Postville alumnus are all around the globe, on shlichus, teaching, in business and involved in their communities, on this podcast the Postville alumnus share their experiences in the yeshiva, memories and life lessons that they carry with them today.
Postville Alumni Yeshiva podcast
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Postville alumnus are all around the globe, on shlichus, teaching, in business and involved in their communities, on this podcast the Postville alumnus share their experiences in the yeshiva, memories and life lessons that they carry with them today.
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June 14, 2026
Beyond Checking the Boxes: Shmuel Springer on Spiritual Reawakening
<p>In this episode of the <strong>Postville Yeshiva Alumni Podcast</strong>, we are joined by <strong>Shmuel Springer</strong> (often known simply as "Springer"), a Crown Heights native who attended Postville during what he describes as the "end of an era of insanity". Shmuel shares a raw and honest look at his journey from the "incubator" of Yeshiva to the challenges of the workforce and his eventual spiritual reawakening.</p><p><strong>Key highlights of this episode include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Yeshiva "Incubator":</strong> Shmuel explains his concept of Yeshiva as an incubator—a perfect, controlled environment designed to provide bochurim with the necessary skills and information to eventually function in a "scary yet fun" world.</li><li><strong>From "Checking Boxes" to True Connection:</strong> Shmuel opens up about his period of leaving religious practice, explaining that for a time, his Yiddishkeit felt like a "mundane ritual". He describes his reawakening in California and how his experiences allowed him to return to a "more rounded and emotionally infused" life of faith.</li><li><strong>Culinary Roots in the Kitchen:</strong> Recalling his first commercial job in the food industry, Shmuel shares how he was the only student in his year to cook lunch from start to finish—a passion that began with over-excitedly chopping 15 onions and led to his current career in <strong>meat manufacturing and food product development</strong> in Florida.</li><li><strong>The "SPI" Philosophy:</strong> Shmuel discusses the importance of adding <strong>Specific Purposeful Intention (SPI)</strong> to religious rituals. He argues that without intention, a mitzvah is just a routine, but when the two are combined, it becomes a truly spiritual experience.</li><li><strong>Wild Postville Memories:</strong> From the dangerous thrill of <strong>BB gun fights on bicycles</strong> to borrowing the Shluchim’s van for a <strong>4:00 AM Walmart run</strong>, Shmuel revisits the "insane" and creative ways students kept themselves entertained in the middle of Iowa.</li><li><strong>Lessons on Self-Work:</strong> Currently a husband and entrepreneur, Shmuel emphasizes that success in life isn't about the product or service you sell, but about <strong>working on yourself</strong> to become a "functioning human being".</li></ul><p>Join us for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation that explores <strong>culinary passion, the necessity of personal growth, and finding a meaningful path back to one's roots.</strong></p><p></p>
June 7, 2026
Yankees, Knicks, and Yeshiva: A Conversation with Mendel Telsner
<p>In this episode of the <strong>Postville Yeshiva Alumni Podcast</strong>, we are joined by <strong>Mendel Telsner</strong>, a "Crown Heights Proud" alumnus who reflects on what he describes as his "best year of yeshiva hands down". Mendel shares how the unique environment of Postville allowed him to forge his own path in learning and spiritual growth.</p><p><strong>Key highlights of this episode include:</strong></p><ul><ul><li><strong>The 7:30 AM Deal:</strong> Mendel reveals the "deal" he made with Rabbi Levin: in exchange for perfect attendance at <strong>7:30 AM Chassidus</strong> every morning, he was given reshus to fly in to Crown Heights for Yud Shevat..</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Mastering the Gemara:</strong> By utilizing his independent schedule, Mendel spent his afternoons immersed in <strong>Bava Basra</strong>, ultimately finishing the entire volume four or five times—an accomplishment he still cherishes as a moment of "completeness".</li></ul><ul><li><strong>The Cash Advance Industry & Career Advice:</strong> Mendel discusses his transition into the professional world and the specific guidance he sought from <strong>Rabbi Levin</strong> before entering the cash advance industry. He shares the two conditions Rabbi Levin set for him to maintain his spiritual identity while working: keeping a morning learning schedule and taking on a specific daily commitment.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>The Tzedakah Pledge:</strong> In a practical lesson on bitachon (trust), Mendel explains his "pledge system" for charity. He describes how <strong>pledging to give more than he thinks he can afford</strong> at the start of the year has led to consistent blessings and the ability to meet those goals.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Modern Boundaries:</strong> Mendel offers a "rant" on the importance of daily <strong>Rambam</strong> for every Chassid and shares his personal discipline of <strong>turning off his phone</strong> entirely between Mincha and Maariv to stay present.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Postville Nostalgia:</strong> From the "blue bus" rides from Milwaukee to Melava Malkas at the Rubashkin home and the "character" of the Postville community, Mendel revisits the sights and sounds of his formative years.</li></ul></ul><p>Join us for an energetic and honest conversation about <strong>taking ownership of your learning, setting professional boundaries, and the power of radical generosity.</strong><br></p>
May 31, 2026
No Excuse to Exist: Shalom Lipszyc on Being True to Yourself
<p>In this episode of the <strong>Postville Yeshiva Alumni Podcast</strong>, we are joined by <strong>Shalom Lipszyc</strong>, a Long Island native who reflects on his "golden years" in Postville during the transformative era of 2008 and 2009. From humorous dorm pranks to navigating profound personal tragedy, Shalom shares how the tools he acquired in Yeshiva became his lifeline in adulthood.</p><p><strong>Key highlights of this episode include:</strong></p><ul><ul><li><strong>The First Day Odyssey:</strong> Shalom recalls the frantic start to his Postville journey—oversleeping his alarm for a 6:00 AM flight and realizing mid-air that it was his birthday. He shares how a warm birthday Farbrengen in his dorm room set the tone for his two-year stay.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Dorm Life and "Secret Rooms":</strong> A look back at the lighthearted side of Yeshiva, including the quest to clone keys for "secret" locker rooms and the infamous day the students locked the chef in the kitchen for being late with lunch.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>The "Post-Raid" Diet:</strong> Shalom describes the resilience of the community following the Agri-Processors raid, recalling nights spent unloading trucks of donated food in -30 degree weather and living off "Turkish salad" and giant, poorly plucked chickens for weeks.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Finding God in the Forest:</strong> In a deeply moving segment, Shalom shares the story of losing his infant daughter, Esther Gittel. He discusses how the spiritual vocabulary of Yeshiva helped him process grief and how a chance song by Joey Newcomb ("177") provided a miraculous "hug from Hashem" during his darkest hour.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>The Two-Year Rule:</strong> Shalom explains his observation that a second year in Postville is vital for growth, as it takes time to transition from being "mothered" to becoming an independent person who learns for themselves.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>True to Yourself:</strong> Offering advice to the next generation, Shalom emphasizes that "you don't need an excuse to exist" and encourages students to be exactly who they are rather than who others expect them to be.</li></ul></ul><p>Join us for a powerful conversation that balances <strong>classic Yeshiva nostalgia</strong> with <strong>profound lessons on Bitachon (trust)</strong> and the enduring strength of the Jewish soul.</p>
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