Temple Beth Am Podcasts

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, December 4, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:9. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 30, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom)

Guest Rabbi Gershom Sizomu's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 30, 2024. Rabbi Gershom Sizomu is the leader of the Abayudaya Jewish community in Uganda (and whose daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter are active TBA members!) Introduced by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Gershom Sizomu.

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

In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of...

Rabbinic Intern Jake Petzold's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 23, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Jake Petzold.

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 23, 2024. (Youtube)

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

This is the second class in a ten-session series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges agai...

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, November 20, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:8. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - November 19, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 16, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom)

Members of Kibbutz Be’eri, which was tragically invaded by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023, share their harrowing stories and recount their journey of survival, resilience, and strength in the aftermath of that tragic day, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 16, 2024. Introduced by TBA Member/Regional ADL Director Jeffrey Abrams. (Youtube)

Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 15, 2024. (Zoom) Special Guest: Rabbi Nico Losorelli .

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

In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of...

This is the first class in a ten-session series studing the Book of the prophet Amos. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges agains...

This lively discussion features Orthodox Rabbi Dov Linzer and journalist Abigail Pogrebin. It is moderated by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld. Abigail Pogrebin is the author of the National Jewish Book Award finalist My Jewish Year: 18 Holidays, One Wondering Jew” and “Stars of David: Prominent Jews Talk About Being Jewish”. She’s written for The Atlantic, the Forward, and Tablet, and moderates public convers...

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, November 13, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:5. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - November 12, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 9, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Rabbi Nico Losorelli .

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 9, 2024. (Youtube)

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

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.

In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of...