A Hasidic Female Comedian | Frieda Vizel speaks with Leah Forster

[@kaynewling3455]

WOW ... fabulous to be introduced to Leah, she is to clever and thoughtful. Leah and Frieda are two delightful and admirable women. Best wishes

[@susanjaneleitner7670]

Thank you for introducing me to Leah! She is delightful! ❤️❤️

[@gb2850]

Most frum people laugh along with Leah Forster because she gets the nuances. Contrary to what everyone thinks the frum community is quite aware of our own issues and if you read our publications you can see the discussions that surround it.

[@jungjeru3348]

Im curious about what "frum" means?

[@watermelondreasymone7144]

@@jungjeru3348frum just means pious or religious

[@jungjeru3348]

@@watermelondreasymone7144 oh okay that makes sense. Thanks for enlightening me 🙏

[@libafried5840]

No, we don't laugh anymore at her jokes. It's sad what happened to her and we don't find her funny anymore, just pathetic.

[@joyfairclough4686]

@@libafried5840why pathetic?

[@bluebee5266]

Leah, you should remember that although you may have been officially "blotted out", you undoubtedly are living on in the memories of many in your old community and continuing to inspire and uplift.

[@phyllishershkowitz3806]

Thanks so much for this Frieda. She is delightful.

[@lyndaalterio1027]

Leah you are absolutely terrific! I am so very happy that Frieda brought you on to her show. Bless you both!!! 💖💖💖💖💖

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

She is a hilarious woman. I wish I could upload some of her old clips from the dvds I see sold online to show them to you all.

[@Michelle-w4l2n]

Frieda, I enjoyed your interview with Leah so much. I haven’t laughed so heartily in a long while. Thank you.

[@katecoletti4662]

I love your interviews, Frieda. Please keep them coming.

[@charlenehind8394]

Brilliant conversation Frieda. Leah is so funny. Definitely brought some joy in a sad time. ❤

[@eugenialesiuk1189]

I saw a video on instagram .I appreciate this interview .I had no idea that hassidic community had female comedians.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you for watching! There is a whole hidden art world for Hasidic women but it's very hidden.

[@jimdeane3667]

Absolutely loved listening to both of your comments. Two smart, funny Jewish women. It's truly a delight. For Leah regarding how she described her brand as "relatable comedy" and what that means... Leah, there is an expression found in the Torah generally and in Chassidus more specifically and especially in Chabad Chassidus quoting the Alter Rebbe, the first Lubavitcher Rebbe from the Tanya, "כל חד וחד לפום שיעורא דיליה כו׳". Meaning how everyone is capable of relating to and revealing G-d's absolute truth and kindness in the world...each and every individual, according to how G-d has created them in a custom-tailored fashion. Each individual is different and all are unique in what and how they perceive; and together with that all are essential to G-d's plan for Creation. Only blessings for good to you both, and please continue to serve G-d with joy and spread the light!

[@libafried5840]

Are you going to quote the Rebbe here in a situation where a frum Jew becagay? Your Rebbe would no doubt have much tsar from this.

[@brigitte9999]

Thanks Ladies! I admire you both for forging your own trails. 💖

[@BeeSmith]

I love to see the joy light up your face when Leah does her characters. I ❤ your channel as a Catholic in recovery raised in a pious home by a convert mom (sis is a Sister.) Plenty of parallels, especially with patriarchal aspects

[@articufixrubin3106]

Kudos Frieda- you keep getting better with each interview! Thank you for profiling the talented, sensitive, hilarious Leah. Thank you for bringing smiles and for shining your light during these dark times. Zei Gebentsht

[@joannbarnstein5998]

Love this❤ I really appreciate your humor and perspective🥰 we all need comedy during difficult times.

[@Silversoon78910]

What about the kids

[@loonshkij]

Endearing is the word... Leah's comedy seems to come from a place of affection for our very human quirks.

[@bonnieschechner9476]

In this time of such sadness it was such a delight to watch this podcast! Leah was funny just being Leah. So Much if your content is serious, although you always find the bright light in it ( which I love) I think this episode was delightful! Thank you for introducing me to Leah Forster.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you. I appreciate y our kind comment.

[@shaindystern1038]

I still remember when she came to Montreal she was amazing wishing everyone a wonderful shabbos

[@erbearthgarden3658]

This was an absolutely beautiful discussion! Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@brucewu3781]

Leah is hysterical and her characters are soooo familiar! Wonderful interview!

[@MaraSafra-h9r]

Leah is absolutely adorable. She’s funny and for her to be so artistic and creative she must be very intelligent. Truly enjoyed ur interview. Thank u!!

[@clairedavid5469]

Frieda, Thank You for beginning this Friday morning with Leah =•) Brilliant early Shabbes morning with two women who model joy; success with authenticity. A needed respite in our battled and mourningful world. Am Yisrael Chai.

[@jeanetteyorba198]

Thank you Thank you for bringing this young woman to us!!! Yea! For loving, living, life affirming laughter! Blessings!

[@martinelanglois3158]

Thank you for introducing Leah to those of us who didn't know her before. Very interesting and funny. 👏👏

[@DevorahC]

Leah has so much wisdom and what a journey!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

love Leah!

[@Armybrat173]

Wow,I love Leah .I never liked comedians or stand up comedy. Most of the jokes are either stupid, or I don't get the joke. Leah is very funny and I laughed. She has a new fan now.

[@jillclark6076]

Very interesting, as usual. Thank you for bringing us this interview.

[@JowG-cw5mb]

Such a special personality, from London over here and we absolutely love Leah, keep going ❤️ 💖 💗

[@kathrynbaker8215]

Frieda, I love all your videos and the insights they give to those of us who have no contact with the Orthodox communities.

[@sara35ish]

What a lovely interview. Thanks Frieda

[@reneecannady9843]

Just came across this. AWESOME. Would love to hear her on here's Modi as well. 😊

[@1BestCookie]

Wow wow wow. Leah Forster you are amazing, I grew up in Kiryas Yoel with your name known by every woman. It is so great seeing how you have evolved and changed and still imbracing your backround instead of running away from it.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Leah is an amazing person. Hello to my fellow Monroer!!

[@1BestCookie]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn the same compliment applies to you BTW. You have also evolved and changed but you don't shy away from your past. BTW I had a classmate with your name but we pronounced it way differently, I had to read your name to realize it is a familiar chasidish name.

[@lena-roseorlando219]

Enjoyed this interview. I wish you peace in her heart…and joy.

[@pamelacrowell2007]

I just love your channel!!! I also am grieving for the people of Israel

[@mimzers1]

Leah!! I support you I always have!!! Keep going!!!

[@melissapollom427]

Oh my, she was funny and interesting. I love her humor and personality. Thank you, Frieda, for introducing her to your audience. I truly enjoyed the interview.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you Melissa for watching this oldie. I love Leah, she’s a super talented person.

[@popcoloure]

Wishing leah much happiness and good things!!

[@NRGMOM1]

I just love both of you so much! Leah you are incredibly funny, don’t change a bit, and Freida you have a charming, sincere honesty that is endearingly lovely.

[@sarahbasse3211]

Thank you both for sharing so much of yourselves in this video. I’m on what you might call the “opposite” journey of becoming increasingly frum, from a progressive and secular background. Many of those “progressive” values are still sacred to me, and I see them as vital parts of living my own Jewish mission. Navigating so many competing interests and facing personal sacrifice for the privilege of living the life that feels right for you…those seem like common themes in our experiences. Sending so much love and admiration for the ways both of your stories embody the beauty of klal Yisrael and help so many of us to feel seen and understood. It takes all kinds, as they say, so let’s start focusing on our shared journeys and traditions and stop segregating ourselves by sect. Let’s make room for that abundance!!! (Taking that one with me too!!) Thank you Leah for the uplifting comedy so especially needed at this hard moment. Am Yisrael Chai ❤

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

We need more women doing comedy. Leah is a talented woman.

[@sandyk13599]

What a beautiful interview. All the best to Leah!

[@NinaKeilin]

Great interview. She's so funny. Your channel is great.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

she is mega talented and always makes me laugh

[@Charlotte66666]

Loved this ❤

[@lauralutz4538]

Yentatainment!😂😂😂

[@yeppiesheppie]

“Men are the barometer!? Leah…” had me ROLLING

[@maril1379]

Very interesting thumbs up. Watching now from Manhattan. I am Jewish (not Orthodox) and I would enjoy her comedy. Watching part she left wow. I am sorry she has had struggles. To those people who were unkind to her they are not following Torah guidelines to be kind. It really bothers me that some so called "religious" people are unkind. I have heard this talked about by Modern Orthodox rabbis to be kind.

[@skippykatz]

Love this podast ladies! Thanks for sharing your journey Leah!

[@elizabethandrus3848]

Very interesting interview with Leah. I loved when she spoke of her love of homemaking alongside of her professional career.

[@mo5ago1]

really enjoyed this. thanks

[@willclayton9909]

leah forster you should do a stand up comedy where you give relationship advice, you definitely have the experience!!

[@rachaelnead4629]

I totally agree with where both of you are coming from... turning your own life and pain into purpose without throwing the baby out with the bath water and being able to show where you came from with love and generosity. I was honored to hear from both of you.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Rachel, it always brings me so much joy to hear from you! ❤️❤️

[@chrissiewalker8980]

Amazing woman! I think humour is so valuable as an observation of society. Women offer a unique view of life. We are so often reluctant to be funny - it not ladylike- but it is sometimes a vehicle to address issues which might be difficult. Wish this lady lived next door to me. She could do my cleaning and I could bake Kugel. X

[@mollyfairchild8761]

OH,! Leah! I enjoyed this conversation and enjoy Frieda's vids SO much! Would you please define Hebrew, Yiddish words/expressions/jokes with which non Jewish people aren't familiar?

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Leah’s humor is super inside humor and I bet sometimes hard to translate!

[@susanschnall3127]

Leah you had an amazing mother she was what you call a real balabasta she is truly missed

[@arizonasgotheat]

Leah, the beauty of your comedy (from what I saw) is every woman across the board can relate to you. Personally, I think there were comedians in the exodus out of Egypt. I can mentally come up with some funny stuff and I am not Jewish. Christians have the same Old Testament. I am still not sure if Moses looked like Charlton Heston or not.

[@goyisherebbe]

My mother was Reform, a macher in organizations and wrote skits and shows just like this woman. She would hang out in the teachers' room at a school and absorb the gossip and relationships and do clever parodies of popular songs with the inside shtick that she picked up. She started out doing this as a volunteer in organizations she was active in, but everybody started calling her for groups, bar mitzvahs, people she didn't even know, so she had to charge even though she didn't need the money. Leah and Frieda, you would enjoy hanging out with my mom if she were alive. Love the shtick!

[@judithmagertmoskovits4268]

Thank you for keeping “parve”. Really enjoyed ❤

[@Dev_KG]

Such a huge fan of Leah's for years!

[@stephengriffin4612]

Is there still a Yiddish theatre in NYC? Would be an interesting video.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

There is some, but I think it's heyday is long gone. The Hasidic Yiddish theater is just at the start of its blossoming but it is a very different kind of theater.

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

I am glad that the legs on the model piano all remain vertical. Your fix of the squint one has remained effective.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

ha ha, I'm trying to make everyone happy!

[@missiris1234]

Thanks for introducing us to Leah!

[@esterherschkovich6499]

So good to watch with everything going in in Israel 😢😢and in the world against us,against humanity...We do need humour ❤

[@davidm587]

Did Leah do the balebooste and goyta Christina song ? V funny !

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Yes. It's very funny. She's a real character.

[@davidm587]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklynWow amazing ! I really enjoy your KZbin videos also . V professionally and respectfully made. Her comedy is so true , as I have taught in hundreds of Chasidishe homes in S Hill ( UK ) . V talented ladies ! TY for representing the frum kehilla positively .

[@gabyfields3235]

Aaaw--tell us about the small urn on your shelf---was it your doggie? I have the same cute urn for one of my kitties...

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Yes, it's Snoopy. I miss him so very much. I'm so glad I have my kitties!

[@gabyfields3235]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn Cats are wonderful too!

[@gabyfields3235]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn Oh, Frieda, in this connection, may I ask what role pets (if at all) play in the life of Hasidim? Especially the more orthodox ones?

[@gabesimmonds8421]

Like the title you gave this video.😂

[@marthakreimer6895]

Wonderful 😂

[@sharongullikson2121]

I agree about comedy not being politically correct, and a comedian not just insulting one group politically. I'm so sick of most comedians taking the left's stance and ripping on Conservatives. I have a great sense of humor, but they are mean and nasty, and so one sided it isn't even funny. It's hard to find a funny comedian anyway, and then one that doesn't rip on Conservatives is almost impossible to find. I'm also not into raunchy "humor". It's a cop out. Just be funny and leave the raunch out. Truly funny people don't need to go there. Leah is really funny, born funny and interesting, and I love to hear her speak seriously, and also be funny as characters. I had never heard of her until a week ago or so, when I was watching your videos. I'm thankful that you have done videos featuring her!

[@dutchman5673]

As a man. Why not give two thumbs up to women? Why not 👍👍

[@Computra]

Lmao the taxi driver talking to his family is sooooo true! I've experienced this all over the USA!

[@VioletACordy]

🔆🌈🌲🌲FRIEDA: Thank you for this excellent interview😊🌷🌷Frieda, PIERS MORGAN (English-born) had an utterly vital and important interview ~ “Enough of this’: Hamas co-founder’s son speaks out”💜Frieda, it’s a brilliant testimonial ‘ ‘ ‘ SHALOM to you, your beloved Family and EVERYONE whom you love and cherish ~ violet Ada c (Toronto ~ Australia) I EMJOY ALL YOUR SMART INTERVIEWS 🌲🌳🦚🌲🌲🌲🌲

[@ariebrons7976]

Dear M.S vizel, Thanks for the video, in a completely unrelated topic; Could someone please explain the following words: Morlocken and Morzkopfen and Kaltunes from the laws regarding the Mikvah. These are names for hairbraids, but what kind of braids "מאר לאקן ,מאהר צעף "? KSA 161 law 20

[@beans4853]

Loken means curls and tzep means braids. Dunno the third one. In mikveh context, its probably talking about how one needs to be careful to comb through if they have curly hair or wore braids.

[@ariebrons7976]

@@beans4853 Thanks.

[@molieb9480]

Kultenes is beard that is not well kept

[@ariebrons7976]

@@molieb9480 But then why does the law in question apply to women then?

[@beans4853]

@@ariebrons7976 it may be talking about the laws of mikveh for men. Check the context before and after

[@sarahspector5294]

‘Yentetaimment” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@tobylew8153]

❤❤❤

[@ohevisrael]

I spent my early years in the Tosh community in Montreal

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

You’re an inzerige!

[@Counterculturefamily]

Her adhd is off the charts

[@shainajoseph5040]

She looks just like Natasha Lyonne!

[@OhDeerOregonTrail]

😂 thanks

[@pm2886]

With respect, people don't disapprove of you because they themselves are lacking something. They disapprove because they believe that your "lifestyle" causes actual harm.

[@liseklerekoper2441]

Then don’t live that “lifestyle,” but stop trying to tell others how they should live or who they should be. For your information, being gay is not a “lifestyle choice.” Science has well-established that the overwhelming number of gay people were born that way. You can’t ask someone to change how God made them. Imagine if someone told you to stop being heterosexual. Sounds insane, right?

[@gothicyid]

Leah I'm curious how did you realize you were a lesbian in the community. Did you consider you would be bisexuality? I'm asking completely trying to understand and learn.

[@willclayton9909]

go put that on a protest sign🤣

[@FccFvf-ew6yi]

We're are, you too day

[@ChayaFriedman-cs6qs]

Reminds me of "Rabbi Greenspan"

[@willclayton9909]

it was from the weed

[@raphaeltobaly7654]

Ilikeyou

[@boathousejoed1126]

Do you want your two seats together?😂

[@DevorahC]

Oy, the micro aggressions.... Limiting. Can we laugh at ourselves ? It's healing Can we talk about stuff?

[@raphaeltobaly7654]

How are you

[@debrac1688]

Eiclers on the bottom shelf

[@jww128]

She's not Hasidic.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

She's not anymore. She was born in Williamsburg, grew up in Boro Park. She's a household name among Hasidic women, although she was always considered a bit more modern than us.

[@mooziet652]

She’s amazing and that’s what matters to me ❤

[@beans4853]

​@@FriedaVizelBrooklynI doubt the young ones know her anymore...

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

It's such a shame because her content is timeless - even if people avoid her newer stuff, the old stuff is still very clean.@@beans4853

[@beans4853]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn I don't think it's because she was boycotted. She's not producing new content for this audience and others are...

[@raphaeltobaly7654]

Comment cava

[@Silversoon78910]

You took off the sheitel but stop playing with your hair

[@yittyklein6261]

What was isn’t . Seems it never was

[@ruthfreedman]

Is it possible that you aren’t aware how incessantly your hands fly to your hair? It was unfortunately distracting. For proof, simply count the times. Leah: Frieda: It could improve your delivery A lot. Thank you.

[@zeldemalevitz4996]

אינטערעסאַנט און שײן. ײשר כח!