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

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 5:4

    April 19th, 2022  |  46 mins 31 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 Tuesday, April 19, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 5:4.

  • Passover II Sermon: "Concepts of Liberty: American versus Jewish"

    April 17th, 2022  |  15 mins 20 secs

    Rabbi Elliot Dorff's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on April 17, 2022,

  • Shabbat/Passover Sermon: “Who knows Four?”

    April 16th, 2022  |  9 mins 52 secs

    Joel Grossman's Shabbat/Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on April 16, 2022.

  • Passover Prep: Haggadah Slam

    April 10th, 2022  |  1 hr 9 secs

    Temple Beth Am clergy lead a deep dive into a piece of our Haggadah and explore a theme from three different angles that you can take back to your seder.

    The discussion took place at Temple Beth Am Los Anageles and via Zoom on April 7, 2022

  • Shabbat Teaching: Frogs Here, Frogs There, Frogs Were Jumping Everywhere

    April 9th, 2022  |  23 mins 8 secs

    Rabbinic Resident Jacki Honig's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 9, 2022.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "We Are Not In Control. And We Are Always In Control."

    April 9th, 2022  |  17 mins 19 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 9, 2022.

  • Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth - Metzora

    April 8th, 2022  |  50 mins 59 secs

    Rabbis Matt Shapiro and Rebecca Schatz lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha.

    This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on April 8, 2022.

  • Halakha 101: Jewish Law, Practices and Customs - Class 12 - Kashering For Pesach

    April 8th, 2022  |  22 mins 15 secs

    HalaRabbi Rebecca Schatz leads a Zoom class diving into Jewish Law surrounding Kashrut and Shabbat (to begin with) through the original and traditional sources. No prior knowledge, interest or expertise needed. Just interest in learning, in questioning, in potential for excitement and flexibility to see law vs. custom when appropriate.

    This class was conducted on April 5 , 2022

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    April 8th, 2022  |  16 mins 25 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 5:3

    April 6th, 2022  |  59 mins 28 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, April 6, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 5:3.

  • Siddur Class #85 - Tachanun - Part 9

    April 5th, 2022  |  41 mins 32 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - April 5, 2022

  • Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth - Tazria

    April 5th, 2022  |  51 mins 25 secs

    Rabbis Matt Shapiro and Rebecca Schatz lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha.

    This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on April 1, 2022.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Tamei and Tahor - Unprepared vs Ready for Connection

    April 2nd, 2022  |  30 mins 56 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 2, 2022.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    April 1st, 2022  |  18 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.

  • Passover Prep: How To Have A Creative Seder

    March 31st, 2022  |  1 hr 15 mins

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz leads a class discussing various ways to make the seder more meaningful.

    The discussion took place at Temple Beth Am Los Anageles on March 31, 2022

  • Passover Prep: How To Shop Kosher For Pesach

    March 31st, 2022  |  57 mins 18 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz discusses Passover guidance from the Conservative Movement as well as leniencies due to the covid epidemic.

    The discussion took place via Zoom on March 29, 2022