TED: How to live with fire | Oral McGuire

The video explores the cultural and ecological significance of fire in Australia, particularly among the Baladong Junga people. It discusses the dual nature of fire as both a friend and a foe, highlighting traditional fire management practices and their role in maintaining ecological balance. The speaker contrasts these with modern controlled burns, which can be destructive. The importance of regenerative land management and cultural burning practices is emphasized as a means to heal and sustain the land.

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