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: "Pluralism and the Spectrum of Judaism's"
July 2nd, 2022 | 31 mins 7 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 2, 2022.
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Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth - Shelach
June 28th, 2022 | 52 mins 12 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 June 24, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Is The Chief Rabbinate's Monopoly Good For Israel?"
June 25th, 2022 | 18 mins 36 secs
Rabbi Aaron Leibowitz Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 25, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: Some Remarks after the SCOTUS Decision
June 25th, 2022 | 9 mins 15 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 25, 2022.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 5:16
June 22nd, 2022 | 57 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, June 22, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 5:16.
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Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Shlakh
June 18th, 2022 | 31 mins 5 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on June 18, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Perfect Inside Before Out"
June 18th, 2022 | 8 mins 35 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 18, 2022.
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Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth - Beha'alotecha
June 17th, 2022 | 51 mins 38 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 June 17, 2022.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 5:14
June 15th, 2022 | 58 mins 27 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, June 15, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 5:14.
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Siddur Class #89 - Uva letzion - Part 4
June 14th, 2022 | 24 mins 30 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - June 14, 2022
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Shabbat Teaching: "God Protects Weary Feet: A Peek at the Magic in Behaalotekha"
June 11th, 2022 | 29 mins 20 secs
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Shabbat Sermon: “You’ve Got This. Now Go Get it.”
June 11th, 2022 | 11 mins 27 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 11, 2022.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
June 10th, 2022 | 18 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.
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AMERICAN SHTETL: A Conversation
June 9th, 2022 | 1 hr 23 mins
Rabbi Kligfeld sits down with acclaimed professors David Myers and Nomi Stolzenberg to discuss their new book about Kiryah Joel, the Satmar Hasidic, Yiddish-speaking village that emerged from the town of Monroe, NY, part of the extenede community Rabbi Kligfeld served for nine years before coming to Temple Beth Am.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 5:14
June 8th, 2022 | 58 mins 2 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, June 8, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 5:14.
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Siddur Class #88 - Uva letzion - Part 3
June 7th, 2022 | 39 mins 43 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - June 7, 2022