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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 36 MIN

Sarah Berman: The 100-Year-Old Convert and Wife of Legendary Comedian Shelley Berman

from Choosing To Be Chosen · host Choosing To Be Chosen

Sarah Berman was born in 1926 and just turned 100. Growing up in Chicago, she went to Catholic school and church, but she kept asking questions that could not be answered. She discovered Judaism in high school, and ended up converting to Judaism before marrying her husband, legendary comedian Shelley Berman. She shares her touching story and fascinating moments from her life, from being with her soulmate Shelley -- who won the first Grammy for a comedy album -- to her friendship with RFK and devestation when he was assassinated, as well as her outlook on the world today. 

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