The Beth El Podcast Network
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.
Episodes
291 episodes
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.
Havdalah Happy Hour — Beth El Podcast Network
This week’s episode is pure behind‑the‑scenes joy as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck settle in for a conversation that feels like sitting at the table with your favorite people. Before the mics were even on, we dove into ...
It's Parsha Time! (May 13, 2026)
Join Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week's Parasha.
Morah to Talk About: Teacher Appreciation, Book Fair Magic & Vehicle Day Adventures
Morah to Talk About : Teacher Appreciation, Book Fair Magic & Vehicle Day AdventuresHosted by Sami Halle with Morahs Janice Hurwitz, Kenzie Lewis, and Kayla Jackson, this episode is ...
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (May 9, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (May 9, 2026)
Havdalah Happy Hour (May 9, 2026)
This week’s episode is a full‑on nostalgia trip as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck dive into the memories, malls, and mayhem that shaped so many of our childhoods.We kick things off with the two constants of Havda...
It's Parsha Time! (May 7, 2026)
Join Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week's Parasha.
Kvetch and Co. (April 29, 2026)
Your moms are BACK.This week on Kvetch & Co., we’re unpacking it all — picture‑day nostalgia, music‑video throwbacks, field‑trip chaperone drama, the wild world of curated TikToks, girls’ beach trips, and every little life moment...
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore (May 2, 2026)
"In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore." (May 2, 2026)
Havdalah Happy Hour (May 2, 2026)
This week’s episode is peak classic Havdalah Happy Hour energy as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck dive into the everyday debates, memories, and hilarity that make this hour the happiest.We kick things off with the...
It's Parsha Time! (April 30, 2026)
Join Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week's Parsha.
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation (April 25, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (April 25, 2026)
Havdalah Happy Hour (April 25, 2026)
This week, the whole crew is back together and celebrating Yom Ha’atzmaut — Israel’s 78th birthday with all the joy, nostalgia, and spirited conversation you’d expect from Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck.We kicked ...
It's Parsha Time! (April 22, 2026)
Join Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week's Parashat.
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (April 18,, 2026)
Havdalah Happy Hour (April 18, 2026)
The gang is finally back together after a few weeks away, and the energy is exactly what we needed. Join Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck as we dive into all things Passover, plus a recap of the holidays we’ve celebrated s...
Cantor Melanie Blatt Schuster interviews Joe Buchanan
Joe Buchanan sat down with Cantor Melanie Blatt Schuster for a deep‑dive into his brand‑new album Heaven and Earth—15 tracks of original Jewish country music straight from the heart.They talked about the stories behind the songs (inclu...
Sisterhood Shabbat Sermon (April 11, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is the Sisterhoods sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (April 11, 2026)
Rabbi Steven Schwartz's Shabbat Sermon (March 28, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore (March 21, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (March 21, 2026)
🎙️ Havdalah Happy Hour (March 21, 2026)
This week’s episode is a true treat as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Sami Halle welcome special guest Rachel Lipman — a fifth‑generation winemaker and meadmaker at Loew Vineyards in Mt. Airy, Maryland, home of Maryland’s first Kosher winery.<...
Morah to Talk About: Glitter, Groggers & Matzah Crumbs
Hosted by Sami Halle and featuring the voices of our incredible Morahs — Janice Huritz, Kayla Jackson, and Ashley Aragon — Episode 2 dives straight into the joyful whirlwind of spring holidays, classroom chaos, and t...
Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore (March 14, 2026)
In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (March 14, 2026)