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Welcome to Southern Indian Health Council's official podcast! Expert guests break down the complexities of important topics to help listeners learn how to enrich their own wellness. Some episodes will feature special guests from our Native community who are excited to share their life experiences and inspire new generations with their words.If you'd like to be a guest and share your story, send us an email to podcast@sihc.org to be featured on the next episode!

  1. How to Be Successful with No Money - Featuring Dr. Anthony Pico

    07/21/2025

    How to Be Successful with No Money - Featuring Dr. Anthony Pico

    In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Kumeyaay leader Dr. Anthony Pico, we go even deeper into the heart of what makes a community truly successful. Dr. Pico opens up about overcoming personal loss, healing from generational trauma, and rediscovering purpose through cultural values like harmony, respect, and gratitude. Together, we explore the difference between modern measures of success and the timeless wisdom of tribal obligation, unity, and selflessness. This episode is a moving reminder that success has nothing to do with money, but everything to do with honoring your roots, your responsibilities, and your people. You can listen to Part 1 by clicking here! "What harmony does, it makes you feel good about yourself. It makes you feel good about your surroundings.” -Dr. Anthony Pico Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    36 min
  2. A Better Education Model for Your Family - Featuring Craig Beswick & Dr. Summer Peterson

    06/30/2025

    A Better Education Model for Your Family - Featuring Craig Beswick & Dr. Summer Peterson

    What if there was a way to support your child’s learning and their emotional well-being? In this episode, Craig Beswick and Dr. Summer Peterson of Lifelong Learning share a powerful, trauma-resilient approach to education that’s changing lives. Learn how mindfulness, resilience, and the TREC model are helping schools, families, and entire communities thrive. Whether you're a parent, educator, or nonprofit leader, this episode offers practical insights and real hope for building a better future—one resilient learner at a time. Listen in and discover a stronger, more supportive model for your family. "What the emerging science is finding is that teachers are leaving because they don't feel psychologically safe in their work place.” -Craig Beswick Click here to learn about TREC Education. Click here to learn about Lifelong Learning. Click here to learn more about SIHC and our incredible services! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    50 min
  3. The Secrets of Healthcare Marketing - Featuring Indian Health Council

    06/16/2025

    The Secrets of Healthcare Marketing - Featuring Indian Health Council

    What happens when marketing meets medicine, and creativity becomes a tool for healing? In this episode, we sit down with David Dawson, Marketing Director at Indian Health Council, and Bryan Davis, IHC’s Multimedia Specialist, for a deep dive into the intersection of storytelling, social media, and mental health. From the power of digital outreach to the pressures of the online world, they share how their work shapes community wellness—and where IHC and SIHC can grow together. It’s a fresh, thoughtful conversation that might just change how you use your phone. "Instinctively, we were always kind of looking for that purpose in the work that we did.” -David Dawson Click here to learn about the great services Indian Health Council has to offer. Click here to learn more about SIHC and our incredible services! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    49 min
  4. Famous Nomad Reveals His Secrets to Freedom - Featuring Michael Ridge

    06/02/2025

    Famous Nomad Reveals His Secrets to Freedom - Featuring Michael Ridge

    What if the path to freedom doesn’t lead through cities—but across mountains, rivers, and wild open land? In this episode, we sit down with nomadic horseman Michael Ridge, a.k.a. the Prince of Ponies and Wildflowers, to explore a life built on survival skills, native plant wisdom, and deep respect for the earth. From crafting buckskin to navigating by instinct, Ridge invites us into a world where connection to land replaces consumerism, and real environmentalism isn’t a trend—it’s a way of life. This conversation might just flip your perspective on what it means to be free. "Healing is a natural process that takes place so when we learn the place we're in and learn our place within it, it's a natural thing.” -Michael Ridge Click here to support Michael's incredible journey on BuyMeACoffee.com Click here to access Michael's informative content on Patreon Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    1h 5m
  5. Healing Your Trauma with Dance and Science - Featuring Move to Heal SD

    05/20/2025

    Healing Your Trauma with Dance and Science - Featuring Move to Heal SD

    What if dance could do more than entertain—what if it could heal? In this episode, we’re joined by Sydney Bartunek, founder of Move to Heal SD, to explore the powerful intersection of movement, trauma recovery, and science. Discover how dance is being used to support youth, promote emotional well-being, and build resilience in underserved communities. From evidence-based healing to ancestral wisdom, this conversation delivers fresh insight into the power of movement as medicine. "There are so many small ways that you can start and I think the most important thing is there's no right or wrong way.” -Sydney Bartunek Click here to learn more about Move to Heal SD Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    29 min
  6. The Body Fat Myth: What You're Not Being Told - Featuring Di Katz Shachar

    04/21/2025

    The Body Fat Myth: What You're Not Being Told - Featuring Di Katz Shachar

    What if everything you knew about body fat was wrong? In this episode, we’re joined by Di Katz Shachar to uncover the surprising truth about body fat, the growing concern of premature puberty, and how to build emotional intelligence and resilience in children. From hidden health risks to powerful strategies for growth, this conversation offers practical insight for anyone seeking clear, trusted information on health and development. Don’t miss it. "The one thing that people keep putting aside is their workout, which is what I think is the most important thing in the world.” -Di Katz Shachar Click here to learn more about Bodyholic Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    36 min
  7. How Kumeyaay Wisdom Can Bring You Harmony - Featuring Dr. Anthony Pico

    04/07/2025

    How Kumeyaay Wisdom Can Bring You Harmony - Featuring Dr. Anthony Pico

    Leadership begins with identity—and harmony sustains it. In this episode, we welcome esteemed Kumeyaay leader Dr. Anthony Pico, a U.S. veteran and former Viejas Tribal Chairman, to share timeless insights on cultural preservation, sovereignty, and community success. Discover how Dr. Pico guided Viejas to become a model of strength and resilience, and what true leadership rooted in tradition looks like today. Whether you're a tribal citizen, leader, or advocate for cultural healing, this conversation offers deep wisdom and practical inspiration. Tune in and honor the power of Kumeyaay knowledge and harmony. This is Part 1 with Dr. Pico. Stay tuned for Part 2! "If we did promote individualism, 10 thousand years later, we wouldn't be here.” -Dr. Anthony Pico Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    33 min
  8. Your Guide to Resilient Living - Featuring Meri McCoy-Thompson

    03/12/2025

    Your Guide to Resilient Living - Featuring Meri McCoy-Thompson

    Life is unpredictable, but resilience helps you thrive. In this episode, Dovetail Coach Meri McCoy-Thompson, MALD, shares expert insights on building resilience, shifting protective patterns, and fostering healing relationships. Discover practical tools to integrate gratitude, boost self-awareness, and apply Dovetail Learning’s approach to daily life. Whether you're a healthcare professional, community leader, or seeking personal growth, this episode offers powerful takeaways. Tune in and start your journey to resilient living today! "We have intentional skills that help us become better versions of ourselves.” -Meri McCoy-Thompson Click here to learn more about The Heart of Resilience book Click here to learn more about SIHC! Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here. Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

    35 min
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Welcome to Southern Indian Health Council's official podcast! Expert guests break down the complexities of important topics to help listeners learn how to enrich their own wellness. Some episodes will feature special guests from our Native community who are excited to share their life experiences and inspire new generations with their words.If you'd like to be a guest and share your story, send us an email to podcast@sihc.org to be featured on the next episode!

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  • Creator
    Southern Indian Health Council
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 It's Wellness Time
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