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
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi Class 1
February 18th, 2026 | 55 mins 42 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 Rebecca Schatz at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: Reflections on TBAfrica Trip to Kenya and Uganda
February 14th, 2026 | 53 mins 22 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 14, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: Prisoners and Angels, A Sabbatical Send-Off
February 14th, 2026 | 16 mins 55 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 14, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 13th, 2026 | 17 mins 45 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.
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Rashi Study: Shemot/Exodus: 12:50
February 11th, 2026 | 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, February 11, 2026, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.50.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #188 - The Modern Era - Milton Steinberg - Part 1
February 11th, 2026 | 39 mins 51 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - February 10, 2026
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Israel at a Crossroads
February 9th, 2026 | 50 mins 36 secs
A conversation between Tomer Lotan, a visiting Senior Fellow at The Israel Democracy Institute, an independent center of research and action dedicated to strengthening the foundations of Israeli democracy, and Rabbi Adam Kligfeld, exploring the current political and social landscape, February 9, 2026, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles.
(Zoom)
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Israel at a Crossroads
February 9th, 2026 | 31 mins 19 secs
A conversation with Omry Ben David, a Managing Partner at Viola Ventures, fueling early-stage startups on their journey to global success, wiith $1.5B under management and 20+ years in Israel’s tech scene. And Yuval Wollman, President at CyberProof and Managing Director at UST. CyberProof is a cybersecurity platform and services innovator helping enterprises use information technology to solve business problems, without fear of cyber-attacks. Omry Ben David and Yuval Wollman focused on potential solutions to the challenges facing Israel today. This program took place at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 9, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: Surviving Sinai: Finding the דרך When the Road is not Paved
February 7th, 2026 | 23 mins 36 secs
Shabbat Teaching with 2nd year Ziegler Rabbinic Student, Brian Blum, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 7, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "10 Examples of Good Communication to Live By"
February 7th, 2026 | 11 mins 16 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 7, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 6th, 2026 | 17 mins 46 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.
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Rashi Study: Shemot/Exodus: 12:47
February 4th, 2026 | 57 mins 56 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, February 4, 2026, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.47.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #187 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Joseph Soleveitchik - Part 9
February 3rd, 2026 | 32 mins 17 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - February 3, 2026
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Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Shira Seudah Shelisheet Teaching - The Sounds of Celebration (and Creation), part 2
January 31st, 2026 | 27 mins 48 secs
Rabbinic Intern Adrian Marcos' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 31, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: “From Uganda to Minnesota: The Disappointment of Humans and the Glory of God”
January 31st, 2026 | 24 mins
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 31, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
January 30th, 2026 | 18 mins 20 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.