Lisa-Jo K. Van den Scott

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.