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My guest today is Michelle Arevalo-Carpenter, Co-Founder of IMPAQTO and General Partner at IMPAQTO Capital. Michelle is a human rights lawyer by training, a fund builder by calling, and one of the most compelling system-reimaginers I've ever had on the show.Michelle's journey has taken her from a small apartment in Quito to the halls of Oxford and the UN — and back again. What she learned along the way is that real change doesn't come from reports or elite institutions. It comes from being close to the problem — and the people.Back in Quito, Michelle started where many great entrepreneurial stories begin — with no office, no plan, just an instinct that something better could exist. Over a hundred coffees with local founders, she kept hearing the same themes: isolation, lack of support, funding that didn't fit.In response, she created IMPAQTO, Ecuador's first coworking space for social ventures, not because she had a real estate vision, but because people needed a place to belong. “They weren't paying for square meters,” she said. “They were paying to not be alone.”From there, IMPAQTO grew — into an accelerator, a research platform, a voice in policy. But the biggest problem persisted: no capital. Or rather, the wrong kind of capital.Local businesses needed $10K–$500K. They didn't want to sell equity. They wanted to grow on their own terms. Too big for microfinance, too small for venture. “That's the missing middle,” Michelle said. “That's where we live.”So in 2021, she launched IMPAQTO Capital, a revenue-based investment fund designed not to chase unicorns but to nourish sustainable growth. Michelle described it not as alternative capital, but as capital that's appropriate for the context they're operating in.Rather than chasing foreign LPs, her team went local. They raised over half their first close from Ecuadorian and Andean-region families — people with lived experience inside the very systems the fund aims to change. “Our investors aren't impact tourists,” she said. “They're system insiders.”What Michelle is building isn't just a capital vehicle. It's an ecosystem intervention — a cultural shift that treats belonging as a precondition for growth, and care as critical infrastructure. She's also a co-founder of CLIIQ, a regional research and advocacy platform focused on unlocking catalytic capital for women-led businesses.At IMPAQTO Capital, every deal is evaluated not just on returns, but on whether it preserves the dignity and agency of the founder. Every exit includes a “cap party” — a ritual of closure and celebration that says: You did it. You paid us back. We're done. And we're proud.There's a lot to learn from Michelle. About capital. About leading with trust and care. About staying rooted in a place and still seeing the whole system.But mostly, about how change happens — not from the top down, but from the inside out. Slowly. With proximity. And with people who never forgot where they started.—About the SRI 360° Podcast: The SRI 360° Podcast is focused exclusively on sustainable & responsible investing.—Connect with SRI360°:Sign up for the free weekly email updateVisit the SRI360° PODCASTVisit the SRI360° WEBSITEFollow SRI360° on XFollow SRI360° on FACEBOOK—Additional Resources:IMPAQTO Capital websiteIMPAQTO Ecosystem BuilderMichelle Arevalo-Carpenter websiteMichelle Arevalo-Carpenter LinkedIn

Throughout the mist-shrouded mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador, pale strangers posing as doctors, researchers, or helpful travelers stalk remote Andean trails with curved surgical blades, harvesting human fat with terrifying precision. Discover more TERRIFYING podcasts at http://eeriecast.com/   Follow Carman Carrion!    https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/?hl=en   https://twitter.com/CarmanCarrion   Subscribe to Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/0uiX155WEJnN7QVRfo3aQY   Please Review Us on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaky-folklore/id1550361184   Music and sound effects used in the Freaky Folklore Podcast have or may have been provided/created by:  CO.AG: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvA Myuu: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiSKnkKCKAQVxMUWpZQobuQ Jinglepunks: https://jinglepunks.com/ Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Kevin MacLeod: http://incompetech.com/ Dark Music: https://soundcloud.com/darknessprevailspodcast Soundstripe: https:// Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chilean-born, Brooklyn-based THEKOIWAY delves into themes of diversity and the complexities of everyday life in new album, El Juego de la Vida (The Game of Life), which blends genres such as soul, R&B, hip-hop, funk, Andean folk, and traditional Latin influences.

Cerro De Pasco Resources CEO Guy Goulet joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the company's plan to pursue a secondary listing on the Lima Stock Exchange (BVL). This move is part of the company's broader strategy to deepen its presence in Latin America, increase visibility among regional investors, and broaden access to local capital markets. While the company will maintain its primary listing on the TSX Venture Exchange, the new BVL listing is expected to enhance liquidity and attract Peruvian and Andean investors, particularly those interested in sustainable mining and environmental remediation. The initiative underlines the company's strong commitment to Peru, where its flagship project is located. The project involves the reprocessing of silver-rich polymetallic tailings from the historic Cerro de Pasco mine — a significant environmental and economic opportunity in the region. He emphasized the uniqueness of the operation, noting, “We expect to have the largest above ground mineral resource.” With extraction costs as low as $1 per tonne, the company plans to capitalize on the significant leftover mineral content, especially in the Quiulacocha Tailings, which Goulet described as “the richest tailings in the world.” Goulet detailed that the company has completed 40 drill holes and confirmed the mineral profiles largely aligned with expectations, with plans for additional drilling to improve copper recovery. He also outlined ongoing metallurgical testing in Canada, Germany, and Peru as part of its development strategy. Goulet added that the secondary listing will deepen engagement with regional stakeholders and position the company to better capitalize on investor interest in Latin America's critical mineral and tailings reprocessing sectors. #proactiveinvestors #cerrodepascorespurcesinc #tsxv #cdpr #otcpk #gpprf #GuyGoulet #SilverMining #PeruvianMining #MineralResources #EnvironmentalCleanup #LandEasement #MiningIndustry #SustainableMining #EconomicDevelopment #AcidWaterTreatment #ZincProduction #GreenHydrogen #DrillProgram #ResourceValuation

U.S. Global Investors CEO Frank Holmes joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a significant milestone for the firm's flagship exchange-traded fund (ETF). The company's gold-focused ETF, the U.S. Global GO GOLD and Precious Metal Miners ETF (GOAU), is now officially trading on the Bolsa de Valores de Colombia (BVC)—the Colombian Securities Exchange. This strategic move marks an important step in U.S. Global Investors' ongoing efforts to expand the accessibility and global footprint of its ETF offerings. By entering the Colombian market, U.S. Global is now providing Colombian retail and institutional investors with an opportunity to gain exposure to the gold and precious metals sector through a diversified and professionally managed ETF product. GOAU offers investors access to companies that are directly involved in the production of gold and other precious metals, including those engaged in active mining operations as well as firms that operate on a royalty or streaming model. The ETF is now part of the Nuam Market, a regional integration initiative that links the stock exchanges of Colombia, Chile, and Peru, aiming to create broader capital market opportunities across the Andean region. As Holmes highlighted, GOAU becomes only the third gold-related ETF currently listed on the BVC, joining a physical gold ETF and a UCITS-compliant gold equity ETF. Holmes emphasized that the expansion into Colombia demonstrates the company's commitment to making its investment products more accessible to international markets and serving the evolving needs of investors across different regulatory and economic environments. The company anticipates growing demand in Colombia and throughout Latin America as investors seek reliable, performance-oriented tools to participate in the ongoing strength of the gold and precious metals markets. #proactiveinvestors #usglobalinvestorsinc #nasdaq #grow #etf #trip #travel #colombia #SmartBeta #ETFs #NYSE #SmartBeta #GoldStocks #RoyaltyCompanies #GoldMarket #InvestingInGold #LatinAmericaMarkets #ColombianStockExchange #FrancoNevada #WheatonPrecious #RoyalGold #GoldInvestment #ETFs

Alex Alvear is an Ecuadorean music superstar. He's a musician, composer and producer. His music links jazz, rock, funk, blues, Afro-Latin and other genres with Ecuadorean traditions. He's performed or recorded with Celia Cruz, Paquito d'Rivera, Gonzalo Grau and others. His latest Andean fusion project is Wanukta Tonic.My featured song is “Funk Latino” from the album PGS 7 by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------Connect with Alex:www.alexalvear.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“DAY AT THE RACES” is Robert's newest single.It captures the thrills, chills and pageantry of horse racing's Triple Crown. Called “Fun, Upbeat, Exciting!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS___________________“MOON SHOT” reflects my Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

Martín Chambi is regarded as one of the most important indigenous Peruvian photographers of the 20th century. Famous for his black and white images of local Andean people and the surrounding countryside, Chambi's work challenged preconceptions of Peruvian culture and traditions. In 1924 he was among the first to photograph Machu Picchu – his work helping to shape the way Peru is seen around the world. His photography was declared part of the Cultural Heritage of the Nation by Peru's government in 2019. Jacqueline Paine speaks to his grandson Roberto Chambi.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the ‘Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: visionary architect Antoni Gaudi and the design of the Sagrada Familia; Michael Jordan and his bespoke Nike trainers; Princess Diana at the Taj Mahal; and Görel Hanser, manager of legendary Swedish pop band Abba on the influence they've had on the music industry. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the time an Iraqi journalist hurled his shoes at the President of the United States in protest of America's occupation of Iraq; the creation of the Hollywood commercial that changed advertising forever; and the ascent of the first Aboriginal MP.(Photo: Martín Chambi self-portrait 1923. Credit: Martín Chambi Archive.)

Lisa Markowitz currently teaches Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, People and their Food, Anthropology of Latin America, Globalizing Inequalities, Food Justice, and Contemporary Issues in Anthropology, at the University of Louisville. Markowitz's research has focused on inequities in regional and global agrifood systems and popular efforts to transform them. These linked themes have informed her writing and scholarly-civic engagement in Andean South America and the upper U.S. South. She has carried out ethnographic field research in Peru and Bolivia, exploring the situation of peasant farmers and ranchers and their use of communal or collective strategies to improve their production systems and economic bargaining power. This experience led to a long-term interest in Andean food and agriculture as well as an engagement with building equitable food systems in the United States Her work has also addressed the roles of Non-governmental organizations as change agents in South America and the United States. Her most recent project concerns the grocery industry. Michael Perlin: Dr. Michael Perlin teaches Biology 330 Genetics & Molecular Biology, Biol 410 Misuse of Biology in Film and Pop Culture, Biol 542/642 Gene Structure and Function, Biol 416 Biotechnology Methods, and Biol 575/675 Evolution of Genes and Genomes. As a biologist Dr. Michael Perlin investigates the evolution of host/pathogen interactions, primarily at the molecular genetics and biochemical levels. The research in Michael Perlin's lab focuses on the evolution of interactions between pathogens and the hosts on which they cause disease. At present, this work has two main areas of emphasis: fungal/plant interactions and population dynamics of bacteria resistant to antibiotics.

In this special episode of Fire Ecology Chats with Spanish translations, Fire Ecology editor Bob Keane speaks with Paola Arroyo-Vargas and Andrés Holz about how forest structures in Chile regenerate after short-interval severe fire.Full journal article can be found at https://fireecology.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42408-024-00327-2

What if photography wasn't about capturing the world — but listening to it?

Join leading experts as they explore Peruvian archaeology, spirituality, and the achievements of the ancient Andean civilizations. This fascinating discussion, featuring Dr. Chris Carter, Professor Julian Droogan, and journalist Caroline Baum, traverses thousands of years of history and culture.

Dive into the connections between Peru's biodiversity and ancient culture in this discussion featuring the Australian Museum's Chief Scientist, Prof. Kris Helgen, and Andean archaeology expert, Dr. Jacob Bongers. Hosted by ABC Radio National's Natasha Mitchell, this session explores how Peru's unique environment shaped its civilizations.

When thinking of giant animals, dinosaurs might be the first creatures you think of. But before the dinosaurs became extinct, and before the first ever humans existed, there was megafauna. In zoology, this means large animals.当思考巨型动物时，恐龙可能是您想到的第一批生物。 但是在恐龙灭绝之前，在有史以来第一个人类存在之前，有Megafauna。 在动物学中，这意味着大动物。One of the largest known mammals to have ever walked the Earth is the Paraceratherium – picture a gigantic hornless rhino, and you'll have a rough idea of what they looked like. They lived around 25 million years ago and were most common in areas of the world that are now part of Asia, such as China, India and Kazakhstan. From excavated fossils, these creatures are estimated to have been almost six metres tall – that's the height of two buses on top of each other! 曾经走过地球的最大的已知哺乳动物之一就是游牧 - 想象一个巨大的无角犀牛，您将对它们的外观有一个粗略的了解。 他们居住于大约2500万年前，在现在已经是亚洲的一部分的地区，例如中国，印度和哈萨克斯坦。 从挖掘的化石中，估计这些生物已经高六米，这是两辆公共汽车的高度！ And it's not just land enormous creatures lived on – they were in the skies and oceans too. The Argentavis is the largest flying bird to have been discovered. It lived until around six million years ago and had a wingspan of seven metres, over twice the size of the Andean condor, which is one of the largest birds on Earth today. And we can't forget the giant shark that roamed the oceans, megalodon. Imagine swimming in the sea and coming across an 18-metre-long shark! Don't worry. They died out around 2.6 million years ago. 而且，这不仅是土地巨大的生物，而且还在天空和海洋中。 阿根廷是发现的最大的飞鸟。 它一直活到大约600万年前，翼展为7米，是安第斯秃鹰的两倍以上，这是当今地球上最大的鸟类之一。 而且我们不能忘记漫游海洋的巨型鲨鱼，Megalodon。 想象一下在海里游泳，遇到一条18米长的鲨鱼！ 不用担心。 他们大约在260万年前去世。So, why were pre-historic animals so huge? There are a number of reasons. One is that, in the past, resources were more plentiful, so species were able to grow larger because they could eat more. Scientists also believe that during certain periods of history, such as in the Carboniferous period, there were higher oxygen levels on Earth. At this time, some insects grew to the size of cars because of better oxygen delivery in their tracheal system, the network of tubes that enable insects to breathe. 那么，为什么史前动物如此巨大？ 有很多原因。 一个是，过去的资源更丰富，因此物种能够生长更大，因为它们可以吃得更多。 科学家还认为，在历史的某些时期，例如石炭纪时期，地球上的氧气水平较高。 目前，由于气管系统中的氧气递送更好，该昆虫的大小是汽车的大小，这是使昆虫呼吸的试管网络。 Can you picture animals being so huge today? 您能想象动物今天如此巨大吗？

The following article of the Talent industry is: “HR Perspective: Understanding, Leveraging a Company's Skill DNA” by  Alejandro Paz, Managing Partner Mexico & Andean, NUMAN.

La Araña FM has returned from the shadows.In this new episode, Daniel Schifter takes you deep into the abyss of Latin American extreme metal:⚫ Legacy of Fire – ritual flame from Colombia.⚫ Luciferian – uncompromising technical blasphemy.⚫ Maleventum – Andean mysticism and total darkness from Peru.And also:

Sasha Niz Konrad is the founder and CEO of Sashamama Wellness, a brand dedicated to non-toxic, holistic wellness solutions for pregnant and postpartum women. With a background as a prenatal and postpartum yoga instructor and a deep passion and interest in holistic maternal and hormone health. Sasha has combined her expertise and personal journey to create thoughtfully curated, safe, and effective products safe for anyone but especially mamas! Based in Charlotte, NC, Sasha is an advocate for self-care and empowerment for moms during every stage of their motherhood journey. We'll explore the inception of Sashamama Wellness, a brand dedicated to providing non-toxic, pampering wellness products for prenatal and postpartum mothers. I was inspired by the Andean fertility goddess Pachamama, symbolizing Mother Earth, and my personal journey through hormonal imbalances and pelvic floor issues + teaching prenatal/postpartum yoga classes. I had a light bulb moment, which led to my conscious effort to curate products that prioritize women's health. A focus on reducing the top 3 common complaints for new/expecting moms and overall self-care habits/rituals during motherhood.   Clinical Importance of Non-Toxic Products and Detoxifying Safely: Pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to environmental toxins, which can adversely affect both maternal and fetal health. Studies indicate that exposure to certain chemicals during pregnancy can lead to complications such as preterm birth and developmental issues. Utilizing non-toxic skincare products minimizes these risks, promoting a healthier pregnancy, higher chance of getting pregnant, breastfeeding safety/brain development  . Talk about my personal experience with hormonal imbalances, walk through journey and story of hormone issues, pelvic floor muscle spasm, and years of listening to new symptoms that pregnant and postpartum women faced weekly as I saw them week after week. Talk about detoxifying from phthalates and endocrine disruptors, define what that means and the sperm count rates declining. Talk about EWG, dry brush, exercise, gua sha, as a form of toxin release.  Please link your contact information for me to share in the episode.   Website: sashamamawellness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashamama_wellness Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SashamamaWellness?ref=shop_sugg_market TikTok: Tiktok.com/ Sashamama_wellness  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095452157752   XOXO -Heids ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $20 off with code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND at https://www.birthstory.com/online-course   Resources: Birth Story Academy Online Course Shop My Birthing Workbooks and Guides   I'm Heidi, a Certified Birth Doula, and I've supported the deliveries of over one thousand parents in my career. On the Birth Story Podcast, I'll take you on a journey through your pregnancy by providing you education through storytelling. I provide high-level childbirth education broken down to make it super digestible for you because I know you are a busy person on the go. Plus, because I am so passionate about birth outcomes, you will hear from many of the top experts in labor and delivery. Connect with Me! Instagram YouTube Birth Story Boutique Doula + Pregnancy Concierge Services in Charlotte, NC Birth Story Media™ Website Pinterest    

In this episode, we explore what it means to move through life as a living prayer — to become a blessing machine. Aluna Rose shares about the beauty of simplicity in our practice, the importance of energetic protection, the sacred vibrancy of high-frequency oils, the path of Mary Magdalene, and the deeper mysteries of the Sacred Feminine.We also dive into the deliciousness and joy of being alive — the sensual pleasures of an awakened life.Come sit with us inside this rich, devotional conversation.Aluna Rose is a Medicine Woman, ceremonialist, Senior Kambo Practitioner, Mesa carrier of the Andean 7 Rays lineage, Initiated Priestess of the Magdalene Rose Lineage, and a gifted intuitive channel. She guides others into deep healing and accelerated soul awakening, weaving together earthly shamanism with ancient mystery teachings.She offers Kambo ceremonies in Southern California, virtual and live Plant Initiation Dietas, 1:1 shamanic mentorship, Magdalene womb healing work, and sacred anointing oils.Website: ⁠www.kambokissedme.com⁠Instagram: ⁠@alunarose_⁠About Tara SamadhiTara Samadhi is a spiritual friend, oracle, and cosmic guide, devoted to walking alongside others on their journey of awakening and self-discovery. With warmth, wisdom, and a deep love for the sacred, she blends her roles as a mystic and teacher with the art of creating welcoming spaces for transformation and connection.Rooted in her own path of radical healing and devotion, Tara weaves together the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism, Non-Dual Shaiva Tantra, sound alchemy, and ancient mystery school traditions. Through mantra, sacred sound, and her natural ability to channel cosmic wisdom, she creates spaces where hearts open, healing flows, and the Shakti within awakens.As a keeper of sacred frequencies, Tara invites you to remember your divine essence and step into the limitless energy of who you truly are. Whether through her teachings, ceremonies, or sonic offerings, she welcomes you with an open heart to explore the magic of the pathless path together.Website: ⁠www.tarasamadhi.com⁠Instagram: ⁠@tarasamadhi⁠If you feel called to share your voice on This Cosmic Life podcast—your medicine, your magic, and your wisdom—you are warmly invited to reach out:

The Inca civilization officially arose sometime in the early 13th century and included 17 Inca rulers spanning from 1200 - 1533 AD. However, the first 8 Inca rulers are considered by many to be legendary kings because their existence is mixed with mythology. The Inca nobility were said to have descended from the sun god, and they held great power over the people of the empire. However, the word ”Inca” does not refer to the general population, but to the highest ruling class of their society, who protected their royal bloodlines by breeding with each other. The most sacred and prized possessions of the Inca were the elongated skulls and mummified bodies of deceased humanoids they referred to as " Mallkis" (Mummy). But who were these Mallkis? Where did they come from? And why did the Inca venerate them? In this episode, I not only dissect the ancient Andean legends that speak of this mysterious humanoid race, but I show what I believe is archaeological proof that these elongated skulled priests were living as recent as 500 years ago in Peru. TOURS

This episode explores the role of protection magic as a historically grounded response to war, oppression, and systemic violence across diverse cultural and temporal contexts.Drawing on peer-reviewed academic sources, it examines how magical practices—rituals, talismans, verbal formulae, and spirit invocations—have been used as forms of spiritual defence and political resistance. From Mesopotamian anti-witchcraft rites and Greco-Roman defensive curses to medieval Christian amulets, Renaissance grimoires, and the Magical Battle of Britain, the lecture situates protection magic within broader religious, social, and cosmological frameworks.Special attention is given to non-Western and postcolonial contexts, including the ritual technologies of Haitian Vodou during the revolution, Obeah in the British Caribbean, Yoruba warrior rites, and Andean protective ceremonies. The discussion also considers contemporary expressions of magical protection, including digital activist magic, Chaos Magic, and the esoteric disciplines of Damien Echols under carceral conditions.CONNECT & SUPPORT

“The soul is just crying to put feet on Mother Earth.”This episode is a soul transmission for those hearing the quiet call of the plants—the ones who feel the Earth beneath their feet and know that true medicine begins with deep listening.In this sacred conversation with the luminous Aluna Rose, we explore:The subtle whispers of Plant Dietas—their spirit, their call, and the gateways they openHow to prepare for deep plant work, open the portal, and integrate the gifts that followThe magic of the dieta as a living prayer and pathway of remembranceAluna's ceremonial work with Kambo and her mission to midwife soul awakeningAluna Rose is a Medicine Woman, ceremonialist, Senior Kambo Practitioner, Mesa carrier of the Andean 7 Rays lineage, Initiated Priestess of the Magdalene Rose Lineage, and a gifted intuitive channel. She guides others into deep healing and accelerated soul awakening, weaving together earthly shamanism with ancient mystery teachings.She offers Kambo ceremonies in Southern California, virtual and live Plant Initiation Dietas, 1:1 shamanic mentorship, Magdalene womb healing work, and sacred anointing oils.Website: www.kambokissedme.comInstagram: @alunarose_About Tara SamadhiTara Samadhi is a spiritual friend, oracle, and cosmic guide, devoted to walking alongside others on their journey of awakening and self-discovery. With warmth, wisdom, and a deep love for the sacred, she blends her roles as a mystic and teacher with the art of creating welcoming spaces for transformation and connection.Rooted in her own path of radical healing and devotion, Tara weaves together the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism, Non-Dual Shaiva Tantra, sound alchemy, and ancient mystery school traditions. Through mantra, sacred sound, and her natural ability to channel cosmic wisdom, she creates spaces where hearts open, healing flows, and the Shakti within awakens.As a keeper of sacred frequencies, Tara invites you to remember your divine essence and step into the limitless energy of who you truly are. Whether through her teachings, ceremonies, or sonic offerings, she welcomes you with an open heart to explore the magic of the pathless path together.Website: www.tarasamadhi.comInstagram: @tarasamadhiIf you feel called to share your voice on This Cosmic Life podcast—your medicine, your magic, and your wisdom—you are warmly invited to reach out:

Professor Carl Jones is a conservation biologist who is best known for saving the Mauritius kestrel from extinction. He is the scientific director of Mauritian Wildlife Foundation, chief scientist at Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust and an honorary professor in ecology and conservation biology at the University of East Anglia.He was born in Carmarthen in Wales and was fascinated with animals from an early age, rearing rescued common kestrels, owls and hawks in his back garden. He studied biology at North-East London Polytechnic and, after learning about the plight of the Mauritius kestrel, he was determined to go out to the country to try to save the bird.He arrived in Mauritius in 1979 when there were only two known breeding pairs left in the wild. By the time he left in 1999 he'd established a captive breeding programme and today hundreds of Mauritius kestrels fly over the islands where he spent decades pioneering his, sometimes controversial, methods. Today the Mauritius kestrel is the national bird. He is also responsible for saving from extinction three species of reptiles, a fruit bat and several plants.He was appointed an MBE for his work in 2004 and in 2016 he won the prestigious Indianapolis Prize – the world's leading award for animal conservation.Carl lives in Carmarthen with his wife and two children and assorted animals including two Andean condors called Carlos and Baby. DISC ONE: Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf Opus 67 - The London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir Adrian Boult DISC TWO: Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas. Narrated by Richard Burton and performed by Meredith Edwards, Gwenllian Owen and Gwenyth Petty DISC THREE: Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll - Ian Dury DISC FOUR: La Rivière Noire - John Kenneth Nelson DISC FIVE: Asimbonanga - Johnny Clegg & Savuka DISC SIX: Sega lakordeon – Rene oule bwar mwa - La Troupe de l'Union DISC SEVEN: Londonderry Air - Beatrice Harrison DISC EIGHT: Clear Sky - Catrin FinchBOOK CHOICE: The Collected Works of Dylan Thomas LUXURY ITEM: Binoculars CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Asimbonanga - Johnny Clegg & Savuka Presenter Lauren Laverne Producer Paula McGinley

Hello and welcome back to another culinary adventure my curious and hungry archaeogastronomers!How, when and why the first potatoes were domesticated? Who were the people who did it?The tough, inhospitable terrain, the extreme climate and the improbably high altitude plateau of the Andean altiplano is the home of the potato. A tuber that was a staple of the diet of the Andean people for thousands of years; then went not only to conquer the world, but be the friend of peasants, farmers, poor people too and save millions from starvation around the world! How did that come about? And what was the genius systems of the Incas that helped grow this amazingly tasty and nutritious food?Let's find out on today's epic adventure!Recommendations for the week:The Puratos Sourdough Libraryhttps://www.questforsourdough.com/puratos-libraryPeople | Planet | Food, a Scigest podcast series exploring the intersection of sustainability, agriculture, and our global food system.https://www.plantandfood.com/en-nz/people-planet-foodCradle of Gold:The Story of Hiram Bingham, a Real-Life Indiana Jones, and the Search for Machu Picchuhttps://www.christopherheaney.net/cradle-of-gold/descriptionEnjoy!The Delicious LegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. If you love to time-travel through food and history why not join us at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we go on a journey into the Bolivian highlands for a completely unique festival called “Tinku.” It takes place in a tiny town called Macha, which is not exactly a tourist hot spot. The aim of the game is to fight thy neighbour in order to spill blood and satisfy the Andean gods, which are all-powerful to the indigenous Aymara community.We drink with the locals, dance with the locals and some of us fight with the locals. It is a chaotic couple of days, and one of the world's most unusual sporting traditions.Also, we visit La Paz and El Alto and talk about the fighting Cholitas, and we hop on a Mountain bike down Death Road.Before all that, there's part four of the Patagonian hitchhiking journey, as Eoin is still trying to get himself to the town of Esquel.Follow Eoin…https://www.instagram.com/eoinsheahan/https://x.com/EoinSheahanhttps://www.tiktok.com/@eoinsheahanEmail: eoinsheahan1@gmail.com

Mikuna was founded by fifth-generation Ecuadorian farmer and former professional athlete, Ricky Echanique. While living in Santa Barbara, Ricky faced health and digestion issues that sent him on a new path: to find a better form of plant-based nutrition. This journey led him back home to Ecuador and to Chocho, the "Andean super protein." This powerful lupin has been harvested for thousands of years by Andean farmers yet remains relatively unknown because it grows so remotely. Given his deep roots within the Ecuadorian agricultural community, Ricky felt confident that he could share Chocho with the world. As he met with local farmers, he was moved by their kindness, hospitality and work ethic. Supporting and working alongside Chocho farmers quickly became a key part of his mission.Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles and the US at large. Each week, entrepreneurial special guests join Laurel Mintz, founder and CEO of award-winning marketing agency Elevate My Brand, to discuss the marketing failures and successes that have brought their brands to the next level. Learn from real-life experiences and be inspired by leaders in your industry about how smart digital and experiential marketing can elevate your brand.Contact us: https://www.elevatemybrand.com/contact Stay connected & DM us feedback on the podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatemybrandla/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elevatemybrandla/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elevatemybrand

Renzo Aroni runa simipi rimanku Irma Osnowan takikuna albumninmanta—Ayla Ayacucho sutiyuqmi. Willakunku lliw ruwasqankumanta. Imaynam lluqsichimun chay takikunata, hinaspa imaynatam Tokio Llaqtapi ruwaranku runasimipi chay takikunata llaqtansi usupi.  Huarcas (Ayacucho, Perú) llaqtamantam Irma, paymi wiñasqa uchuychanmanta sumaq huaño takikunawan manaraq Lima llaqtaman chayamuspa. Chaymantañam Japón suyuman ripukusqa, chay karu suyupin Quechuata yachachin kunankama. Ayacucho takiykunatapas, tusuyta riqsichin. Chay disco ruwasqampin kimsa takikunam kachkan: Pumpin, Huayno, Carnaval nisqakuna. Albumpa sutinmi “Ayla”, chaypin riqsirichin imaynam runakunawan, pachakunawan, uywanakuspa kawsanchikta. Irma allinta yacharichin kay albumpi pusaq quechua takikuna runakunawan yanapasqa/ruwasqa kay takikunata sumaqllata riqsichinapaq.  Sullpayki uyarikuychik Kuskalla Podcast.   *** In this episode, Renzo Aroni (@renzo.aroni) chats in Quechua with musician Irma Osno (@irma222_) about her 2024 album Ayla Ayacucho. Their conversation emerged from a music collaboration in Tokyo, focusing on Quechua songs and their meanings in the Andean world. Irma, originally from Huarcas (Ayacucho, Peru), grew up with Andean traditional music before migrating to Lima and then Japan, where she teaches Quechua and promotes Ayacucho music and dance. The album features three tracks highlighting the region's musical diversity, including Pumpin, Huayno, and Carnival. The album title “Ayla” symbolizes the seeding of life and the coexistence of humans, animals, and plants. As Irma explains, “The eight Quechua songs on this album are the result of my encounters with people who believe in music as a deep, quiet, and calming force that allows them to continue to exist just as they are.” Thank you for listening to the Kuskalla Podcast.  

Coming to your OTB Daily feed this Tuesday (March 25th) at 10am - the first episode of Eoin Sheahan's Diverted. Before the first episode went live, Eoin chatted to OTB's Mick McCarthy about the 10-part series, which you can find each Tuesday in the OTB Daily feed, and in its own podcast feed. You can access that here to subscribe. Follow Eoin on this not-so-smooth journey from the Deep South of the USA to the southern tip of Argentina, as he tries to recover from missing out on the Biggest Party In The History of The Universe (™).Each week, this podcast will travel to a new country, and we will bring you to a ritualistic fighting festival in rural Bolivia, to the basketball-crazy highlands of Guatemala and to the equine sport heartlands of Argentina's gaucho country. We will become experts in Jai-Alai and Tejo, we will speak extensively with a survivor of the 1972 Andes plane crash, we will become fans of FC Palestino and hang out with lucha libre fighters. There are carnivals and psychedelics and broken bones, as we run from Andean karma but towards any presence of Maradona and Messi.

Send us a textThe Ucumar, often called the Andean Bigfoot, is said to roam the remote mountainous regions of Argentina and Bolivia. Unlike its North American counterpart, it is typically described as shorter, stockier, and faster—ranging between five to seven feet tall. The body is covered in thick, dark fur, and most accounts claim it walks upright like a human but can drop to all fours when moving at high speed.Most encounters occur at night or in heavily wooded areas, making it almost impossible to track. Some accounts say it watches people from a distance, staying just out of reach but making sure it is seen or heard enough to warn trespassers. Others claim it chases people away from certain areas, as if defending its territory.What do you think it could be? A bear, a hermit, or maybe a spirit? Stay tuned and remember please subscribe. Nightmares of the americas and the behill network are teaming up with the long hairs. These guys have amazing products and have spent the last 10 years building a strong positive community for men with long hair. Click on the link below and enter code "NIGHTMARES" at check out. https://thelonghairs.us/?dt_id=2267311&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabJB5dlPL-NcZi-o-2tRQDtsTRO8llxYt4qZ8m4u7raitbHK_qUexYIrb0_aem_noz8FSXZP2Ij6250h4po_QMerch store- https://indigenoustales.threadless.com/Email us at info@behillnetwork.com Also check out our Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/indigenous_tales/And our TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@indigenous_talesAmanda Bland Dallas area Bakeryinstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cupidsweetsbakes/Cupid Sweets- https://www.facebook.com/cupidsweets

#151 - What could inspire someone to leave a stable engineering career and venture into the unknown on a bicycle? Meet Jacob Lemanski, whose incredible journey of 999 days biking across the globe defies expectations and challenges societal norms. In this episode, Jacob shares his odyssey from rural Pennsylvania to the world stage, driven by a passion ignited during a cross-country bike tour at the tender age of 20. His story is not just about the miles traveled but the transformation of his life's path, as he finds fulfillment and a new identity through this daring adventure.Jacob's journey wasn't meticulously planned—quite the opposite. With minimal route mapping and a focus on spontaneous exploration, he embraced uncertainty, relying on robust gear and the support of a tracking device for peace of mind. Covering over 38,000 miles across six continents, Jacob reveals the logistics and challenges of traveling self-sufficiently, surviving on little more than food and water. It's a tale of resilience, an embrace of the unknown, and a testament to the power of living life on one's own terms.From the dangers of the Andean mountains to the serene beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula, Jacob recounts the highs and lows of life on the road. He opens up about the emotional challenges of disconnecting from modern communication and the profound joy found in nature's simplicity. The journey didn't just change his perspective; it led to a creative pivot—from engineering to founding Ant Life, an art company inspired by humble ant farms. Jacob invites listeners to experience the vastness of human potential and the world's beauty, offering inspiration to embark on their own journeys of discovery.Visit LandPirate.com to get your gear that has you, the adventurer, in mind. Use the code "Journey with Jake" to get an additional 15% off at check out. Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

In many indigenous communities across the world, people have long honoured menstruation as a sacred time. Today we're lucky to be exploring the beauty and wisdom of the ancestral moontime medicine of the Andean people, and our guest is Dr Cynthia Ingar, who is an anthropologist and Andean keeper of Woman Medicine wisdom living in the Sacred Valley in Peru. In her late twenties, Cynthia was guided by a mentor to do thirteen traditional Andean moontime retreats where she was in silence and eating a special diet for four days and four nights while she menstruated.Cynthia has dedicated her life to teaching a woman-centered approach to women's health, to traditional midwifery and to revitalizing Andean Woman Medicine including menstrual cycle and the Andean Moontime traditional practices. In this rich, magical conversation, we explore how her moontime retreats prepared her to live her calling, both as a keeper of this Woman Medicine and as a mother to her children. We explore:How we travel to the ‘Ukupacha' when we bleed, which is the realm related to the Feminine, where we perceive life differently, experience altered states of consciousness, and receive insights and wisdom.How Cynthia works with the ancestral Andean practice of praying with her menstrual blood, as an offering to Pachamama, to mother earth. What she has learned from grandmother mentors about how they worked with the ancient menstrual practices to give them inspiration and guidance in their work as the keepers of ceremony and the rituals of life for the community.  ---Receive our free video training: Love Your Cycle, Discover the Power of Menstrual Cycle Awareness to Revolutionise Your Life - www.redschool.net/love---The Menstruality Podcast is hosted by Red School. We love hearing from you. To contact us, email info@redschool.net---Social media:Red School: @redschool - https://www.instagram.com/red.schoolSophie Jane Hardy: @sophie.jane.hardy - https://www.instagram.com/sophie.jane.hardyDr Cynthia Ingar: @hampiwarmi - https://www.instagram.com/hampiwarmi

This week on Select, we have Brenda all the way from Colombia. Throughout the past three years, he has galloped through various sonic territories within the global electronic music scene, establishing himself as a figure that is hard to define and one of the most innovative DJs in the globe. In his selection and mixing style, Brenda embraces the idea of ‘plunder-techno', a collage of traditional Latin rhythms, encompassing dembow, cumbia, djembe and guaracha, interspersed with variations of bass music, while incorporating noise textures close to IDM and club music. For his select set, the Colombia native DJ and producer brings a mix that encapsulates his passion for the multiplicity of latitudes within the global south and its diaspora. He meshes together threads of Mexican tribal, Colombian bailoteo and Andean techno with the emancipated UK bass scene across the globe, playing on the similarities between Latin dembow and the new waves of electronic music from the Middle East region. “It's an x-ray of my interests, specifically, my fascination with traditional percussion and how they can be employed in electronic music.” Brenda tells SceneNoise.

Quinoa is everywhere these days, the base for a million salads and grain bowls. But, until recently, barely anyone outside the nutritious seed's ancient's homeland—the Peruvian and Bolivian Andes—had ever heard of it. This week, we're telling the story of how a gorgeous spinach-like plant traditionally grown in a remote, high-altitude region of South America was transformed into one of the hottest foods on the shelves at Whole Foods. This is a tale that began with Coloradan hippies, the deliberate invention of a new Peruvian gastronomy, and beer, but truly took off when the United Nations declared that this so-called "superfood" was the secret to solving global hunger, adapting to climate change, and rescuing Andean farmers from poverty. So, did quinoa deliver? Listen in now for the story behind your next Buddha bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Soccer is the biggest sport in the world, but we never talk about the origin of the soccer ball or where they're made. Justin Lea, Founder of Hayworth Athletic, went on a quest to find out and it landed him in northern Pakistan, where over 70% of the world's soccer balls were made (3 million balls per month!). After witnessing the terrible conditions of the workers, Justin set out to create an amazing soccer ball and bring good to the world by helping the people that make them. Hayworth Athletic was born. This is his Build Upon The Good story. Hayworth Athletic, headquartered in Austin, TX, designs soccer balls with a good cause behind them. Hayworth soccer balls are worksop-made in the ancient Andean village of Mongui, Columbia, a community with a century long tradition of ballmaking. Justin's story isn't just interesting, it's inspiring. He seeks to uplift others and bring dignity to the those that make them and their "craft."  We need more people and businesses like Justin and Hayworth Athletic, which seek to also better the world. We also give a shout out to our good friend JP, who connected us. Please follow Hayworth Athletic at www.HayworthAthletic.com, follow them on social media and definitely buy their soccer balls! www.BuildUponTheGood.com and on Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky. *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Please follow them at www.TheSamples.com

Gaea Star Crystal Radio Hour #609 is another hour of creative, dynamic improvised acoustic music played by the Gaea Star Band with Mariam Massaro on vocals, Native flute, Andean flute, 4- and 8-string ukuleles, acoustic guitar and dulcimer, Bob Sherwood on piano and Craig Harris on congas and Native drum. Recorded live at Singing Brook Studio in Worthington, Massachusetts in late February of 2025, today's show begins with the jazzy “Every Moment”, a driving song with imaginative piano statements and a powerful vocal from Mariam. “Open To Your Spirit” is a beautifully dualistic piece that combines a jazz rock motif with a slyly entering classical motif, another beautiful vocal from Mariam and interpolations of her evocative Andean flute along with driving congas from Craig and modern, minimalist piano work from Bob. The piece winds out with a series of playful classical motifs before leading into “Gather Together”, a beautifully austere song from the “Release” album that evokes giant spaces and human unity. “Joyful Union With All Beings” is a powerful, powerfully stated song calling for human connectedness and empowerment in troubling times and “One More Day”, also from Mariam's “Release” LP is presented as a peaceful, pretty folk ballad driven by Mariam's lyrical vocal and chiming 8-string ukulele with hints of reggae above Craig's powerful Native drum heartbeat pulse. We complete today's show with two more of Mariam's classic numbers, the island folk rocker “Pele” from the “Gaea Star Goddesses” LP and the bucolic, beautifully pagan forest prayer “Spirit Of The Forest”. Learn more about Mariam here: http://www.mariammassaro.com

As one of his first actions in office, U.S. president Donald Trump ordered a 90-day freeze on foreign assistance pending review for alignment with U.S. foreign policy goals. Subsequent moves by the administration, including the aggressive downsizing and de facto elimination of the U.S. Agency for International Development have roiled Washington and resulted in far-reaching implications. Within the Western Hemisphere, the Andean region, particularly Colombia, stands to be one of the areas most impacted by these funding freezes. In this episode, Ryan C. Berg sits down with Elizabeth Dickinson, Senior Analyst for the Andes at Crisis Group. Together, they discuss how the cutoff of U.S. assistance is impacting security and counter-narcotics efforts in Colombia. They also explore the openings that the end of U.S. assistance creates for other powers to enter the security assistance space, particularly the European Union and China.

In todays episode Mark and Caroline chat with Griff Easter.Griffin Easter is an American cyclist known for his versatility across road and gravel disciplines. Born on November 6, 1991, in Claremont, California, he has achieved notable successes throughout his career. 2014: Won the 70-mile Division I men's road race at the USA Cycling Collegiate Road Nationals in Richmond, Virginia, representing Fort Lewis College. 2017: Secured a stage victory in Stage 6 of the Vuelta a Colombia. • 2018: Claimed wins in Stage 3b and Stage 4 of the Tour de Beauce. 2024: Triumphed in the Transcordilleras, a grueling 1,045 km self-supported, eight-day gravel stage race across Colombia. Throughout his career, Easter has been associated with teams such as Airgas–Safeway, 303Project, and Start Cycling Team. He continues to compete actively, showcasing his endurance and skill in various cycling events.The Transcordilleras is an 8-stage ultra-endurance gravel race across Colombia's rugged and breathtaking landscapes. The race takes riders through the three Andean mountain ranges (Cordilleras Oriental, Central, and Occidental), covering over 1,000 km of diverse and challenging terrain, from high-altitude climbs to remote gravel roads and jungle valleys. Distance: ~1,000+ km across 8 stages.Elevation Gain: Massive climbs, often exceeding 20,000m+ total ascent.Location: Colombia – traversing rural villages, coffee regions, and high-altitude passes. Challenge: Tough climbs, unpredictable weather, and rugged terrain test riders' endurance and resilience.The race is self-supported, meaning riders must manage their own nutrition, repairs, and pacing strategies while navigating some of South America's most demanding gravel roads. It's considered one of the toughest multi-stage gravel races in the world, attracting elite endurance cyclists and adventurous riders alike.Enjoy! Link to Nepal charity - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-education-for-two-children-in-nepal

Keyanna Ortiz-Cedeño chats with Kat Sibel on Indigenous People's Day about her life's journey of twists and turns reflecting on her Peruvian ancestral roots and how Andean and Quechua knowledge and values informed her work and research looking at both sides of public health and environmental science. Kat Sibel (she/her/ella) is a passionate, bi-cultural Community Climate Resiliency Coordinator for the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene. As a researcher, she embraces her indigenous identity in applying a decolonial lens to climate justice topics, such as extreme heat and flooding, and its impact on community health. As an action-oriented urban planner, she develops meaningful strategic partnerships via 'embedded planning' for climate health-focused capacity building. By centering community concerns from faith leaders, residents, community health workers, and emergency managers, she is able to advocate and collaborate with policy makers, urban designers, data analysts and community engagement leaders on climate risk tools and resources. Learning the traditions of her Andean (Quechua) heritage through meditation, language and culture throughout her life has kept her grounded through the challenges that arise as an environmental justice practitioner, leader, urban planner, and global citizen.Learn more about Kat's work:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherin-sibel/ NYC's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/index.page  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nychealthy/---------------------------------------Plan Dulce is a podcast by the ⁠⁠Latinos and Planning Division⁠ of the American Planning Association⁠.  Want to recommend our next great guests and stay updated on the latest episodes? We want to hear from you! Follow, rate, and subscribe! Your support and feedback helps us continue to amplify insightful and inspiring stories from our wonderfully culturally and professionally diverse community.This episode was produced byKeyanna Ortiz-Cedeño, Host, Producer, Writer, Editor Vidal F. Márquez, Audio Engineer, EditorFollow Latinos and Planning on Social Media: Facebook:⁠https://www.facebook.com/LatinosandPlanning/⁠Youtube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@laplatinosandplanningdivis2944⁠LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4294535/⁠X/ Twitter:⁠https://twitter.com/latinosplanapa?lang=en⁠

Welcome to the Global Wisdom Gathering edition titled "Ancient Echoes, Modern Paths: Navigating the Journey of Awakening on Gaia," part of the summit "Dreaming the New Earth: As of the Stars, So of the Earth." Join host Clara Nisiri for an insightful session with Angell Deer, an ordained minister and mystic medicine man. They delve into humanity's cosmic origins and profound earthly connections. Dive deep into a conversation about reconnecting with ancient roots and navigating modern challenges through sacred paths. Explore how ancient wisdom from Andean cosmology and Norse shamanism guides our collective journey on Earth. Key Topics: - Understanding humanity's cosmic origins and earthly connections. - Reconnecting with ancient roots amidst modern challenges. - Concepts of time as a cycle in ancient cosmologies. - The current phase of death in civilization and its implications. - Reverence for elders and the importance of ancient traditions. - The role of sacred paths in integrating cosmic and earthly wisdom. - Lessons from the Andean cosmology about water as a cosmic origin. - The importance of direct connection to the Earth and land. - Bridging cosmic perspectives with earthly realities. Angell Deer shares insights from Andean cosmology and shamanic practices. Join us for this enlightening conversation as we explore the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern existence on Gaia. More info on Clara Nisiri at: https://www.alkhemicaldreaming.com.  Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring content!

The Quinoa Bust traces the social, ecological, technological, and political work that went into transforming a humble Andean grain into a development miracle crop

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Facing Fears and Embracing Adventure in the Andes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-29-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol del verano brillaba intensamente sobre las montañas imponentes de los Andes.En: The summer sun shone intensely over the towering Andes mountains.Es: Luisa y Javier caminaban por el sendero que llevaba a Machu Picchu.En: Luisa and Javier were walking along the path leading to Machu Picchu.Es: Luisa, con su espíritu aventurero y su deseo de superación, sentía el aire fresco en su rostro y la emoción creciendo en su interior.En: Luisa, with her adventurous spirit and desire for self-improvement, felt the fresh air on her face and the excitement growing within her.Es: Javier, apasionado por la historia, estaba ansioso por ver las ruinas que tanto había querido conocer.En: Javier, passionate about history, was eager to see the ruins he had long wanted to visit.Es: Luisa deseaba sentir la libertad conquistando el desafiante camino.En: Luisa wished to feel the freedom of conquering the challenging path.Es: Sin embargo, una sensación incómoda la acompañaba: su miedo a las alturas.En: However, an uncomfortable feeling accompanied her: her fear of heights.Es: Javier, por otro lado, había planificado cada detalle de la excursión.En: Javier, on the other hand, had planned every detail of the excursion.Es: Traía mapas y horarios precisos, pero el clima impredecible de las montañas andinas amenazaba su cuidado plan.En: He carried maps and precise schedules, but the unpredictable climate of the Andean mountains threatened his careful plan.Es: Mientras subían, las nubes empezaron a cubrir el cielo azul.En: As they climbed, the clouds began to cover the blue sky.Es: "Debemos apurarnos," dijo Javier mirando el reloj.En: "We should hurry," said Javier, looking at his watch.Es: Las gotas de lluvia comenzaron a caer suavemente, haciendo que el sendero fuera más difícil.En: Raindrops started to fall gently, making the path more difficult.Es: Pero Luisa y Javier siguieron, determinados a llegar.En: But Luisa and Javier continued, determined to reach their destination.Es: Pronto llegaron a una parte empinada con un paisaje impresionante.En: Soon they arrived at a steep part with an impressive landscape.Es: Luisa sintió que la tierra desaparecía bajo sus pies y se detuvo, paralizada por el miedo.En: Luisa felt the ground disappear beneath her feet and stopped, paralyzed by fear.Es: "No puedo," murmuró mirando al vacío abajo.En: "I can't," she murmured, looking into the void below.Es: Javier entendió el terror de Luisa.En: Javier understood Luisa's terror.Es: Se acercó con calma, "Mira mis ojos, Luisa.En: He approached calmly, "Look into my eyes, Luisa.Es: Solo tus pasos.En: Just your steps.Es: Uno a uno."En: One by one."Es: Ella respiró profundo, enfocándose solo en avanzar.En: She took a deep breath, focusing only on moving forward.Es: Alentada por la voz de Javier y la imagen de Machu Picchu en su mente, comenzó a moverse de nuevo.En: Encouraged by Javier's voice and the image of Machu Picchu in her mind, she began to move again.Es: Javier también enfrentaba su propia lucha.En: Javier was also facing his own struggle.Es: Las nubes se volvieron más densas, el tiempo pasaba y temía no llegar antes de que obscureciera.En: The clouds became denser, time was passing, and he feared not reaching before it got dark.Es: Sin embargo, sintió la emoción del momento.En: However, he felt the excitement of the moment.Es: La historia y la aventura no siempre se encuentran en los libros, pensó.En: History and adventure are not always found in books, he thought.Es: A veces, eran así, con dificultades y sorpresas.En: Sometimes, they were like this, with difficulties and surprises.Es: Finalmente, llegaron a la Puerta del Sol mientras el sol se ponía.En: Finally, they arrived at the Gate of the Sun as the sun was setting.Es: El cielo se despejó un poco, y ante ellos apareció Machu Picchu, bañado por el dorado del atardecer.En: The sky cleared a bit, and before them appeared Machu Picchu, bathed in the golden light of the sunset.Es: Era una vista majestuosa.En: It was a majestic sight.Es: Luisa sintió que había conquistado mucho más que un sendero.En: Luisa felt she had conquered much more than just a path.Es: Su miedo se disolvió ante la belleza del lugar.En: Her fear dissolved before the beauty of the place.Es: Javier, a su lado, estaba lleno de una alegría renovada.En: Javier, by her side, was filled with a renewed joy.Es: Esta aventura le enseñó a valorar lo inesperado.En: This adventure taught him to value the unexpected.Es: Al final del día, ambos se sentaron en silencio, cada uno inmerso en sus pensamientos.En: At the end of the day, both sat in silence, each immersed in their thoughts.Es: El viaje a Machu Picchu no solo les permitió ver un sitio antiguo, les permitió también redescubrirse a sí mismos.En: The journey to Machu Picchu not only allowed them to see an ancient site but also rediscover themselves.Es: Luisa y Javier compartieron una mirada y sonrieron, sabiendo que ya no eran los mismos que en la mañana.En: Luisa and Javier shared a look and smiled, knowing they were no longer the same as in the morning.Es: Fin.En: The end. Vocabulary Words:the summer: el veranoto shine: brillarthe path: el senderothe adventurous spirit: el espíritu aventurerothe self-improvement: la superaciónthe excitement: la emocióneager: ansiosothe ruins: las ruinasto conquer: conquistarthe freedom: la libertadthe fear of heights: el miedo a las alturasto plan: planificarthe detail: el detallethe excursion: la excursiónto threaten: amenazarunpredictable: impredeciblethe clouds: las nubesto hurry: apurarthe raindrops: las gotas de lluviasteep: empinadoparalyzed by fear: paralizada por el miedothe struggle: la luchato value: valorarthe unexpected: lo inesperadomajestic: majestuosothe sunset: el atardecerto dissolve: disolverto rediscover: redescubrirto immerse: sumergirto share: compartir

Dr. Edwin Barnhart of the Maya Exploration Center. You know him from Season 2 of Netflix's Ancient Apocalypse, Earth Ancients and the ArcheoEd podcast. He previously dazzled us with information about Mezoamerica. Today, the working topic was the Incas. And we did cover the Incas. But we also covered some of the prior peoples. Covered the religions and the continuity of beliefs. We talk about the topics from the Vera Cocha to Camelids. Who built those roads? How old is Machu Picchu? What are Ed's thoughts on Archeology versus Hancockians? As always, we meander with unplanned purpose and uncover items that you want to hear. 

It's January 5, 1982, and the central American state of Panama is playing host to one of the most extraordinary narco summits in history. Hosting the pow-wow is Manuel Noriega, chief of Panamanian military intelligence and just a year from siezing its control. Pablo Escobar, head of what will become the feared Medellin Cartel, is there too. But even these criminal heavyweights aren't the biggest gangsters in the room. That title belongs to Roberto Suarez Gomez, Bolivia's so-called King of Cocaine, supplier of Andean coca paste to a global blow industry. Suarez, a former cattle rancher and heir to a rubber fortune, has never been more powerful. Just two years previous he'd backed Bolivia's so-called ‘Cocaine Coup', tearing through capital La Paz and installing violent general Luis Garcia Meza as president. Since then Suarez has built the modern cocaine market, cementing Escobar as his chief buyer, and pulling in Noriega and even the Castros of Cuba. But Suarez couldn't have done all this without the fourth man in this room in Panama, quiet and slight, with a saturnine face that belies the litany of evil he's managed in his 67 years. This is Klaus Barbie, fugitive SS officer and so-called ‘Butcher of Lyon' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amid President-elect Donald Trump's recent pledge to impose a 25% tariff on Mexican products, if Mexico does not curb the flow of fentanyl, this episode dives deep into the complexities of U.S.-Mexico relations and the fight against organized crime. Join host Nelly Hernandez Valdez and policy expert Dr. Vanda Felbab-Brown as they explore: Fentanyl and the Cartels: How Mexican criminal groups have become key players in the U.S. fentanyl epidemic and their strategies for controlling local economies and territories. China's Role: The connection between Chinese criminal groups and Mexico's illegal economies and its implications for global security. Bi-national Cooperation: Why has the Bicentennial Framework between the Biden and Lopez Obrador administrations seen limited progress, and what can we expect under President Claudia Sheinbaum and President-elect Donald Trump as they inherit this complex relationship. Weapons Trafficking: The U.S. gun industry's impact on cartel firepower and whether reforming firearm policies could disrupt organized crime. Policy Proposals: The effectiveness of proposed measures, such as designating cartels as foreign terrorist organizations or employing military force, and what policymakers can do to achieve real results. Vanda Felbab-Brown is a senior fellow in the Strobe Talbott Center for Security, Strategy, and Technology in the Foreign Policy program at Brookings. She is the director of the Initiative on Nonstate Armed Actors and of the Brookings series "The Fentanyl Crisis in North America and the Global Reach of Synthetic Opioids. She is also the co-director of the Africa Security Initiative. Previously, she was the co-director of the Brookings projects “The Opioid Crisis in America: Domestic and International Dimension," “Improving Global Drug Policy: Comparative Perspectives Beyond UNGASS 2016,” and “Reconstituting Local Orders.” Dr. Felbab-Brown is an expert on international and internal conflicts and nontraditional security threats, including insurgency, terrorism, organized crime, urban violence, and illicit economies. Her fieldwork and research have covered, among others, Afghanistan, South Asia, Burma, Indonesia, the Andean region, Mexico, Iraq and other parts of the Middle East, and various parts of Africa. She was a senior advisor to the congressionally-mandated Afghanistan Peace Process Study Group. A frequent commentator in international and U.S. media, Dr. Felbab-Brown regularly provides testimonies to the U.S. Congress. She also hosts the podcast show “The Killing Drugs: Synthetic Opioids Around the World. ”

Hey everybody! Episode 145 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Michal Scheffler. Michal was introduced to me by our mutual friend Marta (who I interviewed in episode 16). Michal has led a very fascinating and full life. He was a DJ for many years and holds two degrees in psychology. His interest in consciousness led him to Latin America and ayahuasca where he spent time with different indigenous groups such as the Huni Kuin, Yawanawa, Shuar, as well as the Santo Daime church. We spoke about this journey and then what led him to other teachers such as the Colombian taitas, Andean traditions, and the Tubu nation of the Colombian Amazon. We spoke about the power of the word, storytelling, his journey into fatherhood, his involvement in the Imago community, and a lot more. I think Michal's wisdom is very apparent and it comes through his word and presence. I was really happy to sit down and speak with Michal and hear his wisdom and I trust you all will gain much from him as well. Also if you wait until the end, Michal sings one of his songs that came to him when calling in his son, on the Andean-Amazonian story of Origin. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!“Michal Scheffler (Sanken Koshi) is the founder and leader of IMAGO Community, a spiritual organization formally established in Brazil and USA, yet present across the Americas.IMAGO stewards an altar that bridges the ancestral tools and wisdom of the Amazon and Andes into the new time.While spending the last 11 years immersed in studying indigenous wisdom traditions, passing through a wide variety of diets and initiations led by the teachers of the jungle and the mountains, he predominantly trained in Brazil and Colombia. The core of his offering is expressed through the weaving of the traditional chants of the Yawanawa nation with the ritual based on the geometry of word, song, story and dance.While being guided by the teachings of the Law of Origin, Sanken Koshi has also walked a more formal path of university study. He carries two degrees in psychology and specializes in community building. He has observed that cultivating supportive community provides the integrity to create lasting shifts and benefit the individual process.Fascinated by the reprogramming of consciousness, he adds a subtle academic approach to support the evolution and long-term benefits of the individuals and the collective.”To learn more about or contact Michal, visit his website at: https://www.imagocommunity.org/To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_wIf you enjoy the show, it's a big help if you can share it via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. This is super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!For more information about me and my upcoming plant medicine retreats with my colleague Merav Artzi, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.orgIntegration/Consultation call: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/UniverseWithinYouTube join & perks: https://bit.ly/YTPerksPayPal, donate: https://paypal.me/jasongrechanikWebsite: https://UniverseWithinPodcast.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/UniverseWithinPodcastFacebook: https://facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcastMusic: Nuno Moreno: https://m.soundcloud.com/groove_a_zen_sound & https://nahira-ziwa.bandcamp.com & Stefan Kasapovski's Santero Project: https://spoti.fi/3y5Rd4H

"If you look at restoring the whole Andes, the entire Andean mountain range, you can't just go at it by planting trees. There are so many other things that you need to do to holistically permit nature to actually come back."In this episode Ben Goldsmith talks with inspirational Earthshot Prizewinner, Florent Kaiser. Florent is leading an effort to restore the high altitude forests of the Andes, stretching all the way from Venezuela down to Patagonia. Accion Andina is a truly earth changing initiative.Ben Goldsmith is a British financier and rewilding enthusiast. Join him as he speaks to people from all over the world who champion nature and are helping to restore habitats and wildlife to some of the most nature depleted parts of our planet.This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach.Text Rewilding the World here. Let us know what you think of the podcast and if there are any rewilding projects you would love Ben to feature in future episodes. The Conservation Collective support locally-led environmental Foundations around the world. Together we'll protect and restore the wild places we know and love.

Peru's Shining Path, a Marxist-Maoist guerrilla force, plunged the Andean nation into a two-decade civil war that put villagers of the VRAEM, a remote, coca-producing region, on its bloody frontline. The Peruvian government captured the movement's despotic leader, and the war died. But the rebels switched gears, protecting coca shipments from Peru's interior to its coast, and out across Latin America. Today the VRAEM is the global trade's ground zero — even for the leaves that make their way, via an odd, winding journey, into Coca-Cola bottles worldwide. And the Shining Path, though weakened, are still among the embattled region's biggest players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textToday, we're taking you into the heart of a legend that stretches back nearly 500 years—a tale of betrayal, greed, and a curse said to haunt all who dared steal the riches of the Inca Empire.  That's right folks were talking about the curse of the Incas.This was the Incan Empire, temples made of gold, sitting under the sun and stretching across the Andean mountains. The whole place was massive. Then the Spanish conquistadors showed up. It was two completely different worlds colliding. Blood everywhere, a king gets betrayed, and then... well, that's when the curse begins."But before we dive into the curse itself, we need to understand the story behind it—the rise of the mighty Inca civilization, the tragedy of its last emperor, Atahualpa, and the ruthless conquistador who changed history: Francisco Pizarro. We're kickin it old school in this deep dive into the history of the Inca!  $13.95 Tees + up to 35% Off Everything ElseSale prices as marked. $13.95 price applies to select styles. Ends 10/21 at 5 PM CT.https://www.behillnetwork.com/ Free T-shirt to one lucky listener, go to our socials at trueterrorontap for more details. Merch store- https://indigenoustales.threadless.com/Email us at info@behillnetwork.com Also check out our Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/indigenous_tales/And our TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@indigenous_talesAmanda Bland Dallas area Bakeryinstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cupidsweetsbakes/Cupid Sweets- https://www.facebook.com/cupidsweets

Peruvian singer Lenin Tamayo has been dubbed the founder of ‘Q-pop'. He combines traditional Andean folk music with K-pop inspired instrumentation and dance. His songs mix Quechua – one of Peru's indigenous languages, and the official tongue of the Inca Empire – and Spanish. Lenin first launched his career when his videos went viral on TikTok. Now, he's working on his second EP. It's a sweltering day in bustling Lima, and presenter Martin Riepl heads up to the North of the city. Lenin's in his studio, wrestling with his new song, ‘La Llaqta'. Over the next five months, Martin follows this song's journey from initial concept to live performance. He visits Lenin at home, backstage, in a storyboarding meeting, and at a dance rehearsal, uncovering Lenin's process of fusing two very different musical styles. Presented by Martin Riepl

PREVIEW: BOLIVIA: Conversation with colleague Joseph Humire of Secure Free Society re suspicions of financial profligacy in Bolivia that may mean the Andean left of center state is heading to a crisis. More tonight. 1935