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 #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

  • 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)

  • 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.

    (Youtube)

  • 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.

  • Rashi Class: Exodus 12:29

    August 20th, 2025  |  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, August 20, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:29.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Siddur Class #174 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 2

    August 19th, 2025  |  27 mins 37 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - August 19, 2025

  • Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Shlishit Re'eh 5785

    August 16th, 2025  |  33 mins 40 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 16, 2025.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Shema In Our Lives"

    August 16th, 2025  |  12 mins 58 secs

    TBA Member Michelle Wolf's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 16, 2025.

    (Youtube)

  • Rashi Class: Exodus 12:27

    August 13th, 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, August 13, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:27.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Siddur Class #173 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 1

    August 12th, 2025  |  36 mins 27 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - August 12, 2025

  • Shabbat Teaching: Parashat Eikev: Deuteronomy 8

    August 9th, 2025  |  21 mins 50 secs

    Rabbi Gordon Bernat-Kunin's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 9, 2025.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Nahamu 5785

    August 9th, 2025  |  22 mins 46 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 9, 2025.

    (Youtube)

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    August 8th, 2025  |  19 mins 14 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: Exodus 12:24

    August 6th, 2025  |  58 mins 43 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 6, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:24.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Siddur Class #172 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Irving Greenberg - Part 3

    August 5th, 2025  |  40 mins 9 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - August 5, 2025

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    August 3rd, 2025  |  19 mins 30 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.