In This Episode

In Episode 6, we look at radical indigenism as a movement that seeks to explore indigenous philosophies in relation to design and harness that wisdom to build a more resilient world. We talk with designer, activist, academic, and author Julia Watson who just released her bestselling book, Lo-Tek: Design by Radical Indigenism.


We also speak with Sam Olbekson, Principal and Director of Native American Design and Planning at Cunningham. Culture is tied to place and Sam brings insight on how to support culture with community building and design practices that are rooted in authentically listening.

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"We are calling for a relook at the knowledge, the technologies, and working with indigienous communities to see what else is possible to create a different type of world. "

 

JULIA WATSON, DESIGNER, ACTIVIST, ACADEMIC, AND AUTHOR

Host and Guests in this Episode

Host: Kaelynn Reid


As a Certified Design Futurist and the Host of Kimball International’s Alternative Design podcast, Kaelynn encourages designers to make creative decisions today for a more promising human experience tomorrow.

Guest: Julia Watson

 

Designer, Activist, Academic, and Author

Guest: Sam Olbekson


Pricipal and Director of Native American Design and Planning at Cunningham