Gabriella Romero and Nkwi Flores, members of Amazon Andes First Peoples, share their insights on Indigenous borderwork and migration. They explore the symbolism of eucalyptus trees in diaspora and their connection to cultural heritage. The conversation takes a turn to discuss the complexities of the US elections from an Indigenous perspective, analyzing how political dynamics influence marginalized communities. Personal narratives and ecological connections add depth to their reflections on belonging in an ever-changing world.

Join Kabir Kadre, a wounded mystic, and Eric Hekler, a former techno-utopian, as they dive into the chaotic shifts of truth and belief in today's world. They explore the complex interplay of language and power, dissecting ideological divides in Western academia. The duo also reflects on personal experiences merging science and indigenous wisdom, advocating for holistic understanding in mental health. Finally, they tackle the global implications of political unrest, emphasizing community narratives and the urgent need for compassionate discourse.

In this engaging discussion, guests JMB, a regenerative finance expert, Tyson, who explores bioregional economies, and Josh from IKSLab delve into creating sustainable economic systems. They examine how to establish relational economies without harmful extractive practices. Key topics include the integration of Indigenous knowledge, innovative governance models, and the importance of valuing nature. The conversation also touches on the connection between ecological relationships and community well-being, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and holistic approaches in today's economic landscape.

Pete McCurley, a Gumbaynggirr carver and advocate for cultural fire management, shares his insights on the complexities of indigenous land care. He reveals the challenges of cultural fire management amidst surveillance and sabotage while highlighting the misconceptions surrounding nature. The conversation dives into the balance between invasive species and biocultural systems, the importance of traditional ecological practices, and how historical narratives impact today’s environmental management. Plus, discover how radiata pine can be transformed into artisan tools!

Walking country, reading the land and the flows and feeling what these sentient systems want to create with us, and it's all fabulous, but we're not listening to women the same way, and the land won't speak to us fully until we get that right.

Rishikes Siva, expert in biomimicry and Lunar Punk rhizomatic riffs, explores the divide between Solarpunk and Lunarpunk ideologies, mycelium as a metaphorical framework, interconnectedness in nature, group dynamics, technology evolution, indigenous wisdom, commercialization of spiritual practices, and future technology trends in AI.

Oliver Grove, a pluriversal non-binary individual with a rich tapestry of heritage, shares insights on the complexities of identity shaped by diverse backgrounds. They discuss the journey of understanding their Scottish, Romani-Irish, and Indigenous roots, and the challenges of mental health awareness. The conversation also tackles innovative solutions for homelessness and the integration of Indigenous wisdom in environmental stewardship. Additionally, Oliver explores the fluidity of identity and boundaries, challenging conventional notions while embracing cultural interconnectedness.

Have spears. Will travel.

Emily McAvan queers up our ongoing narratives of embassy and quarantine as kin making rather than exclusion, as we dig deep into the foundational spiritual narratives of Purity, Toxicity, Pollution and Contagion that dominate all policy and practice around the most explosive issues of our time - immigration, medicine and wellness, environmental issues, free speech and media, marriage equality, and those pesky trans kids who think they have a right to piss and play sport.

They say leap and the net appears, but Jack Manning Bancroft at the Indigenous Knowledge Systems Lab is riffing on some emergent para-financial systems that offer something better to splash into, a soft landing for everyone. It's so crazy it just might work. While there may be no Apple sweat-shop safety nets here, we can all return to identities and investments grounded in place and kin, if we really want to.