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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Shabbat Teaching: “Shiva B’Oktober—Israeli Poetry in the Wake of Oct. 7”
August 2nd, 2025 | 25 mins 45 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 2, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: “Looking Outward. Looking Inward."
August 2nd, 2025 | 30 mins 22 secs
The heavy burden (and critical moral skill) of not assuming it is always someone else’s fault.
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 2, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Rashi Class: Exodus 12:22
July 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 37 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, July 30, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:22.
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Siddur Class #171 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Irving Greenberg - Part 2
July 29th, 2025 | 38 mins 19 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - July 29, 2025
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Shabbat Teaching: "Devarim 1:1 - Why *These* Things?"
July 26th, 2025 | 20 mins 27 secs
Rabbinic Intern Adrian Marcos' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 26, 2025, introduced by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Naming our Itinerary and Preparing our Destination"
July 26th, 2025 | 16 mins 22 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 26, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Building Holiness All Around You"
July 25th, 2025 | 11 mins 47 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 25, 2025.
(Zoom)
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Rashi Class: Exodus 12:21
July 23rd, 2025 | 57 mins 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, July 23, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:21.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #170 - The Modern Era - Rabbi Irving Greenberg - Part 1
July 22nd, 2025 | 39 mins 47 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - July 22, 2025
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Shabbat Teaching: "The Age and Wisdom of the Daughters of Tzlofhad"
July 19th, 2025 | 39 mins 20 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 19, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: "The Blessing and Burden of Helping Others Reach Their Potential"
July 19th, 2025 | 30 mins 9 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 19, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
July 18th, 2025 | 18 mins 38 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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Rashi Class: Exodus 12:20
July 16th, 2025 | 46 mins 59 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, July 16, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:20.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Forever Be A Blessing"
July 12th, 2025 | 17 mins 38 secs
Bobby Nooromid's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 12, 2025, reflecting on the temple's recent trip to Eastern Europe.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Turn It Into A Story"
July 11th, 2025 | 5 mins 42 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 11, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Balak 5785
July 5th, 2025 | 37 mins 19 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 5, 2025.
(YouTube/Zoom)