Best Jo Weaver Podcasts (2024)

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From Cornfields to the Corner Office - with author Jane Boulware 56:18

26m ago56:18

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Amy is joined by Jane Boulware to discuss her book, Worthy, plus her meteoric rise from being a used rug vendor to senior leadership at Microsoft, and how we can all learn to overcome our "un"s and pursue our ambitions. Jane Boulware is a global business leader and former Microsoft Executive. Married to her high school sweetheart, Jane lives in Was…

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Ep. 88 Activate Your Senior Sass: Caring for the Elderly with Confidence 18:02

1d ago18:02

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Little did Andrea Kumlin, with Senior Sass, know that caring for her mom's end of life would present her next career opportunity. Once her mom has passed, she dusted herself off and thought it was over. But then family and friends started to go to her for advice. Andrea had also cared for other family members in their final days. She had a wealth o…

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Militarized Masculinities - with Dr. Lisa DiGiovanni 51:50

7d ago51:50

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Amy is joined by Dr. Lisa DiGiovanni to discuss the histories of state violence in Spain and Chile, the critical concept of 'militarized masculinity', and how everyday people can resist the rise of militarism and hyper-masculinity. Dr. Lisa DiGiovanni is a professor of contemporary Spanish and Larin American literature and film at Keene State Colle…

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A History of Mormon Feminism - with author Celeste Davis 1:05:34

14d ago1:05:34

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Amy is joined by author Celeste Davis to discuss the long history of Mormon feminism, how women's stories have been erased and hidden, and what hope remains for an egalitarian future in the LDS Church. Celeste Davis is the writer behind the popular Substack 'non-spiritual non-direction'. She is a certified spiritual director through the Chaplaincy …

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Aging with Knowledge: Supporting Your Body Through Menopause 22:37

14d ago22:37

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It's easy to dread menopause. Our mother's generation wasn't really allowed to talk abou it, there are all the side effects women complain about, and it can seem like a loss in the sence of your identity changing. But take heart! Tonya Fines is here discussing how to best support our bodies during this transformation. She challenged us to think, "I…

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The Forgotten Medieval Craft of Cloth Staining 38:32

15d ago38:32

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From the grandest palace to the poorest cottage, so-called ‘stained’ cloths brought colour and joy to everyday life in England for hundreds of years. These specially painted and stamped fabrics formed the backdrop to funerals, ceremonies, processions, masques, and tournaments that required banners, flags, pennants or scenery from 1300 onwards. But …

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Christian Feminism Today - with Lē Isaac Weaver and Melanie Springer Mock 55:31

17d ago55:31

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Amy is joined by Lē Isaac Weaver and Melanie Springer Mock of Christian Feminism Today to discuss the state of gender relations in evangelical communities, Biblical Feminism, purity culture, and the dangerous politization of religious beliefs. Lē Isaac Weaver (they/them) is a creative and technical professional who assists artists, businesses, and …

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Nice Churchy Patriarchy - with author Liz Cooledge Jenkins 59:36

24d ago59:36

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Amy is joined by author and preacher Liz Cooledge Jenkins to discuss her book, Nice Churchy Patriarchy: Reclaiming Women's Humanity from Evangelicalism, and dig into ongoing tensions between egalitarianism and complementarianism, plus advice for individuals no longer feeling aligned with their church community. Liz Cooledge Jenkins is a writer, pre…

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Happiness: A Skill as Simple to Learn as Any Other 24:13

25d ago24:13

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Is happiness an emotion or skill? Edwin Edebiri, CHO offers the concept that you can learn happiness as a skill! A skill? Yes, Edwin wrote a book to teach people how to choose happiness despite your circumstances. You can choose to let your circumstances depress you to a clinical diagnosis where you are then seeking medication. OR, you can learn "H…

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Leftover Women - with Dr. Leta Hong Fincher 55:25

1M ago55:25

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Amy is joined by journalist Dr. Leta Hong Fincher to discuss her book, Leftover Women: The Resurgence of Gender Inequality in China, as well as recent changes in Chinese gender relations, and the courageous women defying their state in search of a more equitable future. Dr. Leta Hong Fincher has written for the New York Times, Washington Post, The …

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How to Be a Renaissance Woman - with historian Jill Burke 47:03

1M ago47:03

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Amy is joined by historian Jill Burke to discuss her book, How to Be a Renaissance Woman: The Untold History of Beauty and Female Creativity, exploring cosmetics and beauty expectations of 15th-century Europe, and how the beauty industry continues to shape our culture today. Jill Burke is a professor of Renaissance Visual and Material Cultures at t…

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Golden Ventures: Cultivating Passion & Possibility 14:39

1M ago14:39

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There are so many advantages to aging and today we're talking extra time, extra money, and acting on today! I was talking to a friend a couple of decades younger than myself and we were talking about what you do once you retire so I thought I'd share the ideas that came from that conversation. Sit? Relax? No, my advice was to start thinking now abo…

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Invisible Hands: Tapestry Weavers and Artists 38:11

2M ago38:11

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Great tapestries have been used to decorate and embellish homes and palaces for centuries, and yet the hands that created these works remain almost completely forgotten. Art institutions treasure their ancient tapestries woven painstakingly over many months, and even years and know almost everything about them, except the names of those who created…

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When Women Were Priests - with Dr. Karen Jo Torjesen 1:15:51

2M ago1:15:51

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Amy is joined by scholar and author Dr. Karen Jo Torjesen to discuss her book, When Women Were Priests: Women's Leadership in the Early Church and the Scandal of Their Subordination in the Rise of Christianity. This discussion covers the overlooked history of women as bishops, patrons, and more, as well as the masculinization of the church and how …

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Herstory in the Making: Conversations with NOW's President - with Christian F. Nunes 41:57

2M ago41:57

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Amy is joined by Christian Nunes, current President of the National Organization for Women for a discussion of NOW's history, overlooked feminist heroes, plus the fight for the Equal Rights Amendment and how to get involved in the largest feminist organization in America today. Christian F. Nunes, MBA, MS, LCSW,  became the National Organization fo…

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Tax Smarts For All Ages: Maximizing Your Financial Journey 17:13

2M ago17:13

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How can you maximize tax laws at all ages? In this episode, I, your host, Debbi-Jo Horton, am sharing some of my expertise with you! There are some important things to consider at all ages when it comes to benefits you could be taking advantage of. I'm sharing it all! In our 20's we think we have a long time to start saving and being "money wise" -…

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Black Men and White Women: Lessons From the Civil Rights Movement - with Stacey Harkey 1:29:14

2M ago1:29:14

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Amy is joined by comedian and activist Stacey Harkey to discuss the history of race and gender in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee of the 1960's, diving into the nuances of how white women and Black men can each hold the roles of both oppressor and oppressed. Born in Dallas, Texas, Stacey Harkey considers himself to be a southerner to …

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The Color of Money - with author Mehrsa Baradaran 1:05:47

2M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Amy is joined by philosopher and author Mehrsa Baradaran to discuss her latest book, The Color of Money: Black Banks and the Racial Wealth Gap, and explore the history of Black banking, intersections of race, gender, and economics, as well as how we can take control of our economic future to create a more equitable world for all. Mehrsa Baradaran i…

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Aiming Beyond Limits: Setting Impossible Goals and the Power of 'Never Retire' 15:41

2M ago15:41

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"Never Retire", is what you'll hear from Martie Weatherly, founder of Dreams to Action Coaching and my guest for this episode. She's full of inspiration to set an impossible dream and go after it! It's not all downhill once you've reached retirement age. She had been walking with a cane and really thought she'd always be dependent on it. Till she m…

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Hood Feminism - with activist Mikki Kendall 1:03:33

2M ago1:03:33

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Amy is joined by author and activist Mikki Kendall to discuss her book, Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot, and explore the lasting legacy of Jim Crow, the high expectations we place on women of color, and confront some of the ways in which white feminism has failed Black communities. Mikki Kendall is a writer, diversity con…

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The Garment That Sweeps Through History: The Everlasting Cloak 38:34

3M ago38:34

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There’s a piece of clothing that has a good claim to being a universal garment. It is thousands of years old and yet it featured on the catwalks last year. It’s stylish and at the same time the humblest and simplest of garments. It has been worn and enjoyed by rich and poor alike. It has been repurposed and reshaped throughout human history and it …

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Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia - with philosopher Kate Manne 57:05

3M ago57:05

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Amy is joined by philosopher and author Kate Manne to discuss her latest book, Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia, and dig deep into issues of body image, weight shaming, correlation v. causation, and how to create a more just society for people of all sizes. Kate Manne is an associate professor at the Sage School of Philosophy at Cornell Universit…

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Home Sweet Home: Empowering Independence with Innovative Solutions 20:14

3M ago20:14

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Looking for solutions to help you stay in your home longer as you age? Matt McGuire has the answers! I loved the point he made to 1. Be proactive and start thinking about and budgeting for the modifications you may want to make. 2. Pay attention to your current behaviors...are you grabbing for certain fixtures in your house to aid you in sitting, s…

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The Woman They Could Not Silence - with author Kate Moore 44:59

3M ago44:59

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Amy is joined by author Kate Moore to discuss her newest book, The Woman They Could Not Silence, exploring the story of Elizabeth Packard's abduction into an asylum, her triumphant fight for justice, and how mental health is wielded to discredit and silence women. Kate Moore is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Radium Girls…

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Women in Politics - with Mary Chung Hayashi 51:04

3M ago51:04

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Amy is joined by Former Representative Mary Chung Hayashi to discuss her book, Women in Politics, and the barriers which dissuade women from entering the political sphere including ambition gaps, the imagination barrier, perceptions of motherhood, and the challenge of fundraising. Mary Chung Hayashi is an award-winning author, national healthcare l…

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Narrative Alchemy: The Magic Behind Crafting Books and TV Pilots with a Content Creation Visionary 17:40

3M ago17:40

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Have you seen the new tv pilot based on a true story? That's right, it's about you from your perspective. Have you ever been so pulled to write your story? Or do others tell you "You should write a book about ______." But writing your story doesn't always mean a book. Nitara Osbourne is here to share the ways she helps content creators tell their s…

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The Guys' Guide to Feminism - with Dr. Michael Kaufman & Dr. Michael Kimmel 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Amy is joined by Dr. Michael Kaufman & Dr. Michael Kimmel to discuss their book The Guy’s Guide to Feminism and share the how men can overcome discomfort and guilt to become true feminist allies. Michael Kaufman, PhD, is a writer of both fiction and nonfiction books. As an advisor, activist, and keynote speaker, he has developed innovative approach…

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Ukraine's Revolutionary Act of Embroidery: How Identity Survives in Stitches 43:26

4M ago43:26

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As the war in the Ukraine brutally shows, few people have had as hard a struggle down the centuries to maintain their identity as Ukrainians. For hundreds of years, they have been occupied and subjugated by one power after another, the Ottomans, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Russia, Poland, the Nazis, and Russia again. Through it all Ukrainians have…

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Season Four: Introduction 9:44

4M ago9:44

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Welcome to Season Four of Breaking Down Patriarchy.By Amy McPhie Allebest

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Life's Bittersweet Reality: Embracing Loss with Cathy Weaver 19:22

4M ago19:22

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Has someone in your life passed away? Were your friends and family able to support you and have helpful conversations? Or did they say "I know exactly how you feel!" The reality is most people don't know how to talk about death and don't know how to support someone after they have had a loved one pass away. Death is simply one of the chapters of li…

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Kick Fear Out Of The Driver's Seat 19:58

4M ago19:58

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We all have skeletons in our closets but what about dragons in our head? River Easter shared her expertise in learning your self-worth and gaining confidence. Too often we have these dragons as River pointed out. The dragons are those thoughts that stop you in your tracks or don't even let you take the first step. River helps her clients slay those…

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Bonus Episode: Amy and Sarah López Recap Season 3 1:37:11

4M ago1:37:11

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Amy is joined by returning guest Sarah López to discuss the incredible texts, brilliant guests, and many lessons learned during Season 3 of Breaking Down Patriarchy. Sarah López is a recent graduate from Boston University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations (with a regional focus on Latin America) and two minors in Itali…

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The Point of The Needle - How the Ancient Craft of Stitching Shapes Us 29:59

5M ago29:59

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The needle and thread have been humanity’s constant companions for tens of thousands of years: far longer than the dog, the sword, or the wheel, and much longer than reading and writing. Down the centuries the needle has rendered us incredible service and we have come to depend on it. And yet the activity of stitching has long been ignored in the r…

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Lessons for White Allies - with guest Leatha Udayabhanu 1:04:14

5M ago1:04:14

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Amy is joined by Leatha Udayabhanu of Essentially Awake to discuss the daily work of anti-racism, de-colonialism, and holding ourselves accountable with self-compassion. Leatha Udayabhanu is a de-colonial life coach, public speaker, and educator who guides people in healing the internalized legacies of colonization—in particular burnout, exhaustion…

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Jingle All the Way: Navigating Family at Gatherings 14:35

5M ago14:35

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With the holiday season upon us it means we will be seeing lots of family. And does it seem for some reason they feel like they can ask us anything? This can lead to a sticky situation. Debbie Barker is back offering helpful tips to escape and/or recover from the conversations you don't want to be a part of! Set intentions Don't dwell on the past B…

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Patriarchy in Art History - with Dr. Danielle Stewart 1:05:25

5M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

Amy is joined by Dr. Danielle Stewart to discuss Linda Nochlin's essay, "Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists?", and examine the historical and contemporary hurdles faced by women artists. Danielle Stewart is an art historian who specializes in the modern and contemporary art of the Americas. Her most recent publications investigate how mid-c…

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Hitler's Furies - with author Dr. Wendy Lower 42:47

5M ago42:47

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Amy is joined by Dr. Wendy Lower to discuss her book, Hitler's Furies: German Women in the Nazi Killing Fields, and begin unpacking the complicated history of women's involvement in the Third Reich. Wendy Lower is an American historian and a widely published author on the Holocaust and World War II. Since 2012, she holds the John K. Roth Chair at C…

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Bold Not Old 23:50

5M ago23:50

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Baby Boomers are Bold not Old! This is the stance Wallis Pattisonn took awhile ago and encourages others to see the same. She brought up so many good points like just because you are done with your career doesn't mean you lose the desire to still be valued. You still have a lot of experience to offer about products and business. You are still bold …

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How Dominator Cultures Changed Our History - with Dr. Riane Eisler 41:46

5M ago41:46

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Amy is joined by Dr. Riane Eisler to discuss the features of partnership models v. dominator models as well as their appearances in Neolithic Europe, the Third Reich, and in our own world today. Riane Eisler is a social systems scientist, cultural historian, futurist, and attorney whose research, writing, and speaking has transformed the lives of p…

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Women in Ancient Greece - with author Dr. Sue Blundell 59:53

6M ago59:53

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Amy is joined by Dr. Sue Blundell to discuss her book Women in Ancient Greece and explore the roles of women in ancient Grecian society as well as representations of female deities. Sue Blundell is a playwright and lecturer in Classical Studies. Many of her plays have been inspired by ancient myths, ideas, and objects. More recently she’s been expl…

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Who Says You Can't Combat Senior Moments? 23:35

6M ago23:35

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Senior moments are the worst and can be embarrassing. Maybe you lose your keys often or can't remember how to get out of Target. Well, Stan Goldberg, 10 times published author is here to shed some light on the brain, 9 types of senior moments, 5 steps to combat senior moments, and how we can be proactive to age gracefully. All senior moments are no…

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Mamá Ayahuasca, Part 2 - with guests Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson 1:18:33

6M ago1:18:33

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Amy is joined by Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson who turn the table and interview our host about her experiences with the plant medicine Mamá Ayahuasca. This episode is Part Two of Two and covers the experience of an ayahuasca ceremony and how plant medicine can offer healing and revelation. Alicia Galbraith is passionate about mental health. Wit…

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The Language of Thread - Why Sewing Matters and How It Was Taught 39:57

6M ago39:57

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Sewing is one of the most vital but also one of the most overlooked human crafts. Every piece of clothing we wear has been put together by someone who has learned to sew. Millions of people sew for pleasure and millions more earn their living in the textile and clothing industries – often in underpaid and unprotected jobs. The craft of using a need…

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Mamá Ayahuasca, Part 1 - with guest Tlawil Castillo 29:50

6M ago29:50

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Amy is joined by Tlawil Castillo to begin learning about the plant medicine, Mamá Aya. This episode is Part One or Two and discusses the history and science of ayahuasca as well as first hand experiences of a plant medicine practitioner. Tlawil Castillo is a devoted student of sacred ancient ways and a gate keeper for those who are committed to hea…

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Grandfather Peyote, Part 2 - with guests Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Amy is joined by Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson to conclude their discussion of the plant medicine peyote. This episode is Part Two of Two and covers the process of a peyote ceremony and personal accounts of the grandfather medicine's power. Alicia Galbraith is passionate about mental health. With a background in neuroscience, yoga, and meditati…

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Grandfather Peyote, Part 1 - with guests Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson 57:45

6M ago57:45

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Amy is joined by Alicia Galbraith & BreAnna Larson to begin their discussion of plant medicine. This episode is Part One or Two and covers the history of peyotism among Indigenous communities and what drew our guests to participate in a peyote ceremony. Alicia Galbraith is passionate about mental health. With a background in neuroscience, yoga, and…

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Fresh Courage 13:56

6M ago13:56

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As a 75 year old Behavioral Scientist and coach, Sharon is the model of health and vitality. It's her joy to help us all have FRESH COURAGE and be meaningful contributors. When we know what makes us thrive, proud and confident, then giving our best comes easy along with a jazzed feeling about loving life again. Sharon loves to bring out the best in…

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Reproduction on the Reservation - with author Brianna Theobald 1:04:19

6M ago1:04:19

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Amy is joined by Dr. Brianna Theobald to discuss her book Reproduction on the Reservation as well as gender roles in Crow culture and the history of reproductive rights in Indigenous communities. Dr. Brianna Theobald is an assistant professor of history and affiliate faculty in the Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studi…

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We Are Dancing for You - with author Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy 1:15:24

6M ago1:15:24

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Amy is joined by Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy to discuss her book We Are Dancing For You as well as the violent legacy of settler colonialism in California and how Indigenous women are reclaiming their traditions. Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Native American Studies at Humboldt State University. Her researc…

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She's Just Being Grumpy 21:52

7M ago21:52

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"She's just being grumpy!" this was what Dee would over hear while she was at work, about her. What her co-workers didn't know, was that, Dee was struggling with the pain from endometriosis. She wrestled in her own mind about her behavior, how others felt about her, and the pain! Dee struggled with endometriosis her whole life, even being told beca…

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