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

  • Shabbat Sermon: Guest Speaker Dr. Yizhar Hess of the World Zionist Organization

    March 25th, 2023  |  19 mins 48 secs

    Shabbat Sermon with guest speaker Dr. Yizhar Hess of the World Zionist Organization at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 25, 2023. Dr. Hess is introduced by Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:4

    March 22nd, 2023  |  59 mins 41 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, March 22, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:4.

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    Siddur Class #111 - Kaddish - Part 6

    March 21st, 2023  |  32 mins 14 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - March 21, 2023

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    Shabbat Learning: "Sins and Sincerity"

    March 18th, 2023  |  23 mins 45 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 18, 2023.

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    Shabbat Learning: Parshat Pekudei: "Can I Get A Witness?”

    March 18th, 2023  |  12 mins 37 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Cheyva Lehrman's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 18, 2023.

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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    March 17th, 2023  |  17 mins 4 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 7:3

    March 15th, 2023  |  56 mins 46 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, March 15, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:3.

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    Shabbat Learning: Parshat Vayakhel: Inner Generosity

    March 11th, 2023  |  21 mins 29 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Chayva Lehrman's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 11, 2023.

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    Passover Prep Series 2023: Haggadah 101

    March 9th, 2023  |  51 mins 52 secs

    In this class, Rabbi Joshua Cahan delves into the question: what story is the Haggadah telling? The Haggadah is a liturgy text whose focus is actually praise of God for the Redemption from Egypt rather than the complex human drama. In this class, Rabbi Cahan takes a quick tour through Maggid to see how that lens helps us to track its structure. He ends with a few thoughts about how we might find meaning in the act of 'declaring God's wonders'.

    Rabbi Cahan compiled and edited the Yedid Nefesh bencher and is introducing the new Yedid Nefesh Haggadah this Spring. He spent 13 years teaching high school Talmud and Tefilah in New York and 8 summers running the Beit Midrash program at Camp Ramah in Wisconsin. He holds Rabbinic Ordination and a Ph.D. in Talmud from the Jewish Theological Seminary.

    This session took place in person at Temple Beth Am and via Zoom on March 8, 2023. Rabbi Cahan is introduced by Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:2

    March 8th, 2023  |  1 hr 2 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 Wednesday, March 8, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:2.

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    Shabbat Learning: Parashat Ki Tisa & Megillat Esther: "Fighting for Survival"

    March 4th, 2023  |  26 mins 5 secs

    Shabbat Learning with Rabbinic Intern Yael Aranoff, March 4, 2023, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles.

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    Shabbat Teaching: Parashat Tetzaveh 2023: "How do we Give on Purim?"

    March 4th, 2023  |  27 mins 35 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 4, 2023.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:1

    March 1st, 2023  |  54 mins 31 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, March 1, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:1.

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    Siddur Class #110 - Kaddish - Part 5

    February 28th, 2023  |  44 mins 18 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - February 28, 2023

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    Shabbat Learning: "People See Me And Save Me"

    February 25th, 2023  |  16 mins 34 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Learning with Rabbinic Inter Ben Sigal at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 25, 2023.

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    Shabbat Sermon: "Sacred Safe Space"

    February 25th, 2023  |  5 mins 55 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 25, 2023.