Burning Man LIVE The Future of Burning Man
Aug 7, 2024
Marian Goodell, the CEO of the Burning Man Project, is joined by a dynamic panel including Candace Locklear, Erin Douglas, and Justin Schaffer. They discuss the importance of cultural bridges and the evolution of Burners’ interactions with mainstream trends. The conversation dives into unbranding, the power of gifting, and the inclusivity efforts of the Black Burner Project. They reflect on how the pandemic reshaped their mission and transformed the nature of art funding, emphasizing collaboration and community in a changing world.
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Burning Man As A Bridge
- Burning Man's core mission is to bring people together as an antidote to societal division.
- Marian Goodell argues the Project can act as a bridge beyond politics, religion, and origin.
How Their Collaboration Began
- Candace and Marian met at the Cacophony Society SantaCon in 1996 and immediately started collaborating.
- Candace volunteered in 1997 and helped build the Media Mecca press team with Marian.
Acculturate The Media
- Acculturate the press by inviting them to immerse before interviewing.
- Provide playful ways for reporters to blend in and discourage sensational coverage.