Ep.130 Radical Lives in Theatre: Embodied Eco-Feminism with Karen Malpede

About this episode

In this episode, Tigrilla Gardenia interviews Karen Malpede about the intersection of activism, ecology, and art through the lens of eco-feminism and theater.

What happens when activism, ecology, and art merge into one radical act of remembrance? In this episode of Reconnect with Plant Wisdom, I sit down with playwright, author, and eco-feminist Karen Malpede to explore how theater becomes a living witness to humanity's evolving relationship with nature. Together, we dive into the roots of eco-feminism, radical creativity, conscious death, and what it truly means to embody change. Through her decades of work—intertwining ritual, activism, and performance—Karen reveals how storytelling can reawaken our ecological memory and call us back into relationship with Earth. If you've ever wondered how art can transform consciousness or how to live in rhythm with the cycles of creation and loss, this episode will move you deeply. What You'll Learn About Eco-Feminism & Art 🌱 How eco-feminism bridges activism, art, and embodied awareness 🌱 The power of theater as witness, not protest 🌱 Why slowing down time can change perception and restore connection 🌱 How creative expression mirrors ecological regeneration ✨ Resources ✨ 🌱 Expanded Show Notes [https://tigrillagardenia.com/podcast] 🌱 Karen Malpede's memoir Last Radiance: Radical Lives, Ripe…

People in this episode

Host: Tigrilla Gardenia

Guest: Karen Malpede

Topics covered

• eco-feminism
• theater
• activism
• art
• storytelling
• ecological memory

Keywords

• eco-feminism
• theater
• activism
• art
• storytelling
• ecological memory
• radical creativity
• conscious death

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Naturally Conscious Community

Books & works: Last Radiance: Radical Lives, Ripe Deaths

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