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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm

Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm

Mel Powell

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The mythical village of Chelm is where, in the mid- to late-1800s, the Wise Fools lived. Where everyone was a fool, no one was aware of being foolish. These are their stories--unlike other stories in the Chelm genre, very short-form tales as read aloud in synagogue over many years. (But you don't have to be Jewish! All are welcome.)
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Welcome to the mythical village of Chelm, well known in Jewish Humor history. Chelm is where the Wise Fools live, and these are their stories, taken from the book "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - There’s No Business Like Chelm Business

There’s No Business Like Chelm Business

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06/11/23 • 2 min

Even in the village of Wise Fools, a fundraiser simply cannot afford to lose money...even when math is hard.

[A little help: goyim are non-Jews, and challah is traditional bread.]

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - Tink Before You Talk

Tink Before You Talk

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04/02/23 • 2 min

The United States Armed Forces need help, and they turn to a modern descendant of the Wise Fools of Chelm in this Passover holiday parable.

Featuring Tony and Emmy winner Hal Linden, and with great thanks to Nancy Sullivan.

(If you don't believe in the solution to the problem...try it for yourself.)

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - It's A Jungle Out There

It's A Jungle Out There

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10/23/22 • 2 min

A recession had hit Chelm, the tiny village where the Wise Fools lived. How was Boris the Balagoola going to find a job?

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - The New Vink

The New Vink

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02/05/23 • 2 min

Some people have hearts of gold. Other people...not so much.

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - I'm All Ears

I'm All Ears

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03/19/23 • 3 min

Hearing and listening are not the same thing.

(A mensch is a good person; it is a high compliment to call someone a mensch.)

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - Poetic Justice

Poetic Justice

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04/21/24 • 3 min

Property values...in and around the tiny village of Wise Fools. An amusing--but this time somewhat poignant--story. [This episode was scheduled many months ago for this date. Our real world is a tougher place these days but the timing of this story is not intentional.]

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - I Do

I Do

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12/24/23 • 3 min

Marry well. Or...not. Or not, but still well.

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - When Chelm Freezes Over

When Chelm Freezes Over

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06/25/23 • 4 min

Did you know that the Wise Fools invented the sport of ice hockey, right there in Chelm? Now you know! Well, you will after you hear this tale.

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

Go Kings Go.

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - Picky, Picky, Picky

Picky, Picky, Picky

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06/18/23 • 2 min

Tony and Emmy winner Hal Linden is back, to visit the finest restaurant in Chelm.

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm - Why Is This Salesman Different From All Other Salesman
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03/10/24 • 4 min

A Wise Fool knows how to find the best salesperson...for a pitch to the Pope.

From "Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm," available on Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle. https://amzn.to/3VpWj7y

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How many episodes does Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm have?

Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm currently has 110 episodes available.

What topics does Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Comedy Fiction, Comedy and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm?

The episode title 'The New Vink' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm?

The average episode length on Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm is 3 minutes.

How often are episodes of Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm released?

Episodes of Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm?

The first episode of Tales of The Wise Fools of Chelm was released on Oct 10, 2022.

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