The Beth El Podcast Network

Send us Fan Mail Beth El Congregation presents My Story, hosted by Dr. Eyal Bor.  Get to know cellist Evan Drachman as he talks about his career, family and connection to Beth El Congregation. He also entertains us with a few special musical selections.   Hear his interesting story about the very special cello he plays and more!

Send us Fan Mail As we get ready for the High Holidays, it’s time to reflect not just on the fun moments, but on our spiritual lives as well. Just like we judge others, we need to take this time of year to judge ourselves with honesty and humility.  In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat morning...

Send us Fan Mail The Rabbi's Dog. Even though pets don't speak our language, they somehow become part of our lives and even our spiritual journeys. In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Friday evening at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us Fan Mail During the Shabbat sermon at Beth El Congregation, Rabbi Dana Saroken shared a heartfelt letter she wrote to the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. 

Send us Fan Mail Esti Zenati is joined by Jewish writer, activist and co-host of the We Should All Be Zionists podcast with Dr. Einat Wilf. They talk about Blake's activism experience and why he has chosen to be active in the fight against antisemitism, Zionism, his recent aliyah  and more! 

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is our Torah Talk from this past Shabbat with Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Naomi Zaslow, and Ben Kreshtool. 

Send us Fan Mail Last month, catcher Danny Jansen became the first player in Major League Baseball history to play on both teams in the same game. Did you know Rabbi Schwartz once led services at two different shul's on the same Shabbat morning?  In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Schwartz's sermon from this past Friday evening Shabb...

Send us Fan Mail As the kids head back to school and we settle into the fall routine, join us for a cozy and fun-filled Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the vibrant world of Kosher Baltimore , exploring the best eats and treats our city has to offer. We’re also thrilled to welcome our special guest, Cantor Emily Ellentuck, who will share some insights and ma...

Send us Fan Mail Exams, hardships, Jewish traditions and the story of a flat tire... In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail The Rabbi and Her Dress! In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Friday evening.

Send us Fan Mail Clergy Talk from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore with Rabbi Schwartz, Rabbi Zaslow and Cantor King. 

Send us Fan Mail After a refreshing week away, we're back with a brand-new episode of Havdalah Happy Hour! Tune in as we share stories from our recent vacations, unravel some conspiracy theories, and debate whether the media is helping or hurting us with their news coverage. Are globes and encyclopedias relics of the past? And, we kick off the planning for an epic energy drink taste test—beca...

Send us Fan Mail The moms are back and we dive into the latest Olympic drama, swap stories about planning our big 40th birthday bashes, and hear all about Risa's awkward moment at school. Plus, we're doing a taste test of the new Dunkin Spiked Iced Coffee—because what’s a podcast without a little caffeine? Tune in for a fun-filled episode that’s as relatable as it is entertaining. Don&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Esti Zenati is joined by a special guest, Dr. Einat Wilf. They discuss the importance of Zionism, the right path to peace in the Middle East, and her latest book, We Should All Be Zionists.

Send us Fan Mail Olympics, Prayer and Desire. In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's full sermon from this past Friday evening Shabbat service at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Today, we dive into the world of news consumption, discussing where and how people get their news. We'll also explore the latest international prisoner swaps and their global impact, as well as the latest updates from the Olympics. Plus, Jill shares her new hobby with us, adding a fun twist to the show. Tune in for these discussions and much more on this week's episode o...

Send us Fan Mail Sports trivia and Torah. In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another exciting episode of the Havdalah Happy Hour! This week, we discuss the much-anticipated kickoff of the Olympics, a major disruption to air travel that left thousands stranded and frustrated, and the chaos that erupted in Washington, DC.  Grab your favorite drink and join Ben, Jeremy, and Jill for Havdalah Happy Hour!

Send us Fan Mail Clergy Talk from Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore with Rabbi Zaslow and Ben Kreshtool. 

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Welcome to another enlightening episode of Havdalah Happy Hour! Ben is back from his trip to Israel. We recap his journey and share a failed attempt to prank Jill.  But that's not all—we delve into the latest headlines with a discussion on the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.  Pour yourself a drink and unwind with the Havdalah Happy H...

Send us Fan Mail Clergy Talk from Shabbat at Beth El Congregation with Rabbi Zaslow and Ben Kreshtool. 

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! We are back for a special daytime episode of the Havdalah Happy Hour.  Ben, Jeremy, and Jill are joined by special guest, Rabbi Naomi Zaslow. Today we discuss our plans for the upcoming holiday weekend, including an upcoming trip to Israel. Who made the list for our Shanda of the week? Pull up a chair, pour a drink, and join us for Havdalah Happy Hour! 

Send us Fan Mail Clergy Talk from last weekend's Pride Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore, with Rabbi Schwartz and Rabbi Zaslow. 

Send us Fan Mail "With this Pride Shabbat, it's easy to fall into a mistake that what we're doing is new or wouldn't have been accepted in the past. But, I think that this week's Torah reading is telling us exactly the opposite. We get to be who we are and we get to celebrate our past and all the sages of our traditions."  In case you missed it or would like to share...

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Ben, Jeremy, and Jill are back. Tonight we recap Shavout, summer camp, and an unplanned visit to CowTown USA. Who made the list for our Shanda of the week? Pull up a chair, pour a drink, and join us for Havdalah Happy Hour!