Episode 112: Sirithorn Ing Siriwan, Department Of Asian Studies, Cornell University Gatty Lecture Rewind podcast

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Episode 112: Sirithorn Ing Siriwan, Department of Asian Studies, Cornell University

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In this episode, Francine interviewed Sirithorn Siriwan, or Ing, a Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Asian Studies at Cornell University. Ing discusses rice rituals in northern Thailand and how they relate to animism, or “Sasana Phi.” She draws from narratives surrounding what she coins Thai "ricelihood" to unfold the juxtaposition of phi, rice deity, and Theravada Buddhism. Finally, she recaps her multi-media methodological approach, which includes the use of theater and autoethnography. Lightning Round: 4:42 Research and lecture summary: 12:07 Advice for researchers and recommendations: 47:37 Sirithorn Siriwan's Top Recommendations:

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