Sacred Rite Podcast

Amber Young
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Sacred Rite is a podcast dedicated to ancestral wisdom, holistic healing, and low-toxic living—woven with deep spirituality and earth-honoring practices. Hosted by Amber Young, this podcast explores herbal practices & remedies, mindful parenting, somatic and vibrational healing, embodied rituals, and sacred practices that align mind, body, and spirit. Each episode invites you to reclaim ancient ways, awaken your intuition, and weave a more intentional, soulful life in harmony with the Earth. It’s time to remember, reconnect, and rise. It’s your Sacred Rite.

Episodes

  1. 11/06/2025

    12. Remembering Together: The Healing Power of Women’s Circles with Rosie & Pearl

    In this episode of Sacred Rite, Amber sits in conversation with sisters Rosie and Pearl to explore the timeless and essential practice of women gathering in circle — what it means, why it matters, and how it serves as a pathway back to belonging. For generations, women have gathered around fires and kitchen tables to share stories, witness each other’s lives, and tend the threads of community. Though much of that ancient way has been forgotten, the need for it has never been greater. Together, we remember what happens when women come together — when we slow down, listen deeply, and allow ourselves to be held in sisterhood. Amber, Rosie, and Pearl also share about the upcoming Snow Moon Women’s Retreat — a non-denominational, heart-centered gathering taking place on the shores of the Salish Sea. Rooted in the energy of the Snow Moon and Imbolc, this retreat is an invitation to rest, reconnect, and reclaim your inner rhythm through women’s circles, nourishing meals, movement, song, sound, and simple sacred space. Whether you’ve sat in countless circles or are simply feeling the first whisper of curiosity, this conversation is an invitation to remember: the circle has always been here — waiting for you to return. Show Notes: Resources: Snow Moon Retreat Flyer Ready to save your spot at our Women's Retreat? Fill out this intake form. Interested in joining the retreat but have some questions? Fill out this form and someone will reach out. Snow Moon Women's Retreat Guide - Read complete retreat details here Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Rosie’s IG: @revitalizewithrosie Pearl’s IG:@pearlangeles Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 14m

  2. 10/30/2025

    11. The Beauty of Decay: Remembering Death as a Sacred Rite with Madeline McCauley

    As autumn deepens and the earth turns toward decay, we are reminded that death is not the end, but an essential movement in the great cycle of life. In this episode, death worker Madeline McCauley joins Amber to explore death as a continuation of connection — a return, a transformation, a sacred act of belonging. Together they speak to the beauty in degeneration, the paradox of wellness culture, and the necessity of grief as praise. Through reflections on miscarriage, ecological burial, fungi intelligence, and ancestral remembrance, Madeline invites us to move toward death with reverence rather than resistance. A tender conversation on how embracing death restores our relationship to life, nature, and the unseen threads that bind us all. Show Notes: Resources: Bailey-Boushay House | Seattle HIV/AIDS Care End of Life Washington Death Doula Education - A Sacred Passing No One Should Die Alone Sun Goddess Matcha Green Tea | Organic Ceremonial Grade Matcha | Pique The Body Is a Doorway: A Memoir: A... book by Sophie Strand The Smell of Rain on Dust: Grief and Praise by Martin Prechtel  Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul by Stephen Jenkinson | Goodreads River Crossing Burial Ground Going With Grace  Take the Spirit Oceano Pledge | Sea Burials & Green Burials Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Madeline’s IG: @nealbamj River Crossing Burial Ground Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 35m

  3. 10/06/2025

    10. Songs of the Mountains, Medicines of the Earth with Mary McCallum

    Episode 10 · Songs of the Mountains, Medicines of the Earth In this episode of Sacred Rite, Amber sits down with herbalist and founder of Mountain Song, Mary McCallum. Together they explore what it means to walk the plant path with integrity, live in reciprocity with the land, and cycle our resources back into our communities. Mary shares her journey from personal healing to becoming a clinical herbalist rooted in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. She offers insights into small-batch, seasonal medicine-making, the importance of supporting local growers and artisans, and her vision for Mountain Song Gardens & Herb School. Listeners will also receive practical herbal wisdom for immunity, stress relief, and everyday care—along with inspiration for beginning a home apothecary or small herbal practice. This conversation is a reminder that healing is both personal and collective, and that when we align with the rhythms of the earth, we create medicine for ourselves and our communities. Show Notes: Resources: National University of Natural Medicine - NUNM - Portland, Oregon The School of Evolutionary Herbalism Build Your Home Apothecary | Herbal Medicine Course - Mountain Song Education Mountain Song → Mary’s Website (use code SACREDRITE15) Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Mary’s IG: @mountainsongmedicine Mountain Song → Mary’s Website Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 25m

  4. 07/11/2025

    09. Growing Together with Carson Meyer: A Return to Sacred Birth and Motherhood

    In this powerful episode, Amber sits down with birth doula, mama circle facilitator, and author Carson Meyer to explore what it truly means to grow together — in birth, in motherhood, and in community. Carson shares insights from her new book Growing Together and her virtual circle series that support women in preparing for birth from a deeply embodied, intuitive place. Together, they unravel the complexities of the birth industrial complex, challenge modern assumptions around medicalized birth, and explore what’s possible when women choose home birth, free birth, and wise woman ways. This conversation also opens the portal to early motherhood — including the often-silent truths of breastfeeding beyond infancy, toddler weaning, and how to stay grounded in your own rhythm amidst the noise of modern parenting culture. Topics we cover in this episode: Reclaiming birth as a sacred rite of passage The ripple effects of the industrial birth complex Home birth and free birth as ancestral, sovereign choices The role of doulas in a shifting birth landscape Breastfeeding, weaning, and mothering from intuition The power of ritual and community in postpartum care Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, or walking the path of reclamation, this episode offers a gentle but radical remembering. Resources: Carson’s Website Growing Together Circle Growing Together Book - Carson’s AMAZING book! Mother Connection Circle https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/  Gentle-Night Weaning with Carson Meyer Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Carson’s IG: @ccmeyer Carson Meyer Birth Doula Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 5m

  5. 06/26/2025

    08. The Way of Tea: Returning to Love, Presence and the Dao

    In this heart-opening episode, tea guide Mina Lee shares the sacred art of Tea Ceremony as a path of love, presence, and connection to the Dao. Rooted in ancient Chinese tradition, Mina’s practice reminds us that tea is more than a drink—it is a living wisdom, a spiritual teacher, and a ritual of remembrance. We explore the deeper meaning of working with tea ceremonially, the importance of how tea is grown and processed, and why drinking the bud and the mature leaves matters—for our bodies and the earth. Mina’s story is one of devotion, slowness, and listening—and she gently shows us how tea can become a daily act of reverence. This episode is an invitation to meet the sacred in the simple. Pour a cup, take a breath, and join us. Resources: Tea — Mina J. Lee Awaken the Heart's Wisdom | Living Tea Global Tea Hut Serving Is Different From Helping And Fixing, by Rachel Naomi Remen Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Mina’s IG: Mina Lee (@minajlee88) • Mina J. Lee Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 28m

  6. 06/11/2025

    07. Sacred Soil & Wild Seeds: Regenerative Farming with Owen Lindsay

    In this episode of Sacred Rite, Amber Young welcomes Owen Lindsay — regenerative farmer, wild seed steward, and the gardener behind the herbal apothecary Mythic Medicine. Owen shares his journey into land-based living, the wisdom of hugelkultur, and the essential connection between soil minerals, plant vitality, and human health. We explore the power of wild seeds, the art of growing for medicine, and simple practices for tending the earth in reciprocal relationship. This is a nourishing conversation for anyone drawn to healing through land, lineage, and living soil. Topics include:• Hugelkultur and regenerative farming• Mineral wisdom from soil to self• Ethical wild seed collecting• Gardening for herbal medicine• Listening to the land Show Notes: Resources: Mythic Medicine Amber M Hill (@mythicmedicine) • Instagram photos and videos Medicine Stories | Podcast on Spotify Medicine Stories - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Owen’s IG: @strutsfreely Mythic Medicine Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 41m

  7. 05/26/2025

    05. Adorning the Body with Care: A Conversation on Conscious Clothing

    In this episode of the Sacred Rite Podcast, we sit down with Sparrow, the heart and hands behind Sparrow Clothing Company, a small-batch clothing brand rooted in ancestral wisdom, sustainability, and sacred slow fashion. Together, we explore what it means to make clothing with intention—from seed to stitch—and why the clothes we wear matter more than we think. We trace the journey of fast fashion and its global consequences, and we imagine what becomes possible when we return to slower, more soulful ways of dressing and creating. Sparrow shares her personal story, her connection to textiles, and how she sees clothing as medicine, ritual, and reclamation. This episode invites you to rethink your wardrobe not just as a style statement, but as a spiritual practice and an act of cultural remembering. Topics we explore include: The difference between fast and slow fashion How the fashion industry affects the planet, labor, and our bodies The art of handmade, small-batch clothing Natural fibers, ancestral dyes, and creative intention Clothing as resistance, story, and stewardship Accessible shifts toward a more conscious wardrobe Listen in for a conversation that weaves together craft, care, and culture—and invites you to come back into right relationship with what you wear. Show Notes: Apps: Mercari: Your Marketplace Depop - buy, sell, discover unique fashion Poshmark: Buy and sell fashion, home decor, beauty & more Online Consignment: Manymoons Moon Child PNW (also a store front in Olympia, WA) PopUp Kids Consign + Shop – PopUp Kids Shop Favorite Brands: Sparrow Co. Babaà Rudy Jude Clothing - Naturally Dyed and Happily Sewn :) – RUDY JUDE The Simple Folk | Organic Womenswear, Children's & Baby Clothes UnaPlumaShop - Etsy Bohemian Folk Clothing Christy Dawn - Regenerative, Ethical & Timeless Dresses & Accessories Gaia Conceptions - Elevated sustainability Beachwood | High-Quality Linen Clothing Indigo Luna - Women's eco-conscious yoga & lifestyle Discover the finest certified organic baby & kids brand in the US – Makemake Organics Organic Baby & Toddler Clothes | Colored Organics ® Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Sparrow’s IG: @sparrow_co Sparrow Co. Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 23m

  8. 05/26/2025

    06. The Montessori Home & Beyond: Nurturing a Lifetime of Connection & Learning

    In this episode of Sacred Rite, I speak with Teresa Angeles, educator, mother of six, and author of The Montessori Home and Beyond. Together, we explore how parents can bring the wisdom of the Montessori method into their everyday lives—no classroom required. We dive into what makes Montessori different from traditional education models, why the first six years of life are so crucial, and how parents can nurture independence, curiosity, and emotional connection at home. Teresa shares from her personal journey raising six children with Montessori principles, and offers practical advice, templates, and encouragement for families at all stages. This episode also touches on the growing cultural shift away from standardized education and toward more holistic, child-centered approaches. If you're seeking a more conscious, connected path to parenting and education, this conversation is for you. Resources: Maria Montessori's Work Teresa’s Book: The Montessori Home and Beyond Teresa’s Website: Montessorifamilies.com  Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Teresa’s IG: @nurturingyourchildsheart  Montessorifamilies.com Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 32m

  9. 04/27/2025

    04. Tending the Future: Perennial Gardening, Food Forests & Permaculture in Practice

    Episode 4 – Sacred Rite Podcast🎙️ “Tending the Future: Food Forests, Perennial Gardening & Permaculture in Practice” with Brandon Dean of Healthy Homestead Design How do we design landscapes that feed not just our bodies, but our ecosystems, communities, and spirits? In this episode, I’m joined by Brandon Dean, founder of Healthy Homestead Design, a regenerative land design company rooted in permaculture, perennial gardening, and holistic home-scale abundance. Together, we explore the transformational power of growing with intention—from suburban backyards to full-scale food forests. We talk about:🌱 The story behind Healthy Homestead Designs🌿 What permaculture really means (in everyday language)🌾 Food forests, perennial gardening & how they work together🍓 Favorite perennial plants for home gardens and families🛠️ Practical ways to begin—even with a small space or shady yard🌀 How gardening can deepen our connection to land, self, and community Brandon shares his insights on designing systems that are regenerative, low-maintenance, and deeply rooted in ecological reciprocity. Whether you’re planting your first herb spiral or dreaming of a homestead, this conversation offers grounded guidance and inspiration to grow with the rhythms of nature. Resources: Alderleaf Wilderness College | Nature & Survival School How Stupid Is Our Obsession With Lawns? - Freakonomics - podcast Fallingfruit.org Sharedearth.com pfaf.org (Plants for a future) Picturethisai.com - Plant ID app Books: Brain Maker - book Practical permaculture - book Gaia's Garden - book Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Brandon’s IG: @storyofbrandon Permaculture | Healthy Homestead Design | United States IG: Healthy Homestead Design Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 6m

  10. 04/13/2025

    03. Ayurvedic Spring Renewal: Detoxing Rituals for Balance & Rejuvenation

    Episode 3 – Ayurvedic Spring Renewal: Detoxing Rituals for Balance & Rejuvenationwith Ayurvedic Doctor Sarah Kruse As the earth begins to awaken from winter’s slumber, spring invites us to lighten, cleanse, and renew. In this nourishing episode, Ayurvedic Doctor Sarah Kruse joins Amber to explore how the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda can guide us through this seasonal shift with intention and vitality. Sarah shares her personal journey into Ayurveda and breaks down its foundational principles—including the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)—in a way that’s both accessible and inspiring. Together, they dive into how spring’s Kapha energy can bring both growth and stagnation, and how we can support our bodies and minds through simple, at-home detoxing rituals. From foods and herbs that naturally clear heaviness to daily self-care practices, breathwork, and spiritual cleansing, this conversation offers gentle yet powerful tools to help you align with nature’s rhythms. Whether you're new to Ayurveda or deepening your seasonal practices, this episode is a beautiful guide for springtime renewal. ✨ Topics Include: Understanding the doshas and spring’s Kapha energy Signs of imbalance and how to restore harmony Gentle detox practices for home use Strengthening your digestive fire (Agni) Ayurvedic rituals for emotional and spiritual cleansing Creating sattvic spaces and setting spring intentions Resources & Links: Sarah’s Website: to set up an Ayurvedic Consultation or service https://embrace-ayurveda.com/ Spring Cleanse at the Dayaalu Center & Online: May 5-14, 2025 https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=11167&stype=-101&sVT=107&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000252 Ignite Your Life Reset Program: starts April 21, 2025 https://love.embrace-ayurveda.com/igniteyourlifereset 3 Month Ayurvedic Health Coaching:  https://embrace-ayurveda.com/3-month-health-coaching/ Banyan Botanicals: for high quality Ayurvedic oils, herbs, supplies and articles The Ayurvedic Institute: Dr. Vasant Lad's school, store and resources Kerala Ayurveda: for high quality oils and herbs The Kitchari Queen: delicious kitchari kits and teas Book suggestions: The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies - Vasant Lad Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life - Claudia Welch The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook - Kate O'Donnell Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio

    1h 5m

  11. 03/29/2025

    02. Revitalizing Rites of Passage: A Call to Guide Our Youth

    What does it really mean to come of age? Across cultures, rites of passage once marked the sacred transition into adulthood—guiding young people through challenge, initiation, and community support. But in today’s world, these traditions have been lost, leaving many to seek validation through risk-taking and unhealthy behaviors. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Nicky Wilkes to explore why reviving rites of passage is urgent—especially for young men. We discuss how structured initiation fosters resilience, purpose, and connection, and why now, more than ever, we must reclaim this lost wisdom. Join us as we uncover the deep impact of mentorship, sacred transitions, and how we can create meaningful initiations for the next generation. It’s time to bring back the rituals that shape strong, grounded, and conscious adults. Show Notes: Resources: The Rites of Passage Institute Journeymen - Inspiring the Men of Tomorrow IG:@Journeymen Nicky Wilks Website Michael Meade Men's Rites of Passage - Illuman Books: Last Child in the Woods The Making of Men The Four Fold Way Connect with us: Amber’s IG:@Sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Nicky’s IG:@nickywilks Nicky Wilks Website Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: ⁠@satori_ki⁠ Album: ⁠The Passage⁠ Kate Graham's IG: ⁠@starkissedkate⁠ ⁠Star Kissed Studio⁠

    1h 9m
  12. 01. Rethinking Root Canals: A Holistic Approach to Dental Health

    03/20/2025

    01. Rethinking Root Canals: A Holistic Approach to Dental Health

    Your dental health could be the missing piece to your overall well-being. In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode, Cassidy shares her personal journey of discovering the hidden dangers of root canals and how they may be silently impacting our health. Through research, experience, and holistic healing, we explore the crucial connection between oral infections and chronic illness - empowering you with knowledge, awareness, and the courage to take charge of your health! Resources: Documentary: Root Cause on UNIFYD TV Podcast: The Voltage in Our Bodies with Dr. Jerry Tennant on the Darin Olien Show You can find a Holistic Biological Dentist on the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine website here: https://iabdm.org/location/ Cassidy's Wholistic Biological Dentist: Wholistic Dental Care - Mukilteo, WA (Mention Cassidy or Sacred Rite Podcast for $50 off your initial exam!) Book: The Toxic Tooth: How a Root Canal Could be Making You Sick by Robert Kulacz, MD, JD Levy, and Thomas E. Levy Research: One in four people are chronically sick  4 important facts about root canals | News & articles | UnitedHealthcare Products: Simplicity Biome, use CASSIDY for 20% off Perfect Supplements, use CASSIDY for 10% off Bite Toothpaste Rupam Holistic Dental Bliss Energetics Connect with us: Amber's IG: @sacred.rite Earthwise Mothering Cassidy's IG:⁠ @fromcassidy⁠ Rising Soul Healing Podcast Music & Art: Satori Ki's IG: @satori_ki Album: The Passage Kate Graham's IG: @starkissedkate Star Kissed Studio

    1h 41m
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Sacred Rite is a podcast dedicated to ancestral wisdom, holistic healing, and low-toxic living—woven with deep spirituality and earth-honoring practices. Hosted by Amber Young, this podcast explores herbal practices & remedies, mindful parenting, somatic and vibrational healing, embodied rituals, and sacred practices that align mind, body, and spirit. Each episode invites you to reclaim ancient ways, awaken your intuition, and weave a more intentional, soulful life in harmony with the Earth. It’s time to remember, reconnect, and rise. It’s your Sacred Rite.

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    Amber Young
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