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Can a novel become a catalyst to help us address impending climate disaster? That’s one question posed by the legendary Kim Stanley Robinson, in his best-selling novel The Ministry for the Future, which begins with millions of Indians dying from temperatures that send people cramming into lakes to cool off — where they literally poach to death. The book has been praised by everyone from Barack Obama to the Dalai Lama and seems to be turning even bureaucrats and bankers' heads. In his work, Robinson creates space for the possibility of change, possible worlds of equity, not only for survival but for justice and a liveable future. Call it speculative fiction, sci-fi, even “cli-fi”, The Ministry for the Future is a blueprint for transformation and pushes us to think not just about how close to the end we might be. If 20 million people in India died in a heatwave today would that be enough to force humanity to act? Join Laura and Stan for this conversation on how we can all imagine change and work to preserve our planet.
“I'm seeing people responding to my novel, which is just a story, because they want that story. What I'm seeing now is that the 2020s will be a time of intense action and it will mean intense conflict, but good things can come of it.”
“I think it's a problem being noticed more and more — that we value the present much more than future generations, who are sure to come if we don't wreck everything.”
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GUEST
- Kim Stanley Robinson: New York Times Bestselling Author, The Ministry for the Future, Mars trilogy, Aurora, 2312, New York 2140
Photo by Sean Curtin
CONTENT:
00:00 - How Close Are We to Deadly Temperatures?
05:50 - Making a Green Economy
10:59 - The “Currents” of Change
14:10 - Rating Biden’s Plan on Climate Change
22:33 - Closing Thoughts
JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST IN-PERSON FUNDRAISER!:
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📺 RELATED EPISODES:
- Greenpeace at 50: The Climate Crisis is a Fight Not an Argument - youtu.be/W5HrgFW9po0
- Ecology: The Infrastructure of the Future? - youtu.be/qaLE6uke0f8
- Red Road to the Future: Native Sovereignty is Key to Climate Justice - youtu.be/T3g49Xs_enM
📚 Check out our Book of the Week on BOOKSHOP -
“The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson - bookshop.org/a/22992/9780316300131
CREDITS
Executive Producer: Laura Flanders
Senior Story Producer: Sabrina Artel
Director of Development: Alicia Duque
Consulting Producer: Rory O'Connor
Editors: Nat Needham, David Neumann
Radio & Podcast Producer: Jeannie Hopper
Communications Manager: Janet Hernandez
Motion Graphics: Nat Needham
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Can a novel become a catalyst to help us address impending climate disaster? That’s one question posed by the legendary Kim Stanley Robinson, in his best-selling novel The Ministry for the Future, which begins with millions of Indians dying from temperatures that send people cramming into lakes to cool off — where they literally poach to death. The book has been praised by everyone from Barack Obama to the Dalai Lama and seems to be turning even bureaucrats and bankers' heads. In his work, Robinson creates space for the possibility of change, possible worlds of equity, not only for survival but for justice and a liveable future. Call it speculative fiction, sci-fi, even “cli-fi”, The Ministry for the Future is a blueprint for transformation and pushes us to think not just about how close to the end we might be. If 20 million people in India died in a heatwave today would that be enough to force humanity to act? Join Laura and Stan for this conversation on how we can all imagine change and work to preserve our planet.
“I'm seeing people responding to my novel, which is just a story, because they want that story. What I'm seeing now is that the 2020s will be a time of intense action and it will mean intense conflict, but good things can come of it.”
“I think it's a problem being noticed more and more — that we value the present much more than future generations, who are sure to come if we don't wreck everything.”
_______________________________________________________________________________________
GUEST
- Kim Stanley Robinson: New York Times Bestselling Author, The Ministry for the Future, Mars trilogy, Aurora, 2312, New York 2140
Photo by Sean Curtin
CONTENT:
00:00 - How Close Are We to Deadly Temperatures?
05:50 - Making a Green Economy
10:59 - The “Currents” of Change
14:10 - Rating Biden’s Plan on Climate Change
22:33 - Closing Thoughts
JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST IN-PERSON FUNDRAISER!:
Get tickets to a live Q&A and book signing with special guest, environmentalist Bill McKibben!: eventbrite.com/e/419711015947
🎧 PODCAST:
Prefer to listen? Hear this week's episode on your favorite podcast platform: lauraflanders.simplecast.com/episodes/kim-stanley-robinson-writing-the-future-story-people-want
✏️ RESEARCH & READING LIST:
Visit our Patreon for more information on this week's episode, including related articles, books and more: patreon.com/posts/season-3-episode-72077926
📺 RELATED EPISODES:
- Greenpeace at 50: The Climate Crisis is a Fight Not an Argument - youtu.be/W5HrgFW9po0
- Ecology: The Infrastructure of the Future? - youtu.be/qaLE6uke0f8
- Red Road to the Future: Native Sovereignty is Key to Climate Justice - youtu.be/T3g49Xs_enM
📚 Check out our Book of the Week on BOOKSHOP -
“The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson - bookshop.org/a/22992/9780316300131
CREDITS
Executive Producer: Laura Flanders
Senior Story Producer: Sabrina Artel
Director of Development: Alicia Duque
Consulting Producer: Rory O'Connor
Editors: Nat Needham, David Neumann
Radio & Podcast Producer: Jeannie Hopper
Communications Manager: Janet Hernandez
Motion Graphics: Nat Needham
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
The Laura Flanders Show is non-commercial independent media that relies on the contributions of viewers and listeners.
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Within the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and feminist activism, Holly Hughes and Esther Newton are pioneers — breaking barriers and leaving an indelible mark on the fields of art, anthropology, activism, and LGBTQ+ representation. The work of Hughes and Newton have shaped our understanding of gender, identity, and community. Join us as we explore their significant contributions to LGBTQ+ rights, feminism, and human rights, delving into the power of queer kinship in overcoming anti-LGBTQ and anti-feminist ideologies.
Holly Hughes, a writer and performer, made a lasting impact through her involvement in the renowned WOW Cafe in New York City. In the face of backlash and anti-LGBTQ sentiments during the 1990s, Hughes art stood as a testament to the importance of queer rights and self-expression.
Esther Newton, a pioneering anthropologist, is known for her groundbreaking 1972 book, Mother Camp, the first major anthropological study of what would now perhaps be called an LGBT community in the U.S. Her perspective as a lesbian feminist challenged conventional notions of gender, fostering greater understanding and acceptance. Newtons work remains relevant in todays discussions on LGBTQ+ rights, LGBTQ+ rights in the Supreme Court, and ongoing LGBTQ+ issues.
Their individual achievements have contributed to the advancement of LGBT rights, trans rights, and feminist causes. Their inspiring stories transcend boundaries, inspiring marginalized individuals to embrace their identities and advocate for inclusivity and acceptance. What can they teach us today, in the face of anti-LGBTQ bills, anti-gay laws and extremism?
In this episode we discuss gender, identity, and Hughes and Newton’s commitment to intersectional feminism, queer kinship, and community-building to provide inspiration for fostering supportive networks and dismantling societal barriers.
In celebration of Pride Month 2023, we honor the contributions of Holly Hughes and Esther Newton within the LGBTQ+ community, feminism, and the fight for a more just and inclusive society. Their conversation reminds us that the journey towards equality and acceptance is ongoing. Join us as we delve into their remarkable stories and explore the power of queer kinship in challenging anti-LGBTQ and anti-feminist beliefs.
0:00 What to Expect In This Episode
1:00 LGBTQ+ Rights History
2:30 Hughes & WOW Cafe
4:00 Newtons Feminist Perspective
6:00 Queer Kinship Significance
8:00 Hughes on Trans Attacks
10:00 Newton on Gender Identity
12:00 Identity Politics Challenges
16:00 Newtons Identity Journey
20:00 LGBTQ+ Future & Progress
“I am very concerned and disheartened [by] the attacks on trans people. Its disheartening to see some of it coming from feminists. I think a lot of the people who are described as TERFs are not really Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists because theyre not feminists. Theyre just exclusionary.” - Holly Hughes
“Traditionally primary ties were supposed to be ‘blood family.’ Gay people have built structures outside of that, which I think is partly whats so appealing to young people. We must maintain those structures.” - Esther Newton
GUESTS:
Holly Hughes: Performer & Writer; Professor, University of Michigan
Esther Newton: Professor of Anthropology, Founder & Leading Scholar LGBTQ Studies; Author, Mother Camp: Female Impersonators in America & My Butch Career: A Memoir
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