Get the app
Lisa-Jo K. Van den Scott
Associate Professor of Sociology at Memorial University at Newfoundland, Labrador. Author of "Walled-In: Arctic Housing and a Sociology of Walls."
Best podcasts with Lisa-Jo K. Van den Scott
Ranked by the Snipd community
Oct 11, 2024
• 54min
Lisa-Jo K. Van den Scott, "Walled-In: Arctic Housing and a Sociology of Walls" (Lexington Book, 2024)
chevron_right
Lisa-Jo K. Van den Scott, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Memorial University, discusses her book, exploring the impact of walls in Arctic housing. She reveals how these structures affect identity and power dynamics within the Inuit community of Arviat. The conversation delves into the trauma of colonial architecture and how the community adapts Western designs to express cultural values. Key topics include resilience through physical spaces, the cultural significance of walls in storytelling, and the role of traditional foods in Inuit identity.
The AI-powered Podcast Player
Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
Get the app