Echoes of Healing Songs

Echoes of Healing Songs
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Through this podcast, we amplify Othered and Indigenous voices and methodologies within mainstream research discourse. By engaging the audience with decolonizing and diffracting knowledge practices, this podcast series aims to provide a platform for Indigenous perspectives and to facilitate broader dissemination of these approaches within and beyond traditional academic settings.

Episodes

  1. Jul 9

    Echoes of Healing Songs - Mama Carmeny Blanca

    Carmen Cumba, Indigenous person from Imbabura- Cotacachi. Recognized as midwife and healing woman from the Minister of Public Health in Ecuador.Ximena Pijuango, Indigenous person from Imbabura- Cotacachi who rescues the knowledge of her mother, mama Carmen.Thank you to Aisha Alvarado for their work on the transcription and translation for this episode. Background Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-gienger/gold...License code: GUSDPYCN73NNR4RS

  2. Jun 25

    Echoes of Healing Songs - Elder Alfonso & Gladys

    Alfonso García, Indigenous person belonging to the Uitoto people, Pava Coyuya clan. He was born in the heart of the territory—specifically in the Monochoa Indigenous Reserve, within the Tirivica community. He has served as governor of the Tirivica community for four years. He is a traditional healer and a *Numaira*—an elder holder of great knowledge. He is committed to the revitalization of ancestral knowledge, the defense of the Amazon, and solidarity among peoples. He is the founder and current president of the *Ñatapay Jiyona* ("Healthy Life") association of traditional knowledge keepers.Thank you to Aisha Alvarado for their work on the transcription and translation for this episode. Background Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-gienger/gold...License code: GUSDPYCN73NNR4RS

  3. Jun 11

    Echoes of Healing Songs - Jenny Sawanohk

    Jenny Sawanohk, a member of Moose Cree First Nation, is a dedicated Indigenous healer and psychotherapist based in Ottawa. She operates both the Misiwe Ni Relations Healing Lodge and her private practice, Red Stone Snake Woman. With a background in psychology and social work, she has developed innovative programming for Indigenous youth in care, focusing on culturally sensitive healing and identity preservation. As a Truth and Reconciliation Specialist and educator, Jenny empowers professionals across Ontario with workshops that deepen their understanding of Indigenous practices and reconciliation. As a consultant and speaker, Jenny has become a beacon of hope and inspiration for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people across Canada, helping to heal the wounds of the past, and forge a brighter future for all. She inspires individuals to reconnect with ancestral wisdom, embrace their unique gifts, and participate in the collective healing of humanity. Background Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-gienger/gold-medalLicense code: GUSDPYCN73NNR4RS

  4. May 28

    Echoes of Healing Songs - Featuring Dr. Ish Sharma

    Dr Ish Sharma, from a traditional Vaidya family, did his Postgraduation and Doctorate in Ayurveda from the National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur. He has a special knack for Lifestyle Disorders and conducted many clinical trials against Diabetes, Auto Immune Disorders and Nervous system diseases. He is a global figure in Ayurveda with 30 years of experience in Ayurveda Education delivery, training and patient care, Ayurveda Tourism in European Union and ASEAN countries. As a Panchakarma clinician, he witnessed many marvelous results in difficult health conditions. He authored 4 books, 20 peer reviewed medical research articles and led the Babeke Ayurveda Medical College in Punjab, India for four years, earning the coveted NAAC accreditation from the University Grant Commission, Government of India. He served as the Controller of Examinations, Guru Ravidas Ayurved University, Government of Punjab, Hoshiarpur. He is serving as the Ayurveda Chair (Ministry of Ayush, Government of India) cum Professor, department of Medicine & Health Sciences at the University of Mauritius for two years. He designed and implemented the Ayush Wellness Program in the primary school curricula of the Ministry of Education, Mauritius, established the Ayurvedic Garden at the Presidential Palace in Mauritius, and was working towards Ethnobotanical studies on Ayurvedic herbs in Mauritius to develop the Ayurveda Pharmacopoeia of Mauritius.  Currently, he is the Director Medical Services and Research at the Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited, India. Sample Talk-  https://www.youtube.com/live/WDLUIktRQoQ?si=A4C-hYc2xnX9TpCe Web page - https://share.google/nEOK5sHGLZ7Q4JUD0 Background Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-gienger/gold-medal License code: GUSDPYCN73NNR4RS

  5. May 14

    Echoes of Healing Songs - Dr. Ntombizanele Menze

    Dr Ntombizanele Menze, Born and raised in Gqebera. Attended Hillside High. Proceeded to study MBChB at the University of Stellenbosch. Graduated 2011. Did her internship at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and her community service st Thabamoopo psychiatric hospital. Dr Menze did her reg program in Psychiatry at Stellenbosch University but had to focus on her Spiritual Journey. During her Registrar programme she won 3 awards for her research project that was titled "Profiles of Traditional Healers and their healing practices in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa" (Discovery awards, Bells award for best registrar presentation in 2017/2018, Best Mmed at Stellenbosch for SASOP western cape). Dr Ntombizanele Menze was also a junior lecturer at the Stellenbosch University Psychiatry department and won 2021 Excellence in Teaching award. She was responsible for middle rotation students, interns and registrars. Dr Menze was also Advisor of Girls leading change NPO aimed at empowering youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. She has been a guest on a few radio shows for Mental health awareness and collaboration between Western and Traditional medicine. She has featured on Idlozi and Holistica magazine. She is a regular guest at Bloem radio. Dr Menze is also a certified Traditional healer and is passionate about restoring the dignity of African spirituality. She has been invited to speak at Stellenbosch University , UCT and Wes koppies on the topic of Blending Western amd African medicine Currently Dr Menze is a GP with special interest in mental health and a certified traditional healer. Background Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-gienger/gold-medalLicense code: GUSDPYCN73NNR4RS

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Through this podcast, we amplify Othered and Indigenous voices and methodologies within mainstream research discourse. By engaging the audience with decolonizing and diffracting knowledge practices, this podcast series aims to provide a platform for Indigenous perspectives and to facilitate broader dissemination of these approaches within and beyond traditional academic settings.

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  • Creator
    Echoes of Healing Songs
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
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