Occupy the Internet or It Will Occupy You (part 2 of 2)

Board director Lauri Lumby and founder Jared Dubin discuss the revolutionary inspiration and vision behind Beacon. In part 2, hear how Beacon will help facilitate direct action by prioritizing meaningful connection and cohesive communication. Lauri and Jared discuss the contrast between “social media,” created to hold user attention for profits, and Beacon, a tool for real-world participation and action. In part 1, the previous episode, hear how Beacon’s creation is informed by movements such as Occupy Wall Street, the Standing Rock Sioux’s resistance of the Dakota Access pipeline, Black Lives Matter, and more. More about Lauri: Lauri Ann Lumby, OM, OPM, MATS is the founder and owner of Soul School – providing self-actualization at the intersection of education, psychology, spirituality and creative expression. As a trained Spiritual Director and ordained interfaith minister, Lauri has supported hundreds in their journey toward self-actualization through her online courses, spiritual counseling, writing, and books. Lauri is the published author of ten books including Authentic Freedom – Claiming a Life of Contentment and Joy. Lauri currently lives in Oshkosh, Wisconsin." Learn more about Lauri at www.lauriannlumby.com. More about Jared: After traveling and living all around the country for some years, Jared came three years ago to the South Toe River Valley where, ensconced in forest, he has lived happily since. Here he participates in local food chains, helping out on a farm and taking advantage of nearby natural abundance - particularly mushrooms! With educational backgrounds in psychology and permaculture, he has come to understand both the power and necessity of community. Towards this end he develops and promotes Beacon to his local community, the larger Asheville area, and beyond! Check out the Beacon website, www.thebeaconnetwork.org, where you can learn more and donate to support this important work! Music in this episode is "Music Is" by Pryces: https://uppbeat.io/t/pryces/music-is License code: G7OXRPTCHIN8PVIN