Emergence Magazine Podcast In the Wake of the Sandbound – Nick Hunt
May 6, 2025
Journalist Nick Hunt shares his journey along the Curonian Spit in the Baltic Sea, revealing the profound ecological impacts of historical deforestation and human actions. He uncovers the tragic stories of communities displaced by relentless sand encroachment and the loss of sacred landscapes. The conversation delves into rich mythology, including the tale of the giantess Neringa, and examines the intricate balance between nature and human intervention. Hunt's reflections invite listeners to consider humility in the face of nature's enduring forces.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Mystical Origins of the Parnidas Dune
02:25 • 2min
From Paganism to Conquest: The Transformation of Lithuania
04:47 • 3min
The Sands of Change
07:43 • 5min
Crows and Climates: Echoes of Migration
12:54 • 18min
Reflections on Time and Nature Along the Baltic Shore
31:18 • 6min