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

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Simple in Our Generation - Noach 2023"

    October 14th, 2023  |  31 mins 20 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 14, 2023.

  • Shabbat Sermon: “HaTikvah Sheli”

    October 14th, 2023  |  20 mins 25 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 14, 2023.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 8:14

    October 11th, 2023  |  57 mins 54 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, October 11, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 8:14.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • ISRAEL AT WAR: Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Remarks

    October 7th, 2023  |  15 mins 28 secs

    ISRAEL AT WAR: Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Remarks at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 7, 2023.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 8:12

    October 4th, 2023  |  53 mins 20 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, October 4, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 8:12.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Sukkot Sermon: "Living With Joy"

    October 1st, 2023  |  14 mins 26 secs

    Rabbi Susan Laemmle's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 1, 2023.

  • Sukkot Teaching: Sukkot I 5784

    September 30th, 2023  |  29 mins 33 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's SukkotTeaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 30, 2023.

  • Sukkot Sermon: "Ach Sameah—Happiness is Complicated"

    September 30th, 2023  |  17 mins 15 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 30, 2023.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    September 29th, 2023  |  19 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.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 8:9

    September 27th, 2023  |  55 mins 11 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, September 27, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 8:9.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Yom Kippur Yizkor Sermon: "Living Your Legacy, Writing Ours"

    September 25th, 2023  |  21 mins 44 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yom Kippur Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 25, 2023.

  • Kol Nidre Sermon: "It’s All Holland: Idolizing the Life You Don’t Lead"

    September 24th, 2023  |  26 mins 45 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Kol Nidre Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 24, 2023.

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Shabbat Shuva - Again and Again"

    September 23rd, 2023  |  19 mins 36 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2023.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Repair As The Antidote To A Dystopian Society"

    September 23rd, 2023  |  16 mins 51 secs

    Dr. Erica Rothblum's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2023.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    September 22nd, 2023  |  16 mins 52 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.

  • Siddur Class #122 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 10

    September 19th, 2023  |  39 mins 55 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - September 19, 2023.