Just what is Web3, why are people so excited about it, and how likely is it to really change the world? In this episode, Life Itself co-founder Rufus Pollock talks with Rich Bartlett and Stephen Reid on the promises, possibilities and pitfalls of Web3.   Learn more: https://lifeitself.us/web3/Richard D. Bartlett Has operated in the space of decentralised governance for some time through projects such as Loomio, The Hum and Microsolidarity. He is also a Director and longstanding member of Enspiral - a network of people supporting each other to grow up and to get paid for doing meaningful work. Richard is a recent convert to the power of Web3 in supporting decentralised governance.   Stephen Reid is a teacher and technologist devoted to the flourishing of Life on Earth who has trained in the fields of complexity science, physics, software development, meditation, psychotherapy, plant medicine, conscious sexuality and political activism. He is currently teacher of the How to DAO, Tools for the Regenerative Renaissance, The Promise of Decentralisation & Introduction to web3 courses, and a member of the not-for-profit worker co-operative Dandelion Collective, where he leads the development of the Dandelion platform for ticketed events and co-created gatherings.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit news.lifeitself.org

Richard D. Bartlett, Co-founder of Loomio and Director at the Enspiral Foundation, discusses topics such as designing effective decentralized organizations, building trust in collaborative governance, creating a grid of meaning, dealing with unacceptable behaviors in a group, and the importance of emotionally healthy ratios and trust-based governance.

Richard D. Bartlett, author of Patterns for Decentralised Organising and co-founder of Loomio and The Hum, discusses interesting topics including Decentralised Organising, Microsolidarity, Fractal Narcissism, and the Occupy Movement. They explore convergence, reconstructing views, and the difference between oral and written cultures. They also discuss the shift from individual to collective interpersonal meditation practices and the concept of decentralized organizing and micro solidarity.

Richard D. Bartlett, co-founder of tech co-op Loomio and director of Enspiral, shares insights on building high-trust communities. He discusses the complexities of identity shaped by communal beliefs and the importance of nurturing relationships. Richard explores vulnerability, grace, and the balance between our human and animal instincts. He emphasizes non-attachment to outcomes and the significance of meeting people where they are. Ultimately, he frames personal growth as a communal journey, filled with compassion and optimism even in tough times.

Jesse Evers and Richard D. Bartlett discuss lessons from running a community space in Brooklyn. They touch on balancing facilitation methods, building a purpose-driven space, governance, financial sustainability, transparent collaboration, and reflections on closing a space. The importance of supportive networks and collective effort is highlighted.