Denzil Monk On Storytelling, Regenerative Economics, and Creative Resistance

The Impossible Network

Welcome back to the start of Season 6 of The Impossible Network.

Today’s guest is Denzil Monk, a filmmaker, social entrepreneur, and accidental academic. Denzil is dedicated to reshaping the narrative for his home region of Cornwall, England, advocating for a more inclusive and regenerative approach to media, culture, and the economy. From advocating for Cornish public service media

Impactful film productions to pioneering the ideas like Man Engine, the largest performing mechanical puppet ever created in Britain, Denzil’s work is rooted in a deep sense of place, purpose, and the power of storytelling. In this episode, we explore his journey, his thoughts on the need to rethink capitalism, and the impact local communities can have on the global stage.

Thanks to Alex Fish for the connection.

Now over to Denzil.

We explore:

• The impact of localism and how Denzil is harnessing the power of place to create sustainable cultural enterprises in Cornwall.
• His reflections on the intersection of storytelling and social impact, drawing on insights from books like The Dawn of Everything and Donut Economics.
• The importance of regenerative creative practices in film and media production, and his vision for a more inclusive media landscape.
• Denzil’s personal journey through wanderings, wonderings, and deep connections with nature that have shaped his worldview.

Whether you’re curious about hyper-local impact, sustainable filmmaking, or storytelling that resonates on a cultural and global scale, this episode offers rich insights into the potential of creative communities to drive meaningful change.

Social Media

Denzil’s Website

Bosena

LinkedIn

Instagram

Show Links

Books

“The Dawn of Everything” by David Graeber and David Wengrow

“Donut Economics” by Kate Raworth

Films and Documentaries:

“The Corporation”

“Manufacturing Consent” by Noam Chomsky

“Dreams” by Akira Kurosawa

“Memoria” by Apichatpong Weerasethakul

“Kneecap”

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