Dr. Elisa Harnasky Beck and Richard Schwartz have a discussion about Judaism, Veganism, and the world's dire need to change. This podcast was recorded during a Vegan Sukkot (One of three harvest festivals in Judaism) at Temple David In Monroeville, PA. With an introduction by Dr. Joanne Kong.

About

Joanne Kong

A lecturer on Veganism, Animal Rights, Nutrition, Compassion, and Environmental Sustainability, Dr. Joanne Kong is one of the most compelling advocates for plant-based nutrition today. Since 2015, Joanne has given public lectures on all aspects of plant-based nutrition. She will appear in two upcoming documentaries, "Eating Our Way to Extinction" and "Taking Note," and has authored multiple successful vegan books. She has an innate ability to connect with others and share her vision of a more compassionate world.

Richard Schwartz

Imparting wisdom for decades, Richard Schwartz has been a professor at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York for 50 years! He taught math courses and created a course, 'Mathematics and the Environment.' He has also been the President of Jewish Vegetarians of North America since 2000, and the President of the Society of Ethical and Religious Vegetarians since 2004. He has authored many successful books and wishes to increase the awareness of Jewish teachings on compassion to animals and reduce the mistreatment of animals.

Journey Through Health & Wellness is a project of ReImagine Turtle Creek Watershed and Airshed Communities Plus.

Music: "Higher-Up" by Shane Ivers bensound.com