Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 1: Introduction

November 6th, 2024  |  1 hr 17 mins

In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries.

This session took place via Zoom on November 6, 2024.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 11:5

November 6th, 2024  |  56 mins 45 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, November 6, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:5.

(Facebook/Zoom)

Siddur Class #151 - Medieval Kabbalah - Sefirot - Part 2

November 5th, 2024  |  44 mins 18 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - November 5, 2024.

Shabbat Teaching: “A Photographic Essay on the Abuyadaya Jews of Uganda”

November 2nd, 2024  |  37 mins 34 secs

Guest Speaker Professor Peter DeCherney's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 2, 2024, introduced by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld.
Peter Decherney is an award-winning fine art photographer, filmmaker, and author. He holds the Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Endowed Term Chair in the Humanities at the University of Pennsylvania, where he is Professor of Cinema & Media Studies and Director of the Penn Global Documentary Institute.

Peter is the author or editor of seven books including HOLLYWOOD’S COPYRIGHT WARS: FROM EDISON TO THE INTERNET and HOLLYWOOD: A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION. He has also written for The New York Times, Forbes, and Inside Higher Ed, among many other publications.

His photographs of global Jewish communities have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and universities. His book of photography and history,

Shabbat Sermon: ‘Good Enough For Now?’

November 2nd, 2024  |  6 mins 34 secs

Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 2, 2024.

Shabbat Sermon: "The Torah of the Raven"

November 1st, 2024  |  5 mins 51 secs

Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 1, 2024.

Parenting Through The Parsha: Noach

November 1st, 2024  |  8 mins

Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

November 1st, 2024  |  18 mins 9 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 Class: Shemot/Exodus 11:3

October 30th, 2024  |  59 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 Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:3.

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Siddur Class #150 - Medieval Kabbalah - Sefirot - Part 1

October 29th, 2024  |  51 mins 21 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - October 29, 2024.

Shabbat Teaching: Noah Shabbat Minha 5785

October 25th, 2024  |  29 mins 37 secs

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 25, 2024.

Shabbat Sermon: "Time Capsules, Sacred Trash, and Buried Treasure"

October 25th, 2024  |  20 mins 55 secs

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 25, 2024.

Yizkor Sermon: "Existing Permanently In Our Temporary Lives"

October 24th, 2024  |  14 mins 12 secs

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yizkor Sermon, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 24, 2024. (Originally written for 10/7, given 10/24/24 on the one-year anniversary.)

Parenting Through The Parsha: Breishit

October 23rd, 2024  |  8 mins 7 secs

Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 11:2

October 22nd, 2024  |  52 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 Tuesday, October 22, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:2.

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Shabbat Sermon: “For You. X 3”

October 19th, 2024  |  15 mins 53 secs

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon, October 19, 2024, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles.