SEAMSIDE: Exploring the Inner Work of Textiles

In this second episode, I sit down with weaver Jennifer Mao, and we discuss how she uses weaving as a way of closing the gaps she sees in the world around her, the importance of gift economy, and the role of the artist in preserving the spirit of the people.⤷ The podcast is only half of SEAMSIDE! Check out the SEAMSIDE ZINE for more insights on this conversation⤷ Want to see the textiles pieces we mention in this show?⤷ Curious about Jen’s work? ⤷ Learn more about the inner work of textiles in a supportive creative community, THE QUILTY NOOK!⤷ Theme music: Roll Jordan Roll by the Joy Drops

In this first episode, I sit down and sew with artist Emma Freeman: maker of burial books and contemplation cloths. As we sew, we talk about some of the lessons working with cloth has taught us about being human. The conversation ranges from deep ecology to the intersection of Zen Buddhism and creativity.⤷ The podcast is only half of SEAMSIDE! Check out the SEAMSIDE ZINE for more insights on this conversation⤷ Want to see the textiles pieces we mention in this show?⤷ Curious about Emma’s work? ⤷ Learn more about the inner work of textiles in a supportive creative community, THE QUILTY NOOK!⤷ Theme music: Roll Jordan Roll by the Joy Drops

"How does working with cloth make us more human?" the driving question behind this SEAMSIDE project with your host, Zak Foster