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: Captives on the Carousel of Time

    November 7th, 2020  |  23 mins 47 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Josh Jacob's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 7, 2020.

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    Shabbat Sermon - Morning: Vayera

    November 7th, 2020  |  25 mins 38 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 7, 2020.

  • Shabbat Sermon (And Prayer For Our Country) - Morning: Vayera

    November 7th, 2020  |  15 mins 52 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 7, 2020. The podcast opens with Rabbi Kligfeld's Special Prayer For Our Country.

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    Exploring the Parasha – Vayera: Lot Decides his GPS Marker

    November 6th, 2020  |  57 mins 26 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 November 6, 2020.

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    Sources Through Srugim: Minyan And A Little Hecksher

    November 4th, 2020  |  50 mins 39 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 episode 4.

    The discussion was conducted via Zoom on November 4, 2020.

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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    November 4th, 2020  |  14 mins 14 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the 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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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    November 4th, 2020  |  14 mins 14 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: Shemot/Exodus 2:21

    November 4th, 2020  |  1 hr 22 secs

    Rashi Class conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 4, 2020.

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    Navigate and Master The Prayerbook - Getting Through the Weekday Amidah

    November 3rd, 2020  |  47 mins 25 secs

    Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny leads an adventure through the siddur focused on structure, themes and music of the Jewish prayer experience. All Hebrew levels welcome.

    This class was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on November 3,, 2020.

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    Siddur Class #28 Shacharit: Third Paragraph of the Shema Part 2

    November 3rd, 2020  |  35 mins 31 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - November 3, 2020 via Zoom.

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    Shabbat Teaching: Breaking Up a Party - Perspectives on Hagar’s Banishment

    October 31st, 2020  |  24 mins 35 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Rachel Cohn's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on October 31, 2020.

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    A Prayer For Our Country - Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    October 31st, 2020  |  9 mins 34 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Prayer For Our Country at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on October 31, 2020.

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    Shabbat Teaching- Lech-Lecha

    October 31st, 2020  |  18 mins 23 secs

    Rabbinic Interns Rachel Cohn and Josh Jacobs' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on October 31, 2020.

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    Shabbat Sermon - Morning: Lech-Lecha

    October 31st, 2020  |  6 mins 12 secs

    Rabbi/Cantor Hilliary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on October 31, 2020.

  • Exploring the Parasha – Lech-Lecha: Separating for Love

    October 30th, 2020  |  58 mins 1 sec

    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 October 30, 2020.

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    Sources Through Srugim: Single And In A Jewish Leadership Role

    October 28th, 2020  |  1 hr 1 min

    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 episode 3.

    This discussion was conducted via Zoom on October 28, 2020.