Why Josh Gondelman Is a Rising Star in Stand-Up Comedy
Josh Gondelman, a writer for “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver” talks about his Jewish background and his new album “Physical Whisper.”
How 'The Birdcage' Married Jewish and Gay Civil Rights
Mike Nichols’ and Elaine May’s 1996 “The Birdcage” represents a landmark for Jewish and gay civil rights. Elyssa Goodman celebrates the film’s 20th anniversary and what it means to her.
The Art of Laurie Simmons Directly Challenges the Viewer
The art of Laurie Simmons, on view at the Jewish Museum in New York, challenges the viewer. It also takes direct aim at our ideals of beauty.
Behind Scenes at Fashion Week With Yigal Azrouël
Fashion Week is a hurricane that sweeps through the industry. But what lies behind the glitz and glam of the runway? Elyssa Goodman went backstage…
PHOTOS: Capturing a 1970s Borscht Belt Singles' Weekend
Winter may be upon us, but things are heating up in these pictures of a 1970s singles’ weekend in the Catskills. Elyssa Goodman chats with the photographer — her mother.
7 Things To Know About Helena Rubinstein
The Jewish queen of beauty, Helena Rubinstein, had many secrets. The biggest one is that she wanted to change the world.
Looking for Kabbalah at a Rangers Game
A midlife crisis led filmmaker Steven Bram to search for spirituality at a Rangers game. The result is ‘Kabbalah Me,’ a documentary about Bram’s religious journey.
Barbra Streisand, ‘Funny Girl’ and Me
What do Jewish women love about Barbra Streisand in ‘Funny Girl’? Local girl endures tragedy to come out on top. It feels even better because she’s one of us.
All About 5 Jewish Drag Queens
There is no shortage of Jewish contributions to the arts, even in the world of drag. Here’s a five spot of queens who prefer kosher lipstick
Meet Jinkx Monsoon, the Narcoleptic Jewish Drag Queen
Jerick Hoffer found out that he has Jewish heritage when he was 18. When he created his drag queen character, Jinkx Monsoon, he was inspired to give her a Jewish identity.