Podcasts about ancestors

Jesus explains to His listeners in a way so different from that of the usual religious leaders of Israel. He speaks from personal authority, i.e., in the first person singular. This should have shocked the people, and especially their traditional hierarchy. Jesus taught with authority, unlike their rabbis, the Pharisees, and the Scribes. Jesus backed up his claims to truth with prodigious miracles. That gave them a strong motive for credibility. This should have gotten them to think more deeply about Jesus. Who is he? Or even, what is he?

Note: Unlock Ancestor Power can be downloaded here.In this episode of the Mother Tree Network, Aminata speaks with Tyger Blair, a musical theatre artist, healer, and fellow Plant Walker, about his journey with indigenous wisdom and plant medicine. Tyger discusses his experiences at the MAPS Psychedelic Science Conference and his significant role in the film 'A Table of Our Own,' which highlights Black people's contributions to psychedelic work. He shares his background in the arts and how his rich, resonant voice became a powerful tool for healing and communication. Tyger goes in-depth about his training under Dr. Malidoma Somé in the Dagara tradition, his encounter with Mesoamerican traditions through Maria Sabina's lineage, and how he integrates these indigenous practices into his life in a modern, multicultural setting. Tyger also reveals a new facet of his ancestry involving Irish witches, blending African, Native, and European elements into a harmonious whole.Reach out to Tyger on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyblair/▶ Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZqNyfeyl3gSupport the showMother tree Network Podcast--Where Earth Wisdom Meets Racial Justice and Women's Leadership. Want to become your unlimited self and evolve the planet?Go here to get the Mother Tree podcast + Show Notes sent to your inbox https://www.dramandakemp.com/podcast

Have you ever suddenly tasted something—soup, smoke, sweets, or something sour—with no physical source around you? You're not imagining it. In this episode of The Constance Messmer Podcast, we'll explore ClairGustance, the Soul Sense of psychic taste: receiving information, memories, and guidance through flavors that seem to appear out of nowhere.

The Asian American jazz movement has roots in 1970s San Francisco. It was a dynamic time. The term “Asian American” was first being used, as people were building political coalitions among and across racial lines. Art reflected all of that.Many Asian American artists and activists found inspiration in Black musicians who used jazz as a tool for social change. Today, the work continues. The next generation of local Asian American jazz musicians are asking what it means to make music that honors history, and speaks to the moment. KALW's Cara Nguyen has the story. 

More about space clearing or to book a space clearing assessment: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spaceclearingacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.In this episode of Happy Home Space Clearing Podcast, Lais welcomes returning guest Emily Tennison from The Healing Corner Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the unseen layers that can influence our homes, our bodies, and our lives..They begin with a real-life case involving an earthbound grandmother spirit connected to a lakeside family property and explore how ancestors can remain attached to land and homes, sometimes subtly interfering through technology, voice messages, or even payment systems when they do not want to be discovered or moved on..From there, the conversation turns to haunted objects and energetic imprints, including Emily's story of buying an African mask near the Ghana slave castles and how certain objects can carry grief, trauma, or spiritual attachments that are far bigger than we realise when we purchase them as “souvenirs.” This opens a deeper discussion about collective trauma held in land and what it means to bring healing to historically charged locations..They also touch on witch wounds and why so many spiritually gifted women still feel blocked around visibility, voice, and public expression, as well as a fascinating final topic: organ transplants and energy – how an organ may carry emotional frequencies, trauma patterns, or energetic “memory,” and why post-surgery energetic integration can be supportive..If you're curious about ancestor energy in homes, spiritual attachments in objects, the healing of old lineages, and how space clearing can support deep transformation, this episode will give you plenty to reflect on..00:00 Introduction to Happy Home Podcast00:54 Welcoming Emily and Recap of Previous Episode01:35 Emily's Journey and New Ventures04:06 The Mysterious Case of the Dying Trees06:54 Grandmother's Spirit and Technological Interference09:40 Ancestor Stories and Spiritual Interference17:52 Healing Ancestral Wounds and Witch Wounds25:34 Collective Energy and Rapid Healing26:42 The Younger Generation's Spiritual Awakening28:06 Haunted Objects and Spiritual Imprints28:40 The African Mask Story33:06 Clearing Collective Trauma41:54 Organ Transplants and Energetic Implications46:59 Podcasting and Friendship.Links to Emily's podcast and her upcoming project are in the show notes below.Follow Emily on Instagram: @healing_corner_podcast.Her Podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6G0qL7057CRdfJRLI0GaKj.Her Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-corner-with-emily-tennison/id1551928221.Her New Brand That Is Launching Soon:.Holachal.com: artwork and apparel inspired by tropical, coastal Costa Rican living.Connect with Lais:FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/Laisstephan1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lais_thehousewhisperer/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What if one small corner of your home could help you release what isn't yours? I created a simple five-day practice for sensitive souls who absorb emotional energy easily..Space Clearing for Empaths includes five guided meditations to help you create an Empath Corner, strengthen your aura, and reset your nervous system. → Explore the book & meditations ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.........#spaceclearing #fengshui #ancestralspirits #ghosts #earthboundspirits #paranormal #landhealing #africanmask #hauntedobjects #organtransplant

We continue our journey of learning from the Ocean directly, and in this episode I share what I heard from the Sea when I went to ask for a message for this community. What I heard surprised me, and also felt very true in my being - that in order for us to heal the wound of Empire, we must call upon ancient powers that are of the Earth and of our own heritage. Resources Mentioned: * Form to share your prayers to the Ocean, which I'll take with me on my final pilgrimage, on Feb. 24th, 2026: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBz-X7lIZnSmIUNO62zCrh2qOJGjfuApfvuDIX68QpTkAPoA/viewform?usp=publish-editor * Weaving With the Ancestors Class: https://awildnewwork.com/ancestors * Seidr Magic: The Norse Tradition of Divination and Trance, by Dean Kirkland, Ph.D.: https://bookshop.org/p/books/sei-r-magic-the-norse-tradition-of-divination-and-trance-dean-kirkland/a8681181c822c95a?ean=9781644119440&next=t * Rune Hjarnø Rasmussen of Nordic Animism: https://www.youtube.com/@NordicAnimism * Women Who Run with the Wolves, by Clarissa Pinkola Estés: https://bookshop.org/p/books/women-who-run-with-the-wolves-clarissa-pinkola-estes-ph-d/5e495faa24961d97?ean=9780345396815&next=t * Sign up for my email newsletter here: https://awildnewwork.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=18d7c429e40852ccec908bfdb&id=feab73805d If you enjoyed this episode, please help get it to others by subscribing, rating the show, or sharing it with a friend! You can support the show as an Eagle Creek member at https://awildnewwork.com/eagle-creek, and I also welcome your smaller or one-time contributions via buymeacoffee.com/meganleatherman.

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Same name ancestors can fool even careful researchers because the records are close enough to look convincing. The county fits. The time period fits. The ages are close. The hints line up. It can feel like you have a match when you really have a blend. This last article is about the step that keeps your work clean long term. You stop collecting only "supporting" records, and you build a proof case. A proof case is a short, organized argument that answers one identity question and shows, with evidence, why one candidate fits and the others do not. If you can build a proof case, you can defend your conclusion later, and you can hand the work to someone else without it falling apart... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/same-name-ancestors-proof-case-method/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Spirituality an be a complicated messy business and it can be hard for a true seeker to find their way. If we jump right in without really thinking about what kind of spirituality we are engaging with it can be confusing and discourage one away from the path. In this teaching, we exam our presuppositions about what kind of spirituality we are engaging with in order to bring clarity and clear away some of the obstacles that block our progress. If you appreciate my work please consider a donation to: "paypal.me/newdayglobal" Thank you!

Last summer 2025 I made my first ever trip to South Africa, specifically Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. I went there to make connections, interview local jazz artists, elders and community leaders.  One of the very talented artists I connected with was jazz drummer, composer and scholar Tumi Mogorosi. We took a deep dive into his journey as an artist and activist. He spoke about what inspired him to play the drums and to study the rich history of this music we call jazz. He expressed the importance of knowing his history as a South African and all that it entails, including the horrors of apartheid, the 1976 Soweto uprising and the injustices that continue to exist today. We dove into his projects as a leader which include the 2014 “Project Elo”, “Sanctum Santorium” with his partner and vocalist Gabi Motuba, and his most recent album Group Theory: Black Music. We touched on his collaborations with Shabaka Hutchings' Shabaka and The Ancestors and lastly as a historian, he expressed his deep appreciation for Frantz Fanon and why his work is so relevant, even today.

Same name problems rarely get solved because you find one perfect record that settles everything. More often, the break comes when you stop staring at your ancestor's name and start paying attention to the names surrounding it. That's because a name like John Smith or William Jones can appear dozens of times in the same county. In that situation, the main name in a record is almost useless by itself. The separating clues are usually the witnesses, the bondsmen, the sureties, the neighbors, the appraisers, the administrators, and the other people who keep showing up with one candidate and not the other. This method is one of the most practical tools you can learn. It works if you are brand new and only have a handful of records. It also works if you have years of experience and you're digging into deeper court and probate material. The process stays the same. You collect the surrounding names, you track them in a structured way, and you let repetition build proof... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/same-name-ancestors-use-witnesses-bondsmen/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Professor Hozer Deloitte (Branson), his TA Fennel Sedgewick (Charles), and Sports Illustrated journalist Mark Rothko III (Andrew) discuss the ancient Bolted Stone Culture of Ultaic Ridge. Full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/424-ancient-150028244

Hey y'all !  @bigshotshae  is feeling under the weather so we are doing a retake this week! Send her your well wishes and we hope to be new and exciting next week! **ORIGINAL DESCRIPTION** Join Lil' Lo and Big Shot Shae as they discuss the controversy surrounding Deante Kyle and the Grits and Eggs Podcast from christians, Gucci Mane's schizophrenia diagnosis and his wife Keyshia Ka'oir's , unwavering support, knowing yourself and the dangers of an identity, crisis, and more ! Email for advice / to be featured: LetMeStayFocused@gmail.com Follow Our Hosts:@lilloworldwide@bigshotshae**DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A COMEDIC PODCAST** Scenarios and responses from this show should be taken with a grain of salt. In other words, this is all a joke. Unless otherwise noted, any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely coincidental.

Same-name problems are one of the biggest sources of bad trees. You find a record for a name that fits the right county and the right time period, you attach it, and then hints do the rest. A spouse appears. Parents appear. Children appear. In five minutes, a whole family is "built." Then a year later, you notice something that doesn't fit. A second household with the same name. A land sale that conflicts with your person's location. A probate file that names different heirs. Now you're stuck trying to untangle a knot you didn't mean to tie. The best way to prevent this is to stop relying on single records to prove identity. Most identity problems are solved by building a pattern across time. The tool that forces that pattern to show itself is a full timeline that includes every candidate and every record, even the ones you wish did not exist. This method is not complicated, but it does require discipline. It also works in almost every place and time, even when the surviving record set is thin. The goal is simple. You build two separate, internally consistent timelines that cannot belong to the same person, and you document why each record belongs where it belongs. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/same-name-ancestors-prove-identity/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Listen to the No Chingues crew talk about all of the day's chingaderas. ·     RIP Alex Pretti, Renee Good,… an Actual Tipping Point?·     The Politics of Shiny Distractions and Projection·     Trump's Erosion – Literal and Figurative·     “We're Fucking Here, Bitch.”·     Minneapolis vs. Nazis·     Nick Shirley's Dumb Ass·     “The Dog” Farted·     Jorge, The Pod's TupperThief·     These Hoes Ain't Loyal: Maurice, Traitor, Arch Enemy of The Pod·     Jorge: “Ask Your Mom About Jorge”·     “The Rage of My Ancestors”·     ICE: Human Skidmarks·     “Donnie, You Pooping Over There?”·     “Born From The Taint”·     “The Taint Monsters”·     “Not Everyone Can Be An Ancestor”·     The Administration Playing ICE Morons With Benefit Structure·     No Justice, No Peace: Social Consequences For Fascists and Their Bitch Ass Taint Army·     “Try to Take Up The Space Your Ancestors Couldn't”·     Gavin Newsome Wants to Sell You a Used Mazda (And Platform Nazis)·     The Democratic Establishment Loves to Negotiate With Nazis·     What's The Next Phase of the Resistance?·     Brazen Republicans: “What If We Don't Release The Epstein Files?”·     Engaging in Bad Faith Conversations·     “I Threatened to Fight My Tia”·     “Shame These ICE Hoes”We have no idea what we're doing... but we're keeping it moving with the unearned confidence of a mediocre White man!¯_(ツ)_/¯Listen, subscribe, share, and leave a five-star review! (or eat a shit sandwich and go to hell).Follow The No Chingues Crew on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, BlueSky, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠. Martin Malecho – BlueSky, TikTok, Threads

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Andre's journey from corporate life to founder of Black Ancestries is as inspiring as it is powerful. In this episode, we dive into how his love for genealogical research turned into a mission: helping Black people trace their lineage, connect with their roots, and uncover hidden stories across generations. Just in time for Black History Month, this convo hits deep—because what's more historical than discovering your own history? Plus, Andre shares a sneak peek into his upcoming book that brings even more of these ancestral stories to life. Please visit www.MyHomeIsSpecial.com for the full project and follow @KBevPhoto on Instagram to see what I'm up to.

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Radical Compassion (Season 6 | Episode 223) with Ukumbwa Sauti Trading “Empty” for “Open”: The Courage to Speak Up Welcome back to the Open Nesters podcast, where we are flipping the script on aging and trading an “empty” nest for a life wide open. This month, we have been diving deep into the theme of courage, and I can't think of a more vital conversation than the one I recently had with Ukumbwa Sauti. Ukumbwa is a consultant, educator, and a leader in men's work who is helping us look at the “third act” of our lives through a lens of awareness and radical compassion. The “genesis moment” for Ukumbwa's lifelong mission happened decades ago when he realized that nearly every woman he knew had experienced some form of sexual assault or harassment. This shocking realization led him to dedicate his life to education and media literacy, focusing on how we define “normal” behavior. In our interview, he shared a powerful story from his days teaching higher education where a simple question about consent was met with a long, chilling silence. It's a stark reminder that we are still pushing a boulder uphill when it comes to understanding boundaries. One of the most profound concepts Ukumbwa introduced is “radical compassion”—the ability to respect the experiences of people we don't even know. For men in the open nesting stage, this means moving beyond the excuse of “I didn’t know”. It's about being willing to hold up a mirror to our own behaviors and the systems of patriarchy that have affected us all. As Ukumbwa noted, many women our age have reached a breaking point because their partners refused to grow and evolve alongside them. This lack of growth is a major contributor to the rising rates of “grey divorce”. It is a staggering reality that 40% of divorces now occur among those over 50, with women initiating two-thirds of these splits. Women are often simply “fed up” with partners who remain stagnant or dismissive of their need for equality and respect. Embracing open nesting means being brave enough to address these intimacy gaps and do the internal, spiritual, and emotional work required to sustain a healthy partnership. For the men listening, Ukumbwa's message is clear: learn to listen. Whether it's through joining a men's group, reading works by authors like bell hooks, or simply engaging in open, heart-centered conversations with friends, the tools for growth are available. He shared a beautiful story of his own men's group providing him with caretaking and “manicures in bed” during a hospital stay, proving that masculinity can include tenderness and mutual support. As we move into February and focus on love and relationships, I challenge you to consider your own legacy. What kind of role model are you for your adult children and grandchildren? True courage is not just about big adventures; it's about the willingness to be conscious, to admit when we are wrong, and to speak up for equality. Let's keep opening doors to better relationships and endless possibilities Ukumbwa Sauti Educator, Presenter, Facilitator – Cultural Media Studies; Counselor,initiated Dagara Elder Greetings! I’ve been involved in a dynamic and deepening process born out of many aspects of my professional, creative and spiritual work over many years. My company, moja mediaworks llc, has been developing the World Ancestor Concert, a 3-day televised healing concert celebrating the world’s Ancestors and traditions with a rich mix of conscious and progressive music, traditional music, activists, organizations and more. We are currently looking for sponsors and strategic partnerships to stage our main annual concert events and ongoing smaller, localized Village Concerts. We will also be developing workshops and events for colleges and their surrounding communities. Obrigada! Merci! Jerejef! Danke! Gracias! Asante! Thank you! About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Send us a textIn this episode of Conversations with Kenyatta, Debra Britt, founder of the National Black Doll Museum, shares her powerful personal journey and the story behind her life's work preserving Black history and identity through dolls.Debra describes how her passion began in childhood when her grandmother helped her create her first Black doll — a moment that sparked a lifelong mission. She reflects on the adversity she faced, the mentors and educators who shaped her path, and how cultural pride and representation fueled her calling to collect, restore, and create Black dolls.Throughout the conversation, she explains how dolls serve as storytellers, teaching tools, and healing instruments for children and adults alike. The museum's collection preserves heritage, affirms identity, and opens important conversations about race, history, and resilience. Debra also discusses the realities of running a community-supported museum, including the ongoing need for volunteers and financial support.⏱️ Episode Timeline00:00 — Introduction and Early Inspiration Debra's childhood and creating her first Black doll with her grandmother02:03 — Facing Adversity and Finding Strength Early challenges and how resilience took shape05:38 — Family Influence and Cultural Pride The role of family, mentors, and educators09:29 — Storytelling and Education Through Dolls How dolls communicate history and identity10:11 — Dolls as Silent Historians Material culture as historical record13:44 — The Healing Power of Dolls Emotional connection and therapeutic impact17:25 — Doll-Making Traditions and History Cultural and historical craft practices20:30 — Doll Therapy and Community Engagement Programs and outreach work23:57 — Letting Go and Dealing with Bullies Personal growth and hard lessons25:32 — Teaching Children About Racism and Slavery Age-appropriate truth telling26:32 — Special Dolls and Personal Stories Meaningful pieces in the collection28:52 — Memorable Visitor Reactions Moments that stand out33:38 — Community Support and Volunteer Needs Behind-the-scenes realities of the museum40:52 — Acquiring and Valuing Dolls Collection practices and preservation44:23 — Closing Reflections Final thoughts and message to listeners If this conversation moved you, consider supporting the museum's work to preserve history, representation, and cultural identity through Black dolls and storytelling. You can help by donating, volunteering, spreading the word, or planning Conversations with Kenyatta features Kenyatta D. Berry. Music for episodes 1-76 is "Good Vibe" by Ketsa, Music for episodes 77+ is “Rheme – Afrobeat x African Instrumental x Reggae Beat,” via Pixabay.Learn more about Kenyatta and her work at KenyattaBerry.com.You can also connect with her on social media:Instagram: @Kenyatta.BerryFacebook: facebook.com/KenyattaDBThanks for listening, we'll see you next time on Conversations with Kenyatta. We are dedicated to exploring and discussing various aspects of genealogy, history, culture, and social issues. We aim to shed light on untold stories and perspectives that enrich our understanding of the world. Disclaimer: All guest opinions expressed in Conversations with Kenyatta are their own and do not reflect the views of Kenyatta D. Berry. .

Divorce Records Are a Genealogy Goldmine Divorce records are one of the most overlooked sources in family history research. Many people assume their ancestors never divorced, or they assume that if a divorce happened, it would be obvious and easy to locate. In reality, divorce existed far earlier than most researchers expect, and the records connected to it often contain more personal detail than marriage records ever did. These records document conflict, separation, property, children, and movement in ways few other sources can. Divorce research matters because it explains gaps. It explains why a spouse disappears from a household, why children appear in unexpected places, or why property changes hands without explanation. When other records fall silent, divorce records often speak clearly... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/divorce-records-and-what-they-reveal-about-your-ancestors/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Song 1: “Like They Did” (composed and performed by John V. Modaff with Dan Modaff on mandolin and 2nd/3rdguitars)Poem 1: “Bringing Back the Dead” by Julie Williams, a poet and visual artist. Author of Escaping Tornado Season and Drama Queens in the House. Her new poetry collection is in process. Prose Fiction: “The Home Place,” excerpt of a short story by Lynn C. Miller, whose fifth novel, The Surrogate, comes out March 31, 2026. www.lynncmiller.comFeed the Cat Break: from “Tuel's Landing” (composed by Lauren Price, performed by The Price Sisters Lauren and Leanna and their fantastic bluegrass band)Poem 2: “Willard at Work” by Kelly Yenser, from Midcentury Modern, a new collection in process. His most recent published collection is Walking Uphill at Noon, from UNM Press. Song 2: “Life is a Chorus” (lyrics by Larry D. Browning, performed by John V. Modaff with brother Dan Modaff on mandolin and 2nd guitar)Episode artwork by Lynda Miller Show theme and Incidental music by John V. Modaff The Unruly Muse is Recorded in Albuquerque, NM and Morehead, KYProduced at The Creek Studio, Morehead, KY NEXT UP: Feb/ 2026, Episode 56: “Freedom”  Thank You to our listeners all over the world. Please tell your friends about the podcast. Lynn & John

In this conversation, Britten welcomes back Teagan West to explore the lore of The Magician's Table and answer a question listeners often ask: what is a 13th Reader? Britten shares how the container emerged through her journaling practice, why it's structured as 12 Magicians plus a 13th Reader, and what makes it a living, intelligent space that works quickly and deeply. Together, they reflect on the edge of being both leader and peer, the way each cohort carries its own distinct medicine, and why the work is less about managing outcomes and more about trusting the intelligence of the container itself.   Topics They Cover: The origin of The Magician's Table and why resonance (not experience) is the true threshold What it means to be a 13th Reader: holding the space while also fully participating Teagan's spiral path of resistance, invitation, and stepping into leadership Each cohort's unique medicine and the living intelligence of the container Tracking the perimeter: fox and skunk as metaphors for devotion, boundaries, and polarity The real work beneath the surface: Saturn, showing up, and consenting to deep internal alchemy   About Teagan West: Teagan West (she/they) is a Ritualist, Astrologer, Drum Maker & Ancestral Healing Practitioner from Ho:di:no:saunee Land, home of the Seneca Nation. The core of her work focuses on restoring Animist Lifeways as a form of Cultural Repair, re-membering our ancestral cosmologies as guideposts for the future. Teagan's Ancestors come from Ireland, Syria, Egypt + Eastern Anishinaabe Territory, whose legacy is at the center of her work + ritual praxis. She weaves together threads of Astrological Storytelling, Land Reconnection, Ancestral Tending and Community Ritual as a unique tapestry of culture work + animist remembrance. In her free time, you can find her making ritual tools such as Drums + Rattles, or communing with the Land and Ancestors through Song + Dance. Teagan is humbled to be back at the Magician's Table in the role of Staffholder, with the high honor of supporting 13th Readers and fellow Magicians through this year's cycle. This container had a huge impact on Teagan's life + practice, so it is an immense gift to be able to support others in experiencing the alchemy that this space has to offer. She will be present throughout the year to uplift Magicians + 13th Readers as they deepen into their gifts + soften into their growth edges. WEBSITE: thealtarhealing.com  INSTAGRAM: altar.ritual.west  SUBSTACK: Altar of Stars    +++   Introducing the 13th Readers for 2026: Arizona Smith: @arizonasmithhealing Leanne Thurogood: @oftheearthesoteric Lily Hussey: @goodhussey Suprasensory Shahir: @suprasensoryshahir   +++   Learn More: The Magician's Table is a 3-month container for personal growth, community connection, and practice growing one's tools as an intuitive and magical practitioner. Doors open on Sunday, February 22nd, with an early bird window and a Pick Your Tuition model offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Britten invites you to take your time attuning to the container, exploring the course page, and feeling into whether this experience is a true yes for you. Join the waitlist: ​​https://mailchi.mp/brittenlarue/tmt-2026-waitlist  Visit the course page: https://brittenlarue.com/course/the-magicians-table/    +++ E M E R G E N C E  A S T R O L O G Y ⁠⁠https://brittenlarue.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@brittenlarue Order Living Astrology Join my newsletter here Check out my new podcast CRYSTAL BALLERS on Spotify, Podbean, and Apple. +++ Podcast art: Angela George. Podcast music: Jonathan Koe.  

Stardust Bones 2025 - Teaching Painting from one of the last Intentional Creativity Certifications, this is the painting that sparked the change. This is my story in a single image with hundreds of stories within…Dear Ones, Today I'm reminded of a letter that I received in 2020 from our Elder Carmen Baraka. It was written to me and Jonathan, and here's one quote that I love. “To know you are between worlds, the I am that I am. I am most comfortable here in this place of giving and receiving. In this place of quantum identity where you find out and can feel this realm in a profound way. An actual view that we are all interconnected in alignment with the stars. When you can actually experience what you feel is your deepest truth. Hold it in your hand and have it be tangible. That is the gift. That is pure joy. That is the awakening.” Carmen Baraka. For those of you that don't know, Carmen was our indigenous elder within all of our communities. We got to guide ceremony together for over 10 years. She walked into her future in 2021 right before my mom, Caron McCloud So today, I'm signaling a change (breathing)And I want to begin with acknowledging that everyone in our community of Musea is a part of my life. MUSEA means many museums and many muses in the plural. MUSEA goes on. The Intentional Creativity Foundation, our 501c3, will continue with Musea. MUSEA is the greater community, a collective.My art studio, is just one MUSEA, albeit it's an important one. Yet I am taking my position as another artist in the lineage of Intentional Creativity Teachings, and I remain the Co-founder with Jonathan McCloud. Yet, it is essential for me at this time to curate my personal part of our work. Since 2008, the first legend, I've been bringing forth the lineage teachings as they came through. Nine certifications later, I am complete with that particular transmission with the last Legend and the last Color of Woman that I will personally lead. And all of that completes in March 2026 with our All Tribes Gathering, which is for Graduates and Guild members of the certifications.Legend was a significant course for me. Because before 2008, I had already created a million dollars worth of revenue with my paintings. I had galleries in San Francisco and Sausalito, Sonoma and Mendocino. I was living the life of a fine artist and having pretty incredible success, all things considered. But then it occurred to me….And I remember because I was with Mary MacDonald, it occurred to me that maybe what people wanted instead of my paintings, well not instead, but like more than my paintings, is to be able to paint their own. They were drawn to my images so powerfully, it was more than just about a painting.We took the huge leap and we decided to teach the first legend. Mary, my mother Caron, and my other mother Sue sat down at the table that's right in this room with me, that I call the Feast Table of Love. We sat down and we reverse engineered a way to make a painting. ALSO let it be known that it was Mary MacDonald that said - “Let's turn on the camera and see what she does”The rest is herstory.Because even though I had the opportunity to be trained in painting, we say Painting with a capital P, which is a more fine art way of painting, I did not take well to it. And Sue had to create what she called “a way of working” which is not, in her world, painting with a capital P.It's like making a way through for someone who really isn't able to follow the how to paint instructions. And so Legend was literally the reverse engineering of the 13 steps of how to make a painting, if you don't know how to paint, that Sue designed for me. And we labeled them and named them. And now we've taught it. literally to thousands and thousands and thousands of people and probably over 800 graduates who learned the 13 steps. And it literally still works to this day… and when I'm teaching paintings of the feminine form, I still use almost the exact formula because it's basically a build.My husband at the time, Isaiah, was so concerned that if I taught people my method, we would lose all of our money. And guess what? I thought we wouldn't. And guess what? We did. There was a moment at the completion of that marriage, actually, when we went to zero after creating so much abundance for ourselves and investing so heavily in community.It turns out Intentional Creativity and the feminine image is what women wanted. They wanted to paint their own image more than they wanted to purchase my paintings. I still sell paintings, by the way. I have lots available lol. But now thousands and thousands of people have their own images instead of mine. What an incredible journey. So it took a while to rebuild with this model. But at that moment, something happened… I moved out of the individual serving my own creative desire and I moved into this bigger framework of serving the community with the feminine image. There's so much behind why that matters, and why that's important and how we've had 40,000 years of images of the feminine and then the past 5,000 to 8,000 years intentional silencing and erasing of the feminine and her presence. When women reclaim the feminine image it is so huge, and to do that instead of my own paintings has been so powerful!!And it's also emotional because my style changed dramatically to reverse engineer it for others. I look at my paintings before I started teaching and I wonder where I'd be.. how I might have developed… a but I really did put my work in service to creation. I really did do the great work of the Ancestors. I really did bring through what my mothers taught me, and with the help of Mary MacDonald and Jennifer Owen and Elizabeth Gibbons in particular, brought forward Intentional Creativity at an all gorgeous level. I then taught it since 2008 until this year. I didn't expect to get so emotional. Tears flowing. So it is essential for me at this time to begin my own work with painting and writing. And it will still be in service to the community, but in a different way because it won't be certifications which require such a high level of integrity and management. The certifications will continue to be managed by the Intentional Creativity Foundation, our 501 c3. My own work begins nowand of course it's still connected with all of you. It's called the Stardust Lineage. It's the evolution of Cosmic Cowgirls, whose anniversary founding is today in 2004. I have no idea what my new work is going to be yet, and I suspect that the new work is the old work in different forms. Especially this year because I'm crossing a bridge of change and going one step at a time across that bridge. I'm not running across. I still have lots of work to do to complete, and it's utterly overwhelming to complete a legacy while you're alive. (More tears)Of course, whatever I do will be connected with MUSEA. Of course, whatever I do is coming from the Ancestors, and it's also my work now. Of course, Intentional Creativity will continue. That is my work and many of our work. But it's time for me, having delivered what feels like the great work of the ancestors, to now begin to reveal my own. The work started when they were living, but continues after. And so many of the teachings, they came through my “shiloh filter” but they weren't really from me. I could never just bring that out. I think of Carl Jung's Red Book where he said that there was more than enough material for one lifetime and that it was so much that it threatened to break him.In 1957, near the end of his life, Jung spoke about the Red Book and the process which yielded it; in that interview he stated:“The years… when I pursued the inner images, were the most important time of my life. Everything else is to be derived from this. It began at that time, and the later details hardly matter anymore. My entire life consisted in elaborating what had burst forth from the unconscious and flooded me like an enigmatic stream and threatened to break me. That was the stuff and material for more than only one life. Everything later was merely the outer classification, scientific elaboration, and the integration into life. But the numinous beginning, which contained everything, was then.”For me, there were moments when there was so much coming through, I was like how am I gonna get this all down in time??!!?? And I did it. And I did it with all of you who participated in the certification. I don't know what my work is going to mean from now on. I know that I had to do Path of Mystics, guiding women to develop their intuition and their spiritual gifts as a part of it. I have a teaching for healers and entrepreneurship. That's a part of it. I mean, I'm going to keep teaching because that's what I am. I'm just not going to do the certification. I'm also changing the name of the Sonoma property from MUSEA Center to Stardust Ranch. That's a part of it. Stardust Ranch is a MUSEA Center. It's just that holding and financing the entire container for the community isn't something I can physically and financially do anymore. I have to make it more personal to me and my work because most of the time, I'm there by myself. it's a huge space to be in, 6,500 square feet and it's a community space but the community is not there like except for events and that's like one or two times a month. So I have to make it my own somehow in order to continue. But we're still a MUSEA Center. All right, let me get through this. The truth is that my brain has been entirely occupied with the certifications and the structure of the community, aka the corporation, the legality, the paperwork. Oh my gosh, I have like four corporations. It's just insane. I want something much more simple for myself. And I haven't had the spaciousness to develop my own work. I really haven't. I haven't developed my own painting.There just wasn't enough hours and brains in the day. This work had to come through and I let it because this work was the work of this lifetime. It's work for these times. Intentional Creativity is what to do in times of chaos and suffering. It just is. It works. It helps every time.I believe in Intentional Creativity so powerfully… and I I don't regret it, although I have my moments. As most of you know, I didn't get to have children. I wanted to. And many miscarriages. And I think of that one child who kept trying to come through as an ancestor now, Her name is Musette. She's mine and Jonathan's love child. And the mother love that I had for that child, literally since the time I was born, I knew she was coming. That love went into this work. I gave the mother love I had into the community and this matriarchal space that we co-create.So I want you to know I'm not stepping out. I'm stepping in. But as the artist and as the author. Here I go. Oh, so slowly. Slowly. The reveal is almost suspenseful as my Soul is offering only one little glimmer at a time. And this is all I can take, really.Because I still have months and months of work and paperwork and emails to edit and pages to build to complete this cycle in a good way. As you likely know, some of you don't. My beautiful husband, Jonathan, and I, we completed our marriage at the end of last year, 12-31-2025. Our deep abiding friendship and connection is growing daily. And we've spent lots of time together over the past couple weeks. Including today, we're going to be together. We are teaching a new Apothecary based on his work called Chaos is the New Black. And the class is Apothecary, which was always his curriculum. But this one is going to be even more so rooted in his work. And I'm the backup singer on this one. On 12-12, the feast day of Our Lady, with the support of my CFO (Jen) and my best friend Amy Ahlers and Jonathan and Michelle Pappe and Ali Stoddard and many community members on so many levels, I moved to Sonoma Mountain. Sonoma Mountain is the birthplace of creation of the Coastal Miwok people and is in the glen called Glen Ellen. This is actually one of the places of my first significant trauma of being removed from my home because we were under threat because my family was protecting women. Interestingly enough, I had a space clearing person clear the ranch in another part of Sonoma County, like 20 minutes from here. And they said I was forcibly removed from that property in another lifetime. So I have this pattern of being removed against my will. And then the fires just perpetuated that.So I find it interesting that I'm back on the mountain to complete my life here. I pray I never have to move. And if I do, then I accept that. But I'm moving in as if I'm going to stay forever. There's a burnt ridge out my bedroom window and it reminds me that everything is temporary and I honor that…and so unless fire or flood make me move I'm hoping to stay here. I am grateful to have purchased a home with the generosity of the Ancestors who made it possible. Because I did not personally have enough to make it happen. But my Ancestors made an offering that's old, old, from my grandparents on my father's side. And I was able to purchase this home with the down payment. Humbled, grateful, in awe.Meanwhile, the world around us needs Intentional Creativity more than ever. And even with that need of the world, I need to find a way to myself, my original Legendary self.My first legend painting is coming true now. This is that place, and Stardust Ranch, is that ranch where my Legendary self works. So I will be in circle with all of you for the next 500 years. So please do not think I've gone anywhere. The Cura Council is the place where all the communities converge in ceremony.I'm not going anywhere. Quite the opposite. I am right here. with my quantum identity, emerging my Legendary Self. Stardust Lineage is the name for my personal work, but held within the greater framework of the Intentional Creativity Teaching. So you could just think of it as my MUSEA Center, called Stardust Ranch.My teachings are through the Stardust lineage. And anyone who works with me becomes a part of that. So this is a life…a story…a lineage to be continued. Big, big love. I just want to say that the biggest love I've ever experienced, what Carmen calls quantum love, which was the name of the subject line of that email, Quantum Love…Learning to love people that I've never met, learning to love you so much that I would actually stop my own art career and painting process in order to see if that's what you wanted. Loving you so much to give the mother love I had for my own baby to all of you. To Love you in that quantum way, meaning virtual, to reach people across the miles. I'll never forget the feeling on that first day that we Live streamed. He brought the technology. and I was able to reach you all. Not just through video. But through live transmission. Everything changed. That was in 2013. And amazingly. About nine months ago, I was brought in to be a speaker at a place called Edge City that was in Healdsburg, a pop-up. Literally my exact teaching spot to broadcast from was that exact building where Cosmic Cowgirls was and the exact spot where I first taught the very first live stream. You can't make this stuff up. You know what I mean? You just can't make it up. I have so many more things to say, but I'll keep saying them.That quantum love is the biggest experience that I've ever had in my lifetime, and I try to teach it to all of you. I think it's the key, actually, to our intuitive gifts and spiritual transmissions and businesses and even income and being able to create what you love with joy and service is this feeling of loving someone that you've never met. The first time I ever heard about it was reading in a book from Pema Chodron where she talked about the Bodhisattva, which is this unreasonable desire to end suffering. And in particular for people that you've never met. I'm not saying I'm a Bodhisattva or anything, but that feeling of loving you. It's huge. It's my biggest experience. It is quantum love and I can't recommend it enough. And I think I do see it all the time, because you fall in love with each other. And friendships happen when you've never even met. Sometimes at the Stardust Ranch, I get to see you meeting each other for the first time. And sometimes people come, like a new and special friend, my Star, who come and they say, I'm here for this. I'm part of this lineage. So my life continues in this curious and delightful way. Love is here. Relationship is here. Evolution is here. Sharing my new household with someone that I love is here. Healing is here. The ongoing story of the Stardust Lineage is right here as the sun comes up over the mountain and shines its light in my home. Breathing through this share, thank you for caring enough to listen and loving me in the quantum way that you do. Sue had a painting that said, I have loved you from my deepist heart. So dear ones, with the deepist heart love and stardust, I love you. I'm grateful for you. May our journey continue for generations to come. I'll be here.Will you?p.s. on the painting she spelled it, deepist. Get full access to Tea with the Muse at teawiththemuse.substack.com/subscribe

Amelia Cotter is a compelling researcher and storyteller whose work bridges the worlds of the supernatural, historical record, and traditional folklore. With a deep respect for cultural memory and ancestral narratives, Amelia explores how ghost stories, legends, and unexplained phenomena are rooted in real historical events and passed down through generations. Her work examines haunted locations, mythic figures, and regional lore, revealing how folklore preserves truths that history often overlooks. Through careful research and engaging analysis, Amelia brings context, depth, and credibility to the supernatural—showing how the past continues to echo into the present.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

I am so excited to have sat down with my friend and Alfyn and share her amazing story.You can reach Alfyn Gestoso for and real estate needs, photography, Sip N' Chat or participate in any of her non profits at 775-544-5011Insta: @alfyngFB:Alfyn GestosoSkate for Smiles event 16 February, 2026 @ Roller Kingdom⁠https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-skate-for-smiles⁠One way you can use your voice is boycott Israel.bdnaash.com and No Thanks app help you find out who supports the genocide and who doesn't.@pal.humanity are Palestinian doctors raising funds to help those that have been injured or need medical care.Go watch Israelism! @israelismfilmTo donate to get food and medical supplies to Palestine:@khaledbeydoun on InstagramPeople/groups to follow on Instagram for more info on Gaza:@hiddenpalestine@khaledbeydoun@wizard_bisan1@sairarao@dr.rosalesmeza@naleybynature@thenames_ahmad@jewishvoiceforpeace@mo_hamzBooks:https://lithub.com/40-books-to-understand-palestine/I love you all so much!Listener support helps keep this podcast going.You can contribute in many ways.Venmo: @Carri-Arata orPayPal.Me/ancientbodyworksEvents: Chakra painting Series26 Feb 5-9 pm Receive an Akashic reading and paint your representation of the chakras. This month: heart chakra.Specials:Goodbye Snake, Welcome Horse$88 Akashic Reading OR Private Sound BathOffer good until the lunar New Year on 17 February 2026*Have you been wanting an Akashic reading? I have a new program where I give you can purchase a reading/clearing for 50% off. The huge discount will then be a podcast episode. Please contact me directly through email to set this up.

African Psychoactive Plants: Dreams, Ancestors, and Healing In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin speaks with Jean-Francois Sobiecki, a South African ethnobotanist, clinical nutritionist, and healer whose work challenges the assumption that Africa lacks psychoactive plant traditions. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-339/?ref=278  Drawing from over two decades of research and a 15-year apprenticeship with a Northern Sotho healer, Jean-Francois explores dream-enhancing medicines like Ubulawu, ancestral healing systems, and cross-cultural parallels with Amazonian plant traditions. The conversation also examines conservation, initiation, and the role of African psychoactive plants in global mental health. Jean-Francois Sobiecki is a South African ethnobotanist, clinical nutritionist, and healer with over two decades of experience researching African psychoactive plant traditions. A research associate at the University of Johannesburg and founder of Phytoalchemy, he has documented more than 300 psychoactive plant species and completed a 15-year apprenticeship under Northern Sotho healer Leti Maponya. He is the author of African Psychoactive Plants: Journeys in Phytoalchemy. Highlights: Challenging myths about African visionary plants Ubulawu and dream-based healing Psychoactive vs psychedelic distinctions African and Amazonian initiation parallels Archaeological evidence of psilocybin in Africa Conservation and healing gardens Episode Links: Jean-Francois Sobiecki's Website Jean-Francois book, African Psychoactive Plants: Journeys in Phytoalchemy These show links may contain affiliate links. Third Wave receives a small percentage of the product price if you purchase through the above affiliate links. Episode Sponsors: The Practitioner Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute. The Microdosing Practitioner Certification at Psychedelic Coaching Institute. Golden Rule - Get a lifetime discount of 10% with code THIRDWAVE at checkout Third Wave occasionally partners with or shares information about other people, companies, and/or providers. While we work hard to only share information about ethical and responsible third parties, we can't and don't control the behavior of, products and services offered by, or the statements made by people, companies, or providers other than Third Wave. Accordingly, we encourage you to research for yourself, and consult a medical, legal, or financial professional before making decisions in those areas. Third Wave isn't responsible for the statements, conduct, services, or products of third parties. If we share a coupon code, we may receive a commission from sales arising from customers who use our coupon code. No one is required to use our coupon codes."

On today, Dr. King's birthday, I share this excerpt from my book/one-woman show, "What Would the Ancestors Say??" I implore us all to pay homage to not only Dr. King's work and dedication in fighting for Black people in the United States to access our rights but to also honor his growth and candor in realizing that the path he set out on needed to shift once he came to understand the opposition for what they were. Watch the full performance of What Would the Ancestors Say?? by purchasing it at or subscribing to: Patreon.com/AmandaSealesWatch “Views from AmandaLand” Wed 10a EST at Youtube.com/AmandaSealesTV!Listen to the podcast streaming on all podcast platforms.Keep up with my releases and appearances!Subscribe to my newsletter for free at AmandaSeales.comThis is a Smart Funny & Black Production

Let us know what you think!Episode OverviewHittin' the Bricks with Kathleen is a podcast focused on genealogy, local history, and practical methods for turning scattered records into meaningful family narratives. In this episode, host Kathleen Brandt shifts the focus from collecting as many names as possible to building one strong ancestral branch by revisiting familiar records with sharper questions and better research tools.Using the guiding principle “one ancestor, one record, three questions,” this episode demonstrates how focused analysis can transform disconnected documents into a coherent and readable life story.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy choosing a single ancestor can accelerate genealogical breakthroughsHow focusing on one record group reveals deeper patterns and inconsistenciesWhat three questions to ask of every document you findHow timelines, checklists, and re-reading notes expose overlooked cluesWays to turn raw data into stories your family can actually readTopics CoveredSelecting one ancestor to study for an extended periodFocusing on a single record group (pensions, land, or census)Asking new analytical questions of familiar documentsBuilding timelines and using simple research checklistsRe-reading old notes to surface missed detailsApplying the FAN method to track friends, associates, and neighborsTranslating research data into narrative formCase study: James Nelson Strader and Civil War pension recordsSetting monthly research goals and sharing progressEpisode Discussion & Key MomentsKathleen explains how genealogists often stall by spreading their efforts too thin across many names. By intentionally narrowing the scope to one ancestor at a time, researchers can ask better questions and recognize patterns that are invisible in broad family trees.The episode walks through practical techniques such as building timelines, using checklists, and applying the FAN method to witnesses and neighbors. Kathleen also revisits the value of re-reading old research notes, demonstrating how previously overlooked clues can emerge when viewed through a new analytical lens.A detailed case study of James Nelson Strader illustrates how Civil War pension records can be mined repeatedly to reconstruct a fuller, more accurate life story.Key questions examined include:What changes when you focus on depth instead of breadth?How can a single record group support long-term research?What makes genealogical work understandable to non-researchers?Resources & Research Tools MentionedCivil War pension filesCensus, land, and pension record groupsFAN (Friends, Associates, Neighbors) methodResearch timelines and checklistsWhy This Episode MattersThis episode encourages a sustainable and disciplined approach to genealogy—one that prioritizes understanding over accumulation. By focusing deeply on one ancestor, researchers can create accurate, readable histories that preserve meaning for future generations, not just data.About the PodcastHittin' the Bricks with Kathleen helps listeners break through genealogy brick walls by cBe sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen. And, visit us on YouTube: @HTBKRB with Kathleen John and Chewey video recorded specials. Hittin' the Bricks is produced through the not-for-profit, 501c3 TracingAncestors.org.

Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer, and actor, often referred to by contemporaries and fans as the "King of R&B". Since his debut in 2005, he has become one of the best-selling music artists in the world, with over 197 million records sold and more top 40 hits than any other R&B singer in history. This is what I picked up on the energies surrounding him

Send us a textIn the Vedic tradition we do not seek to believe in God, we seek to know God. While religions seek to believe in God, spirituality seeks to know God. Vedic knowledge views prayer -called prarthana- as transcending mere requests for health, happiness wealth etc to the selfless form of prayer- which connects us to our inner truths and by extension, to the supreme consciousness.   It is natural for us to request divine grace and ease from the living burdens of angst, despair, disease poverty and so on. Prayer- for what we need- do help us to built faith in the unseen … but the  truest form of prayer Is recognizing that each one of us is an instrument of the divine force.  Once we acknowledge this truth, faith fortifies, it does not blame humanity, or God for our crises. Instead faith, as it grows, opens us wider to unearth deep strength within, awakening the soul from its slumber. Hardships come in our lives to force imperative  pause, it forcibly stops us in our tracks. It cleves the heart, commanding us to be still while cell, tissue snd memory get recalibrated. We may think we are the leader of our destiny and purpose but in truth we are not. The divine force that created us  is the commander of the body ship. Once we recognize this truth, we can more easily make the necessary alterations and shifts in our course. We receive guidance in the stillness that keeps us whole and in fluidity with Source. Religions all personify gods and goddesses in manifold ways - these cosmic archetypes help the individual to connect more deeply to their innate essence of faith. However, beyond the architecture of religions, there lies your truest essence- spirituality. Here we have direct access- a profoundly exquisite connection to the Divine. In the Vedas we call this connection  Nimitta Karanam, the instrument of God/Goddess. Bring a primeval instrument of the Divine rises way above the tide of discipleship. It moved us beyond mere confusion and despair to fostering devotion, self-reflection, and a shift from daily needs to spiritual awareness, fostering faith and sincerity in our effortts. How we negotiate difficulties, shows what clarity we are we receiving from the Divine Self, which messenger  appears when we are broken. During times of deep despair, we naturally transform  through the Blessings of the Broken- a cosmic vibration that  programs multiple light waves within  to purify body, mind, spirit. Ancestors are present, knowledge comes unpacked in simple covers. All we need do is to garner sufficient stillness so we can receive guidance through inner synchronization. We live to deepen this relationship with the Divine. Through culling the ultimate  devotion we recognize that the supreme is not in the sky above or on the earth below. It is within. It rides on consciousness. The more awareness we generate, the more we see that  our very presence is illumined by and carefully crafted by the Divine. Ultimately, from the informed source of your spiritual self, all prayers offered is meant for the well-being of humanity, the collective. No-one is exempt from prayers. We include those who cause us harm, enemies, and all who have disparaged the Earth. We pray for their transcendence into the light, promoting universal love. We focus on conscious growth to rise above difficulties. Support the showMay Peace Be Your Journey~www.mayatiwari.comwww.facebook.com/mayatiwariahimsa.Buzzsprout.com Mothermaya@gmail.com Get Maya's New Book: I Am Shakti: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/I-am-shakti Amazon.com Bookshop.org

Military Historian, Author, and Battlefield Guide Paul Reed join Sean to discuss a BBC documentary that he took part in, Meet The Ancestors Series 5, Episode 3: The Forgotten Battlefield. The documentary details a group of amateur archaeologists called The Diggers, who discovered a complex trench system over 200 fallen soldiers, in the Ieper (Ypres) and Boesinghe (now Boezinge).In an act of what Paul describes as "rescue archaeology" the diggers and historians-including Paul himself, race against time to uncover as much as they can before the area is completely covered by the building of an industrial estate. Paul also talks about what happened after the cameras stopped rolling.From the educational remit of British television in the early 2000's, to the emergence of amateur archaeology, and World War One remembrance and myths, this episode has it all.Raised Questions:-Did you know the BBC made a rival programme to Channel Four's Time Team?-Why weren't professional archaeologists interested in World War One battlefields back in the early 2000's?-Why wouldn't The Diggers be allowed to do their work today?-Why does wood survive in Flanders Field?-Why is it important to show the reality of war in documentaries?Chapters:0:06 Welcome to Review It Yourself1:14 Revisiting The Forgotten Battlefield2:55 The Evolution of BBC Documentaries7:31 The Role of 'The Diggers'9:19 Post-War Reconstruction Challenges10:48 Discoveries Beneath the Surface13:53 Amateurs vs. Professionals in Archaeology15:28 The Significance of Archaeological Finds21:02 Understanding the Reality of War23:28 The Human Cost of Conflict30:15 The Reality of Identification34:59 Forgotten Events of the Past38:54 The Fog of War40:47 Officer Casualties and Leadership45:44 Findings from the Battlefield Trench47:45 Unearthing History56:34 The Weight of Remembrance1:01:20 Reflections on Loss1:06:21 The Reality of War1:08:09 Commemoration vs. Reality1:16:56 Modern Discoveries1:23:05 The Role of DNA1:28:58 The Future of Historical Narratives1:33:57 Sharing Knowledge and PassionThe Programme on BBC iPlayer (UK Only): https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0074n0m/meet-the-ancestors-series-5-3-the-forgotten-battlefieldPaul's Podcast: Further Information can be found in Paul's podcast: The Old Front Line:-Battlefield Archaeology & Essex Farm Episode (3rd April 2020).-Forgotten Battlefield: The Reunion Episode (1st April 2023).The Old Front Line Website: https://oldfrontline.co.uk/Thanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have so much help in the unseen world around us. Jes Baker is back on the podcast to talk about how to use energy exchange with altar spaces to amplify that connection and help them help us in our earthly pursuits. If you talk to rocks, trees and the ocean you will find kindred spirits in this episode!Previous episode with Jes: 143 on Somatics, Embodiment and Reconstructing Spirituality after Mormonism https://open.spotify.com/episode/5NmbP9U4wEpnRNRO2rCpgk?si=3fc37e45fd264f3aJes Baker's website: https://www.jesbaker.com/Jes Baker's Patreon: patreon.com/jesbakerSupport the Podcast:Patreon.com/fkdp (you can follow for free and get updates and freebies from me!)Work one on one with me: https://queerfatfemme.com/one-on-one-with-bevin/Venmo: @bevinbCash App: $BevinBossBuy my aerobics video! ⁠fatkiddanceparty.com/video4pack⁠Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1SJCL864DDKEH?ref_=wl_shareTee shirts: https://genuinevalentine.com/collections/fat-kid-dance-partyInstagram: @fatkiddanceparty @bevinspartyPodcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bevin (Search "Bevin" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts)You Tube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/SelfCarePartyBlog: queerfatfemme.comSubstack: bevinsparty.substack.comThreads, Tik Tok, bsky.app/, Twitter: @bevinspartyFacebook.com/bevinspartyLike/subscribe/review/send a link to a friend! It all helps!

When a deep red moth appears from nowhere and returns night after night—even inside a sealed bed net—you know something mystical is happening. In this episode of Weird Real-Life Stories, Gina Gayle Gray shares one of her most personal and powerful spiritual encounters with returning guest Dr. Pat. A moth becomes more than a symbol of transformation—it becomes a messenger from the unseen, laying its eggs on Gina's hand and delivering a soul-level invitation to listen to the silence with more than “ordinary ears”. This story will leave you breathless—and wanting more. And yes… there is more to come. Host Gina Gayle Gray, Freedom Coach, Counselor, and Oracle, opens the doorway to the unexplainable as she guides us into that mysterious space where the physical and spiritual worlds meet. Whether you've had your own brush with the mysterious or are simply curious about the stories that don't fit the script of “normal” life, this episode invites you to open your mind, listen with your Heart Soul, stay curious, and maybe even remember something you've long forgotten. Communication is always happening between the physical and Spiritual worlds. Messages from Angels, Aliens, Animals, Ancestors and ALL Spirit Beings are coming in ALWAYS and IN ALL WAYS! Weird is real … and it's calling you to listen.

When a deep red moth appears from nowhere and returns night after night—even inside a sealed bed net—you know something mystical is happening. In this episode of Weird Real-Life Stories, Gina Gayle Gray shares one of her most personal and powerful spiritual encounters with returning guest Dr. Pat. A moth becomes more than a symbol of transformation—it becomes a messenger from the unseen, laying its eggs on Gina's hand and delivering a soul-level invitation to listen to the silence with more than “ordinary ears”. This story will leave you breathless—and wanting more. And yes… there is more to come. Host Gina Gayle Gray, Freedom Coach, Counselor, and Oracle, opens the doorway to the unexplainable as she guides us into that mysterious space where the physical and spiritual worlds meet. Whether you've had your own brush with the mysterious or are simply curious about the stories that don't fit the script of “normal” life, this episode invites you to open your mind, listen with your Heart Soul, stay curious, and maybe even remember something you've long forgotten. Communication is always happening between the physical and Spiritual worlds. Messages from Angels, Aliens, Animals, Ancestors and ALL Spirit Beings are coming in ALWAYS and IN ALL WAYS! Weird is real … and it's calling you to listen.

Have you every felt like you really should be living in a palace? Do diamond encrusted, golden crowns look particularly fetching on you, and are you darling at waving to adoring crowds from a carriage or balcony? Then you may have wondered if you have a few Kings and Queens way back in your family tree! Today I will share how you can find out if you have royal blood and introduce you to 10 historic royals with prolific progeny. Wherever you are from in the world, there is an excellent chance that you are related to at least one if not several of them. 10. Ismail Ibn Sharif (1645 – 1727) ~ 5 Million modern descendants 9. Atahualpa (1502 – 1533) ~ 100 Million 8. Edward III (1312 – 1377) ~ 200 Million 7. William the Conqueror (1028 – 1087) 300-400 Million 6. Genghis Khan (1162 – 1227) ~ 2 Billion 5. Charlemagne (748 – 814) ~ 3 Billion 4. Niall of the Nine Hostages (c. 360s - 400) ~ 3 Billion 3. Emperor Taizong of Tang (598 – 649) ~ 4 Billion 2. Ramses II of Egypt (1303 – 1213 BCE) ~ 6 Billion 1. Scorpion I of Egypt (c. 3200 BCE) ~ Everyone Alive Today Join me every Tuesday when I'm Spilling the Tea on History! Check out my Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindsayholiday Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091781568503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyteatimelindsayholiday/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@historyteatime Please consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/LindsayHoliday and help me make more fascinating episodes! Intro Music: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell Music: "Dream of the Ancestors" by Asher Fulero #HistoryTeaTime #LindsayHoliday Please contact ⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠ if you would like to advertise on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year, Beauties! I wanted to start 2026 by shifting focus from productivity to seeking inspiration from creative figures. Instead of advocating for work ethic and goals, I introduce you all to my 'creative board of directors' to offer perspective. Diana Vreeland, Andre Leon Talley, Zora Neale Hurston, Walt Whitemand, and Thich Nhat Hanh are the 'creative ancestors' who help guide the way I live and work. In this episode, we explore the wisdom I've gleaned from these people, from keeping one's imagination fresh like Diana Vreeland wrote about, to the importance of not shrinking oneself, as taught by Andre Leon Talley. I reflect on Andy Warhol's views on combining commerce with creativity, and highlight the spiritual resilience of writers Zora Neale Hurston and transcendentalist Walt Whitman. To conclude, I drew on the wisdom from the mindfulness teachings of Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh regarding the importance of being present. Tune in for a reminder to embrace the present moment, stay curious, and relish the current season of their lives.Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you're listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Robin Proudie learned that 25 of her ancestors were born into enslavement by St. Louis University Jesuit Catholics, she founded Descendants of St. Louis University Enslaved to ensure institutional accountability and commemoration of the enslaved people who helped build the school. Proudie, now a SLU undergrad, provides an update on the group's work to secure an official public apology from the university, a permanent monument and cash reparations.

Join Lexy Davis in this heartfelt and eye opening episode of Heart Snuggles as she sits down with Hadhee Jah, an Ayurvedic postpartum doula from the Maldives. Together, they explore the power of traditional postpartum care, the beauty of Maldivian birth practices, and the emotional journey of healing from trauma in relationships.In this episode, you'll learn about:Traditional childbirth practices in the Maldives, including communal support for laboring mothers and holistic postpartum rituals.Ayurvedic postpartum healing techniques—like warm oil massages, belly binding, and nurturing routines that support recovery after birth.Hadhee Jah's transformative birth story, the challenges she faced, and the deep spiritual connection she felt with her grandmother during labor.How to choose the right midwife and navigate the hospital system to create a safe, empowering, and personalized birth experience.Whether you're a soon-to-be parent, a birth worker, a doula, or someone exploring healing, motherhood, and cultural traditions, this episode offers powerful insights, emotional depth, and timeless wisdom.Golden Nuggets From This Episode:✨ “If there's no respect, there's no love.”— because true love can only grow where dignity, safety, and honor exist.✨ “The body holds the natural wisdom and blueprint to give birth.”— reminding us that birth is an instinctive, ancient power built into us.✨ “Imagine a world where every new mother is cared for with daily massages.”— a world where mothers heal with gentleness, nourishment, and unwavering support.✨ “A mother after birth is deeply vulnerable to coldness, dampness, and the elements.”— which is why postpartum care must be warm, intentional, and protective.✨ “When a woman is allowed to birth through her body's own rhythm, she is transformed by the experience.”— becoming stronger, more connected, and awakened to her inner power.✨ “It's a privilege to say I experienced co-birthing.”— sharing the sacred act of bringing life into the world with deep presence and support.✨ “Hospitals follow specific timeframes for birth—often without mothers fully realizing it.”— a reminder to stay informed, empowered, and involved in every decision.✨ “We're not just losing knowledge of natural birth—we're losing the traditions that nurture mothers after birth.”— traditions that once protected, strengthened, and honored the mother's healing.✨ “It takes only one generation to forget the way our ancestors gave birth.”— showing how quickly sacred wisdom can disappear if not preserved.✨ “Birth education is something I passionately advocate for.”— because informed mothers create safer, stronger, and more empowered birth experiences.Connect More with :IG: @hadheejahbirthkeeperWebsite: www.hadheejahbirthkeeper.comHer Postpartum Book: https://www.books.by/postpartumisforever or https://amzn.to/3Lf2LyeMore Lexy from Heart Snuggles:Soft Girl Season {Instant Access Course}Dating + Relationship Coaching - https://iamlexydavis.com/Instagram: Alivetoenjoy & Heart SnugglesTimestamps from episode:01:59 - Lessons on Love and Trauma Bonding03:22 - Understanding Respect in Relationships04:19 - Hadhee Jah's Journey to Becoming a Doula04:51 - The Impact of Medicalization on Birth05:54 - The Importance of Postpartum Care07:30 - Ayurvedic Practices for New Mothers09:25 - Traditions from the Maldives10:27 - Mother Warming and Postpartum Traditions12:13 - The Role of Community in Birth14:27 - Healing Through Birth Trauma16:03 - Supporting the Postpartum Journey17:46 - The Experience of a Traumatic Birth20:57 - The Role of Advocacy in Birth22:00 - The Importance of Knowledge in Birth24:49 - The Hospital Experience and Interventions28:08 - Preserving Ancestral Birth Practices30:14 - The Power of Choice in Birth32:06 - Finding the Right Midwife34:56 - Resources for Birth Education42:54 - Advocating for Women's Choices in Birth46:34 - The Continuum of Birth, Postpartum, and Breastfeeding

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Welcome to Living a Triggered Life Podcast with Keith and Roxanne, presented by The Triggered Project. To find out more information about The Triggered Project, go to www.triggered1.com. Keith and Roxanne record from a transatlantic cruise as they reflect on Portugal's role in the history of enslavement, the emotional and physical responses stirred by the ocean, and the ways traveling through ancestral routes can be part of healing. They also share how they supported each other through seasickness, sleeplessness, and the weight of history while noticing the ignorance and privilege of other passengers.

Dr Boyce does time travel to talk to the ancestors about investing.

EPISODE 654 - Linda Ambrus Broenniman - The astonishing story of eight generations of her Jewish ancestorsLinda grew up in Buffalo, New York. She is the middle child of seven born to Hungarian physicians who survived World War II and started their new life in the U.S. in 1949.Linda graduated from Swarthmore College with a BA in psychology and went on to get an MBA from Carnegie Mellon. Several years after graduation, she left mainstream corporate America to follow her path as an entrepreneur. She let her passion for uncovering hidden potential in unexpected places guide her.And she allowed this passion to fuel the search for her hidden family.A Wilbur Award recipient, Linda is a GenerationsForward speaker for the Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center.Linda lives in Great Falls, Virginia with her husband, Ed, of 30 years and their dog, Juno.Book: The Politzer SagaIn this rich narrative, Linda Ambrus Broenniman's search for truth becomes a remarkable epic – part memoir, part biography, part history – that illuminates the Hungarian Jewish experience over the last 300 years.Linda finds her family: doctors, lawyers, bankers, entrepreneurs, writers, musicians, art collectors, and philanthropists. And learns of the ir resilience in surviving religious persecution, wars, epidemics, and economic upheavals.By telling their stories, Linda could honor the memories of her lost family. And she learns how finding your roots helps anchor your own place in the world.https://politzersaga.com/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Dave Symes is a performer, writer, producer, arranger and the bass player of Boy & Bear. As a member of Boy & Bear Dave has enjoyed 2 Aria #1 Albums in Australia with "Harlequin Dream" and "Limit Of Love", as well as a # 4 with "Boy and Bear" and a #7 with "Suck On Light". The band performs regularly, touring across Australia, North America and Europe. Renowned for their magnetic blend of vintage pop, alternative elements and folk edges, Boy & Bear channel nostalgia, personal experiences and universal themes into charming and captivating sonic journeys. Taking the world by storm in 2011 via their debut album Moonfire, Boy & Bear instantly won hearts and minds, while also taking home five ARIA Award wins and achieving double-Platinum status for their maiden record. Cementing their ever-burgeoning legacy with 2013's Harlequin Dream, 2015's Limit of Love, 2019's Suck on Light and, most recently, 2023's self-titled album, over the years Boy & Bear have garnered multiple #1 charting albums, top 10 debuts, seven ARIA Award nominations and five wins, over half a billion streams and ongoing performances in their wake as headliners, supporting the likes of Mumford & Sons, Chris Isaak and Laura Marling, or charming audiences across the globe with their unforgettable performances Indie alternative icons Boy & Bear have recently unveiled their sixth studio album Tripping Over Time, with the independent full-length offering a boundless exploration of melodic hooks, storytelling and luminous pop across its unforgettable 11 tracks, including serene focus track Ancestors. As of this weekend, Boy & Bear will commence a mammoth tour that will see the five-piece tick off some of the biggest shows of their career to date, including a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt this Sunday 14 December. Dave has also collaborated with man y great Australian artists. Some of those artists include Missy Higgins, Sarah Blasko, The Sleepy Jackson, Marcia Hines, Keith Urban and the The Whitlams. Boy & Bear have released their 6th album tripping over time, check it out now + ticket sales across Canada, Europe and Australia are out as well so check them out. We chat about Boy & Bear and joining the band, the great Jackie Orszaczky, the magical jazz share house, collaboration and ego, 'never arriving', gigging at a young age, performing, when things don't go 'right', ambition plus plenty more! Check Dave out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mistersymes/ Personal website: https://davesymes.com/ Boy & Bear: Tour dates/ tickets: https://www.boyandbear.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyandbear/ New Album: https://groupspeed.lnk.to/TrippingOverTimeAlbum Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@boyandbear Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boyandbear/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@boyandbearmusic ------------------------------------------- Follow @Funny in Failure on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/funnyinfailure/ https://www.facebook.com/funnyinfailure/

Send us a textThe TL;DR, or the TL;DL for today is this: it doesn't matter what your identity is or what your struggle is, what your past is, as long as you become a person who embraces the virtues of humility, gratitude, and kindness. So be humble, grateful, and kind. Kind to yourself, kind to others. When you're kind to yourself, you can love yourself. You can be free to love yourself, free to love others. And live your best life.All the wealth and power, grandest accomplishments and exploits, mean nothing if you don't have kindness to yourself and others.If you want to hear more, just keep listening to the soothing sounds of this MAIM TIME monologue.Episodes mentioned:#83: Using Humility and Gratitude to Cheat the Game of Life#80: A Prayer to the Ancestors, for Future Generations#77: Marcus Aurelius' Meditations: The Ancient Solution to Your Identity StruggleSupport the show

 Happy Winter, bbs!Hope you are staying WARM! We sure are, and speaking of warm… we are moving into Tropical Fats/Oils. This week in particular, we are discussing Coconut Oil. It's a long one, because we've got lots to say about the demonization of this oil and we help y'all get the science right! So hang on and ENJOY this amazing episode!As always, we want to thank you for all of your support, in all the ways! WE APPRECIATE YOU!Sources and what's discussed in the pod:00:00: Morning Vibes and Menstruation Talk02:52: Winter Medicine and Kidney Health05:44: New Beginnings: Karina's Coffee Collaboration09:55: Coconut Oil Controversy and Health Myths(article) Is Coconut Oil Healthy - The Cleveland Clinic 21:41: Understanding Coconut Oil: Benefits and Misconceptions(book) The Coconut Oil Miracle by Bruce Fife44:22: Coconut Oil and Its Effects on HealthButyric acid: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/butyric-acidLauric Acid https://www.acs.org/molecule-of-the-week/archive/l/lauric-acid-myristic-acid.html45:38: Traditional Diets and Metabolic Health47:28: Impact of Colonial Diets on Indigenous Health(article) Coconut oil is not typically eaten in the Pacific ​​49:22: The Science of Oils and Nutritional Myths52:00: Biocolonization and the Exploitation of Traditional Foods(scientific journal) Ghana Medical Journal: Coconut oil and palm oil's role in nutrition, health and national development 54:23: Spiritual Colonization and Its Effects on Health58:37: The Importance of Diverse Perspectives in Healing01:02:45: Weaving Traditional Knowledge and Modern Practices(article) The history of using agave fibers in the Yucatan 01:08:14: The Role of Ancestors in Health and Healing01:12:36: Resurgence of Traditional Practices and Spirituality01:17:20: Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset in Indigenous Cultures01:22:29: Community Building and Collective HealingFollow us on social:⁠⁠@pettyherbalist⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠Rate us to show your support! Thank You!#StayReady #BePetty***if you read this far, send me a dm @pettyherbalist for a shoutout!***

This episode includes discussion of sex and is not suitable for younger listeners.Sex has always been a key part of Irish life. Yet given its intimate and private nature it often leaves little trace in the historical record. One rare exception comes from the Presbyterian Kirk Session, a church court that kept detailed accounts of behaviour it considered sinful. These records open a unique window into how people in eighteenth century Ireland navigated desire, shame, romance and rule breaking.In this episode I am joined by Dr Leanne Calvert whose book Pious and Promiscuous: Life, Love and Family in Presbyterian Ulster uncovers the hidden sex lives of ordinary men and women in the 18th century. The conversation explores beliefs about sex, the reality of everyday relationships, courtship, affairs, pregnancy and the ways communities tried to control intimacy.Get your copy of Leanne's book Pious and Promiscuous: Life, Love and Family in Presbyterian Ulster herehttps://shop.ria.ie/products/piousLeanne's Blog: https://promiscuouspresbyterian.wordpress.com/Work profile: https://pure.ul.ie/en/persons/leanne-calvert/Sound by Kate Dunlea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass December 17, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings Genesis 49:2, 8-10 Matthew 1:1-17 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

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Through a gentle ancestral meditation, discover how grounding in your roots can open the door to healing, meaning, and a deeper sense of belonging.How To Do This Practice:  Settle Into Your Body: Notice whether you're sitting, standing, or walking, and gently bring your attention to the natural rhythm of your breath. Ground Yourself Through the Earth: Feel the weight of your body supported by the ground beneath you, and let any thoughts drift by like passing clouds. Sense the Ancestors in Nature: Expand your awareness to the sky, the earth, trees, and mountains, imagining them as ancestors who have been here long before you. Connect With Your Heartbeat: Place a hand on your heart if it feels comfortable, noticing the steady drumbeat within you—a rhythm shared across generations. Cultivate Compassion for Your Lineage: Envision compassion as a color or texture in your chest and let it gently radiate outward, offering it to your ancestors and to yourself. Offer a Wish for Healing: Bring to mind a simple wish for the easing of suffering—your own or others'—and breathe it through your body from sky to earth before slowly opening your eyes. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.Today's Happiness Break Guide: SARÁ KING is a neuroscientist, medical anthropologist and educator at UC San Diego.Learn more about Sará King here: https://www.eomega.org/people/sara-kingRelated Happiness Break episodes:Where Did You Come From: https://tinyurl.com/2y9uyjj6How To Tune Into Water's Restorative Power: https://tinyurl.com/2k6ybzrsA Meditation to Connect With Your Roots: https://tinyurl.com/ycy9xazcRelated Science of Happiness episodes:Are You Following Your Inner Compass: https://tinyurl.com/y2bh8vvjHow Water Heals: https://tinyurl.com/utuhrnh3Who's Always There for You: https://tinyurl.com/yt3ejj6wWe want to hear from you! Take our quick 5-minute survey to tell us what you love, what you want more of, and how we can make the show even more inspiring and useful. Everyone who completes the survey can enter a drawing to win a copy of The Science of Happiness Workbook: 10 Practices for a Meaningful Life. Click the survey link in the show notes wherever you're listening, or go directly to: https://tinyurl.com/happyhappysurvey. Thank you for helping us make the podcast even better!Follow us on Instagram: @ScienceOfHappinessPodWe'd love to hear about your experience with this practice! Share your thoughts at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapHelp us share Happiness Break! Leave a 5-star review and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/mrsnwvrm