Temple Beth Am Podcasts

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.

Shabbat Teaching: "The End and the Beginning"

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 11, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom)

10-12
32:34

Shabbat Sermon: "Coming Out of Our 2-year-old Sukkot, Shattered and Heavy with Honor"

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 11, 2025. (Youtube)

10-11
13:24

Rashi Class: Shemot 12:32

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 Thursday, October 9, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.32. (Facebook/Zoom) (Recorded in the TBA Succah. Some audio discrepancy.)

10-09
53:32

Sukkot Sermon: Sukkat Shalom: A Sukkah of Peace?

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 8, 2025. (Youtube)

10-09
13:27

Sukkot Sermon: Extending Our Unity

Library Minyan Member Bob Braun's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 7, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Bob Braun.

10-07
08:30

Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Oct. 4, 2025

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2025 (Youtube/Zoom)

10-05
36:35

Shabbat Sermon: Parashat Ha’azinu

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermons at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2025. (Youtube)

10-04
20:31

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

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.

10-03
20:28

State of the Congregation: Temple Beth Am President Jacqui Jacobs

President Jacqui Jacobs' Yom Kippur address at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on October 1, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Jacqui Jacobs.

10-03
11:44

Yom Kippur Sermon: "Nothing Stays, Everything Matters: On the Preciousness of Stuff "

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2025 (Youtube)

10-02
18:51

Yom Kippur Sermon: "Reclaiming Life and Liberty in the Pursuit of Happiness"

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2025 (Youtube)

10-02
20:01

Kol Nidre Sermon: “Is It Worth It? Make It Worth It!”

Rabbi Adam Kligfled's Kol Nidre Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 1, 2025. (Youtube)

10-02
27:25

Shabbat Teaching: Yocheved Enters the Promised Land: Her Legacy or Was She 250 Years Old?

Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 27, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank.

09-28
18:44

Shabbat Sermon: "Loving Each Other, Across the Cracks"

Dr. Erica Rothblum's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 27, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Dr. Erica Rothblum.

09-27
14:06

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

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.

09-26
14:43

Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "It is Better to be Nice Than Right"

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Wednesday, September 24, 2025. (Youtube)

09-24
20:36

Rosh Hashanah Mini-Sermon: "To Search for God or to Share God?"

A Rosh Hashanah Mini-Sermon by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2025. (Youtube)

09-24
04:50

Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "Play: That's What It's All About!"

Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 23, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

09-23
21:35

Rosh Hashanah Sermon: “Israel/Gaza/War—Enough Tears"

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. (Youtube)

09-23
30:59

Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon: "Embrace the Limitations"

Rabbi Adam Kligfield's Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 22, 2025. (Youtube)

09-23
12:22

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