Pella Thiel

Philosopher and writer Dougald Hine, social scientist and farmer Chris Smaje, and ecologist and farmer Pella Thiel join Nate to discuss the future of food and community. They explore the importance of local food production, the relationship between community and food in a lower consumption future, and the challenges and possibilities of creating change in a flawed system. They also discuss the importance of regrowing a living culture and share resources for listeners to learn more about these issues.

Ecologist Pella Thiel discusses legal frameworks for Ecocide and Rights of Nature Movements, advocating for nature's inclusion in decision-making. Topics include redefining destruction as a crime, country legislations, and individual actions shaping cultural values. Thiel shares experiences in environmental activism and the importance of recognizing non-human beings in decision-making processes. She delves into international efforts, societal shifts, and the healing relationship between humans and nature.