Sydney Rodman on Orthodox Judaism, Invasive Species, and Life-Affirming Environmentalism

In this episode I speak with Sydney Rodman, founder of Green Revival. She offers a refreshing perspective on nature and climate action rooted in Orthodox Judaism, challenging the doom-focused environmental movement with a life-affirming approach to solving ecological problems. We discuss:* How her journey to Orthodox Judaism shaped her ecological worldview and approach to business.* The concept of "sourcing" that connects her faith, scientific background, and company mission.* Why invasive species management presents both ecological challenges and economic opportunities.* How the Jewish concept of tikkun olam (repairing the world) informs environmental stewardship.* Why climate action must be centered on celebrating life rather than focusing exclusively on carbon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit discernearth.substack.com