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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Shabbat Teaching: Shemini 5786 Shabbat Afternoon
April 4th, 2026 | 28 mins 14 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 4, 2026.
(You Tube)
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Passover Sermon: “P’Tach Lo v’Lanu”
April 3rd, 2026 | 12 mins 33 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 3, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Passover Sermon: "Teiku—Three Ways to Enliven Tonight’s Seder"
April 2nd, 2026 | 14 mins 9 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Passover Sermon, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 2, 2026.
(You Tube)
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Siddur Class #193 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Harold Kushner - Part 2
March 31st, 2026 | 39 mins 53 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - March 31, 2026
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Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat HaGadol Learning
March 28th, 2026 | 24 mins 30 secs
Rabbi Chaim Singer-Frankes' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 28, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "How Does It Feel, To Be a Jew, Today."
March 28th, 2026 | 15 mins 55 secs
Shabbat Sermon by guest speaker, Rabbi Noah Farkas, President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 28, 2026.
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi
March 25th, 2026 | 1 hr 16 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, March 25, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Siddur Class #192 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Harold Kushner - Part 1
March 24th, 2026 | 30 mins 46 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - March 24, 2026
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Shabbat Teaching: Parsha Tzav - What The Divine Desires (Sacrifices & Us)
March 21st, 2026 | 29 mins 11 secs
Rabbinic Intern Adrian Marcos' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 21, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: “I Want You to Want To”
March 21st, 2026 | 14 mins 11 secs
Rabbi Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 21, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Class 5
March 18th, 2026 | 1 hr 1 min
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, March 18, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Siddur Class #191 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Harold Schulweis - Part 2
March 17th, 2026 | 41 mins 3 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - March 17, 2026
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Shabbat Teaching: Vayikra 5786 Shabbat Afternoon Teaching
March 14th, 2026 | 15 mins 8 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 14, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "What Are We Building?"
March 14th, 2026 | 14 mins 36 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 14, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny
March 13th, 2026 | 12 mins 23 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney 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-Cantor Chorney's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Class 4
March 11th, 2026 | 58 mins 35 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, March 11, 2026.
(Zoom)