CommonS Sense

Max Liberone, a geography scientist, and Candis Callison, a journalist and professor, delve into the complexities of land ownership through Indigenous lenses. They discuss the impact of colonialism on land and resource management, advocating for collective stewardship to combat climate change. Personal stories from Indigenous communities highlight the profound significance of land, while the guests challenge traditional notions of the commons. The conversation also explores the friction in collective communication, emphasizing the need for collaboration to envision a more inclusive future.

Rita Wong, a Canadian poet and professor at Emily Carr University, brings her unique perspective to the discussion on environmental stewardship. She emphasizes the profound connection between humans and water, advocating for gratitude and respect towards natural resources. Wong also explores Indigenous teachings and historical injustices related to land management. The conversation delves into the need for communal responsibility and democratic engagement in tackling the climate crisis, urging a shift towards reciprocity with the earth and a collective vision for the future.

In this episode, we ask if current ideas of common sense are equipped to address climate change and our guests explore how what counts as common sense can change Your hosts for CommonS Sense are Barbara Leckie and Joel Westheimer. The producer is Mary Stinson. Our sound engineer is Rheanna Philipp. Music is by Jesse Stewart. Support for CommonS Sense comes from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Shared Online Projects Initiative at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa and from Re.Climate, Canada's National Center for Climate communication and public engagement.

Listen to the trailer for Commons Sense -- that's commonS, with an 'S'! Your hosts for CommonS Sense are Barbara Leckie and Joel Westheimer. The producer is Mary Stinson. Our sound engineer is Rheanna Philipp. Music is by Jesse Stewart. Support for CommonS Sense comes from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Shared Online Projects Initiative at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa and from Re.Climate, Canada's National Center for Climate communication and public engagement.

Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving definition of common sense in today's world. The hosts explore the intersection of climate crisis and collective responsibility, challenging individualistic views. They critique dominant knowledge paradigms and highlight the clash between Western science and Indigenous perspectives. The role of common sense in politics is examined, revealing its use as a tool for radical change masked as tradition. This captivating dialogue paves the way for considering revolutionary shifts in societal understanding.