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I think it has deep cultural, religious and historical significance as well, that kind of really takes you to the past, but makes you aware of what the present is. And we all have wishes for a future, right?
Tenzin Dhardon-Sharling
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About our guests
Gloria Omuya
Chosen object: Beaded necklace and bracelet
Recording location: Edinburgh
Gloria is a recent graduate with an MSc in Africa and International Development. She is passionate about building programs that help organisations impact lives and communities. With a background in the educational non-profit sector in Kenya, her work has focused on honouring people, building community, improving systems for long-lasting impact, and increasing opportunities for people to thrive. Gloria is happy doing anything involving people, plans and processes!
Tenzin Dhardon-Sharling
Chosen object: A colourful Tibetan table
Recording location: Massachusetts
Dhardon is an educator, feminist scholar, environmental humanist, and a former Tibetan political personality. She is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Massachusetts and is also pursuing a graduate certificate in feminist studies. Dhardon is passionate about intersectional social justice and is working on her current book Theorising a Female Dalai Lama: An Intersectional Tool for Feminisms.
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Host: Hannah Clark
Theme music: Nathan Webb
Producer: Kate Stewart