About this episode
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 summerParenting in today's world — setting boundaries, building confidence, and why the word "no" has gone missingBar 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 yeshivaWhether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will challenge you, inspire you, and remind you: every kid deserves a summer.00:00:00 Introduction: Why Rabbi Sherman Chose Teaching Over a Six-Figure Salary00:09:17 The Fulfillment of Being a Rebbi: Why No Amount of Money Can Replace It00:13:18 How to Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Young Jewish Adult00:16:22 Parenting in Today's World: Building Confidence, Setting Boundaries, and Saying No00:28:00 Rabbi Sherman's Personal Journey: From Struggling Student to Dedicated Rebbi00:36:12 The Thank You Hashem Debate: Music, Inspiration, and the Path to Torah00:51:35 The Monsey Camp Fund: How One Kid on a Hoverboard Sparked a Movement01:01:01 How the Monsey Camp Fund Works: Helping 850+ Kids Get to Camp Every Summer01:01:29 The Bowling Tournament: Building a Successful Nonprofit Fundraiser from Scratch01:08:32 The Power of a Rebbi Who Cares: The Reb Moshe Feinstein Phone Scam Story01:23:50 Bar Mitzvahs, Anxiety, and Putting Kids First: What Parents Get Wrong01:36:25 Final Thoughts: Partnerships, Giving Back, and Connecting with Your Kids
