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The Beth El Podcast Network

Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

The Chai Life at Beth El Congregation is our flagship podcast, blending Judaism with contemporary issues. Engaging and informative, it sparks intriguing conversations to educate and entertain, both in the Jewish community and beyond. 

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  • Yesterday · 22 min

    Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network!

    Send us Fan Mail We’re back with another brand-new episode of Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network! This week, Ben Kreshtool, Rabbi Lowenberg, and Cantor Emily hold down the fort while sending all our love to Jill during her epic moving extravaganza (hang in there with the boxes, Jill!). Fresh off Election Day, the crew breaks down the voting experience—from polling stations in gyms and schools to paper vs. electronic ballots, mail-in debates, and the ever-important "I Voted" sticker review. Plus, Ben brings the heat with a bold automotive claim: backing out of a parking space simply isn't that hard. We also take a sweet trip down memory lane comparing our curated '90s Spotify playlists with the lost art of burning custom mix CDs back in the day. Most importantly, we’re looking ahead to two monumental community moments: Rabbi Saroken’s Installation Weekend (make sure you register for all events!) and a special Veterans Shabbat, honoring everyone who has served and inviting our veterans to wear their uniforms with pride. And as always, we wrap it all up with our signature blessing and the Shonda of the Week. Tell us in the comments: are you team radio, CD's, and streaming apps for music?

  • November 1 · 22 min

    Havdalah Happy Hour on The Beth El Podcast Network

    Send us Fan Mail Does anyone actually understand daylight saving time? ⏰😵‍💫 Losing an hour, making your bed (or not), glasses vs. contacts, and surviving the pure nightmare of moving boxes—this week on Havdalah Happy Hour, Jill, Ben, and Cantor Emily cover it all, complete with our signature Shonda of the Week. Stream the full conversation now on YouTube and all audio platforms! ✨

  • October 25 · 24 min

    Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network

    Send us Fan Mail We’re back with another episode of Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network! With Ben Kreshtool away on vacation (we miss you, Ben!), Jill Suffel and Cantor Emily are joined by long-time listener, first-time caller—Rabbi Lowenberg! In this episode, the crew uncovers the Rabbi's hidden talent (spoiler: it involves perfectly folding a fitted sheet 🛏️), takes a walk down memory lane with Mad Magazine, DVDs, VHS tapes, and CDs, and talks all things Baltimore sports and current life happenings. As always, we wrap things up with our signature blessing and the Shonda of the Week. Watch the full video on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts—and let us know in the comments: do you still own a working VCR or DVD player?

  • October 17 · 29 min

    Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network

    Send us Fan Mail We’re back with another season of Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network! Did you miss us? Because we missed you! ✨ In our season premiere, Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck catch up on summer adventures and High Holiday memories before diving into what’s next—from Rabbi Saroken’s Installation Weekend and the return of Religious School to an epic '90s-themed Chanukah rave. Plus, the crew settles the ultimate hot dog topping debate, gets hit with a heavy dose of retro nostalgia (remember landlines and old-school board games?), and wraps up with our signature blessing and Shonda of the Week. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your favorite hot dog topping in the comments! 🎧✨

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