Heather Davis

Heather Davis and Mark Simpson discuss the urgent need for new communication strategies regarding plastic pollution. They explore the complexities of plastics, the limitations of recycling, and the emotional complexities of activism and scholarly work. The conversation also delves into the concept of 'low hanging data fruit' in activism and the importance of collaboration in addressing environmental challenges.

Heather Davis, a passionate baker turned entrepreneur, shares her journey from teaching to opening Chic Sweets Fine Desserts in Houston. She discusses the challenges of running a brick-and-mortar bakery and strategies for boosting customer engagement, such as strategic promotions. The conversation dives into the importance of authentic communication in marketing and how effective storytelling can create lasting connections with customers. Heather also reflects on balancing personal joy with business aspirations, offering inspiration to fellow entrepreneurs.

Heather Davis, an Assistant Professor of Culture and Media at the New School and author of Plastic Matter, dives into the pervasive influence of plastic in our lives. She discusses the industrial motives behind plastic proliferation and the colonial legacies of pollution. Davis brilliantly connects queerness to ecological thinking and critiques societal narratives around children as symbols of future hope. She exposes how plastics’ paradoxical nature perpetuates harm across generations and highlights the racial injustices tied to plastic production.

Heather Davis, Assistant Professor at the New School and author of 'Plastic Matter,' dives deep into the cultural and political implications of plastic in our lives. She shares her family's connection to DuPont and how plastics have influenced domestic environments. Davis presents 'plastic matter' as a concept illustrating our relationship with manipulable materials. She argues that plastic pollution manifests colonial legacies, critiques apocalyptic narratives for evading accountability, and explores the intersections of queer theory and ecological responsibility.

Heather Davis, Assistant Professor of Culture and Media and author of *Plastic Matter*, explores the profound impact of plastics on modern life. She discusses how plastic shapes identities and reflects tensions of petrocapitalism. Delving into the connection between plastic pollution and colonialism, Davis shares insights on the 'Plastisphere' and its microbial inhabitants. The conversation challenges conventional views on ecology, urging a reexamination of relationships across species. Her work provokes thought about the implications of plastics in a queer and ecological context.