Emergence Magazine Podcast

In celebration of Earth Day, this episode invites you to offer your ears to the polyphony of sounds and silences that give the planet Her voice with two of our most cherished audio stories. “When the Earth Started to Sing,” by biologist David G. Haskell, combines human speech with more-than-human voices to immerse your senses in the connective power of sound across deep time. “Sanctuaries of Silence,” an adaptation of our virtual reality experience featuring acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton, brings you to the Hoh Rain Forest—one of the quietest places in North America—and guides you through the sounds that emerge in the absence of noise.Illustration by Daniel Liévano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As humans, we long for stability, yet the Earth tells us in many languages—erosion, ice melt, the seasons—that all is fleeting in an endless cycle of creation and destruction. Grappling with her fear of change caused by wildfires in Montana and the long-overdue Cascadia earthquake in the Pacific Northwest, Erica Berry confronts how the colonial erasure of Indigenous stories of place and her own limited sense of time have blinded her to the Earth’s dramatic flux. As she learns that impermanence doesn’t always signal loss, but rather the transformation of form, she finds a way to hold the fluctuation of the lands she loves.Read the essay.Discover more stories from our latest print edition, Volume 5: Time. Photo by Zeb Andrews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Polk, author of 'Telling the Bees', dives into the profound connections between humans and bees. She explores the tradition of sharing grief with bees, revealing how these creatures may also experience loss. Through interactions with a renowned Yemeni beekeeper and various scientists, Polk highlights the vital role bees play in our emotional landscape and their struggles for survival. Her insights blend personal stories and scientific observations, emphasizing our shared resilience and the urgent need for conservation.

Join Robert Macfarlane, a celebrated author; Giuliana Furci, a passionate mycologist; César Rodríguez-Garavito, an activist legal scholar; and musician Cosmo Sheldrake as they delve into the Song of the Cedars project. They explore their transformative experience in the Los Cedros cloud forest, discussing the legal framework to recognize nature as a creative partner. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of ecosystems, the unsung role of fungi, and the need for collaborative authorship between humans and nature, all wrapped in a rich audio tapestry of the forest.

Tyson Yunkaporta, an Aboriginal scholar and writer, dives into the depths of love magic and its ability to transcend time and societal greed. He shares insights on how ancestral knowledge flows through generations, emphasizing love's role in shaping our narratives. Yunkaporta critiques contemporary belief systems while exploring the intricate relationship between data interpretation and human experience. He beautifully underscores the synergy between nature, creativity, and resistance in revitalizing connection to the world around us.

In this engaging conversation, Jenny Odell, an author and artist renowned for her book 'Saving Time', challenges conventional views of time. She explores the contrast between mechanical Kronos time and qualitative Kairos time, urging listeners to embrace nature's interruptions. Odell discusses the significance of seasonal changes, connecting them to climate justice and personal well-being. Through her insights, she invites us to redefine our relationship with time, highlighting the beauty of living in sync with the natural world and the possibilities that arise from a more mindful existence.

What does a place, a community, look like when it welcomes home Indigenous presence? Recorded in January 2025, this new fourth episode of “Coming Home to the Cove” explores the impact of Theresa Harlan’s work to protect, restore, and rematriate Felix Cove over the last three years—from widening community awareness of Coast Miwok history; to opening hearts to allyship between Indigenous and settler families; and running traditional ecological knowledge workshops. Amid ongoing vandalism of her ancestral home, rancher evictions, and new land management, Theresa continues to fight for a larger vision of healing, and asks, are we willing to come together to honor the entire story of a land?Photo courtesy of Hewitt Visuals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This audio series is the multigenerational story of a Coast Miwok family’s eviction from their home and one woman’s determination to bring the living history of her family back to the land. Episode Three examines the role Spanish missions, boarding schools, and ranching empires played in driving many Coast Miwok people from their ancestral lands; and follows Theresa Harlan and her relatives on a boat trip to Felix Cove to experience their mothers’ perspective of arriving at their home from the water. Next episode, we’ll be sharing a new fourth installment to the series, tracing the impact of Theresa’s vision to restore and protect Felix Cove over the last three years, and the ongoing challenges of creating space for Indigenous history.  Originally released on February 8, 2022.Photo by Jocelyn Knight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening conversation, Coast Miwok activist Theresa Harlan shares her family's painful journey of eviction from Felix Cove. David Carrillo, a descendant of Coast Miwok heritage, recounts his family's stories and connection to the land. Local historian Dewey Livingston adds depth by documenting the rich, yet often overlooked, history of the Coast Miwok. They explore themes of resilience, the impact of colonization, and the ongoing struggle for recognition and rights, weaving a narrative of memory, loss, and the longing for home.

Theresa Harlan, a Coast Miwok woman, shares her family's poignant story of eviction from Tomales Bay and their enduring bond to the land. She highlights the rich traditions of her upbringing and the struggle for recognition amidst colonial histories. The discussion touches on reclaiming forgotten histories and transforming the Cove into a cultural center. Harlan reflects on childhood memories tied to local landmarks and addresses the emotional impact of displacement, showcasing resilience in the face of ongoing challenges.