AwE - Artists with Evidence

By: Artists with Evidence
  • Summary

  • AwE - Artists with Evidence is a podcast where art meets science, unlocking powerful stories at the intersection of creativity, imagination, and knowledge in its multiple forms. As an organisation, Artists with Evidence (a non-profit based in the US and active globally) believes that art-science has the ability not only to inspire but also to shine a light on the world’s most pressing issues through the lens of fact, scientific inquiry and artistic practice, through engaging in dialogue and collaboration. Our mission is to explore the role of art-science in shaping conversations around complex global challenges like climate change, conflict, environmental justice and so much more.

    In this podcast, you'll find thought-provoking sessions, including audio versions of our online series Ec(h)o Effect: Conversations on War & Environment, where artists, scientists, activists and thought-leaders come together to discuss the impact and entanglements of war and our ecosystems. Through these conversations, we delve into how art-science can provide a unique platform for awareness, change, and action.

    But that’s just the beginning - the AwE Podcast is your portal to the ever-expanding world of art-science collaborations. Expect future episodes to feature exclusive interviews, panel discussions, and new series that bring together creative minds and experts to explore the evidence and creativity behind their work. Whether you're passionate about the environment, fascinated by human creativity, or curious about the intersection of the two, AwE - Artists with Evidence podcast will leave you engaged and inspired.

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Episodes
  • Ec(h)o Effect #4: For a Secure Future: Ending the Nuclear Threat
    Dec 16 2024

    🌍 The Ec(h)o Effect online conversation “For a Secure Future: Ending the Nuclear Threat” was held on Thursday, 26 September 2024, inviting Sara Kutchesfahani to join our featured speaker Colin Greer, for this 4th discussion of the series Ec(h)o Effect: Conversations on War & Environment, curated and moderated by Ines Montalvao from AwE.

    In this session, we dived into the critical topic of nuclear disarmament and its implications for global security and environmental sustainability. We discussed the pressing need for people everywhere to have the right to a safe and secure future, free from the threat of nuclear weapons, and explored how this ties into broader efforts to protect our planet from the devastating consequences of war.

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

    Dr. Sara Z. Kutchesfahani, Director of Programs at Ploughshares, brings 20 years of expertise in nuclear nonproliferation and security. With a PhD in Political Science from University College London and a career spanning research, analysis, teaching, and policy work across the globe, Sara’s insights will guide us through the complexities of nuclear threats and the urgent need for action. She is also the author of two influential books on nuclear nonproliferation, and numerous scholarly and policy articles, offering a unique perspective on how we can build a safer world.

    🌱 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.

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Ec(h)o Effect #3 “Fermentation: Cultivating Change in Times of Crises”
    Nov 15 2024

    🌍 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!

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Ec(h)o Effect #2 “Resilience Narratives: Facing Societal Challenges”
    Nov 15 2024

    🌍 Our online conversation #2 on “Resilience Narratives: Facing Societal Challenges” took place on Thursday, 25 April 2024, as part of the series Ec(h)o Effect: Conversations on War & Environment, curated and moderated by Ines Montalvao from AwE. In this episode, our featured speakers, Ali Akbar Mehta and Colin Greer, were joined by esteemed guests Alnoor Ladha and Lynn Murphy.

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

    In this session, we delve into the pressing question of democratic decolonization under threat from the over-militarization of responses to war and the movement of peoples facing war and climate crises. Alnoor Ladha's work at the intersection of political organizing, systems thinking, structural change, and narrative journalism offers invaluable insights. Lynn Murphy, co-founder of Transition Resource Circle (TRC) along with Ladha, brings her expertise and enriches our exploration of coping strategies amidst environmental devastation and warfare, and a critical perspective on the role of philanthropy in addressing societal challenges. .

    Together, we weave tales of sorrow and resilience amidst the debris of destruction, infusing them with threads of hope for the future.

    🌱 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!

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    1 hr and 42 mins

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