
Microsolidarity
Microsolidarity is an open research network developing patterns and practices for mutual aid communities. This is not a podcast exactly, more like an audio diary for people participating in the research.
If you prefer video to audio, you can find many of these recordings on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOjcWjpjOqzbV9T3tSR6O7z_eic-Puqaa
More info at https://www.microsolidarity.cc
Latest episodes

Sep 19, 2023 • 1h 12min
Berlin Microsolidarity Project - Nicki Endres & Richard D. Bartlett
Here's the invitation Nicki, Jocelyn & Karl developed for the Berlin Microsolidarity Project:
https://gardenlove.notion.site/Berlin-Microsolidarity-Project-f294d1f05a9a4a3dbcc45ebe66bfed48

Sep 1, 2023 • 1h 21min
Ambivalent Leadership - Richard D. Bartlett & Johnson Hsieh
Discussion on the origins and purpose of a community organizing summer camp. Comparing different gathering approaches and exploring the balance between pluralism and clarity. Importance of trust and feedback in the network. Dilemma of signaling egalitarianism and providing clear direction. Practicing authenticity and mutual support. Desire for connections and support within the community.

Aug 4, 2023 • 1h 3min
Summer Camps 2023 Reflections & Network Retro
In this month's Network Call, the hosts and participants of this year's two Summer Camps (in the US and Germany) share some reflections on their experiences.
Listen in also for a retrospective of the last 6 month's of our Network: What are we celebrating? Where do we sense untapped potential? What has been challenging? And what do we want to explore now?
If you're a Network member, feel free to add to the retro board via this link.

Jul 6, 2023 • 14min
Troika Consulting Takeaways
In this month's Network Call, our small intimate group of 6 tuned in from the US, Europe and Asia to tap into each other's wisdom, support and creativity with a Troika Consulting practice. Tune in to hear our reflections and takeaways!

Jun 23, 2023 • 52min
VibeCamp 2 Debrief w/ Brooke
Links mentioned in the conversation:
Previous interview with Brooke: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Microsolidarity/episodes/VibeCamp-Debrief-with-Brooke-e1ffnat
Critter's reflections from his experience as a VibeCamp participant: https://t.co/gB9q3LWcBS
https://www.microsolidarity.cc/participate/events

Jun 1, 2023 • 1h 4min
Community Village, the Berlin Microsolidarity Project & the Microsolidarity Research Crew
Listen along this month as Caleb Tenenbaum shares about his community-based meditation program, Community Village, Nicki and Jocelyn share about the Berlin Microsolidarity Project, and Abi gives us an update on the Network's very own Research Crew!
Here are few further links mentioned in the call:
Microsolidarity Summercamps!
USA
Europe
Microsolidarity Practice Programs (June 6 - 15th)
Learn the basic Microsolidarity concepts and connect & practice with other community builders!
Registration is now open!
If you're a microsolidarity practitioner you can become a member and join our calls by contributing a minimum of €3/month via our Open Collective

May 4, 2023 • 13min
Understanding Change + a Micro-Insurance Scheme Proposal?
Tune in here for a summary of this month's Microsolidarity Network Call!
This month Community Alchemist Lana Jelenjev ran a skill share session on the Satir Change Model, while a 'network support' breakout room allowed space to chew on a proposal for collectivising the financial risks of running community events. Could we have a new network "micro-insurance" scheme in the works?
LINKS to further info:
Download the full Satir Model guide here.
(Put MICROSOLIDARITY in the coupon code to get it for free)
Learn more about Understanding Organisational Change from Lana! Check out her upcoming courses through The Hum.
See the Doc outlining the new "micro-insurance" scheme here
Your feedback and critical thinking is very welcome :)
And, if you'd like to help get the ball rolling, we welcome any contributions you'd like to throw into the hat!
Microsolidarity Summercamps!
USA
Europe
Microsolidarity Practice Programs (June 6 - 15th)
Learn the basic Microsolidarity concepts and connect & practice with other community builders!
Registration is now open - click here!
If you're a microsolidarity practitioner you can become a member and join our calls by contributing a minimum of €3/month via our Open Collective

Apr 6, 2023 • 10min
Companionship and Support for Being with the Trouble
Catch a snapshot of the vibe and explorations during the Microsolidarity Network Call on 6th April 2023.

Mar 13, 2023 • 29min
Solving Loneliness as a Nomad - Johnson Hsieh & James Baker
Reflecting on the experience of building microsolidarity crews while living on the road.

Mar 3, 2023 • 12min
Microsolidarity Summer Camp!?
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