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In this episode of Fostering Conversations, guest host Liz Rivera guides a powerful dialogue with Native leaders and advocates about the importance of culture, tradition, and belonging for Native children in foster care. You'll hear from: James Toledo (Utah Division of Indian Affairs) on how culture provides a foundation for resilience. Stephanie Benally (Native American Specialist, Utah Foster Care) on supporting Native children's traditions in foster homes. Craig Sandoval (Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake) on creating culturally responsive models for Native youth and families in urban Utah. Together, they reflect on the sacred role of clans, ceremonies, and language, as well as the ongoing significance of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in preserving tribal sovereignty and protecting children's cultural identity. Listeners will learn why everyday practices—from observing ceremonies to speaking Native languages—help children thrive, and how foster parents can honor and support these connections, even outside of tribal communities. Transcript: Liz: [00:00:00] On today’s episode, you’ll hear how cultural traditions give Native children strength and belonging, and why the Indian Child Welfare Act or ICWA is so critical , in protecting those connections for children in foster care. Welcome to Fostering Conversations. I’m your host, Liz Rivera, filling in for Amy Smith. We have a special episode for you today. We’re weaving together conversations with several native leaders and advocates here in Utah. Liz: Let’s begin with introductions in Navajo culture, introductions are not just about your name, they’re about where you come from, your clans, your language, and [00:01:00] lineage. First, we’ll hear from James Toledo from the Utah Division of Indian Affairs, followed by Stephanie Benally, the Native American specialist from Utah Foster Care, and finally, from Craig Sandoval from the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake. James: [Navajo Introduction] James Toledo James: and, and again. Thank you. I, I’m a member of the Navajo Nation and we introduce ourselves, sharing our clans. So as we probably will talk about this later in the program, our clans are a way to identify our family relationships, connections with others within our community. Stephanie: Hello. Thank you. I am a citizen of Navajo Nation. My clans are Red Streak people born for Bitter Water. My maternal grandfather is Mexican People clan, and my paternal grandfather is Red House. Thank you very much for the opportunity to participate on the podcast. Craig: Hello everybody, and wanted [00:02:00] to introduce myself and my native language. First [Navajo introduction]. Craig: So I introduced myself in my native Navajo language. Just wanted to reintroduce myself in English for all the non Navajo speakers. Good day to everybody. My name is Craig Sandoval, and I’m originally from New Mexico in a small community named Pueblo Pintado, New Mexico. So it’s [00:03:00] just west of Albuquerque, made about two hours. Craig: And my clans are Near the Water People. I’m born for the Mexican clan. My maternal grandparents are the Red Paint People, and my paternal grandparents are the Towering House People. And so that’s who I am, and that’s where I come from. And then now I’m here in Salt Lake working to provide a culturally responsive clinical model for our community here to bring the reservation teachings and bring them here into the valley so that there’s still a connection. I came to Utah about two years ago working with the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake. Liz: As Craig shares, , staying connected to traditions and language is essential for native children. Even here in urban areas of Utah where families may live far from their tribal homelands. James adds that culture, gives children a foundation to thrive. While [00:04:00] Stephanie reminds us how important it is for foster parents to support native traditions, sometimes through simple everyday practices. Craig: The Urban Indian center, the goal is to connect our community members and our families to. Our tradition and our heritage back home. And that includes providing dancers, providing teachings, providing a class to where they can feel home, they can feel at home.For me, it’s the language, making sure that I can continually speak my language. So with the Navajo language classes, it does bridge that. When we think about Utah Foster Care and our Native kids that are in foster care here in Utah, how do we continue to bring them to connecting with their tradition and culture? And that’s also our goal. Several months ago, the Navajo Nation did a resource fair and one of the division directors, Mr.Thomas, [00:05:00] Cody. Who worked very well with Utah Foster Care really emphasized that there should always be a connection to our Navajo language, to our Navajo culture, to our Navajo environment, to our Navajo values, even though we live in the urban area. Craig: That is absolutely true., And that’s how we’ll stay strong. And so during Mr. Cody’s speech, he asked those that have our children and Navajo, our children in their custody to reconnect in any way they can . That’s where the strength is there. And so we want to, as the Urban Indian Center, while we provide a lot of these events, demonstration classes on Navajo history, Navajo language, Navajo culture, Navajo dances, we want them to connect with our traditional ways in that way. Craig: And so that’s the goal what providing all [00:06:00] the classes that we do at the Urban Indian Center. Craig: It is very important to keep the culture whether something small as a bracelet, a necklace, that means a lot to a native child. growing up in a native home, there’s so many milestones and so many traditions that are celebrated. I wanna give a little bit of background on myself too, as well. I am Navajo, however, I do have heritage and lineage into the Hopi and San Domingos communities, and each one is very different. And I’m gonna give you a great example on this side. Craig: As Navajo, we are born into our mother’s clan. I believe that’s number one. When it comes to really being, I guess it’s a. Coming to the earth is that you’re given your first clan, you’re you. You hear your first clan and as a baby they tell you that your first clan is this. Your second clan is [00:07:00] this. And that’s the introduction to the land. Craig: That’s the introduction to the air, the waters, the clouds, the beings that are on earth. Your introduction. When I look into our Hopi side, we have a child is born and kept in a dark room until a certain number of days have come. They prepare, and within this preparation they do a hair washing and they wash the hair and say, you’re able to come to this land in this world. Craig: And then they go out early in the morning and they introduce the child to the sun And when this happens, they tell the child that, here’s the sun The sun will be with you throughout from day one to the day of your death. They’ll watch over you. They’ll look over you, and there’s that introduction to the sun. Craig: And those are some of the main milestones. And you have Santo Domingo who also wash your hair and receive into the world the [00:08:00] child. So those are your milestones. And when you look into Navajo specific, you then can go into, for example, everybody knows the first laugh You know when a child laughs it means that there is laughter in the world. Craig: There’s happiness in the world, and you might think about it as a child has no worries in the world, but that one laugh has given the world what we call, or what we would call happiness. That child brings that, and they want that happiness to continue within the family, within the world. Craig: And so those are some of the important milestones. And then you get to puberty, the milestones of the women going through the puberty ceremony cannot the the men going through the Sweat Lodge ceremony on that side. Craig: Those are milestones that you have. And then overall you have the weddings, and then you have other things that happen [00:09:00] and they’re all different. When our children go through these rites of passages, there’s other small ones in between, for example, piercing the ears. Craig: When we pierce our ears, it’s that now that the gods can hear us through that, we can hear them too as well. And so that happens at a young age, washing of the hair with different herbs so that we prevent sickness and illness and so that our bodies are strong. Craig: Being a parent of a native child and a foster care parent, these are questions that you can ask like, how can I support? And I know on the reservations there are families willing to guide. There are connections that say we can help with that because they wanna keep the child aligned. They wanna keep the child connected to the traditional ways of life. James: Culture sets a foundation really for any individual. I think looking at a [00:10:00] broader picture, we all were raised in certain cultures, whether that’s within a religious environment, whether that’s with our traditional teachings as indigenous peoples, or whether that’s just your own family traditions that we have. James: So when a child is raised with that culture intact, it sets them up with a strong foundation. So as they. Get older and they start navigating and, and experiencing life. What helps to give them some guidance as they are learning about how to be an adult and to different situations that you encounter. And because when we encounter difficult situations, you immediately go back to Those core teachings. So I think that’s the importance of culture in the context that I was using it, is trying to broaden that perspective to help listeners try to understand why Indigenous families want to maintain that cultural connection. Stephanie: So a lot of our native kids are being placed in non-native homes, and [00:11:00] providing that education for all foster parents is important. So they are aware of some do’s and don’ts, like for example. We had an eclipse and I shared the protocol what Navajos do for our foster families to ensure that the Navajo children followed what needed to be done during the eclipse. Stephanie: It’s just also providing that information, so if they’re caring for a Navajo infant, that they’re able to do a first laugh ceremony or get more information to be able to do that. I’ve had a foster parent reach out before and wanted to know what needed to get done and. Directed her to a Native Elder in the community who was able to help her with that. Stephanie: And so it’s just making sure that even though the Native kids are not in Native homes, they’re still being provided that cultural connection, even though it’s very limited. my hope is that sharing the cultural information, the foster parents will then share that with the Native children that are in their [00:12:00] home. Because it’s not just taking a child to a powwow or reading a book, but it’s the everyday living. Stephanie: It’s a discussion around the table. It’s going to an event with the family and seeing other people. Stephanie: One family was taking care of siblings from the Hopi tribe, and I was able to connect the family with resources so they would be able to go over the information with the children in their home. So hoping that will bring some connection while they’re placed in that non-native home. Liz: I think even the foster parents recognizing the importance of it. Liz: I mean, cutting over to what James said, I think the culture’s that it’s just like in our bones, it’s just how we live, and it’s so hard to. Apply that if it’s not really a part of you, but a foster parent who isn’t native, if they’re at least reaching out and they’re at least trying, that really does show that they honor where these children come from. Liz: In 1978, the Indian Child Welfare Act, known as ICWA [00:13:00] became law after decades of Native children being removed from their families and tribes at alarming rates. Here’s Stephanie and James explaining the history and purpose of ICWA and why it continues to matter here in Utah. Stephanie: Prior to 1978 and ICWA there was a 25 to 35% removal of Native children from their homes, and 85 to 90% of those children were placed in Non-native and non-relative homes. And so over that 10 year span, Congress studied the removal of Native children. Found that there was a need for the federal law based on the study and the testimonies from the families. Stephanie: The Indian Child Welfare Act is a federal law. It is the core of ICWA to recognize tribal sovereignty. It also recognizes the important roles that the tribes play, protecting the wellbeing of Native children. It also protects the children and parents’ constitutional rights. Stephanie: ICWA applies to children under the age of [00:14:00] 18. The child can either be a member of a federally recognized tribe or eligible for enrollment. Eligible for enrollment means that one of the birth parents is an enrolled member with a federally recognized tribe. Stephanie: Federally recognized tribe is a Native American or an Alaska native tribe entity that recognizes as having a government to government relationship with the United States. If the child is a part of a state tribe, they would not fall under the ICWA law. James: Well, as you know, with history of Native Americans, with our government, hasn’t been the best ’cause. James: You can go back to the boarding school era where children were forced to attend federally managed boarding schools. And the intent at that time was to destroy the culture, destroy the connection to culture, and so as kids were going through these various boarding schools, they were taught a different way of life and removed from their family and and [00:15:00] cultural settings. James: I mean, that’s a really brief summary. This could be an entire podcast series if we really wanted to dive into that history. But to go back to your point when it comes to the foster care system or why ICWA was created, as Stephanie had mentioned, there was a history of state child welfare agencies where Natives children were being forcefully taken from their families. James: In some instances, it was minor infractions. For whatever reason, these children were removed and placed into foster care. Some of them were put in through the adoption system. Hence, this was an ongoing challenge that many Native communities were experiencing and it, it caught the attention of Congress and there was a series of public hearings that Congress put on, and so this was an opportunity for those families to share their experiences and the challenges and obstacles that they were experiencing. James: Those testimonies are what led to the creation of ICWA ICWA [00:16:00] Was created to try to help to preserve that and to ensure that those cultural teachings would be able to be shared with future generations and to ensure that we as Indigenous people are still here. Liz: Almost two years ago, they tried to codify ICWA into state law and tell us a little bit about why they thought that was necessary. James: So Representative Watkins at the time was the lead sponsor of the state bill, and the reason this was being pushed forward by the tribes in Utah was because at the time there was a case that was going before the US Supreme Court. James: That was on ICWA So there was a potential that if the court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in this case, then they would have overturned the law. And those protections that are part of that statute would have gone away. And so there was an effort at the state level to codify the spirit of the [00:17:00] law, so to speak, and make sure that is preserved care at the state of Utah. James: There was a lot of support for the bill. We went through several revisions. The tribes were heavily involved throughout that process, but unfortunately it still ran into resistant in the legislature. James: It did not pass. I think the tribes are talking about reintroducing the law again, presently, the Supreme Court has ruled and they basically upheld. James: I think there’s a desire to learn. It’s a complex issue, and as you talk with people, you’re going to have to approach that in unique ways because it is a complex topic and it’s not a one size fits all, or my perspective isn’t the be all perspective out there. And so I think as, um, people are curious, I would encourage people to read up more about the history behind the law, why it became a law. James: Also, if they have further questions, if they [00:18:00] have indigenous friends or connections to that way, then I think it would be appropriate to have those conversations or try to educate themselves as as best as they can, and maybe contacting Stephanie at a public event or. There are ways to continue to learn and try to understand the purpose of the law and why many indigenous communities are fighting to preserve this legislation. Liz: Does the Utah Division of Indian Affairs, do they ever get involved in foster care cases? James: Good question. So my office, we are not involved in the child welfare process at all. We do get phone calls from community members inquiring, but we refer those inquiries to, uh, DCFS. So within DCFS, there is a, ICWA coordinator who works directly on these matters in these cases, and so. James: We would refer them to contact DCFS to speak with that ICWA administrator who can guide them through the process. [00:19:00] We do try to give them as much information as we can. We do share resources, Utah Foster Care and other legal services generally that provide legal assistance or can answer some of those legal questions. Liz: Of course, even with protections in place, the realities aren’t always easy. Many families, even in Salt Lake, may not have the resources to be near or return to their ancestral homes in traditions. And though ICWA cases can be complex, the goal is always to place Native children with family first or in Native homes whenever possible. Stephanie: Any time there is reason to believe that there is a native child when the investigation is happening and someone says, I believe my grandmother is a Native American, even with that reason to believe they need to treat the. Stephanie: Case as an ICWA case, so DCFS notifications will then go out to the tribe and then it will be the tribe who will then to determine if the child is a member [00:20:00] or eligible for enrollment. While that’s taking place, the state will then try to find a native home for the native children. So under ICWA there is a foster placement preference, and it would be family first, and then it would be with, um, foster parent of the same tribe. And then the third one would be from a different tribe. And then the last placement would be to any open foster home that’s available. Craig: there’s Craig: multiple reservations in the United States. And one that is particularly for the Navajo reservation. . So the Navajo people were put on this land, on our homeland, and it goes back to the history of how we have our ancestral homeland. Craig: Where we emerged, we came to our mother earth, and the deities at that time said, this will be where you will live. This will be your homeland. So our ancestral homeland became the boundaries, became the four sacred mountains. So we have to keep that in [00:21:00] mind. Craig: Before lines were made by the US government, there was our ancestral homeland, and the boundaries were created with four sacred mountains and with two mountains in the middle that serve as our central location. ? So that’s our ancestral homeland. However, during the 1860s, we were removed from our land and put onto a different reservation in New Mexico. , We were released due to whatever political reasons that was, and a treaty was formed. And with that treaty, what a struck of a pin, we were given four diagonal lines and said, this is your reservation. And throughout the next couple of years. With new presidents coming in and out of office with executive orders, our reservation grew, but it still stayed inside our ancestral homeland boundaries, and I think we’re grateful for that. Craig: Yeah, other tribe have different experiences. Some [00:22:00] did stay on their ancestral land, some did leave their ancestral land and put onto reservations. However, as the Navajo people we’re very fortunate to have returned and the government really accept that we return to our ancestral lands, we’re very thankful for that, that we return to our ancestral lands. Craig: So when I say reservations, and when I say on our ancestral lands, it’s where we call home. The land that we call home. The land that times the Navajo names. For example, our four sacred mountain. Craig: When we hear that, we hear home. A lot of our urban community members here in Salt Lake don’t have the resources at times, the needs or even the transportation to go home. Because you look at it, the Navajo nation as the almost from eight to 10 hours away, depending on where you live, and maybe even more. Craig: And our community members do want to keep that [00:23:00] connection. And the Urban Indian Center understands that. And I understand it because I was raised on the reservation and I, I moved to an urban area to where I don’t have the connection. Liz: The good news is there are resources right here in Utah for Native children. The Urban Indian Center in Salt Lake City offers language classes, cultural events, and outreach to help children and families stay connected. Utah Foster Care also provides similar opportunities from cultural education to community events like the Indigenous Foster Care Fashion Show and the Moccasin Run-in White Mesa. Stephanie: As I mentioned before, there is a shortage of native foster homes. Stephanie: Being very present in the community is important. Being at the table when it comes to policy making, meeting with the tribes and making those connections with the community is important. Stephanie: So they are aware that there is a need that. If they’re not able to foster, then there’s other ways to support our Native kids through the Cedar Project or provide [00:24:00] support to our foster families. And again, it’s just coming up with unique ideas of recruitment. We collaborated with James’ office in Ute Mountain Ute years ago and have an Annual Moccasin Run that we hold in White Mesa, Utah every year to bring awareness. Stephanie: And just coming up with different types of events who bring the community together to make sure that our Native kids have that cultural connection. And that’s why it’s important to be considered a, a kinship placement or a foster placement. Craig: With families that don’t have that tie. First of all, you have resources in your state, and some of these resources are at the state level. Craig: I know Utah. Does have the eight tribes in Utah. However, there are also the urban areas. For example, one can start from the State Department of Indian Affairs, and then Indian Affairs can guide you to other resources in the areas such as the Urban Indian Center. The Urban Indian [00:25:00] Center can provide many of those resources to as well. Craig: They can provide, this is what this tribe is, what this other tribe is, and how they’re unique from one another. What the Urban Indian Center and how it’s unique too, is also that they have employees that are employed from different tribes, so the navigation there also can span out even more. Sure. But. Craig: Another area is that each of the tribes have their own program. The social services programs, the tribal historic preservation offices, those are areas to where they like to connect the vital records departments. They will connect their, and we ensure that the Native children are connected to their native heritage and their native ways. Craig: At the beginning when a family is navigating these, it might seem like a very scary thing to do, but overall, the community the Urban Indian Center, they’re [00:26:00] open to it. They’re open. Which way do we go? How do we navigate it? Craig: And if we don’t know anybody there, you know, that will help you navigate. There’s always somebody that they will connect you. So I would really let the families. That have native children in their care to always reach out, Stephanie Benally is a great resource and she’ll connect you with any resources that you may have. And they’re always open to whether non-native, whether non Navajo. But they still have a Navajo child in their home. We encourage them to bring the Navajo child, their child, our child, to our home, their Indian center, and learn from us too as well, so they understand the importance of our Navajo culture. Craig: We have our main location, which is on 120 West, 1300 South in Salt Lake City, hours from eight to five. Our phone number is (801) 486-4877. And we do have a [00:27:00] team there. So if you have a question. Reach out and you can ask for me, Craig Sandoval. Craig: Or you can ask for our outreach department, Rhonda Duval heads that department. Everybody knows Rhonda. . We know her as Honey, but she’s a great resource too as well. Feel free to reach out to us so we can make some of those connections for you and support you as a parent, support you as one of our family members too. Liz: These are all ways foster families can support Native youth in care. As we close, our guests reflect on the great work of families that foster Native children, keeping Indigenous people and culture strong, and underscore the urgent need for more native foster homes in Utah. Craig: Thank you for the Utah foster care. Thank you to your team and also thank you to. Foster parents out there taking a new child, a Navajo child can have its challenges. It’s a beautiful thing too, as well. Craig: And we wanna thank you. I personally wanna thank you. We wanna thank you [00:28:00] and always remember that the Urban Indian Center is a resource. You can come see us at any time. James: I just appreciate having this conversation. I think it’s good to help your listeners understand this complex law, and hopefully this conversation today will give some insight and encourage listeners to learn a little bit more about this history and to try to better understand why ICWA was created and why many Indigenous communities around the country are working very hard to preserve this federal legislation. Liz: We hope today’s episode has shed some light on ICWA and the importance of culture and connection for Native children in foster care. To learn more about Native services at Utah foster care, visit Utah foster care.org. You can also connect with the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake, or the Utah Division of Indian Affairs for resources and support. Liz: Thank you for joining us for Fostering Conversations. Together we can ensure every [00:29:00] child in Utah grows up connected to the rich heritage of their roots.

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We're all about West Virginia love! Darin realizes he may have been a bit harsh in his comments about our beautiful Mountain State after getting feedback from a viewer. He's trying his best to make amends. By the way, Mike... seriously?Let's talk about kids watching war films and Game of Thrones. What are your thoughts?Ever thought of checking out a brand-new sweat lodge? Al's Lake House has got you covered! Stay tuned for more details.Don't miss this episode or you'll be missing out for the rest of the year!#LoveWestVirginia #Dunkirk #Valkyrie #GameOfThrones #ElfonTheShelf #StarWarsHolidaySpecialSupport the show

Vicki, Allan and Shawn bring on special Guest Rachael (A Real Bodice Ripper Podcast) to discuss the life of James Arthur Ray.We take a dive into his time as an Inspirational Speaker and the events that lead up to...the Incident. 

Healing Codependency is a six-part deeply personal podcast series that will offer you an intimate look at how and why I am the woman I am today. In this episode, I'll share how letting go of relationships as fix-it projects allowed me to have the Big Love. I cannot think of a time where having faith in love wasn't at the root of each of these episodes. The basis of my relationships before my husband were viewed as projects for me to fix. I thought my value was offering a way for someone to better themselves and earning love by being useful. Meeting my now-husband wasn't a “love at first sight” moment. I thought he was an incredible guy –– that wasn't my type. I illustrate our time in a ceremony where I witnessed him praying, a visceral shared connection in a Sweat Lodge… and the realization that I needed to end my current relationship. I share moments from our first date, including not feeling “good enough” for him, and how his emotional connection (to things I don't agree with or understand), allowed me to open my heart up. I recognize a level of presence and truth that allows our relationship to expand, even as it shifts from day to day. My husband has supported my sobriety journey, the challenges I faced with my brother, and my decision to become a Codependency Counselor. He provides me with unwavering acceptance and a celebration of who I am. A true, Big Love.I've learned that unconditional is my job to give to myself. We each have the capacity to know ourselves in order to clearly understand our own wants, needs, and experiences. In my codependency groups, I offer people some tools that may help them love themselves more and in turn receive more love in general…..which is the most glorious thing about being alive. All in together. All for love . All feelings are welcome. Thank you for listening and thank you to my podcast producer Media Midwife Ahri Golden for helping me bring my story to life. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, Player FM, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: My initial reaction to my now-husbandThe experience of witnessing my husband pray My feelings around not being “good enough” for my husbandOur marriage practice to love each other and leave each other aloneIndividual agency to practice non codependency in every relationshipNon codependency as a personal healing jobGet in touch: Connect on Instagram Learn more on my website Be the first to know about upcoming workshopsCredit:Sponsored by Supah Star Dark Chocolate Superfood Bars and

"James Ray's debut in the film, The Secret, thrust him into the spotlight. . . appearances on Oprah and Larry King Live... 'Tragedy in Sedona' is a behind the scenes look at the rise and fall of the James Ray Empire, through the eyes of an ultimately disenchanted follower. Connie Joy takes you on her personal and authentic journey-from being a devoted member of James' inner circle and Dream Team to...trying to warn others." ~From the Foreword by forensic psychiatrist Dr. Carole Lieberman Follow Connie Joy inside the seminars and once-in-a-lifetime trips to Egypt and Peru for an up close look at the transformative work of a charismatic teacher-and the underlying danger of mixing up the message with the messenger! In 2007, Connie participated in Ray's sweat lodge, a Native American ceremonial sauna meant to be a place of spiritual renewal and mental and physical healing. It turned out to be only a test of endurance for Connie and many of the participants. Her prediction that someone could be seriously hurt came true in October 2009 when three people died and 18 participants were injured during a sweat lodge run by James Arthur Ray and his staff. After injuries at his previous events, why didn't Ray get the message he was literally playing with fire? Connie and her husband attended 27 events over three years presented by James Arthur Ray, "Rock Star of Personal Transformation." As this book is released, Ray is charged with three counts of manslaughter and faces a criminal trial in Arizona as well as numerous civil suits.

The Armour of Light - Ken Follett  The long-awaited sequel to A Column of Fire, The Armor of Light, heralds a new dawn for Kingsbridge, England, where progress clashes with tradition, class struggles push into every part of society, and war in Europe engulfs the entire continent and beyond.  The Spinning Jenny was invented in 1770, and with that, a new era of manufacturing and industry changed lives everywhere within a generation. A world filled with unrest wrestles for control over this new world order: A mother's husband is killed in a work accident due to negligence; a young woman fights to fund her school for impoverished children; a well-intentioned young man unexpectedly inherits a failing business; one man ruthlessly protects his wealth no matter the cost, all the while war cries are heard from France, as Napoleon sets forth a violent master plan to become emperor of the world. As institutions are challenged and toppled in unprecedented fashion, ripples of change ricochet through our characters' lives as they are left to reckon with the future and a world they must rebuild from the ashes of war.    Rambling Man: My Life on the Road - Billy Connolly   Being a Rambling Man was what I always wanted to be, to live the way I damn well pleased. I've met the weirdest and most wonderful people who walk the Earth, seen the most bizarre and the most fantastic sights - and I've rarely come across something I couldn't get a laugh at. I don't think I've ever had a bad trip. Well, apart from in the 1970s, but that's a whole other story . . .  In his joyful new book, Billy explores this philosophy and how it has shaped him, and he shares hilarious new stories from his lifetime on the road. From riding his trike down America's famous Route 66, building an igloo on an iceberg in the Arctic, playing elephant polo (badly) in Nepal and crashing his motorbike (more than once), to eating witchetty grubs in Australia, being serenaded by a penguin in New Zealand, and swapping secrets in a traditional Sweat Lodge ritual in Canada, Rambling Man is a truly global adventure with the greatest possible travel companion.    LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 202nd episode of The Strength Connection Podcast, Michael and our special guest, Men's Leadership Coach Mike Salemi, will talk about the experience of being a new dad, the power of engaging yourself in self-evaluation, surround yourself with the right people, a coach asks the right questions, being a coach vs being a consultant, and more!Join us in this insightful and captivating talk! In this chapter, you will discover:(0:30) Introducing our special guest, Men's Leadership Coach Mike Salemi @mike.salemi(1:50) Mike Salemi is a new dad!(2:30) The Bulgarian Bag(3:00) “In order to be your best, you need to engage in regular self-evaluation.” - Mike Salemi @mike.salemi(3:40) Find out what's outside of your scope(4:00) Every Time I've been overwhelmed, I was escaping from something(4:20) “I've always done my best to surround myself with people that had something that I wanted.” - Mike Salemi @mike.salemi(5:00) “The best coaches I've ever had are the ones that didn't necessarily tell me what to do, but that provided questions for me to come up with those understandings on my own.” - Mike Salemi @mike.salemi(5:45) Let your clients find out the answers themselves(6:00) Coaching vs Consultation(6:30) Coaching is all about asking the right questions(7:00) “A good question can completely change the trajectory of someone's life.” - Mike Salemi @mike.salemi(7:40) Asking better questions is a skill you can develop(8:35) Go to Nabosotechnology.com Use the code CONNECTION for 10% off your purchase https://bit.ly/3PUZC6G (10:00) Tim Ferris @timferriss asks great questions(13:10) Let your children teach you(14:50) Being present is the most important part of fatherhood(15:50) A mother's intuition(18:40) Structure vs Intuition(19:40) The Yin and yang balance(20:30) Without knowledge, combined with experience, it's hard to trust your intuition(21:20) “Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.” - Carrie Campbell @carrie_campbell_wbffpro(22:00) Shout out to LeBron James @kingjames(22:40) Being creative inside the box(25:40) There are certain areas in our life that require attention and that we know are lagging or energy leaks, but somehow we've gotten really efficient in just looking past them.(26:40) Improving my relationship with money(29:15) This practice will change your relationship with money(30:20) Money for me represented the desire to be seen by my dad(33:10) Money is feminine(34:20) And advanced Kambo practitioner(35:00) How Mike Salemi's training has evolved recently(40:00) Sit at the dinner table and have a ceremony with your family(41:00) The Sweat Lodge(41:00) Ceremony of the relationship with food(41:30) Me and my wife live our lives through a series of rituals(42:00) The love we put into cooking our food(43:50) The feet, hands, and tongue are the most sensory-rich areas in our body(45:30) Do this ritual with the food you eat with your hands(46:10) Take a moment to be grateful for your food(47:40) Drink your food and chew your water(50:10) Where to find out more about Mike Salemi? @mike.salemi https://www.mikesalemi.io/ (50:40) Listen to Mike Salemi's podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-path-with-mike-salemi/id1643622665?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=lt_p (51:10) Join the Strength Connection Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/246922387454298 

Don't miss Ed Sims' powerful CEO story of shattering cultural barriers, helping thousands of employees, and inspiring an entire country.He discovered his airline's ultimate competitive advantage that ensured it survived the Pandemic and became a thriving organization. Ed worked and was mentored by Sir Richard Branson. He rose from airport check in agent to CEO of two major airlines. He was CEO of Airways New Zealand and Canada's top low fare airline, WestJet, which he led… …through the largest private equity deal in aviation history….through COVID-19…the worst crisis in aviation history.Now he serves on the board of KiwiRail and is Board Advisor for Virgin Australia.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardsimsCompany Link: https://www.kiwirail.co.nz/What You'll Discover in this Episode:His favorite lesson from working for Sir Richard Branson.The Blockbuster Deal he Negotiated on a “Shoestring Budget”His Innovation that Makes a 17-Hour Flight Enjoyable.What Your Authenticity Reveals Your Competitive Advantage.Why He was Invited to a Sweat Lodge and Presented with a Feathered Headdress .A Lesson Leading the Largest Private Equity Deal in Aviation History. Why as CEO He Often Served as a Flight Attendant (Not as a Passenger)The Strategy He Used to Save the Airline During the Pandemic. Losing an Aircraft - Insight for Leading in a Crisis.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl talks about her experience going to a sweat lodge in Mexico.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-quick-chat-84-xochitl-went-to-a-sweat-lodge/Social Media:Tik Tok:@atozenglish1------------------------Instagram:@atozenglish22------------------------Twitter:@atozenglish22------------------------A to Z Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/theatozenglishpodcastCheck out the Free Online English Lessons YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCds7JR-5dbarBfas4Ve4h8ADonate to the show: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/donationsRobin and Jack started a new You Tube channel called English Word Master. You can check it out here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2aXaXaMY4P2VhVaEre5w7ABecome a member of Podchaser and leave a positive review!https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-a-to-z-english-podcast-4779670Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.com.Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here:http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Intro/Outro Music: Daybird by Broke for Freehttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Directionless_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Directionless_EP_-_03_Day_Bird/https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/simian-samba/audrey-horne/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-a-to-z-english-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of unfulfilling relationships and unfulfilled dreams, constantly striving for success but never truly finding it, then you are not alone! Despite your best efforts, you may find yourself stuck in a pattern of settling for less than your heart truly desires, leaving you feeling frustrated and disconnected. This may be happening because you've been conditioned to prioritize external validation and societal expectations over your own inner guidance, leading to a misalignment with your true passions and purpose. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the fundamentals of aligning personal desires with a life of freedom, a potent recipe for contentment. Embrace the discomfort in personal growth, thereby expanding your horizons for unprecedented success. Decipher the role of sensuality in achieving alignment and how it can redefine the way you present yourself to the world. Harness vulnerability as a force multiplier for both personal and professional growth, a key to unlock exciting opportunities. Deepen your spiritual journey, integral for connecting with your higher consciousness and fostering transformational change. My special guest is Jessica Stepnowski Meet Jessica Stepnowski, a radiant force of transformation who dedicates her talents to helping others align with their heartfelt desires. Her incredible journey has evolved from overcoming personal health challenges, diving into personal training, to now being a revered life coach and spiritual guide. Her energy is infectious, seamlessly drawing everyone around her into her mission of self-love and authenticity. More than just a coach, Jessica, a breath work facilitator, uniquely blends her love for health and fitness into her teachings. She embodies the spirit of triumph and authenticity, unafraid to share her personal trials and victories. "We can only go as deep with others as we've gone with ourselves." - Jessica  The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Embracing Personal Freedom, 00:03:10 - The Catalyst for Change, 00:07:31 - Going Beyond the Physical, 00:11:58 - Embracing Your Free, 00:15:30 - The Importance of Being Uncomfortable, 00:17:16 - The Role of Seeking Guidance, 00:21:28 - Support Beyond the 3D, 00:26:10 - Awakening to Higher Consciousness, 00:28:59 - Embracing Your Birthright, 00:30:36 - Awakening to a New Perspective on God and Jesus, 00:31:35 - Finding Peace Through Open-Mindedness, 00:33:14 - The Role of Sensuality in Heartfelt Alignment, 00:34:19 - Embracing Sensuality for Confidence and Leadership, 00:38:27 - The Link Between Sensuality and Personal Freedom, 00:47:25 - The Purposeful Soul Project, 00:48:40 - Embracing Your Freedom Retreat, 00:49:17 - The Power of a Sweat Lodge, 00:51:16 - Zoom vs 3D Healing, 00:53:39 - Defining Love,  Looking for more FREE SELF-LOVE TOOLS? Join my newsletter and download some meditations, affirmations and visualisations on me: www.harrisonmeagher.com/learn-more  Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW if you loved the show to go into a draw for our WEEKLY prizes!  My NEW BOOK “Your Cosmic Love Antenna” was just released! Find it here: https://www.cosmicloveantenna.com  Need more COMMUNITY and TRIBE? Join the Cosmic Love Antenna FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cosmicloveantenna Wanting to connect deeper either for coaching, feedback, or becoming a guest? See the following options: Social (FB, Insta, LinkedIn, TikTok. Youtube): @harrisonmeagher  Website: www.harrisonmeagher.com  Email: harrisonmeagher.business@outlook.com  Intro/Outro Music: Music by Yurii Kohut from Pixabay Music by Alex Golubiev from Pixabay LOVE you xxx Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/cosmic-love-antenna/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are back! We are so excited to be back podcasting and sharing with you today.  We have been on a journey of healing over the last few months.  Today we want to talk about stress and how it affects our mind, our productivity and how we can find ways to support ourselves as we navigate life. In this episode we dive into: 1)  Sue shares her experience of being in a sweat lodge and how her body felt after that experience.  Marsha shares her experience of weekly infrared saunas and how it has supported her stress levels and nervous system. They both encourage you to look for things that can be pulled in quickly that can give your body that kind of impact and restorative experience that is accessible. 2) Look for ways to settle your nervous system supporting recovery and rest, as opposed to doing and adding more, it is finding ways to encourage our bodies to rest, recharge and release the things our bodies are not meant to hold onto. The heat, saunas, infrared saunas and sweat lodges help our bodies to release deep nervous system stress and further promote healing.  Join the Every Body Holds a Story Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/582412896496298 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/everybodyholdsastory

What is Cultural Appropriation and what not? Come along to a roundtable discussion with four academics to discuss all the complexities and nuances around this debated topic. Dr Angela Puca will chair a roundtable discussion with three brilliant guests. We all look forward to your questions, so make sure the set the reminder to attend this event live and interact in the chat! Otherwise, you're also welcome to watch it on demand. CONNECT & SUPPORT

Linda M. Held contact: 530 859 1192 / lindamheld@aol.com / http://lindamheld.comLinda‘s progression July event is rescheudled to early October;Heart Speaker of The Best of Mt Shasta around Labor Day;Such a blessing to live in Mt Shasta;Sweat Lodge we had was about healing the past;Linda‘s book is coming soon ~Solitude is a wonderful gift we could give to ourselves.It's a choice of freedom - free from social obligation, free from needing validation from others, free from meeting expectation from outer world.It is free to be you and only you, free to take time reflect your life, as well as soul mission, free to connect higher vibration, free to bring insight into your perspective, free to create harmony and balance in your daily life.May peace on Earth and filled with joy.Soul retrival helps to realigned your whole selfDynamic meditation definition cooking, swimming, walking in the woods, gardening…Say “YES” to new biginning, even we do not see the whole picture clear at the moment.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Observatory podcast! Our guest this week are Nick and Vileena Peterson, facilitators of the sweat lodge experience in the ReWilding event. Here we speak of the power and transforming of the Native American Sweat Lodge Ceremony. It is a cleansing ceremony, a purification ceremony, cleanses and purges the unwanted. The Sweat Lodge experience is not only a physiological journey, but also a journey filled with emotion and spiritually. In addition to the Sacred Salmon Run, traditional food gathering, and the importance of spending time outdoors.Topics discussed on this Episode: The Sweat Lodge CeremonySacred Salmon RunTraditional food gatheringImportance of spending time outdoorsReconnecting with NatureMemorable Quotes: “We are nature, nature is who we are… there is not one lesson we cannot learn from nature.” LaRae, 53:55“Whenever we finish a prayer or finish a statement or finish speaking we close 'To all my relations' — to all my relations means the food in my belly, to the ancestors that have come before me, to the posterity that is yet to come, to the tree that is providing me shade and shelter. It's all of it, it's understand the connect in relationship that we have is what makes us rich existence, that were we feel wholeness and the greatest peace.” — Nick, 1:03:55

Join Laura on a cultural and spiritual adventure like she's never had before! We're going on a traditional temazcal ceremony in a sweat lodge.  Learn about the native Zapotec beliefs behind this ritual and Laura's own viewpoint as she embarks on this journey with her new friends at Casa Las Mascaras in Oaxaca.Native Flute by Carlos Carty is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 License.    Tuesday Night by Maarten Schellekens is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.  Support the show

Matt hosts this week's very special episode! Bethy Faulkner and Bridget traverse the plains to make it all the way to the Sweat Lodge to compete face to face against Neal and Jeff. Ken sits this one out, but not in silent protest. Ken gets an asterisk, Matt gets jovial, and Jeff becomes a gas giant. Which team will reign supreme and become this week's Cream of the Crop? Supporters: https://www.trivialitypodcast.com/the-cream-of-the-crop/ Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social media, and support the show on Patreon for great perks!  Support us Directly: www.Patreon.com/TrivialityPodcast All Social Media: https://linktr.ee/trivialitypodcast Want to hear your trivia question during an episode? Send us question to the email: TrivialityPodcast@Gmail.com with the subject QUESTION 5 and a host's name (Ken, Matt, Neal, or Jeff). We will read one listener submitted question per round. Triviality is an Airwave Media podcast. www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales.trivialitypodcast@gmail.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Triviality is an Airwave Media podcast. [New Episodes Every Tuesday] © Triviality – 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Aaron Pete as he sits down with Elder Eddie Gardner, also known as "T'it'elem Spath," to explore Indigenous culture, tradition, and the Halq'eméylem language. As a respected Indigenous Elder from the Skwah First Nation and an elder-in-residence with the University of the Fraser Valley, Mr. Gardner shares his knowledge and teachings with students and faculty. In this episode, he highlights the beauty of the Halq'eméylem language by breaking down a few words for the listeners, while also discussing opportunities for reconciliation with Indigenous people. As a knowledge keeper and protector of his Indigenous language, Mr. Gardner works with other Indigenous leaders to revitalize the language and ensure its practice. In addition to his advocacy work, he is committed to preserving and continuing the practice of Sweat Lodge ceremonies in the Fraser Valley. Tune in to learn from Mr. Gardner's insights on Indigenous culture and his tireless efforts to promote reconciliation and healing.Chapters:0:00 What Does it Mean to Be an Elder?9:33 Indigenous Culture & Science13:55 Indigenous Creation Story25:26 Lessons for Young People30:45 Connection to the Ancestors42:59 Indigenous Language54:58 Teachings from the LandSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com

10 benefits to incorporating sweat into your daily life, from brain and heart health, to spiritual shedding.  The life changing science of sweat.  Feedback:@michaeltrainer

Hello Eavesdroppers! It's the wellness episode and this week on Eavesdroppin'… Are emojis just for old people? Still wearing those 90s boyleg pants? What is vabbing? Would you steam your vag? TikTok dance trends… The troubling true-life true-crime story of James Arthur Ray and how his cult killed three people at a sweat-lodge retreat… The Penis Facial (not what you think)… Longevity science and Harvard scientist David Sinclair's ideas on how to reverse ageing - yes, REVERSE ageing… Is ageing a disease? Would you buy underpants that said Shart Art on the butt? All this and more from hosts Geordie & Michelle on Eavesdroppin'. We hope you enjoy this week's episode and remember, wherever you are, whatever you do, just keep Eavesdroppin'!*Disclaimer: We don't claim to have any factual info about anything ever and our opinions are just opinions not fact, soooooorrrrrryyyyyyyy! Don't sue us!Get in touch with your stories and listen, like, subscribe, share etc… Or email us at hello@eavesdroppinpodcast.com.Listen: www.eavesdroppinpodcast.com or https://podfollow.com/eavesdroppinPatreon

Episode Highlight: In this episode, I'm going to share with you a story, along with some insights I received, from my first sweat lodge experience.  And oh boy, was it an experience!  I'm sharing this with you to give you some firsthand knowledge of what it's like to go through a transformational ceremony, to share with you what can come up, and to help you know how you can prepare for and navigate through a ceremony experience.  I certainly had many surprises come up during this sweat lodge, I learned a lot about myself and about these ceremonies, and I was also deeply humbled by the entire experience. So, if you're eager to hear about what a sweat lodge experience is like, how a transformational ceremony experience could unfold, or even just learn some of the insights I've gained from the experience, then this episode is for you! Schedule Your Complimentary Healing & Transformation Clarity Call >>> https://p.bttr.to/3kJZsOzFollow me on Instagram: @iamsusynreneeWant to be notified of new episodes? Sign Up Here>> https://p.bttr.to/3kUB0e4

January 13, 2023 Readings: Hebrews 4:1-5, 11; Psalm 78:3 and 4bc, 6c-7, 8; Mark 2:1-12 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011323.cfm 

In Digest 175, Nancy, Bess, George, and Ned (Chad Michael Murray) investigate the disappearance of some wolves from a nearby wolf preserve, and strange events at the Hallmark Cinematic Universe Ice Festival, brought to you by Local Ski Shop. As you know, werewolves are not canon, so some poor furry just trying to get by has to be involved. At several points Nancy could have hit up the Sweat Lodge with CMM, but sadly does not. It's a HOWL-ing good time (*NO) for all! Or none. Or furries. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is a Sweat Lodge? Why is it so transformational? How can I do one, and why is it so powerful? A sweat lodge ceremony is a spiritual and physical cleansing ritual from ancient times. Most Native American or First People Tribes have used a similar procedure for thousands of years in the Americas.This is a place to surrender and to pray in whatever is the most healing and beautiful way for each person. This can be a most powerful and transformational experience when run by an experienced and trained individual. Sitting in the covered Sweat Lodge, we energetically enter the center of the earth and can have profound and powerful life changing experiences. life-changing 

Heather Rose  on her decades-long quest to make peace with life and loss after a tragedy befell her family when she was a girl (CW: grief and loss)

Heather Rose  on her decades-long quest to make peace with life and loss after a tragedy befell her family when she was a girl (CW: grief and loss)

James Arthur Ray is an American self-help businessman, motivational speaker and author who was convicted in 2011 of causing three deaths through negligent homicide.

In this week's episode, you are in for a real treat. Alex from episode #100 is your host. She has put the founder of this platform, Rachel in the hot seat as this week's guest. Alex had planted the seed months ago to interview Rachel and it germinated in this beautiful episode.Rachel and Alex talk about Rachel's recent journey with the plant medicine Mother Ayahuasca. As they discuss the wide range of experiences Rachel had during her ceremony, it allowed Rachel the space to be open, honest, and real about her journey on the mat.Rachel also shares how she met her Native American spiritual teacher and what may be coming next for her as she learns more about her Native roots, heritage, culture, and traditions. Such a perfect conversation for her to have with Alex, a fellow sister.Rachel would love to hear what you enjoyed most about this conversation. Let her know through the following:IG: @liveyourrawlifeF: Live Your RAW Life Y: Live Your RAW LifeE: liveyourrawlife@gmail.comWeb: www.liveyourrawlife.comIf you'd like to support this podcast you can do so through:Patreon link:https://www.patreon.com/liveyourrawlifeToday's Sponsors: Forij Granola: Start your day with mental focus and natural energy from whole food ingredients & anti-inflammatory functional mushrooms. Enjoy the handcrafted mouth-watering flavors that leverage spice for flavor rather than sugar. Feel the difference with 100% real ingredients & anti-inflammatory mushroom extracts that provide real energy & focus benefits. Eat guilt-free knowing this is the lowest sugar granola on the market. Visit forij.co and enter liveraw15 for 15% off.If something resonated with you from this week's episode please subscribe to the show and leave a review while you are there. Every time a review or rating is received it opens up the platform that allows the show to reach a wider range of listeners. Your support is greatly appreciated.

James Arthur Ray was a popular self-help guru in the early 2000s. Appearing on talks shows like Oprah and being in a popular documentary called The Secret, James' career took off, along with his ego. In 2009 James leads a sweat lodge ceremony that ends in three deaths. In this weeks episode we break down the self-help side of wellness along with the culture appropriation that the wellness industry is famous for. Resources: https://www.theverge.com/2013/12/4/5038930/the-death-dealer-james-arthur-sweat-lodge-deaths-in-sedona Welton S, Minty R, O'Driscoll T, et al. Intermittent fasting and weight loss: Systematic review. Can Fam Physician. 2020;66(2):117-125. Books mentioned The Science of Success: How to Attract Prosperity and Create a Life of Balance Through Proven Principles and Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism

After serving time in prison, James Ray re-emerged in the self-help world again, selling his practices and teachings. He describes in his own words what happened in Sedona and how he feels he's learned from the tragedy. This doesn't sit well with the families of the victims.

After our first episode release this season, the owner of Angel Valley  invited us to the grounds to show us where the sweat lodge tragedy happened. For the first time in a decade, she sat down to answer questions about how James Arthur Ray's defense team tried to blame her and her husband for the deaths during the trial.

James Arthur Ray was on trial for manslaughter for the deaths of three participants. The testimony in the courtroom was fierce, powerful, and tense. It was the first time participants shared harrowing details while taking the stand to describe what happened to them. The 50-day trial led to an outcome nobody expected.

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A voice memo found in the DM's causes Jack and Matt to reassess what they do in the bathroom. The boys then attempt to complete a ‘best friends quiz'. Another chapter is added to the Travel Guide Book, this time advising not to trust the man with one tooth. Finally, the boys get honest about what stupid things still scare them.  dms@theinspiredunemployed.com  https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredunemployedpod/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The sweat lodge activity turned into a full emergency, as participants were passing out, vomiting, and foaming from the mouth. This was supposed to be the final event to find enlightenment, but instead it led to death. Participants were looking for comfort from James Ray as the tragedy unfolded in the dark of night, but he was seemingly nowhere to be found.

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In this episode Medium Kareen brings on one of her closet friends to discuss her experience in Shaman Rahelio Rodriguez sweat lodge. Kareen explains the purpose and process of the lodge and shares what she feels it helped heal. Amber discusses her own abilities and how she uses them to make magical candles. 

If you listened to Part 1 and thought it was crazy, be prepared to hold on to your butts because it get nuts! We find out about the horrific events that happened in the sweat lodge and the aftermath. We also hear some stories from the parents of one of the victims and how they're finding the good in this terrible situation. We tell you what James Arthur Ray is up to now (gross) and Rosa and Angela get deep. Plus, Happy 1 Year Anniversary to us!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ripplepod/message

On October 8, 2009 police responded to a call for help in the desert of Sedona, AZ. When they arrived, they found several people suffering injuries from a spiritual journey in a makeshift sweat lodge... In part 1, Angela tells you how this cult like retreat came to be and another mysterious death that happened behind the scenes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ripplepod/message

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