Havdalah Happy Hour (January 10, 2026)

Havdalah Happy Hour (January 10, 2026)

Author: Beth El Congregation of Baltimore January 11, 2026 Duration: 12:06

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This week’s Havdalah Happy Hour brings together Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck for a delightfully nostalgic, winter‑cozy conversation you won’t want to miss.

They dive straight into the golden age of 90s mall culture, complete with pay phones, food courts, and the joys of growing up before smartphones ruled the world. There’s a little collective sigh over Ravens football heartbreak, balanced by a whole lot of excitement for Orioles baseball to return and brighten the season.

Between sips of Havdalah warmth, the crew chats about quiet winter‑break mornings, the crisp chill in the air, and small joys—like Jill finally getting her journal. Cantor Ellentuck shares the sweetness of welcoming a new puppy, while Ben offers a surprisingly thorough (and very entertaining) breakdown of how to drive.

As always, the episode wraps with a heartfelt blessing of the week and a perfectly on‑brand shonda of the week.

✨ Tune in, unwind, and enjoy the conversation.


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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