Patrick Eisenlohr
Academic specializing in sonic practices, phenomenology, and ethnographic research; co-author of Atmospheric Knowledge, discussing sonic multimodality, latency, and atmospheres in several ethnographic settings.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 47min
Birgit Abels and Patrick Eisenlohr, "Atmospheric Knowledge: Environmentality, Latency, and Sonic Multimodality" (U California Press, 2025)
Join anthropologist Patrick Eisenlohr and musicologist Birgit Abels as they delve into their groundbreaking work on atmospheric knowledge. They explore how atmospheres affect our understanding of the world through somatic, nonverbal cues. Discover the role of sound in creating a sense of belonging in various cultures, from Mauritian Nath recitation to Palauan ocean stewardship. The conversation spans sonic multimodality, urban sonic practices, and the deep connections between atmosphere and identity, revealing how our environments shape the way we know and interact with the world.
Nov 7, 2025 • 47min
Birgit Abels and Patrick Eisenlohr, "Atmospheric Knowledge: Environmentality, Latency, and Sonic Multimodality" (U California Press, 2025)
Join Patrick Eisenlohr, an expert in sonic practices and ethnography, and Birgit Abels, an anthropologist with deep ties to Pacific cultures, as they dive into the concept of atmospheric knowledge. They explore how nonverbal and sonic experiences shape our connection to places. The duo discusses the significance of latency in understanding atmospheres, the role of sound in oceanic belonging, and how music serves as a medium for indigenous wisdom. Their insights bridge phenomenology, environment, and the emotive power of atmospheres.
