Tyson Yunkaporta, an academic and researcher from the Apalech Clan, shares insights from his latest book, exploring Indigenous knowledge systems and the significance of storytelling. He discusses the impact of 'Sand Talk' on societal views, the symbolic meanings of language within Indigenous cultures, and the importance of community in preserving sacred knowledge. Tyson elucidates the differences between Aboriginal law and lore, challenges concerning cultural appropriation, and the interplay between skepticism and spirituality in Indigenous practices.

In this engaging discussion, Bayo Akomolafe, a renowned philosopher and activist, joins Tyson Yunkaporta, an advocate for Indigenous knowledge systems. They delve into the pitfalls of anthropocentric approaches and advocate for a kin-centric transformation in addressing environmental issues. The conversation examines the moral complexities in global waste management and the importance of community accountability. By weaving personal anecdotes with Indigenous perspectives, they challenge conventional narratives of agency and encourage a more thoughtful, collective journey toward regeneration.

Tyson Yunkaporta is an academic, an arts critic, and a researcher who is a member of the Apalech Clan in far north Queensland Australia. He's the author of Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World. Sand Talk looks deeply at the basic pattern of nature and how that pattern reflects through all of creation, informing not only how natural systems operate, but reflecting into systems of law, harmonious conduct, and relational communication. Join Tyson and me as we take a journey through the pattern — stopping along the way to talk about ancestral mind, native corn, Game of Thrones, and the best way to approach rocks.  Talking about the basic pattern of nature is a rich topic, one which ultimately begs the question, that Old Man Juma in the book keeps getting at, if all this is pattern, then is even the current destructive paradigm part of some greater pattern too? Support the show

Aboriginal scholar Tyson Yunkaporta discusses deep-time thinking and relational obligations, urging us to operate from a place of 'right relationship.' Topics include translating Aboriginal concepts of time, deep time diligence, intergenerational relationships, and the interconnectedness of memory, governance, and law. The conversation highlights the importance of preserving cultural laws for resilience and moving beyond superficial practices to confront fear and uncertainty.

The podcast delves into topics such as indigenous complexity, human domestication, cultural narcissism, value in ordeal, indigenous instinct, civilization, growth paradigms, myths, language, race, collapse, violence, human potential, yarning, and indigenous knowledge. Tyson Yunkaporta, a member of the Apalech Clan, provides thought-provoking insights on the contemporary scene through complexity science and his Indigenous Australian culture.

Tyson Yunkaporta, author and senior research fellow, discusses Indigenous knowledge, the impact of colonization, and the power of storytelling as a therapeutic tool. He shares his personal experiences with mental health and writing books during manic and depressive episodes. Yunkaporta explores the challenges of civilization, the need for wisdom from elders, and the importance of reconnecting with indigenous knowledge.

Tyson Yunkaporta, an Aboriginal scholar and author of "Sand Talk," dives deep into the significance of relatedness and community connection. He discusses Indigenous wisdom, emphasizing land stewardship as a means to combat environmental crises. The conversation touches on the resilience of refugee groups and their reliance on mutual aid, contrasting it with experiences in wealthier nations. With heartfelt stories linking love and the land, Tyson showcases how cultural narratives can inspire sustainable practices and strengthen communal bonds.

Tyson Yunkaporta, an Aboriginal scholar and founder of the Indigenous Knowledge Systems Lab, delves into how Indigenous wisdom offers essential solutions for today’s global crises. He critiques Western linear thinking, emphasizing the importance of interconnectedness and community responsibility. The conversation explores the impacts of narcissism on societal dynamics and highlights the significance of holistic recovery over apocalyptic narratives. Tyson’s insights challenge us to embrace complexity and redefine our relationship with the world around us.

Uncomfortable discussions on indigenous wisdom and culture with Tyson Yunkaporta, exploring land acknowledgements, smoking ceremonies, and racial sensitivity classes. Delving into the contrast between traditional indigenous storytelling and Western rationality, and the challenges of straddling cultural frames while preserving identity.

Tyson Yunkaporta, an Aboriginal scholar and author, delves into Indigenous understandings of time and place. He contrasts cyclical time with mechanized concepts, emphasizing our obligation to landscapes and future generations. The discussion highlights the power of storytelling in preserving cultural wisdom and collective memory, intertwining narratives and ecology. Tyson advocates for intergenerational dialogue as a means of data storage and governance, urging adaptability in facing contemporary challenges without romanticizing the past.