Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Sources Through Srugim: Beginning to Talk About Homosexuality In Judaism

March 3rd, 2021  |  51 mins 26 secs

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 5.

The discussion was conducted via Zoom on March 3. 2021.

Passover Prep 2021: Music of Passover Part 1

March 3rd, 2021  |  52 mins 1 sec

From parody to poetry, from Trope to Tal, Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny takes you on a tour of Passover music and liturgy as it’s evolved from medieval manuscripts to A Cappella viral videos.

Passover Prep 2021: How to shop: K(osher) for P(assover)

March 2nd, 2021  |  1 hr 37 mins

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz discusses "Shopping for Passover," something that can be challenging, or expensive, or limiting. In 2020, there were leniencies put in place for shopping during the pandemic to be easier, more affordable, less of a headache, AND STILL kosher. Hear tips and find best practices to make shopping for Passover a breeze!

Siddur Class #44: Weekday Amidah - First Bracha: Avot - Part 1

March 2nd, 2021  |  35 mins 20 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - March 2, 2021 via Zoom.

Passover Prep 2021: Shir HaShirim Chapters 1-2

March 1st, 2021  |  1 hr 30 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi leads a study of the biblical book Song of Songs (Shir HaShirim) exploring midrashic, mystical, and contemporary interpretations of this surprisingly sexy and romantic classic. Each of the four class sessions will be independent of the others, so feel free to listen to one or to all four.

Rabbi Havivi is introduced by Rabbi Rebecca Schatz.

This session was conducted at Temple Beth Am via Zoom on March 1, 2021.

Are You Coming Back? - A Personal Conversation About The Jewish Future With Senator Joe Lieberman

March 1st, 2021  |  32 mins 30 secs

In this wide ranging conversation, Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny talks with Senator Joe Lieberman an American politician, lobbyist and attorney who served as a United States Senator from Connecticut from 1989 to 2013. A former member of the Democratic Party, he was its nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 2000 election.

Senator Lieberman describes himself as an "observant" Jew. Since the death in 1967 of his grandmother, a deeply religious immigrant, he found renewed interest in religious observance. Senator Lieberman refers to himself as "observant", as opposed to Orthodox, because he doesn't follow the strict Orthodox code and doesn't want to offend the Orthodox. He and his wife keep a kosher home and observe Shabbat.

Shabbat Teaching: Eternal Flame in a Temporary Dwelling

February 27th, 2021  |  26 mins 34 secs

Rabbinic Intern Josh Jacobs' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on February 27, 2021.

Shabbat Teaching - Morning: Tetzaveh /The Pieces We Wear

February 27th, 2021  |  32 mins 18 secs

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on February 27, 2021.

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

February 26th, 2021  |  13 mins 8 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.

Exploring the Parasha – Purim Torah on Exodus 29: 20-22

February 26th, 2021  |  51 mins 32 secs

In this special Purim edition, Elon Spar plays the role of Rabbi Shapiro and Rebecca Menes plays the role of Rabbi Schatz.

This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on February 26 2021.

Torah Study for Ta'anit Esther 2021/5781

February 24th, 2021  |  1 hr 10 mins

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld leads a study of the Fast of Esther, a fast from dawn until dusk on Purim eve.

This class was conducted via Zoom and Facebook on February 24, 2021.

Sources Through Srugim: The Pill and Other Contraceptives

February 24th, 2021  |  49 mins 15 secs

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 4.

The discussion was conducted via Zoom on February 24, 2021.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 3:12

February 24th, 2021  |  43 mins 1 sec

Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on February 24, 2021, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 3:12.

Siddur Class #43: The 5th Bracha of Maariv

February 23rd, 2021  |  38 mins 57 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - February 23, 2021 via Zoom.

Are You Coming Back? - A Personal Conversation About The Jewish Future With Abigail Pogrebin

February 22nd, 2021  |  49 mins 50 secs

In this wide ranging conversation, Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny talks with Abigail Pogrebin, the author of three books including the most recent, “My Jewish Year: 18 Holidays, One Wondering Jew,” which was a finalist for a National Jewish Book Award. She is also the author of “Stars of David: Prominent Jews Talk About Being Jewish,” for which she interviewed everyone from Ruth Bader Ginsberg to Steven Spielberg about their Jewish identity — a book that was adapted for the Off-Broadway stage. A former producer for 60 Minutes, Abby anchors her own interview series at the JCC in Manhattan (she’s interviewed Sec. of State Madeline Albright, Malcolm Gladwell, Nora Ephron, Roxane Gay, Jonathan Safran Foer, and many others) and also moderates conversations for The Streicker Center, Shalom Hartman Institute, and UJA Federation. She is the Immediate Past President of Central Synagogue in New York City, whose senior rabbi, Angela Buchdahl, is the first Asian-American to be ordained in America.

Shabbat Teaching: Ner Tamid - Eternal Light

February 20th, 2021  |  24 mins

Rabbinic Intern Rachel Cohn's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on February 20, 2021.