I'm very, very excited about this year's Knowledge Retreat. Audio reflections about communities of interest, intentions, excitement, and hope.

Thoughts on seeing the familiar in film and literature, learning about SA in the film Material with Riaad Moosa, and thinking about local cultural production.

Saying goodbye at work, and reflecting on how one's professional life holds lessons for strong personal relationships as well.

On intentions to write and build community, the magic of bookclubs, meeting new friends in unexpected ways, and the generosity of those who help community spread.

An audio reflection on Elizabeth Gaskell's novel North and South and navigating the connections between culture and imperialism.