Ec(h)o Effect #3 “Fermentation: Cultivating Change in Times of Crises”

🌍 The Ec(h)o Effect online conversation #3 on “Fermentation: Cultivating Change in Times of Crises” happened on Thursday, 30 May 2024, inviting our special guest Aga Pokrywka in discussion with, this time, one of our featured speakers, Colin Greer, as part of the series Ec(h)o Effect: Conversations on War & Environment, curated and moderated by Ines Montalvao from AwE.

This event was held online and this is the audio version of the session, also available as video on AwE's Youtube channel.

This session explores the role of fermentation in resilience building during conflicts and environmental crises and the political implications of food preservation techniques. We uncover how this ancient practice not only sustains communities during times of scarcity but also fosters resilience in the face of adversity and shed light on the intricate web of power dynamics that shape access to and control over essential resources.

Aga Pokrywka works with video, graphic design and collaborative practices in order to build eclectic narratives. Her work focuses on capturing diverse viewpoints and re-telling stories through interactive and non-linear strategies. Aga is the host of Ferment Radio, a podcast series on bacterial and social fermentation. Her expertise in natural sciences, technology, and decentralized organizing adds depth to our discussion, offering insights into how fermentation practices intersect with indigenous knowledge and traditions, enriching our understanding of resilience in the face of crisis.

🌱 The AwE podcast presents the Ec(h)o Effect series, where we unravel the intricate interplay between war and environment, with engaging and thought-provoking conversations. Get ready to reimagine the relationship between humanity and the natural world, exploring new pathways towards environmental sustainability, peacebuilding, and resilience in the face of conflict. With a constellation of insightful guests, we will delve into critical issues such as climate change, resource scarcity, mass migration, and democratic erosion, as well as other unexpected topics that intertwine with war and environment in unforeseen ways.

We invite you on a journey of exploration through the complex intersections of war, environment, and society, as we uncover insights, spark dialogue, and imagine a path towards a more sustainable and equitable future.

Ec(h)o Effect: conversations on War and Environment is a program funded by the Nordic Culture Fund, who awarded Artists with Evidence with the Globus Opstart grant for 2024.

Follow Artists with Evidence (AwE) and reach out if you want to get involved!