About this episode

Michael Greenfield and Rabbi Chezky Sherman discuss the importance of investing in children's futures and the impact of summer camp experiences.

What does it mean to truly invest in a child's future? In this episode of the None of Your Business Podcast, Michael sits down with Rabbi Chezky Sherman a dedicated educator, camp director, and founder of the Monsey Camp Fund for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond summer camp. Rabbi Sherman opens up about turning down a six-figure job offer to stay in chinuch, the unmatched fulfillment of watching a student grow up, and why every rebbi in the classroom is driven by passion — not a paycheck. From his own unconventional school journey in Chicago to sleeping on floors in Eretz Yisrael, Rabbi Sherman shares the pivotal moments that shaped who he is today. Together, Michael and Rabbi Sherman tackle: The Monsey Camp Fund — how one kid with a hoverboard sparked a movement that helped 850+ children attend camp last summer Parenting in today's world — setting boundaries, building confidence, and why the word "no" has gone missing Bar Mitzvah pressure — are we doing it for the kid or for ourselves? The "Thank You Hashem" debate — is Jewish music inspiring a generation or bypassing real growth? Finding your passion — practical wisdom for young men figuring out their path after…

People in this episode

Hosts: Michael Greenfield, Abraham (Ushy) Schwartz

Guest: Rabbi Chezky Sherman

Topics covered

• child education
• summer camp
• parenting
• Jewish culture
• personal growth
• youth development

Keywords

• child investment
• summer camp
• parenting challenges
• Bar Mitzvah
• Jewish music
• finding passion
• education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Monsey Camp Fund

Places: Eretz Yisrael, Chicago

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