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: "People of the Book, Or People of the Song."

    September 28th, 2024  |  16 mins 54 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 28, 2024.

  • Parenting Through The Parsha: NItzavim

    September 27th, 2024  |  7 mins 53 secs

    Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 10:27

    September 25th, 2024  |  53 mins 57 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 25, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 10:27.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Siddur Class #148 - Maimonides on Prayer - Part 4

    September 24th, 2024  |  35 mins 15 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - September 24,, 2024

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Trying To Be Good."

    September 21st, 2024  |  15 mins 55 secs

    Jewish Theological Seminary Rabbinical Student Claire Davidson Bruder's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 21, 2024.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Tzedakah: Not Just A Nice Thing to Do."

    September 21st, 2024  |  12 mins 56 secs

    Jewish Theological Seminary Rabbinical Student Claire Davidson Bruder's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 21, 2024.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Choosing Gratitude."

    September 20th, 2024  |  6 mins 56 secs

    JTS Rabbinical Student Claire Davidson Bruder's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 20, 2024.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    September 20th, 2024  |  19 mins 8 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 #147 - Maimonides on Prayer - Part 3

    September 17th, 2024  |  41 mins 31 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - September 17,, 2024

  • Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Shlishit Ki Tavo 5784

    September 14th, 2024  |  25 mins 8 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 14, 2024.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "Open Your Senses To Mystery"

    September 14th, 2024  |  13 mins 39 secs

    Guest Darshan (and soon-to-be-married) Boaz Willis' Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 14, 2024.

  • Parenting Through The Parsha: Ki Teitzei

    September 13th, 2024  |  9 mins 38 secs

    Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    September 13th, 2024  |  17 mins 19 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 10:22

    September 11th, 2024  |  1 hr 50 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 11, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 10:22.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Careful the Things You Say: Understanding Jewish Ideas Around Damaging Language."

    September 7th, 2024  |  36 mins 57 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 7, 2024.

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Holding, Writing, and Repairing our Personal Torah"

    September 7th, 2024  |  32 mins 58 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 7, 2024.