Permafrost Hydrofeminism | Astrida Neimanis and Nikita Tananaev

Cultural theorist, Astrida Neimanis’ theory of Hydrofeminism, positions water as an ever-shifting body that connects all beings and archives all histories. Unlike other bodies of water however, the permafrost wishes to remain still. Neimanis speaks with permafrost hydrologist, Nikita Tananaev to discuss the cultural, philosophical, and ecological implications of permafrost degradation as it disrupts ancient ecosystems suspended in the ice. This podcast was first released by RW MACBA, before the UK sanctions of the Dissolving Earths program were lifted. The soundscape and sound-editing is by Either/Or Productions. https://dissolving.earth/ Credits: Cover image by Robert Bye