Havdalah Happy Hour (January 17, 2026)

Havdalah Happy Hour (January 17, 2026)

Author: Beth El Congregation of Baltimore January 18, 2026 Duration: 27:17

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🎙️ Havdalah Happy Hour — Beth El Podcast Network

Settle in for another cozy, laughter‑filled Havdalah Happy Hour with Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck. This week’s conversation wanders through all the good stuff: journal updates, hopes for a little more peace and love in the world, and a handful of new recipe ideas to shake things up in the kitchen.

The crew gently dips a toe into politics, unpacks the latest social media trends, and marvels (with only mild exasperation) at how our phones somehow start serving targeted  ads the moment we mention anything out loud.

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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