Tuomas Tammisto

Tuomas Tammisto, a socio-cultural anthropologist and research fellow at Tampere University, dives into his book exploring the complex lives of the Mengen people in Papua New Guinea. He discusses their intricate relationships with land, resource extraction, and external influences like NGOs and corporations. Tammisto also highlights the cultural significance of traditional lament songs, the challenges of logging, and how communal labor shapes identity. The podcast reveals the delicate balance between environmental conservation and community needs in an ever-evolving socio-political landscape.