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: "Curses and Secrets"
August 22nd, 2026 | 14 mins 49 secs
Rabbinic Intern Leora Pearl's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 22, 2026, introduced by Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny.
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Shabbat Sermon: "The Female Captive, The Month of Elul, Waiting on Some Urges…and Acting On Others—A Sabbatical Reflection."
August 22nd, 2026 | 38 mins 30 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 22, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Elul 2026 - The Four Haftarot - Class 2
August 21st, 2026 | 1 hr 14 mins
The Haftarot and Torah Readings to which they are appended for the High Holy Days present us with real life challenges... and then help us find resolution and a hopeful future. This class, the second of four taught by Rabbi Joel Rembaum, focuses on the readings for the second day of Rosh Hashanah: the Akeda in Bereshit and Jeremiah Chapter 31.
The class was conducted via Zoom on August 20, 2026.
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Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
August 21st, 2026 | 19 mins 31 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 13:1
August 19th, 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 Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 13:1.
(Zoom/Facebook)
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Chapter 3 Verse 6
August 17th, 2026 | 56 mins 30 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 Monday, August 17, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Private or Public Punishment?"
August 15th, 2026 | 36 mins 11 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 15, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Growth and Building, More Important than Winning"
August 15th, 2026 | 24 mins 8 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 15, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Elul 2026 - The Four Haftarot - Class 1
August 14th, 2026 | 1 hr 19 mins
The Haftarot and Torah Readings to which they are appended for the High Holy Days present us with real life challenges... and then help us find resolution and a hopeful future. This class, the first of four by Rabbi Joel Rembaum, focuses on the readings for the first day of Rosh Hashanah.
The class was conducted via Zoom on August 13, 2026.
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Chapter 3 Verse 4
August 12th, 2026 | 50 mins 29 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, August 12, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Moshe, Stuttering and Me"
August 8th, 2026 | 30 mins
Shabbat Teaching with Rabbi-Cantor Malachi Kanfer at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 8, 2026.
Rabbi-Cantor Kanfer serves Kehillat Ma'arav in Santa Monica, Ca.
Introduced by Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Goldilocks, and the Joyful Return"
August 8th, 2026 | 7 mins 45 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 8, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Chapter 3 Verse 2
August 5th, 2026 | 51 mins 17 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, August 5, 2026.
(Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Esh Kodesh (Sacred Fire)"
August 1st, 2026 | 31 mins 30 secs
Rabbi Chaim Singer Franke's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 1, 2026.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon
August 1st, 2026 | 13 mins 32 secs
Library Minyan member Henry Morgen's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 1, 2026.
(Youtube)
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Rashi Study: Megillat Esther with Rashi - Chapter 3
July 29th, 2026 | 58 mins 37 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, July 29, 2026.
(Zoom)