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Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanWalking with Community: Health, Family, and Responsibility w/ Dr. Pamela WilliamsonThis episode features Dr. Pamela Williamson, a member of Moose Deer Point First Nation and the Sturgeon Clan (N'me N'Dodem). She was raised on, and currently lives on, Mnidoo Mnising (Manitoulin Island), Ontario. She is the mother of three adult children and two grandchildren, and has been married for over 46 years. Prior to retiring from full-time work, Dr. Williamson served as the Senior Administrator of Noojmowin Teg Health Centre, an Indigenous primary health care organization composed of a multidisciplinary team serving First Nation and Indigenous community members across Espanola and the Manitoulin Island District. In this role...
2026-02-1143 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanConversations from the Southwestern Ontario First Nations & Inuit Cultural Practitioner GatheringThis episode features Liz Akiwenzie, Dr. Nicole Redvers, Pam Plain, Joanne Jackson, Glenna Jacobs, Toni Murphy, and R. Doug George, recorded at the Southwestern Ontario First Nations and Inuit Cultural Practitioner Gathering. Liz Akiwenzie was raised in Chippewa of Nawash and lives in southwestern Ontario. She is Ojibway on her father's side and Oneida on her mother's side. Her spirit names are Nistangekwe (Understanding Woman) in Ojibway and Day^ya yut do La doe (She Who Reasons and Sees Both Sides) in Oneida. With over 40 years of learning in cultural ways of being, she is recognized as a K...
2026-01-1442 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanTwo-Eyed Seeing: A Path Toward Balance, Healing, and Kinship w/ Albert MarshallThis episode features Dr. Albert Marshall, Mi'kmaq Elder and co-creator of Two-Eyed Seeing. Dr. Marshall is a respected Elder from the Moose Clan of the Mi'kmaw Nation and lives in the community of Eskasoni in Unama'ki (Cape Breton), Nova Scotia. A fluent speaker of the Mi'kmaq language, he is a passionate advocate for cross-cultural understanding, healing, and our collective responsibility to care for all beings and our Earth Mother. He is recognized as the "designated voice" for Mi'kmaw Elders of Unama'ki on environmental matters. Dr. Marshall is the co-creator of the influential guiding principle Etuaptumk, or Two-Eyed...
2025-12-0335 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanWestern Medicine Meets Indigenous Healing w/ Dr. Annelind WakegijigThis episode features Dr. Annelind Wakegijig, an Anishinaabe family physician and the Lead Physician at the Baawaating Family Health Team in Batchewana First Nation near Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. A graduate of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, she has dedicated her career to improving health outcomes in Indigenous communities through culturally safe and community-based care. Dr. Wakegijig is deeply committed to integrating Indigenous knowledge systems and healing practices within Western medical frameworks. Her work emphasizes relationship-based medicine building trust, respect, and understanding between patients and providers while recognizing the importance of land, language, and spirit in hol...
2025-11-1235 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanTwo-Spirit Journey: Healing Through Story w/ Ma-Nee ChacabyThis episode features Ma-Nee Chacaby, a Two-Spirit Ojibwe-Cree Elder, activist, and author from Ombabika, near Lake Nipigon in northwestern Ontario. A survivor of both colonial and personal trauma, she has dedicated her life to sharing stories of resilience, cultural reclamation, and community healing. Her acclaimed memoir, A Two-Spirit Journey: The Autobiography of a Lesbian Ojibwa-Cree Elder, chronicles her experiences growing up in the bush, surviving residential school and addiction, and embracing her identity as a Two-Spirit woman. Through her advocacy, teachings, and storytelling, Chacaby continues to inspire dialogue on Indigenous rights, gender diversity, and intergenerational healing. http...
2025-10-1531 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanJustice, Healing, and Culture w/ Vincent PawisThis episode features Vincent Pawis ('Vince'), an Elder of Shawanaga First Nation. He founded White Buffalo Healing Lodge in 2005 when he served as a Native Inmate Liaison Officer at the Sudbury Jail. Vince was instrumental in founding its Elder Assisted Aboriginal Circle Parole Hearings, a program allowing offenders to be heard in a setting that reflects their values and traditions in their rehabilitation. Counselling work with offenders begins from the point of incarceration to subsequent preparation for parole hearings. Subsequently, White Buffalo's structured programs prepare parolee clients for release with aftercare programs, employment, training, and community integration...
2025-09-1744 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanA Gathering at St. Joseph's Care Group This episode features Ron Linklater, Brenda Mason, Randy Sewap, Dieter Sainnawap, and Nelly Mesenegeeshik, who were all participants in an Elders and Healers Gathering hosted by St. Joseph's Care Group in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Ron Linklater is a respected Knowledge Keeper and educator dedicated to sharing traditional teachings and supporting community wellness. With decades of experience in Indigenous education, Ron brings a grounded, compassionate presence to conversations about healing, cultural identity, and the importance of reconnecting to the land and ceremony. Brenda Mason is a passionate community healer and advocate for Indigenous wellness and mental...
2025-06-111h 07Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanFinding the Way Forward w/ Fred KellyThis episode features Fred Kelly, a respected Anishinaabe Elder from the Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation in northwestern Ontario. A survivor of the Indian Residential School system, Kelly has dedicated his life to healing, advocacy, and advancing the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. He was a key figure in the negotiation and implementation of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, and has worked extensively as a spiritual advisor, mediator, and educator. With decades of experience in leadership, both at the grassroots and national levels, Fred Kelly continues to be a vital voice in truth and reconciliation efforts. His...
2025-05-1457 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanCultural Influences on Métis Identity w/ Tony BelcourtThis episode features Tony Belcourt, a trailblazing Métis leader and advocate for Indigenous rights in Canada. As the founding president of both the Métis Nation of Ontario and the Native Council of Canada, Tony shares powerful stories of political organizing, cultural resilience, and the long journey toward recognition and justice for Métis people. With wisdom drawn from decades of leadership, he reflects on the importance of identity, community, and the enduring strength of Indigenous nations. http://amshealthcare.ca/
2025-04-1648 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanN'doo'owe Binesi: Voices of Anishinaabe Healing with Reena Larabee and Aaron Therriault - Part 2This episode features Part 2 of 2 with Reena Larabee and Aaron Therriault. Reena Larabee is a Child and Youth worker and has been working on implementing Culture and Traditional Healing within many settings over the past 15 years. Reena currently manages Nanaandawe'ewin Traditional Healing with a two-eyed seeing approach at St. Joseph's Care Group. Aaron Therriault is a gifted Traditional Drum Keeper and Knowledge Keeper, Aaron carries a deep connection to his culture, sharing his wisdom and traditions with those around him. Aaron serves as an Elder for several organizations in Thunder Bay, including the Og...
2025-03-1245 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanN'doo'owe Binesi: Voices of Anishinaabe Healing with Paul Francis Jr. - Part 1This episode features Part 1 of 2 with Paul Francis Jr. the Vice President of N'doo'owe Binesi (Healing Thunderbird), the Indigenous Health, Partnerships and Wellness division of St. Joseph's Care Group in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Paul is a graduate of the Master of Social Work Indigenous Field of Study Program at Wilfrid Laurier University, is a registered social worker and a member in good standing with the OCSWSSW. Paul is committed to his Anishinaabe spiritual practices and enjoys attending and helping with traditional ceremonies. Paul believes in the power of integrating Indigenous healing practices within the mainstream hea...
2025-03-1250 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanBridging Traditions and Modern Challenges w/ David NewhouseThis episode features David Newhouse, an Onondaga from the Six Nations of the Grand River community near Brantford, Ontario. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Western Ontario. Since 1993, he has served as a Professor of Indigenous Studies and Chair of the Chanie Wenjack School for Indigenous Studies at Trent University. He was also the inaugural Principal of Peter Gzowski College at Trent. David Newhouse shares his profound insights on Indigenous governance, education, and knowledge systems. As a respected scholar and leader in Indigenous studies, he reflects on...
2025-02-121h 00Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanThe Strength of the Land: An Indigenous Perspective w/ Dr. Kathy Absolon This episode features Dr. Kathy Absolon, an Anishinaabe kwe and Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University. She is a scholar and leader in Indigenous methodologies, cultural reclamation, and land-based healing. Growing up in the bush, Kathy developed a deep connection to the land and the Creator—experiences that shaped her identity and informed her life's work. Throughout her journey, she has navigated the challenges posed by the education system and the legacy of residential schools within her family, drawing strength from her spiritual relationship with the earth and her commitment to community. Kathy's profound cultural awakening and he...
2025-01-221h 18Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanAnishinaabe Wisdom: Lessons with Edna Manitowabi - Part 2This episode features part 2 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island. A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation. Edna's profound contributions h...
2024-12-1255 min
Witness to Yesterday (The Champlain Society Podcast on Canadian History)An Accidental History of CanadaNicole O’Byrne speaks with Geoff Hudson, Megan Davies, John Belshaw, Darrel Manitowabi, and Sasha Mullally about An Accidental History of Canada published by McGill-Queen’s University Press in 2024.
An Accidental History of Canada explores the often overlooked smaller-scale accidents in Canadian history, from the 1630s to the 1970s. Covering incidents in workplaces, homes, and leisure activities, the book examines how these events reveal vulnerabilities, inequalities, and power dynamics in colonial, Indigenous, rural, and urban contexts. It contrasts Indigenous and settler views on accidents, linking them to the rise of the modern state. The volume argues that accidents, whether seen as f...
2024-12-0638 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanAnishinaabe Wisdom: Lessons with Edna Manitowabi - Part 1This episode features part 1 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island. A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation. Edna's pr...
2024-12-0445 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanResilience and Reverence, Tradition and Transformation w/ Jerry FontaineThis episode features Jerry Fontaine, an esteemed Anishinaabe scholar, author, and community leader from the Sagkeeng First Nation. Known for his dedication to Indigenous sovereignty and environmental justice, Jerry has spent decades working to protect Indigenous rights, traditional lands, and cultural heritage. His work centres on reclaiming and revitalizing Anishinaabe knowledge systems, blending academic rigour with ancestral wisdom to advocate for Indigenous rights. As an author, Jerry has published significant works that explore Indigenous governance, intergenerational resilience, and the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. His commitment to empowering Indigenous youth, preserving language, and advancing community well-being reflects...
2024-11-0647 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanIn Harmony with Nature: Hunting, Healing, and Creating w/ Randy TrudeauThis episode features Randy Trudeau. Randy Trudeau is a hunter, trapper, fisher, artist, and traditional medicine harvester from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, located in Northeastern Ontario. Deeply connected to the land and its teachings, Randy's life revolves around Indigenous practices and traditional ways of living. As a skilled hunter and trapper, he has extensive knowledge of the land's resources and cycles, which he combines with expertise in fishing and traditional medicine harvesting. Randy's art draws inspiration from the natural world and his deep-rooted cultural heritage. His work reflects the beauty and wisdom of his community's t...
2024-10-1043 min
Two Row MedicinePart 2 The Healing Alliance. Western Medicine Meets Indigenous TraditionsJoin Darrel Manitowabi and I for part 2 of the Healing Alliance. This episode highlights valuable insights shared during the gathering in the form of stories.
2024-09-3041 minTwo Row MedicinePart 1 The Healing Alliance- Western medicine meets Indigenous traditionsIn June 2024 a group of Traditional Medicine Practitioners and Indigenous Physicians gathered at Six Nations of the Grand River Territory to talk about bringing together their respective practices for the good of the people. Join Darrel Manitowabi and I as we ask attendees to share their views during this historic event.
2024-09-3046 min
Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanThe Healing Alliance: Western Medicine Meets Indigenous Traditions, Part TwoWelcome to part two of this two-part special, co-hosted with Dr. Karen Hill of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and host of Two Row Medicine podcast. Two Row Medicine is a new podcast navigating relationships from a traditional Indigenous perspective in the 21st century. On June 8th and 9th, 2024, Indigenous healers, elders, health administrators, and physicians gathered at the Six Nations of the Grand River in Southern Ontario to discuss strategies for addressing the growing demand for Indigenous healers. It was the third gathering, with the previous two taking place on Manitoulin...
2024-09-3041 min
Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanThe Healing Alliance: Western Medicine Meets Indigenous Traditions, Part OneWelcome to part one of this two-part special, co-hosted with Dr. Karen Hill of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and host of Two Row Medicine podcast. Two Row Medicine is a new podcast navigating relationships from a traditional Indigenous perspective in the 21st century. On June 8th and 9th, 2024, Indigenous healers, elders, health administrators, and physicians gathered at the Six Nations of the Grand River in Southern Ontario to discuss strategies for addressing the growing demand for Indigenous healers. It was the third gathering, with the previous two taking place on Manitoulin...
2024-09-3046 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanReclaiming the Knowledge and Practices of the People w/ Dr. Marlene Pierre and Jeordi PierreThis episode features Dr. Marlene Pierre and Jeordi Pierre of S.O.I.L. - The School for Indigenous Learning in Neebing, Ontario. Dr. Marlene Pierre is a respected Elder and community leader from Thunder Bay, deeply rooted in her Anishinaabe heritage. With decades of experience in education, healthcare, and cultural preservation, Dr. Pierre has dedicated her life to revitalizing Indigenous knowledge and traditions. Jeordi Pierre, son of Dr. Marlene Pierre, is a dedicated advocate for Indigenous education and cultural preservation. Raised in Thunder Bay, Jeordi has been immersed in the teachings of his Anishinaabe he...
2024-09-111h 15Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanHealing the Past to Guide the Future w/ Ernie and Charlotte KwandibensThis episode features Ernie and Charlotte Kwandibens. They are esteemed Indigenous elders and community leaders, renowned for their unwavering dedication to cultural preservation, education, and environmental stewardship. Born and raised within their traditional lands, Ernie a member of Whitesand First Nation, and Charlotte a member of the Waswanabe First Nation, have committed their lives to advocating for the rights and well-being of Indigenous peoples. With a wealth of knowledge passed down through generations, Ernie and Charlotte serve as vital bridges between the past and the present. Together, they share stories of resilience, survival, and the profound wisdom of...
2024-07-101h 11Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanThe Fine Line Between Traditional Healing and Western Medicine w/ Esstin McLeodThis episode features Esstin McLeod. Esstin (Niganobe), an Anishinaabe Kwe from the Mississaugi First Nations in Mid-Northern Ontario, is a Healer and Medicine Practitioner. She offers spiritual consultations and remedies to Native healthcare centers in Northern Ontario. In her role as a Medicine Practitioner, Esstin provides plant-based remedies and instructional guidance. As a Healer, she works with spiritual energies, drawing on ceremonial practices and the teachings of Anishinaabe Elders. With 30 years of study and experience, Esstin has developed a workshop series called "Anishinaabe Wisdom Healing." She also leads Anishinaabe women's retreats and healing workshops, utilizing...
2024-06-1241 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanIncorporating Traditional Healing into Practice w/ Dr. Karen HillThis episode features Dr. Karen Hill. Karenna'onwe (Gaw-law-naw-oo-way) – Dr. Karen Hill is Mohawk from Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. She is the mother of two sons and step-mother to five daughters. She currently has 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandsons. She completed medical school in 2003 and Family Medicine Residency in 2005 - both from McMaster University. Prior to her medical career Karen worked to write curriculum and develop post-secondary programming at Six Nations Polytechnic, an Indigenous led post-secondary institution in her home community. Karen's passion is to see Traditional Indigenous Knowledge return to the centre of life for Indigenous...
2024-05-0851 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanDecolonizing Education: Impact on Indigenous Communities w/ Dr. Renee LinklaterThis episode features Renee Linklater, a PhD who is a member of Rainy River First Nations in Northwestern Ontario. She has over 25 years of experience working with Indigenous healing agencies and First Nation communities. Renee has worked across the health and education sectors as a frontline worker, program evaluator, curriculum developer, educator/trainer, and researcher. She is an international speaker on trauma and healing and is the author of Decolonizing trauma work: Indigenous stories and strategies and editor of Connected in Creation: A Collection of Lived Experience through Cultural Expression. Renee is the Senior Director of Shkaabe Makwa - C...
2024-04-1054 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanAncestral Echoes: A Journey to Reconciliation and Healing w/ Isaac MurdochThis episode features Isaac Murdoch, also known by his Ojibwe name Manzinapkinegego'anaabe / Bombgiizhik, who hails from the Fish Clan and belongs to the Serpent River First Nation. Raised in the traditional lifestyle of hunting, fishing, and trapping, he dedicated many years to learning from Elders in the northern regions of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Isaac is highly regarded as a storyteller and custodian of traditional knowledge. Over the years, he has taken a leading role in organizing workshops and cultural camps, with a particular focus on passing down wisdom to the younger generation. His expertise extends to...
2024-03-1351 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanNurturing Ojibwe Wisdom through Language RevitalizationThis episode features Dr. Wendy Makoons Geniusz, who hails from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and has ancestral roots in the Cree community of Manitoba. Currently serving as a professor at York University in Toronto, Ontario, Dr. Geniusz has been actively involved in projects aimed at revitalizing Ojibwe language and culture in Indigenous communities across the Great Lakes Region. All of Dr. Geniusz's publications and research are dedicated to developing tools for the decolonization of Indigenous language and culture, with a particular emphasis on the revitalization efforts. She is the author of "Our Knowledge is Not Primitive: Decolonizing Botanical Anishinaabe...
2024-02-2842 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanMental Wellness and Renewed Frameworks w/ Dr. Carol HopkinsThis episode features Dr. Carol Hopkins from the Lenape Nation at Moraviantown, Ontario. Dr. Hopkins is the CEO of the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation. She is host of the podcast, Mino Bimaadiziwin. Carol was appointed Officer of the Order of Canada in 2018. In 2019, she was recognized with an honorary Doctor of Laws from Western University. Carol has spent more than 20 years in the field of First Nations addictions and mental health. She holds both a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto and a degree in Sacred Indigenous Knowledge, equivalent to a PhD in western based educatio...
2023-11-2948 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanFinding The Balance Of Your Being w/ Perry McLeod-ShabogesicThis episode features Perry McLeod-Shabogesic of the "Crane Clan" is an Ojibway Anishinabe from N'biising (Nipissing) First Nation (NFN). He has been a artist, cartoonist, writer, traditional helper, medicine harvester and cultural resource person in and around his community for many years. Perry's spirit name is "Aandzooked", which means "Teller of sacred stories" in Ojibway. In this episode, Perry shares stories of Indigenous Medicine from his childhood, finding and picking a plant medicine in the wild that his Grandmother used, and discuss the balance to embrace all medicines, including Indigenous and Western. Perry McLeod-Shabogesic:
2023-11-2245 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanLearning Our Teachings For Our Own Survival w/ Dr. Ed ConnorsThis episode features Dr. Ed Connors, an Indigenous Psychologist of Mohawk ancestry from Kahnawake Mohawk Territory. He has worked with First Nations communities across Canada since 1982, in both urban and rural centres. His work over this time includes being Clinical Director for an infant mental health centre in the City of Regina, and Director for the Sacred Circle, a suicide prevention program developed to serve First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. Dr. Connors' most recent work has involved development of Indigenous Life Promotion Projects that includes Feather Carriers Leadership for Life Promotion. Dr. Connors works with Elders and has ap...
2023-08-301h 23Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanOnaubinisay, Walks Above the Ground pt2 w/Jim DumontThis episode is the second part, featuring Jim Dumont, also known as Onaubinisay, meaning Walks Above the Ground. Jim Dumont is an internationally renowned Elder, speaker and traditional knowledge keeper. He is known as the Gichi-aya'aag, the Elder of the Elders and the Eastern Doorway of The Three Fires Midewiwin Lodge. In 2011, Jim was awarded a Doctor of Sacred Letters, the first of its kind at the University of Sudbury for his work in establishing the Department of Native Studies and designing and delivering the Indigenous knowledge courses. In 2015, he received a Doctorate of Anishinaabeg philosophy from the Seventh...
2023-07-2618 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanOnaubinisay, Walks Above the Ground pt1 w/Jim DumontThis episode features Jim Dumont, also known as Onaubinisay, meaning Walks Above the Ground. Jim Dumont is an internationally renowned Elder, speaker and traditional knowledge keeper. He is known as the Gichi-aya'aag, the Elder of the Elders and the Eastern Doorway of The Three Fires Midewiwin Lodge. In 2011, Jim was awarded a Doctor of Sacred Letters, the first of its kind at the University of Sudbury for his work in establishing the Department of Native Studies and designing and delivering the Indigenous knowledge courses. In 2015, he received a Doctorate of Anishinaabeg philosophy from the Seventh Generation Institute, and the...
2023-07-1947 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanHow Indigenous Healing Intersects with Biomedicine w/ Diane LongboatThis episode features Diane Longboat, a member of the Turtle Clan and Mohawk Nation At Six Nations Grand River Territory, Ontario. She is a Ceremonial Leader, traditional teacher, healer, an elder. Diane is founder of Soul of the Mother, a healing lodge on the shores of the Grand River and Six Nations and has extensive relationships with First Nations in Canada and the United States. Diane is a professional educator with a master's degree in education, and has taught at universities and is a well known speaker on the topic of Traditional Indigenous knowledge systems and spirituality as the...
2023-06-2148 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanThe Power of Spirit Can Facilitate Healing w/Hilton KingThe second episode of "Indigenous Medicine Stories," showcases the inspiring journey of Hilton King, an Indigenous helper with a vast background in Indigenous mental health, addictions, justice, and child welfare, who currently dedicates his expertise to the Indigenous child and family services sector. As a trained social worker, Hilton humbly shares his personal experience of recovering from addictions through the transformative power of traditional healing. In this episode, he takes us on a profound exploration of Indigenous storytelling and the profound influence of spirit in facilitating healing. Hilton's authentic storytelling and deep connection to his Indigenous roots offer listeners...
2023-06-1540 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanAn Introduction to Indigenous Medicine StoriesThis inaugural episode of "Indigenous Medicine Stories," features Dr. Darrel Manitowabi, the Hannah Chair in Indigenous Health and Indigenous Traditional Medicine at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, as our guest and host of the podcast. "Indigenous Medicine Stories" is a groundbreaking podcast that delves deep into the rich tapestry of Indigenous medicine practices, exploring their historical significance, cultural relevance, and contemporary applications. Through conversations with experts, healers, and community leaders, we aim to provide a platform for sharing and celebrating Indigenous knowledge, wisdom, and healing traditions. Our host, Dr. D...
2023-06-1518 minIndigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaanWelcome to Indigenous Medicine StoriesIndigenous Medicine Stories Podcast is a collaboration between AMS Healthcare and the Jason A. Hannah Chair in the History of Indigenous Health and Indigenous Traditional Medicine at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine University. It is hosted by Dr. Darrel Manitowabi, the NOSM-AMS Hannah Chair in the History of Indigenous Health and Indigenous Traditional Medicine . Indigenous Medicine Stories aims to educate health professionals and the public about Indigenous healing. The podcast will highlight the lived experiences of Indigenous Knowledge holders, healers, and Elders and help professionals who practice Indigenous healing. Since time...
2023-06-1103 min