Franciska

The Franciska Show

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Enjoy the all new relaunched show on which Franciska hosts interesting conversations around topics that are unspoken within the Orthodox Jewish Community. Franciska interviews every day frum people on personal topics in an uncensored way, yet with great sensitivity. If you are an intellectual Jew of any kind, you will enjoy these episodes. Franciska launched her career as CEO of Kay Productions LLC, a white glove podcast production & promotion agency from building an audience for her Jewish original music through podcasting herself. If you are thinking of launching a podcast or simply are look...

Author

Franciska

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Religion

Podcast website

www.franciskakosman.com

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

It's A Debate - The "Pro" Mask Voice With Dinah Bucholz 17.11.2021

On this episode, Dinah refers to the arguments and statements from the previous episode with Michal Weinstein in regards to masks. Dinah Bucholz is a writer who lives in Philadelphia, PA. www.dinahbucholz.com   Reach out to Franciska on IG: https://www.instagram.com/franciskamusic/   Source Notes for Mask Podcast Halachic Discussion   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJxE1nmrvDU https://www.youtube...

This Was Supposed To Be A "Mask" Debate - With Michal Weinstein 09.11.2021

This was supposed to be a debate about whether we should or shouldn't be masking kids. It ended up being a conversation about how masks work and how they pushed Michal to move to Florida. We also discussed the nuance in different Jewish Communities and its attitudes toward masks. Happy Birthday to THE FRANCISKA SHOW PODCAST! Michal Weinstein is a graphic designer, party planner, philanthropist, ac...

Frum & Single Mother By Choice with Ellie Levi 03.11.2021

Enjoy this episode withe Ellie Levi, an architect, speaker and single mother by choice living in Passaic NJ.   Elisheva [Ellie] Levi is a practicing architect in NYC. She designs schools, hospitals and other institutional work. She has a life-long passion for learning and teaching Torah and has lectured around the world. Her shiurim and articles can be accessed on the YU Torah and OU websites. She...

Foster Care, Judaism & Instagram with Betty Gulko 26.10.2021

After receiving a double masters degree and working in the field of therapy with children on the Autistic Spectrum, Betty Gulko began to pursue her passion for creativity. She started her blog SuchaBetty.com while working as an editorial fashion stylist and sharing her own fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creations on Instagram. With her passion to inspire and positivity infused content, she began t...

Dance-Therapy-Relationships with Joelle Maletis 19.10.2021

If you have a "title" suggestion for the fans of this show, please send me a WhatsApp message (+1-8450642-7636) with your idea. On this episode, Franciska interviews Joelle about her career, her clients and how Covid has affected people with big identity shifts.   About Joelle: Joelle  Rabow Maletis, MAEd, MA, LMFT, is a psychotherapist, military psychology and PTSD expert. She incorporates therap...

Till Death Do Us Part & Mental Health 13.10.2021

On this episode, Franciska interviews a close friend who is raising 2 kids alone after losing her husband over the chagim a few years ago.   To contact Franciska: WhatsApp +1(845)642-7636

Hashgacha, Politics & Restaurants with Elan Kornblum 06.10.2021

Enjoy this episode with Elan, a Publisher, Marketer, Foodie where we discuss the challenges of being in the kosher restaurant business, rabbis and what role does hashgacha play in this industry.   To contact Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com www.franciskakosman.com/book   More about our guest: Elan Kornblum, known as The Restaurant Guy, has been covering the kosher restaurant industry for almost 2...

Frum Sex Ed (PANEL) 30.09.2021

What I wish my Kallah teacher taught me. Yaffa Palti- a well known inspirational speaker, trained educator as well as a certified addictions and substance abuse professional. https://www.instagram.com/yaffapalti/ Carly Chodosh is a licensed social worker and sex therapist working in the Orthodox Jewish Community in Philadelphia, PA. @carlychodosh  on Insta Yonina Rubinstein is a certified sexualit...

Trauma & Our Programming with Irene Lyon 09.09.2021

WhatsApp Franciska - +1(845)642-7636 This episode goes deep into understanding how we are designed as humans and how to reprogram our fight, flight and freeze responses.  It's the New Year, new beginnings- let's reflect on our behaviors and see how we can improve our reactions, treat pain and raise healthy children. About our guest: Irene Lyon, MSC. and nervous system expert, teaches people around...

Death, Kindness and Grief - with Rabbi Benzion Brodie 31.08.2021

Listen to this heartbreaking episode with Franciska's uncle Rabbi Benzion Brodie of Ohr Reuven in Monsey where he shares the episodes that led to the petira of his son.   www.franciskakosman.com https://www.instagram.com/franciskamusic/ Whatsapp: +1-845-642-7636      

Is the "ME TOO" movement HELPING or HURTING? - with Janette S. Levey & Dr. Deena Wasserman 19.08.2021

Whatsapp: +1(854)6427636 WWW.FRANCISKAKOSMAN.COM INSTAGRAM Janette S. Levey, The Employers Lawyer, has over 15 years of experience in Employment Law. Janette leverages her knowledge of Employment Law to help employers create a workplace culture that fosters strong relationships with its employees. Janette operates under these core beliefs: 1) Employees are a company's most valuable assets; 2) Most...

Shiduchim (Part 2) with Aleeza Ben Shalom & Mindy Eisenman 12.08.2021

This week , we talk to the matchmaker and dating coach about shiduchim with Aleeza Ben Shalom & Mindy Eisenman . We discuss: What are the problems with pictures or lack of in dating resumes? How does being overweight effect shiduchim? Pro's and Con's to matchmaking in different communities. How do shadchanim get paid? (with flowers? money? hugs?) To contact Franciska: https://www.instagram.com/fra...

Shiduchim (Part 1) - "BEING SINGLE" with Tzipora Zelmanowitz 05.08.2021

One of the loneliest places to be in Orthodoxy is UNMARRIED. There is little to no room for singles. Little to no respect. Tzipora shares her experiences with us to help bring more awareness and sensitivity to the singles experiences. Tzipora Zelmanowitz lives in Queens, NY and works as a trusts and estates litigator. She is also a singles and mental health advocate, using social media as a platfo...

Part 2 - "My Unorthodox Life" with Estee Goldschmidt (Bonus) 29.07.2021

My sister Estee Goldschmidt responds to Dr. Efrat from last week's episode.  To Contact Franciska:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franciskamusic/ WhatsApp: +18456427636  

Let's talk about the issues brought up in "My Unorthodox Life" with Dr. Efrat Bruck 23.07.2021

Efrat Bruck, MD, graduated from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City and is now an anesthesiology resident at the Mount Sinai Hospital. Before medical school, she taught Judaic studies, Hebrew, and Biology to 1000 now-alumni of Be'er Hagolah Institutes, in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Bruck has worked as a content specialist for Khan Academy and created over 30 MCAT preparation videos...

No More Silence with Meira 16.07.2021

A heartbreaking story about a Jewish girl who had no safe space to share, be heard or believed.  Tisha B'av Release

Jews & Food with Jill Sharfman 09.07.2021

How to handle Diets on Shabbos? Why are eating disorders so common in the Orthodox community?   Jill  Sharfman NC (Nutrition Consultant), is the co-host of the nutrition podcast "Let My People Eat." On each episode she helps to demystify confusing talk about how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while keeping kosher. She is a board-certified holistic nutritionist living with her family in Los Angele...

The Queen of Podcasts and her story of loss with Jessica Kupferman 02.07.2021

Jessica  Kupferman is the co-host and co-founder of the She Podcasts brand, which currently supports over 14,000 female podcasters and has a digital marketing reach of over 55,000 content creators. Her sweet spot is helping podcasters set up systems for growth and training them on how to obtain sponsorship. She also is an internet Bat Girl with an odd amount of experience in way too many software...

Business Planning with Ryleigh Klimenko 02.07.2021

Money Coach Entrepreneur, Thought Leader, and I'm the Millennial Money Muse I founded M3 Coaches to help other individuals and start up Entrepreneurs pay off debt, learn strategies for wealth building and build the life that they aspire to. I have personally paid off $117,000 in consumer debt in only 18 months, and it was transformational. Now my mission is to help others learn the strategies that...

All About Mikva- with Carly Chodosh 25.06.2021

Carly   Chodosh  is a licensed social worker and sex therapist working in the Orthodox Jewish Community in Philadelphia, PA. In addition to clinical work,  Carly  is the Director of the Lower Merion Community Mikvah.  Carly  is passionate about providing women with agency and confidence around their Mikvah usage, and provides trainings for Mikvaos in "best practices" around the world. @carlychodos...

Father's Day Special with Chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt 18.06.2021

Pinchas Goldschmidt has been the Chief Rabbi of Moscow, Russia since 1993 serving at the Moscow Choral Synagogue. He also founded and heads the Moscow Rabbinical Court of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) since 1989, and since 2011 serves as President of the Conference of European Rabbis (CER) which unites over seven hundred communal rabbis from Dublin to Khabarovsk. For entire BIO- cli...

Album "Vezakeni" #6- behind the scenes 11.06.2021

Kol Isha Disclaimer STREAM "VEZAKENI" NOW In 2012- I recorded and produced my first album "Echad". in 2013 - I released "Adon Olam" in 2015 - Misheberach in 2016 Libi Bamizrach in 2017 - "Kol Haolam" and I also became a MOM. I used to travel to studios and work with producers, but once I had a little person dependent on me, it became more challenging.  So I decided to buy the equipment, software a...

"Should everyone aspire to be a LEADER?" - with Jennifer Chapman 08.06.2021

Jennifer Chapman used to be a workaholic, known as the go-to person for getting things done and managing the most difficult clients at a Fortune 500 consulting firm. When her mental and physical health began to suffer, she decided to create a new professional and personal life that aligned with what she valued most. Jennifer is more successful—in terms of happiness, financial security, and her abi...

Living with Bionic Vision Disorder- Nechama Langer (Bonus) 01.06.2021

Nechama  is 17 years old, has 6 awesome siblings, lives in Silver Spring MD, and goes to the Yeshiva of Greater Washington. She loves her school, enjoys the classes, and has terrific friends. Her life changed drastically a few years ago, when she started feeling very sick. Eventually, she was diagnosed with a Bionic Vision Disorder, putting her into intense treatment and affecting every aspect of...

Rebuilding the Mobile Spa post COVID - with Allison Garrett 01.06.2021

I'm  Allison  T Garrett. After a life plagued with abuse, addiction, crime only to earn a $10,000 salary and having zero fulfillment, I spent time developing my business plan determined to earn a liveable wage. I became a certified life coach after the success of my business (now operating in several US Markets) Pamper Perfect Mobile Spa. I started my entrepreneurial journey with no money, no cred...

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