Podcasts about Maasai

"Hyena Signal (Industrial Drift) is an evolving piece born from a collaboration between Karhide and Deep Dive Sound, shaped around snippets of the recording “Maasai Tribe: Songs of the Widows.” The work emerged through a natural creative process, blending Karhide's post rock and drone influenced textures with Deep Dive Sound's nature immersed ambient layers and distinctive field recordings."Karhide created the first sonic foundations of the track through guitar driven textures and fragile harmonic movements, opening space for Deep Dive Sound to build a narrative through sound and atmosphere. Field recordings captured across Maasai lands allow elements of place, memory, and lived experience to become an integral part of the music itself."The result is an immersive sonic journey where ambient, drone, and ethnographic sound merge into a deeply organic listening experience that reflects both fragility and strength through landscape, memory, and voice."Maasai song reimagined by Karhide and Deep Dive Sound.

Explore Tanzania's vibrant Maasai culture and the ancient traditions of the calabash with our guide, Patel Mzee Patel. This episode uncovers the hidden stories and cultural wisdom thriving in the heart of Dar es Salaam.Join Obehi for a powerful journey into East Africa as cultural storyteller Patel Mzee Patel shares the profound significance of the calabash. From its role in sacred ceremonies to its use in daily life, discover how this humble gourd serves as a vessel for Maasai history, identity, and community connection. Patel shares his personal mission to preserve and celebrate the rich heritage of his people against the backdrop of a modern, bustling city.

Send us Fan MailJesus never waited for broken people to come find Him—He stepped directly into their pain, their struggles, and their desperation. In this powerful message from Luke 6, we see a Savior who consistently moved toward hurting people instead of away from them.Drawing from a recent mission trip to Kenya, this Pastor Krystal connects the ministry of Jesus to real moments experienced in villages, slums, schools, and medical clinics where people were searching for hope, healing, truth, and compassion. From the Kibera slums of Nairobi to rural Maasai communities and an Islamic girls school in Mombasa, one truth became undeniable: people don't need a distant church—they need a present Savior.This message challenges the Church to move beyond comfort and into compassion, reminding us that ministry begins when we stop expecting people to come to us and start meeting them where they are. Jesus cared about the whole person—physical, emotional, and spiritual—and He still moves toward broken people today.If you feel exhausted, lonely, distant from God, or desperate for hope, this sermon is a reminder that Jesus is already stepping toward you. You do not have to clean yourself up first. You are not too far gone. Hope is found in Christ alone.Support the show

In Northern Tanzania, a blood-red lake with a mirror-perfect surface lures birds to their deaths—then preserves their bodies as calcified statues. Lake Natron's caustic waters can burn human skin in seconds, reach temperatures of 140°F, and have a pH almost as high as ammonia. Yet millions of flamingos breed here, protected by water so toxic it kills everything else that touches it. When photographer Nick Brandt discovered the lake's shoreline littered with petrified birds frozen in lifelike poses, the world learned about nature's most beautiful death trap. The Maasai call the nearby volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai—the Mountain of God. But what lives in the water beneath it isn't divine. It's something that has been collecting the dead for thousands of years, preserving them perfectly, waiting for the next creature to mistake its mirror surface for open sky. #LakeNatron #Tanzania #DestinationTerror #CalcifiedAnimals #DeadlyLake #BloodRedWater #OlDoinyoLengai #EastAfrica #Maasai #Flamingos #NickBrandt #PetrifiedBirds #AlkalineLake #SodaLake #NaturalMummification #ExtremeLakes #GreatRiftValley #DarkTourism #HauntedAfrica #EeriecastNetwork #CarmanCarrion EXPLORE MORE SPINE-CHILLING CONTENT: Freaky Folklore: https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/freaky-folklore Carman's Crypt (Original Horror): https://www.carman-carrion.com/ Deadly Intent (True Crime): https://www.carman-carrion.com/ Destination Terror: https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/destination-terror SUPPORT THE SHOW: Patreon (Ad-Free + Bonus Content): https://www.patreon.com/c/CarmanCarrion Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/carmancarrion CONNECT WITH CARMAN: Website: https://www.carman-carrion.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarmanCarrion Twitter/X: https://x.com/CarmanCarrion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/ SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uiX155WEJnN7QVRfo3aQY iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaky-folklore/id1550361184 Your support helps bring you more terrifying tales. DISCOVER MORE HORROR: http://eeriecast.com/ https://www.carman-carrion.com/ THE CRYPT SHOP: https://the-crypt-shop-2.myshopify.com/ MUSIC CREDITS: Music and sound effects provided by: CO.AG, Myuu, Jinglepunks, Epidemic Sound, Kevin MacLeod, Dark Music, and Soundstripe.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Mother's Day! Today, we celebrate the women who have nurtured, led, and loved us. But today is also a special "one-off" bridge message as we transition from our "Unstoppable Acts" series. In 2013, Pastor Tom traveled to Kenya—from the dense urban slums of Kiberra to the lush mountains above Lake Victoria. In this message, he shares a "hidden chapter" of his journey and how it fundamentally shifted his understanding of God's heart for justice, generosity, and compassion. In this message, we explore: The Power of "Womb-Love": Understanding the Hebrew word rakhum (Compassion) and how God uses a mother's heart to describe His own. The Speaking Stick: A lesson from the Maasai warriors on dignity and giving a voice to the silenced. Does it work? Looking at the 2013 study on how child sponsorship creates a lifelong "Solid Rock" of hope. RESOURCES MENTIONED:

When Janet Maro started building training programs with farmers in Tanzania, she didn't arrive with a curriculum. She asked farmers what they knew, what they needed, and what they could bring to the table — and built from there. That instinct, to treat farmers as the architects rather than the audience, turns out to explain most of what makes Sustainable Agriculture Tanzania unusual: why groups keep meeting and planning years after projects end, why an organic shop opened in Morogoro in 2012 has since seeded eight more across the country, and why a conflict between Maasai pastoralists and smallholder farmers that had turned violent was resolved not through outside intervention but through a simple exchange of manure and crop residues, negotiated by the communities themselves.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!LARIS 2026Latin American Regenerative Investment Summit (Cumbre de Inversiones Regenerativas de América Latina). Be part of the movement that is regenerating the way we learn, invest, and live.Bogotá, ColombiaMay 12 - 14https://regenerativo.org/en/laris/ Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ Thank you to our Field Builders Circle for supporting us. Learn more hereSupport the show=======In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.

This episode of Engage and Equip features Zane, a missionary with Overland Missions serving among the Maasai people of Tanzania. Zane shares how God redirected him from a pre-med path at UW-Madison into full-time missions, and the remarkable things he's witnessed on the ground — from a chief hearing the gospel for the first time after 20 years of pastoring, to a woman named Rhoda who dreamed of Zane and his translator a decade before they ever arrived, to a man named Edward whose life was transformed overnight after years of addiction and spiritual bondage. He also reflects on what authentic, culturally-sensitive ministry looks like in practice — going slowly, discipling deeply, and trusting that locally-raised disciples will carry the work further than any outsider ever could.   Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church. Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcast Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night) Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

"Lo-Fi River Flow reflects the landscape, the people, and the life unfolding along the river's banks. The listening gradually narrows toward the movement of water itself, while remaining open to the presence of the animals that come to the river and live within its rhythm."The story begins at the edge of the current. At first the river feels like a distant presence — a continuous flow of sound moving through the landscape. But as listening deepens, the surface begins to reveal smaller events: water circling around submerged branches, sliding across gravel beds, whispering through reeds along the bank."With time, the river begins to speak in layers. Dawn arrives with the first birds calling across the water. The current shifts between calm and turbulence. Hippos move slowly through the river they call home, their bodies reshaping the surface of the flow. Further along the banks, baboons call across the valley in scattered groups, while distant Maasai voices occasionally rise and dissolve into the wider soundscape. At every turn, the river carries these voices differently."Gradually, more presences emerge. Animals approach the water to drink, to cross, or to rest along its edges. Their movements briefly intersect with the steady rhythm of the current before fading again into the surrounding landscape."What began as a study of water slowly becomes a listening to the life that gathers around it. The river is no longer only a flow of sound, but a meeting point — an ecological centre where movement, survival, and rhythm converge. In this way, Lo-Fi River Flow unfolds as a sonic story of the river itself: a living acoustic space where water carries both the voice of the current and the fleeting presence of those who come to it."Section of the river Lech reimagined by  Karhide and Deep Dive Sound . -------Flow is a creative exploration telling the story of a river through the power of sound. The project is a collaboration between the University of Padova and the University of Würzburg, with support from Cities and Memory. Explore the full project at https://citiesandmemory.com/flow.

Most grassroots voices are ignored in global climate politics — until now. Dorcas Naishorua, Miss Climate Kenya 2023-2025 and fierce advocate from Kajiado County, shares how her lived experiences as a Maasai woman are reshaping climate leadership from the ground up. Growing up as a pastoralist girl facing drought, water scarcity, and cultural barriers, Dorcas reveals how her personal journey ignited her passionfor community-driven change. She breaks down the false priorities of international conferences, exposing how billions are spent without real impact—unless indigenous voices lead the way. Through her story, you'll discover her unconventional path from fetching water as a child to becoming Kenya's first Miss Climate, harnessing beauty and leadership as tools for disruption. Enjoy and be Inspired

South African artist Kimberley Gundle who has lived in London for nearly four decades, is known mainly for her bold and vibrantly coloured drawings, prints, and ceramic portraits. In this episode, she talks about her love of colour, sketching daily on the London Underground, studying ceramics, designing rugs, making art from visiting the Maasai people... Continue Reading →

When we look beyond our ego-centered view, we see we're not separate from nature. Our survival, sanity, and meaning depend on recognizing the living web of life that sustains us. By tuning into the more-than-human world, we begin to heal the split fueling ecological destruction and remember a more reciprocal way of being. Artist and iconographer Angela Manno, creator of the Sacred Biodiversity Oracle, offers a profound invitation into this awareness through a deck of 36 cards portraying animals and plants from around the world. Her luminous paintings shimmer with quiet, radical devotion to the living Earth, encouraging us to encounter other beings and ecosystems as sacred presences rather than distant “resources.” Environmental leader Bill McKibben has described her work as “Powerful reminders of the beauty and holiness of the world we are destroying, and of our duty to protect what remains.”Angela Manno is an award-winning visual artist based in New York City whose work weaves together spirituality, ecology, and contemporary iconography. A Bard College graduate, she also studied at the San Francisco Art Institute and Parsons School of Design. She has also trained in Byzantine-Russian iconography with master Vladislav Andrejev. Her work has been exhibited at major institutions, including the Smithsonian, the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and NASA's collections. She is especially known for her series Contemporary Icons of Threatened and Endangered Species. She is the creator of The Sacred Biodiversity Oracle (Bear & Company 2026)Interview Date: 1/9/2026 Tags: Angela Manno, Thomas Berry, Byzantine-Russian iconography, Viso Divina, Maasai lion guardians, Jane Goodall, conservation, environmental stewardship, Sundance ritual, Sandra Steingraber, Art & Creativity, Ecology/Nature/Environment, Meditation, Personal Transformation

| This recording captures the Maasai people living in one of the most remote regions of Kenya, near the invisible borders with Tanzania in the Loita Hills. It focuses on various Maasai widows as they work, their movements intertwined with the melodic songs they sing in their native language. Their voices carry the weight of experience, tradition, and resilience, echoing across the village and surrounding landscape.The environment unfolds through subtle layers of sound. The rhythm of daily work, sweeping, grinding, and tending to tasks, blends naturally with their singing, creating a living soundscape where life and culture are inseparable. The melodies and words of the Maasai language reveal a deep connection to land, custom, and communal identity.The soundscape is immersive yet delicate. Each word and each note carries meaning, telling stories of history, survival, and belonging. There is no single focal point, allowing the listener to enter the world of the Maasai women as they experience it, a fully inhabited environment where work, song, and life coexist seamlessly.This recording is not simply of women singing while they work. It is a living portrait of a remote culture, capturing the endurance, traditions, and rhythms of the Maasai people in a region shaped by both visible and invisible boundaries. It preserves a rare acoustic glimpse into a way of life increasingly under pressure, offering a valuable record of human and environmental heritage.Recorded by Rafael Diogo.

"The moment I received the sound file, I was pretty assured I knew exactly what I was going to do. While the words of the tribal song change, the melody alongside the call & response from the widows of the Maasai tribe of Kenya spoke to me in its repetitious, looped like fashion, and as such, I wanted to treat the file a bit like how Reich did his seminal minimalist "Come Out" (1966) composition, and as such I looped, layered, delayed, and effected layers upon layers of the widows singing, slowly introducing further layers and effects as the composition's time goes on. "It has long been my understanding that African tribal songs are rooted in a deep spiritual connection with our planet, and the cosmos, and as such, I crafted an ambient drone from the NASA Sonifications of Galaxy M94, which by absolute serendipity paired perfectly with the song of the widows. "I've added an additional Roland SH2 synth layer, a slow attack and release sub bass, and a random arp on a Yamaha DS55 Music Box patch with some effects in tow to round things out. "The idea is for the music to supplement the layered, effected, and looped song of the tribe, but to never fully take over, allowing the backdrop of our universe to be the canvas the song of the tribe is painted upon."Maasai tribal song reimagined by Akira Film Script (Ryan Watts).

April's Sneak Attack!!! Bee Dinners and Continental Cracks in Kenya (Season 5 Premiere)Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: KenyaFacts: The Great Rift Valley, The Maasai, The Great Migration, The Masai Mara Animals: Elands and Little Bee EatersJokes: Lions and Bees!Links for Kids: -The Great Migration in the Masai Mara-The Maasai People-Little Bee Eater Facts-Eland Facts-The Great Rift ValleyMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ and sounddino.com-Flamingo Sounds-Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Silly Country Rhyme Song: BackgroundMusicforVideo-Pixabay Artists: Starostin; RaspberryMusic; Ivan_LuzanKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Check out www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks.© 2026 PowerMouse Press, LLC

"Decolonizing Love" is a social enterprise advocating for polyamory through a critical theory lens, examining the intersections of decolonization, desirability politics, and toxic masculinity. Millie Boella (she/they) and Nick (he/him), a polyamorous couple that live in Toronto, Canada, have been together for 15 years. Millie, of mixed Kenyan heritage with roots in the Dorobo, Nandi, Kikuyu, and Maasai tribes, has lived across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, before moving to Canada. Nick, originally from Montreal, is of Italian and Greek descent. Millie, a professional writer and artivist, has always embraced polyamory, drawing inspiration from their upbringing in Maasai territory. With over 20 years of activism, they founded the Toronto Non-Monogamous BIPOC group in 2017. Nick, who holds three science degrees and an MBA, became polyamorous in 2010. He is an executive, AI engineer and relationship coach with a strong background in volunteerism and teaching men to deprogram from toxic masculinity. In 2021, Millie and Nick launched "Decolonizing Love," which quickly gained significant traction, amassing over half a million followers across social media and earning features in major media outlets and giving keynotes at prestigious universities. Their work focuses on providing holistic support and peer counseling to make polyamory more accessible and inclusive. "Decolonizing Love" is a social enterprise advocating for polyamory through a critical theory lens, examining the intersections of decolonization, desirability politics, and toxic masculinity. Millie Boella (she/they) and Nick (he/him), a polyamorous couple that live in Toronto, Canada, have been together for 15 years. Millie, of mixed Kenyan heritage with roots in the Dorobo, Nandi, Kikuyu, and Maasai tribes, has lived across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, before moving to Canada. Nick, originally from Montreal, is of Italian and Greek descent. Millie, a professional writer and artivist, has always embraced polyamory, drawing inspiration from their upbringing in Maasai territory. With over 20 years of activism, they founded the Toronto Non-Monogamous BIPOC group in 2017. Nick, who holds three science degrees and an MBA, became polyamorous in 2010. He is an executive, AI engineer and relationship coach with a strong background in volunteerism and teaching men to deprogram from toxic masculinity. In 2021, Millie and Nick launched "Decolonizing Love," which quickly gained significant traction, amassing over half a million followers across social media and earning features in major media outlets and giving keynotes at prestigious universities. Their work focuses on providing holistic support and peer counseling to make polyamory more accessible and inclusive. Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@decolonizinglove Instagram https://www.instagram.com/decolonizing.love/ Substack https://decolonizinglove.substack.com/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@decolonizinglove Facebook https://www.facebook.com/decolonizing.love/  Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/decolonizinglove.bsky.social  Upscrolled @decolonizinglove This episode is brought to you by Olipop, a new healthy brand of soda. Go to https://drinkolipop.com/ and use code Marcela15 at checkout to get 15% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Shopify can help you take your business to the next level. Click HERE to set up your Shopify shop today and watch your business soar! This episode is brought to you by BranditScan, the best defese you have against social media fraud. Click HERE to get started with BranditScan today and get your first month for free. There is no better service to protect your social media accounts and your name and likeness. . This episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Click HERE to start exploring all the courses Skillshare has to offer, from drawing and music, to graphic design and marketing, start expanding your knowledge today. This episode is brought to you by Fiverr. Click HERE to start hiring professionals to help you in various areas and take your business to the next level. This episode is brought to you by PodMatch. Click HERE to bring your podcasting journey to the next level by getting set up's Only Fans  VIP Membership HERE Free Membership HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History interviews from the BBC World Service. Our guest is Paulina Guzik, International editor with the Catholic wire service, OSV News.We start in 1986 when Pope John Paul II visited New Zealand.Then, we hear about the reunification of Germany in 1989 from a key political advisor.How one Maasai community overcame a devastating drought in 2013.The recollections of one of the first people to walk the entire length of the Great Wall of China in 1984.Next, the first official penalty shootout in 1970 that changed football forever.Finally, we look at an essay published in 1999 that was an unfiltered look into restaurant kitchen culture. Contributors:Michael Jarka - a man who met Pope John Paul II.Paulina Guzik - OSV News.Joachim Bitterlich - a key advisor to Chancellor Helmut Kohl.Dalmas Tiampati - founder of Ildalalekutuk Maasai Action for Development.Yaohui Dong - one of the first to walk the entire length of the Great Wall of China.Frankie Banks - former Hull City player. Martyn Kelly - a football fan.Philip Lajaunie - Anthony Bourdain's former boss at Les Halles restaurant, New York.(Photo: Pope John Paul II blesses the crowd during Mass at Auckland Domain. Credit: Reuters/Luciano Mellace)

In 2013, after losing most of their cattle, a Maasai community in Kajiado County formed an organisation to protect their land and culture.It's called ‘Ildalalekutuk Maasai Action for Development' and was formed by Dalmas Tiampati.He tells Megan Jones how the aim was to help the community become more resilient and find ways to protect the culture. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about 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 how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Photo: Dalmas Tiampati. Credit: Maasai Action for Development)

Bright geometric shapes make the graffiti work of Kenyan artist Wise Two really stand out. Michael Kaloki tracks how his bold style is evolving as he travels to Mexico where. he says, street art is more widely accepted than in Nairobi, a city where he tends to paint murals in densely populated districts like Kibera and Jericho. On this trip to Mexico, Wise Two has started using a more varied colour palette and not just the traditional primary colours of Maasai masks he was known for. He is also using gold leaf on smaller canvases and abstract shapes on a tricky commission to paint cylindrical air-conditioning vents, not the usual flat surface which graffiti artists decorate. This episode of The Documentary, comes to you from In the Studio, exploring the processes of the world's most creative people.

What happens when you step completely out of your routine - and into the wild?In this episode, I'm back from my bucket-list safari in Africa with three unexpected lessons that HIT HARD. Between hot air balloons drifting with the wind, lions roaring just feet away, and a powerful human connection with someone from a completely different world, this trip became more than an adventure - it became the reset I didn't know I needed.If you're someone who plans everything, optimizes everything, and carries a lot of responsibility (sound familiar?), these insights might stop you in your tracks - in the best way possible.Today I'm talking about:1. What happens when you stop steering your life for a moment.A sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara delivered a surprising realization: sometimes freedom comes from not controlling everything.2. Why the animals on safari offered a masterclass in presence.Watching wildlife live moment-to-moment revealed how much we overcomplicate life and how powerful it can be to simply be where your feet are.3. The unexpected connection that became the most memorable moment of the trip.A quiet interaction with a Maasai guide named Dominic became a powerful reminder that human connection transcends language, culture, and circumstance.Inspired by the stillness of the safari, I made a commitment to myself:10 minutes a day of mindfulness.Not perfection.Not hour-long meditation sessions.Just ten minutes to reset, breathe, and quiet the noise of a world that often feels overwhelming.And the surprising part?It's becoming the part of the day I look forward to the most.So Thrivesters here's my challenge to you this week (pick one)Let the wind take you somewhere - leave space in your schedule for the unexpected.Be where your feet are - practice presence instead of constant multitasking.Seek out connection - because the most meaningful moments often come from the simplest interactions.Now go out there and thrive like you mean it.Looking for a little more inspiration delivered straight to your in box? Join the Hive! Inside the Thrive Hive, you'll receive:

Send a textToday, we discuss how to discern if we are hearing God or Satan.Check us out:https://www.graceintheshadowsor.com/drjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $600 more for this mission.)Support the show

Er ist laut, schrill und einer der grössten Influencer der Welt: IShowSpeed, 21 Jahre alt, 135 Millionen Follower auf verschiedenen Plattformen. Auf seiner Afrikareise durch 20 Länder wurde er von Menschenmengen empfangen – und von Politikern hofiert. Millionen schauten live zu, wie er traditionelle Ringer in Senegal traf, bei den Maasai die Viehzucht kennenlernte oder Berggorillas in Ruanda besuchte. Doch was bedeutet diese Reise? Afrika-Korrespondent Samuel Misteli ordnet ein, warum IShowSpeed bei jungen Menschen auf dem Kontinent einen Nerv trifft – und weshalb seine Streams auch in den USA das Afrikabild positiv verändern. Gleichzeitig bleibt Kritik: Dient der Kontinent dem Streamer und Influencer am Ende doch nur als Kulisse für Klicks? Gast: Samuel Misteli, Afrika-Korrespondent der NZZ Host: Sarah Ziegler Samuels [Bericht ](https://www.nzz.ch/panorama/ishowspeeds-afrika-tour-influencer-begeistert-millionen-ld.1922640)von der Afrika-Tour Lust auf noch mehr digitale Inhalte der NZZ? [Probier`s drei Monate aus.](https://abo.nzz.ch/25077808-2/) Informiere dich kurz, kompakt und fokussiert über das Weltgeschehen mit unserem täglichen Newsletter, dem [«NZZ Briefing»](http://go.nzz.ch/briefing). Jetzt kostenlos registrieren und abonnieren.

Most men over 40 focus on lifting weights and dialing in their diet—but still overlook a major driver of long-term cardiovascular health.  In this episode, Ted speaks with Greg Mushen about why subsistence populations rarely develop heart disease, how walking influences glucose and lipid clearance, what genetics reveal about individual risk, and why daily movement may matter more than extreme workouts.  If the goal is to protect arteries, improve metabolic health, and age with resilience, this conversation offers a practical, research-driven framework worth listening to.  Today's Guest  Greg Mushen  Greg Mushen spent his career in tech but has maintained a lifelong interest in health, growing up in a medical family. He became deeply focused on longevity after becoming a father at 40, studying subsistence populations and examining how their lifestyle patterns map onto modern mechanisms of disease prevention.   Connect to Greg Mushen  X:  @gregmushen  Substack: Dark Lab  You'll learn:  Why walking throughout the day may improve glucose and lipid clearance more effectively than a single workout  What subsistence populations like the Tsimane and Maasai reveal about heart disease and arterial health  How genetic differences influence lipid clearance and cardiovascular risk   The concept of "flux" and why matching intake with output is critical for metabolic health  And much more....   What Ted and Greg discuss:  (00:00) Introduction  (03:55) Meet Greg Mushen: From Zone 2 to 15K Steps (Why Walking?)  (07:28) Walking for Nutrient Partitioning, Glucose Control & Mitochondria  (15:25) The Amish "Natural Experiment" + Clearance Genes   (18:48) Genetics Meets Lifestyle: APOE4, Saturated Fat, and Personal Risk  (24:58) Diet vs Movement in Context: Maasai vs Tsimane and the 'Flux' Framework  (35:35) Athletes, High CAC Scores & Why Risk Can Still Be Low  (36:58) From Tech to Primary Research: How Greg Learned to Read Studies  (46:49) Calories, Appetite & Why Tracking Still Works (Even If You Hate It)  (57:23) Genetics, Methylation & Targeted Supplements (B12, Folate, Creatine, TMG)  (01:05:18) Final Thought 

Please enjoy this interview with Gene Ang, Ada Pfotenhauer, and Robert Urbonas.  Gene talks with Ada and Robert about their experience on the Kilimanjaro 2026: the Ascent tour.  They discuss their preparation for the trek, the highlights of the trek, their experience of the ascent night, the results of the descent portion, and their experience of the Maasai village.

Send a textToday, we disuss how to know when God is opening a door.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $600 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send a textToday, we disuss waiting.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $600 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss spiritual warfare - the breastplate of righteousness.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss addiction.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Catherine Mootian was just twelve years old when she underwent female genital mutilation (FGM), a moment that changed her life forever.Growing up in Kenya's Maasai community, she was told the cut marked her transition into womanhood. But years later, that painful experience became the driving force behind her mission to protect other girls from the same fate.Today, Ms. Mootian is the founder and executive director of AfyAfrika – leading the fight to end FGM and to help survivors heal.UN News' Assumpta Massoi began by asking Ms. Mootian about her childhood ordeal, and how it has shaped her over the years

Send us a textToday, we discuss ptsdCheck us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss spiritual warfare - the belt of truthCheck us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Konflikt um Land in Tansania – Am Natronsee in Tansania verlieren viele Maasai ihr Land. Neue Wildreservate bringen ihre Häuser, Tiere und Gesundheit in Gefahr. Geht es bei den staatlichen Entscheidungen um Naturschutz oder um Geld aus dem Tourismus?

Send us a textToday, we discuss the psychology of the 80sCheck us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss spiritual warfare.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1000 more for this mission.)Support the show

Ancient tribes stayed incredibly strong and almost never got sick by following timeless habits that most modern people have completely forgotten.I sat down with Hilda Labrada (aka Holistic Hilda), host of the Wise Traditions podcast (16M+ downloads), to talk about the real practices she discovered while living with Maasai warriors, Mongolian herders, Aboriginal elders, Quechua communities, and more.We cover the six free ancestral secrets she teaches for massive energy, resilience, and healthspan; things science is finally catching up to.Hilda shares raw stories from 100-year-old elders who said “we never got sick,” what really happened when entire tribes started eating modern processed foods, and why sunlight, cold exposure, real food, and deep human connection might matter more than the newest supplement stack."Modern science is catching up to ancestral wisdom." – Hilda LabradaReclaim your BIRTHRIGHT To Optimal Health, Fertility, and Wholeness!Head over to https://www.birthright.co/ and use HILDA15 for 15% off your purchaseSupport the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Mentioned in the Episode:- Wise Traditions Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-traditions/id1072618042  - Mother Code Course: https://www.holistichilda.com/course About Hilda LabradaHilda Labrada is an integrative nutrition certified health coach, world traveler, and host of the Wise Traditions podcast supported by the Weston A. Price Foundation. After surviving open-heart surgery at age nine, she dedicated her life to discovering what keeps people truly healthy. She has explored Mongolia, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Kenya, Australia, and Albania, living among indigenous tribes to document their ancestral wisdom and traditional food practices that modern science is only now beginning to validate.Connect with Hilda Labrada:- Website: https://holistichilda.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistichilda - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@holistichilda - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@HolisticHilda Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ DisclaimerThe content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified pr

Send us a textToday, we discuss anger part 3.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1500 more for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss God's view of slavery from Ephesians 6.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $1500 more for this mission.)Support the show

What if everything you thought would make you happy… still left you feeling empty?In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Female Voices: Life & Loss, hosts Teresa Reiniger and Wayna Berry sit down with Silvia Resnik, an internationally accredited coach whose journey through loss, depression, and spiritual awakening led her all the way to Tanzania — and back to herself. Silvia shares her experience as a lone-born twin, the grief she carried unknowingly for decades, and how encounters with the Maasai people profoundly transformed her understanding of healing, community, and purpose. Together, the trio explores grief, awakening, ancestral connection, self-love, and what it truly means to slow down in a world that never stops moving.This episode is an invitation to reflect, reconnect, and remember that even after loss, new beginnings are possible.We explore how grief, identity loss, and depression can become doorways to awakening. Silvia Resnik shares how discovering she was a vanished twin reshaped her life story, how her travels to Tanzania awakened a deeper spiritual connection, and how she is now giving back through her Empower Her Project, supporting Maasai women and girls. This conversation touches on grief, spiritual awakening, ancestral presence, cultural healing, self-love, and practical ways to live with more intention and meaning.

Send us a textIn this deeply moving and expansive episode of Soulful Self-Care Conversations, Pearl welcomes Sylvia Resnick, a life purpose coach whose journey spans continents, cultures, grief, healing, and awakening.This conversation explores what happens when success on the outside no longer matches how we feel on the inside — and what it truly means to reconnect with yourself when you've spent a lifetime wearing roles, expectations, and emotional armor.Sylvia shares her personal story of growing up as a lone-born twin, navigating lifelong melancholy, depression, and identity questions — and how her experiences in Tanzania with the Maasai people sparked a profound reconnection to joy, belonging, and purpose.This episode is raw, honest, and expansive — touching on grief, family reconciliation, spirituality, healing modalities, and the courage it takes to live an authentic life.Meet Sylvia ResnickSylvia Resnick is:Life Purpose Coach & Psychedelic Integration CoachFounder of Simple Life JourneyCo-founder of Empower Her, supporting Maasai women and girlsA global guide helping women reconnect with authenticity, self-love, and inner freedomInspired by her time living between Austria and Tanzania, Sylvia blends modern coaching with indigenous wisdom, embodiment, and deep inner work.Meeting Little Sylvia: Creativity, Melancholy, and the Feeling of “Something Missing”Sylvia takes us back to her childhood — a time marked by:Deep creativity and imaginationA rich inner fantasy worldA sense of not fully belongingEarly experiences of sadness and melancholyAs a lone-born twin, Sylvia carried an unconscious grief — a feeling of incompleteness she couldn't name at the time. Combined with her parents' divorce at a young age, these experiences shaped her emotional world and later struggles with depression.Despite this, Sylvia felt a deep connection to:ChildrenAfrica (long before she ever traveled there)A calling toward nurturing, teaching, and helping othersThough she became a kindergarten teacher like her mother, she knew something was still missing.From Achievement to EmptinessSylvia followed the expected path:Studied business and economicsEarned a master's degreeBuilt a successful career in corporate leadership and consultingOn paper, everything looked perfect — yet inside, Sylvia felt disconnected, exhausted, and unfulfilled.She shares a powerful truth:“I had everything — but I wasn't happy.”Multiple cycles of depression became signals, not failures — invitations to look deeper and ask:Who am I beyond my roles?What is my purpose?Why do I feel so empty despite success?Awakening Through Tanzania and the Maasai PeopleEverything shifted when Sylvia traveled to Tanzania and lived among the Maasai people.There, she witnessed:Deep community connectionShared responsibility and collective careJoy without material wealthChildren raised with constant presence, grounding, and belongingDespite having far less than the Western world, the Maasai radiated happiness, confidence, and self-acceptance.This experience sparked Sylvia's Follow Pearl onsocial media TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook: @PearlchiarenzaGo to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wsliving.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Remember to embrace your inner pearl, nourish yourself, and find balance in life. Staytrue to your authentic self and continue working on your personal growth.

Send us a textToday, we discuss Ephesians 6- A biblical blueprint for parents and children.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $4000 for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we continue our discussion on anger.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $4000 for this mission.)Support the show

Governo moçambicano anuncia falta de verbas para o 13.º salário. Funcionários públicos reagem com indignação. Cidadão turco detido em Moçambique após pedido de extradição da Turquia vai aguardar julgamento em liberdade, mas caso continua nos tribunais. No norte da Tanzânia, novas reservas de caça para turismo estão a deslocar comunidades Maasai.

THE RADIO VAGABOND (Season 6 | Episode 220) Trading Empty for Open with Palle Bo (Season 6 | Episode 220) [TESSA] Are you ready to flip the script on aging and discover a life wide open? On this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast Amir and I welcome back a true legend of the open road, Palle Bo. Palle is the definition of an “Open Nester”—someone who decided that once the kids flew the coop, it was time to open the door to endless possibilities. Known as the “Radio Vagabond,” Palle traded his secure life in Denmark for a global adventure that has taken him to over 100 countries. Whether you are dreaming of selling it all or just taking a longer vacation, his story is bound to inspire your inner nomad. You might assume that traveling the world requires a massive bank account, but Palle busts that myth right away. Back in 2016, after his youngest child moved out, he sold his house, car, and furniture to live out of a suitcase. Surprisingly, he spends about half of what he used to spend living a “normal” life in Denmark. He isn’t retired; he's a digital nomad who runs a production company from his laptop, proving that you really can work from anywhere—whether that's a cafe in Colombia or a road trip through Saudi Arabia. However, Palle is quick to point out that this lifestyle requires a bit of mindfulness to truly enjoy it. He talks candidly about “travel fatigue” and the importance of slowing down to “get the hunger back”. If he finds himself staring at a beautiful waterfall and not feeling the magic, he knows it's time to check into a hostel and do absolutely nothing for a while. As Tessa notes, meaningful travel isn't about rushing through a checklist; it's about staying long enough that the local coffee shop guy knows your name. One of the biggest fears Open Nesters face is losing touch with their children, but Palle's experience has been the exact opposite. He reveals that he actually speaks to his kids more now than he did when they were all living under the same roof. They think it’s pretty cool to have a dad out exploring the world, and they even plan epic meet-ups, like an upcoming road trip across the UK. It turns out that distance doesn’t have to mean disconnection; in fact, it can spark a whole new kind of adult relationship. Before you rush to pack your bags, Palle offers some honest advice: this life isn’t for everyone. If you love your own bed and the convenience of next-day Amazon deliveries, you might prefer a home base. But if you are curious, he suggests testing the waters by renting out your place for six months before burning any bridges. To hear more about his incredible journey—from Maasai villages to digital nomad conferences—be sure to check out Palle Bo’s own show, The Radio Vagabond Podcast. Safe travels! About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Send us a textToday, we discuss anger.Check us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $4000 for this mission.)Support the show

Send us a textToday, we discuss Ephesians 5 - what submission really meansCheck us outgraceintheshadowsor.orgdrjonathan@graceintheshadowsor.org(251) 244-4645*If you are searching for a clinical counselor and you live in Alabama, Idaho,  Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, or North Carolina, Dr. Jonathan Behler would be happy to see you as a client! He does all counseling virtually through a secure portal. He will also work with you on payments - don't let finances keep you from getting counseling!Donate to support a church/school multipurpose building and a motorcycle for the missionary to the Maasai tribe. https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/sc-africa-talley  (We only need to raise about $4000 for this mission.)Support the show

What if the "perfect life" is actually the most convincing hiding place for emptiness? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Sylvia Resnick, a fulfillment and purpose coach for high-achieving women. Sylvia shares how a lifelong ache for connection shaped her drive to achieve. The conversation also goes deeper into the tension between honoring cultural traditions and evolving practices that harm women, including the urgent reality of female genital mutilation and how Sylvia's organization, Empower Her, is working from within community partnership to create change through education, support, and empowerment.   What You Will Learn: Why "looking successful" can coexist with feeling emotionally empty. How early experiences of not feeling seen can quietly shape adult identity, ambition, and relationship patterns. The hidden motivation behind perfectionism: trying to earn love, belonging, and "enoughness." Why external achievements don't automatically create self-worth. How a single experience of deep community can interrupt lifelong loneliness and recalibrate what matters. What true connection can feel like in the body. How indigenous culture can offer profound healing while still containing traditions that require conscious evolution. A grounded explanation of FGM in the Maasai context, including the rite-of-passage framing and the high human cost. Why sustainable change must be led from within a community, not imposed by outsiders. How education becomes a protection strategy for women and girls. What it means to "bridge two worlds" in coaching: bringing connection back to high achievers while also resourcing underserved communities. How travel can become transformational when it's relationship-centered rather than consumption-centered. What a purpose-led business transition can look like when it grows out of lived experience, not branding. Connect with Sylvia Resnick Simple Life Journey EmpowerHer   Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343  Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

If you're lucky, the Divine spark of your Soul will one day ignite a passion within you. It will send you on the ride of your life towards your purpose. My guest this week, Silvia Resnik, is one of the lucky ones whose life mission became crystal clear on a trip to Africa and changed the entire focus and trajectory of her life. Silvia helps women break free from lives that look perfect but feel empty, guiding them back to authenticity, joy, and personal freedom. She combines deep coaching, intuitive insight, and ancient Maasai wisdom — teachings she discovered during her own journey of transformation in Tanzania.On this guest episode, Silvia shares how her journey to Tanzania transformed her life and inspired her work as a coach and to establish the Empower Her project: supporting Maasai women and girls affected by FGM and advocating for their rights. She speaks about helping women to reconnect with their authentic selves and step into their power through Soul Warrior, organizing transformational trips to Tanzania and Zanzibar, immersing participants in Maasai culture and personal growth experiences. There she opens the door for Women to learn lessons from the Maasai on courage, community, and living fully as well as simple practices for self-love, empowerment, and authentic living.Bio: Silvia Resnik is a certified Life Purpose & Fulfillment Coach and the founder of Simple Life Journey, a company that offers transformative coaching and authentic travel experiences in Tanzania.  With a background in early childhood education, a Master's in Business Economics, and years of experience in HR and entrepreneurship. Through Simple Life Journey, Silvia organizes immersive trips to Maasai bomas, offering travelers the chance to experience connection, simplicity, and community in their purest form. She is also the co-founder of EmpowerHER, a grassroots initiative supporting Maasai women and girls through health education, entrepreneurship, and culturally sensitive efforts to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).Links:https://www.facebook.com/silvia.simple.life.journeyhttps://www.instagram.com/coachsilviaresnik/https://www.tiktok.com/@coachsilviaresnikhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/silvia-resnik-7381609b/https://silviaresnik.comhttps://www.simple-life-journey.com

Kenya's Maasai Mara Game Reserve is at the centre of a legal battle over a new Marriott Ritz-Carlton luxury safari lodge. Why are Maasai leaders calling for the camp to be removed?Also in the podcast, we hear from Malian refugees who allege war crimes committed by the now largely disbanded private Russian paramilitary group, Wagner.And a tour guide in Madrid showcases Africa's influence in the city, that is hidden in plain slight.Presenter: Nyasha Michelle Producers: Joseph Keen, Sunita Nahar, Yvette Twagiramariya and Elphas Lagat in London Technical Producer: Pat Sissons Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

A Maasai girl grows up milking cows at dawn, walking ten kilometers for water, sleeping eight to a bed, surrounded by 38 siblings and five mothers who all knew her name and sang her song. Then she leaves for the city—chosen husband, three children, a laptop, shoes with zippers. Kelly shares Ndinini Kimesera Sikar's TED talk about living in two worlds and the question that haunts her: what do we preserve as we rush toward the future? In the village, mental health was strong because life included everything research now tells us we need—movement, nature, community, belonging. In modern life, we've traded all of that for autonomy and advancement, filling bookstores with self-help guides trying to teach us what we once knew naturally. As AI promises to manage even more of family life, Ndinini asks us to pause and decide: do we know what we want to keep and do we know how we'll protect it before the current sweeps us away? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trigger WarningThis episode includes conversations around trauma, sexual shame, chronic illness, and the impact of cultural conditioning on women's bodies. Please listen with care and self-compassion, and pause if you need to.In this week's episode, I share a story from my 40-day African safari — a trip that became a living initiation into gratitude, heartbreak, and grace. From walking through village roads to meeting the Maasai tribe and visiting the Maasai Girls Rescue Center, this experience revealed the real medicine of love in action.We talk about what it means to witness pain without turning away, how presence can heal the past, and why love — not money or words — is the most powerful form of service.This is a story of reverence, awakening, and remembering what it means to be human.In this episode:Choosing an African 40 day Safari pilgrimage instead of Burning ManLuxury Resorts to no power or wifi- gift of presence.Fullfillment through service and gratitude.Falling more in love with Naeem & his heart. Visiting the Maasai tribe village and bucket listWitnessing the realities faced by Maasai women and girlsThe 3-minute hug that healed my inner child. Resources & Ways to SupportMaasai Girls Rescue Center — Visit the website to learn more, volunteer, or donateMy Instagram post talked about in this episodeConnect with Josefina:Instagram:⁠ ⁠@Josefinabashout⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠ josefinabashout.com

  "Tomorrow you can... meet somebody, and your whole life changes. And that's so beautiful." - Silvia Resnik   Sylvia Resnik is a Fulfillment and Purpose Coach, focusing on empowering high-achieving women to break free from perfectionism and align with their soulful purpose. Deeply connected to the Maasai in Tanzania, she merges coaching with Maasai wisdom and leads initiatives against FGM while advocating for education and self-determination for Maasai women. Her transformative journey now enables her to guide others in achieving lives filled with freedom and purpose.   Episode Summary: In this episode of "All My Health, There Is Hope," host Jana Short interviews Sylvia Resnik, a renowned fulfillment and purpose coach. Sylvia's journey from a structured life in human resources to a transformative path of coaching, intertwined with Maasai wisdom, unravels a unique narrative. Her efforts focus on empowering women both in Western societies and among the Maasai, advocating for education and against female genital mutilation (FGM). The episode provides valuable insights into how Sylvia's experiences instill hope and promote self-discovery through empowerment and subtle transformations. Sylvia Resnik illustrates the striking similarities and differences between Western women's empowerment and Maasai traditions. She shares personal stories about discovering her identity as a vanished twin and the revelations that led her to Tanzania and her work with Maasai women. The episode emphasizes grounding practices, such as interactions with nature and meditation, to maintain balance in high-paced environments. Sylvia's storytelling combines with actionable insights to paint a vivid picture of creating community-focused changes and grounding techniques to foster personal growth.   Key Takeaways: Subtle Transformations: Incremental changes can lead to significant progress in finding personal and professional fulfillment. Community Importance: Community support plays a critical role in women's empowerment across different cultural settings. Grounding Techniques: Practicing grounding techniques like walking barefoot and meditation can reduce stress and enhance emotional regulation. Empowerment Beyond Career: Empowerment includes diverse lifestyle choices, not just career advancement, but embracing roles like stay-at-home parenting. Maasai Cultural Richness: The traditions and challenges of the Maasai people, especially concerning women's rights, offer rich lessons in cultural preservation and advocacy.   Resources: www.silviaresnik.com www.simple-life-journey.com info@simple-life-journey.com https://www.instagram.com/coachsilviaresnik/ https://www.facebook.com/silvia.simple.life.journey https://www.facebook.com/silvia.simple.life.journey     Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/   Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music.   Get the Best Holistic Life Magazine Subscription! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://bestholisticlife.info/Subscription Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/