Podcasts about layne redmond

At its core, Ambient is a sensibility — a way of perceiving or sensing the world around us. As a sensibility, it gives us a heightened awareness of our physical and cultural surroundings; as a contemporary music genre, the name may be new, but the music has old, even ancient roots, arising from the discovery that slow tempos, repeated patterns, hypnotic rhythms, and resonant enclosures can alter our sense of time, and transform our experience of space. The 20th century saw the invention of electronic music, along with technical advances in communication, travel, sound recording, and music distribution—all of which sparked unprecedented exposure to non-western folk, classical, and tribal music from indigenous cultures around the world. In 1987, the European and North American music industry—determined to avoid the confusion and criticism that accompanied the choice of "New Age" for an earlier emerging genre—opted for simplicity and called the entire non-western traditional category "World Music." In time the World Music genre expanded to include ethnic fusions, crossovers, and hybrids, and the ethereal sounds of Tribal Electronic and World Ambient. On this transmission of Hearts of Space, we journey over the high desert mesas, wind-blown dunes, and endless plains of the Ethno-Ambient soundscape, on a program called "AMBIENT TRAVELER 4." Music is by LAYNE REDMOND & TOMMY BRUNGES, BYRON METCALF & ARI URBAN, SUZANNE TENG & GILBERT LEVY, MARLA LEIGH, STEPHAN MICUS, and ANOUSHKA SHANKAR. [ view playlist ] [ view Flickr image gallery ] [ play 30 second MP3 promo ]

In this episode, Jessica Woodbury engages in a profound conversation with Melonie Cannon about the Divine Feminine and the importance of connecting with Her. They explore Melonie's personal journey, the tools she uses to connect with the divine, and the significance of creativity and community in spiritual practices. The discussion highlights the role of meditation and drumming in spirituality, the importance of trusting divine guidance, and the need for women to embrace their power and creativity in daily life. Melanie shares her experiences with Heavenly Mother, bees, and singing, and emphasizes the importance of honoring the divine feminine within us all.Melonie is on Instagram as @_melonie.cannon_And facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/moonstonedrumsTools to embody the Divine Feminine: https://sarahbowdenart.com/embracing-goddess-energy/More on Melissae Bee Priestesses: https://lovethehoneybees.blogspot.com/2009/10/bee-priestess-in-ancient-and-modern.htmlhttps://feminismandreligion.com/2024/01/05/meeting-the-melissae-the-ancient-greek-bee-priestesses-of-demeter-by-elizabeth-ashley-book-review-by-carolyn-lee-boyd/https://threehundredandsixtysix.wordpress.com/2013/05/03/the-melissae-in-greek-myth-and-legend/When the Drummers Were Women by Layne Redmond:https://www.echopointbooks.com/religion-spirituality/when-the-drummers-were-womenhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/when-the-drummers-were-women-layne-redmond/1111604777The Lost Gospel by Simcha Jacobovici: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-lost-gospel-decoding-the-ancient-text-that-reveals-jesus-marriage-to-mary-the-magdalene/

Practicing Melissae Priestess, Elizabeth Ashley, a plant and bee shamanes/guardian is with us to discuss her book, Meeting the Melissae: Ancient Bee Priestesses of Demeter.  Today's talk might just as well be called All Things Demeter as we delve into Demeter's sanctuaries, the practices of her priestesses called Melissae and bee shamanism.  I'll ask Elizabeth about the Eleusinian Mysteries and how the Greek religion differs from religions of today, as well as what this ancient religion and these priestesses can teach us today.  And as a special treat, I'll play a relevant cut from our beloved, Layne Redmond, called Bee Mantra.

Episode 10. Drumming Goddess. A look at frame drums, sistrums and tambourines and their trance inducing beats. Cybele, Dionysus and their outragous priests and priestesses. Hathor and Inanna's Sacred Marriage rites. Basic drumming examples. And a tribute to frame drummer Layne Redmond and her book, When the Drummers were Women.

If you've heard me acknowledge the Indigenous lands I reside on and would like to know which tribal lands you may be living on, you can visit native-land.ca to find out. You can pre-order my book, Home to Her: Walking the Transformative Path of the Sacred Feminine from Womancraft Publishing: https://www.womancraftpublishing.com/books/home-to-her/You can find video of this episode at the Home to Her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK6xtUV6K7ayV30iz1ECigwYou can learn more about Johanna and all her offerings at https://wildandthemoon.earth/. The late Layne Redmond wrote the now-classic book When the Drummers Were Women: https://bookshop.org/books/when-the-drummers-were-women-a-spiritual-history-of-rhythm/9781635617887. Johanna referenced the singer Ani Williams. You can learn more about her here: https://aniwilliams.com/Johanna also mentioned the work of Stephen Harrod Buehner – you can learn more about him and his work here: https://www.stephenharrodbuhner.com/about/We also discussed the work of Alessandra Belloni, who joined me on this podcast in 2020. You can listen to this episode here: https://hometoher.simplecast.com/episodes/the-secrets-of-the-black-madonna-with-alessandra-belloniWe also discuss roses, and their connection to the Virgin Mary and the rosary. I explored the history of the rosary in depth during this episode with Clark Strand and Perdita Finn: https://hometoher.simplecast.com/episodes/exploring-the-secrets-of-the-rosary-with-clark-strand-and-perdita-finnFinally, these are the Spanish lyrics to the beautiful song that Johanna sang at the end of our conversation:Es verdad,que hace tiempo que te tengo en el olvido,que ni rezo, ni me acuerdo,de llevarte rosas rojas a tu altar.Es verdad,que tu nombre yo no lo digo desde niño,pero ahora,yo, yo necesitoque me ayudesy te olvides lo que he sido.Ave María,escúchame,Ave María, Ave María,tú sabes,tú sabes que yo la quieroy es todo lo que tengo.Ave María,Ave María escúchame,Ave María, Ave María,te pido,yo te pido que no termine,nuestro amor, nuestro amor. (Ave María).Recordarás,aquellas flores que adornaban tu capilla,eran mías, solo mías,yo las robaba por las noches para ti.Recordarás,cuantas veces te he rezado de rodillas,mis amigos, se reían,al mirarme, se reían, se reían.Ave María,Ave María escúchame,Ave María, Ave María,tú sabes,tú sabes que yo la quieroy es todo lo que tengo.Ave María,Ave María escúchame,Ave María, Ave María,te pido,yo te pido que no termine,nuestro amor, nuestro amornuestro amor, nuestro amor. 

On episode 62 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby discuss the archetypal mother. To expand on a previous episode from the first season, Kate and Kristin explore the Great Mother's relationship to drumming, vultures, and the Underworld. They also talk about Saintcraft as a form of magick, and discuss the iconography and veneration of the Virgin Mary and The Madonnas. Created by Tamed Wild. Production by Julio Montero Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio. Sources: "When the Drummers were Women: A Spiritual History of Rhythm" by Layne Redmond "A Dictionary of Symbols" by J.E. Cirlot Saintcraft Workshop, Dakota St. Clare, Catland Books

I want to welcome you to this somewhat longer episode.  I invite you to get comfortable, pour your favorite beverage and settle in for the journey.  In this segment, I have the opportunity to speak with Ms Barbara Gail,  master tambourine drummer, teacher, ceremonialist, priestess/ guide and wisdomkeeper of the sacred lineage of women drummers.  I have to  share that frame drumming is an absolute fascination of mine.  I feel that music, and drumming specifically,  found me.  Are the facets of  drumming and the music connection shown in my astrology chart?  My answer is a definite Yes!   In the first few minutes of the episode, I talk about the wonder of this Full Moon in Gemini, the last one of 2021.   Barbara and I talk about the mythical and archetypal insights of creating Solstice ceremonies, processions and circles for empowering women to step out of the "shadows"With this Full Moon in a beautiful trine to Jupiter in Aquarius, we have a chance to speak in favor of what is meaningful, and heart-centered.  Through the illumination of this Gemini Moon the question is,  what "story is circling in the depths of your Soul? Are  envisioning a new one, or telling the same story in 2022"?   This Moon quest is about understanding the power of our words, to either move life forward in an expansive and positive way, or to stay stuck in the past.  Only through truthful, honest  and heartfelt communication, can we personally and collectively, move out of the disillusionment and unworthiness that has been perpetuated for far too long.As I indicated above, this show is a bit longer, but the invigorating, insightful and inspiring conversation with Barbara is well worth taking the time  and effort,  to listen  to someone who has and continues to follow her "Sacred Wild Soul's" calling.   Her wise words  offers us guidance about visioning and listening to  the uniqueness of our own inner wisdom.Some the topics we cover are why is creating and participating in ceremony so vital for reconnecting with our humanity?  At the 15:50 time stamp, Barbara does a chant that seems to speak directly to moving into 2022.  Be sure and listen to:  "I begin to begin..."There are so many gems in this "Conversation" which need to be heard.  She talks about what it is like to "pivot" and have to make major changes and adjustments over the past two years, and the blessings and gifts arising from the pandemic paradigm.She talks about how the current drumming and teaching has come full circle from when she first started her tambourine drum studies with the late Layne Redmond(  please listen to the 11:11 episode) We come full circle in our "Conversation", when she talks about another one of her teachers, "Ubaka Hill", (time stamp 44:35 ) who always tells her student to "Find Your Own Note", and don't attempt to be someone else.We summed up our "Conversation" with a question.  What are you going to say Yes to,  in 2022  and beyond?  Remember "Your Word is Your Wand".Something New.  I have recently created a Ko- Fi Page.  Any support that you feel called to offer would very much be appreciated.  I'm looking forward to doing more episodes and want to do them in a creative, sustainable and inspirational way.  https://ko-fi.com/mruthmccantsalchemy Barbara Gail : Enter Darkness, Return to Light! an Online Winter Solstice Ceremonial Circle on The Tambourine Path. http://barbaragail.com

In this episode I  begin with the feeling of stepping through the 11:11 Gate Way Portal into the inspiration of synchronicity.  Each year there's an opportunity to use the energetic frequency of 11:11 to see our lives in a more expanded way.This double 1 resonates with being awaken to the potential that is revealed in our astrology and life map/blueprint.  Specially,  I talk about how  11:11 2021  has and is providing a pathway for a deeper re-emergence of the Divine Feminine archetype through recognition of frame drum pioneer and innovator.  Why is this important?The energy of the 11:11 gateway gives an entry point for shifts in consciousness.  In this episode,  I share just a highlight about  the amazing life  of the late Layne Redmond,  who wrote the now famous book,  "When Women Were Drummers: A Spiritual History[Herstory] of Rhythm".   Even though Layne past away in 2013, her legacy and lineage as master drummer, visionary priestess, ritualist, and wisdom teacher, is still bringing  a message from the ancient temple priestessess/drummers to modern women drummers in the Present time.  Layne Redmond  is being inducted into the "Hall of Fame", within the Percussive Arts Society International Convention".   During here lifetime, she brought acknowledgement and recognition of the importance of the drum in the life of women all over the world, particularly in sacred rituals, ceremonies, and connections to daily life.  In this episode, I refer to one of Layne's  students, Barbara Gail,  now a master drummer, ritualist,  and teacher in her own right.  She will be leading a  tambourine ( frame drum) processional during the induction ceremony.   Whether you are a drummer, or just  listening to  this 11:11 episode because you are inquisitive about the power of drumming, I hope you will use this "gateway" portal to send a vibration of acknowledgement for "light" of Awakening that Layne Redmond left.  11:11, is a time to listen and be open to the messages and intuitive insights that can change the total direction of  one's life.  As we walk through this "Gateway" we each have an opportunity to meet our true Soul's Way.  So Be It.Places to Connect:https://www.facebook.com/events/1057389668370173?active_tab=abouthttps://soulsoundinsights.teachable.com/https://www.soulsoundinsights.com/https://www.pianofunplayer.com/https://sounds-symbols-alchemy.mn.co/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuMBNKINmOg Original Music, "Calling the Wild" by M. Ruth McCants 

Marla Leigh Goldstein is one of the few female professional frame drummers in the world today. She is a Grammy-nominated percussionist and flautist, and an internationally-recognized educator, performer and composer.   As a classically trained-musician, Marla began playing at the age of three and never stopped. With a BFA and MFA in Percussion from California Institute of Arts, she studied under the great percussion masters Glen Velez, John Bergamo, Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, Randy Gloss and Layne Redmond. Marla is passionate about exploring rhythm from different cultures around the world. She loves bringing people together and sharing through the universal language of rhythm. Marla is CEO of Frame Drum Academy. She also created her own line of signature frame drums with the Cooperman Company. Marla also serves as an artist and advisor for the #hitlikeagirl Drum Summit. She released her own long-awaited debut album and music video in May 2020. Rhythms of Tof Miriam was recorded in Israel and brings together many exceptional artists, including acclaimed Israeli oudist Yair Dalal. Rhythms of Tof Miriam: Official Music Video https://youtu.be/Cf6KM7UY8Zw Marla has shared the stage with artists such as Grammy Winner Percussionist, Glen Velez, John Bergamo, Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, Trichy Sankaran, Poovalar Srinivasaan, Alfred Ladzekpo Nyomen Wenten, Craig Taubman, Josh Nelson, Hand's Onsemble, Jai Uttal, Donna Delory, Joey Lugassy, Saul David Raye, and Suzanne Sterling. Marla received a Bachelor and Master Degrees in Flute, Percussion and Composition from California Institute of the Arts, and has also studied at Ali Akbar College in San Rafael and at the Bhavan Center in London, England. https://framedrumacademy.marlaleigh.com/ Natalie Brown: http://www.soundshealstudio.com http://www.facebook.com/soundshealstudio http://www.youtube.com/soundshealstudio http://www.instagram.com/nataliebrownsoundsheal Music by Natalie Brown, Hope & Heart http://www.youtu.be/hZPx6zJX6yA This episode is sponsored by The OM Shoppe & Spa. The OM Shoppe & Spa offers a vast array of Sound Healing and Vibrational Medicine tools for serious professionals and for those ready to make sound and vibration part of their ongoing lifestyle. More and more we are coming to understand that our individual wellness is a direct reflection of our personal vibration. How we care for ourselves, our physical bodies, our minds and our spirits. The OM Shoppe is ready to help you today in a variety of ways. They offer the countries largest showroom of Quartz Crystal Singing bowls, sound healing instruments and vibrational medicine tools. If you are ready to uplevel your sound healing practice The OM Shoppe is a great place to get guidance and direction. They are available to consult with you directly by phone or you can shop online. They really enjoy getting to know their clients and customers one on one to better help recommend the right sound healing tools in the right tones for you. Call them today or visit them at http://www.theomshoppe.com. If you are ever near Sarasota, Florida, do consider stopping in and visiting with them or enjoy a luxury spa treatment such as sound healing, energy work, massage, vibroacoustics or hypnotherapy. They truly offer a full holistic experience for practitioners and those seeking healing through natural means.

It was a real pleasure chatting with Steve and hearing his insights on life and music as one who has spent a lifetime devoted to his craft. Steve Gorn is a master bamboo flautist and saxophone player who is featured on Grammy nominated cds by Paul Simon, Glen Velez, Jack DeJohnette, Paul Winter, Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Tony Levin, Adam Rudolph, Layne Redmond, Richie Havens, Alessandra Belloni, Badal Roy, Simon Shaheen, Deepak Chopra, Robert Bly, Coleman Barks, and numerous Indian musicians. Connect with Steve via his website - https://stevegorn.com/ The World Music Podcast Jingle- composed by Will Marsh featuring musicians Josh Mellinger (tabla) and Misha Khalikulov (cello). Do you know someone who would enjoy this Podcast? Please take a moment to share and spread the inspiration! COPY THIS LINK TO SHARE! https://anchor.fm/will-marsh This is a master link that allows you to choose which platform to listen on. See Below for more offerings from your host, Will Marsh. “Raga for All Instruments” is an online course for musicians/vocalists from any musical background with a desire to explore the magic of Hindustani Raga music. Begin your raga journey now! The first four lesson videos of this course are free. https://willmarshmusic.thinkific.com/courses/raga-for-all-instruments Visit my website to connect with me - https://willmarshmusic.com/ Check out my original world-inspired music - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/willmarsh/the-integration Book a lesson with me https://www.willmarshmusic.com/product-category/lessons/ For the finest electric sitar on the market, travel sitars and tanpuras visit - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/shop/ To access written transcriptions of these episodes, go to my blog - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/blog/ Visit my youtube channel for free lesson and music performance videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/WillMarsh Become a Patron and receive exclusive access to patron only content - https://www.patreon.com/WillMarsh?fan_landing=true --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/will-marsh/support

Rebecca shares her deep, beautiful understanding of and connection to the sacred, etheric medicine of the bee and reminds us of the role the bee - and the bee hive - play in Gaia consciousness. She also describes an incident from early childhood, where she was swarmed on and stung by dozens of bees kept by her father, and how she later on came to realise that this was an early initiation onto the Bee Priestess Path. Rebecca talks passionately about goddesses that are specifically related to the bee and the huge impact Layne Redmond (author of "When Women Were Drummers") has had on her path. She also ventures into Mayan history and chats about her devotion to the unique Melipona bee and its significance for the Mayans.Rebecca's gift, Melipona Bee class taught for the College of the Melissae: https://www.wevideo.com/view/21611053122To interact with Rebecca, Emmi and like-minded listeners, join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredFemininePowerPodcastTo treat Emmi to a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/FemininePower

Per millenni, i tamburi sacri del Mediterraneo precristiano e dell'Asia occidentale sono stati suonati da donne. Le percussioniste #sacerdotesse​ erano le custodi delle tradizioni spirituali delle prime civiltà e detenevano le chiavi per sperimentare il divino attraverso il ritmo. Sono rimaste al centro del culto della #Dea​ fino all'ascesa del patriarcato e alla conseguente perdita del tamburo come mezzo di illuminazione spirituale. Con saggezza e passione, Redmond racconta il profondo legame della nostra specie con il tamburo, il primo suono ispirato dal battito del cuore della madre, che fa parte del nostro patrimonio inseparabile di musica e spiritualità, oggi rivendicato dalle donne di tutto il mondo. Il testo incoraggia uomini e donne a ristabilire legami ritmici con se stessi, gli altri e la natura attraverso il potere del #tamburo​. ❓ Se vuoi far domande scrivile nei commenti! Aperitivo con i Tarocchi ha 3 obiettivi principali:

C'est une anonyme de 62 ans qui témoigne de la relation ambivalente et changeante qu'elle a entretenue avec ses seins tout au long de sa vie. Elle nous rappelle l'importance du choix, qui s'est traduit chez elle par le choix de ne pas allaiter et celui de procéder à une opération mammaire, afin de retrouver une relation harmonieuse avec ses seins. Ressource citée dans l'épisode : - "La femme tambour", Layne Redmond, ed. Leduc- "The Womanhood Project", projet réalisé par Cassandra Cacheiro et Sara Hini. - "Le poids des seins”, documentaire réalisé par Kristen Vermilyea, ARTE. - "Let's talk about tits", SOMOS WE ARE. Ce podcast, je l'ai créé pour faire circuler l'expérience des femmes, leurs vécus et leurs cheminements, pour que vous puissiez gagner du temps sur les thématiques qui vous intéressent ou vous préoccupent. J'aimerais beaucoup avoir vos retours sur cet épisode et sur tous les autres, savoir ce qui vous a plu ou manqué, et ce que vous aimeriez explorer ou entendre.Écrivez-moi sur Instagram, je suis toujours très heureuse de vous lire et d'échanger avec vous !Je facilite aussi régulièrement des cercles de parole sur le sujet du corps, mais aussi sur la colère, l'amitié entre femmes ou l'intime. Toutes les infos sont sur le site.Pour me raconter votre histoire, écrivez moi à aurelie@ceciesttoncorps.comTexte, voix, réalisation, production, montage : Aurélie DoréMixage : Roger MiddenwayMusique originale : WasaruIllustration : Bertille de Salins Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Line, 22 ans, nous décrit l'évolution de ses seins et de ses sensations pendant son cycle et nous confie la puissance que lui inspire sa poitrine. Son récit nous conforte dans l'idée que les chemins de l'émancipation sont aussi corporels. Il nous invite ainsi à questionner les normes qui entourent les seins des femmes et à incarner le changement que l'on veut voir en renouant avec notre corps et nos envies propres. Ressource citée dans l'épisode : - "La femme tambour", Layne Redmond, ed. Leduc- "Femmes qui courent avec les loups", Clarissa Pinkola Estés, ed. Grasset- "Elles font l'art", MOOC du Centre Pompidou Ce podcast, je l'ai créé pour faire circuler l'expérience des femmes, leurs vécus et leurs cheminements, pour que vous puissiez gagner du temps sur les thématiques qui vous intéressent ou vous préoccupent. J'aimerais beaucoup avoir vos retours sur cet épisode et sur tous les autres, savoir ce qui vous a plu ou manqué, et ce que vous aimeriez explorer ou entendre.Écrivez-moi sur Instagram, je suis toujours très heureuse de vous lire et d'échanger avec vous !Je facilite aussi régulièrement des cercles de parole sur le sujet du corps, mais aussi sur la colère, l'amitié entre femmes ou l'intime. Toutes les infos sont sur le site.Pour me raconter votre histoire, écrivez moi à aurelie@ceciesttoncorps.comTexte, voix, réalisation, production, montage : Aurélie DoréMixage : Roger MiddenwayMusique originale : WasaruIllustration : Bertille de Salins Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

El disco "El agua de la Alhambra" de Eduardo Paniagua es una maravilla. Se publicó en 2001. Recoge sonidos del agua que corre por el monumento como interludios de una música andalusí excepcional. Los intérpretes son Eduardo a las flautas y El Arabí Trio, a saber, El Arabi Serghini, Jamal Eddine y Larbi Akrim. Los poemas son de Ibn Al-Jatib, que vivió entre 1313, (Loja) y 1374, (Fes). El disco está dividido en dos partes, dedicadas una a los jardines de la Alhambra y la otra a los del Generalife. Oimos la primera integra. Luego vamos con el primer disco de la Orquesta de las Nubes, trío madrileño formado por María Villa, Suso Saiz y Pedro Estevan. En 1983 publicaron el primero de sus tres discos titulado "Me paro cuando suena". El salto estético es fenomenal pero los músicos estaban en el mismo círculo de amistades y se relacionaban entre sí. Generaron otra Movida de vanguardia paralela a la Pop, para mi mucho más interesante y creativa, aunque no desprecio la otra. Oímos 3 canciones con la promesa de que mañana rescataremos el resto del vinilo entero. Continúo con Música Esporádica nombre que inventaron los tres componentes de la Orquesta de las Nubes cuando se les unió Glen Velez, el maestro de la pandereta norteamericana, Layne Redmond y el guitarrista Miguel Herrero. Fue, efectivamente, algo esporádico. Editaron solo un elepé en 1985, del que oímos un tema. Mañana oiremos otro Escuchar audio

Mickey Hart, Arthur Hull, Babatunde Olatunji, Glen Velez and Layne Redmond are just a few prominent names of the REMO drum family, to which I also proudly belong. Remo Belli, founder of the REMO company was a pioneer in bringing awareness to the importance of drumming and rhythm for wellbeing, health and creativity. This episode highlights his lifetime achievement.

http://heleniqa.com Heleniq Argyrou (M.A.) is an expert in inspiring and actualizing human potential, an innovative clinical psychologist, sound and drum therapist, corporate and group organizational trainer and facilitator. Heleniq is a 'flow' state expert having explored the neuroscientific bounds of peak performance. As a drummer reaching peak states, she was initially self trained and later trained by world renowned percussionists Layne Redmond, Rowan Storm and Master Zohar Fresco, on frame and tambourine and in djembe Arthur Hull teambuilding drum circle methods.

  Helen Hodgson, creator of Transformational Goddess Retreats, provides a rich education in the transformative power of mentoring with Goddesses. As well as sharing her own transformative journey with Aphrodite to the path of self-love. Our discussion brought us to the wisdom and work of Mirabai Starr, Layne Redmond, Jean Shinoda Bolen and Hildegard de Bingen as well as the Goddesses -  Aphrodite, Kali, Sekhmet, Mary Magdalene. Helen offers an in depth look at a powerful tool for transformation, empowerment and remembrance - the Frame Drum - the oldest archetypal instrument used by women.  Lastly, we explore the power and possibility of Menopause.   For more information and your Free Gift: https://transformationalgoddessretreats.com

Jaime Black interviews frame dummer Miranda Rondeau about the Frame Drum, her experience studying with Layne Redmond and her own personal journey. Find more about Miranda Rondeau and her offerings at http://mirandarondeau.com @Miranda Rondeau's Music Page on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/MirandaRondeauMusic/ Find more info on Jaime Black and her offerings at www.jaimeblack.com All Music written, and performed by Jaime Black. The show's theme song Sands of Time can be found on The Wishing Well album Instagram www.jaimeblackmusic.com   Support this Podcast and the music at www.patreon.com/jaimeblack   

Special Broadcast Series this month, Gone But Never Forgotten: Their Voices Live On, paying tribute to our deceased foremothers and wayshoweres who have contributed so much to our world.  Tonight we honor Layne Redmond, author of When the Drummers Were Women and famous musician.

Know the entire universe as a vast arena within which your mind can play endlessly. Playing, let your awareness be everywhere at once. Planets, stars, swirling galaxies, and all of the subatomic motes are dancing with you. Enter the Rhythm. Descend into the Space between beats. Dissolve into intimacy with the Dancing One. –The Radiance Sutras. The universe has been at play since the beginning of time. You are her partner. Every element, the seen, the unseen, the manifested, the un-manifested, the obvious, and the subtle, are waiting for your hand. You don’t have to “do” anything special to be at play, only to surrender to your natural way of being. A good game is enjoyed equally by all, win or loose, rise or fall. The game is life and playfulness is one path to victory. It’s the playful ones who never loose. They know it’s not about holding a trophy when the game is over. They are winning every moment they are awake, thankful for this life and forever amazed at the beauty that surrounds them. A playful moment is a cherished moment. Seek out opportunities to dance with the Divine. Your life is forever creating itself and you are the sculpture. It doesn’t matter what others may believe about you. Dig into the earth and pull out handfuls of potential. Surrender to the beauty of the moment. Let your awareness be with the planets and the stars. Find inspiration in their endless dance as you sense the space around your bones and the stillness around your being. A child’s work is his play. Children have no riches, yet they are rich with playful spirit and find beauty in all its forms. Life is beautiful and full when remember to dance and sing without judgment. The ego-mind is not needed in matters of spirit. To embody spirit is enough. Life is shaped in the pauses between the peaks. Set your sights on lofty goals but remain aware of every step. Fall into the space between the beats. The Enlightening ones join the dance without hesitation. They have accepted this gift without hesitation. They don’t understand why so many choose to stand idle, casting down judgments and the entire time, missing the party. Forget how to judge, how to shame, how to point your finger at others. Point it into the sky and say, “I am the Universe and the universe is beautiful!” When you remember that “you” are not a thing or an object, but a “playful awareness,” a “pure consciousness,” you step onto the enlightening path. Pause for a quite moment. Imagine all the subatomic particles that constitute your body, dancing together, creating and recreating your physical being. Your inner body is a beautiful dance. Can you sense it? Feel the pulse of life, the energy of beingness. This is the ultimate game being played out in the vast arena we call the Universe. The manifested world gives you an opportunity to witness it. Can you allow it to be beautiful? Beauty is everywhere there is someone to notice it. It’s created with beautiful thoughts and actions. An unselfish act, a tender moment between strangers–this is how the Dancing One celebrates. Have you noticed how full of beauty YOU are, Beautiful One? YOU are what happens when the Universe dances. Look no further. YOU are evidence of the Divine. It’s not important that other people approve or agree with what you find beautiful or the way you choose to express your playfulness. It’s in the creation of art that the artist finds pleasure. Don’t you see? You are the universe at play. Know that whatever people think about you, is a reflection of how they see the world and themselves. Perhaps they are afraid to show their playful side. Show them how to surrender to beauty. Music by Layne Redmond, Greg Ellis, and Azam Ali. Opening Passage from the Radiance Sutras by Lorin Roche, Ph.D. Artwork by Cameron Grey.

Artwork by Cameron Grey Kindness is the Light that dissolves all walls between Souls, families and nations. - Paramahansa Yogananda We are born into family. No human bonds are stronger, more important to our survival, and longer lasting. Throughout history, people all over the world value the importance of family. Some have even called it the nucleus of civilization. If family is at the core of civilization, and kindness is the light that dissolves all walls between Souls, Families, and Nations, then logically, it is in our best interest to exercises kindness at every opportunity. Many of us are most kind and tolerant with our immediate family members, even if we might choose otherwise should they be strangers, then to our extended family, then to our religious or spiritual family, our social or ethic group family and so on. As relationships move farther away from the nucleus; however, so do our levels of tolerance and kindness. Generally speaking, we are not as kind or tolerant with strangers as we are with our friends. In some instances, there might exist a predisposition for a lack of kindness towards certain groups of people, perhaps due to perceptions based on history or associations between a group of people and the actions of specific members of that group. For whatever reasons, people sometimes withhold kindness in situations where it is obviously needed. How can we step into the light of kindness and dissolve walls? It’s very simple: Treat everyone as if they are a member of your family. In the Hawaiian culture, this concept is called Ohana, meaning ‘Family.’ Many cultures around the world share this idea. It is up to us, as individuals, to create the reality of Ohana. One way to expand the kindness of Ohana, is to reframe the way you think about other people. For example, you may think of anyone who is in your peer group as your brother, sister, or cousin, rather than as a stranger. You may think of anyone who is in your parents’ peer group as Uncle or Auntie, and people in your Grandparents peer group as Grandfather and Grandmother, “Tutu” in Hawaiian. You may think of any child as your son, daughter, niece, or nephew. It’s not necessary to use these labels out loud. They can remain private and still be very effective in dissolving walls, reducing tension, and improving relationships. When you meet a stranger, think “hello, Brother.” It will change the way you feel and the way you treat people. If everyone practiced this, just imagine how quickly the world could change. The key is to practice Ohana, even when others are not. Waiting to offer kindness until you first receive kindness is not practicing kindness at all. You may offer endless amounts of kindness and never run out. Give it freely and your heart will open and be filled. It is that which we withhold that we often feel denied by others. When you meet a stranger on the street, be the first to offer kindness, to look at and greet them, to show the unconditional support of family. It’s not important that they respond in a way that meets your expectations. The scent of the rose remains on the hand of the one who gives it. Be the person who offers flowers wherever you go. Be the one who shines the light of kindness on everyone you meet and everyone you could meet. We are all one family. Let our actions provide evidence of this belief. Your practice: Treat every person you meet with the same kindness as you would your most beloved family member. Then share this idea with as many people as possible. This is how we get to live in the world we want. This offering is blessed with music by Layne Redmond, Greg Ellis, and Azam Ali, used with permission. Subscribe to and leave a review for the EVOLVE podcast on iTunes.

Tune in tonight as I chat with Noam Chomsky, noted philosopher, political critic, activist and long-time professor at MIT.  Noam has written extensively on politics, war, corporatism and the mass media.  Prof. Chomsky has been described as a prominent cultural fiture and he was voted the "world's top  public intellectual in 2005."  Topics might include:  His views on the role of feminism in today's society, government repression and our loss of civil liberties, including Obama's continuation of the Patriot Act.  What he thinks of the Affordable Health Care Act, his views on the distinction, if any, between Democrats vs Republicans. I'll inquire if  thinks Americans are being primed for a new war and what we as citizens can do to stem the tide of losing worker rights, voting rights, women's rights and the dumbing down of America. Crossing the threshold into the second half of the show, Layne Redmond, beloved drummer and author of the book, When the Drummers Were Women, returns to tell us about her new project  - the Sacred Path of the Bee and the awakening of Bee Priestesses in contemporary times.

When we suspend labeling, categorizing, associating, and judging, we open up the possibility for greater awareness of being. Being or "experiencing the now" is one of the goals of a medication or mindfulness practice. Wherever you are, you always have the potential for experiencing the world as it is and fastening feelings of wonderment and connectedness to all that is. In this episode, Kalani discusses ways to deepen your life experience by using your senses and managing thoughts that can distract you from reaching this simple and profound goal. Share this show with anyone you think could benefit. Music for this episode by Layne Redmond, Greg Ellis, and Azam Ali. Used with permission.    

Tune in tonight as I chat with Noam Chomsky, noted philosopher, political critic, activist and long-time professor at MIT.  Noam has written extensively on politics, war, corporatism and the mass media.  Prof. Chomsky has been described as a prominent cultural fiture and he was voted the "world's top  public intellectual in 2005."  Topics might include:  His views on the role of feminism in today's society, government repression and our loss of civil liberties, including Obama's continuation of the Patriot Act.  What he thinks of the Affordable Health Care Act, his views on the distinction, if any, between Democrats vs Republicans. I'll inquire if  thinks Americans are being primed for a new war and what we as citizens can do to stem the tide of losing worker rights, voting rights, women's rights and the dumbing down of America. Crossing the threshold into the second half of the show, Layne Redmond, beloved drummer and author of the book, When the Drummers Were Women, returns to tell us about her new project  - the Sacred Path of the Bee and the awakening of Bee Priestesses in contemporary times.

A special show interviewing Layne Redmond's project, Axe' Arixa: Dreaming Awake the Gods and Goddesses of Brazil, an illuminated film transmitting the dance, drumming and chants of the Orixas and their living presence in modern Brazilian culture. the tradition of candomble preserves the ancient role of powerful priestesses along with priests in service to both goddesses and gods.  The most oldest terreiros, spiritual complexes, in Bahia, Brazil are headed by priestesses. The music of the entire world has been invluenced by the music of Africa, yet the African religious traditions that created the source of this are suppressed and not recognized in the same way that other religious traditions are.  In the US it was stamped out as voodoo and devil worship, even as the rhythmic and remodic structures became the roots of jazz, funk, rock, rhythm and blues, and formed the heart of popular dance.  What would our lives  be without these rhythms?  Hear some here tonigh!

At the top of the show, Layne Redmond, author and drummer extraordinaire returns to the show to discuss her work, including her non-profit to archive all her slides of ancient frame drummers and her hope to create an online virtual museum of this work.  We'll talk about her desire to preserve women's history and make it available to women the world over. In the second half of the show, also returning to VSF, we have Ava Park, founder and center-holder of the Goddess Temple of Orange County in Irvine, CA discussing Transgender Spirituality..

12pm PST ---  Host MICHELE MEICHE shares her weekly Soul Insights, Meditations, Healing, Activation and Acceleration work for Soul Alignment. What is your Soul's Purpose & how can you actualize this? What is your role, your path, and what are the signs in your life and in the world telling you? Call in for channeled guidance readings, and psychic mediumship readings. Michele is the author author of the DailyOM course to Learn how to align to your Soul's Purpose and create from your Soul Blueprint  2012:  Navigate Through Your Greatest Soul Shift http://bit.ly/izvzS1 Call in and share your path of awakening and Soul Alignment. You may also email your questions to be covered on air at awakenings@selfinlight.com. The second portion of the show is Conversations with Awakened Guests. Michele dialogues with spiritual teachers, healers, conscious experts, visionaries, awakened leaders, authors, conscious beings and people of all walks of life that are focused on living consciously. This week's conversation is with ThunderBeat is a Native American of Choctaw and Shawnee heritage. She will be speaking about the Mayan Prophesy, the Shifts, Time speeding up and the Spanish/Mayan holocaust and codex's. ThunderBeat will share her magical experiences at the Mayan temples and her past life as a Mayan High Priestess. She has studied at the prestigious Eastman School of Music and with ritualistic/drummer Layne Redmond. ThunderBeat hs been performed with great late Mayan Shaman Jose Arguelles (The Mayan Factor) and she has been nominated for five Native American Music Awards. ThunderBeat is best known for her drumming but is also an award winning composer, a pioneer in sound healing, author and teacher. She has toured with international artists such as Robert Mirabal, Brooke Medicine Eagle, William Two Feathers, and Gregg Braden. She is a healer and psychic whose talents have been used to solve major criminal cases. www.thunderbeat.com

Tonight you get to meet Stavros Papageorghiou of Tetrakyts Films calling in from Cyprus to discuss Aphrodite and how she has influenced his life and inspired him to create this new documentary.  We'll be discussing this as well as his previous documentary project concerning archaeostronomy in relation to the temples of Aphrodite in Cyprus and how he is trying to get funding to finish this wonderful documentary that will shed light on the herstory of Aphrodite, who he believes is mysterious and misunderstood.  Stavros will tell us how Aphrodite is a way of life for him and many other contemporary people.  Hey, he doesn't have to convince us, does he?  At the end of our interview you'll be treated to Layne Redmond's music, Invoking Aphrodite!  Thanks Layne! In the second half of the show, the beloved Foremother of Circle Sanctuary, Selena Fox will discuss Yuletide Goddesses, Winter Solstice and the Pagan Roots of Christmas.

Tonight we're going to discuss the Sacred Bee - past and present.  At the top of the hour we have  Nancy Leatzow, yogini, healer, beekeeper, ceremonialist and shakta  discussing the problem of colony collapse as a response to patriarchy - which threatens bees on the planet and humankind's food supply.  Also, how the beehive performs as a matriarchy,  bees and honey as important symbols and images throughout the ancient world and bee priestesses.  We'll get into how the bee is associated with hallucinogenic honey and how the bee is connected to prophecy and altered states of consciousness.  All of this from Nancy and returning once again to the show a favorite of listeners and myself, scholar and visionary, Marguerite Rigoglioso, author of Cult of Divine Birth in Ancient Greece and Virgin Mother, Goddess of Antiquity.  We'll feature some music of Layne Redmond on the show honoring the bees and priestesses of ancient times.

Episode 71 is available for download.54:58 minutes 19MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What's your Favorite prop?Do you Use a dance name?The next question: How do you psyche yourself up (not out) before going on stage?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Introduction to Bellynesian with Sonia reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Ishq - Love and the Veil by Niyaz from the album Nine Heavens provided by Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Being in Rhythm: A Guided Meditation by Layne Redmond reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Show Update8)Podcast-safe music: Simun by Mario Aphonso III (aka MA3) from the album Arabesque 2 - Fire Dance provided by Ioda Promonet.

Known around the world, superb performer and author of When the Drummers Were Women will discuss her body of work and Bee Priestesses.