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
295 episodes
Rabbi Dana Saroken's Friday Evening Shabbat Sermon (May 29, 2026)
As Beth El Congregation prepared for a historic weekend, Rabbi Dana Saroken delivered an inspiring and heartfelt Friday evening sermon. This came at a truly meaningful moment as Rabbi Saroken prepared to become Beth El's fourt...
Rabbi Steven Schwartz's Shabbat Sermon (May 30, 2026)
In his final sermon as Senior Rabbi of Beth El Congregation, Rabbi Steven Schwartz reflects on the relationships and memories that have shaped his rabbinate, and the profound journey of our congregation. And for those who may ...
Havdalah Happy Hour (May 30, 2026)
This week’s season‑finale episode is a full blast of fun as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck go all‑in on the 90s with a hilarious round of 90s trivia pictionary. Did you guess any of the answers correctly?We also r...
Havdalah Happy Hour (May 23, 2026)
This week’s episode is the perfect blend of pre‑recording chaos, summer excitement, and classic Maryland confusion as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck gather for one of the final conversations of the season.We kick ...
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.