Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Online learning from A Dynamic Center for Conservative Judaism

About the show

Temple Beth Am in Los Angeles celebrates traditional and innovative Judaism and inspires lifelong learning in a warm, embracing community. With creative approaches to traditional prayer, a welcoming ethos that nourishes the soul, and a commitment to rigorous study of our tradition, Temple Beth Am has been a flagship institution of Conservative Judaism since its founding in 1934.

These podcasts share our sermons, classes and other activities.

Our goal is to reach out and enhance the learning and spiritual life of our congregants and listeners around the world.

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Episodes

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    January 9th, 2026  |  20 mins 33 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Kligfeld's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

  • Rashi Study: Shemot/Exodus 12:43

    January 7th, 2026  |  1 hr 1 min

    kly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.43.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Siddur Class #184 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Joseph Soleveitchik - Part 6

    January 6th, 2026  |  41 mins 36 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - January 6, 2026

  • Shabbat Teaching: Shemot Shabbat PM 5786

    January 3rd, 2026  |  30 mins 34 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 3, 2026.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: “When The Eyes Are Closed”

    January 3rd, 2026  |  17 mins 35 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 3, 2026.

    (Youtube)

  • Rashi Study: Shemot/Exodus 12:42

    December 31st, 2025  |  1 hr 4 mins

    Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.42.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Teaching: "(Yaakov's) Life, And Perspective"

    December 27th, 2025  |  36 mins 22 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 27, 2025.

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Praying Through Unbearable Truth"

    December 27th, 2025  |  34 mins 29 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 27, 2025.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Vayyigash 5786 Shabbat PM

    December 20th, 2025  |  30 mins 3 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 20, 2025.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: “Many Dreams, One Dream”

    December 20th, 2025  |  15 mins 56 secs

    Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 20, 2025.

    (Youtube)

  • Shabbat Teaching: Mikketz Shabbat PM 5786

    December 13th, 2025  |  32 mins 8 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 13, 2025.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Lowering the Light: A Judaism Within Reach"

    December 13th, 2025  |  16 mins 7 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 13, 2025.

  • Siddur Class #183 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Joseph Soleveitchik - Part 5

    December 9th, 2025  |  32 mins 50 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - December 9, 2025.

  • Shabbat Teaching: V'tein tal u'matar Seudat Shlishit, December 6th

    December 6th, 2025  |  21 mins 21 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 6, 2025.

    (Youtbue/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Wrestling with Our Selves"

    December 6th, 2025  |  15 mins 19 secs

    Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 6, 2025.

    (Youtbue)

  • Rashi Study: Shemot/Exodus 12.40

    December 3rd, 2025  |  59 mins 28 secs

    Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.40.

    (Facebook/Zoom)