
← The Forest School Podcast11 May · 1 h 02 min
Ep 245 - Folklore and Neo-Enclosure w/ Nik Elvy
<p>In this podcast, Nik Elvy, an artist, outdoor educator, and researcher, shares insights on neo-enclosure, folk traditions, and the impact of history on contemporary society. </p><p>We explored themes of land access, cultural heritage, and social justice, offering a deep dive into how history and folklore shape our present and future.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes</p><p>01:18 Nick Elvie's Background and Recent Work</p><p>03:01 Understanding Neo-Enclosure: Definitions and Examples</p><p>04:59 Green Spaces, Parking, and Neo-Enclosure</p><p>06:48 Community Spaces and Exclusion</p><p>09:01 Meeting with the Secretary of State on Poverty</p><p>11:55 Poverty, Epigenetics, and Family History</p><p>15:56 Historical Land Rights and Enclosure Movements</p><p>20:02 Folklore, Folk Practices, and Cultural Heritage</p><p>29:54 The Folk Renaissance and Cultural Appropriation</p><p>39:57 Community Engagement and Folk Traditions</p><p>50:05 Contemporary Challenges: Gentrification and Cultural Loss</p><p>57:58 The Role of Outdoor Education and Land Access</p><p>01:00:00 Closing Remarks and Resources</p><p><br></p><p>Folklorican on Substack - https://folklorican.substack.com/</p><p>Folkloric on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/folkloric</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>