Dr. Shawn Wilson - Research is Ceremony

In the Season 3 premiere of Sámi ritmmat / Samiske rytmer, we meet Dr. Shawn Wilson, a leading voice in Indigenous research.His book Research is Ceremony has been an important contribution to the field of Indigenous methodologies, presenting a relational approach to knowledge creation.In this episode, we explore his background and his views on what it means to conduct research in an Indigenous context – not as the collection of data, but as an act grounded in ceremony, responsibility, and relationship.Dr. Wilson shares his understanding of knowledge as something based on relational accountability, where relationship itself is knowledge.We discuss ownership of knowledge, the limitations of Western academic structures, and how research can support healing and reconnection.This conversation also touches on spiritual practice, community responsibility, the rhythm of storytelling, and the role of ceremony in knowledge sharing.This episode marks the beginning of a new season focused on dialogue, rhythms, and reflections.Welcome to Season 3 of Sámi ritmmat / Samiske rytmer.Link to Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7scgigQw0SIEsfKSnnMvq9?si=cb91dc4526334c40Photo: Knut ÅserudLogo: Peter KnudsenMusic by: Filip Hauan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.