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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Yom Kippur Sermon: "Reclaiming Life and Liberty in the Pursuit of Happiness"
October 2nd, 2025 | 20 mins 1 sec
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2025
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Yom Kippur Sermon: "Nothing Stays, Everything Matters: On the Preciousness of Stuff "
October 2nd, 2025 | 18 mins 51 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2025
(Youtube)
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Kol Nidre Sermon: “Is It Worth It? Make It Worth It!”
October 1st, 2025 | 27 mins 25 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfled's Kol Nidre Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 1, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: Yocheved Enters the Promised Land: Her Legacy or Was She 250 Years Old?
September 27th, 2025 | 18 mins 44 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 27, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Loving Each Other, Across the Cracks"
September 27th, 2025 | 14 mins 6 secs
Dr. Erica Rothblum's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 27, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
September 26th, 2025 | 14 mins 43 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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Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "It is Better to be Nice Than Right"
September 24th, 2025 | 20 mins 36 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Rosh Hashanah Mini-Sermon: "To Search for God or to Share God?"
September 23rd, 2025 | 4 mins 50 secs
A Rosh Hashanah Mini-Sermon by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "Play: That's What It's All About!"
September 23rd, 2025 | 21 mins 35 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Rosh Hashanah Sermon: “Israel/Gaza/War—Enough Tears"
September 23rd, 2025 | 30 mins 59 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "Embrace the Limitations"
September 22nd, 2025 | 12 mins 22 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfield's Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 22, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: "Maimonides’ Approach to Repentance: Regret, Confession & Commitment"
September 20th, 2025 | 15 mins 20 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 20, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
September 19th, 2025 | 23 mins 22 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 #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.
(Youtube)
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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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