Latchkey Urchins & Friends S1.E7. How to Start Your Own Friend Cult—with guests Emelia Loomis and Ian Nicholson
At the start of the pandemic, Alison started a little social project with her friends Emelia and Ian. They referred to it as their "cult" and it was a way to stay socially engaged and active during the stressful early pandemic. Ian is an active member and facilitator of Illuman men's groups and Emelia was a co-founder of the Merchants of Reality artist collective in San Francisco. They talk about the what, why, and how of intentional community building.
00:00 Intro - Alison and Anne catch up
This includes discussion about the meltdowns in Target, patriarchy, holding space for feelings, jam bands, running for mental health, suicidal ideation, social health, MMIW and historical trauma, and wealth hoarding.
29:21 Interview with Emelia and Ian
Intentional communities, drum circles (and how weird we feel about them), getting a late start in life, finding your true vocation in your 30s, childlike play, getting stoned and watching ancient aliens.
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Audio mastering by Josh Collins.
Song "One Cloud is Lonely" by Próxima Parada.
Cover art by Claire Dierksen.