OTNS: Building Exclosures and the Institutional Scaffolding for Overlapping Sovereignties
Jun 25, 2023
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Institutions should be redesigned to align with relational dynamics and support collaboration.
Exclosure within institutions allows for the exploration of alternative social dynamics.
Globalization and digital platforms have enabled the formation of new identities beyond national boundaries.
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Introduction to Institutional Theory
In this podcast episode, the speakers discuss the concept of institutional theory. They emphasize the importance of relational dynamics in structuring larger social organisms. While institutions often feel in conflict with relational dynamics, the goal is to design institutions that support and affirm these dynamics. The speakers argue that institutions are necessary but need new design patterns to better align with relational dynamics. The concept of 'institutional scaffolding' is introduced to understand how institutions can foster and nurture specific types of dynamics.
The Role of Relational Dynamics
The podcast explores how relational dynamics play an important role in creating solidarity and collaboration among human communities. While institutions often prioritize their own goals and values, relational dynamics between individuals are what initially bring people together and create lasting connections. However, many current institutions do not adequately consider or support these relational dynamics, leading to a perceived conflict between institutions and relationships.
The Concept of Exclosure
The podcast discusses the concept of 'exclosure' as a way to explore different internal dynamics within institutional structures. Exclusion allows for the creation of a semi-enclosed space within an institution, where alternative social dynamics can freely develop. This concept is compared to traditional institutional dynamics, which are often visible and legible to external institutions. Exclusion enables the exploration and experimentation of different organizational dynamics within the institution.
The Evolution of National Identity
The speakers explore how the globalization of capital and increased mobility have impacted traditional notions of national identity. They discuss how people now seek kinship and community beyond the bounds of their inherited national identities. The emergence of digital platforms and networked communication has allowed for the creation of new identities based on shared struggle, interdependence, and affinity. The podcast envisions a future where traditional territorial states can coexist with new forms of identity and institutional scaffolding.
Name Dynamics and Network Formation
The podcast delves into the performativity of naming and its role in network formation. The concept of the 'Embassy Network' is discussed as an example of how naming can create a sense of awareness and identity among communities. The name 'Embassy Network' was chosen to represent a network of places where people can find shared language, culture, and belonging. The speakers highlight the importance of naming in fostering connections, kinship, and the potential for future network formation.
While at Zuzalu, Primavera and I spoke with Jessy Kate Schingler who also attended and contributed to the coordi-nations private workshops. During the interview we spoke about her work on extitutional theory, her experience in building communities with intentional communities, and how this all relates to corrdi-nations. Since Zuzalu, Jessy and Primavera wrote a written explanation of what coordi-nations are on Medium.
Check out the last episode to learn more about our concept of coordi-nations.
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Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique The Network State by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and alternatives here.
Blockchaingov is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.
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