Sacred Tea & Nourished Souls

Soulbird Center for the Healing Arts

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Sacred Tea & Nourished Souls is a podcast steeped in many forms of healing — from creativity and spirituality to ancestral wisdom, storytelling, and soulful conversation. Together, we explore what it means to connect more deeply with ourselves, with each other, and with whatever the divine looks like to you.

May 24

Episode 11: WHAT IF Art Was A Way We Remember?- Story, Faith, & A Hindi Lutheran Pastor

Art Was A Way We Remember?- Story, Faith, & A Hindi Lutheran Pastor Reverend Tuhina Verma Rasche (she/her) is a second-generation South Asian American raised in a devout Hindu household. She currently serves as one of the digital pastors of the Anam Cara Community, a digital first mission of the North Carolina Synod. She's served in multiple capacities within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), including parish pastor, community organizing trainer, grassroots organizer, and in pastoral partnership with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Tuhina has also been involved in multifaith work with Arts, Religion, Culture: A Society for Theopoetics as a young adult coordinator, as well as a senior research associate with The Aspen Institute's Religion & Society Program. In her spare time, Tuhina enjoys reading, woodworking, time with her family, and finding the hole-y in donuts. Social Media Links: Anam Cara Community: Website - https://www.anamcaracommunity.org/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Anam-Cara-Community/100074796609442/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Anamcaracommunity Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hashcast/id1599532492 Personal: Website - https://www.tuhinavrasche.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tvrasche/ Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

35 min
May 9

Episode 10: WHAT IF Peace Began in Everyday Acts?- Uzbek Women, Islam & Peacebuilding

In this What If conversation, we explore what peacebuilding can look like in everyday life — through the stories and experiences of Uzbek women within Muslim communities. In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, this episode highlights perspectives from Central Asia, offering a deeper understanding of how faith, culture, and community shape the ways women contribute to healing, connection, and peace. Through lived experiences, we reflect on how acts of care, compassion, and presence can become powerful forms of peacebuilding. This conversation invites us to listen to the quiet, meaningful ways peace is practiced in daily life. This episode is part of our AAPI Heritage Month series and is sponsored by Asian Theological Institute whose support makes these conversations possible. Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

45 min
Apr 23

Episode 9: What IF Filipino Psychology Changed How We Understand Ourselves?

In this What If conversation, we explore Filipino psychology — also known as Sikolohiyang Pilipino — and how it offers a different way of understanding the self, relationships, and healing. Together, we talk about key concepts within Filipino psychology and how they contrast with more individualistic, Western frameworks. This conversation opens up questions around identity, culture, and the ways our understanding of the self is shaped by the worlds we come from. Rather than seeing healing as something purely internal, Filipino psychology invites a more relational and culturally rooted perspective — one that considers community, shared experience, and connection. Whether you’re familiar with these ideas or hearing them for the first time, this episode offers space to reflect on how culture shapes the way we make sense of ourselves — and what it might mean to see the self differently. Jezreel Cornel graduated from San Diego State University's MS in Marriage and Family Therapy program with a focus on Narrative Therapy and received clinical training in the San Diego Unified Outpatient Program as a school-based therapist. Alongside his formal education, Jez studied Sikolohiyang Pilipino (Filipino Psychology) through conversation with established Filipino/a/x mental health professionals and reviewing existing literature. Jez is a community organizer through San Diego Kababayan, and supports Kasamahan’s Board of Directors with social media and resources. You can find more information about him at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jezreel-mejia-cornel-san-diego-ca/1721755 https://www.solpathwellness.com/solpathteam https://www.kasamahan.org/about-us Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

42 min
Apr 1

Episode 8: WHAT IF Our Parts Carry Cultural Stories?

In this episode I speak to Hui Ting, a licensed mental health counselor based in New York, originally from Malaysia. As a Malaysian Chinese therapist, Hui Ting work centers on supporting Asian American clients navigating family dynamics, intergenerational trauma, relationships, and work-related stress. She integrates parts work and Internal Family Systems (IFS) into her practice, helping clients better understand their inner world and build healthier emotional connections. Growing up in Malaysia, Hui Ting’s experienced a cultural environment where mental health was often stigmatized and emotional expression was discouraged. As the oldest child in her family, she carried significant responsibility from a young age, shaping how she related to emotions, expectations, and identity. These lived experiences now inform her compassionate and culturally aware approach to therapy. Hui Ting’s work emphasizes the importance of understanding how culture, family roles, and early messages about emotions impact healing. She is passionate about creating space for individuals to explore difficult emotions, unlearn limiting beliefs, and develop more supportive ways of relating to themselves and others. Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

42 min
Mar 14

Episode 7: SHELF TALK with Art: Voice as Sacred- On Story, Care, & Love

In this edition of Shelf Talk, I sit with a voice actor whose understanding of voice extends far beyond performance. Together, we explore what it means to treat voice as something sacred — shaped by love, culture, and the stories we inherit. He reflects on how the values passed down by his mother shaped the way he helped care for his father, who lived with schizophrenia, and how Filipino belief systems informed what it meant to show up with presence and compassion. We also talk about his work as an artist and his deep appreciation for stories created by diverse voices — and why honoring those voices feels both personal and necessary. We discuss how love is taught, how care becomes a practice, and how the voices we carry continue to shape who we become. For more information about Art visit this link https://www.artbautista.com Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

35 min
Jan 28

Episode 6: WHAT IF Therapy Made Space For Hmong Shamanic Practices?

Michi Marks (she/they) is a Hmong American Marriage and Family Therapist–in-training, integration and implementation coach, and spiritual practitioner whose work bridges Western psychotherapy with ancestral animist traditions. Their approach draws from liberation psychology, experiential therapies, and systems thinking, with a focus on relational, embodied, and contextual healing. Michi identifies as neurodivergent, queer, genderfluid, and bicultural — identities that inform their commitment to liberatory and culturally rooted approaches to wellness. Michi is currently completing their MFT training and hopes to eventually apprentice formally within the Hmong shamanic tradition. Their work centers the belief that healing is not only individual but ancestral, communal, and relational. To learn more or stay connected, you can read Michi’s Substack, where they write about lineage, identity, and books that have shaped their thinking. If you’re interested in working with Michi clinically, you can reach out through Edges Wellness or Psychology Today. They are currently only accepting couples and families at this time. Their substack: Figuring it Out with Michi Edges info: michi@edgeswellness.com, https://edgeswellness.com Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/michi-marks-menomonie-wi/1578532 Other Resources to Check out to learn more about shamanism: https://whyshamanismnow.com https://www.youtube.com/@SoulandSelfCollective https://www.youtube.com/@ShamanMemoirs/videos https://pengher.wixsite.com/pengher - where they learned how to do qi gong that focused more on spirituality and energy renewal. Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

46 min
12/24/2025

Episode 5: WHAT IF We Remembered the Roots of Chinese Medicine?

In this episode of Sacred Tea & Nourished Souls, I sit down with an acupuncturist to explore the question: What If We Remembered the Roots of Chinese Medicine? Together, we talk about honoring lineage, cultural context, and the spiritual foundations of Chinese medicine — and how these roots can become obscured when the practice is removed from its history and community. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on healing not just as a technique, but as cultural memory, responsibility, and relationship. Whether you’re a practitioner, a patient, or simply curious about holistic healing, this episode offers space to consider how medicine can be practiced with respect, intention, and connection to its origins. Li-Lan Hsiang Weiss has been a practicing acupuncturist in Durham, NC since 2005. She was one of the first acupuncturists in her area to hold a community acupuncture clinic for the Spanish speaking community for over 10 years. She is the founder of Armonia Health LLC, an acupuncture, massage, and shamanic healing wellness center in Durham with Spanish and English-speaking practitioners. Li-Lan's current interest, from 20 years of clinical practice, includes reflecting and sharing on the Five Path/Element model for systems where it is not traditionally applied, such as in running a heart-centered business, in inner resiliency trainings for non-profits involved in climate and social justice, in collaboration with the creative arts, and in healing trends pertinent to her community in the American South. She is interested in exploring through conversations how the worldview of Chinese medicine can be applicable in other areas. Medum article referencing this podcast and more information: https://medium.com/@lilanhuichun/decolonizing-chinese-medicine-3dbc69d1170c To find more about her work: Https://armoniahealth.com FB , IG, Youtube Armonia Health LLC Five Paths and Music on Youtube @tonesforyourbones1464 Li-Lan's IG @earthheavenlunasol Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

36 min
10/12/2025

Episode 4: Shelf Talk with EJ: How Romance & Fiction Help Us Heal

In this first episode of Shelf Talk, I sit down with EJ, a book influencer who shares how romance and fiction have been more than just stories — they’ve been a source of comfort, healing, and hope during difficult times. We talk about how getting fully absorbed in a book can provide a much-needed escape, helping him process emotions, cope with challenges, and find the hope of love in both fiction and life. You can find him at: @the_bookboyfriend or @_bookboyfriend Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

39 min
09/08/2025

Episode 3: WHAT IF We Carry More Than Our Own Pain?

In this episode, we explore the layers of intergenerational trauma—the emotional wounds and patterns silently passed from one generation to the next. Through the lens of depth psychology, we look at how unconscious material, family narratives, and ancestral experiences continue to shape the way we show up in everyday life. From relationship dynamics and self-worth struggles to the ways we cope with stress, these inherited imprints often linger beneath the surface. We also discuss pathways toward healing: cultivating awareness, engaging therapeutic practices, and learning how to rewrite the stories we’ve been carrying. If you’re curious about how the past lives on within us—and how to break free from cycles of pain—this conversation offers both insight and practical tools for transformation. About our guest: Keren Goldenberg, LMFT, is a psychotherapist, supervisor, and PhD student based in Los Angeles. As the founder of Sunray Psychotherapy, Keren works at the intersection of depth psychology, trauma, and cultural identity. Their clinical focus includes complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and cultural complexes—those inherited cultural wounds and narratives that shape how individuals and communities see themselves across generations. With training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR, Keren helps clients explore how personal struggles often reflect larger family and cultural patterns. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience as a first-generation immigrant, Keren’s work supports people in loosening the grip of inherited trauma and reclaiming their sense of self. At Sunray Psychotherapy, the mission is to create space for clients to not only heal the burdens of the past but also imagine new futures where resilience, creativity, and connection take root. Explore her work: Keren Khait Goldenberg, MA, LMFT #137961 Lead Therapist and Supervisor SunRayPsychotherapy.Com Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

43 min
08/16/2025

Episode 2: WHAT IF Our Ancestors' Wisdom Could Shape How We Raise Children?

In this episode of the What If segment, we talk about what if our ancestors' wisdom could shape how we raise children? About our guest: Dr. Mercedes Samudio (she/her), DSW, LCSW, AfroNerd, and mental health advocate, empowers Black families through trauma-informed care, pop culture scholarship, and innovative healing frameworks. Founder of Shame Proof Parenting, she integrates geek culture and social justice into culturally responsive practices, mentorship, and clinician supervision, championing mental wellness, resilience, and representation. Explore her work: Website: http://shameproofparenting.com Group Supervision: https://shameproofparenting.as.me/groupsupervision Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

29 min
07/18/2025

Episode 1: WHAT IF healing isn’t just physical or emotional — but spiritual, ancestral, even energetic?

In this episode of the What If segment, we talk about what does it mean to be a shaman, can other people pratice shamanism, is it a vocation only, what does spiritual healing look like, and how to work with ancestors. About our guest: Mache Chache is a Shaman & Houngan Asogwe (Haitian Vodou High Priest) who has guided seekers on their spiritual paths for over a decade. As the owner of Kindred Spirits—one of North Carolina’s longest-standing spiritual communities and supply stores—he is devoted to creating sacred spaces and offering meaningful tools for personal transformation. Through divination, spiritual consultations, rituals, and community teachings, Mache blends ancestral wisdom with real-world clarity to help others navigate their journey with power and purpose. Explore his work: www.machechache.com Follow on Instagram: @mache.chache77 Visit Kindred Spirits: kindredspirits.us Your host is Jaclyn Tyson. For more information about Sacred Tea and Nourished Souls, visit www.soubirdcenter.com.

53 min

11 Episodes

Sacred Tea & Nourished Souls is a podcast steeped in many forms of healing — from creativity and spirituality to ancestral wisdom, storytelling, and soulful conversation. Together, we explore what it means to connect more deeply with ourselves, with each other, and with whatever the divine looks like to you.

Creator

Soulbird Center for the Healing Arts
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

11
Rating

Clean
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