The Franciska Show

Franciska
The Franciska Show

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 looking to outsource the production & promotion - book a call with Franciska to get you started. www.franciskakosman.com www.franciskamusic.com This is a JewishCoffeeHouse.com Podcast

  1. NOV 26

    [RERUN] "When I Worked in Juvie" - With CP Handler,MSW, LISW-S

    Thanks for tuning in for a RERUN episode.   To join the discussion group: email: franciskakay@gmail.com About Our Guest: CP is a client-centered, humanistic therapist who believes that it’s the human within the therapist that creates the space for recovery and self-actualization. CP’s holistic approach to treatment was born out of a deep appreciation for the mind-body connection. After working in vastly different populations, CP discovered early in her career that trauma and mental illness do not discriminate. CP has worked in juvenile prison, methadone maintenance, inner-city homes and schools, residential treatment, foster care and private practice. CP is the co-founder of Atideinu, a non-profit organization that fosters social and emotional development in children. After years of working as a therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant and trainer, CP created Resonant Therapies to help streamline all of these services and more. https://resonanttherapies.com/ https://www.facebook.com/cp.handler/ Episode with Randy: https://www.franciskakosman.com/podcast/episode/1d765ce3/part-2-randys-story-with-juvie-transformation-and-cp     Episode 1 with Emilio: https://www.franciskakosman.com/podcast/episode/3af9d486/emilios-story-with-juvie-transformation-and-cp-p1?fbclid=IwAR18DRT-yVQ6SfnLyCsQQR_V0uLHT7gbvTlzABh1hsMigq21cBaHyruCOP0   Episode 2 with Emilio: https://www.franciskakosman.com/podcast/episode/1b866122/emilios-story-with-juvie-transformation-and-cp-p2?fbclid=IwAR1-X4hdCK0y4WMyXlNicE4nPQuLRn-B2kG0A0qZOZaB3WKt-rT75T4ZsrY   _______________________ If you'd like to book a consult session with Franciska, email: franciskakay@gmail.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode, email: franciskakay@gmail.com Check out www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

    56 min
  2. NOV 19

    [RERUN] The ASIFA Inspiring or Not? - With Dr. Efrat Bruck

    Thanks for tuning in for a RERUN episode.   Was the women's ASIFA a success? Why was it so inspiring? Why were so many many turned off? What did they do right? How could have it been better?  How does Charedi leadership feel about women, their roles and right for self expression? Listen to this episode to hear a frank discussion that brings up all sides.  Check out the original episode on this show with Dr. Efrat Bruck: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-the-issues-brought-up-in-my/id1316933734?i=1000529763337     Link to the latest music release "Times Of Our Lives": Kol Isha https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LypQ6opliv4&feature=youtu.be   If you'd like podcast support, please reach out to franciska@franciskakosman.com   If you'd like to book a consult session with Franciska, click here:  https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5BECR8D49NYV3/checkout/FVSNPB7HVW36LOYAR3L7SJMU   If you'd like to sponsor an episode, click here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5BECR8D49NYV3/checkout/6KYMG7OGFR4Y63C43RREZ5MV Check out www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: 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 on topics in molecular biology, DNA, and genetics that have also recently been translated into foreign languages.  Her videos have been published on the AAMC (American Association of Medical Colleges) website, Khan Academy, and YouTube, accruing millions of views on the latter. Dr. Bruck has published research in Nature, the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, and Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Bruck founded and leads the JOWMA PreMed Society that aims to advance Jewish women, from all backgrounds, in medicine. Dr. Bruck is a fierce advocate for premed students from insular and underrepresented backgrounds and strives to provide them with the resources and tools necessary to compete. (www.jowma.org/pre-med). She was among two out of 200 graduating MDs, PhDs, and MD/PhDs at Sinai’s recent commencement to be awarded the Patricia Levinson Award for the Advancement and Inclusion of Women in Medicine. Dr. Bruck, along with her colleagues at JOWMA, is also currently in the process of constructing a cultural competency curriculum that will help healthcare professionals in New York City hospitals provide culturally sensitive medical care to Jewish populations across the entire spectrum of Orthodoxy. Dr. Bruck’s experiences in education, acceptance to nearly 10 US MD programs, and service on the admissions committee of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have led her to have a highly successful track record helping premeds navigate the medical school application process. She is the founder and CEO of MDInspire, a medical school admissions consultancy that provides professional consulting for fees that are reasonable and a fraction of the standard costs. Dr. Bruck specializes in helping people weave their stories seamlessly through their application, building stellar personal statements and activities sections, interview preparation, and coaching students on how to study smarter, not harder. For more information, please visit: www.MDInspire.com. BlogPost: http://www.rationalistjudaism.com/2021/07/from-bais-yaakov-to-md.html Instagram: drbruck_mdinspire Facebook: Efrat Bruck LinkedIn: Efrat Bruck, MD website: www.MDInspire.com YouTube: Efrat Bruck www.jowma.org/pre-med

    46 min
  3. NOV 5

    Breaking the Stigma: Body Positivity and Cultural Influences - with Dr. Marcy Forta

    Message Franciska to share how a specific episode has impacted YOU. franciskakay@gmail.com     In this episode, Franciska engages in a conversation with Dr. Marcy Forta, who provides insights into her background in business, her personal struggle with an eating disorder, and her efforts to help prevent eating disorders in the Jewish community. Dr. Forta discusses her organization Atzmi, which focuses on addressing body image, self-compassion, and emotion regulation through various age-specific curriculum and parental support. The discussion also covers the pervasive impact of weight stigma, the importance of not commenting on others' bodies, and the need for a cultural shift in how we discuss appearance. Practical advice on managing children's eating habits, dealing with external food influences, and promoting healthy body image within religious constraints is provided. The episode emphasizes the importance of parents' self-care and mindset in modeling positive behavior for their children.   00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events 01:06 Personal Struggles and Biases 01:33 Interview with Dr. Marcy Forta 01:42 Dr. Forta's Background and Journey 04:03 Understanding Eating Disorders in the Jewish Community 06:07 Prevention Programs and Their Impact 11:40 Challenges and Cultural Factors 14:09 Addressing Weight Stigma and Bullying 20:23 Healthy Eating and Body Image 26:40 Religious Lifestyle and Eating Habits 27:28 Navigating Tishrei: Balancing Tradition and Modern Parenting 27:59 Teaching Kids About Hunger and Fullness 28:45 Handling Food Rewards and Treats 29:11 Recognizing Hunger and Fullness in Children 31:19 Balancing Control and Freedom in Children's Diets 32:15 Parental Influence on Children's Eating Habits 35:17 Addressing Body Image and Self-Perception 39:20 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement 47:03 Shifting Mindsets About Health and Body Image 49:12 Final Thoughts and Encouragement     Dr. Marcy Forta EdD, MBA is the founder and director of Atzmi, an organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of Jewish girls through programs that improve their self-esteem, body acceptance, and reduce the focus on outward appearances.  She specializes in eating disorder education, awareness, and prevention, focusing specifically on risk factors and prevention within the Jewish Orthodox Adolescent Female Community. She is also a Body Project Facilitator, and a Certified Holistic Nutritionist. Dr. Forta’s doctoral research focused on community healthcare stakeholders descriptions of religious and environmental risk factors unique to the Jewish orthodox adolescent female community. Community healthcare stakeholders include rabbis, teachers, principals, mental and physical health professionals. Her research was conducted over a period of several years and focused on the U.S. Midwest region. There is long established evidence supporting prevention programs and their impact, this being the impetus to create Atzmi as the evidence suggests that their efficacy is vastly improved when tailored to specific demographics. Her research forms the basis of the eating disorder awareness, education, and prevention programs designed for this community. Dr. Forta lives in Oak Park, Michigan. She is a lecturer, blogger, and sought after expert in the eating disorder field. Her personal website is marcyforta.com.   Links: In a 2012 analysis of 12,000 adults, researchers found that lifestyle habits were a better predictor of mortality than BMI because regardless of someone’s weight class, people lived longer when they practiced healthy habits like not smoking, drinking alcohol in moderation, eating 5 or more servings of fruits and vegetables daily and exercising 12 or more times per month.  -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22218619/ https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/the-obesity-paradox-how-fat-can-be-good-for-you/   https://www.cnn.com/2013/01/16/health/weight-study/index.html   https://qz.com/550527/obesity-paradox-scientists-now-think-that-being-overweight-is-sometimes-good-for-your-health     Check out: www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

    51 min
  4. OCT 29

    From Jerusalem to the Amish: Navigating Feminism, Media & Faith - with Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar

    Message Franciska to share how a specific episode has impacted YOU. franciskakay@gmail.com   In this episode Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar shares her unique journeys and research related to Ultra Orthodox Jewish and Amish communities. Rivka Neria-Ben Shahar discusses her path from growing up in a National Ultra Orthodox community in Israel to earning a Ph.D. with pioneering research on ultra-Orthodox women and media. Rivka recounts her adaptation from Jerusalem to Amish country, highlighting cultural exchanges and genuine friendships formed along the way. The episode delves into the challenges women face balancing motherhood and career, exploring themes of feminism, societal expectations, and personal fulfillment within strict religious frameworks. Through personal anecdotes and rigorous research, the episode contrasts traditional roles with modern lifestyles, providing deep insights into the lives of women in these unique communities.   00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:34 Rivka's Religious and Professional Background 05:21 Journey to Feminism 07:28 Challenges and Conflicts 10:43 Research on Ultra Orthodox Women and Media 14:47 Strictly Observant: The Book 26:51 Fascination with the Amish 31:05 Exploring Community and Tradition 31:48 Admiration and Conflict 32:38 Life Choices and Happiness 33:54 Balancing Career and Family 36:35 Cultural Observations and Personal Reflections 42:33 Religious Practices and Personal Stories 49:05 Cultural Shocks and Comparisons 56:54 Podcast Journey and Reflections 01:00:36 Editing and Reflections on Motherhood About Our Guest:   Dr. Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar is a Ruth Melzer fellow at the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at Penn University. She is a senior lecturer at Sapir Academic College in Sderot, Israel, where she teaches courses on research methods, communication, religion, and gender. She is also a scholar at the Israel Democracy Institute, where she studies media usage among the Ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. Dr. Neriya Ben-Shahar investigates mass media from the perspectives of religion and gender. Her research addresses the tensions existing between religious values and new media technologies among women in Old Order Amish and Ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities. Her book, Strictly Observant: Amish and Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Women Negotiating Media, was published by Rutgers University Press in January 2024. Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.com/Strictly-Observant-Ultra-Orthodox-Jewish-Negotiating/dp/1978805225   Check out: www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

    1h 2m
  5. [RERUN] Healing From A Narcissistic Parent - with Esther Moskovitz, LCSW

    OCT 22

    [RERUN] Healing From A Narcissistic Parent - with Esther Moskovitz, LCSW

    New Song: "Together Again" #Kolisha YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESSraPI2vJA  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2pFt5drG98vA3iSZz1JVdL?si=5b323f0d276c45fa     Message Franciska to share how a specific episode has impacted YOU.  franciskakay@gmail.com     Healing from Narcissistic Parental Wounds: Perspectives and Practical Advice     In this episode, host Franciska has an enlightening conversation with therapist Esther Moskovitz on navigating relationships with narcissistic parents and healing from relational trauma. They discuss the broad spectrum of narcissism, from flamboyant extroverts to psychosomatic narcissists, and its significant impact on parenting and children's sense of self. Key topics include recognizing parental double standards, setting personal boundaries, and the importance of supportive religious leaders within specific cultural contexts. The episode offers practical advice on healing, including dance therapy, journaling, and selecting the right literature and therapist. Esther also emphasizes understanding narcissistic parents as flawed individuals while maintaining self-identity and autonomy.   About Our Guest: Esther Moskovitz, LCSW, from Monsey, NY, specializes in addressing relational trauma and narcissistic wounding. Empowering her clients to heal emotional wounds and rebuild their connection with themselves and others with kindness, compassion, and boundaries, Esther has recently discovered the transformative power of dance and somatic work, recognizing their pivotal role in restoring wholeness and a healthy sense of self. ReclaimingYourself.net  and RhythmicReflections.net     Resources:   Dr. Karyl McBride's website:  https://willieverbegoodenough.com/ She offers self-paced on-line workshops, and in-person intensives. She also has 3 books Will the Drama Ever End? Untangling and Healing from the Harmful Effects of Parental Narcissism  Will I Ever Be Free of You? How to Navigate a High-Conflict Divorce from a Narcissist, and Heal Your Family Will I Ever Be Good Enough? Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers   Books  Gifts From A Challenging Childhood: Creating A Practice for Becoming Your Healthiest Self by Jan Bergstrom LMHC    Facing Codependence: What It Is, Where It Comes from, How It Sabotages Our Lives by Pia Mellody , Andrea Wells Miller , et al.    Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson     Article https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-legacy-distorted-love/202010/understanding-narcissistic-injury   Check out www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

    49 min
  6. Balancing Expectations and Reality for Children with ADHD - with Dr. Sara Markowitz

    OCT 14

    Balancing Expectations and Reality for Children with ADHD - with Dr. Sara Markowitz

    New Song: "Together Again" #Kolisha YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESSraPI2vJA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2pFt5drG98vA3iSZz1JVdL?si=5b323f0d276c45fa   Message Franciska to share how a specific episode has impacted YOU. franciskakay@gmail.com     Navigating ADHD: Insights, Strategies, and Community Support with Dr. Sara Markowitz   In this episode of the Jewish Coffee Podcast, the host introduces a heartfelt new song dedicated to hostage families before welcoming Dr. Sara Markowitz, a clinical psychologist and co-author of 'Kosher ADHD'. The conversation explores the multifaceted nature of ADHD and its impact on the Jewish community. Dr. Markowitz shares her extensive background and discusses comprehensive treatment approaches, including the role of medication, developmentally attuned parenting, and the significance of fostering self-esteem and self-control in children. The episode delves into practical strategies like the 'Five Ps' approach: Perspective, Planning, Practicing, Performing, and Praising, and emphasizes the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and community support. Listeners gain valuable insights into balancing expectations, setting appropriate goals, and understanding the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD.   00:00 Introduction and New Song Announcement 01:04 Welcoming the Guest: Dr. Sarah Markowitz 01:14 Understanding ADHD: Personal and Professional Insights 04:38 The Role of Medication in ADHD Treatment 10:21 Developmentally Attuned Parenting for ADHD 22:10 Setting Specific Goals for Children 23:04 Balancing Expectations in Jewish Parenting 25:03 Understanding Individual Development 28:24 Encouraging Children's Strengths 32:04 Managing ADHD in a Stimulating World 37:19 Personal Reflections and Strategies 39:14 Concluding Thoughts and Community Support   Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.com/Kosher-ADHD-Surviving-Thriving-Torah-Observant/dp/B0CLY8TNB8   Listen to the episode on Orthodox Conundrum: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-the-eisav-complex-raising-orthodox-adhd/id1289716034?i=1000646809711   About Our Guest: Dr. Sara Markowitz, Ph.D. has achieved an incredible amount, in large part due to her personal “ADHD” superpowers.  In addition to obtaining a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Farleigh Dickinson University, Dr. Markowitz is is the founding director of an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Jewish Women at Achieve Behavioral Health, the largest behavioral health center serving the greater Jewish community. Dr. Markowitz continues to develop curriculum and measure clinical outcome research for ADHD parenting groups and integration of ADHD individuals within the Jewish community.  She has developed curricula, currently utilized in schools and families focusing on overcoming challenges of multiple origins. In addition to her formal professional activities, Dr. Markowitz is a mother to five awesome children and is the Rebbetzin of Congregation Shomrei Torah in Fairlawn, New Jersey.   Check out: www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

    47 min
4.8
out of 5
130 Ratings

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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 looking to outsource the production & promotion - book a call with Franciska to get you started. www.franciskakosman.com www.franciskamusic.com This is a JewishCoffeeHouse.com Podcast

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