Bees in a Pod
Bees in a Pod
Leaders in Community and Community Tales
EP.019 - Cameron Bray: R-Urban, Sustainable Food Systems, and Learning French in India
38 minutes Posted Dec 13, 2024 at 8:30 am.
Cameron Bray's Background and Role at R-Urban01:03 Exploring the R-Urban Community Space06:50 Impact of COVID-19 on R-Urban08:33 Cameron's Personal Journey and Interests14:13 Discovering a Passion for Gardening and Food14:37 Creating a Just Food System in East London16:07 Innovative Food Waste Solutions17:43 Challenges of Food Waste Management in Cities19:57 Social Impact of Community Food Projects23:08 Empowering Communities Through Ownership27:44 Navigating Bureaucracy and Community Power35:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
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In this episode of Bees on a Pod, hosts Mo and Mash welcome Cameron Bray, who shares insights about his role at the innovative community space R-Urban in Poplar, East London. 
Cameron discusses R-Urban's multifaceted activities, including food growing, community kitchens, workshops, and sustainable practices like composting and anaerobic digestion. The conversation covers Cameron's background in architecture, his upbringing in Delhi, and how his experiences have shaped his passion for community building and sustainability. They also delve into the challenges of turning food waste into resources, fostering communal spaces, and the importance of local ownership and engagement in community projects.
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