Landscapes Unmuted: Finding ease in new beginnings
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.
Upcoming: On March 1st, Divine is hosting a webinar on Afrocentric Design in Landscape Architecture and you can sign up here
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
Maci and Divine both host their own podcasts, The Landscape Nerd, and Design Unmuted respectively. You can follow their work in the links below
@design_unmuted
@thelandscapenerd
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