In this episode, we explore "Some Ways of Making Nothing" by Curt Cloninger, a thought-provoking examination of art as an "apparatus" that entangles audiences in transformative experiences. What if art could challenge our understanding of existence by creating nothings instead of somethings? Cloninger draws from...
In this episode, we explore "Reimagining Marginalized Foods," edited by Elizabeth Finnis. This compelling volume features ethnographic analyses that uncover the evolving meanings and representations of foods, ingredients, and cooking practices from marginalized and indigenous cultures. Our contributors reveal how these culinary traditions intertwine with...
In this episode, we explore "Myth and Mentality: Studies in Folklore and Popular Thought," edited by Anna-Leena Siikala, a groundbreaking collection that shines a light on the rich tapestry of Finnish folklore and its profound impact on contemporary understanding of cultural beliefs. As researchers uncover...
In this episode, we explore Architectures of Resistance, a thought-provoking collection that uncovers how architecture shapes—and challenges—the borders that define our world. Edited by Angeliki Sioli, Nishat Awan, and Kristopher Palagi, the book brings together architects, artists, and political thinkers to examine how physical spaces...
Join us in this episode as we explore "Moral Dimensions of Humour," edited by Benjamin Nickl and Mark Rolfe. We’ll uncover how humour shapes our understanding of human behaviour, transcending time and cultural boundaries. This engaging discussion will reveal the moral dilemmas inherent in laughter,...
In this episode, we explore Modenetze-MModeschwärme by Anna Kamneva-Wortmann, where fashion’s evolution takes center stage. Gone are the days when a few key figures dictated style—today, fashion is driven by a vast and diverse collective. Kamneva-Wortmann uncovers how everyday individuals are shaping trends through interconnected...
What if the way we design today is shaping not just the future, but the future of design itself? In this episode, we explore Attending [to] Futures, a groundbreaking collection edited by Johanna Mehl and Carolin Höfler. The book challenges conventional thinking about design, questioning...
In this episode, we explore "Design for the New World" by Ida Engholm, a groundbreaking book that reimagines design’s role in shaping a sustainable future. Engholm challenges us to move beyond a human-centered approach and adopt a planet-focused perspective, offering practical tools and strategies to...
In this episode, we explore "Late Industrialization, Tradition, and Social Change in South Korea" by Yong-Chool Ha, a compelling examination of how deeply rooted social ties shaped the country’s economic transformation. As South Korea surged into industrialization under the leadership of Park Chung Hee, traditional...
Join us in this episode as we explore "Knowledge Sovereignty Among African Cattle Herders" by Zeremariam Fre, a groundbreaking examination of the Beni-Amer cattle owners in the Horn of Africa. This fascinating work highlights how these herders not only excel in cattle breeding but also...