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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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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: Glass Half Kashered
Rav Shmuel Fuerst
Dayan of Agudat Yisrael of Illinois
Agudat Yisrael of Illinois
Episode: L.T.K. Q&A: Shabbos Shailos
Rabbi Yaakov Eisenbach
Rabbi, Rabbinic Coordinator for Food Service at the Chicago Rabbinical Council
Chicago Rabbinical Council (CRC)
Episode: The Party Planner Puzzle
Rabbi Sholom Tendler
Kashrus Administrator at Star-K
Star-K
Episode: Paradise Vacation
Rabbi Yosef Landau
Rabbinic Coordinator at the cRc
Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc)
Episode: Holy Cow? or Holey Cow?
Rev. Shmuel Fuerst
Dayan of Goodness Yisrael of Illinois
Rabbinical authority
Episode: L.T.K. Q & A: Kitchen Mishaps
Rabbi Moshe Machuca
Rabbinic Coordinator and Rabbinic Field Representative for the OU in Southeast Asia
Orthodox Union (OU)
Episode: Tales Of A Traveling Mashgiach

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • great show

    i learned a lot

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  • Finally!

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

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    Ymp021
    United States4 years ago
  • Very informative!

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

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Trusted experts who break down complex rules into doable steps.
Great for planning Kashrus questions before events or trips.
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Helpful real-world examples and cautionary tales from seasoned mashgichim.
Clear, practical Kashrus advice for travelers and hosts.

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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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Across recent episodes, the show centers on practical Kashrus guidance for everyday scenarios—travel, hotel stays, vacation planning, and evolving questions around sous-vide, glass stovetops, beer, and e-cigarettes. Conversations feature seasoned Kashrus authorities and mashgiachs explaining halachic principles with concrete, actionable steps for listeners who travel, cook, or supervise kashrus programs. A standout thread is the emphasis on real-world application, from Airbnb kitchens to hotel breakfasts, and the evolving intersection of technology, certification, and consumer diligence in maintaining Kashrus away from home.

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