The women of the Miao community are renowned for their jewelry, textiles, and music — passing down generations of skills to their daughters and granddaughters. Jehanne de Biolley has been traveling to the mountains of southern China where they live, and researching the lessons we can all learn from the "slow movement" they lead. She speaks to our Host James Chau.
Part 1: Jewelry of the Miao People | Jehanne de Biolley
Part 2: Lives of the Miao People | Jehanne de Biolley
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