Astra Taylor, a writer and activist focused on democracy, discusses expanding the concept of commons, tackling issues in education and media. Maggie Helwig, a poet and social justice advocate, shares her experiences with mutual-care encampments, emphasizing community resilience. Carolyn Lesjack, an English professor, connects commons to political and land rights, highlighting Indigenous perspectives. Lastly, Imra Zeman explores collaborative scholarship in energy transitions, advocating for democratizing access to energy as a shared resource.
