Reflections on Israel: Comedy, Culture, and Conflict

In this chapter, the speaker recounts their experience traveling to Israel at the invitation of a fellow comedian, initially hesitant to perform yet agreeing to promote the country through social media. They reflect on the repercussions of their early tweets that sparked backlash, and share personal anecdotes about the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The chapter also examines the broader implications of major contemporary events, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the societal divides that emerge from political discourse.