Maci and Kristen discuss the subtlety of bias and the barriers to belonging in landscape architecture. The conversation shares many personal insights revealed in addressing the challenges of navigating assumptions in public design and advocating for more inclusive thoughts and conversations throughout the design process. Maci @thelandscapenerd

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Kristen @pop_of_good

#landscapearchitecture #biasindesign #belonging #designforbelonigng #publicdesign #mentalhealth

In this episode, we celebrate World Landscape Architecture Month and Autism Acceptance Month with a conversation about connection! Maci and guest Caressa Joyce explore the deep connections humans have with the land and how practices help connect us to our understanding of nature and community. 

This interdisciplinary conversation is guided by the following questions:

What is the overarching theme of your work and philosophy?

What is your origin story?

Who/what is part of your lineage?

What are some of the earth-based things you do?

What do you wish everyone knew/practiced to help humanity and Mother Earth? 

About Caressa:

www.caressajoycenteredlife.com 

A Yoga-Massage-Energy Therapist, A Life Cycles Celebrant, Artist, Activist, Mama, Life Partner, Oracle Card Reader, Mystic, Healer, Teacher, Friend, Sacred Circle Leader, Writer, Earth and Moon Lover. 

Upcoming Events:

Landscape Lore with the Landscape Nerd April 24th- Get your tickets!

Seasonal Tea Ceremony: Bellatierra  April 27th -Get your tickets!

Guided Meditation and Tea Blending May 9th - SOLD OUT

Takeaways:

• The interconnection between self-care and caring for the earth is vital.

• Nature serves as a profound teacher in understanding life's complexities.

land connection, rituals, personal journey, lineage, earth-based practices, community, self-care, environmental awareness, landscape architecture, mindfulness

In this episode, we explore the enchanting world of cherry blossoms- their beauty, cultural significance, and the folklore surrounding them.

Words for the algorithm:

#Landscapearchitecture #design #Cherryblossoms #spring #folklore #culturalsignificance #symbolism #nature #beauty #ephemeral #cherrytree

Vulnerability in Entrepreneurship

Maci and Divine explore the complexities of entrepreneurship, focusing on the intertwining of personal identity and professional life. They discuss the challenges of vulnerability, community support, and the emotional facets of being an entrepreneur.

The conversation continued beyond the intended end time, so please enjoy 2 extra bonus clips! 

⁠Remesha Design Lab⁠

@design_unmuted

⁠The Landscape Nerd⁠

@thelandscapenerd

Transcript for Episode

Key Themes

• Entrepreneurship requires navigating personal and professional identities.

• Community support is crucial for sustaining entrepreneurial journeys.

• Building a multi-passionate business is possible and fulfilling.

Chapters

00:59 Reflecting on Five Years of The Landscape Nerd

04:27 The Intersection of Personal Life and Professional Identity

19:04 The Importance of Community and Support

24:52 The Intertwining of Life and Work

29:49 Unexpected Ease in Public Speaking

30:52 Embracing AI in Entrepreneurship

41:51 The Importance of Emotional Expression

51:49 The Challenge of Sharing Personal Stories

56:06 Setting Accountability and Challenges for Growth

Keywords for the algorithm 

Landscape architecture, podcast, entrepreneurship, vulnerability, personal growth, community support, emotional intelligence, AI in business, multi-passionate, work-life balance, authenticity, design

In this episode, we are celebrating 5 years together!!! We’ve been through a lot and I wonder what the next 5 years have in store for us. As the podcast has grown, so has the number of nerds tuning in! We are making an impact and I want to keep learning together.

• We will talk about the purpose of the podcast and how it got started and how it has evolved.

• Lessons learned/ advice for others wanting to speak out or take a non-traditional landscape architecture journey. 

• Favorite Episodes

• I’ll answer the most frequently asked questions

• Then we will talk about upcoming projects

Consider supporting the podcast by leaving a review and sharing episodes with friends. Monetary support is also appreciated to fund necessary software and hosting platforms- 

venmo @maci-nelson213

Keywords for the algorithm: 

#neurodiversity, #landscapearchitecture, #motherhood, #representation, #design, #inclusion, #education, #personalgrowth, #professional development

In this episode, we are celebrating 5 years together!!! We’ve been through a lot and I wonder what the next 5 years have in store for us. As the podcast has grown, so has the number of nerds tuning in! We are making an impact and I want to keep learning together.

• We will talk about the purpose of the podcast and how it got started and how it has evolved.

• Lessons learned/ advice for others wanting to speak out or take a non-traditional landscape architecture journey. 

• Favorite Episodes

• I’ll answer the most frequently asked questions

• Then we will talk about upcoming projects

Consider supporting the podcast by leaving a review and sharing episodes with friends. Monetary support is also appreciated to fund necessary software and hosting platforms- 

venmo @maci-nelson213

Key words for the algorithm: 

#neurodiversity, #landscapearchitecture, #motherhood, #representation, #design, #inclusion, #education, #personalgrowth, #professional development

In this episode of Landscapes Unmuted, Divine and Maci explore the concept of success, and redefining it. They discuss the traditional stereotypes of success and the challenges they present to keeping people in the field. The conversation emphasizes the need to redefine success to include personal well-being, work-life balance, and community impact. Then they close out the episode by sharing their definitions of success, celebrating achievements, and sharing their dreams for the future.

⁠Remesha Design Lab⁠

@design_unmuted

⁠The Landscape Nerd⁠

@thelandscapenerd

Key Themes

• Redefining success is essential for more diverse perspectives in Landscape Architecture.

• Exploitation in the industry begins during education, where students are expected to prioritize work over well-being.

• The narrative of needing decades of experience to be considered good is limiting and harmful. 

• Redefining success involves finding balance and joy.

• Dream big.

• Success is a personal journey that evolves.

Chapters

08:11 Challenging Stereotypes of Success

14:38 The Impact of Gender Dynamics on Success

19:55 Understanding Exploitation in the Field

30:40 Personal Redefinitions of Success

39:01 The Shift from Production to Impact

45:05 CenteringJoy and Balance

49:52 Collaboration and Self-Knowledge in Success

57:20 Celebrating Achievements and Community

01:01:47 Dreaming Big: Personal Aspirations and Goals

Keywords for the algorithm 

success, landscape architecture, International Women's Day, gender dynamics, exploitation, redefining success, personal growth, career challenges, work-life balance, community impact, creative work, emotional toll, redefining success, joy, balance, collaboration, self-knowledge, self-discovery, community, personal aspirations

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Don't worry, The Landscape Nerd is not going anywhere, it's just growing a bit!

In this inaugural episode of Landscapes Unmuted, hosts Maci Nelson and Divine Ndemeye introduce their new podcast, discussing their backgrounds, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges of navigating mental health and burnout in the design field.

The conversation highlights their commitment to creating a healthier, more inclusive environment in landscape architecture and design.

Maci and Divine both host their own podcasts, The Landscape Nerd, and Design Unmuted respectively. You can follow their work in the links below

⁠Remesha Design Lab⁠

@design_unmuted

⁠The Landscape Nerd⁠

@thelandscapenerd

⁠Transcript for the episode ⁠

Key Themes

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Landscapes Unmuted

03:02 The Journey of Co-Hosting

06:02 Personal Backgrounds and Identities

09:11 The Importance of Collaboration

12:01 Navigating Burnout and Mental Health

14:50 The Power of Community and Support

21:12 Defining Success and Personal Growth

24:10 Designing a Life of Ease

39:41 Celebrating Milestones

41:48 Writing Ourselves into the Narrative

47:02 Asking for Opportunities and Collaboration

49:07 Claiming Our Talents and Multiple Passions

01:06:12 Final Thoughts and Future Episode Prompts

Keywords for the algorithm:

podcast, landscape architecture, mental health, collaboration, community, burnout, design, personal growth, identity, creativity, entrepreneurship, design, education, inclusivity, neurodiversity, community, collaboration, milestones, storytelling, personal growth

Don't worry, The Landscape Nerd is not going anywhere, it's just growing a bit!

In this inaugural episode of Landscapes Unmuted, hosts Maci Nelson and Divine Ndemeye introduce their new podcast, discussing their backgrounds, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges of navigating mental health and burnout in the design field.

The conversation highlights their commitment to creating a healthier, more inclusive environment in landscape architecture and design.

Maci and Divine both host their own podcasts, The Landscape Nerd, and Design Unmuted respectively. You can follow their work in the links below

Remesha Design Lab

@design_unmuted

The Landscape Nerd

@thelandscapenerd

Transcript for the episode

Key Themes

• Collaboration is key to overcoming challenges in the design field.
• Mental health awareness is crucial for a healthier work culture.
• Personal identities shape our perspectives and work in design.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Landscapes Unmuted

03:02 The Journey of Co-Hosting

06:02 Personal Backgrounds and Identities

09:11 The Importance of Collaboration

12:01 Navigating Burnout and Mental Health

14:50 The Power of Community and Support

21:12 Defining Success and Personal Growth

24:10 Designing a Life of Ease

39:41 Celebrating Milestones

41:48 Writing Ourselves into the Narrative

47:02 Asking for Opportunities and Collaboration

49:07 Claiming Our Talents and Multiple Passions

01:06:12 Final Thoughts and Future Episode Prompts

Keywords for the algorithm:

podcast, landscape architecture, mental health, collaboration, community, burnout, design, personal growth, identity, creativity, entrepreneurship, design, education, inclusivity, neurodiversity, community, collaboration, milestones, storytelling, personal growth

We discuss emotions informing the design of our environment.

Please rate and/or leave a review, it helps the show a lot! 

If you wish to learn more about Kelsey and Mental Landscapes?

https://mentallandscapes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mentallandscapedesign/

Eventide: Nov 14 2024

https://www.thelandscapenerd.com/

Also, Thank you to KoffeeSwap for the music in today’s episode!

KoffeeSwap Theme v1 - 100bpm by tukyo.eth -- https://freesound.org/s/625533/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 -Additional audio records provided by me, Maci Nelson, are not to be used for any commercial purposes