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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Siddur Class #178 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 6
September 16th, 2025 | 30 mins 4 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - September 16, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Preview to Selichot - Awakening to Our Missteps (But Not Drowning in Them)"
September 13th, 2025 | 30 mins 11 secs
Rabbinic Intern Adrian Marcos' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 13, 2025.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Sweeten the Lives of Others"
September 13th, 2025 | 8 mins 4 secs
Rabbi Tal Sessler's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 13, 2025.
Rabbi Dr. Tal Sessler is an author, scholar, public speaker & spiritual leader.
With his personal warmth, and passion for making Torah relevant to life in the 21st century, Rabbi Sessler promotes a warm & friendly atmosphere that is spiritually inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and socially engaging.
He is the author of three books dealing with philosophy & contemporary Jewish identity.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
September 12th, 2025 | 21 mins 18 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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Siddur Class #177 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 5
September 9th, 2025 | 34 mins 56 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - September 9, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Destiny, Teshuva and Free Will"
September 6th, 2025 | 29 mins 37 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 6, 2025.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Walking Away, Walking Toward"
September 6th, 2025 | 11 mins 25 secs
Guest speaker Avi Neuman's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 6, 2025.
Avi Neuman is the Chief Development Officer for Hillel – The Right to Choose (Hillel) helping thousands of Yotzim – those who leave ultra-Orthodox communities to integrate into wider Israeli society.
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Rashi Class: Shemot 12:30
September 3rd, 2025 | 1 hr 1 min
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, September 3, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.30.
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Siddur Class #176 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 4
September 2nd, 2025 | 36 mins 6 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - September 2, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: Ki Teitze: Returning Lost Objects
August 30th, 2025 | 36 mins 14 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 30, 2025.
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Shabbat Sermon: “Standing in Front of the Mirror of Justice”
August 30th, 2025 | 10 mins 50 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 30, 2025.
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Rashi Class: Exodus 12:29
August 27th, 2025 | 56 mins 51 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, August 27, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:29.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #175 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 3
August 26th, 2025 | 36 mins 18 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - August 26, 2025
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Shabbat Teaching: "Judges and Policemen: Ancient and Modern Rules, Roles and Wisdom."
August 23rd, 2025 | 28 mins 25 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 23, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Finding Rest and Creating Comfort"
August 23rd, 2025 | 7 mins 44 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 23, 2025.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
August 22nd, 2025 | 21 mins 26 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.