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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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