Future Ecologies FE1.11 - Funerary Ecologies
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Dec 6, 2018 Jae Rhim Lee, known for her sustainable burial innovations, joins Katrina Spade, who specializes in redefining funeral practices. They explore the interplay of death and ecology, encouraging fresh perspectives on funerary rites. From the humorous complexities of burial to innovative methods like alkaline hydrolysis, the discussion highlights urban burial dilemmas and community rituals that nurture collective grief. Insights into the historical impacts on Indigenous practices reveal the deep connections between burial, culture, and the environment.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Reflecting on Death and Nature
04:08 • 17min
Exploring Alternatives: Alkaline Hydrolysis in Funerary Practices
20:42 • 2min
Urban Burial Challenges and Innovations
22:20 • 5min
Embracing Death Through Community
27:14 • 6min
Echoes of the Ancestors
33:09 • 15min
The Transformation of Life and Death
48:03 • 3min