

Building the Ark: The Life and Legacy of Mike Davis | Ruth Wilson Gilmore and Owen Hatherley
May 30, 2024
Urban theorist Ruth Wilson Gilmore and writer Owen Hatherley discuss the impactful legacy of Mike Davis, exploring urban politics, abolition movements, global capitalism, and surveillance in cities. They share personal anecdotes about Davis, emphasizing the need to engage with his ideas for inspiring actions and new perspectives on class struggle and societal structures.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Mike Davis's Legacy and Influence
02:58 • 21min
The Role of Slums in Urban Development and Abolition Movements
24:19 • 13min
Urban Landscapes, Class Struggle, and Global Capitalism
36:58 • 29min
Exploring Urban Surveillance, Governance, and Control in Modern Societies
01:05:32 • 4min
Intersecting Forces of Violence and Hope
01:09:49 • 10min
Exploring the Legacy of a Visionary Activist
01:19:45 • 4min