Orthodox Union http://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/C301/ The world's leading experts in Kosher - the OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinators - share their knowledge of Kashrut, Halakha and Technology. en Copyright 2012 2012-05-22T19:36:54+00:00 Copyright 2012Religion & Spirituality/JudaismnoThe world's leading experts in Kosher - the OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinators - share their knowledge of Kashrut, Halakha and Technology. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/gBsQgj5pQM8/ “The Sun requires kosher certification; consequently, some dried fruit may not be permissible.” You’ll never see THAT line in an article! And yet, you’ll still want to join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in insect infestation, as he discusses the kashrus “red flags” when buying dried fruits. You’ll find out that fruit bugs are not the only things that “bug” the kosher fruit consumer. Tune in for a “fruitful” discussion! Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Produce Kosher Tidbits 2012-05-17T17:03:27+00:00 no“The Sun requires kosher certification; consequently, some dried fruit may not be permissible.” You’ll never see THAT line in an article! And yet, you’ll still want to join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast exp“The Sun requires kosher certification; consequently, some dried fruit may not be permissible.” You’ll never see THAT line in an article! And yet, you’ll still want to join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in insect infestation, as he discusses the kashrus “red flags” when buying dried fruits. You’ll find out that fruit bugs are not the only things that “bug” the kosher fruit consumer. Tune in for a “fruitful” discussion!Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Produce Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/are_dried_fruits_moistly_kosher/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_4-25-12_1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/twwFYUOA3VA/ Take one olive. Squeeze. Voila--olive oil. Nothing could go wrong with the kashrus, right..? WRONG. Join Rabbi Akiva Tendler, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he describes the surprising story of kosher olive oil. Did you know that manufacture of your olive oil may involve the use of chemicals and enzymes? And is pure olive oil always so pure..? Tune in and learn "oil" there is to know! Audio Video Kosher Tidbits Food Spices, Condiments, Oil Kosher Tidbits Kosher Consumer 2012-05-10T16:49:17+00:00 noTake one olive. Squeeze. Voila--olive oil. Nothing could go wrong with the kashrus, right..? WRONG. Join Rabbi Akiva Tendler, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he describes the surprising story of kosher olive oil. Did you know that manufacture Take one olive. Squeeze. Voila--olive oil. Nothing could go wrong with the kashrus, right..? WRONG. Join Rabbi Akiva Tendler, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he describes the surprising story of kosher olive oil. Did you know that manufacture of your olive oil may involve the use of chemicals and enzymes? And is pure olive oil always so pure..? Tune in and learn "oil" there is to know!Audio Video Kosher Tidbits Food Spices, Condiments, Oil Kosher Tidbits Kosher Consumerhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_oils_are_olive_with_the_sound_of_kashrus/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_tendler_4-18-12_1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/PA-_1VYg1vs/ What's wrong with this picture: I took my list of kosher fish to an uncertified fish store. I saw that a fish he was selling was on the list, so I asked him to cut me a piece of it. If this doesn't sound strange to you, you need to watch this VIDEO! Let Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth and an expert in the kashrus of fish, be your shopping guide. He'll tell you the RIGHT way to buy a kosher fish in a NON-kosher store! Watch Video Now »   Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Video Living Kosher Practical Halacha Kosher Consumer 2012-03-14T16:43:49+00:00 noWhat's wrong with this picture: I took my list of kosher fish to an uncertified fish store. I saw that a fish he was selling was on the list, so I asked him to cut me a piece of it. If this doesn't sound strange to you, you need to watch this VIDEO! Let RWhat's wrong with this picture: I took my list of kosher fish to an uncertified fish store. I saw that a fish he was selling was on the list, so I asked him to cut me a piece of it. If this doesn't sound strange to you, you need to watch this VIDEO! Let Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth and an expert in the kashrus of fish, be your shopping guide. He'll tell you the RIGHT way to buy a kosher fish in a NON-kosher store! Watch Video Now »  Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Video Living Kosher Practical Halacha Kosher Consumerhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/fish-purchases-good-buy-for-now/http://program.ouradio.org/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/dQy5ARldpwU/ Topics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part IV: New Utensils: Sink or Swim... or Both! New silverware. New bowls and plates. Factory-sealed, even. Definitely kosher. But don’t use it in a Jewish kitchen! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for the final installment of a series of seminars on the topic of keeping a kosher home. This time around, Rabbi Ferrell discusses the mitzvah of Tevilas Keilim, the immersion of new utensils in a mikveh (ritual bath). Which utensils need immersion? Which don’t? Are there any unexpected immersion requirements? Once you start listening, you won’t be able to “pool” yourself way! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2012-02-14T17:26:34+00:00 noTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part IV: New Utensils: Sink or Swim... or Both! New silverware. New bowls and plates. Factory-sealed, even. Definitely kosher. But don’t use it in a Jewish kitchen! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic CoordinatoTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part IV: New Utensils: Sink or Swim... or Both! New silverware. New bowls and plates. Factory-sealed, even. Definitely kosher. But don’t use it in a Jewish kitchen! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for the final installment of a series of seminars on the topic of keeping a kosher home. This time around, Rabbi Ferrell discusses the mitzvah of Tevilas Keilim, the immersion of new utensils in a mikveh (ritual bath). Which utensils need immersion? Which don’t? Are there any unexpected immersion requirements? Once you start listening, you won’t be able to “pool” yourself way! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/new_utensils_sink_or_swim_or_both/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrell_12-28-11_4.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/HnOEwZFAEPs/ Topics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part III: Do All Foods Need Supervision? Do Any Maids Not Need Supervision? Uncountable thousands of products have rabbinic supervision. Do all of them need it..? Uncountable thousands of housekeepers might not have their employer’s supervision. Do any of them not need it..? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you address two supervision issues: the items that are kosher-approved without kosher certification, and the kashrus red-flags when employing a housekeeper. Tune in and learn how to be a smart kosher consumer and employer! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2012-02-01T19:17:30+00:00 noTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part III: Do All Foods Need Supervision? Do Any Maids Not Need Supervision? Uncountable thousands of products have rabbinic supervision. Do all of them need it..? Uncountable thousands of housekeepers might not have tTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part III: Do All Foods Need Supervision? Do Any Maids Not Need Supervision? Uncountable thousands of products have rabbinic supervision. Do all of them need it..? Uncountable thousands of housekeepers might not have their employer’s supervision. Do any of them not need it..? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you address two supervision issues: the items that are kosher-approved without kosher certification, and the kashrus red-flags when employing a housekeeper. Tune in and learn how to be a smart kosher consumer and employer! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/do_all_foods_need_supervision/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrell_12-28-11_3.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/LBi2cr3B4po/ Topics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part II: Parve Food with Non-Parve Utensils: What Could GoRight? You cooked plain macaroni in a dairy pot and then served it with pizza. Can you eat meatballs with the macaroni left in the pot? You cut an onion with a meaty knife. Can you eat the onion with cheese quiche? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you address the issue of parve foods used with dairy or meat utensils—including the unexpected issues with using knives. Tune in, and learn how to be a smart kosher cook and consumer! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2012-01-17T20:51:53+00:00 noTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part II: Parve Food with Non-Parve Utensils: What Could GoRight? You cooked plain macaroni in a dairy pot and then served it with pizza. Can you eat meatballs with the macaroni left in the pot? You cut an onion with aTopics in Maintaining a Kosher Home - Part II: Parve Food with Non-Parve Utensils: What Could GoRight? You cooked plain macaroni in a dairy pot and then served it with pizza. Can you eat meatballs with the macaroni left in the pot? You cut an onion with a meaty knife. Can you eat the onion with cheese quiche? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you address the issue of parve foods used with dairy or meat utensils—including the unexpected issues with using knives. Tune in, and learn how to be a smart kosher cook and consumer! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/maintaining_a_kosher_home_-_part_ii/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrell_12-28-11_2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Sp6FX3NHkks/ It's a given that milk and meat are kept apart in a kosher kitchen. There are even separate sets of silverware and plates! But do I need two stoves, two ovens, and two fridges??? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you navigate the highways and byways of the contemporary kosher kitchen. He'll guide you in the use of just ONE item for both milk AND meat. Tune in, and you'll certainly be surprised! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2012-01-03T19:24:23+00:00 noIt's a given that milk and meat are kept apart in a kosher kitchen. There are even separate sets of silverware and plates! But do I need two stoves, two ovens, and two fridges??? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as hIt's a given that milk and meat are kept apart in a kosher kitchen. There are even separate sets of silverware and plates! But do I need two stoves, two ovens, and two fridges??? Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he helps you navigate the highways and byways of the contemporary kosher kitchen. He'll guide you in the use of just ONE item for both milk AND meat. Tune in, and you'll certainly be surprised! This series is based on seminars Rabbi Ferrell delivered in 2011 in Congregation Ahavas Israel of Passaic, NJ, in memory of Mrs. Cathy Comins, z"l.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/maintaining_a_kosher_home_-_part_i/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrell_12-28-11_1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/H5E2e5T2cYY/ Take one cow. Add one bucket. Voila - dairy products! So whence all of the kashrus issues? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise and experience in the dairy industry, as he explores such questions as: Why does ice cream need rigorous supervision? Isn’t AA grade butter inherently kosher? How can there be non-dairy creamers certified OU-D? Tune in and become much better in”farm”ed!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2011-12-28T18:01:18+00:00 noTake one cow. Add one bucket. Voila - dairy products! So whence all of the kashrus issues? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise and experience in the dairy industry, as he explores such questions aTake one cow. Add one bucket. Voila - dairy products! So whence all of the kashrus issues? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise and experience in the dairy industry, as he explores such questions as: Why does ice cream need rigorous supervision? Isn’t AA grade butter inherently kosher? How can there be non-dairy creamers certified OU-D? Tune in and become much better in”farm”ed!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/dairy_products_solving_the_moosteries/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_12-15-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Y7NLTCy-q4w/ In this extra-special video, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance on issues spanning the breadth and depth of Yahadut. Tune in as they address such questions as: Are there halachic issues with cruise ship departures on Erev Shabbos? How does a Shabbat-observant Jew run an Internet business? Can “implants” of genes from non-kosher species render kosher food forbidden? What is Tzenius? Can you go to a doctor or hair stylist of the opposite gender? Do weddings cost too much? Can I invite an intermarried relative for a Shabbat meal? Recorded live on December 13, 2011 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Watch Video Now »   Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha Kosher Consumer Kosher Tidbits Shabbat & Holidays Video 2011-12-27T15:16:56+00:00 noIn this extra-special video, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance on issues spanning the breadth aIn this extra-special video, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance on issues spanning the breadth and depth of Yahadut. Tune in as they address such questions as: Are there halachic issues with cruise ship departures on Erev Shabbos? How does a Shabbat-observant Jew run an Internet business? Can “implants” of genes from non-kosher species render kosher food forbidden? What is Tzenius? Can you go to a doctor or hair stylist of the opposite gender? Do weddings cost too much? Can I invite an intermarried relative for a Shabbat meal? Recorded live on December 13, 2011 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Watch Video Now »  Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha Kosher Consumer Kosher Tidbits Shabbat & Holidays Videohttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/let_my_people_know_/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kosher_webcast_12-13-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/MnxO7fMqC-s/ It widely accepted that the American domestic turkey is a kosher avian species. But what about the bird known as "the Eastern Wild turkey?" Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth widely-recognized for his vast expertise in the kashruth of birds, for a unique discussion of hands-on halachic exploration. Are these two turkeys from the same species? Rabbi Loike discusses the halachic source material, as well as the turkey's encounter Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Senior OU Poseik. You'll be "Giving-thanks" after you hear his talk! Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2011-11-18T15:24:58+00:00 noIt widely accepted that the American domestic turkey is a kosher avian species. But what about the bird known as "the Eastern Wild turkey?" Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth widely-recognized for his vast expertise in the kasIt widely accepted that the American domestic turkey is a kosher avian species. But what about the bird known as "the Eastern Wild turkey?" Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth widely-recognized for his vast expertise in the kashruth of birds, for a unique discussion of hands-on halachic exploration. Are these two turkeys from the same species? Rabbi Loike discusses the halachic source material, as well as the turkey's encounter Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Senior OU Poseik. You'll be "Giving-thanks" after you hear his talk!Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/im_just_wild_about_turkey/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_11-16-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/E_ft8KAbZ8Q/ Kosher animal? Drink its milk. Kosher bird? Eat its eggs. Kosher fish—now hold on! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator in charge of regarding the halachic policies of OU Kashruth, for a discussion of bowfin roe, an enigmatic fish-egg in the annals of Jewish law. Rabbi Gersten clearly elucidates the history of identifying kosher roe in the Talmudic and post-Talmudic eras, and explains why the roe from this kosher fish won’t end up on your table any time soon. “Tuna” in to a “tail” you won’t forget! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Milk, Eggs, Honey Kosher Tidbits 2011-11-03T18:27:46+00:00 noKosher animal? Drink its milk. Kosher bird? Eat its eggs. Kosher fish—now hold on! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator in charge of regarding the halachic policies of OU Kashruth, for a discussion of bowfin roe, an enigmatic fish-egg in the aKosher animal? Drink its milk. Kosher bird? Eat its eggs. Kosher fish—now hold on! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator in charge of regarding the halachic policies of OU Kashruth, for a discussion of bowfin roe, an enigmatic fish-egg in the annals of Jewish law. Rabbi Gersten clearly elucidates the history of identifying kosher roe in the Talmudic and post-Talmudic eras, and explains why the roe from this kosher fish won’t end up on your table any time soon. “Tuna” in to a “tail” you won’t forget! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Milk, Eggs, Honey Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_baffling_enigma_of_the_bowfin_egg/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_9-19-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/HE-on8vCDpI/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Yum, yum, yum…I sure can’t wait to have beetle secretions on my candy! Sound bizarre? It’s been happening for a long time…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator responsible for recording OU’s halachic policies, for a discussion of shellac (A/K/A confectioner’s glaze), a beetle secretion used for putting a shine on candies. How can it be kosher? And what does it have in common with oyster shells and bee’s wax? You’ll “shell”y be sad if you “lac” this knowledge! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Food Production 2011-09-09T17:28:02+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Yum, yum, yum…I sure can’t wait to have beetle secretions on my candy! Sound bizarre? It’s been happening for a long time…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator responsible for recoRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Yum, yum, yum…I sure can’t wait to have beetle secretions on my candy! Sound bizarre? It’s been happening for a long time…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator responsible for recording OU’s halachic policies, for a discussion of shellac (A/K/A confectioner’s glaze), a beetle secretion used for putting a shine on candies. How can it be kosher? And what does it have in common with oyster shells and bee’s wax? You’ll “shell”y be sad if you “lac” this knowledge! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Food Productionhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/all_you_need_is_shellac/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_8-31-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/qIykqJarA38/ Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most sensitive areas in all of kashrus certification is wine manufacture. Even the initial extraction of juice from the grape is subject to regulation! Join Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in wine manufacture, as he clearly and comprehensively takes us behind-the-scenes. You’ll be edified and engaged as he describes the rigorous production—and you may be surprised as he elucidates the relevance of cooking the wine and tithing the grapes! Tune in for a “grape” presentation! Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Wine and Grape Products Kosher Tidbits 2011-07-26T14:00:06+00:00 noRabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most sensitive areas in all of kashrus certification is wine manufacture. Even the initial extraction of juice from the grape is subject to regulation! Join Rabbi Nachum RabinowitzRabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most sensitive areas in all of kashrus certification is wine manufacture. Even the initial extraction of juice from the grape is subject to regulation! Join Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in wine manufacture, as he clearly and comprehensively takes us behind-the-scenes. You’ll be edified and engaged as he describes the rigorous production—and you may be surprised as he elucidates the relevance of cooking the wine and tithing the grapes! Tune in for a “grape” presentation!Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Wine and Grape Products Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_wine_ill_drink_to_that/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_rabinowitz_6-21-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/TJGEz1ydLWo/ Would you roast a kosher hamburger on a grill used for bacon cheeseburgers? Probably not! Imagine the challenges faced when a non-kosher cheese packager wants to package kosher cheese...Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise about the dairy industry, on this real-life kashrus adventure story, as he describes a trip he took deep into the world of non-kosher cheese processing. His daunting challenge and sacred mission: To set up a kosher program. Tune in, and you’ll find out the unexpected precautions the OU takes to make sure that YOUR cheese is 110% kosher!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2011-06-21T21:25:00+00:00 noWould you roast a kosher hamburger on a grill used for bacon cheeseburgers? Probably not! Imagine the challenges faced when a non-kosher cheese packager wants to package kosher cheese...Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth Would you roast a kosher hamburger on a grill used for bacon cheeseburgers? Probably not! Imagine the challenges faced when a non-kosher cheese packager wants to package kosher cheese...Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise about the dairy industry, on this real-life kashrus adventure story, as he describes a trip he took deep into the world of non-kosher cheese processing. His daunting challenge and sacred mission: To set up a kosher program. Tune in, and you’ll find out the unexpected precautions the OU takes to make sure that YOUR cheese is 110% kosher!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/cheese_without_ease_a_kashrus_challenge_solved/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_6-7-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/1M_guawO7e0/ Tuna, eggs, meat…the list of animal derivatives we eat goes on and on. How do we know that a given creature is kosher? Join Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he describes (with his characteristic comprehensiveness and clarity) the sources for eating what we eat. To what scale does the Torah refer when it talks about fish? Why is milk kosher? Is being a cloven-hoofed ruminant really enough? Tune in, and be dazzled as you become more educated. We very much thank YUTorah.org for allowing us to post this shiur. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Dairy Meat Kosher Tidbits Birds 2011-05-18T19:35:10+00:00 noTuna, eggs, meat…the list of animal derivatives we eat goes on and on. How do we know that a given creature is kosher? Join Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he descTuna, eggs, meat…the list of animal derivatives we eat goes on and on. How do we know that a given creature is kosher? Join Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he describes (with his characteristic comprehensiveness and clarity) the sources for eating what we eat. To what scale does the Torah refer when it talks about fish? Why is milk kosher? Is being a cloven-hoofed ruminant really enough? Tune in, and be dazzled as you become more educated. We very much thank YUTorah.org for allowing us to post this shiur.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Dairy Meat Kosher Tidbits Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/chicken_can_i_see_some_id/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schachter_7-9-08_16k.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/lcpxLzpykHI/ In this extra-special VIDEO, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for Pesach preparations. Tune in as they address such questions as: How far must one go in one’s cleaning? Do I search for chometz in my house if I’m going away for Pesach? What if I can’t recite the entire Hagaddah or understand the Hebrew? Can I go to work during Chol HaMoed? Recorded live on April 5, 2011 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Watch Video Now »   Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passover 2011-04-06T14:11:21+00:00 noIn this extra-special VIDEO, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for Pesach preIn this extra-special VIDEO, OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for Pesach preparations. Tune in as they address such questions as: How far must one go in one’s cleaning? Do I search for chometz in my house if I’m going away for Pesach? What if I can’t recite the entire Hagaddah or understand the Hebrew? Can I go to work during Chol HaMoed? Recorded live on April 5, 2011 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Watch Video Now »  Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/ou_kosher_pre-pesach_webcast_5771/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/pre_pesach_webcast_5771.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/4Imeq1DWS5Y/ Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth “Is it Yashan?” is a phrase heard more and more these days in bakeries and restaurants. But what exactly is “Yashan”? Join Rabbi Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he thoroughly and clearly explains this lesser-known aspect of kashrus. What makes a food Yashan or Chadash? Does this halacha apply outside of Israel? Why doesn’t everybody observe it? Tune in here for the “news’ about Yashan. Audio Kosher Tidbits 2011-03-30T14:34:46+00:00 noRabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth “Is it Yashan?” is a phrase heard more and more these days in bakeries and restaurants. But what exactly is “Yashan”? Join Rabbi Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok ElcRabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth “Is it Yashan?” is a phrase heard more and more these days in bakeries and restaurants. But what exactly is “Yashan”? Join Rabbi Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he thoroughly and clearly explains this lesser-known aspect of kashrus. What makes a food Yashan or Chadash? Does this halacha apply outside of Israel? Why doesn’t everybody observe it? Tune in here for the “news’ about Yashan.Audio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/so_new_-_a_discussion_of_yashan/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schachter_3-25-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/mAC2bpaHzjI/ Rabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No dairy, no meat, no eggs—just veggies! So what could be safer than a vegan restaurant? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with vast expertise in restaurant certification, as he elucidates the REAL story! How can a kosher oven create non-kosher food? What creepy-crawlies lie in wait in my salad? Tune in, and “vegan” to be educated! This seminar was originally presented at Bnot Shulamith in Cedarhurst, NY, on January 17, 2011. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbits 2011-02-23T20:22:34+00:00 noRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No dairy, no meat, no eggs—just veggies! So what could be safer than a vegan restaurant? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with vast expertise in restaurant certiRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No dairy, no meat, no eggs—just veggies! So what could be safer than a vegan restaurant? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with vast expertise in restaurant certification, as he elucidates the REAL story! How can a kosher oven create non-kosher food? What creepy-crawlies lie in wait in my salad? Tune in, and “vegan” to be educated! This seminar was originally presented at Bnot Shulamith in Cedarhurst, NY, on January 17, 2011. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/vegan_restaurants_the_problems_that_can_sprout_up/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schreier_1-18-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/mD-J3I8TG94/ Many people imagine that kosher cheese in made in kosher cheese factories. In this case, many people are wrong! Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing singular expertise in the field of dairy certification, as he describes the inside story behind cheese manufacture. How does milk become cheese in the first place? What high-tech equipment is used in the 21st century? Must any of this equipment be kashered—and if so, how? Sit back, re”lact,” and enjoy! Click here to see pictures of a kosher cheese factory in action. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2011-02-02T15:47:00+00:00 noMany people imagine that kosher cheese in made in kosher cheese factories. In this case, many people are wrong! Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing singular expertise in the field of dairy certification, as he dMany people imagine that kosher cheese in made in kosher cheese factories. In this case, many people are wrong! Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing singular expertise in the field of dairy certification, as he describes the inside story behind cheese manufacture. How does milk become cheese in the first place? What high-tech equipment is used in the 21st century? Must any of this equipment be kashered—and if so, how? Sit back, re”lact,” and enjoy! Click here to see pictures of a kosher cheese factory in action. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_cheese_not_made_with_ease/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_1-19-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/GkEz_5sibpE/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sports drinks may energize you—but their kashrus may surprise you! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU Psak and Policy, describes the issues that come up when certifying beverages. Why is a flavor different than another ingredient? And why is a grape flavor different than other flavors? And what’s that insect derivative doing in my iced tea?!? Tune in and drink from Rabbi Gersten’s wisdom… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Beverages and Liquids 2011-01-10T14:29:03+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sports drinks may energize you—but their kashrus may surprise you! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU Psak and Policy, describes the issues that come uRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sports drinks may energize you—but their kashrus may surprise you! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU Psak and Policy, describes the issues that come up when certifying beverages. Why is a flavor different than another ingredient? And why is a grape flavor different than other flavors? And what’s that insect derivative doing in my iced tea?!? Tune in and drink from Rabbi Gersten’s wisdom… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Beverages and Liquidshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kashrus_i/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_1-4-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/HwOk6SUn0Dw/ Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Everybody knows that a kosher kitchen lacks meat-dairy mixtures. Not as well known is that mixtures of meat and fish are also disallowed! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for a clear and thorough exploration of this “orphan” topic. Must I wait six hours in-between them? Do I need separate dishes? Is gefilte fish really allowed to be served before chicken soup? Tune in and you’ll no longer be “mixed up”! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Practical Halacha 2011-01-04T14:43:01+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Everybody knows that a kosher kitchen lacks meat-dairy mixtures. Not as well known is that mixtures of meat and fish are also disallowed! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic CoordinRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Everybody knows that a kosher kitchen lacks meat-dairy mixtures. Not as well known is that mixtures of meat and fish are also disallowed! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for a clear and thorough exploration of this “orphan” topic. Must I wait six hours in-between them? Do I need separate dishes? Is gefilte fish really allowed to be served before chicken soup? Tune in and you’ll no longer be “mixed up”! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/is_there_something_fishy_about_meat/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrel_1-4-11.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/wHYettpH_5o/ Rabbi Avrohom Juravel Director of Technical Services, OU Kashruth Last spring, the Kollel in Kiryas Joel, NY, was privileged to hear a seminar from an internationally-respected kashrus expert. Rabbi Avrohom Juravel, OU Kashruth’s Director of Technical Services, discussed halachos and technology related to Pesach issues, as well as various all-year-‘round kashrus issues, such as oil, juices, candies and snack food. This seminar was delivered in Yiddish. Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Technology 2010-12-22T16:25:58+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Juravel Director of Technical Services, OU Kashruth Last spring, the Kollel in Kiryas Joel, NY, was privileged to hear a seminar from an internationally-respected kashrus expert. Rabbi Avrohom Juravel, OU Kashruth’s Director of Technical SerRabbi Avrohom Juravel Director of Technical Services, OU Kashruth Last spring, the Kollel in Kiryas Joel, NY, was privileged to hear a seminar from an internationally-respected kashrus expert. Rabbi Avrohom Juravel, OU Kashruth’s Director of Technical Services, discussed halachos and technology related to Pesach issues, as well as various all-year-‘round kashrus issues, such as oil, juices, candies and snack food. This seminar was delivered in Yiddish.Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Technologyhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_ou_comes_to_kiryas_joel/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_juravel_12-21-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/LykzThNkTCI/ Shabbos and Kashrus observances often prompt questions for rabbis. But some questions are so complex, not just any rabbi will do. This extra-special VIDEO features two of our generation’s great sages. OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for giving charity and raising children. Tune in as they address such questions as: To whom do I give Tzedakah? How much Tzedakah do I have to give? Can I give Ma’aser to a needy relative? How do I choose a yeshiva? How do I foster my child’s success in learning? What is the highest priority in child-raising? Recorded live on December 14, 2010 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Download the audio only MP3 here Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Tzedakah Video 2010-12-16T14:13:21+00:00 noShabbos and Kashrus observances often prompt questions for rabbis. But some questions are so complex, not just any rabbi will do. This extra-special VIDEO features two of our generation’s great sages. OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Shabbos and Kashrus observances often prompt questions for rabbis. But some questions are so complex, not just any rabbi will do. This extra-special VIDEO features two of our generation’s great sages. OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for giving charity and raising children. Tune in as they address such questions as: To whom do I give Tzedakah? How much Tzedakah do I have to give? Can I give Ma’aser to a needy relative? How do I choose a yeshiva? How do I foster my child’s success in learning? What is the highest priority in child-raising? Recorded live on December 14, 2010 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Download the audio only MP3 hereAudio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Tzedakah Videohttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/your_children_and_your_charity_-_webcast/http://program.ouradio.org/video/flv/kosher_webcast_12-14-10.mp4 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/A_C-LKORBFI/ Answering halachic questions requires knowledge of the facts. Addressing the complex contemporary dairy industry requires a master of halacha and technology. Meet Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer,Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth, and Rabbi Tzvi Nussbaum, Faculty Member, Ateres Tzvi, NY! In a tour de force, an OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator and a noted teacher clarify how timeless laws are applied to the dairy products of our time. This lecture was delivered at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Tzvi Bar David in Riverdale, NY, in memory of Dr. Bar David’s father, Yechiel ben Tzvi, Mr. Hugo Bar David. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Dairy 2010-11-30T12:42:53+00:00 noAnswering halachic questions requires knowledge of the facts. Addressing the complex contemporary dairy industry requires a master of halacha and technology. Meet Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer,Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth, and Rabbi Tzvi Nussbaum, Faculty MAnswering halachic questions requires knowledge of the facts. Addressing the complex contemporary dairy industry requires a master of halacha and technology. Meet Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer,Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth, and Rabbi Tzvi Nussbaum, Faculty Member, Ateres Tzvi, NY! In a tour de force, an OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator and a noted teacher clarify how timeless laws are applied to the dairy products of our time. This lecture was delivered at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Tzvi Bar David in Riverdale, NY, in memory of Dr. Bar David’s father, Yechiel ben Tzvi, Mr. Hugo Bar David. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Dairyhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/cowtemporary_kashrus_issues/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_nussbaum_11-29-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/jUB4MzFf-_Q/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s an undeniable fact that there worms are found in salmon, herring, and other kosher species of fish. But worms are never kosher, right??? You might be surprised at the answer…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, and learn about the signs of kosher worms. You’ll also hear Rabbi Gersten discuss spontaneous generation—is it a Torah concept..? Tune in and learn “lox” of data. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Insects Kosher Tidbits 2010-11-05T13:18:28+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s an undeniable fact that there worms are found in salmon, herring, and other kosher species of fish. But worms are never kosher, right??? You might be surprised at the answer…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s an undeniable fact that there worms are found in salmon, herring, and other kosher species of fish. But worms are never kosher, right??? You might be surprised at the answer…Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, and learn about the signs of kosher worms. You’ll also hear Rabbi Gersten discuss spontaneous generation—is it a Torah concept..? Tune in and learn “lox” of data. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Insects Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_few_words_about_fish-worms/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten-10-19-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/u4en8UruaDk/ Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division A bug may be a little creature, but it can cause big problems! Join Rabbi Herschel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he explains with thoroughness and clarity halachic issues pertaining to insects. He focuses greatly on two issues very much relevant to practical functioning: worms in fish and copepods in water. It will “bug” you a lot if you miss this shiur! OU Kashruth thanks YUTorah.org for permission to post this shiur under the rubric our Kosher Tidbits series. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Insects Kosher Tidbits 2010-10-18T14:40:06+00:00 noRabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division A bug may be a little creature, but it can cause big problems! Join Rabbi Herschel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division A bug may be a little creature, but it can cause big problems! Join Rabbi Herschel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon and Senior Halachic Consultant with OU Kashruth, as he explains with thoroughness and clarity halachic issues pertaining to insects. He focuses greatly on two issues very much relevant to practical functioning: worms in fish and copepods in water. It will “bug” you a lot if you miss this shiur! OU Kashruth thanks YUTorah.org for permission to post this shiur under the rubric our Kosher Tidbits series.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Insects Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_kashrus_of_bugs/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schachter_10-18-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/QYNbKAWf2wE/ Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division We don’t want to “spoil” anyone’s surprise, but this installment of Kosher Tidbits is about food preservatives and their kashrus issues. Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical companies, merges halacha, history, and science as he describes the way we keep our food fresh and kosher all at the same time. You’ll never read an ingredient panel the same way again! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science 2010-08-13T10:56:59+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division We don’t want to “spoil” anyone’s surprise, but this installment of Kosher Tidbits is about food preservatives and their kashrus issues. Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator wRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division We don’t want to “spoil” anyone’s surprise, but this installment of Kosher Tidbits is about food preservatives and their kashrus issues. Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical companies, merges halacha, history, and science as he describes the way we keep our food fresh and kosher all at the same time. You’ll never read an ingredient panel the same way again! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/go_away_decay_stay_away_staleness/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrel_8-10-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/VyKA0AuWrYM/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Cheese, cream, butter…milk products constitute so much of our diet. Ever wonder how they’re produced kosher? In this tour de force presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in the dairy industry, masterfully welds halacha and science together as he describes the in’s-and-out’s of kosher dairy manufacture as he addresses such questions as: Does halacha distinguish between different kinds of cheeses? Is there a unique role for a dairy mashgiach? What’s the story with “DE”? Is Chalav Stam still allowed? You’d “butter” tune in if you want to be enlightened! This seminar was recorded live on July 13, 2010 at the Philadelphia Community Kollel Beis Medrash. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Dairy Halacha and Science 2010-08-06T07:36:47+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Cheese, cream, butter…milk products constitute so much of our diet. Ever wonder how they’re produced kosher? In this tour de force presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with ORabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Cheese, cream, butter…milk products constitute so much of our diet. Ever wonder how they’re produced kosher? In this tour de force presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in the dairy industry, masterfully welds halacha and science together as he describes the in’s-and-out’s of kosher dairy manufacture as he addresses such questions as: Does halacha distinguish between different kinds of cheeses? Is there a unique role for a dairy mashgiach? What’s the story with “DE”? Is Chalav Stam still allowed? You’d “butter” tune in if you want to be enlightened! This seminar was recorded live on July 13, 2010 at the Philadelphia Community Kollel Beis Medrash. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Dairy Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/how_do_we_a/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_7-13-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/vLwJKLsxwqE/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A delicious glass of milk. What could go better with it than-sheep fleece?!? If you’re surprised now, you’ll understand better if you hear this Tidbit. Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, explains the “ins-and-outs” of lanolin, a sheep derivative used in food production. This fascinating halachic discussion involves Biblical prohibitions and contemporary creativity. If you tune in, you “wool” learn all about it… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Halacha and Science 2010-07-22T11:42:55+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A delicious glass of milk. What could go better with it than-sheep fleece?!? If you’re surprised now, you’ll understand better if you hear this Tidbit. Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OURabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A delicious glass of milk. What could go better with it than-sheep fleece?!? If you’re surprised now, you’ll understand better if you hear this Tidbit. Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, explains the “ins-and-outs” of lanolin, a sheep derivative used in food production. This fascinating halachic discussion involves Biblical prohibitions and contemporary creativity. If you tune in, you “wool” learn all about it… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/shear/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_7-13-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/td8xnYmhoCo/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s well-known that bees are not kosher. How, then, can we eat honey??? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU policy, as he unravels this puzzle and other puzzles related to bees. In a through and clear presentation, Rabbi Gersten addresses such questions as: Is royal jelly kosher? What about wasp honey? Are there leniencies for the sick? Tune in and find out why kashrus is creating a huge “buzz”!r! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Spices, Condiments, Oil Kosher Tidbits 2010-05-28T12:28:41+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s well-known that bees are not kosher. How, then, can we eat honey??? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU policy, as he unravels this puzzle andRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s well-known that bees are not kosher. How, then, can we eat honey??? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU policy, as he unravels this puzzle and other puzzles related to bees. In a through and clear presentation, Rabbi Gersten addresses such questions as: Is royal jelly kosher? What about wasp honey? Are there leniencies for the sick? Tune in and find out why kashrus is creating a huge “buzz”!r! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Spices, Condiments, Oil Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/to_hive_and_have_not/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_ed_5-25-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/8isePKYB0NU/ Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It may comes as a surprise that fish oil is a VERY kosher-sensitive commodity! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth specializing in the fish industry, as he clearly and thoroughly discusses the issues involved in fish oil certification. What if the fishermen catch non-kosher fish? Can the same equipment be used for kosher and non-kosher oil? Is there a risk of adulteration? Tune in and “scale” the heights of knowledge… The Orthodox Union has produced a series of DVD’s devoted to kashruth education, which includes “The Kosher Fish Primer,” in which Rabbi Goldberg explains the basics of identifying kosher fish and purchasing them. For purchasing information, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org. Audio Kosher Tidbits Fish Medicine 2010-05-21T09:49:28+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It may comes as a surprise that fish oil is a VERY kosher-sensitive commodity! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth specializing in the fish industry, as he cleaRabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It may comes as a surprise that fish oil is a VERY kosher-sensitive commodity! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth specializing in the fish industry, as he clearly and thoroughly discusses the issues involved in fish oil certification. What if the fishermen catch non-kosher fish? Can the same equipment be used for kosher and non-kosher oil? Is there a risk of adulteration? Tune in and “scale” the heights of knowledge… The Orthodox Union has produced a series of DVD’s devoted to kashruth education, which includes “The Kosher Fish Primer,” in which Rabbi Goldberg explains the basics of identifying kosher fish and purchasing them. For purchasing information, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org.Audio Kosher Tidbits Fish Medicinehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/fish_oil_omega-3/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_c_goldberg_5-5-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/YdAUu_tVpS4/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The Talmud discusses when seals are required on food to preserve their permissibility. How does that play out in our era of shrink-wrap and flip-top cans? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for a clear and through discussion of this practical and daily issue. Must I always look for a kosher symbol? What if a required seal is absent? Is re-packaged OU candy under the OU? Tune in and learn about kashrus security! Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight Practical Halacha 2010-05-14T10:12:13+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The Talmud discusses when seals are required on food to preserve their permissibility. How does that play out in our era of shrink-wrap and flip-top cans? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a RabbiRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The Talmud discusses when seals are required on food to preserve their permissibility. How does that play out in our era of shrink-wrap and flip-top cans? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, for a clear and through discussion of this practical and daily issue. Must I always look for a kosher symbol? What if a required seal is absent? Is re-packaged OU candy under the OU? Tune in and learn about kashrus security!Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/product_labels_kashrus_lifeline/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_5-6-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/J4QOWGptMj0/ Rabbi Gershon Segal Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The Torah is eternal, but methods of food processing constantly change monthly. This is what keeps the world of kosher certification buzzing all the time! Join Rabbi Gershon Segal, a veteran OU Kashruth Rabbinic Field Representative serving in the New England region, as he explores contemporary issues in kosher supervision: flavors, fermentation, coagulants, etc. Your eyes will be opened up to the complexities of Torah and science. This seminar was recorded live at JLIC's Brandeis University on 4/6/09. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science 2010-04-29T10:45:15+00:00 noRabbi Gershon Segal Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The Torah is eternal, but methods of food processing constantly change monthly. This is what keeps the world of kosher certification buzzing all the time! Join Rabbi Gershon Segal, a veteran ORabbi Gershon Segal Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The Torah is eternal, but methods of food processing constantly change monthly. This is what keeps the world of kosher certification buzzing all the time! Join Rabbi Gershon Segal, a veteran OU Kashruth Rabbinic Field Representative serving in the New England region, as he explores contemporary issues in kosher supervision: flavors, fermentation, coagulants, etc. Your eyes will be opened up to the complexities of Torah and science. This seminar was recorded live at JLIC's Brandeis University on 4/6/09.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/of_faith_and_factories_kosher_supervision_in_the_21st_century/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_segal_4-6-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/U14PftwqS7M/ Rabbi Seth Mandel & Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinators, OU Kashruth Enzymes and Exodus? Believe it or not, contemporary science and Divine statutes “get together” in this special two-for-one seminar. Rabbi Seth Mandel and Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, Rabbinic Coordinators with OU Kashruth possessing top-tier expertise in meat and fish, respectively, describe the basic kashruth laws from Mount Sinai and the contemporary applications to enzymes, food coloring, juices, and gluten-free foods. You’ll hear about kashrus being revealed and relevant! This seminar was sponsored by Koleinu - Law Students for Israel and was recorded live at Columbia University Law School on 3/11/10. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science 2010-04-13T10:36:26+00:00 noRabbi Seth Mandel & Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinators, OU Kashruth Enzymes and Exodus? Believe it or not, contemporary science and Divine statutes “get together” in this special two-for-one seminar. Rabbi Seth Mandel and Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, RabRabbi Seth Mandel & Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinators, OU Kashruth Enzymes and Exodus? Believe it or not, contemporary science and Divine statutes “get together” in this special two-for-one seminar. Rabbi Seth Mandel and Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, Rabbinic Coordinators with OU Kashruth possessing top-tier expertise in meat and fish, respectively, describe the basic kashruth laws from Mount Sinai and the contemporary applications to enzymes, food coloring, juices, and gluten-free foods. You’ll hear about kashrus being revealed and relevant! This seminar was sponsored by Koleinu - Law Students for Israel and was recorded live at Columbia University Law School on 3/11/10.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/timeless_laws_timely_applications/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_mandel-goldberg_3-11-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/ofo8HwBH4lE/ In this extra-special VIDEO, the OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for Pesach preparations. Tune in as they address such questions as: How far must one go in one’s cleaning? Is there any chometz I shouldn’t sell? Isn’t chometz in a non-Jewish store always safe after Pesach? Is machine-matzah better than hand? Recorded live on March 23, 2010 at OU headquarters in New York, NY. Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passover 2010-03-24T08:36:59+00:00 noIn this extra-special VIDEO, the OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for PesachIn this extra-special VIDEO, the OU Kashruth’s Senior Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, provide practical guidance for the Seder and for Pesach preparations. Tune in as they address such questions as: How far must one go in one’s cleaning? Is there any chometz I shouldn’t sell? Isn’t chometz in a non-Jewish store always safe after Pesach? Is machine-matzah better than hand? Recorded live on March 23, 2010 at OU headquarters in New York, NY.Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/ou_kosher_pre-pesach_webcast_5770/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/pre-pesach_webcast_3-23-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/htaqW4mBBvU/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth OU-D, OU-Fish, OU-P—is there anything left? YES! The OU has unveiled a new kashrus symbol: OU-Kitniyot. This symbol is designed to help those who eat kitniyot during Passover. For background data, tune in here to Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth assigned to record OU halachic policies, as he addresses such questions as: Which botanicals are considered “Kitniyot”? Why do some consume them when others avoid them like the plague (or like 10 plagues)? You’ll go “nuts” over what you hear! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passover 2010-03-17T10:16:24+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth OU-D, OU-Fish, OU-P—is there anything left? YES! The OU has unveiled a new kashrus symbol: OU-Kitniyot. This symbol is designed to help those who eat kitniyot during Passover. For background data, tune iRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth OU-D, OU-Fish, OU-P—is there anything left? YES! The OU has unveiled a new kashrus symbol: OU-Kitniyot. This symbol is designed to help those who eat kitniyot during Passover. For background data, tune in here to Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth assigned to record OU halachic policies, as he addresses such questions as: Which botanicals are considered “Kitniyot”? Why do some consume them when others avoid them like the plague (or like 10 plagues)? You’ll go “nuts” over what you hear! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kitniyot_a_lesson_in_legumes/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_3-16-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/zUVOSNn2-0k/ Rabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The world of coffee seems so simple. Coffee beans, natural flavors—what could go wrong? The answer: Plenty! Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashruth, as he discusses the hidden kashrus pitfalls in this staple drink. You’ll be glad you found out about these “beverage bombshells.” This seminar was given as “OU Kosher Coming” program to JLIC of Toronto (York U. and U. of Toronto) and recorded live at Second Cup Kosher on January 21, 2010. Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Beverages and Liquids 2010-03-11T11:46:44+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The world of coffee seems so simple. Coffee beans, natural flavors—what could go wrong? The answer: Plenty! Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU KashruRabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative, OU Kashruth The world of coffee seems so simple. Coffee beans, natural flavors—what could go wrong? The answer: Plenty! Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashruth, as he discusses the hidden kashrus pitfalls in this staple drink. You’ll be glad you found out about these “beverage bombshells.” This seminar was given as “OU Kosher Coming” program to JLIC of Toronto (York U. and U. of Toronto) and recorded live at Second Cup Kosher on January 21, 2010.Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Beverages and Liquidshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_stone_1-21-10.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/vjPlV0ZuDYA/ Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth “It’s got fins and scales: this fish is kosher.” Think so? Think again! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in fish, as he reveals the real way to identify a kosher fish. When is a scale not a scale? When is a fish list to be dismissed? When can fish-skin make you grin? Tune in and become “stuffed to the gills” with fish-facts! This seminar was recorded live at Yeshiva University on November 25, 2009. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits 2010-01-12T08:41:01+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth “It’s got fins and scales: this fish is kosher.” Think so? Think again! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in fish, as he reveals the real way to iRabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth “It’s got fins and scales: this fish is kosher.” Think so? Think again! Join Rabbi Chaim Goldberg, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in fish, as he reveals the real way to identify a kosher fish. When is a scale not a scale? When is a fish list to be dismissed? When can fish-skin make you grin? Tune in and become “stuffed to the gills” with fish-facts! This seminar was recorded live at Yeshiva University on November 25, 2009.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/getting_schooled_about_kosher_fish_-_video/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/goldberg_11-25-09.mp4 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/o8JQVxcNA7U/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Did you gobble down some poultry on Thanksgiving? Listen to Rabbi Chaim Loike and discover the lesser-known odyssey of the turkey in the world of kashrus! Rabbi Loike is a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in avian kashrus. In this video, Rabbi Loike uses live birds as he discusses what it is that makes a bird kosher. When is a predator not a predator? And when is a quail not a quail? And who was it that kept the turkey in the kosher kitchen? Tune in; you’ll be coming “beak” for more! This seminar was recorded live at the Bialostoker Synagogue in New York, NY on November 25, 2009. Download source sheet. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2010-01-07T10:34:56+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Did you gobble down some poultry on Thanksgiving? Listen to Rabbi Chaim Loike and discover the lesser-known odyssey of the turkey in the world of kashrus! Rabbi Loike is a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU KoRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Did you gobble down some poultry on Thanksgiving? Listen to Rabbi Chaim Loike and discover the lesser-known odyssey of the turkey in the world of kashrus! Rabbi Loike is a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in avian kashrus. In this video, Rabbi Loike uses live birds as he discusses what it is that makes a bird kosher. When is a predator not a predator? And when is a quail not a quail? And who was it that kept the turkey in the kosher kitchen? Tune in; you’ll be coming “beak” for more! This seminar was recorded live at the Bialostoker Synagogue in New York, NY on November 25, 2009. Download source sheet.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_turkey_kashrus_with_all_the_stuffings_-_video/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/loike_11-26-09.mp4 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/4QWCKM_rULE/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth When is a quail not a quail? When is a predator not a predator? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast knowledge of avian kashrus, as he guides us to a greater understanding of kosher birds. Tune in and see him elucidate the relevant principles—with live birds! No doubt, you’ll come “beak” for more… This seminar was presented at the "OU Kosher Coming" program at JLIC - Johns Hopkins University, on November 9, 2009. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2009-12-17T15:13:24+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth When is a quail not a quail? When is a predator not a predator? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast knowledge of avian kashrus, as he guides us to a greater unRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth When is a quail not a quail? When is a predator not a predator? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast knowledge of avian kashrus, as he guides us to a greater understanding of kosher birds. Tune in and see him elucidate the relevant principles—with live birds! No doubt, you’ll come “beak” for more… This seminar was presented at the "OU Kosher Coming" program at JLIC - Johns Hopkins University, on November 9, 2009.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_birds_who_are_they_-_video/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/loike_jhu_11-16-09.mp4 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/MJNRDyfHKcY/ Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division Every kosher kitchen hosts a mistake now and then. Sometimes, the rules say that the food or utensil remain kosher despite the error…but throw out the rules when the food is sharp!!! Join Rabbi Hershel Schachter, OU Kosher Posek, Rosh Yeshiva and Rosh HaKollel at Yeshiva University, as he explicates for us the unique halachos of sharp foods (onions, radishes, etc.). Is garlic cut with a milchig knife now milchig? Did I traif up my macaroni and cheese when I added onions cut with fleishig knofe? Do I need to keep my Cuisinart parve? Tune in and sharpen your knowledge of running a kosher kitchen! Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Kosher Kitchen 2009-12-04T10:37:17+00:00 noRabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division Every kosher kitchen hosts a mistake now and then. Sometimes, the rules say that the food or utensil remain kosher despite the error…but throw out the rules when the food is sharp!!!Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultant, OU Kashruth Division Every kosher kitchen hosts a mistake now and then. Sometimes, the rules say that the food or utensil remain kosher despite the error…but throw out the rules when the food is sharp!!! Join Rabbi Hershel Schachter, OU Kosher Posek, Rosh Yeshiva and Rosh HaKollel at Yeshiva University, as he explicates for us the unique halachos of sharp foods (onions, radishes, etc.). Is garlic cut with a milchig knife now milchig? Did I traif up my macaroni and cheese when I added onions cut with fleishig knofe? Do I need to keep my Cuisinart parve? Tune in and sharpen your knowledge of running a kosher kitchen!Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Kosher Kitchenhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/radishes_onions_proceed_with_caution/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schachter_11-13-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/WsTBsTliRSI/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The peacock is among the most beautiful of all birds—and among the most mysterious! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in kosher birds, in a lucid and thorough discussion of the history and halachos of the peacock. Did King Solomon really bring them to Israel? Is one species kosher and another forbidden? Does any community have a tradition of eating them? Tune in and you’ll no doubt come “beak” for more… Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2009-11-30T15:41:15+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The peacock is among the most beautiful of all birds—and among the most mysterious! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in kosher birds, in a lucid and thRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The peacock is among the most beautiful of all birds—and among the most mysterious! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher with special expertise in kosher birds, in a lucid and thorough discussion of the history and halachos of the peacock. Did King Solomon really bring them to Israel? Is one species kosher and another forbidden? Does any community have a tradition of eating them? Tune in and you’ll no doubt come “beak” for more…Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_peek_at_the_peacock/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_11-12-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/94yoPDYaK2k/ The Jewish tradition says that kindling a flame on Shabbos is forbidden. The Jewish tradition says that eating hot food on Shabbos is mandatory. NOW what do we do??? In this extra-special VIDEO, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, focus on issues of practical halacha related to cooking on Shabbos: How do I use a blech? How do I heat up food from the fridge? What is the proper use of a crockpot? Are there any limitations on using a conventional oven? Questions were drawn from e-mails sent in by YOU. Tune in and be awed and enlightened! Recorded live on November 17, 2009 at OU’s world headquarters in New York, NY. Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Kosher Kitchen Shabbat Audio / Video 2009-11-19T09:06:17+00:00 noThe Jewish tradition says that kindling a flame on Shabbos is forbidden. The Jewish tradition says that eating hot food on Shabbos is mandatory. NOW what do we do??? In this extra-special VIDEO, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, RThe Jewish tradition says that kindling a flame on Shabbos is forbidden. The Jewish tradition says that eating hot food on Shabbos is mandatory. NOW what do we do??? In this extra-special VIDEO, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, focus on issues of practical halacha related to cooking on Shabbos: How do I use a blech? How do I heat up food from the fridge? What is the proper use of a crockpot? Are there any limitations on using a conventional oven? Questions were drawn from e-mails sent in by YOU. Tune in and be awed and enlightened! Recorded live on November 17, 2009 at OU’s world headquarters in New York, NY.Audio Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Kosher Kitchen Shabbat Audio / Videohttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/cooking_on_shabbos/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kosher_webcast_11-17-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/1IdUIf0JH8o/ Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld Group Leader, OU Kashruth Just press an olive or a flaxseed, and voila, oil. What’s so complicated from a kashrus perspective? Plenty! Join Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld, a Group Leader with OU Kashruth, in an exploration of the oil and margarine industry. Aren’t they all be parve? Why does 100% pure vegetable oil need to be certified? What role do chemicals play? You won’t want to be “slip-slidin’ away” from Rabbi Schonfeld! This Tidbit was presented as part of the OU’s Advanced Kashrus Seminar for Women, held at OU headquarters on August 24 -28, 2009. Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Spices, Condiments, Oil 2009-11-17T10:40:21+00:00 noRabbi Yoel Schonfeld Group Leader, OU Kashruth Just press an olive or a flaxseed, and voila, oil. What’s so complicated from a kashrus perspective? Plenty! Join Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld, a Group Leader with OU Kashruth, in an exploration of the oil and margarRabbi Yoel Schonfeld Group Leader, OU Kashruth Just press an olive or a flaxseed, and voila, oil. What’s so complicated from a kashrus perspective? Plenty! Join Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld, a Group Leader with OU Kashruth, in an exploration of the oil and margarine industry. Aren’t they all be parve? Why does 100% pure vegetable oil need to be certified? What role do chemicals play? You won’t want to be “slip-slidin’ away” from Rabbi Schonfeld! This Tidbit was presented as part of the OU’s Advanced Kashrus Seminar for Women, held at OU headquarters on August 24 -28, 2009.Audio Kosher Tidbits Produce Spices, Condiments, Oilhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/oil/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/ask_ou_schonfeld_8-24-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/6XW_y92GN1k/ Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A hamburger on a bun, with pickles and a beer. For some, picnic fare. For the OU: red flags! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical factories, as he surveys the role of fermentation in food production. The sacred and the scientific stand side-by-side in an eye-opening presentation you’re sure to enjoy. This Tidbit was presented as part of the OU’s Advanced Kashrus Seminar for Women, held at OU headquarters on August 24 -28, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Food Production 2009-11-05T14:22:27+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A hamburger on a bun, with pickles and a beer. For some, picnic fare. For the OU: red flags! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerouRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A hamburger on a bun, with pickles and a beer. For some, picnic fare. For the OU: red flags! Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical factories, as he surveys the role of fermentation in food production. The sacred and the scientific stand side-by-side in an eye-opening presentation you’re sure to enjoy. This Tidbit was presented as part of the OU’s Advanced Kashrus Seminar for Women, held at OU headquarters on August 24 -28, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Food Productionhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/fermentation_a_jug_of_wine_a_loaf_of_bread_and_th/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/ask_ou_ferrel_8-24-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/2WJhHYtesBw/ Rabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Factory equipment is always a hot topic around the OU Kashruth office. A kosher apparatus poses no problem, of course…but how does the OU cope with devices used for non-kosher products? Join Rabbi Yisroel Paretzky, a Group Leader with OU Kashruth, as he discusses a surprising policy: using equipment in a non-kosher factory for kosher products without kashering first! Tune in and find out the how’s and why’s of this apparent enigma… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Paretzky please send them to: paretzkyy@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Food Production Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Technology 2009-10-20T14:32:11+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Factory equipment is always a hot topic around the OU Kashruth office. A kosher apparatus poses no problem, of course…but how does the OU cope with devices used for noRabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Factory equipment is always a hot topic around the OU Kashruth office. A kosher apparatus poses no problem, of course…but how does the OU cope with devices used for non-kosher products? Join Rabbi Yisroel Paretzky, a Group Leader with OU Kashruth, as he discusses a surprising policy: using equipment in a non-kosher factory for kosher products without kashering first! Tune in and find out the how’s and why’s of this apparent enigma… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Paretzky please send them to: paretzkyy@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Food Production Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Technologyhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/merging_cleanliness_and_g-dliness/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_paretzky_9-23-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/OKTXcPn7ZCM/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division “What will the neighbors think” is often immaterial—but sometimes it’s of major importance. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher, as he explores the intersection between kashrus and Maris Ayin (the commandment to preserve one’s reputation as a faithful Jew). Could eating a soy burger with cheese be a problem? How about a steak with parve margarine? Listen in, and find out when “looking good” overrides “eating well”! Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Practical Halacha 2009-09-21T14:05:52+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division “What will the neighbors think” is often immaterial—but sometimes it’s of major importance. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher, as he explores the intersectionRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division “What will the neighbors think” is often immaterial—but sometimes it’s of major importance. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher, as he explores the intersection between kashrus and Maris Ayin (the commandment to preserve one’s reputation as a faithful Jew). Could eating a soy burger with cheese be a problem? How about a steak with parve margarine? Listen in, and find out when “looking good” overrides “eating well”!Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/reputation_preservation_kashrus_and_maris_ayin/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_8-19-09-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/eo0dqkZ8pGM/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No waiter ever asked a customer, "Would you like some arsenic with your roast beef, sir?" We would run, not walk, to avoid a food if there was even the slightest chance of it being poisoned. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, describes another type of poison: a toxin for the heart and soul. Tune in and learn a perspective on keeping kosher which you may never have heard... Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher 2009-09-08T14:46:38+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No waiter ever asked a customer, "Would you like some arsenic with your roast beef, sir?" We would run, not walk, to avoid a food if there was even the slightest chance of it being poisoned.Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division No waiter ever asked a customer, "Would you like some arsenic with your roast beef, sir?" We would run, not walk, to avoid a food if there was even the slightest chance of it being poisoned. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, describes another type of poison: a toxin for the heart and soul. Tune in and learn a perspective on keeping kosher which you may never have heard...Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosherhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/keeping_kosher_the_soul_you_save_may_be_your_own/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_8-19-09_1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/gSJQ1Lq4dcI/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Decades ago, the great sage Rav Moshe Feinstein, Zatzal, issued his permit to consume milk sold by American dairy companies. On what was this courageous ruling based? And is it still applicable today? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in the dairy industry, for a clear and thorough – and surprising! – discourse on what’s “moo” with milk. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2009-08-12T12:33:35+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Decades ago, the great sage Rav Moshe Feinstein, Zatzal, issued his permit to consume milk sold by American dairy companies. On what was this courageous ruling based? And is it still applicable todaRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Decades ago, the great sage Rav Moshe Feinstein, Zatzal, issued his permit to consume milk sold by American dairy companies. On what was this courageous ruling based? And is it still applicable today? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in the dairy industry, for a clear and thorough – and surprising! – discourse on what’s “moo” with milk. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_refreshing_approach_to_dairy_products/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_2-9-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/NslTTdLBrdg/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Colostrum is a special kind of milk, chock-full of protein and very beneficial for infants…but is it kosher? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, for a clear and thorough discourse that includes such topics as: Why is milk kosher in the first place? Must colostrum be Cholov Yisroel? What is OU policy? These words of Torah will be “moo-sic” to your ears… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2009-07-20T15:17:23+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Colostrum is a special kind of milk, chock-full of protein and very beneficial for infants…but is it kosher? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Colostrum is a special kind of milk, chock-full of protein and very beneficial for infants…but is it kosher? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, for a clear and thorough discourse that includes such topics as: Why is milk kosher in the first place? Must colostrum be Cholov Yisroel? What is OU policy? These words of Torah will be “moo-sic” to your ears… If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_milk_of_human_kindness/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_6-25-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/v74ImI1r5sg/ Rabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth How sophisticated is the local Vaad certifying that delicious calzone and those yummy buffalo wings? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in communal kashrus issues, in this rare peek behind–the–scenes. Rabbi Luban discusses kashrus history and kashrus recommendations—and you won’t want to miss, “Does politics impact on Kashrus..?” You might be surprised… Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight 2009-07-08T10:52:43+00:00 noRabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth How sophisticated is the local Vaad certifying that delicious calzone and those yummy buffalo wings? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in Rabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth How sophisticated is the local Vaad certifying that delicious calzone and those yummy buffalo wings? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in communal kashrus issues, in this rare peek behind–the–scenes. Rabbi Luban discusses kashrus history and kashrus recommendations—and you won’t want to miss, “Does politics impact on Kashrus..?” You might be surprised…Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_vaad_hakashrus_politicians_or_professionals/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_luban_6-22-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/zAIgIwAt2E0/ Rabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Your local kosher bakery and Chinese restaurant both need kashrus certification. How is it set up? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in communal kashrus issues, as he uses his vast expertise to describe the underpinnings of a Vaad HaKashrus (local kashrus agency). Who participates? How are the responsibilities divided? How do kashrus professionals avoid divisiveness and burn-out? Who sets the standards? Tune in and find out what happens behind-the scenes… Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight 2009-06-24T10:50:22+00:00 noRabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Your local kosher bakery and Chinese restaurant both need kashrus certification. How is it set up? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in coRabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Your local kosher bakery and Chinese restaurant both need kashrus certification. How is it set up? Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth and a specialist in communal kashrus issues, as he uses his vast expertise to describe the underpinnings of a Vaad HaKashrus (local kashrus agency). Who participates? How are the responsibilities divided? How do kashrus professionals avoid divisiveness and burn-out? Who sets the standards? Tune in and find out what happens behind-the scenes…Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_vaad_hakashrus_how_and_why/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_luban_6-17-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/sPlnKwNVGmg/ Rabbi Eliyahu Safran Vice President for Communications and Marketing OU Kashruth The emaciated holy man sitting isolated on a mountain-top. The morbidly obese drunkard sprawled again on the barroom floor. Are these the choices faced by a Jew - embrace the material or flee it for Divine communion? The answer is a resounding “NO.” Join Rabbi Eliyahu Safran, OU Kosher’s Vice President -Communications and Marketing, in an articulate and moving exploration of the relationship between body and soul. Redeeming the physical, not blindly shunning or embracing it; tune in and hear this spiritual goal discussed in a sophisticated fashion. Rabbi Safran is the author of “Meditations at 60: One Person, Under God, Indivisible,” which elaborates on this [“Called to be Different; Called to be Holy – A Meditation on Kashrut”] and related themes. Available from www.ktav.org or from the author at safrane@ou.org. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher 2009-05-27T08:59:28+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu Safran Vice President for Communications and Marketing OU Kashruth The emaciated holy man sitting isolated on a mountain-top. The morbidly obese drunkard sprawled again on the barroom floor. Are these the choices faced by a Jew - embrace theRabbi Eliyahu Safran Vice President for Communications and Marketing OU Kashruth The emaciated holy man sitting isolated on a mountain-top. The morbidly obese drunkard sprawled again on the barroom floor. Are these the choices faced by a Jew - embrace the material or flee it for Divine communion? The answer is a resounding “NO.” Join Rabbi Eliyahu Safran, OU Kosher’s Vice President -Communications and Marketing, in an articulate and moving exploration of the relationship between body and soul. Redeeming the physical, not blindly shunning or embracing it; tune in and hear this spiritual goal discussed in a sophisticated fashion. Rabbi Safran is the author of “Meditations at 60: One Person, Under God, Indivisible,” which elaborates on this [“Called to be Different; Called to be Holy – A Meditation on Kashrut”] and related themes. Available from www.ktav.org or from the author at safrane@ou.org.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosherhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/escape_or_embrace_a_torah_view_of_material_pursuits/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_safran_5-18-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/nDFtw0AoNf0/ Rabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division What is the role of the Mashgiach at a catered event - is he there to enforce the laws, or be a comrade in arms? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing special expertise in food service, as he examines the role of the rabbinic supervisor. How does he maintain control of the kitchen without alienating the cooks? How does he address the issues posed even by the cleaning crew? Tune in for a talk given by someone who’s been in the trenches! This presentation was recorded live at the Adelphia Talmudical Academy in Adelphia, NY, on February 25, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight 2009-05-11T15:06:22+00:00 noRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division What is the role of the Mashgiach at a catered event - is he there to enforce the laws, or be a comrade in arms? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing specRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division What is the role of the Mashgiach at a catered event - is he there to enforce the laws, or be a comrade in arms? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing special expertise in food service, as he examines the role of the rabbinic supervisor. How does he maintain control of the kitchen without alienating the cooks? How does he address the issues posed even by the cleaning crew? Tune in for a talk given by someone who’s been in the trenches! This presentation was recorded live at the Adelphia Talmudical Academy in Adelphia, NY, on February 25, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_mashgiach_friend_of_the_staff_or_ruling_with_a_staff/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schreier_2-25-09_2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/TPqBlefJIVg/ Rabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It takes planning to make the shul Kiddush a pleasure and not a pitfall! Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing special expertise in food service, as he examines the red-flags of the Shabbos Kiddush. Topics in this series include: heating food; opening packages; permitted and prohibited directives to a non-Jewish waiter; vegetable inspection; and halachically-recommended wines. You’ll never look at kugel the same way again! These presentations were recorded live at the Adelphia Talmudical Academy in Adelphia, NY, on February 25, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Shabbat & Holidays Shabbat Restaurants and Catered Events 2009-04-07T11:35:25+00:00 noRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It takes planning to make the shul Kiddush a pleasure and not a pitfall! Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing special expertise in food service, as he exaRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division It takes planning to make the shul Kiddush a pleasure and not a pitfall! Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing special expertise in food service, as he examines the red-flags of the Shabbos Kiddush. Topics in this series include: heating food; opening packages; permitted and prohibited directives to a non-Jewish waiter; vegetable inspection; and halachically-recommended wines. You’ll never look at kugel the same way again! These presentations were recorded live at the Adelphia Talmudical Academy in Adelphia, NY, on February 25, 2009. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Shabbat & Holidays Shabbat Restaurants and Catered Eventshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/your_shabbos_kiddush_mitzvos_kept_or_many_missteps/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schreier_2-25-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/E0QiDi7hsPQ/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division You’ll not find fried rice on an Ashkenazi plate during Pesach! This is due to the custom of avoiding Kitniyos during the holiday. OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator Rabbi David Bistricer clearly and thoroughly examines this practice; he discusses such issues as: What foods constitute Kitniyos? Why are they not eaten? Are they treated like actual chometz, or are there special leniencies? Tune in and attain “peas” of mind! Audio Kosher Tidbits Passover 2009-03-26T13:42:56+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division You’ll not find fried rice on an Ashkenazi plate during Pesach! This is due to the custom of avoiding Kitniyos during the holiday. OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator Rabbi David Bistricer clearlRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division You’ll not find fried rice on an Ashkenazi plate during Pesach! This is due to the custom of avoiding Kitniyos during the holiday. OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator Rabbi David Bistricer clearly and thoroughly examines this practice; he discusses such issues as: What foods constitute Kitniyos? Why are they not eaten? Are they treated like actual chometz, or are there special leniencies? Tune in and attain “peas” of mind!Audio Kosher Tidbits Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/i/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_3-19-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/X1qIqcvmGPI/ Practical Issues in Hilchos Pesach In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, return to focus on issues of practical halacha related to Pesach. This year’s topics include: Is Quinoa on the list of Kitniyos?; What areas need to be searched for chometz?; How do I prepare my oven and my sink? Do I need to worry about Cheerios in my daughter’s dollhouse? What distinguishes one kind of matzah from the other? Questions were drawn from within the OU and from e-mails sent in by interested consumers. Tune in and be awed and enlightened by the Poskim for OU Kashruth. Recorded live on – March 24, 2009 at OU World Headquarters in NY, NY. Click here to enjoy the 5768 pre-Pesach webcast! Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passover 2009-03-25T10:15:35+00:00 noPractical Issues in Hilchos Pesach In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, return to focuPractical Issues in Hilchos Pesach In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, return to focus on issues of practical halacha related to Pesach. This year’s topics include: Is Quinoa on the list of Kitniyos?; What areas need to be searched for chometz?; How do I prepare my oven and my sink? Do I need to worry about Cheerios in my daughter’s dollhouse? What distinguishes one kind of matzah from the other? Questions were drawn from within the OU and from e-mails sent in by interested consumers. Tune in and be awed and enlightened by the Poskim for OU Kashruth. Recorded live on – March 24, 2009 at OU World Headquarters in NY, NY. Click here to enjoy the 5768 pre-Pesach webcast!Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/ou_kosher_pre-pesach_webcast_5769/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/pre_pesach_webcast_3-24-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/SQ6rNi2JqQQ/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most fascinating topics in contemporary kashrus is the status of gelatin. Let Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording P’sak and Policy for OU Kashruth, guide you masterfully through an exploration of the relevant sources in halacha and science. Can gelatin derived from a pig be kosher? What about a kosher animal, improperly slaughtered? Could kosher animal-derived gelatin be parve? What do the most reputable agencies say? Grab some gummy bears and yogurt and tune in! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science 2009-03-04T10:46:24+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most fascinating topics in contemporary kashrus is the status of gelatin. Let Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording P’sak and Policy for OU Kashruth, guide you mastRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Among the most fascinating topics in contemporary kashrus is the status of gelatin. Let Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording P’sak and Policy for OU Kashruth, guide you masterfully through an exploration of the relevant sources in halacha and science. Can gelatin derived from a pig be kosher? What about a kosher animal, improperly slaughtered? Could kosher animal-derived gelatin be parve? What do the most reputable agencies say? Grab some gummy bears and yogurt and tune in! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/gelatin_desserts_desertion_of_kashrus/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_2-18-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/_BN5ZKC1AFk/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A kosher cheeseburger is an oxymoron! A lesser-known kosher regulation is the separation of meat and fish. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he expertly and thoroughly explores this almost hidden facet of Torah life. Topics include: the use of ovens for meat and fish; eating fish and meat in the same meal; additives containing anchovies and omega-3 fatty acids. “Scale” the heights of Jewish knowledge as you “meat” this topic head-on! Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2009-03-03T12:28:00+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A kosher cheeseburger is an oxymoron! A lesser-known kosher regulation is the separation of meat and fish. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he expertly and thorRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division A kosher cheeseburger is an oxymoron! A lesser-known kosher regulation is the separation of meat and fish. Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he expertly and thoroughly explores this almost hidden facet of Torah life. Topics include: the use of ovens for meat and fish; eating fish and meat in the same meal; additives containing anchovies and omega-3 fatty acids. “Scale” the heights of Jewish knowledge as you “meat” this topic head-on!Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/fish_with_meat_keeping_the_cows_from_the_carps/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_2-10-09_1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/UJ5dIkbgERY/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Reuven and Rivka have to keep kosher—but what about Rover? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he explores the surprising topic of kosher animal food! Can you use a can of dog-food that contains meat cooked with milk? Can a Jewish farmer feed his cows and chickens a non-kosher animal-feed? Tune in to hear some startling sound-“bites”! Audio Kosher Tidbits Living Kosher 2009-03-03T12:26:59+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Reuven and Rivka have to keep kosher—but what about Rover? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he explores the surprising topic of kosher animal food! Can you use Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Reuven and Rivka have to keep kosher—but what about Rover? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, OU Kosher rabbinic coordinator, as he explores the surprising topic of kosher animal food! Can you use a can of dog-food that contains meat cooked with milk? Can a Jewish farmer feed his cows and chickens a non-kosher animal-feed? Tune in to hear some startling sound-“bites”!Audio Kosher Tidbits Living Kosherhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/feeding_animals_of_/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_2-10-09_2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/YyD8yGC_WtE/ Rabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical kashrus issues in the workplace. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: How do I use a non-kosher microwave? Can I attend the end-of-year party? Is it permissible to use the hot water from the public water cooler? BONUS: An invaluable discussion of the current financial crisis! Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on January 27, 2008. Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Practical Halacha Work and Travel 2009-02-02T08:24:18+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical kashrus issuRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical kashrus issues in the workplace. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: How do I use a non-kosher microwave? Can I attend the end-of-year party? Is it permissible to use the hot water from the public water cooler? BONUS: An invaluable discussion of the current financial crisis! Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on January 27, 2008.Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Practical Halacha Work and Travelhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kashruth_in_the_workplace/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kosher_in_workplace_1-27-09.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Uzg3GXzXM4I/ Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division Variety is the spice of life…but does kosher life contain a variety of spices? “Yes!,” says Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval Registry. Join Rabbi Morrsion as he elucidates the safety-zones and hazard-zones in kosher spice certification. Are there problems to find when you clean and grind? When you stop spices from clumping is it kashrus you’re dumping? Make “thyme” to listen! Audio Kosher Tidbits Spices, Condiments, Oil 2008-12-23T12:53:48+00:00 noRabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division Variety is the spice of life…but does kosher life contain a variety of spices? “Yes!,” says Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval RegRabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division Variety is the spice of life…but does kosher life contain a variety of spices? “Yes!,” says Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval Registry. Join Rabbi Morrsion as he elucidates the safety-zones and hazard-zones in kosher spice certification. Are there problems to find when you clean and grind? When you stop spices from clumping is it kashrus you’re dumping? Make “thyme” to listen!Audio Kosher Tidbits Spices, Condiments, Oilhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/torah_and_spices_lots_of_surprises1/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_morrison_12-15-08_pt1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/fWKYRkiBksM/ Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division In the conclusion of this two-part series on kosher spices, Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval Registry, discusses the red-flag issues surrounding spice-blends and seasonings. Could a blend with basil be basically traif? Would a dairy curry blend curry favor with G-d? Should a flesihig carraway blend be carried away? Don’t “leaf” your computer without listening in! Audio Kosher Tidbits Spices, Condiments, Oil 2008-12-23T12:52:20+00:00 noRabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division In the conclusion of this two-part series on kosher spices, Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval Registry, discusses the red-flag isRabbi Yerachmiel Morrison Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, OU Kashruth Division In the conclusion of this two-part series on kosher spices, Rabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, Director of OU Kashruth’s Ingredient Approval Registry, discusses the red-flag issues surrounding spice-blends and seasonings. Could a blend with basil be basically traif? Would a dairy curry blend curry favor with G-d? Should a flesihig carraway blend be carried away? Don’t “leaf” your computer without listening in!Audio Kosher Tidbits Spices, Condiments, Oilhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/torah_and_spices_lots_of_surprises/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_morrison_12-15-08_pt2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/lIEApFl7b_A/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth We don’t compare apples and oranges - but we’d better compare apples and onions! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, in an exploration of strange creatures in the world of kashrus: the sharp foods (devarim charifim). Learn the ramifications of cutting an onion (or garlic, or radish, etc.) with a fleishig knife. Could YOUR milchigs end up traif? Find out now!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Produce Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2008-12-16T15:39:30+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth We don’t compare apples and oranges - but we’d better compare apples and onions! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, in an exploration oRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth We don’t compare apples and oranges - but we’d better compare apples and onions! Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU P’sak and Policy, in an exploration of strange creatures in the world of kashrus: the sharp foods (devarim charifim). Learn the ramifications of cutting an onion (or garlic, or radish, etc.) with a fleishig knife. Could YOUR milchigs end up traif? Find out now!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Produce Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/how_to_be_a_sharp_cookie_cutting_through_a_davar_charif/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_12-10-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/3Cr2v9_JphI/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Although we associate latkes and donuts with Chanukah, in actuality, the halachic questions they engender apply all year. Rabbi David Bistricer, an OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator, provides a clear and concise guide to the lesser-known issues. He explores such topics as: What does a potato have to do with intermarriage? Could you use donuts on Shabbos instead of challah? You’ll be sur-“fried” at the answers! Audio Chanukah Kosher Tidbits Living Kosher Chanukah 2008-12-11T10:28:59+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Although we associate latkes and donuts with Chanukah, in actuality, the halachic questions they engender apply all year. Rabbi David Bistricer, an OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator, provides aRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Although we associate latkes and donuts with Chanukah, in actuality, the halachic questions they engender apply all year. Rabbi David Bistricer, an OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinator, provides a clear and concise guide to the lesser-known issues. He explores such topics as: What does a potato have to do with intermarriage? Could you use donuts on Shabbos instead of challah? You’ll be sur-“fried” at the answers!Audio Chanukah Kosher Tidbits Living Kosher Chanukahhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/latkes_and_donuts/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_12-10-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/dCzzU3pNJZY/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sherlock Holmes meets the Shulchan Aruch! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in birds, as he describes the OU’s investigation into the kashrus of the partridge. Do partridges appear in the Bible? Is partaking of a partridge part of our patrimony? What precisely is the OU’s position? You’ll get the answers to these and other questions in this presentation. BONUS: Click here to see pictures! Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2008-12-04T14:56:00+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sherlock Holmes meets the Shulchan Aruch! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in birds, as he describes the OU’s investigation into the kashrus of the pRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Sherlock Holmes meets the Shulchan Aruch! Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in birds, as he describes the OU’s investigation into the kashrus of the partridge. Do partridges appear in the Bible? Is partaking of a partridge part of our patrimony? What precisely is the OU’s position? You’ll get the answers to these and other questions in this presentation. BONUS: Click here to see pictures!Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_partridge_family_only_partly_kosher/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_11-13-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Su6yhuZ-Y6s/ Rabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim again bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical issues in the kosher kitchen. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: Do Insta-Hot faucets become “meat” or “dairy”? Does anything besides a utensil have to be designated “meat” or “dairy” in my kitchen? Does my baby need to wait six hours after eating meat? What do I do with heirloom non-kosher china? Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on November 25, 2008. Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Kosher Kitchen Practical Halacha 2008-11-26T10:32:15+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim again bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical issuesRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this priceless webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim again bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical issues in the kosher kitchen. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: Do Insta-Hot faucets become “meat” or “dairy”? Does anything besides a utensil have to be designated “meat” or “dairy” in my kitchen? Does my baby need to wait six hours after eating meat? What do I do with heirloom non-kosher china? Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on November 25, 2008.Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Kosher Kitchen Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_home_sweet_home_part_ii/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kosher_kitchen_11-25-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/8APu1k_aZq0/ YU at the OU: Seminars in Kashrus and Chemistry: A special VIDEO Tidbit. On 10/31/08, the OU was privileged to host a chemistry class from Yeshiva University (YU). YU has always emphasized the usage of worldly knowledge in service of the Torah’s goals, and this seminar epitomizes that lofty notion. Heat and Cooking in Halacha presented by Rabbi Eli Gersten, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Recorder of OU P’sak and Policy, is a discussion of the definitions and applications of heat in Halacha (e.g., kashering utensils). Extraction and Distillation in Halacha presented by Rabbi Nosson Neuberger, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Asst. Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, is an examination of essential oils and alcoholic beverages. Chemical Changes in Substances presented by Rabbi Gavriel Price, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Ingredient Approval Registry, is an exploration of the halachic definition of “change” and potential leniencies drawn therefrom. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Halacha and Science Kashering 2008-11-10T15:26:28+00:00 noYU at the OU: Seminars in Kashrus and Chemistry: A special VIDEO Tidbit. On 10/31/08, the OU was privileged to host a chemistry class from Yeshiva University (YU). YU has always emphasized the usage of worldly knowledge in service of the Torah’s goals, anYU at the OU: Seminars in Kashrus and Chemistry: A special VIDEO Tidbit. On 10/31/08, the OU was privileged to host a chemistry class from Yeshiva University (YU). YU has always emphasized the usage of worldly knowledge in service of the Torah’s goals, and this seminar epitomizes that lofty notion. Heat and Cooking in Halacha presented by Rabbi Eli Gersten, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Recorder of OU P’sak and Policy, is a discussion of the definitions and applications of heat in Halacha (e.g., kashering utensils). Extraction and Distillation in Halacha presented by Rabbi Nosson Neuberger, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Asst. Director, Ingredient Approval Registry, is an examination of essential oils and alcoholic beverages. Chemical Changes in Substances presented by Rabbi Gavriel Price, Rabbinic Coordinator OU Kashruth, Ingredient Approval Registry, is an exploration of the halachic definition of “change” and potential leniencies drawn therefrom.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Halacha and Science Kasheringhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/yu_at_the_ou_seminars_in_kashrus_and_chemistry/http://program.ouradio.org/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/AsjIRxigwy0/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a special presentation recorded on Tzom Gedaliah [10/2/08] at Yeshiva University in New York, Rabbi Chaim Loike elucidates how we confirm the kosher status of a bird. Rabbi Loike is not only a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth: he is also an ordained shochet (ritual slaughterer) with vast expertise in this area. This seminar is richly illustrated and truly edifying. It even has an intoductory section about Kaparos. Don’t miss this “egg”-cellent chance to learn! Click here to download the source sheet. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birds 2008-10-30T15:34:00+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a special presentation recorded on Tzom Gedaliah [10/2/08] at Yeshiva University in New York, Rabbi Chaim Loike elucidates how we confirm the kosher status of a bird. Rabbi Loike is not only a RabbiniRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a special presentation recorded on Tzom Gedaliah [10/2/08] at Yeshiva University in New York, Rabbi Chaim Loike elucidates how we confirm the kosher status of a bird. Rabbi Loike is not only a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth: he is also an ordained shochet (ritual slaughterer) with vast expertise in this area. This seminar is richly illustrated and truly edifying. It even has an intoductory section about Kaparos. Don’t miss this “egg”-cellent chance to learn! Click here to download the source sheet.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Birdshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/on_a_wing_and_a_prayer_the_kosher_birds/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_10-2-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/zUtouKYn3lE/ Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In this special VIDEO edition of Kosher Tidbits, you’ll be brought behind-the-scenes at one of the most complicated areas of kosher supervision: wine-making. Our host is Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz, a Senior Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in this crucial area. Rabbi Rabinowitz uses lavish and rare graphics as he clearly elucidates all that goes into kosher wine production. You’ll surely be im”press”ed by “vat” what you see! And for an in-depth examination of the halachos of kosher wine, click here to listen to the audio shiur, “Kosher Wine: What do the Rabbis Let us Put in Decanters?,” by Rabbi Hershel Schachter. Audio Kosher Tidbits Wine and Grape Products 2008-10-27T09:56:50+00:00 noRabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In this special VIDEO edition of Kosher Tidbits, you’ll be brought behind-the-scenes at one of the most complicated areas of kosher supervision: wine-making. Our host is Rabbi Nachum RabinowRabbi Nachum Rabinowitz Senior Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In this special VIDEO edition of Kosher Tidbits, you’ll be brought behind-the-scenes at one of the most complicated areas of kosher supervision: wine-making. Our host is Rabbi Nachum Rabinowitz, a Senior Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing vast expertise in this crucial area. Rabbi Rabinowitz uses lavish and rare graphics as he clearly elucidates all that goes into kosher wine production. You’ll surely be im”press”ed by “vat” what you see! And for an in-depth examination of the halachos of kosher wine, click here to listen to the audio shiur, “Kosher Wine: What do the Rabbis Let us Put in Decanters?,” by Rabbi Hershel Schachter.Audio Kosher Tidbits Wine and Grape Productshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_wine_making/http://program.ouradio.org/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Ot96SnEknpQ/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A bird is kosher if…it has fins and scales? It chews its cud? A rabbi blessed it? Well, how do we know that a bird is kosher? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has special expertise in the kashrus of birds, for a fascinating discussion of how we identify kosher birds. There’s a lot more to it than translating Biblical verses! Tune in and you’ll want to come “beak” for more! If you want more information about identifying kosher birds, make sure to get “Kosher Birds: Who Are They?,” a DVD featuring Rabbi Loike - and live birds! This is one of four educational DVD’s released by the Orthodox Union. The series also includes presentations about meat and fish, and a youth primer on kosher certification. For details on procuring the DVD’s, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org. Audio Kosher Tidbits 2008-09-04T12:15:00+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A bird is kosher if…it has fins and scales? It chews its cud? A rabbi blessed it? Well, how do we know that a bird is kosher? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has speciRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A bird is kosher if…it has fins and scales? It chews its cud? A rabbi blessed it? Well, how do we know that a bird is kosher? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has special expertise in the kashrus of birds, for a fascinating discussion of how we identify kosher birds. There’s a lot more to it than translating Biblical verses! Tune in and you’ll want to come “beak” for more! If you want more information about identifying kosher birds, make sure to get “Kosher Birds: Who Are They?,” a DVD featuring Rabbi Loike - and live birds! This is one of four educational DVD’s released by the Orthodox Union. The series also includes presentations about meat and fish, and a youth primer on kosher certification. For details on procuring the DVD’s, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org.Audio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/identifying_kosher_birds_books_and_laws_of_beaks_and_claws1/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_7-14-08_pt1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/_nkj-VkZRho/ Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if a new bird came along - could we determine if it was kosher? How would we do it? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has special expertise in the kashrus of birds, for a look at the interplay of halacha and history. What happened long ago when two new birds were introduced into Europe: did Jews eat them? Why or why not? Don’t miss this look back in time and deeper into Torah. If you want more information about identifying kosher birds, make sure to get “Kosher Birds: Who Are They?,” a DVD featuring Rabbi Loike - and live birds! This is one of four educational DVD’s released by the Orthodox Union. The series also includes presentations about meat and fish, and a youth primer on kosher certification. For details on procuring the DVD’s, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org. Audio Kosher Tidbits 2008-09-04T11:45:01+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if a new bird came along - could we determine if it was kosher? How would we do it? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has special expertise in the kashrus of birds,Rabbi Chaim Loike Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if a new bird came along - could we determine if it was kosher? How would we do it? Join Rabbi Chaim Loike, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth who has special expertise in the kashrus of birds, for a look at the interplay of halacha and history. What happened long ago when two new birds were introduced into Europe: did Jews eat them? Why or why not? Don’t miss this look back in time and deeper into Torah. If you want more information about identifying kosher birds, make sure to get “Kosher Birds: Who Are They?,” a DVD featuring Rabbi Loike - and live birds! This is one of four educational DVD’s released by the Orthodox Union. The series also includes presentations about meat and fish, and a youth primer on kosher certification. For details on procuring the DVD’s, contact Rabbi Eliyahu Safran at SafranE@ou.org.Audio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/identifying_kosher_birds_books_and_laws_of_beaks_and_claws/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_loike_7-14-08_pt2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/05qDTw-MOhE/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a clear, concise, and thorough presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing broad knowledge of the dairy industry, provides us with a day-to-day guide to buying dairy products. Join him as he examines the full gamut of milk-derived foods, and answers such questions as: Does OU-D mean Chalav Yisrael? What’s the plain truth about plain milk? What about chocolate milk and buttermilk? Do cartons or aseptic (“long-life”) boxes contain kashrus hazards? You’ll agree that this comprehensive guide is invaluable.If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits 2008-08-04T13:01:00+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a clear, concise, and thorough presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing broad knowledge of the dairy industry, provides us with a day-to-day guide Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In a clear, concise, and thorough presentation, Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth possessing broad knowledge of the dairy industry, provides us with a day-to-day guide to buying dairy products. Join him as he examines the full gamut of milk-derived foods, and answers such questions as: Does OU-D mean Chalav Yisrael? What’s the plain truth about plain milk? What about chocolate milk and buttermilk? Do cartons or aseptic (“long-life”) boxes contain kashrus hazards? You’ll agree that this comprehensive guide is invaluable.If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_practical_guide_to_kosher_dairy_shopping1/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_7-23-08_pt1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/jVb-OU2dtjA/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In Part II of his masterful guide to purchasing dairy products, Rabbi Gordimer discusses such issues as: Is half-and-half totally kosher? Have kashrus issues grown up around infant formula? Does yogurt stir up any kashrus issues? What about ice cream? Are sorbets and sherbets surely permitted? Don’t miss this priceless exposition. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits 2008-08-04T13:00:00+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In Part II of his masterful guide to purchasing dairy products, Rabbi Gordimer discusses such issues as: Is half-and-half totally kosher? Have kashrus issues grown up around infant formula? Does yogRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In Part II of his masterful guide to purchasing dairy products, Rabbi Gordimer discusses such issues as: Is half-and-half totally kosher? Have kashrus issues grown up around infant formula? Does yogurt stir up any kashrus issues? What about ice cream? Are sorbets and sherbets surely permitted? Don’t miss this priceless exposition. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_practical_guide_to_kosher_dairy_shopping/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_7-23-08_pt2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/ohYrGLUje9o/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In the conclusion of Rabbi Gordimer’s virtuosic seminar, he examines such issues as: Why do non-dairy coffee creamers have OU-Dairy symbols? Is butter anything to get churned up about? Must one run out and get kosher-certified cheese? We guarantee: you’ll come away from this series a better-informed kosher dairy consumer. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits 2008-08-04T12:59:00+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In the conclusion of Rabbi Gordimer’s virtuosic seminar, he examines such issues as: Why do non-dairy coffee creamers have OU-Dairy symbols? Is butter anything to get churned up about? Must one run Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth In the conclusion of Rabbi Gordimer’s virtuosic seminar, he examines such issues as: Why do non-dairy coffee creamers have OU-Dairy symbols? Is butter anything to get churned up about? Must one run out and get kosher-certified cheese? We guarantee: you’ll come away from this series a better-informed kosher dairy consumer. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/itnew/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_7-23-08_pt3.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/OAjrN2LJRWY/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Does a medicine chest contain hidden kashrus perils? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, as he explores a range of views on the potential kashrus issues with liquid medicines. Rabbi Gersten discusses such questions as: Does Halacha view medicine as “food”? Is there an halachic difference between adult needs and children’s needs? Is there any need to seek kosher-certified drugs? You’ll see that this topic is nothing to sneeze at! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Medicine 2008-07-21T10:12:00+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Does a medicine chest contain hidden kashrus perils? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, as he explores a range of views on the Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Does a medicine chest contain hidden kashrus perils? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, as he explores a range of views on the potential kashrus issues with liquid medicines. Rabbi Gersten discusses such questions as: Does Halacha view medicine as “food”? Is there an halachic difference between adult needs and children’s needs? Is there any need to seek kosher-certified drugs? You’ll see that this topic is nothing to sneeze at! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Medicinehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/curing_a_cough_kosher_concern/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_7-10-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/yyodgKdamTk/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Ham; shrimp; cheeseburgers: these are some of the “prototypical” non-kosher products. But should we add paper towels to the list? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he examines kashrus topics connected to kitchen-disposables such as aluminum foil and Styrofoam cups. You may find that your concerns are disposable… Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchen 2008-07-14T14:37:00+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Ham; shrimp; cheeseburgers: these are some of the “prototypical” non-kosher products. But should we add paper towels to the list? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU KRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Ham; shrimp; cheeseburgers: these are some of the “prototypical” non-kosher products. But should we add paper towels to the list? Join Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, as he examines kashrus topics connected to kitchen-disposables such as aluminum foil and Styrofoam cups. You may find that your concerns are disposable…Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchenhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/disposable_items_is_kashrus_disposable/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_7-8-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/xDGjc2cMkYk/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if the IV bag says, “Contains animal derivatives”? What if it contains wheat derivatives - and it’s Pesach? Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, discusses the kashrus issues related to IV’s. Is being hooked-up considered “eating”? Is it prohibited to benefit from a traif IV fluid? How do we address Yom Kippur concerns? A fascinating and well-organized presentation awaits you. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science Medicine 2008-06-16T12:26:57+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if the IV bag says, “Contains animal derivatives”? What if it contains wheat derivatives - and it’s Pesach? Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth What if the IV bag says, “Contains animal derivatives”? What if it contains wheat derivatives - and it’s Pesach? Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, discusses the kashrus issues related to IV’s. Is being hooked-up considered “eating”? Is it prohibited to benefit from a traif IV fluid? How do we address Yom Kippur concerns? A fascinating and well-organized presentation awaits you. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science Medicinehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/using_kosher_iv/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_6-5-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/RUeE05iLAys/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division "Dear OU Rabbi: I see that Uncle Timmy brand Granola Bars are OU-kosher-parve, but the label says, ‘May contain traces of milk, shrimp, and ham.’ What’s the story? Thanks, a Concerned Consumer.” OU Kashruth receives this kind of question all the time. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, skillfully and thoroughly provides the answer. Listen in, and never worry about allergen disclaimers again. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight 2008-06-16T11:45:00+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division "Dear OU Rabbi: I see that Uncle Timmy brand Granola Bars are OU-kosher-parve, but the label says, ‘May contain traces of milk, shrimp, and ham.’ What’s the story? Thanks, a Concerned ConsumRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division "Dear OU Rabbi: I see that Uncle Timmy brand Granola Bars are OU-kosher-parve, but the label says, ‘May contain traces of milk, shrimp, and ham.’ What’s the story? Thanks, a Concerned Consumer.” OU Kashruth receives this kind of question all the time. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth, skillfully and thoroughly provides the answer. Listen in, and never worry about allergen disclaimers again.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/allergens_nothing_to_sneeze_at/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_6-5-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/kkfgQ5-n6FI/ Rabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this singular and invaluable webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical issues in the kosher kitchen. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: How do I use an conventional oven for dairy and meat? How about a microwave? Or a sink? How do I reheat food on Shabbos? Do disposable containers need Tevilah? Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on May 29, 2008. Shown in pic:(Left to right) Rabbi Eliyahu Safran, Rabbi Eli Gersten, HaRav Yisroel Belsky, HaRav Hershel Schachter, Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Video Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchen 2008-05-29T16:13:52+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this singular and invaluable webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practicaRabbi Yisroel Belsky & Rabbi Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this singular and invaluable webcast presentation, OU Kashruth’s internationally-renowned Poskim bring their immense knowledge and understanding to bear on practical issues in the kosher kitchen. Numerous relevant topics are discussed, such as: How do I use an conventional oven for dairy and meat? How about a microwave? Or a sink? How do I reheat food on Shabbos? Do disposable containers need Tevilah? Tune in to this tour de force in which timeless halachos are applied to timely day-to-day questions. This webcast was recorded live at the OU’s headquarters in New York on May 29, 2008. Shown in pic:(Left to right) Rabbi Eliyahu Safran, Rabbi Eli Gersten, HaRav Yisroel Belsky, HaRav Hershel Schachter, Rabbi Eliyahu W. FerrellVideo Kosher Tidbits Kosher Kitchenhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_home_sweet_home_webcast_video/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kosher_kitchen_webcast.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/TkX0u1xc0sg/ Rabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Thank G-d, Jews often need caterers for happy occasions-but are we always happy with the kashrus? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in the food-service industry, and learn about the red-flag issues lurking behind the scenes at that fancy affair. YOU can be a smart catered-food consumer! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbits Shabbat 2008-05-28T10:55:03+00:00 noRabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Thank G-d, Jews often need caterers for happy occasions-but are we always happy with the kashrus? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in the Rabbi Dov Schreier Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Thank G-d, Jews often need caterers for happy occasions-but are we always happy with the kashrus? Join Rabbi Dov Schreier, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in the food-service industry, and learn about the red-flag issues lurking behind the scenes at that fancy affair. YOU can be a smart catered-food consumer! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Schreier please send them to: schreier@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbits Shabbathttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/catered_affair_or_catastrophe/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schreier_ed_5-14-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/zG56DD1tm8c/ Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Nanotechnology is a cutting-edge field that can revolutionize every industry. By creating devices way thinner than a human hair, scientists can accomplish what was undreamed-of a short time ago. This technology has an impact on kashruth certification, as well. Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical factories, in an exploration of nanotechnology and its kashruth impact. You’ll enjoy his fusion of timely technologies and timeless commandments. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science Halacha and Technology 2008-04-28T14:02:38+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Nanotechnology is a cutting-edge field that can revolutionize every industry. By creating devices way thinner than a human hair, scientists can accomplish what was undreamed-of a short tiRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Nanotechnology is a cutting-edge field that can revolutionize every industry. By creating devices way thinner than a human hair, scientists can accomplish what was undreamed-of a short time ago. This technology has an impact on kashruth certification, as well. Join Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth responsible for numerous chemical factories, in an exploration of nanotechnology and its kashruth impact. You’ll enjoy his fusion of timely technologies and timeless commandments. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science Halacha and Technologyhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/nanotechnology_it/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrel_3_25_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/QhDTIEUBqgs/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth This year (5768), Erev Pesach falls on Shabbos. How do we address the unique needs of both special days? Tune in to Rabbi Eli Gersten, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, and hear a lucid, thorough, and systematic examination of the issues. Among the topics addressed are: Siyyum Bechoros; Mechiras Chometz; and Shabbos meals. Not to be missed!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passover 2008-04-09T14:13:35+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth This year (5768), Erev Pesach falls on Shabbos. How do we address the unique needs of both special days? Tune in to Rabbi Eli Gersten, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU haRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth This year (5768), Erev Pesach falls on Shabbos. How do we address the unique needs of both special days? Tune in to Rabbi Eli Gersten, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth charged with recording OU halachic policies, and hear a lucid, thorough, and systematic examination of the issues. Among the topics addressed are: Siyyum Bechoros; Mechiras Chometz; and Shabbos meals. Not to be missed!If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/a_busy_day_of_rest/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_4_7-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/GQDlBp7hnKI/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s even widely-known that within kosher law there is a waiting period required before eating dairy after eating meat. But whoever heard of waiting 6 hours to eat meat after cheese??? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth specializing in the dairy industry, as he explores the Ashkenazic practice of waiting for an extended period before eating meat after eating hard cheese. Why must one wait? How long exactly must one wait? What is the halachic definition of hard cheese? Tune in and be informed by this comprehensive and comprehensible seminar. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Click here to see the lengths of time for which some common cheeses are aged. Audio Kosher Tidbits Dairy Practical Halacha 2008-04-01T12:41:37+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s even widely-known that within kosher law there is a waiting period required before eating dairy after eating meat. But whoever heard of waiting 6 hours to eat meat after cheese??? Join Rabbi AvRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth It’s even widely-known that within kosher law there is a waiting period required before eating dairy after eating meat. But whoever heard of waiting 6 hours to eat meat after cheese??? Join Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth specializing in the dairy industry, as he explores the Ashkenazic practice of waiting for an extended period before eating meat after eating hard cheese. Why must one wait? How long exactly must one wait? What is the halachic definition of hard cheese? Tune in and be informed by this comprehensive and comprehensible seminar. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org Click here to see the lengths of time for which some common cheeses are aged.Audio Kosher Tidbits Dairy Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/it/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_3_24_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/FlWrT-FpvkY/ Rav Yisroel Belsky Rav Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, focus on issues of practical halacha related to Pesach. Topics include: Erev Pesach that falls on Shabbos; which inedibles (e.g., paper towels and plates) require Pesach certification; Kitniyos; the Seder; Mechiras Chometz; and kashering. Questions were drawn from OU Rabbanim and from e-mails sent in by interested consumers. Tune in and be awed and enlightened by the Poskim for OU Kashruth. Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passover 2008-03-28T09:33:28+00:00 noRav Yisroel Belsky Rav Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of YesRav Yisroel Belsky Rav Hershel Schachter Senior Halachic Consultants, OU Kashruth In this extra-special video, the Orthodox Union’s prominent Poskim, Rav Yisroel Belsky, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Torah V’Da’as, and Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Rabbenu Yitzchok Elchanon, focus on issues of practical halacha related to Pesach. Topics include: Erev Pesach that falls on Shabbos; which inedibles (e.g., paper towels and plates) require Pesach certification; Kitniyos; the Seder; Mechiras Chometz; and kashering. Questions were drawn from OU Rabbanim and from e-mails sent in by interested consumers. Tune in and be awed and enlightened by the Poskim for OU Kashruth.Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Kosher Tidbits Video Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/practical_issues_in_hilchos_pesach/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/pre_pesach_webcast_3_27_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/762Qo18TaBw/ Rabbi Menachem Genack Rabbinic Administrator and CEO, OU Kashruth Erev Pesach is always a busy day. Imagine combining it with Shabbos! In 2005, at an OU-RCA Pesach conference, Rabbi Menachem Genack, Rabbinic Administrator and CEO of OU Kashruth, tackled the subject from the perspective of the Rishonim (early Talmudic commentators), also citing his great mentor, the Rav - Rabbi Yosef Dov HaLevi Soloveitchik, Zatzal. Join Rabbi Genack in an exploration of the conceptual underpinnings of the halachos that govern what we eat when Erev Pesach is on Shabbos. Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passover 2008-03-25T15:48:44+00:00 noRabbi Menachem Genack Rabbinic Administrator and CEO, OU Kashruth Erev Pesach is always a busy day. Imagine combining it with Shabbos! In 2005, at an OU-RCA Pesach conference, Rabbi Menachem Genack, Rabbinic Administrator and CEO of OU Kashruth, tackled tRabbi Menachem Genack Rabbinic Administrator and CEO, OU Kashruth Erev Pesach is always a busy day. Imagine combining it with Shabbos! In 2005, at an OU-RCA Pesach conference, Rabbi Menachem Genack, Rabbinic Administrator and CEO of OU Kashruth, tackled the subject from the perspective of the Rishonim (early Talmudic commentators), also citing his great mentor, the Rav - Rabbi Yosef Dov HaLevi Soloveitchik, Zatzal. Join Rabbi Genack in an exploration of the conceptual underpinnings of the halachos that govern what we eat when Erev Pesach is on Shabbos.Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/why_is_this_shabbos_different_from_all_other_shabbosos/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_genack_3-25-08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/TpgO26DS_bM/ Rabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Everyone knows that bread is a strict no-no during Pesach. But what about after Pesach--no problem, right? Wrong! Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth, for a thorough and lucid discussion of the issue of Chometz SheAvar Alav HaPesach. When exactly is chometz prohibited, even after Pesach? Does ownership of the chometz have anything to do with this? Would sale of chometz through a rabbi automatically eliminate all of the problems? Tune in and hear an amazing amalgam of contemporary halacha, OU policy, and market realities. Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passover 2008-03-18T16:21:02+00:00 noRabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Everyone knows that bread is a strict no-no during Pesach. But what about after Pesach--no problem, right? Wrong! Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth, for a Rabbi Yaakov Luban Executive Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Everyone knows that bread is a strict no-no during Pesach. But what about after Pesach--no problem, right? Wrong! Join Rabbi Yaakov Luban, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator of OU Kashruth, for a thorough and lucid discussion of the issue of Chometz SheAvar Alav HaPesach. When exactly is chometz prohibited, even after Pesach? Does ownership of the chometz have anything to do with this? Would sale of chometz through a rabbi automatically eliminate all of the problems? Tune in and hear an amazing amalgam of contemporary halacha, OU policy, and market realities.Audio Holidays Passover Kosher Tidbits Passoverhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/bread_buying_and_pasta_purchasing_post_pesach_problem_or_permitted/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_luban_3_12_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/UpMDdSSMeRc/ Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division There you are: stuck in a hotel where room service is only too happy to provide shrimp and cheeseburgers. There you are: a returnee to Jewish observance, visiting Mom and Dad and wondering how you'll avoid starving. In this presentation, Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher as well as with OU Kosher's educational programs, offers some points of guidance for kosher navigating in a non-kosher kitchen. How do I kosherize a stove? How do I use a nonkosher microwave? What do I do if the dishes weren't ritually immersed? Join Rabbi Ferrell and learn some invaluable helpful hints. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Practical Halacha 2008-02-12T16:48:14+00:00 noRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division There you are: stuck in a hotel where room service is only too happy to provide shrimp and cheeseburgers. There you are: a returnee to Jewish observance, visiting Mom and Dad and wonderinRabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division There you are: stuck in a hotel where room service is only too happy to provide shrimp and cheeseburgers. There you are: a returnee to Jewish observance, visiting Mom and Dad and wondering how you'll avoid starving. In this presentation, Rabbi Eliyahu W. Ferrell, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kosher as well as with OU Kosher's educational programs, offers some points of guidance for kosher navigating in a non-kosher kitchen. How do I kosherize a stove? How do I use a nonkosher microwave? What do I do if the dishes weren't ritually immersed? Join Rabbi Ferrell and learn some invaluable helpful hints. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Ferrell please send them to: ferrelle@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher Practical Halachahttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/mission_not_impossible_the_kosher_jew_in_a_non_kosher_milieu/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_ferrel_2_7_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/YszFfnfuyBw/ Rabbi Moshe Elefant Executive Rabbinic Coordinator and COO, Kashruth Division, Orthodox Union. 5768 is a Shemittah (Sabbatical) year in the Land of Israel...could that affect Diaspora Jews? Indeed, yes! Tune in to a thorough presentation of Shemittah issues by Rabbi Moshe Elefant, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator and COO of OU Kashruth. Are there red-flags for Diaspora Jews? What is the Hetter Mechira? What does ownership of the land have to do with Shemittah? What do we do if we end up with fruit that bears the sanctity of Shemittah? Is growing botanicals in a hot house sufficient to obviate Shemittah concerns? Rabbi Elefant elucidates these issues with the clarity that has made his OU Daf Yomi so popular. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Elefant please send them to: elefantm@ou.org This seminar was recorded live on February 2, 2008, at Congregation Talmud Torah of Flatbush in New York City. It was sponsored by Keren Hashviis. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Israel Produce 2008-02-06T21:21:27+00:00 noRabbi Moshe Elefant Executive Rabbinic Coordinator and COO, Kashruth Division, Orthodox Union. 5768 is a Shemittah (Sabbatical) year in the Land of Israel...could that affect Diaspora Jews? Indeed, yes! Tune in to a thorough presentation of Shemittah issuRabbi Moshe Elefant Executive Rabbinic Coordinator and COO, Kashruth Division, Orthodox Union. 5768 is a Shemittah (Sabbatical) year in the Land of Israel...could that affect Diaspora Jews? Indeed, yes! Tune in to a thorough presentation of Shemittah issues by Rabbi Moshe Elefant, Executive Rabbinic Coordinator and COO of OU Kashruth. Are there red-flags for Diaspora Jews? What is the Hetter Mechira? What does ownership of the land have to do with Shemittah? What do we do if we end up with fruit that bears the sanctity of Shemittah? Is growing botanicals in a hot house sufficient to obviate Shemittah concerns? Rabbi Elefant elucidates these issues with the clarity that has made his OU Daf Yomi so popular. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Elefant please send them to: elefantm@ou.org This seminar was recorded live on February 2, 2008, at Congregation Talmud Torah of Flatbush in New York City. It was sponsored by Keren Hashviis.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Israel Producehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/the_sabbatical_year_a_discussion_for_the_diaspora/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_elefant_2_3_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/SXXKJO1ssbQ/ Rabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Your local bakery can be a dangerous place - for your Jewishness. Flour and water may be kosher, but so much more than that goes into contemporary baked goods. What would an animal derivative be doing in your apple turnovers and danishes? How could the lowly raisin lead to serious problems? Join Rabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky, a Rabbinic Coordinator who serves as OU Kashruth's Group Leader for baked goods, as he clearly and thoroughly elucidates the surprising issues. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Paretzky please send them to: paretzkyy@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbits 2008-01-24T20:32:00+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Your local bakery can be a dangerous place - for your Jewishness. Flour and water may be kosher, but so much more than that goes into contemporary baked goods. What woRabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky Rabbinic Coordinator and Group Leader, OU Kashruth Division Your local bakery can be a dangerous place - for your Jewishness. Flour and water may be kosher, but so much more than that goes into contemporary baked goods. What would an animal derivative be doing in your apple turnovers and danishes? How could the lowly raisin lead to serious problems? Join Rabbi Yisroel Meir Paretzky, a Rabbinic Coordinator who serves as OU Kashruth's Group Leader for baked goods, as he clearly and thoroughly elucidates the surprising issues. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Paretzky please send them to: paretzkyy@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/bread_staff_of_life_or_stuff_of_traif/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_paretzky_1_23_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/Q9wXZYk8XKE/ Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The common wisdom is that baked goods are so simple: flour and water, and maybe yeast and salt. Listen to Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in baked goods, and find out that the common wisdom is dead wrong. Is shortening always kosher? What about preservatives? Can bread be dairy? How could insect parts get into a sandwich? This thorough and engaging discussion provides a rare peek behind-the-scenes. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbits 2008-01-18T17:12:00+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The common wisdom is that baked goods are so simple: flour and water, and maybe yeast and salt. Listen to Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division The common wisdom is that baked goods are so simple: flour and water, and maybe yeast and salt. Listen to Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in baked goods, and find out that the common wisdom is dead wrong. Is shortening always kosher? What about preservatives? Can bread be dairy? How could insect parts get into a sandwich? This thorough and engaging discussion provides a rare peek behind-the-scenes. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/making_sense_of_the_kosher_bakery_scent/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bendelstein2_1_18_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/VxEoxgKS4Q0/ Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Is 'kosher" more than a kind of food? Yes, says Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth. In this presentation, Rabbi Bendelstein does more than talk about elements of kosher certification. He does more than talk about eating in a kosher way. He also talks about living in a kosher way. A special treat you won't want to miss. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosher 2008-01-18T17:07:00+00:00 noRabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Is 'kosher" more than a kind of food? Yes, says Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth. In this presentation, Rabbi Bendelstein does more than talk about elemRabbi Yisroel Bendelstein Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Is 'kosher" more than a kind of food? Yes, says Rabbi Yisroel Bendelstein, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth. In this presentation, Rabbi Bendelstein does more than talk about elements of kosher certification. He does more than talk about eating in a kosher way. He also talks about living in a kosher way. A special treat you won't want to miss. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Living Kosherhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/living_and_breathingand_even_eating_kosher/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bendelstein_1_18_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/ytE1zpszBAw/ Rabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative Organic Chemist. Process Engineer. Business Administrator. Detective. Marketing Expert. Sounds like the staff of a multi-national company, right? In truth, it's a (partial!) list of an OU mash'giach's responsibilities. Rabbi Avrohom Stone, a Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashrus, takes you inside the head and inside the day of an OU plant inspector. You'll laugh and you'll gasp as Rabbi Stone delineates everything it takes to do the job right. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight 2008-01-15T19:05:00+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative Organic Chemist. Process Engineer. Business Administrator. Detective. Marketing Expert. Sounds like the staff of a multi-national company, right? In truth, it's a (partial!) list of an OU mash'giachRabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative Organic Chemist. Process Engineer. Business Administrator. Detective. Marketing Expert. Sounds like the staff of a multi-national company, right? In truth, it's a (partial!) list of an OU mash'giach's responsibilities. Rabbi Avrohom Stone, a Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashrus, takes you inside the head and inside the day of an OU plant inspector. You'll laugh and you'll gasp as Rabbi Stone delineates everything it takes to do the job right. This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/24_hours_24_roles_the_many_hats_of_an_ou_mashgiach/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_stone2_1_15_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/2MHG01A2HUg/ Rabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative "I'll just read the label!" You see a new product. You don't know if it's kosher. You decide to read the ingredient panel to make a decision. Is that the correct approach? Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, a Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashrus, for a thoroughly entertaining and thoroughly informative seminar on the perils of relying on ingredient panels. You'll see that the question, "what could be wrong," has many answers! This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton. Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Living Kosher 2008-01-15T18:59:51+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative "I'll just read the label!" You see a new product. You don't know if it's kosher. You decide to read the ingredient panel to make a decision. Is that the correct approach? Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, Rabbi Avrohom Stone Senior Rabbinic Field Representative "I'll just read the label!" You see a new product. You don't know if it's kosher. You decide to read the ingredient panel to make a decision. Is that the correct approach? Join Rabbi Avrohom Stone, a Senior Rabbinic Field Representative with OU Kashrus, for a thoroughly entertaining and thoroughly informative seminar on the perils of relying on ingredient panels. You'll see that the question, "what could be wrong," has many answers! This seminar was recorded live at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Edmonton, Canada, on December 25, 2007, as part of the "Yeshiva for a Day" program, sponsored with Edmonton Jewish General Education. Click here to read a review article (with pictures) about the OU's presentations in Edmonton.Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings Kosher Tidbits Living Kosherhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/hidden_facts_hidden_problems_the_real_story_behind_ingredient_panels/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_stone_1_15_08.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/pBW74BB0FnU/ Rabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A basic element of the Jewish kitchen is the use of utensils that were ritually immersed. But immersion raises a plethora of questions: In what does one immerse? How does one prepare the utensil? Can one do the immersion for a friend or a customer? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU Kashruth's halachic policies, for a thorough and lucid presentation that will "wet" your appetite for more! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchen 2008-01-07T20:31:00+00:00 noRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A basic element of the Jewish kitchen is the use of utensils that were ritually immersed. But immersion raises a plethora of questions: In what does one immerse? How does one prepare the utensil? Can oneRabbi Eli Gersten Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth A basic element of the Jewish kitchen is the use of utensils that were ritually immersed. But immersion raises a plethora of questions: In what does one immerse? How does one prepare the utensil? Can one do the immersion for a friend or a customer? Join Rabbi Eli Gersten, the Rabbinic Coordinator charged with recording OU Kashruth's halachic policies, for a thorough and lucid presentation that will "wet" your appetite for more! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gersten please send them to: gerstene@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kosher Kitchenhttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/dunkin_do_nots/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gersten_12_26_07.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/JXZrULvooAU/ Rabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The work involved in certifying potato chips is no small potatoes! Join Rabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler, an OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator with special expertise in the snack industry, for a journey behind-the-scenes at kosher snack manufacture. Although there are challenges to meet, you can count on the OU in a "crunch." Listen and learn! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Brun-Kestler please send them to: aharonb@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbits Kashrut Oversight 2008-01-02T20:48:32+00:00 noRabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The work involved in certifying potato chips is no small potatoes! Join Rabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler, an OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator with special expertise in the snack industry, for a journey Rabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth The work involved in certifying potato chips is no small potatoes! Join Rabbi Aharon Brun-Kestler, an OU Kashruth Rabbinic Coordinator with special expertise in the snack industry, for a journey behind-the-scenes at kosher snack manufacture. Although there are challenges to meet, you can count on the OU in a "crunch." Listen and learn! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Brun-Kestler please send them to: aharonb@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Baked Goods, Desserts, Snacks Kosher Tidbits Kashrut Oversighthttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/kosher_snacking_nothing_lacking/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_brunkestler_12_19_07.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/unl4mcUd4YU/ Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Change that steam! Torch that pipe! Check that milk! Expect the unexpected as you hear about the manufacture of the first exclusively-OU Chalav Yisrael product ever: Ricotta Cheese. Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in dairy productions, provides his eyewitness account of this adventure in kosher production. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org See pictures of this Ricotta Cheese Adventure Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbits 2007-12-27T15:47:00+00:00 noRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Change that steam! Torch that pipe! Check that milk! Expect the unexpected as you hear about the manufacture of the first exclusively-OU Chalav Yisrael product ever: Ricotta Cheese. Rabbi Avrohom GoRabbi Avrohom Gordimer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Change that steam! Torch that pipe! Check that milk! Expect the unexpected as you hear about the manufacture of the first exclusively-OU Chalav Yisrael product ever: Ricotta Cheese. Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in dairy productions, provides his eyewitness account of this adventure in kosher production. If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Gordimer please send them to: gordimer@ou.org See pictures of this Ricotta Cheese AdventureAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Dairy Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/we_came_we_saw_we_kashered_the_story_of_a_unique_cheese/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_gordimer_12_18_07.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/OshUAk59N28/ Rabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Have you ever heard anyone say, "This restaurant isn't kosher; I'll just get salad." If you have, tell them to listen to this presentation. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in insect infestation, eloquently discusses the surprising issues related to eating salads. From traif bugs to kosher croutons and cheeses, it's all here! For further information about eating vegetables, check out the Kosher Tidbit VIDEO on vegetable inspection and, of course, the revised "OU Guide to Checking Fruits and Vegetables " (edited by Rabbi Bistricer). It is available at ShopOU.org. You can also check out the Fruit & Vegetable chart at OUKosher.org . For more information about inspecting vegetables, please contact the Webbe Rebbe at: kosherq@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Insects Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbits 2007-12-19T18:33:42+00:00 noRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Have you ever heard anyone say, "This restaurant isn't kosher; I'll just get salad." If you have, tell them to listen to this presentation. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator withRabbi David Bistricer Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division Have you ever heard anyone say, "This restaurant isn't kosher; I'll just get salad." If you have, tell them to listen to this presentation. Rabbi David Bistricer, a Rabbinic Coordinator with OU Kashruth with special expertise in insect infestation, eloquently discusses the surprising issues related to eating salads. From traif bugs to kosher croutons and cheeses, it's all here! For further information about eating vegetables, check out the Kosher Tidbit VIDEO on vegetable inspection and, of course, the revised "OU Guide to Checking Fruits and Vegetables " (edited by Rabbi Bistricer). It is available at ShopOU.org. You can also check out the Fruit & Vegetable chart at OUKosher.org . For more information about inspecting vegetables, please contact the Webbe Rebbe at: kosherq@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Insects Restaurants and Catered Events Kosher Tidbitshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/greenings_and_saladations_a_dressing_the_kashrus_issues/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_bistricer_12_18_07.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/N3RJUfZhPtE/ Rabbi Norman Schloss Rabbinic Field Representative - American Southeast region, OU Kashruth What does it take to give a kosher certification? Rabbi Norman Schloss, a first-tier mashgiach with OU Kashruth, shares the inside story with scores of elementary school students at the Rabbi Alexander S. Gross Hebrew Academy of Miami Beach. In this 45 minute seminar--recorded live--Rabbi Schloss talks about new food technologies, lesser-known problematic ingredients, and some of the precautions the OU takes to assure the kashrus of its products. You'll be glad you tuned in to Rabbi Schloss' well-informed and articulate presentation. Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight Halacha and Technology Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavorings 2007-11-29T22:21:32+00:00 noRabbi Norman Schloss Rabbinic Field Representative - American Southeast region, OU Kashruth What does it take to give a kosher certification? Rabbi Norman Schloss, a first-tier mashgiach with OU Kashruth, shares the inside story with scores of elementary Rabbi Norman Schloss Rabbinic Field Representative - American Southeast region, OU Kashruth What does it take to give a kosher certification? Rabbi Norman Schloss, a first-tier mashgiach with OU Kashruth, shares the inside story with scores of elementary school students at the Rabbi Alexander S. Gross Hebrew Academy of Miami Beach. In this 45 minute seminar--recorded live--Rabbi Schloss talks about new food technologies, lesser-known problematic ingredients, and some of the precautions the OU takes to assure the kashrus of its products. You'll be glad you tuned in to Rabbi Schloss' well-informed and articulate presentation.Audio Kosher Tidbits Kosher Tidbits Halacha Kashrut Oversight Halacha and Technology Chemicals, Ingredients, Flavoringshttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/ingredient_panels_what_you_dont_know_can_hurt_you/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_schloss_11_29_07.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KosherTidbits/~3/_anCNGOk4-s/ Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division In Part II of his discussion of herring certification, Rabbi Goldberg elucidates the halachic and technical basis for certifying herring--despite its lack of scales and fins when leaving the factory! Another issue that comes up is the pickling and curing processes--some of which involve wine, a very kosher-sensitive ingredient. After "herring" this seminar, you'll be an expert! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Goldberg please send them to: goldbergc@ou.org Audio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Science 2007-11-27T15:42:17+00:00 noRabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division In Part II of his discussion of herring certification, Rabbi Goldberg elucidates the halachic and technical basis for certifying herring--despite its lack of scales and fins when leaving the Rabbi Chaim Goldberg Rabbinic Coordinator, OU Kashruth Division In Part II of his discussion of herring certification, Rabbi Goldberg elucidates the halachic and technical basis for certifying herring--despite its lack of scales and fins when leaving the factory! Another issue that comes up is the pickling and curing processes--some of which involve wine, a very kosher-sensitive ingredient. After "herring" this seminar, you'll be an expert! If you have questions or comments for Rabbi Goldberg please send them to: goldbergc@ou.orgAudio Kosher Tidbits Food Fish Kosher Tidbits Halacha and Sciencehttp://www.ouradio.org/index.php/ouradio/channel/certifying_herring_resting_assured_about_the_fish_thats_cured_part_ii/http://program.ouradio.org/kosher/kt_goldberg_11_20_07_pt2.mp3 nonadult