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

  • Siddur Class #109 - Kaddish - Part 4

    February 21st, 2023  |  17 mins 46 secs

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

  • Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Terumah, 2023/Holy, Separate, Intimate

    February 18th, 2023  |  29 mins 32 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfled's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 18, 2023.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Just Take The First Step"

    February 18th, 2023  |  13 mins 58 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 18, 2023.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    February 17th, 2023  |  17 mins 45 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 6:27

    February 15th, 2023  |  59 mins 56 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, February 15, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:27.

  • Siddur Class #108 - Kaddish - Part 3

    February 14th, 2023  |  31 mins 46 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - February 14, 2023

  • Shabbat Learning: "To the Dogs! A Study of Exodus 22:30"

    February 11th, 2023  |  23 mins 16 secs

    Shabbat Learning with Rabbinic intern Chayva Lehrman at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 11, 2023.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Parashat Yitro: "Where You Lead, I Will Follow"

    February 11th, 2023  |  19 mins 26 secs

    Shabbat Teaching with Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chonry at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 11, 2023.

  • Siddur Class #107 - Kaddish - Part 2

    February 7th, 2023  |  34 mins 30 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - February 7, 2023

  • Shabbat Teaching: Raphael Marcus, Senior Vice President, Programs, HIAS

    February 4th, 2023  |  35 mins 11 secs

    Shabbat Teaching with Raphael Marcus, Senior Vice President, Programs, for HIAS (Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 4, 2023, introduced by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld.

  • Shabbat Sermon: Mitzraim, Midbar and Israel – All Places of Named Struggle

    February 4th, 2023  |  7 mins 28 secs

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

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:26

    February 1st, 2023  |  55 mins 18 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, February 1, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:26

  • Siddur Class #106 - Kaddish - Part 1

    January 31st, 2023  |  33 mins 36 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - January 31, 2023

  • Shabbat Learning: Parshat Beshalach: The Call of Disbelief

    January 28th, 2023  |  19 mins 9 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Chayva Lehrman's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 28, 2023.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "The Three Plagues of Darkness"

    January 28th, 2023  |  9 mins 9 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 28, 2023.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    January 27th, 2023  |  18 mins 50 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.