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 #159 - Hasidism - Routine and Distraction in Prayer
February 25th, 2025 | 37 mins 36 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - February 25, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: "This Too is Prayer: An Exploration of the Kaddishes"
February 22nd, 2025 | 27 mins 50 secs
Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 22, 2025.
(Zoom/Youtube)
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Shabbat Sermon: "I'm Still Here"
February 22nd, 2025 | 21 mins 44 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 22, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 21st, 2025 | 19 mins 36 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 12:7
February 19th, 2025 | 42 mins 32 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 19, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:7.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #158 - Hasidism - Katnut and Gadlut
February 18th, 2025 | 31 mins 54 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - February 18, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Mishpatim 5785 - Shabbat Afternoon Putting the Fear of God in You"
February 15th, 2025 | 36 mins 58 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 15, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: Parents Are Demi-Gods. Actually, We All Are!"
February 15th, 2025 | 13 mins 53 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 15, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Sermon: Parashat Yitro: A Refresher on Wisdom
February 14th, 2025 | 6 mins 2 secs
Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 14, 2025.
(Zoom)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 14th, 2025 | 22 mins 32 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 12:6
February 12th, 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, February 12, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:6.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #157 - Hasidism - Words And Letters Of Prayer
February 11th, 2025 | 44 mins 37 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - February 11, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: An Unexpected Leader Parashat Yitro - Seudah Shlishit 2025
February 8th, 2025 | 27 mins 51 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 8, 2025.
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Shabbat Sermon: "The Nile and the Sea – Two (Conflicting) Views of Redemption"
February 8th, 2025 | 18 mins 1 sec
Rabbi Shoshana Cohen's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 8, 2025, introduced by Rabbi Rebecca Schatz.
Rabbi Shoshana Cohen is a Senior Faculty member at the Shalom Hartman Institute and serves as teacher and mentor for North American gap-year students studying in Israel,
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 7th, 2025 | 20 mins 1 sec
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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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 10
February 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 38 mins
In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum 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 February 5, 2025..