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ReGeneration Rising S2E10: Border Work with Bayo Akomolafe & Tyson Yunkaporta

Jul 30, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Bayo Akomolafe, a renowned philosopher and activist, joins Tyson Yunkaporta, an advocate for Indigenous knowledge systems. They delve into the pitfalls of anthropocentric approaches and advocate for a kin-centric transformation in addressing environmental issues. The conversation examines the moral complexities in global waste management and the importance of community accountability. By weaving personal anecdotes with Indigenous perspectives, they challenge conventional narratives of agency and encourage a more thoughtful, collective journey toward regeneration.
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  • The podcast highlights the inadequacy of traditional activism, advocating for a transformative shift towards understanding agency as emerging from interconnected systems.
  • Fugitive politics is introduced as a flexible approach to activism, encouraging individuals to embrace adaptability and fluidity in the face of contemporary crises.

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The Exhaustion of Traditional Notions of Success

Traditional notions of success are becoming increasingly exhausted, as discussions highlight the inadequacy of chasing more time, more expertise, and more resources in addressing global crises. The speakers argue that even well-meaning environmental efforts can perpetuate systemic issues, exemplified by the way waste produced in the Western world often ends up damaging communities in the Global South. This acknowledgment raises critical questions about the effectiveness of current models of activism, suggesting that mere good intentions are insufficient if they continue to reproduce harmful dynamics. The conversation advocates for a transformative shift in our approach that moves beyond simplistic narratives of good versus bad and reimagines what solidarity looks like in a complex world of interdependencies.

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