Havdalah Happy Hour. (December 20, 2025)

Havdalah Happy Hour. (December 20, 2025)

Author: Beth El Congregation of Baltimore December 21, 2025 Duration: 27:13

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This week on Havdalah Happy Hour, Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Emily Ellentuck are joined by special guest Sami Halle for a sweet and spirited conversation.

The spotlight is on sufganyot as the group samples and rates an incredible spread—four bakeries, two dozen donuts, and plenty of opinions to go around. Listeners are invited to join the fun by sharing their favorite donut flavors or go‑to bakeries in the comments.

The episode also explores the tradition of eating dairy on Hanukkah, sparking a thoughtful discussion about holiday customs. And when it comes to latkes, are you team zucchini or firmly against? The hosts debate with humor and heart before closing, as always, with a blessing and the beloved Shonda of the Week.

Tune in and be part of the Havdalah Happy Hour community on the Beth El Podcast Network.


At the heart of The Beth El Podcast Network is our flagship series, The Chai Life at Beth El Congregation. This particular podcast serves as a vibrant meeting point where ancient traditions and modern life sit down for a genuine conversation. Rather than offering lectures, it creates a space for thoughtful dialogue that examines how Jewish wisdom, values, and community intersect with the pressing questions and daily realities we all face. Each episode is crafted to feel like joining a discussion among curious friends, one that is both accessible and deeply substantive. You'll hear explorations that are as likely to touch on spirituality and text as they are on culture, ethics, and current events. The aim is to illuminate perspectives that resonate within the Jewish community while also providing insightful points of connection for anyone interested in a thoughtful, faith-based lens on the world. This network's cornerstone podcast consistently proves that topics grounded in religious tradition can be profoundly engaging and universally relevant, turning each audio session into an opportunity for both discovery and reflection. We invite you to find a moment in your week for these conversations that educate, challenge, and ultimately, enrich the listener's understanding.
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