Temple Beth Am Podcasts

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 Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. This session took place via Zoom on November 20, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

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 against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on November 19, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

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: 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 Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. This session took place via Zoom on November 13, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

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 against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on November 12, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

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 conversations for The Streicker Center and the Jewish Broadcasting Service. Rabbi Dov Linzer is the President and Rosh HaYeshiva (Rabbinic Head) of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah, an Orthodox rabbinical school and Torah center, which promotes a more open and inclusive Orthodoxy. He has written for the Forward, Tablet, and The New York Times, and hosted highly popular Torah podcasts. The discussion took place at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles on November 7, 2024.

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: 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 Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. This session took place via Zoom on November 6, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

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 6, 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 5, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Guest Speaker Professor Peter DeCherney's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 2, 2024, introduced by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld. Peter Decherney is an award-winning fine art photographer, filmmaker, and author. He holds the Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Endowed Term Chair in the Humanities at the University of Pennsylvania, where he is Professor of Cinema & Media Studies and Director of the Penn Global Documentary Institute. Peter is the author or editor of seven books including HOLLYWOOD'S COPYRIGHT WARS: FROM EDISON TO THE INTERNET and HOLLYWOOD: A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION. He has also written for The New York Times, Forbes, and Inside Higher Ed, among many other publications. His photographs of global Jewish communities have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and universities. His book of photography and history, (Youtube)

Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 2, 2024. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

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

Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 1, 2024. (Zoom) Special Guest: Nico Losorelli .

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.

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, October 30, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:3. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - October 29, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 25, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom)

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 25, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yizkor Sermon, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 24, 2024. (Originally written for 10/7, given 10/24/24 on the one-year anniversary.) (Youtube)

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

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 Tuesday, October 22, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:2. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon, October 19, 2024, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles. (Youtube)

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 18, 2024. (Youtube)

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, October 16, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 10:28. (Facebook/Zoom)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Yom Kippur Mini-Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 12, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 12, 2024 (Youtube)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Kol Nidre Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 11, 2024. (Youtube)

President Jacqui Jacobs' Presidential Address at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 11, 2024. (Youtube) Special Guest: Jacqui Jacobs.

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Yom Kippur Mini-Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 12, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 5, 2024. (Youtube)

Dr. Erica Rothblum's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 5, 2024. (Youtube) Special Guest: Dr. Erica Rothblum.

Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2024. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's introduction to today's Torah reading at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 3, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 3, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Rosh Hashanah sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 3, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Rosh Hashanah sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 3, 2024. (Youtube)

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2024. (Youtube)