From the University to the community, we bring together thinkers, makers, and doers from art, science, theory, and practice in conversation around pressing environmental issues. Join us as we navigate these complex topics and hear from a vibrant mix of artists, experts, and community members, all united in their quest to tackle environmental challenges, aiming to inspire change.
Interdisciplinary artist Lisa Hirmer discusses her contributions to *Ecologies in Practice* and explores the atmosphere as a central theme in her work, including projects like We Are Atmosphere, in an interview with Ashar.
28 Jun 2025
15. Atmosphere: Kiyoko Gotanda
Dr. Kiyoko Gotanda discusses her journey from ballet to biological sciences and emphasizes the role of creativity in research, in an interview with Ashar.
21 Jun 2025
14. Christina Battle
Artist Christina Battle discusses her work on the climate crisis and the intersection of art and science with host Ashar, in this interview episode.
26 May 2025
13. Genevieve Robertson
Artist Genevieve Robertson discusses her projects, Slope and Rainbow Jordan, with Ashar, emphasizing the importance of slow engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration for environmental understanding in this interview.
19 May 2025
12. Earth: Renee Lemoyne
Summary: Renee Lemoyne is a graduate from the Indigenous Relations Program at Western, and joins Ashar on the podcast to share her research on the benefits of learning the Anishinaabemowin language in an immersive course. The conversation explores Renee’s observations on the positive impacts of a land-based language course on participants’ health, and in relation […]
6 May 2025
11. Earth: Genviève Metson
Summary: In this second episode for the theme ‘Earth’, host Ashar speaks with Dr. Geneviève Metson, who discusses her current work and research. Dr. Metson leads the Sustainable Resource Management Lab at Western University, and is establishing a living lab on campus to monitor nutrient cycling and climate change impacts. In this discussion, Dr. Metson emphasizes […]
30 Apr 2025
10. Earth: Dana Prieto
Summary: In this conversation, we speak with multidisciplinary artist Dana Prieto who discusses the significance of working with materials such as soil and clay, and the role of art in environmental conversations. We focus on a recent project of Dana’s, Footnotes for an Arsenal, which examined the complex histories and entanglements of a munitions factory […]
7 Apr 2025
09. Material Trouble: Lois Klassen
Summary: In this episode of the Ecologies in Practice podcast, host Ashar speaks with artist and researcher Lois Klassen, to discuss the pressing issue of textile waste, and the outcomes of the Processing Textile Waste tour and seminar workshop that took place in October 2025. This workshop was part of the Ecologies in Practice podcast […]
31 Mar 2025
08. Material Trouble: Pramila Choudhary
Summary: In this episode host Ashar speaks with Pramila Choudhary, a designer and researcher specializing in sustainability and textile design. Pramila shares her journey from a small village in Rajasthan, India, to her work in textiles and current PhD research in Canada. The conversation explores her early influences in textiles, the transition from corporate fashion […]
24 Mar 2025
07. Material Trouble: Kirsty Robertson
Summary: In this episode Ashar interviews Dr. Kirsty Robertson, Canada Research Chair in Museums, Art and Sustainability at Western University. They discuss Kirsty’s curatorial practice, and her work with the Synthetic Collective, and establishing the Center for Sustainable Curating. Kirsty shares insights on the future of museum practices and sustainability, her research on synthetic textiles, […]
17 Mar 2025
06. Material Trouble: Gwenyth Chao
In this conversation, artist and educator Gwenyth Chow discusses her innovative approach to art that emphasizes ecological sustainability and the transformation of food waste into creative materials. She shares insights into her experimental processes, the challenges and joys of working with organic materials, and the importance of community engagement in her practice. Gwenyth discusses her […]
11 Mar 2025
05. Material Trouble: Emily Chudnovsky
Our second theme in the Ecologies in Practice podcast is ‘Material Trouble’. We start this series on materials in conversation with artist Emily Chudnovsky. Emily discusses her interdisciplinary approach to art, focusing on sustainability and the use of recycled materials. Bio: Emily Chudnovsky holds a Master of Fine art from the Glasgow School of Art […]
23 Feb 2025
04. Water: Tom Cull
For this final episode on Water, Ashar speaks with writer, poet, and environmental activist Tom Cull. Tom discusses his personal connection to the local waterways in London, Ontario, his related creative work, teaching, and work in the community. Bio: Tom Cull resides in London, Ontario on the banks of Deshkan Ziibi. He works at the Upper […]
17 Feb 2025
03. Water: Julie Rae Tucker
In this episode host Ashar speaks with Julie Rae Tucker, the head of programs and projects at Art Windsor Essex. They discuss Julie’s curatorial practices, with a focus on water as a theme in Julie’s work, particularly in her exhibitions ‘Water Protectors’ and ‘The Water Library.’ Bio: Julie Rae Tucker is a Windsor-based artist, curator, […]
9 Feb 2025
02. Water: Katie Lawson
In this episode of the Ecologies in Practice podcast, host Ashar Mobeen speaks with Katie Lawson, a curator and writer based in Toronto. They explore Katie’s journey in curatorial practice, her deep connection to water, and how it informs her work. The discussion delves into her major projects, and evolving perspective on the relationship between […]
1 Feb 2025
01. Water: Brendon Samuels
This series on water begins with Brendon Samuels, a PhD candidate in the Department of Biology at Western University. Samuels shares a personal connection to waterways, and highlights a collaborative project which focused on community-engaged flood mitigation through ecological restoration. Bio: Brendon Samuels is a PhD candidate in the Department of Biology at Western University […]
15 Nov 2024
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