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Let’s Talk Kashrus

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The Kashrus Awareness Project is committed to bringing attention to various Kashrus issues, to make kashrus part of the conversation in our community, and to lay the groundwork for consumers to make informed decisions. Join a Let’s Talk Kashrus WhatsApp Group for educational content and kashrus updates. wa.me/message/HWKKNR7VBI77L1 Watch all our episodes on our website www.KashrusAwareness... more

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Is Your Sukkah Up To Code?

You may be comfortable eating at a restaurant under a reliable hashgachah, but what about eating in its sukkah? In this special Sukkos episode, Rabbi Yosef Fund of the KCL in Lakewood joins R' Yitzchok Hisiger to explore t... more

How did Shabbos mode come to be - and what problems was it actually designed to solve? Rabbi Shmuel Katz, Rabbinic Coordinator at the cRc, joins R’ Yitzy Hisiger for a fascinating look at the history, halachic challenges, and ingenious solutions behi... more

What does “Shabbos Mode” actually do—and what doesn’t it do? Rabbi Shmuel Katz, Rabbinic Coordinator at the cRC, joins R’ Yitzy Hisiger for an important discussion about the halachic realities, potential pitfalls, and different types of Shabbos modes... more

Why do some Pepsi products have a K, some a Kof-K, and some no hechsher at all? Can you drink them?

Rabbi Alexander Charlop, Rav Hamachshir for Pepsi, takes us behind the scenes to explain the surprising answers—including how Pepsi's secret formula ... more

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Rabbi Yosef Fund
Rabbinic authority and Rav in the KCL Lakewood area
KCL (Lakewood)
Episode: Mind The Gap, Please
Rabbi Shmuel Katz
Rabbinic Coordinator at the Chicago Rabbinical Council
Chicago Rabbinical Council
Episode: A Mode of its Own
Yitzy Shmuel Katz
Rabbinic Coordinator at the Chicago Rabbinical Council
Chicago Rabbinical Council
Episode: Shabbos Mode: Are You Sure?
Rabbi Alexander Charlop
Rav Hamach of Pepsi; Rav of Zichron Chaim in Cleveland
Kashrus supervision for Pepsi | Charlop family legacy
Episode: CAN You Rely On a K?
Rabbi Zvi Fishbane
Reuysh HaSheikhtim at the CRC of Chicago
CRC of Chicago
Episode: How Glatt Is Glatt?
Rabbi Sholem Yehuda Fishbane
Kashrus Administrator at the CRC of Chicago
CRC of Chicago
Episode: Smash Course
Dovi Goldstein
MD at Kosher SA (Kosher South Africa)
Kosher SA
Episode: Welcome To The Jungle
Rabbi Dovid Cohen
Administrative Rabbinical Coordinator at the Chicago Rabbinical Council
Chicago Rabbinical Council
Episode: Sous-vide Bath: A Kosher Path?
Rav Shmuel Fuerst
Dayan of Agudat Yisrael of Illinois
Agudat Yisrael of Illinois
Episode: L.T.K. Q&A: Shabbos Shailos

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • great show

    i learned a lot

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States9 months ago
  • Finally!

    Interesting and informative, this information is invaluable to our community, hopefully will make a difference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ymp021
    United States4 years ago
  • Very informative!

    A behind the scenes look at Kashrus concerns. Really taught me some interesting things!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cares about kosher
    United States4 years ago

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Clear, practical Kashrus guidance that audiences can apply immediately.
Useful for travelers and planners seeking reliable certification insights.
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The Mashgiach Who Didn't Miss A Beat
Q: So explain what the concern was, and explain what you do when you encounter such a thing.
The concern centers on a halacha that live music and wine together are problematic outside of a suda mitzvah, a rule many organizers aren't aware of. In response, the guest suggests identifying a siyum or kadish to fulfill the mitzvah requirement and, where possible, removing wine or avoiding live music altogether at events to stay within halachic guidelines.
Tales Of A Traveling Mashgiach
Q: Any final thoughts or advice you would offer to young people entering the field?
Seek guidance from experienced mentors, never assume you know everything, and always ask when unsure, as there is a serious responsibility to ensure Kashrus for millions of Jews.
Tales Of A Traveling Mashgiach
Q: From those four challenges you mentioned—Kashrus, Shabbos, Minyan, and anti-Semitism—what would you say is the biggest challenge for a traveling Meshgiach?
The biggest challenge varies by country, but it often centers on Kashrus and Shabbat logistics in places with limited facilities, requiring careful planning, sensitive navigation of local cultures, and maintaining safety.
Tales Of A Traveling Mashgiach
Q: Just take a moment and give us a little feel for what that involves.
It involves adapting to many countries' realities, staying close to Jewish communities for safety, and building a personal system for Shabbat and Kashrus, including hotel arrangements, food sources, and managing expectations with local hotels.
Quail Tales & Egg Fails
Q: What determines whether a bird is acceptable as kosher beyond textual tradition?
Tradition and understanding of nature, as transmitted by rabbinic authorities, are required; a scholar who can identify a bird as kosher should guide the student, since visual identification alone (e.g., pictures) is insufficient.

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The show centers on Kashrus, practical halacha, and how kosher supervision works in real-world settings—from factory oversight and travel to kitchen tech like sous-vide and beer production. Episodes blend expert rabbinic guidance with actionable tips for consumers, mashgichim, and planners, often featuring deep dives into certification processes, consumer safety, and how to verify Kashrus in hotels, restaurants, and on the road. A notable strength is translating complex halachic concepts into approachable, scenario-based guidance for everyday life and travel, with a strong emphasis on transparency, planning, and education for a Jewish audience and professionals in the Kashrus field.

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