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: "How To Kvetch"
June 21st, 2025 | 36 mins 47 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 21, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Seeing is Believing?"
June 21st, 2025 | 29 mins 22 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 21, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 16 - The 20th Century
June 19th, 2025 | 1 hr 13 mins
In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he 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 June 18, 2025. -
Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 7
June 17th, 2025 | 1 hr 10 mins
This is the seventh class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 8. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical.
The class took place via Zoom on June 17, 2025
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Siddur Class #169 - The Modern Era - Rav Kook - Part 2
June 17th, 2025 | 28 mins 53 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - June 17, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Standards over Israel: Being a Jew on Flag Day"
June 14th, 2025 | 34 mins 19 secs
Shabbat Teaching, with Hebrew Union College Rabbinical Student, Jake Petzhold, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 14, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: "A Time for Speech and a Time for Action"
June 14th, 2025 | 26 mins 14 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 14, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 15 - The Islamic World - Part 2
June 12th, 2025 | 1 hr 6 mins
In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he 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 June 11, 2025. -
Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 6
June 10th, 2025 | 54 mins 27 secs
This is the sixth class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 7 verses 10 to 17. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical.
The class took place via Zoom on June 10, 2025
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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 14 - The Islamic World
June 8th, 2025 | 1 hr 6 mins
In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he 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 June 4, 2025. -
Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Sh'lishit Beha'alotekha 5785
June 7th, 2025 | 37 mins 14 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 7, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "God’s Light—In The Next World, And In This One"
June 7th, 2025 | 12 mins 15 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 7, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
June 6th, 2025 | 18 mins 58 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 Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:19
June 4th, 2025 | 58 mins 39 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, June 4, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:19.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Shavuot/Yizkor Sermon: Life is Short. Life is Long."
June 3rd, 2025 | 18 mins 9 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shavuot/Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 3, 2025.
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Shavuot Sermon: “ Gleaning With Ruth.”
June 2nd, 2025 | 8 mins 3 secs
Guest speaker Mathis Chazanov's Shavuot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 2, 2025.