leifer joins Search for Meaning with Rabbi Yoshi for a candid and hilarious conversation about life, legacy, and laughter. From her groundbreaking work on Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, Ellen, and Curb Your Enthusiasm to her experiences as a stand-up comic, Leifer shares how her Jewish identity, family roots (including a father who was the household “tumler”), and personal journey as a gay woman in Hollywood have shaped her career and her voice.
Carol also discusses her brand-new book, How to Write a Funny Speech for a Wedding, Bar Mitzvah, Graduation & Every Other Event You Didn’t Want to Go to in the First Place—a laugh-out-loud guide for anyone who’s ever been asked to speak in public and wished they hadn’t.
With warmth and wit, she reflects on navigating show business, staying true to herself, and finding meaning through humor.
🎧 Listen now for an inspiring look at authenticity, resilience, and the power of comedy to connect us all.
📺 Watch “The Marble Rye” episode of Seinfeld: https://youtu.be/B0lprUNrjkU?si=Hx5OPTPU6Fugk31q
📺 Watch “The Ugly Section” episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm: https://youtu.be/YDl3q_24eBE?si=v9zVL7lZUhujiDy1
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