Send us a text This week on Havdalah Happy Hour, we’re mixing up more than just kiddush cups! Rabbi Saroken joins us as we continue our debate from last week about burnt bagels and well done pizza. Rabbi Saroken shares her unique connection with airports and we play a quick game of Jewish cemetery trivia. Meanwhile, Emily rolls in with our brand-ne…

Steven is joined by Corban Ford from The Center Hub and they discuss 12 teams or players and where they rank on the panic meter early on. Most teams and players discussed have underwhelmed early in the season. Which teams and players are they worried about? Tune in to find out!

Send us a text Kvetch & Co is back for Season 2 on the Beth El Podcast Network. We jump right into things with these four fabulous moms recapping the highs (and kvetch-worthy lows) of the recent High Holy Days. But it doesn’t stop there! The mom’s take us through their adventures in everyday life, from debating the merits of Starbucks holiday drink…

Send us a text "Judaism suggests to us in many ways that life is less about reaching a final destination than it is about experiencing the journey along the way..." 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.…

Send us a text Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network is back and better than ever! This week, Cantor Emily Ellentuck joins us to share her journey from the deserts of Arizona to the rolling hills of Maryland. From adjusting to Daylight Savings Time to marveling at the fall foliage, we cover it all. Plus, we debate the merits of pineapp…

Send us a text Jumping into Genesis, Rabbi Schwartz and Rabbi Saroken delve into our weekly Torah portion, continuing this week with Lech Lecha. Why did Abraham follow God's call to leave his home? How willing would you be to take a leap and go into the unknown? Tune in next week when we discuss Gomorrah - a city destroyed by fire or a Jerry Garcia…

Send us a text This past Shabbat our Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool discussed his recent journey back to Poland.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text Grab a seat and pour yourself a drink—it’s time for the return of The Havdalah Happy Hour! In our brand new season opener, we’re diving into the highs and lows of this past holiday season. Join us as Ben takes us behind the scenes of his Yom Kippur preparations and shares a few unusual moments he spotted from the bimah. And, of cours…

Send us a text Jumping into Genesis, Rabbi Schwartz and Rabbi Saroken delve into each Torah portion in Genesis, starting with Noach, to explore timeless lessons and challenges relevant to modern life. They discuss the themes of creation and renewal, reflecting on how Noach’s story serves as both a tale of divine judgment and human resilience. We al…

Steven is joined by Corban Ford and Corban has a big announcement! After that, they discuss some of the top storylines in the first week of the NBA season. They discuss some teams who surprised them thus far, and some teams that have disappointed them.

Send us a text "How do we begin this year so full of new dreams? How do we find the courage to translate those dreams into a reality?" In case you missed it or would like to share, here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Steven is joined by Corban Ford and they each give their predictions of final standings, playoff outcomes, and award winners for the 2024-25 NBA season. Tune in!

Send us a text Beth El Congregation's My Story - featuring Tammra Sigler and moderated by Dr. Eyal Bor. Tammra’s paintings and monotypes are part of the permanent collections of The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C., and the Baltimore Museum of Art, as well as many private and corporate collections nationally and internationall…

Send us a text "We don't know what tomorrow will bring. We don't know if it will feel safe, comfortable or easy to live as a Jew. But, what we do know is that when we focus on the moment, when we allow ourselves to dance, sing, or to give gratitude, then sometimes in all of those things we can experience a sense of joy that's unexpected." In case y…

Send us a text "Prayer enables me to see the beauty in the world. Prayer places me in the story of Am Yisrael, the Jewish people, and reminds me that I'm a link in a chain of an ancient and sacred tradition, and I have a responsibility to make sure it continues." In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's Yom Kippur ser…

Send us a text "As a people we still have a long journey ahead. We still have countless battles that await us and we might have no choice other than to hold on tightly to the blessings amidst the curses, to smile even as we cry, to feel our strength even when we're scared, and to hold our faith even when we feel doubt." In case you missed it or wan…

Send us a text "We will rebuild ourselves. We will rebuild our relationships. We will rebuild our lives and we will rebuild our world...The Jewish people will be here and will thrive forever." In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends, here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's full sermon from the first day of Rosh Hashanah at Be…

Send us a text "Live proudly as a Jew!" During his Rosh Hashanah sermon, Rabbi Steven Schwartz reflects on the difficulty of these High Holy Days, shaped by the horrific events of October 7th, rising antisemitism, and the recent missile attacks on Israel. In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends, here is Rabbi Schwa…

Send us a text In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Steven and Corban discuss the Knicks-Timberwolves trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks and Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to the Timberwolves. They talk about this deal from the perspective on the court, as well as why the Timberwolves were financially incentivized to do this team. Tune in!…

Send us a text In the season 1 finale of The Havdalah Happy Hour, Ben takes us on a journey through his recent trip to Poland, sharing his experiences and reflections. As the High Holy Days approach, we dive into all the preparations and meaningful moments ahead. And of course, we can't wrap up the season without our "Shonda of the Week" – where we…

Send us a text In the season 1 finale of Kvetch & Co, we're diving into the world of kid birthday parties and ask the eternal question: To goodie bag or not to goodie bag? And why does it feel like we’re planning a small wedding for a 5-year-old?! Plus, we’re tackling those after-school meltdowns and bedtime sagas. If you’ve ever found yourself Goo…

Send us a text Torah Talk from this past Shabbat with Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken and Naomi Zaslow.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Steven is joined by ESPN's NBA Front Office Insider and former Brooklyn Nets Assistant GM, Bobby Marks! Bobby discusses how he worked his way up from intern to assistant GM for the Nets. Additionally, they discuss the infamous Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett trade! The two also discuss superstar trades that almost happened during Bobby's tenure in Br…

Send us a text In this special bonus episode on the Beth El Podcast Network, we are joined by Cantor Thom King and Dr. Sanford Siegel for a heartfelt conversation about the upcoming Prostate Cancer Walk / Run on September 29 at Towson University. Cantor King shares his personal journey with prostate cancer—his diagnosis, treatment, and recovery—and…

Send us a text Beth El Congregation presents My Story, hosted by Dr. Eyal Bor. Get to know cellist Evan Drachman as he talks about his career, family and connection to Beth El Congregation. He also entertains us with a few special musical selections. Hear his interesting story about the very special cello he plays and more!…

Send us a text As we get ready for the High Holidays, it’s time to reflect not just on the fun moments, but on our spiritual lives as well. Just like we judge others, we need to take this time of year to judge ourselves with honesty and humility. In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Steven Schwar…

Send us a text The Rabbi's Dog. Even though pets don't speak our language, they somehow become part of our lives and even our spiritual journeys. In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Friday evening at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.…

Steven is joined by Garrett Bugay from the Dunkin' Dynasty podcast and they give their rankings of their top 24 players that are 24 years old or younger. Tune in! You can follow Steven on Twitter @the_nbagell and Garrett @garrettbugay. Go read both Steven and Garrett's work at the-center-hub.com. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or where…

Send us a text During the Shabbat sermon at Beth El Congregation, Rabbi Dana Saroken shared a heartfelt letter she wrote to the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text Esti Zenati is joined by Jewish writer, activist and co-host of the We Should All Be Zionists podcast with Dr. Einat Wilf. They talk about Blake's activism experience and why he has chosen to be active in the fight against antisemitism, Zionism, his recent aliyah and more!By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Steven and Corban go over the teams they'd most want to be GMs of over the next five years in part two of this two-part episode. Where do they have the defending champs, the Boston Celtics? What about the asset-rich, OKC Thunder? Tune in to find out! You can follow Steven on X @the_nbagell, as well as Corban at @corbannba Visit the-center-hub.com f…

Send us a text In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is our Torah Talk from this past Shabbat with Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Naomi Zaslow, and Ben Kreshtool.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text Last month, catcher Danny Jansen became the first player in Major League Baseball history to play on both teams in the same game. Did you know Rabbi Schwartz once led services at two different shul's on the same Shabbat morning? In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Schwartz's sermo…

Send us a text As the kids head back to school and we settle into the fall routine, join us for a cozy and fun-filled Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the vibrant world of Kosher Baltimore, exploring the best eats and treats our city has to offer. We’re also thrilled to welcome our special guest, Cantor Emily…

Steven is joined by Corban Ford and they discuss which teams they least likely set up for success over the next five seasons. Be on the look out for Part 2, where they go over the teams most likely set up for success. You can follow Steven at @the_nbagell and Corban at @corbannba. Additionally, follow The Center Hub at @thecenterhub_bb. Tune in!…

Send us a text Exams, hardships, Jewish traditions and the story of a flat tire... In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text The Rabbi and Her Dress! In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Friday evening.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text Clergy Talk from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore with Rabbi Schwartz, Rabbi Zaslow and Cantor King.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

Send us a text After a refreshing week away, we're back with a brand-new episode of Havdalah Happy Hour! Tune in as we share stories from our recent vacations, unravel some conspiracy theories, and debate whether the media is helping or hurting us with their news coverage. Are globes and encyclopedias relics of the past? And, we kick off the planni…

Send us a text The moms are back and we dive into the latest Olympic drama, swap stories about planning our big 40th birthday bashes, and hear all about Risa's awkward moment at school. Plus, we're doing a taste test of the new Dunkin Spiked Iced Coffee—because what’s a podcast without a little caffeine? Tune in for a fun-filled episode that’s as r…

Send us a text Esti Zenati is joined by a special guest, Dr. Einat Wilf. They discuss the importance of Zionism, the right path to peace in the Middle East, and her latest book, We Should All Be Zionists.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore