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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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Havdalah Happy Hour — Beth El Podcast Network
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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 first jobs, weekly feelings, and the kind of pre‑recording gossip and mini‑dramas that only the lucky few ever get to hear.
Once we hit record, the fun continued with a very important community debate: team raisins or no raisins in treats. From there, we wandered into memories of Pikesville restaurants we miss, the stories behind them, and the history woven into those beloved spots. We also touched on upcoming holidays, learning opportunities, and all the little things that make this season feel full.
As always, we wrapped with our signature blessing of the week and shonda of the week, bringing warmth, humor, and reflection to close out Shabbat.
