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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Second Day Of Passover: 5781 (2021)
March 29th, 2021 | 7 mins 5 secs
Rabbi Michael Berenbaum's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on March 29, 2021.
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First Day of Passover 5781 (2021)
March 28th, 2021 | 15 mins 51 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on March 28, 2021.
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Shabbath Teaching: Tzav/Shabbat HaGadol
March 27th, 2021 | 26 mins 54 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld, Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny and Rabbi Rebecca Schatz 's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on March 27, 2021.
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Exploring the Parasha: Tzav - Leviticus 6:5-6
March 26th, 2021 | 53 mins 29 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro 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 March 26 2021.
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Passover Prep 2021: Music Of The Seder With Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
March 24th, 2021 | 1 hr 1 min
Rabbi Kligfeld shares/teaches some oldies-but-goodies, some schticky-and-catchy, some poignant-and-sweet and some Hasidic-and-memorable Pesah tunes, representing many different parts of Rabbi Kligfeld’s familial musical repertoire!
This class took place via Zoom on March 24, 2021
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Sources Through Srugim: Tatoos
March 24th, 2021 | 50 mins 28 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 8.
The discussion was conducted via Zoom on March 24. 2021.
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Siddur Class #47: Weekday Amidah - First Bracha: Avot - Part 4
March 23rd, 2021 | 33 mins
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - March 23, 2021 via Zoom.
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Passover Prep 2021: Shir HaShirim Chapters 7-8
March 22nd, 2021 | 56 mins 46 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi leads a study of the biblical book Song of Songs (Shir HaShirim) exploring midrashic, mystical, and contemporary interpretations of this surprisingly sexy and romantic classic. Each of the four class sessions will be independent of the others, so feel free to listen to one or to all four.
This session was conducted at Temple Beth Am via Zoom on March 22, 2021.
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Shabbat Teaching: Tzav
March 20th, 2021 | 23 mins 55 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on March 20, 2021.
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Shabbath : Parshat Vayikra
March 20th, 2021 | 18 mins 32 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld, Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny and Rabbi Rebecca Schat'z Shabbat Teachings at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on March 20, 2021.
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Exploring the Parasha: Vayikra - Leviticus 4:2-3
March 19th, 2021 | 59 mins 18 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro 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 March 19 2021.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
March 19th, 2021 | 15 mins 36 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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Passover Prep 2021: Annual Haggadah Slam
March 18th, 2021 | 1 hr 34 mins
Rabbis from B’nai David Judea and IKAR join Temple Beth Am rabbis sharing interesting angles of Passover learning to use for your Seder.
The podcast includes 3 sessions:
- Magid for Passover in 2021 with Rav Yosef Kanefsky (B’nai David Judea), Rabbi Sharon Brous (IKAR) and Rabbi Adam Kligfeld (Temple Beth Am)
- Arbah Banim: The 4 Children Speaking Torah with Rabbanit Alissa Thomas Newborn (B’nai David Judea) and Rabbi Rebecca Schatz (Temple Beth Am)
- B'nei H orin: The Aches and Joys of Freedom with Rabbi David Kasher (IKAR) and Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny (Temple Beth Am)
These sessions took place via Zoom on March 18, 2021.
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Sources Through Srugim: Shomer Negiya in LGBTQ Relationships
March 17th, 2021 | 55 mins 30 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 7.
The discussion was conducted via Zoom on March 17. 2021.
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Passover Prep 2021: Tal
March 17th, 2021 | 53 mins 20 secs
From parody to poetry, from Trope to Tal, Cantor Chorny takes you on a tour of Passover music and liturgy as it’s evolved from medieval manuscripts to A Cappella viral videos.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 3:14
March 17th, 2021 | 1 hr 21 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 March 17, 2021, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 3:14.