Q1: What are commoning groups?

A1: Commoning groups are social systems where resources are managed and shared collectively by a community for mutual benefit. They are often characterized by democratic decision-making, shared stewardship, and sustainability.

Q2: What types of commoning groups exist?

A2: There are several types of commoning groups, including peer-to-peer platforms, platform cooperatives, land and housing cooperatives, open-source communities, and knowledge and education commons.

Q3: What are peer-to-peer (P2P) platforms?

A3: P2P platforms are online networks where individuals interact directly to buy, sell, or exchange goods, services, or information without a traditional intermediary. When organized democratically by users, these platforms can function as commoning groups.

Q5: What are land and housing cooperatives?

A5: Land and housing cooperatives are forms of shared ownership where property is jointly owned and managed by its residents or users. These cooperatives help ensure affordable and secure housing, promote a sense of community, and allow shared decision-making.

Q6: What are open-source communities?

A6: Open-source communities are digital commoning groups where software or other digital assets are collectively produced, used, and maintained. All users have access to the source code and can modify or improve it, leading to a collaborative and iterative development process.

Q7: What are knowledge and education commons?

A7: Knowledge and education commons are spaces where educational resources are collaboratively produced and shared freely. This can occur on online platforms that offer educational resources and textbooks free of charge.

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Commoning Groups: A Survey of the Spectrum

ByRicky Wright May 30, 2023June 1, 2023

As we continue to advance into the digital age, the interplay between technology and society grows more intricate and intimate. One fascinating area of exploration is the intersection between commoning groups and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The world of ‘commoning’—a term describing the collective ownership and management of resources—seems to be on a collision course with…

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My Celebrity of #Vanlife Podast!

ByRicky Wright May 8, 2022May 23, 2023

The Wanderlust of #Vanlife (2015) examines the travelling and blogging movement established by Foster Huntington, who quit a Manhattan corporate job to travel full time in Volkswagen. Huntington says, “I felt like I was kind of pissing away my 20’s doing that” and changed to a more authentic way of making a living, documenting his…

The Deeper Meaning in #Vanlife

ByRicky Wright January 19, 2021May 29, 2023

Although these articles are directed toward #vanlife many of the same issues could apply to YouTube sailing channels. #Vanlife and YouTube Sailing Channels The rise of the #vanlife and YouTube sailing channels have both captured the imagination of many people looking for an escape from the traditional 9-to-5 lifestyle. Both movements have attracted individuals who…

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From the Creative Generation to the Hipsters

ByRicky Wright October 9, 2019February 25, 2020

There are two ads that both play intertextually on the hipster aesthetic to effectively create meaning. They are the Volkswagen’s Think Small by Doyle Dane Bernbach (1959) and Hungry Jacks Keeping It Real television ad by Clemenger BBDO (2017) in Sydney. The Think Small advertisement is responsible for initiating the creative generation in advertising…

Petri Dish – A sci-fi short story

ByRicky Wright May 27, 2019March 16, 2023

See the difference between different versions of ChatGPT and the original story. Title: Petri Dish – A Sci-Fi Short Story Author: Ricky Wright Improved by ChatGPT 4 Date: May 27, 2019 In a vibrant, cozy bedroom, young Delphia, a primary school student, carefully sprinkles small fragments of bio-material into a petri dish. She observes the…

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Exploring Gamification

ByRicky Wright March 22, 2019February 8, 2023

My recent experiences with gamification. 1) Connecting with the Community I started collaborating and gamifying the experience early on the #alm201 hashtag by introducing myself via video and then continued to contribute and respond to other students’ efforts. I responded to the layered quests Adam (our unit coordinator) set, and by liking, commenting, awarding…

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The Democratising Potential of Celebrity and Cosmopolitan Solidarity

ByRicky Wright February 5, 2019February 19, 2019

The role celebrities play in promoting cosmopolitan values over communitarian tribalism was highlighted in the recent presidential inauguration of Donald Trump which was shunned by many A-list celebrities. This was contrasted with the widespread support for anti-Trump rallies like Alec Baldwin’s. Trump’s communitarian, tribal and divisive America first campaign strategy which was an affront to…

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You’re Fake Microcelebrity: Performing the Commodity of Authenticity

ByRicky Wright January 14, 2019May 31, 2019

This is my undergraduate video and exegesis attempt at understanding celebrity culture and authenticity. Also, see the follow-up article The Democratising Potential of Celebrity and Cosmopolitan Solidarity My video (below) opens with scenes from the French dystopian short film Logorama (2009) which is a critique on “the loss of real authenticity” in a world which…

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Vanlife, Mindfulness, Minimalism, Serendipity and Finding Purpose

ByRicky Wright July 13, 2018July 15, 2019

Question: You make some interesting points, though I do find myself finding a great deal of beautiful serendipity in media-making too… Thanks also to Adam Brown for sharing these ideas on Serendipity: Answer: Sure. A great insight you have presented to explore. Let’s think of serendipity as those happy accidents that seem to happen by…

Permaculture | Social Media | Vanlife

Vanlife Podcast Episode 2

ByRicky Wright June 20, 2018January 22, 2023

#Vanlife Movement Episode 2 of the Vanlife Culture Series The Wanderlust of #Vanlife (2015) examines the travelling and blogging movement established by Foster Huntington, who quit a Manhattan corporate job to travel full time in Volkswagen. Huntington says, “I felt like I was kind of pissing away my 20’s doing that” and changed to a…

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The Complete Guide to Creating a Passive Income, #Vanlife, and AI Communication Generation

ByRicky Wright June 9, 2018February 7, 2023

Introduction: What is Vanlife? “How do you make money on the road?” It is one of the most commonly asked questions by those who live in vans. There are many reasons why someone may choose to live this way: it’s cheaper, they want to reduce their environmental impact, they want more freedom, or they just…

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Making a Podcast

ByRicky Wright May 10, 2018February 14, 2021

This is Episode 1. in the Van life Culture series. Where we put the lens on the van life travelling and blogging movement established by Foster Huntington, who famously quit a Manhattan corporate job to travel, and blog full time in Volkswagen. 4 minutes 45 seconds + music. Reflecting on the Podcasting Process in 600…

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How van life compares to permaculture

ByRicky Wright January 1, 2018January 22, 2023

Van life and permaculture may seem like two very different ways of living, but they have some important similarities. Both van life and permaculture are centered around the idea of living a more sustainable and self-sufficient lifestyle. One of the key principles of permaculture is the concept of “care for the earth.” This means designing…