Best Jen Greenway Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 28 Going Beyond the Land Acknowledgement - Wealth Redistribution and Restitution Beyond Capitalism 1:13:53

13d ago1:13:53

1:13:53

In the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast episode, Jen Green discusses various forms of wealth redistribution and restitution beyond capitalism. Upon noticing that her original All About Land Acknowledgements Episode 25 discussed the why and how of Land Acknowledgements, Jen realized there was a gap in the “What now?” part of the Reconciliation-Based Land …

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Episode 27: Land-Based Healing ft. Dorron Fox of Tsalazra 2:01:41

1y ago2:01:41

2:01:41

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green interviews Dorron Fox. They discuss Dorron's loss of his sister, Tsalazra, as well as Land-based healing at Tsalazra (his company named after his late sister), journeys to mentorship, Coming of Age and finding your gift to find your journey. They also have the opportunity to discuss Dorro…

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Episode 6: The Four Condition 44:30

1y ago44:30

44:30

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green presents the Four Conditions of Cultivating Safe Spaces from the CSS Podcast: Understanding Self, Love-Based Practices, Patience and Discipline. She discusses the Four Conditions, expands on the Love-Based Practices and gives examples of how these Conditions are affirmed and implemented. …

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Episode 1: Explaining the Four Perspectives 37:44

1y ago37:44

37:44

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen explains the 4 Perspectives of En'owkinwixw used in Cultivating Safe Spaces, Tradition, Relationship, Innovation and Action. She breaks down the communication style of each perspective, their problem-solving approach and what each perspective needs to feel safe. She also discusses how pers…

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Episode 5: Finding Your Voice as a Facilitator ft. Lisa Dutchak 1:01:25

1y ago1:01:25

1:01:25

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen Green and Lisa Dutchak discuss how they met Elaine Alec, found Cultivating Safe Spaces and became facilitators. They talk about Perspectives and which demographic Lisa plans to facilitate for through her consulting company, Lisa Dutchak Consulting. Listeners will also hear conversations su…

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Episode 4: The Four Protocols 55:40

1y ago55:40

55:40

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen gives an overview of the Four Protocols of Cultivating Safe Spaces. These protocols are a crucial part of working from a position of love and of working in love-based practices. Listeners will learn not only each of the Four protocols of CSS but also the corresponding fear-based colonial p…

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Episode 2: Why Do We Need Cultivating Safe Spaces 47:54

1y ago47:54

47:54

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen explains the WHY we need to cultivate safe spaces. Often times we might question if changing the way we do things is even really necessary, so in this episode, we discuss who most spaces are currently made safe for as a default, what a safe space actually is and what some of the benefits o…

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Episode 3: Perfectionism is Colonization in Action 48:10

1y ago48:10

48:10

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen discusses how perfectionism is a colonial tool that upholds White supremacy and how perfectionism shows up in our behaviours and thought patterns. She also explains how perfectionism differs from excellence and teaches listeners how to cultivate their own standard of excellence. Episode Re…

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Episode 26: Moose Hide Campaign (ft. Raven and Sage Lacerte) 1:43:11

1+ y ago1:43:11

1:43:11

**Trigger Warning: This episode is a discussion about gender-based and domestic violence. If you need help, please see the resources below. In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green meets with Raven and Sage Lacerte from the Moose Hide Campaign. They discuss gender-based violence and how the Moose Hide Campaign, which started in …

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Ep. 25 All About Land Acknowledgments 41:04

1+ y ago41:04

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In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses Land Acknowledgements, what they are, why they’re important, and how to do one. She teaches the approach to Land Acknowledgements that take them from a token or checkmark on your ally sheet to an expression of true gratitude and reflection. Mahsi Meduh Thank You Music by Indian …

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Bonus CSS: The Four Conditions of Cultivating Safe Spaces 50:03

2y ago50:03

50:03

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green presents the Four Conditions of Cultivating Safe Spaces from the CSS Podcast: Understanding Self, Love-Based Practices, Patience and Discipline. She discusses the Four Conditions, expands on the Love-Based Practices and gives examples of how these Conditions are affirmed and implemented. …

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Cultivating Safe Spaces: The Four Protocols of Cultivating Safe Spaces 55:40

2y ago55:40

55:40

*This episode of Go Smudge Yourself is a port over from the Cultivating Safe Spaces podcast! This podcast has more host availability, so for those who use Apple Podcasts, Cultivating Safe Spaces is now available for you on Go Smudge Yourself! — In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen gives an overview of the Four Protocols of Cu…

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Cultivating Safe Spaces: Why Do We Need To Cultivate Safe Spaces? 47:54

2y ago47:54

47:54

*This episode of Go Smudge Yourself is a port over from the Cultivating Safe Spaces podcast! This podcast has more host availability, so for those who use Apple Podcasts, Cultivating Safe Spaces is now available for you on Go Smudge Yourself! — In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen explains why we need to cultivate safe spaces…

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Cultivating Safe Spaces: Understanding the Four Perspectives 37:44

2y ago37:44

37:44

*This episode of Go Smudge Yourself is a port over from the Cultivating Safe Spaces podcast! This podcast has more host availability, so for those who use Apple Podcasts, Cultivating Safe Spaces is now available for you on Go Smudge Yourself! — In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen explains the Four Perspectives of En'owkinwix…

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Ep. 24 We Weren’t Meant to Have Borders 50:37

2y ago50:37

50:37

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses how borders are colonial. She also explains some of the impacts that these imposed borders have had, and continue to have, on the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island. This episode uses the example of territorial overlap between the White River First Nation and Kluane First Natio…

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GSY One Year Anniversary Updates! 12:17

2y ago12:17

12:17

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green celebrates Go Smudge Yourself’s one-year anniversary and announces big updates for the podcast: a website, a blog, and a newsletter. Mahsi Meduh Thank You for an amazing first year! — The new Intro was produced by Indian Act Music, an independent instrumental artist from Winnipeg. Follow …

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Episode 23: Colonization and Ableism - Rethinking Disability 1:13:41

2y ago1:13:41

1:13:41

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses how colonization has impacted our view of disabilities and the shame that we now carry for having them. Listeners also learn how Indigenous communities and Nations accommodated disabled individuals prior to colonization, as well as how heteropatriarchal systems promote ableism, …

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Episode 22: Decolonizing as a Settler (ft. Lisa Dutchak) 2:23:51

2+ y ago2:23:51

2:23:51

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green and Lisa Dutchak discuss decolonizing gender and sexuality, as well as changing how we measure success from the colonial metric to one that is more Spiritually fulfilling. Lisa is a White woman of privilege actively fighting to use her privilege to decolonize. Not only is she a certified …

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Episode 21: What’s On My Heart 2 - How Grief Is Impacting My Work + 3 Books I’m Reading 37:22

2+ y ago37:22

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In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses her struggles with ADHD, work output while grieving, and getting to know her Grandma through memories after she passed. She also discusses 3 decolonial books she recently purchased and the important topics they cover, including being stuck in liminal spaces, Two-Spirit represent…

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Episode 20 Bonus: Perfectionism is Colonization in Action (CSS Podcast ep. 3) 52:21

2+ y ago52:21

52:21

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen brings in a bonus discussion from the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast. She uses this episode to discuss how perfectionism is a colonial tool that upholds White supremacy and how perfectionism shows up in our behaviours and thought patterns. Jen also explains how perfectionism differs from excel…

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Bonus Cultivating Safe Spaces Episode! - The 4 Perspectives 37:44

2+ y ago37:44

37:44

In this episode of the Cultivating Safe Spaces Podcast, Jen explains the 4 Perspectives of En'owkinwixw used in Cultivating Safe Spaces, Tradition, Relationship, Innovation and Action. She breaks down the communication style of each perspective, their problem-solving approach and what each perspective needs to feel safe. She also discusses how pers…

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Episode 19: Decolonize Your Bookshelf Part 2 - Fiction 42:44

2+ y ago42:44

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In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses 6 fiction books to add to your decolonial bookshelf. She discusses 2SLGBTQQIA+ and BIPOC representation in literature, goes over some of her favourite quotes, and explains the importance of not pigeonholing Indigenous Literature and Indigenous authors. She also challenges listen…

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Episode 18: The Decolonial Approach to Creativity 40:19

2+ y ago40:19

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In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses decolonizing our approach to creativity and the differences in how Western and Indigenous worldviews treat creativity. She also addresses why decolonizing and Cultivating Safe Spaces is crucial for everyone to be their most authentic and creative selves. Mahsi Meduh Thank You — …

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Episode 17: Two-Spirit Squared - Decolonizing Gender Part 1 (feat. Leo Isaac) 1:45:18

2+ y ago1:45:18

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In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green sits down with Leo Isaac to discuss decolonizing gender. In this first part of the 3 part series, we hear about Leo’s spiritual journey in finding his Two-Spirit identity and what it means to be Two-Spirit (featuring a question from one of our Buy Me a Coffee community members). Leo Isaac…

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Episode 16: Spiritual Wellness feat. Peternotsowhite 1:05:01

2+ y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green sits down with Peternotsowhite (Peter White) from TikTok and Instagram to discuss spiritual wellness, holism and his journey as an Indigenous content creator. Peter is an incredible Traditional Powwow dancer, educator and activist on social media, as well as the host of his own podcast ca…

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Episode 15: Lessons I Received in 2021 and My Spiritual Theme of 2022 49:35

3y ago49:35

49:35

In this episode of the Go Smudge Yourself Podcast, Jen Green discusses four of the lessons she received during 2021 and how she plans to implement them into her lifestyle during 2022. She also discusses her Spiritual theme for the year and how it will impact her Spiritual healing, goals and growth. Mahsi Meduh Thank You **** Trigger warning for Les…

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Episode 14: 10 Ways to Take Care of Your Spirit When You're Stressed or Disconnected 50:56

3y ago50:56

50:56

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses the difference between treating yourself and self-care, as well as lists 10 ways to care for your Spirit that help you feel safe and connected with the universe around you. Mahsi Meduh Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyourself Follow Jen on Instagram @among.sleep…

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Episode 13: Decolonizing Education 44:30

3y ago44:30

44:30

Warning: This podcast episode contains details of residential schools that may be upsetting. Canada’s Indian Residential School Survivors and Family Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day at 1-866-925-4419. In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses residential schools and the Canadian public schools, Pierre Bourdieu (cultural theo…

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Episode 12: 10 Steps to Start Your Decolonization Journey Part 2 (6-10) 35:32

3y ago35:32

35:32

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses tips the last 6 out of 10 tips to start your decolonization journey. This episode is suitable for both Indigenous folx and Settlers. Mahsi Meduh Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyourself Follow Jen on Instagram @among.sleeping.giants — Click here for a downloadab…

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Episode 11: 10 Steps to Start Your Decolonization Journey Part 1 (1-5) 39:19

3y ago39:19

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In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses tips the first 5 out of 10 tips to start your decolonization journey. This episode is suitable for both Indigenous folx and Settlers, and will be followed up with a second episode this week for steps 6-10! Mahsi Meduh Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyourself Fol…

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Episode 10: What’s on My Heart - I’m Colonized Too 27:03

3y ago27:03

27:03

*** When the original Episode 10: 10 Steps to Start Your Decolonization Journey mysteriously disappeared RIGHT AFTER I RECORDED IT, my first instinct was to have a meltdown. I wanted to come back to the podcast strong and give you guys the episode you were all waiting for. Everything happens for a reason, though, and I followed my Spirit’s nudging …

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Episode 9: (ft. Chelsea Vowel) Settler? Indigenous? What the Heck Do We Call Each Other? 1:14:56

3y ago1:14:56

1:14:56

This episode features guest host Chelsea Vowel, Metis author, lawyer, educator and proud mother. In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green and Chelsea Vowel discuss acceptable names for Indigenous Peoples and Settlers, the importance of acknowledging Whiteness and White Privilege, how descendants of Black slaves cannot be Settlers, and why n…

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Episode 8: Are You a White Ally or a White Saviour? Let’s Find Out! 38:09

3y ago38:09

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In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses the differences between White Saviours and White Allies and how to tell if you're actually a White Saviour even though you mean well. She also provides tips for how to switch from White Saviourism to White Allyship so you can support the Indigenous causes you care about and have the back of…

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Episode 7: Indigenous Leadership - What Makes a Good Leader 28:29

3y ago28:29

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In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses Indigenous Leadership and what traits make a good leader in Indigenous culture. She also compares Indigenous Leadership styles to Western leadership styles and discusses the impacts of colonization and the Indian Act on Indigenous Leadership. Lastly, Jen provides 7 tips for implementing Ind…

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Episode 6: Indigenous Enough P.1 - Colonial Authenticity Markers 38:29

3y ago38:29

38:29

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen defines colonial authenticity markers, lists 6 markers that are consistently used to invalidate Indigenous peoples' identities, as well as discusses 7 alternative ways to be measuring or approaching Indigeneity. Mahsi, Meduh, Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community (free resources) buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyou…

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FIXED Episode 5: Blood Quantum is for Dogs and Horses 42:10

3y ago42:10

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In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses blood quantum, how it's used in Canada, its ramifications, and alternatives to how Indigenous peoples should be measuring Indigeneity. (PLEASE NOTE: I dropped my fancy mic...now I sound like a robot for the history sound clips. It's not the entire podcast....I'm sorry lol) Mahsi, Meduh, Tha…

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Episode 4: How to Be a Better Ally to Indigenous Peoples 45:50

3y ago45:50

45:50

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses the complexities of being an Indigenous ally, how you can use your White privilege for good, her 7 Calls to Action for How to Be a Better Ally to Indigenous Peoples. Mahsi, Meduh, Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community (free resources) buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyourself Follow Jen on Instagram …

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Episode 3 : Having Faith in Our Ancestor's Original Vision - Sharing Turtle Island 33:03

3y ago33:03

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In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen discusses the importance of honouring ally spirits and vicarious trauma during the decolonization process. We speak about the importance of our ancestor's original vision for Turtle Island and leading with ancestral teachings when sharing the land with each other. Show correction: Jen said the Metis predat…

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Episode 2 : Decolonize Your Bookshelf - 5 Books for Bigger, Badder LandBack Discussions 24:40

3y ago24:40

24:40

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses five of her top book recommendations for decolonizing your bookshelf! These are the books that will help you have bigger, badder LandBack conversations. What books do you recommend? Mahsi, Meduh, Thank You — Buy Me a Coffee Community (free resources) buymeacoffee.com/smudgeyourself Follow J…

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Episode 1: Cultivating a Safe Space for Your Spirit 36:38

3y ago36:38

36:38

In this episode of Go Smudge Yourself, Jen Green discusses cultivating a safe space for your spirit after attending Elaine Alec's Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop. Today you will learn how to spot the signs that your spirit doesn't feel safe, how to create a safe space, and what fear, love, sovereignty and colonialism all have to do with it that sa…

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Episode 30: Joe Randene 41:41

6y ago41:41

41:41

Joe Randene, a U.S. Navy veteran, is on his second tour of Greensboro, and he's already making an impact in the short time that he has been back. Randene is a major weight-loss success, and he's running for others, and he's running to inspire others, too.Randene completed the Allison Woods Halloween Hobble 100-mile race in Statesville on Oct. 6-7, …

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Episode 29: Women's running safety with Jen Goff, Heather Pulliam, Julie Day 27:01

6y ago27:01

27:01

The murders of runners Mollie Tibbetts in Iowa during the summer and Wendy Martinez in Washington in September weigh on the minds of female runners across the nation. But safety during a run is paramount for women on a daily basis, particularly those who have experienced incidents here at home."To have to think about 'Do I have this?' when I leave …

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Episode 28: Mandy Wahl 22:11

6y ago22:11

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Mandy Wahl, a Greensboro resident and employee at Fleet Feet Sports, is balancing her new life as a mother – Mara was born April 23 – with her love for ultramarathon running. In this episode of The Running Shorts Show, Wahl discusses runs in September at the Blue Ridge Relay and at the Doggettville 12 relay and ultra marathon less than five months …

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Episode 27: Dabney Sanders and Laura Lorenz, Run 4 the Greenway 32:57

6y ago32:57

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The Run 4 the Greenway road race on Oct. 27 is a fundraiser that supports the Downtown Greenway, which is under construction in Greensboro.The event, anchored at Morehead Park at 475 Spring Garden St., will begin with a 1-mile run at 4:30, followed by a 4-mile race at 5 p.m.The Downtown Greenway has been under construction since 2009, but Action Gr…

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Episode 26: Sean Caviness and Rick O'Reilly, Heroes Red and Blue 5K 25:37

6y ago25:37

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The Heroes Red and Blue 5K Will Caviness Memorial Road Race on Sept. 29 in Greensboro will be held in memory of the late Greensboro Fire Department captain.The event will honor firefighters, police officers and public safety heroes with proceeds going to the International Association Fire Fighters to support the International Burn Camp. Will Cavine…

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