Judy Goes Solo

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Judy Gold erupts over the death of American hostage Omer Nutra and the lack of public outrage.

Judy Gold opens the episode by discussing her upcoming comedy shows, including events at Gotham Comedy Club and a women authors comedy night. She mentions her involvement with A Wider Bridge, an LGBTQ+ Zionist organization. Judy rants about the stress of Cyber Monday shopping, detailing purchases like mascara, socks, and underwear, and her deliberation over buying an expensive carry-on bag. She recounts a weekend trip to Easton, Pennsylvania, for her son Ben's basketball tournament, describing the Townley hotel, an Albanian restaurant, and Billy's Downtown Diner. A bartender at the Townley recognizes Judy, leading to a humorous exchange with her partner Elisa. Judy criticizes Pennsylvania and New Jersey drivers. She shifts to political topics, commenting on Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Joe Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden, comparing it to Trump's pardons. Judy expresses frustration with the Supreme Court and potential threats to gay marriage. The episode reaches an emotional peak as she discusses the death of American hostage Omer Nutra, held by Hamas, and condemns anti-Semitism, protests, and political figures like Rashida Tlaib and AOC. She argues for Israel's right to exist and criticizes those she perceives as ignorant or hateful. Judy ends on a lighter note, praising concert hair clips from Delaney Rosenthal and encouraging listeners to subscribe and leave reviews. The episode is produced by Laura Vogel, edited by Colin Schmeling, and marketed by Haley Durcher.

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Judy Gold turns booking anxiety, coffee-infused vodka, and a loaded breakfast tortilla into a candid, funny solo rant.

Judy Gold turns a slowing schedule into fuel for a solo rant, moving from a possible Friday booking change to the indignity of closing a Gotham Comedy Club women authors comedy night at 9:35.

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When career nerves need company, let a diner tortilla be the destination.

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