PhD Talks: Thinking Through Life: New approaches to sustainable heritage with Jonathan Doe

Send a love messageIn this episode, Andrea and Jonathan Bill Doe, a PhD candidate from the Brandenburgische Technische Universität, as they explore Jonathan's research on the Keta Lagoon and urban gardening in Ghana. Initially focusing on Jonathan's intriguing master's project, 'Keta Lagoon: Uncovering Suppressed Heritage Practices for Sustainable Wetland Management,' they delve into the complexities of heritage, sustainability, and cultural practices. Jonathan shares insights from his extensive academic journey, his practical experiences as a tour guide, and his observations on Ghana's urban and heritage landscapes. They discuss the nuances of colonial history, local knowledge holders, and sustainable practices like the 'Atsidza' fishing method. Moving forward, Jonathan talks about his PhD project involving urban gardening and sociotechnical imaginaries in postcolonial Ghana, highlighting the importance of integrating traditional practices into modern sustainability efforts. This enlightening conversation reveals how historical, cultural, and environmental factors intertwine, emphasizing the necessity of inclusive and thoughtful heritage management.#sustainable #heritage #unesco Best quality video at: https://youtu.be/T9ijth48w54?si=vOu9Y7klwZ9C6Fw600:54 Jonathan's Academic Journey02:20 Tour Guiding and Heritage Interest05:18 Philosophical and Historical Insights06:27 Keta Lagoon and Suppressed Heritage21:47 Colonial Impact and Local Knowledge38:55 Decolonial Philosophy and Lagoon Management39:42 Beyond Dichotomies: Historical and Modern Practices41:34 Relationality in African Philosophy43:05 Sustainability and Economic Assumptions47:11 Fishing Practices in the Lagoon58:42 Ownership and Commons in Lagoon Fishing01:01:49 Urban Gardening and Post-Colonial GhanaRead Jonathan's Paper: https://bluepapers.nl/index.php/bp/ar...Join the Substack: https://lovephilosophy.substack.com/Full intro and notes here.Care is not the opposite of love. It is the very urge of life. 'Caring for what?' is the primary question. That we have a choice about what we care for and how is what makes us human, but it's quite the challenge and responsibility. Let's help one another handle it.Support the showBuy Holding Paradox: The Navigational Approach to Mind and Consciousness by Andrea HiottSign up for Making Ways newsletter and projects.Please rate and review with love. YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Substack.