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The Queerness of Nature, with Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian
2025/4/10
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Robert Lamb interviews Patricia Kaishian about her book, "Forest Euphoria: The Abounding Queerness of Nature." Kaishian discusses her background in mycology and her growing interest in the philosophy of science and queer theory, leading her to explore the intersection of science, culture, and the often-maligned world of fungi.
- Patricia Kaishian's book explores the intersection of ecology, biodiversity, and queer theory.
- Her interest in the philosophy of science and queer theory grew during her PhD in mycology.
- She observed a lack of objectivity in the scientific treatment of fungi, often portrayed negatively.
- An editor approached her to write a book about queer theory and biodiversity after she gave talks on the subject.
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