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The Connected Community: Exploring PossibilityAromatic Journeys: Exploring the World of IncenseIn this episode Alyssa Severeid takes listeners on a journey into the fascinating world of incense. From its ancient origins in Egypt to its modern-day use in spiritual practices, Alyssa shares insights into the history, making, and cultural significance of incense. She discusses the distinction between synthetic and natural incense, emphasizing the importance of choosing natural options for health and authenticity. Through exploring various types of incense, such as Tibetan and rope incense, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the diverse traditions and practices associated with burning aromatic plants. Alyssa also touches on the controversy surrounding Palo Santo and...2024-06-0638 min
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreSustainable Aromatics: Redefining IncenseIn this episode of the Incense Explorer Podcast, host Alyssa Severeid takes you on a journey through the world of aromatic wonders. Join us as we dive into the realm of incense, explore sustainability, and learn about a new line of botanical incense with a mission to change the industry for the better. Stay tuned for valuable insights, a call to action, and a commitment to transparency and ethical practices! Episode Highlights: Updates on Season Two, which will return later in the fall, likely in November Alyssa int...2023-09-2121 min
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreMemoir in a Perfume Bottle: A Journey into Japanese Incense with Maria McElroyIn this episode, we are joined by Maria McElroy, and she is just an utter delight. Maria has synthesized her love of blending colors and textures with her passion for scent. After receiving an MFA in painting from the San Francisco Art Institute, Maria continued her studies in Australia, becoming a certified aromatherapist. Later, she went on to live in Japan for seven years, where she studied Kodo (Japanese incense ceremony) and Japanese flower arrangement, along with other traditional Japanese arts. Maria shares her journey into the world of perfumery, inspired by her experiences with the rarefied incense ceremony...2023-08-0254 min
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreFrom Temples to Tombs: Exploring the Mystical World of Ancient Egyptian Incense with Shane ClaytonWelcome to Incense Explorer! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian incense practices with our special guest, Shane Clayton, an ancient Egypt aficionado and expert on fragrance, specifically incense. Shane discusses the usage of incense for purification and consecration of temple sanctuaries and the significance of different incense types. He reveals his experience of encountering the kyphi incense recipe on temple walls during his visit to Egypt. Tune in to learn about the sacred oils, the mystical rituals, and the mysteries of ancient Egypt's incense offerings. ...2023-07-201h 01
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreThe Power of Scent: Exploring the Sense of Smell with Frauke GaliaIn this episode, Alyssa welcomes her guest, Frauke Galia, who is known as the "smell lady" and an expert on the sense of smell. Frauke shares her journey of working in the fragrance industry and her passion for helping people use their sense of smell purposefully. She discusses the importance of the sense of smell for safety and its unique connection to emotions and memory. Learn about the tips on refining the sense of smell and training the nose to pick out nuanced fragrances, similar to a sommelier picking out flavors in wine. 2023-07-1341 min
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreFrom Roots to Rituals: Harnessing the Healing Power of Plants in Incense and Herbalism with Kerry HughesIn this episode, Alyssa welcomes guest Kerry, an ethnobotanist with a passion for plants, herbalism, and incense. Kerry explains how her love for plants started in her childhood, spending time in nature and developing a deep connection with the natural world. She initially pursued a career in medicine but discovered her true calling when she stumbled upon ethnobotany during her university studies. Kerry shares her experiences working in the herbalism and nutraceutical industries, particularly focusing on bringing new plants and plant products to the market. She highlights the importance of quality control and standardized practices i...2023-07-0552 min
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LorePreserving Incense's Fragrant Legacy: A Journey into Plant Sustainability with Kelly AblardIn this episode, Alyssa introduces Kelly Ablard, founder of Airmid Institute, and expert in aromatic plant sustainability. They discuss the lack of transparency in the incense industry regarding the sourcing of ingredients and the importance of demanding transparency from manufacturers. Kelly shares her experiences in Peru, where she worked with indigenous communities and went on an expedition to find wild populations of Rosewood, an endangered plant used for its aromatic properties. They discuss the significance of Rosewood and its role in perfumery, pharmaceuticals, and other industries. Kelly explains the challenges of sustainable sourcing and the i...2023-06-281h 08
Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreIncense Explorer TrailerIn this podcast trailer, host Alyssa Severeid introduces the new podcast "Incense Explore" and shares her passion for incense. She explains that while incense has a rich history and cultural significance, many people in the US and other Western countries are unfamiliar with it. Alyssa recognizes that the biggest challenge for newcomers to incense is the confusion surrounding the different styles, natural options, ingredients, sustainability concerns, and lack of oversight in the commercial incense industry. To address these issues, Alyssa has created "Incense Explore" as a platform to educate and inform listeners about the fascinating and often...2023-06-1504 minIncense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LoreFrom Aesthetics to Medicine: Exploring the Sacred Art of Incense in Tibetan Culture with Erik Jampa AndersonIn this episode, join hosts Alyssa and Erik as they delve into the fascinating world of Tibetan Medicine. Erik, a practitioner and enthusiast, shares his personal journey of discovering Tibetan Medicine, its impact on his health, and his deep involvement in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Discover the syncretic nature of Tibetan Medicine, its historical roots in the Silk Roads, and its integration of diverse knowledge traditions. Explore the ancient compendium of medical knowledge and its continued relevance in modern Tibetan Medicine practice. Tune in to gain insights into this rich and holistic healing tradition! ...2023-06-151h 11Incense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LorePt. 2 - From Ancient Origins to Modern Traditions: Exploring the World of Incense with Stephen HoffmanIn this episode, we continue the captivating conversation with our guest, Stephen Hoffman. If you haven't listened to episode one yet, we highly recommend going back and doing so first. You don't want to miss out on the insightful discussions we had in the first half. Episode Highlights: Stephen discusses the different traditions of incense in Buddhist and Taoist practices, including their unique processing methods. He shares his first encounter with incense while practicing kung fu, where he learned about setting up an altar and burning incense as part of the p...2023-06-1539 minIncense Explorer: A Deep Dive into Incense History, Culture, Ritual and LorePt. 1 - From Ancient Origins to Modern Traditions: Exploring the World of Incense with Stephen Hoffman In this inaugural episode, your host Alyssa is thrilled to introduce her very first guest, Stephen Hoffman, an expert in the world of incense. Their conversation on incense is so extensive that it has been divided into two parts to ensure you don't miss any of the fascinating insights. In Part 1, Alyssa and Stephen dive deep into the history of incense and the incense trade, uncovering its origins and evolution over time. Stephen, a lifelong student of various disciplines including martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine, and esoteric body knowledge, brings a wealth of in...2023-06-1532 min
The Whoa Podcast about Horses and HorsemanshipColic Surgery Decision with Listener Alyssa SevereidDecision to Have Colic Surgery Hearing the words colic, navicular, founder, or strangles strike fear into every horse owner. Colic happens when a horse's intestinal tract gets blocked. In most cases a vet can open/dissolve/remove the blockage with a variety of different techniques. When those fail however, one of the few remaining solutions is colic surgery. Alyssa Severeid had to make the tough decision about whether to have the vet perform colic surgery on her horse. The surgery is expensive. Little did Alyssa know the decision wasn't just about the surgery. The after care was not onl...2019-05-1421 min
The Whoa Podcast about Horses and HorsemanshipColic Surgery Decision with Listener Alyssa SevereidDecision to Have Colic Surgery Hearing the words colic, navicular, founder, or strangles strike fear into every horse owner. Colic happens when a horse's intestinal tract gets blocked. In most cases a vet can open/dissolve/remove the blockage with a variety of different techniques. When those fail however, one of the few remaining solutions is colic surgery. Alyssa Severeid had to make the tough decision about whether to have the vet perform colic surgery on her horse. The surgery is expensive. Little did Alyssa know the decision wasn't just about the surgery. The after care was not onl...2019-05-1421 min