

Alexis Pauline Gumbs: Echolocation as a practice of collective care
Nov 27, 2024
In this enlightening conversation, Alexis Pauline Gumbs, a Queer Black feminist love evangelist and author, explores the rich insights gleaned from marine mammals' echolocation. She delves into the difference between colonial identification and kinship, emphasizing the importance of community and self-representation. Reflecting on Audre Lorde's legacy, Gumbs discusses survival as not just existence but as an invitation to thrive and connect. The dialogue weaves in poetry and communal care, all while celebrating ancestral connections and the transformative power of deep listening.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Kinship and Collective Memory
03:19 • 7min
Echolocation and Self-Identity
10:10 • 26min
Echoes of Survival: Collective Narratives
35:46 • 11min
Exploring the Influence of Poetry and Mantra for Grounding
46:44 • 5min
Reflection on Collective Care and Gratitude
51:21 • 2min