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Culture is HealingNothing About Us Without Us with Katie MarrenSeason 3 of Culture is Healing is closing out with this powerful finale!
George Harris Jr. sits down with Katie Marren—a Cree-Métis, English, and Irish educator, mother, and District Principal of Indigenous Education—to explore how culture and education can create healing for Indigenous young ones and communities as a whole.
Katie opens up about her personal story and shares how important Indigenous voices, language revitalization, and cultural ceremonies are in creating trust and reconciliation.
We are taking a break for the holidays and will be back with more conversations and teachings on Janua...
2025-12-091h 08
Culture is Healing#31 - Healing Across Generations with Waubgeshig RiceThis week’s guest is Waubgeshig Rice!
George and Waub share teachings about how healing moves between generations.
The episode shares guidance on participating in cultural renewal without appropriation and speaks to the responsibility that comes with engaging with culture respectfully.
2025-12-0250 min
Culture is Healing#30 - Guidance for Moving Through Trauma with Nola JeffreyGeorge Harris Jr. and Nola Jeffrey reflect on the healing ceremonies, cleansing practices, and community teachings that have supported their experiences with trauma.
They emphasize the importance of daily self-care—especially for those in helping roles—and offer simple cultural practices anyone can use to release the heaviness felt inside and find grounding.
This conversation also shares the work happening at Tsow-Tun Le Lum, where cultural teachings and community support people through recovery in meaningful, accessible ways.
2025-11-2554 min
Culture is Healing#29 - How Youth Thrive Through Cultural Connection with Kelsey Crawford In this week’s conversation, George Harris Jr. and educator Kelsey Crawford explore how cultural healing, community support, and everyday acts of presence can transform the lives of Indigenous youth.
Together, they reflect on the power of elders, regalia, music, and seasonal teachings in helping young people build identity, confidence, and connection.
Their discussion offers practical insights for educators and community members committed to creating safe, culturally grounded spaces where youth can truly thrive.
2025-11-181h 18
Culture is Healing#28 - Wisdom From The Fire with Rachael HuntIn this episode of Culture Is Healing, Rachael Hunt and George Harris Jr. talk about what it means to return home — to culture, ceremony, and community.
Rachael shares ancestral wisdom and teachings from the Eighth Fire.
The conversation is a call to remember that culture isn’t something we practice once in a while — it’s something we live.
Whether through prayer, gratitude, or presence, every moment can become ceremony.
2025-11-041h 20
Culture is Healing#27 - What Our Ancestors Teach Us About Resilience with Jenn SmithIn this episode of Culture is Healing, George Harris Jr. sits down with Jenn Smith of the Tlowitsis Nation, a leader in Indigenous Cultural Safety and reconciliation work.
Together, they speak about how self-love can be an act of reclamation and how personal journeys of cultural connection are vital for identity and healing.
Jenn shares how ancestral teachings, truth-telling, and community care help repair what colonialism tried to take — reminding us that healing deepens when culture is at the centre of our lives.
2025-10-2837 min
Culture is Healing#26 - Bringing Culture and Language into the Classroom with Colleen MullinEducation can be a place of deep healing when guided by culture, story, and community.
George and his friend Colleen Mullin share a conversation about bringing Indigenous language, teachings, and community connection into education in meaningful ways.
George reflects on moments of racism and insensitivity he faced as a student, and how those experiences shaped his commitment to creating safer, more understanding learning spaces.
They speak on the progress that has been made, the care it takes to do this work well, and how storytelling continues to open doors for healing and understanding.
2025-10-2144 min
Culture is Healing#25 - Lessons from the Canoe with Gabriel George Sr.Gabriel George Sr. speaks to canoeing as a teacher — one that carries lessons of discipline, unity, and spirit.
He reflects on how revitalizing language has restored strength and pride to his community.
He points to the guidance of elders, who remind us that healing also means breaking harmful cycles and choosing a different way forward.
At the heart of it all, Gabe emphasizes that love and connection to culture are what make reconciliation possible.
2025-10-1456 minCulture is Healing#24 - Using Creativity to Move Through Trauma and Recovery with Benjamin Lewis“Art and music helped me survive.”
This week, George shares a raw conversation with Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw’s Benjamin Lewis.
Ben opens up about his recovery from addiction, sharing the story that led him to hosting his own 12-step meetings. He also talks about how turning back to culture and creativity became his way through.
For Ben, art and music aren’t just passions — they’re lifelines.
In this episode, he shares some of his songs — honest, heavy pieces that speak to the realities of residential schools, abuse, and what it means to li
2025-10-081h 29
Culture is Healing#23 - Why Patience is the Heart of Storytelling with Tchadas LeoThis week’s episode with Tchadas Leo is packed with teachings to help us reach our fullest potential.
He talks about how smudging became a foundation in his reconnection to culture, and how patience can transform everything — the way we live, the way we create, and the way we heal.
Tchadas also shares why joy and purpose are not optional, but essential parts of healing and living well.
2025-09-2354 min
Culture is Healing#22 - Every Performance Is A Connection To Our Roots with Cal Swustus Jr.This week’s guest is family—George’s brother-in-law, Cal Swustus Jr., from Cowichan Tribes.
Cal shares how he navigates walking in two worlds - Indigenous and Western.
Listeners will hear teachings on rites of passage, the guidance of Elders, and how storytelling and performance are great tools for moving through grief and growth.
Cal nudges listeners to lean on culture as a source of healing and to carry it forward for the generations to come.
2025-09-1635 min
Culture is Healing#21 - Signs From Loved Ones with Richard Van CampRichard Van Camp and George Harris Jr. share a conversation about the signs we receive from those who have passed on.
They speak to how oral storytelling, cultural practices, and creative projects carry us through loss.
Richard reflects on his experiences as a Tłı̨chǫ storyteller and author, and on the ways culture connects us across generations.
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2025-09-091h 21
Culture is HealingSeason 2 Finale: Learning to Listen, Learning to Ask — with BC BobIn the final episode of Season 2, host George Harris Jr. sits down with storyteller and TV host Bob Kronbauer—better known as BC Bob—for a conversation rooted in stories—about learning, and unlearning.
They share about how salmon, harvesting and food have brought people together in their lives and created deeper understanding.
Bob shares about his own learning path as a non-Indigenous person building relationships with Indigenous communities—speaking about what it means to show up with respect, ask questions, and commit to lifelong learning.
The truth that was woven into this episode i...
2025-08-191h 02
Culture is Healing#19 - Family as the First Teacher with Iona HarrisThis week’s episode of Culture is Healing feels a little closer to home — because George’s guest is his sister, Iona Harris.
They share memories from their upbringing in Stz’uminus First Nation. They share how, in their home, culture has always been a way of life, and family a built-in support system and source of teachings.
Iona also brings forward her own teachings — shaped by her community and her time in social work at a delegated Aboriginal agency.
The conversation is a reflection of how healing begins within family and ripples outward in...
2025-08-1238 min
Culture is Healing#18 - Family Is What Makes You Rich with Qwuy’um’aat ElliottWhat grounds you when life gets hard?
For Qwuy’um’aat (Eyvette Elliott), it’s culture and family.
In this episode, Qwuy’um’aat offers reflections shaped by her experience as an Indigenous mother. Her snuw’uy’ulh (teachings) speak to how you can live in alignment with your values, carry wisdom forward to the next generation, and prioritize time for healing through connection.
This episode is a soft place to land for anyone navigating parenthood, holding grief and joy at once, or simply needing a reminder that you are not walking alone.
2025-08-061h 08
Culture is HealingConnecting Outwards, Looking Inwards with Ariana Fotinakis and Vanessa LesperanceThis conversation goes beyond the idea that culture heals — it asks how we live that truth in our everyday lives.
Vanessa Lesperance is a Métis woman originally from Treaty 1 territory, and Ariana Fotinakis is Anishinaabe. Both speak candidly about what it means to reclaim culture when you weren’t raised in it, and the messy, sacred work of navigating identity as women of mixed Indigenous heritage.
They reflect on how language, humour, grief, and even rage can be part of the healing — and why reclaiming culture isn’t about perfection, but participation.
Alongside...
2025-07-2954 min
Culture is Healing#16 - How Elders and Children Keep Language Alive with Victoria FraserCarrying the names and languages of our ancestors — especially when we didn’t grow up with them — is a powerful kind of healing.
In this episode, Victoria Fraser (Siqaltunaat) shares what it means to walk with language — as a learner, teacher, and descendant. She reflects on the grief and beauty of reconnecting with culture, and how both children and elders play a vital role in keeping language and teachings alive.
Our words, stories, and teachings carry power — and that healing begins with remembering who we are.
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2025-07-2248 min
Culture is Healing#15 - Language Is More Than Just Words with Kalila George-WilsonWhat does it mean to carry your culture forward while still learning it yourself?
Kalila George-Wilson of Tsleil-waututh Nation joins George to talk about the teachings that live in everyday moments.
From the kitchen table to the classroom, Kalila shares how ceremony, nature, and ancestral guidance have shaped her path.
This episode is a reminder that healing and learning often go hand in hand—and that culture lives in how we speak, listen, and show up for one another.
2025-07-151h 17
Culture is Healing#14 - Learning to Take Up Space with Care with Carrie LambWhat does it mean to reclaim identity after generations of disruption?
In this episode, George is joined by detani hoshis tsekwi ( Carrie Lamb), an Indigenous HR leader and co-founder of Sacred Workplaces, for a personal conversation about the long road back to cultural connection.
Carrie opens up about her childhood trauma, spiritual awakenings, and the teachings that have shaped her work in transforming colonial systems from within.
They share teachings about how ancestral wisdom lives in our DNA, how cultural practices can guide us through grief, and why leadership rooted in Indigenous values i...
2025-07-081h 02
Culture is Healing#13 - Cold Water as Ceremony with Thomas George Jr.George sits down with Smulthun (Thomas George Jr.), a cultural practitioner from Halalt First Nation with deep roots across the Coast Salish world. Known for his work in men’s wellness, sweat lodge ceremonies, and youth support, Smulthun reflects on how cold water baths, traditional medicine, and ancestral teachings have guided his healing.
He shares teachings from his grandmother, takeaways from years of spiritual practice, and what it means to carry cultural knowledge with care and accountability.
This episode reminds us that healing isn’t always loud or visible — sometimes, it looks like water, medicine, ceremony...
2025-07-011h 00
Culture is Healing#12 - The Sacred Power Of What We Eat with Jared Qwustenuxun WilliamsIn this episode of Culture is Healing, we sit down with Indigenous food sovereignty advocate, chef and storyteller Qwustenuxun.
Rooted in Salish culture and drawing from over a decade of experience cooking for Elders in his home community of Quw’utsun, Qwustenuxun shares powerful reflections on the spiritual, cultural, and communal role of food.
From inherited teachings to the sacred responsibility of preparing food with care, this conversation explores how nourishment goes far beyond the physical—and how ancestral knowledge continues to guide us in kitchens, in ceremony, and in life.
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2025-06-2435 minCulture is Healing#11 - You Don’t Have To Be Perfect To Belong with Len PierreFor our first episode of season 2, George is joined by Len Pierre - Puleeqweluck, a Coast Salish educator, consultant, and knowledge sharer from Katzie First Nation.
Len is an award-winning entrepreneur, professor, TEDx Speaker, and social change-maker whose work focuses on decolonization, reconciliation, and transforming education systems.
We speak about the path of cultural reconnection — the fears that come with it, the healing found in ceremony, and the deep importance of identity, belonging, and access.
Len shares what it means to approach culture as a way of being, not a standard to meet. Th...
2025-06-1759 min
Culture is Healing#10 - Everyday Practices to Stay Rooted in Culture with Montana FoxAs the final episode of Season 1, this conversation brings us back to the heart of what Culture Is Healing is all about.
Montana Fox, an Anishinaabe writer, bead weaver, and Community Engagement Manager at CheckingIn, joins us for a conversation on identity, belonging, and culture.
Together with George Harris Jr., she reflects on the quiet, everyday practices that help her stay rooted in who she is and where she comes from.
From ceremony to small acts of care, this episode is a reminder that culture lives in how we choose to show up...
2025-05-2744 min
Culture is Healing#9 - What Community Taught Me That School Never Did with Cameron ParkThis week on Culture is Healing, George Harris Jr. sits down with Cameron Park, an educator who is a settler who spent over 20 years learning from the Stz’uminus First Nation community.
From language and ceremony to grief and generosity, Cameron reflects on the teachings that shaped him—lessons you won’t find in any textbook.
It’s a conversation about showing up with heart, earning trust, and learning in ways that leave a mark for life.
2025-05-201h 00
Culture is Healing#8 - Raising the Next Generation with Teachings with Atawni HallGeorge is joined by Atawni Hall of Sq’ewlets First Nation—a mother of five and Program Coordinator for q’eyéx.
Atawni speaks openly about her path to sobriety, and how movement, ceremony, and language have supported her healing. She reflects on breaking harmful cycles, raising her children with teachings, and staying grounded in who she is becoming.
She also shares how life in Sq’ewlets looks a little different—how the Nation is made up of people from many territories, and how, without their own traditional songs and dances, they create space for traditions...
2025-05-1345 min
Culture is Healing#7 - Ancestral Resilience, Carried Forward with Ryan BoyerThis week’s episode is rooted in resilience.
George Harris Jr. and Ryan Boyer reflect on their personal paths of reconnecting to identity, community, and ancestral teachings.
Ryan, a counsellor of mixed Celtic, Norse, Slavic, and Cherokee ancestry, shares perspectives shaped by his work in First Nations mental health and his own healing journey.
They speak to the emotional and spiritual healing that happens when we’re seen, when we’re heard, and when we’re held in culture.
This episode reminds us that resilience isn’t always loud—it can be found in q...
2025-05-061h 00
Culture is Healing#6 - Reclaiming Who We Are: Métis Identities with Katy CarsonIn this episode of Culture is Healing, host George Harris Jr. sits down with Katy Carson who shares her path of reclaiming Indigenous identity and connection to her community.
They share memories of the ceremonies that shaped them. Katy reflects on her experience of embracing her Métis heritage and the importance of asking questions, learning from mistakes, and honouring the evolving path of cultural growth.
Their conversation is a reminder that reconnecting with who we are is not a destination—it’s a lifelong journey supported by community, ceremony, and heart.
To learn m...
2025-04-2938 minCulture is HealingCulture Is A Daily Practice with Aaron MooreIn this episode of Culture is Healing, host George Harris Jr. is joined by Aaron Moore who is a dedicated social worker with familial connections to Cowichan Tribes, Stz'uminus First Nation, & Penelakut Tribes. Together, they reflect on the role of culture in healing—not just as a concept, but as a lived practice.
Aaron shares stories from his work supporting Indigenous families and reflects on the importance of cultural humility and taking time to build trust. He also speaks to the spiritual strength that children often carry. Additionally, he highlights the need to honour cultural protocols in ev...
2025-04-2242 minCulture is HealingFrom Uninvited to Welcomed: A Guest on Indigenous Lands with Kim TrottierThis week, we’re joined by friend of the podcast Kim Trottier, who reflects on the teachings she’s gathered as a settler living and working in First Nations community spaces. Together, Kim and George explore the deep meaning that comes from understanding one’s ancestry, the central role children play in community life, and the healing power of language and relationships. They speak to the ripple effect of showing up with care, and the ways trust and belonging are built over time. In their conversation, they offer insight into why safe spaces matter, and how—especially in healthcare—relationsh...
2025-04-1553 minCulture is HealingA Future Rooted in Culture with Daniella Harris-DavidWhat does it take to pass culture down across generations?
In this episode, George Harris Jr. and Daniella Harris-David share personal stories about family, resilience, and the role of community in shaping identity.
From the power of language to the challenges of staying connected, they offer wisdom on keeping traditions strong and guiding youth toward a future rooted in culture.
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2025-04-0827 minCulture is HealingCulture Saved My Life with Collin ReidHow does culture shape our mental health and sense of belonging?
George Harris Jr. and Collin Reid share personal stories about reconnecting with cultural practices and how they helped them through challenges caused by colonization.
They share how traditions, elder teachings, and collective support create a foundation for both personal and community healing.
This episode is a powerful reminder that culture isn’t just something we inherit—it’s something we live, nurture, and pass on.
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2025-04-0122 minCulture is HealingBeginning the Healing: Our First EpisodeIn this first episode of the Culture is Healing podcast, hosts George Harris Jr. and Sean Burke open up about their personal healing paths and the deep impact culture had on their transformations.
The conversation dives into the role of community support, the opportunities that come with choosing sobriety, and the importance of deep listening in cultural spaces.
This episode sets the stage for a podcast that amplifies voices, celebrates belonging, and highlights culture as a path to healing—especially within First Nations communities.
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2025-03-2644 min
Care2ListenChanging the Narrative: Nancy Henderson on Safe Supply and Harm ReductionSummary:
In this episode, Nancy Henderson, a dedicated nurse and harm reduction researcher, joins host Sean Burke to discuss the realities of the toxic drug crisis in Canada. Nancy shares insights from their journey from community nursing to frontline research, reflecting on the struggles of burnout and the critical role of safe supply. Together, they unpack the complex web of policies, personal impact, and community-driven solutions shaping the future of harm reduction.
Nancy Henderson’s work embodies the resilience, advocacy, and personal commitment driving harm reduction forward. With a background in community nursing and a pa...
2024-12-3034 minCare2ListenHealing Through Advocacy: Emily Wyatt’s Journey as a 2SLGBTQIA+ NurseSummary:
In this episode, Emily Wyatt, a 2SLGBTQIA+ liaison nurse, shares their deeply personal journey of navigating healthcare as both a provider and a patient. From their own healing process to advocating for marginalized communities, Emily reflects on the emotional challenges and triumphs of creating safer spaces in healthcare for everyone.
Emily Wyatt’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and heart. As a 2SLGBTQIA+ liaison nurse, Emily opens up about their journey through nursing and the personal experiences that shaped their dedication to improving care for marginalized communities. They share the struggles of balancing th...
2024-11-2536 minCare2ListenRedefining Primary Care: Creating a Happier Workplace with Dr. Julie WilsonIn this episode, Dr. Julie Wilson shares her journey of becoming a physician, building Terranova Medical Clinics, and redefining the future of primary care in British Columbia. From the challenges of establishing a business while managing personal health struggles to creating a unique workplace culture that prioritizes physician well-being, Dr. Wilson gives a firsthand account of the evolving healthcare landscape. She also offers insights into the growing need for collaborative healthcare models and the recruitment challenges within family medicine. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or interested in the future of primary care, this episode is filled with valuable le...
2024-10-2835 minCare2ListenEmpowering Caregivers: Debbie Lang Pearmain on Self-Care and Mental Health AdvocacyDebbie Lang Pearmain, an experienced HR consultant, shares easy-to-follow advice on self-care and mental health for healthcare workers. In this episode, Debbie talks about how healthcare professionals can reduce stress, avoid burnout, and take care of their mental health. She also discusses the importance of knowing yourself and using emotional intelligence to create a positive work environment.
In this episode of the Care to Listen podcast, host Sean Burke talks with Debbie Lang Pearmain, an HR consultant who specializes in mental health and well-being. Debbie explains how healthcare workers can take simple steps to manage stress and...
2024-09-3044 minCare2ListenCreating Safe Spaces: Kelsey Klaver on Psychological Safety in HealthcareKelsey Klaver, an advocate for psychological safety in healthcare, shares insights and real-life experiences that highlight the importance of creating a supportive and safe work environment. Healthcare professionals will learn about the critical role of psychological safety in reducing stress, preventing burnout, and improving patient care. Kelsey talks about her experiences and how she promotes psychological well-being in healthcare settings and offers steps and advice for building a culture where everyone feels valued and heard.
In this episode of the Care to Listen podcast, host Sean Burke interviews Kelsey Klaver, an advocate for psychological safety in healthcare...
2024-08-2632 minCare2ListenStrength in Vulnerability: Genevieve Dalimore On Parenting, Burnout, & AdvocacyGenevieve Dalimore, a registered nurse in public health with over 18 years of experience, shares her personal journey of raising a neurodivergent child and dealing with the impacts of COVID-19.
In this episode, Genevieve talks about the importance of accurate sexual health education for youth, the difficulties of balancing work and personal life, and the need for healthcare workers to seek help and practice self-care. She also discusses the changes needed in public health to better support families.
Genevieve offers practical advice for healthcare professionals, parents, and the community on handling mental health challenges with strength...
2024-07-2940 minCare2ListenAdvocating for Change: Jenna Schonke’s Insights on Self-Care, Advocacy and Mental HealthIn this episode of the Care to Listen podcast, host Sean Burke sits down with Jenna Schonke, a registered psychiatric nurse and board member of CMHA BC. Jenna shares her personal journey through mental health struggles, her professional insights, and her aspirations for the future of mental health care. This episode covers topics such as the impact of personal experiences on professional practice, the importance of self-care, and the need for systemic changes in mental health access and support.
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This audio episode contains some sensitive content, such as discussions of addiction, the o...
2024-06-2443 minCare2ListenEmpowering Healthcare Workers: Mark Antczak on Anxiety & Self CareIn this episode of the "Care to Listen" podcast, host Sean Burke sits down with Mark Antczak, a registered clinical counselor and clinical educator at Anxiety Canada. Mark opens up about his own battles with anxiety and how these experiences shaped his career in mental health. He provides an in-depth look at cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and its effectiveness in treating anxiety. Mark also discusses the importance of self-care for healthcare workers, offering practical advice for managing personal well-being in high-stress environments. Additionally, the episode explores the broader societal implications of anxiety, the benefits of community support, and various self-care...
2024-05-2738 minCare2ListenCreative Care: Transforming Aging and Caregiving with Debbie HerthaDescription:
Providing support and innovative solutions for caregivers who are assisting the aging population. Debbie Hertha shares her expertise in gerontology, offering insights into the challenges faced by caregivers and suggesting creative ways to enhance the well-being of seniors. The episode emphasizes understanding the needs and capabilities of the elderly, the emotional toll on caregivers, and the importance of community and professional resources to aid in effective caregiving.
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In this episode of the "Care to Listen" podcast, host Sean Burke talks with Debbie Hertha, who has a deep background in caring for o...
2024-05-1338 minCare2ListenLived Experience into Action: Tala Endacott's Advocacy in Mental Health and Social WorkIn this episode of "Care to Listen," Tala Endacott, a master’s candidate and registered social worker, shares how her personal battles with mental health have shaped her professional approach to compassionate, patient-centered care—Discover Tala's advocacy for systemic change in healthcare and her insights on maintaining caregiver well-being.
Content Warning:
This audio episode contains some sensitive content, such as discussions of addiction, the ongoing opioid crisis, suicide, grieving, and loss. As such, we recommend that you listen to it with caution.
Takeaways:
Transforming Personal Pain into Professional Guida...
2024-04-2931 minCare2ListenEp 14: Navigating Pregnancy Loss with Compassion and Support: A Conversation with Angel LeungIn this episode of the Care to Listen podcast, Angel Leung, a registered nurse and founder of Baby Bean Consulting, shares her moving journey through personal loss to professional advocacy, highlighting the gaps in healthcare support for women facing pregnancy loss. Her story emphasizes the vital need for compassionate, individualized care and the critical role of healthcare workers' well-being in delivering effective support.
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This audio episode contains some sensitive content, such as discussions of addiction, the ongoing opioid crisis, suicide, grieving, and loss. As such, we recommend that you listen to it w...
2024-03-2544 minCare2ListenS2 Ep1: The Impact of Moral Distress on Healthcare Workers: A Conversation with Dr. Julia SmithIn this episode of the Care to Listen podcast, host Sean Burke speaks with Dr. Julia Smith about the impact of moral distress on healthcare workers and the structural changes required for support. Dr. Smith, a healthcare expert and researcher, shares valuable insights from her years of study on the role of women in healthcare, gender and health inequities, and the double or triple burden of care work faced by women. They touch upon the potential benefits of valuing care work and its essential contribution to society at the same level as other sectors. The episode emphasizes the need...
2024-02-2645 minCare2ListenEp 12: A Conversation with the BC Minister of Mental Health and Addictions: Honourable Jennifer WhitesideIn this edition of the Care2Listen podcast, British Columbia's Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Jennifer Whiteside, provides further details about the Ministry's efforts to assist caregivers around the province. This includes discussions on collaboration across ministries, the Overdose Public Health Emergency, and programs to address mental health issues in British Columbia.
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This audio episode contains some sensitive content, such as discussions of addiction, the ongoing opioid crisis, suicide, grieving, and loss. As such, we recommend that you listen to it with caution.
In this episode of...
2023-12-1835 minCare2ListenEp 11: Addressing Addiction with Kindness and Community CareJonathan Orr, a Provincial Crisis Intervention Specialist, opens up about his personal experiences with addiction, and shares how he has used his own experiences to support others and influence positive change.
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0:00 – Welcome and guest intro and background
0:18 – Land Acknowledgement
0:26 – Trigger warnings notification around: addiction, overdose, suicide, and trauma.
0:35 – Hello and guest self introduction
1:15 - Understanding through lived experience
2:20 - Residential treatment at Pacifica
2:50 - Embracing humanity and connection
3:40 - Living at the Belkin House, resistance and fears
4:40...
2023-11-2745 minCare2ListenEp 10: Indigenous Cultural Safety in HealthcareAlyssa Pelletier, an Indigenous Mental Health and Substance Use Lead, shares her story as a Métis woman discussing Indigenous cultural safety in the healthcare system.
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0:00 – Welcome and guest intro and background
0:15 – Land Acknowledgement
0:23 – Trigger warnings notification around:
Grief and loss, Indigenous cultural genocide and trauma, Indian hospitals and residential schools.
0:35 – Hello and guest self introduction
2:11 – Approach to work in mental health and substance use with compassionate lens
3:06 –Trigger warning: Loss of parents
3:58 – The support of community to lean on- Trig...
2023-10-2328 minCare2ListenEp 9: Prioritizing Caregiver Well-being: Setting Boundaries for a Balanced LifeShannon shares her firsthand accounts of the importance of setting healthy boundaries in caregiving and the consequences that can arise when these boundaries are not established. Whether you're a caregiver or simply interested in understanding the challenges and rewards of caregiving, this episode provides a compassionate and informative perspective on a vital aspect of healthcare.
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0:00 – Welcome and guest intro and background
0:24 – Land Acknowledgement
0:32 – Trigger warnings notification around substance use, grief and loss of parent
0:40 – Hello and guest welcome
2:11 – New book – ‘Patient Doesn’t Come First You Do’
2023-09-2536 minCare2ListenEp 8: Staying SoftStacy Ashton, Executive Director of the Crisis Centre of B.C., discusses the lessons she has learned throughout her career and the importance of staying soft in the face of difficult circumstances.
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0:00 – Welcome and intro
0:18 – Land Acknowledgement
0:26 – Trigger warnings notification around suicide and loss
0:35 – Guest introduction and background
0:47 – About the Crisis Centre of BC
2:00 - Changes in the past couple of years
2:55 - Operational efficiencies and systematic change
3:33 - Competing priorities
4:11 - Treatment and expectations of volunteers vs employees...
2023-08-2822 minCare2ListenEp 7: Empowering the Future: Insights from a Squamish Nation ElderSquamish Nation Elder, Florence Williams, shares her experience in the healthcare sector through storytelling to support the next generation of healthcare workers.
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0:00 – Welcome and intro
0:18 – Land Acknowledgement
0:26 – Trigger warnings notification around loss of patient and miscarriage
0:35 – Guest introduction and background
3:32 – Coming home
4:52 – Who are we?
7:40 – Feeling at home
9:57 – Acknowledge who we are and where we are from
11:11– Self care doesn’t have to be complicated
14:12 – Pressures of the system
18:00 – Our gifts
19:50 – Trigger Warning...
2023-07-2648 minCare2ListenEp 6: Breaking the Silence: Seeking Support for Mental HealthMikhail Nisenboym shares his story as an immigrant moving to Canada, talks about his mental health struggles while supporting a family, and the nuanced experience of being a man in a traditionally female dominated healthcare industry.
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0:00 – Welcome and intro
0:19 – Land Acknowledgement
0:27 – Trigger warnings notification around suicide, loss of patient and addiction
1:14 – Guest introduction and background
3:30 – Struggling to adjust as refugee
4:11 – Trigger warning: antisemitism and discrimination
5:12 – Being a male in a female dominated industry
7:10 – Getting started in healthcare
8:42 –...
2023-06-2653 minCare2ListenEp 5: Mental Health and StigmaTonya Neufeld discusses the mental health challenges faced by healthcare workers and the necessary steps to create supportive and healthy work environments.
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0:03 – Welcome
0:15 – Goals of podcast series
0:23 – Ad for Care 2 Speak
0:50 – Trigger warnings notification around suicide and postpartum depression
1:00 – Land Acknowledgement
1:09 – Guest introduction
4:10 – Themes that come up from staff include: violence on the job, addictions and mental health
5:23 – Psychological safety in the workplace
5:59 – Trigger Warning: Paranoia and Depression - Personal experience mental health crisis
7:42 – Treatment and medica...
2023-05-2334 minCare2ListenEp 4: Prioritizing Self-Care and WellbeingBernard Piprah discusses the importance of wellbeing in healthcare and how the culture of being overworked and busy has been normalized in the industry, leading to stigma around prioritizing self-care.
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0:03 – Welcome
0:15 – Goals of podcast series
0:23 – Ad for Care to Speak
0:52 – Trigger warnings notification
1:00 – Land Acknowledgement
1:10 – Guest introduction
3:42 – What are the challenges healthcare workers are facing?
4:19 – Supporting patients with dementia and challenges both physical and mental
5:29 – Culture of well-being in healthcare settings
5:56 – What does counselling look like for healthcare workers that co...
2023-04-2429 minCare2ListenEp 3: Allow yourself to be the patient sometimesKara Acheson is a healthcare practitioner with over 15 years of experience. She discusses the impacts of burnout in healthcare and the importance of ensuring that frontline workers have safe places to build mental wellness practices.
TW: Loss of patient, postpartum depression
Resources:
Care to Speak | Care For Caregivers
Care for Caregivers: Recognizing Burnout
Care for Caregivers: Stress Strategies
Phone Resources
SafeCare BC: Your Mental Health Matters
Time Stamps:
0:03 – Welcome
0:15 – Care to Listen intro
0:23 – Ad for Ca...
2023-03-2730 minCare2ListenEp 2: Civility in the WorkplaceDr. Heather Cooke has more than 20 years’ experience working in dementia care, in both a front-line and research capacity. Heather’s work is supported by the Alzheimer Society of Canada, the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, and WorkSafeBC. During this episode Sean and Heather discuss the significance about the nature and impact of workplace incivility on staff well-being and care delivery.
Resources:
Civility Matters Toolkit - SafeCare BC
Time Stamps:
0:02 - Welcome
0:22 - Land acknowledgement
0:39 - Guest introduction
3:24 – What is...
2023-02-2723 minCare2ListenEp 1: Healthcare heroes are human tooPierre Florendo is the Director of Care at Kiwanis Care Centre in New Westminster BC. During this episode Sean and Pierre discuss the difficulties of the pandemic, the mindset of working in continuing care, balancing work and family, and the importance of quality leadership.
To provide feedback or be featured in an upcoming episode - please connect with us at careforcaregivers.ca
Resources:
Recognizing Burnout | Care For Caregivers
Burnout response for leaders (workplacestrategiesformentalhealth.com)
BC-CPC-LTC-Resources-HandoutSheet-002.pdf (careforcaregivers.ca)
camh_covid19_infosheet-talking_to_kids-pdf.pdf
2023-01-2322 min
HR Drs - Your go-to source for expert insights & practical solutions for the job marketEmpowering Employee Wellness: A Conversation with Sean Burke, Founder of CheckingInJoin us for Episode #7 of the HR Drs Webcast to Empower Your Team's Well-Being with Sean Burke! The founder of CheckingIn, Sean shares how this mental health platform helps organizations assess and respond to employee wellness. Learn how to create a culture of psychological safety and engage top talent with measurable ROI. Tune in for valuable insights and tips on supporting your team's mental health and well-being.
2023-01-2050 minCare2ListenWelcome to Care2Listen!Welcome to the Care2Listen podcast and video series, produced by SafeCare BC, CMHA BC, and CheckingIn.
The goal of this podcast is to reduce the stigma around mental health for healthcare providers and shed light on caregivers' difficulties while providing accessible resources and support for those who need it. In each episode, we will showcase topics that impact a healthcare professional and give them a platform to share their story and lived experience with these topics. We will also aim to bring in subject matter experts to help with providing evidence-based tools to help with these...
2023-01-1001 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 74: StickersHit those milestones! #checkingin Stickers & how Criminals may use them. #binging
2022-09-2045 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 73: Comfort in MilestonesBack behind the mic, we recap Student Loan Forgiveness. #checkingin What milestones you can assist in teaching kids/young adults. #binging
2022-09-1358 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 72: That's not how any of this worksAfter a sizable #break we are back! #alexjones recap on a #moron #indeepshit #checkingin What the Student loan forgviness is all about. #binging
2022-08-301h 06
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 71: Shut your trap Alex JonesThere is something in the air.. #covid #monkeypox #checkingin And we ar ready for karma dollars to blast #alexjones
2022-08-0956 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 69: TNT 4U & Me (REM Remix)Today we realize Tarah isn't prepared, and wasn't last time either. Big #Checkingin Creating a #NewReligion and what we are #binging
2022-07-2058 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 66: Resume of DoomAfter the thrilling Resume of Traci, we are #checkingin and walk down memory lane with Tarah, what we are #binging
2022-06-1455 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 64: Im not lazy I just need a breakFollow up on "Your body is yours" #checkingin Selling yourself short or overselling in an interview #binging
2022-06-0647 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast21 63: Bodily AtonomomyWE ARE BACK! You know the routine... #deppvheard #checkingin #BodyAntonomy #Binging #ATLPodcast21 #shareus
2022-05-2455 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 62: There once was a man named JonMickey squares off with Desantis, but there is hope for the people of Florida! #checkingin Story about a man named John, and his ex, Amber. #deppvheard What we are #binging
2022-05-0352 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 59: Freshman LaunchOne year in. Check in on what we did this week with #customerservice and #checkingin Tarah interviews Traci about her upcoming book #DearFreshman Then what we are #binging
2022-04-0500 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 58: You've been pre-approved for this podcastHow were your #springbreak choices? #checkingin What's the deal with #CustomerService ? What we are #binging
2022-03-2959 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 57: I don't know about your spring break...Well, Tarah did it again... She promises to get better at this. What are you gonna do with the #deadbodies #checkingin and what happens on #springbreak could change the course of your life. Of course what we are #binging
2022-03-2449 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 56: Legal (and illegal) ways to get rid of a bodyCount on that Olympic Penis recap, with gender update in Iowa sports. #checkingin What to do when you have a dead body. #binging
2022-03-0846 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 55: Olympic PenisWell, you know by now not to be a #douchecanoe . #checkingin We talk about Olympic sized penis problems and #doping to get ahead. Also what we are #binging
2022-03-0153 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 53: The Gravity of the SituationWho do you #lookup to? #checkingin Why do you think we choose war as an answer? What we are #binging Leave us suggestions on any of our sites or at atlpodcast21@gmail.com
2022-02-171h 01
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 52: Not Just About HeightReviewing our thoughts on loss. Winner of the #bracket #checkingin What are your deciding factors for who you #lookupto And what we are #binging
2022-02-0145 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 51: Loss and LossesRecap on the final four on movie #brackets #checkingin Loss, and how to deal with a death adjacent to you. What we are #binging
2022-01-2546 min
The US Podcast#CheckingIn!Canal Squad is finally with US! We've known and have been in their programs and are so happy with what they're doing for the community IN the community. We're so excited for what they have in store for the year and for years to come!! make sure you #checkin with us and this awesome and insightful episode!
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2022-01-201h 28
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 49: High C'sDid you #missusyet ? Last minute snafu, but now you got us back in #twentytwentytwo Skipping the #recap on things that bother, so we can start off on a positive note! #checkingin #goals #binging
2022-01-1242 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 48: Crabbie PattiesAfter the last podcast, we realize that Tara is in more #denial... or is Traci? #checkingin And little every day things that #bother people. #binging
2021-12-2145 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 47: Objective FactsRecap of #WouldYouRather #CheckingIn this week. Also checking our own #Denial Of course what we are #binging
2021-12-1446 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 44: The Beatles helped Dinos make Pyramids#CRT Recap with links to #Rittenhouse (who is guilty) #checkingin #conspiracytheories #theBeatles #dinosaursbuildingpyramids #KardashianCruz And more! #Binging
2021-11-2354 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 43: CRT for U & MeRecap on sponsorship and science. #checkingin Also update on #britneybitch A little talk about #educationalfreedom #educationalchoices and what we are #binging
2021-11-1653 min
Flip Flops & People Ops (w/ Christie Hoffman)Tackling mental health and well-being across teams (for a better employee experience!)The nature of work is changing. Stress, burnout, and mental health issues are escalating. How can you learn how your people are feeling, whether they’re in the office or across the country?Sean Burke is the CEO and founder of CheckingIn— a mental health and well-being platform for your people. You as an HR leader can use their dashboard to help you build out actionable insights that drive positive changes to your employee experience. Things we talked about: Sam Harris is an American philos...
2021-11-1145 min
JESUSgirl.ENTSoulful "Soul-Care" Sundays #CheckingInLife is moving. It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, but GOD! Let's Talk Song(s): Hillsong: Where Feet May Fail/William Murphy: Like Never Before Twitter:https://twitter.com/BossLadySR01?s=09. Clubhouse:https://www.clubhouse.com/@jesusgirl1. Instagram Business Page: JESUSgirl_llc. Instagram Personal: BossLadySR81. TIKTOK:BOSSLADYSR Facebook: Shaniqua Robinson. CashApp: $JESUSgirlllc. JESUSgirl Attire Merch: https://jesusgirl-attire.myshopify.com/. How I Got Over: Volume 1: Before The Call https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GXD5YNM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_YRAD7X435GB89Q9RAWVT Melanin Beauty Inc.: www.mymelaninbeautyinc.com. (50% off Sale). "MOMS...
2021-11-0829 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 41: Hallowed WeensHead Start for child rearing. #CheckingIn #Halloween Memories. Are #Ghosts real? What are you #binging ?
2021-11-0259 min
After The Last Podcast '21ATLPodcast 21 40: Numbers make us sadDystopian nightmares. #howbadcoulditbe #checkingin Do parents need #leave when having/adopting a baby #petebuttigieg
2021-10-2650 min
The Yep Yeah Yes PodcastCheck In Show: Mental Health & Wellness S04E24It's been a few weeks since our last show and so this week we checked in with one another to see how things are. We shared what makes us happy, sad and indifferent as well as what we need out of our relationships. Tamieka also talked about her trip to Hawaii and the effect it had on her well being. For Marisas Musings, she elaborated mental and healthy well being as a priority in life.
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Make sure to #download and #subscribe to the show and watch the full video on Youtube via https://www.youtube...
2021-09-1850 min
Cafe Mocha RadioGetting Real About DepressionGetting Real About DepressionGrammy-Award winning singer Michelle Williams gets real about mental health. She says, “it's time the Black community does the same.” Her new book tells her story and gives others tools and tips for recognizing when there's a problem and how to begin solving it. #MichelleWilliams #CafeMochaRadio #CheckingIn #MentalHealth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-08-1622 min
Chief ChatCHIEF CHAT I Michelle WilliamsMilitary-exclusive interview with Michelle Williams - Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, designer, TV host and member of the R&B group Destiny's Child. She’s passionate about mental health and sits down with CMSgt Kevin "KO" Osby about her new book, “Checking In.” Tune in for a chance to have your question asked LIVE!#MilitaryExclusive #ChiefChat#MichelleWilliams #CheckingIn#DestinysChild #mentalhealth#mentalhealthawareness #CheckingInBook
2021-08-1235 min
Unorganized ThoughtsEpisode eightChecking in with Mr. Travis Gray. Book a guided meditation with him by clicking the link in his bio or going to flow.page/mrtravg. Follow him on instagram at @mrtravg !! peace and love always !!! #unorganizedthoughts #unorganizedt #podcast #justforfun #meditation #checkingin #therapy #counseling #inspiration #motivation #vibes #love #win #empathy #transpersonalpsychology #sofiauniversity #community
2021-07-051h 00
Nathan Histed x RAWHISToryTrust the pain, it’s worth it..These few months have been incredibly stressful to say the least so I apologize for the lack of episodes this season. I’m working on it, I promise! I want to try and keep quality in mind over quantity. In this episode I talk about how important it is to have a support system, to have the power to go back to whatever it is from the past that may be hurting you today, as well as a new announcement for our new sister podcast #CHECKINGIN RAWHISTory - which is inspired and influenced by #MichelleWilliams and her last way release #Ch...
2021-06-0820 min
Proactive ActionEpisode 20: How To Talk To Your Team In ContextIt's not a One Size, Fits All type of communication with your team.
As a leader, you have to learn how to contextualise.
How can you bring the topic on mental health into meetings and discussions in a contextual way to the audience you are talking to?
Let share with you more about that in this video.
#proactiveaction #checkingin #mentallyhealthy #mentalhealth #wellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #mindfulness
2021-03-2008 min
HARLEMHEIGHTSUSAw/Jarvis PegueseChecking InThis segment is just a brief update along my journey of branding, creating, and scaling into #youtube content creation as well. #HarlemHeightsUSA #podcaster #blackcreative #blackdreamer #blackartist #manifesting #asmr #unintentionalasmr #blackasmr #jarvispeguese #contentcreator #blackownedbusiness #supportblackbusiness #ApplePodcasts #Spotify #Anchor #CheckingIn #blackhistory2021 #ItsJBPTV #JBPTV #YOUTUBE
2021-03-0905 min
From Here to ThereEpisode 9 Sean BurkeToday's guest Sean has a lot to say about self-awareness and how he has turned an interest into a business and everyone should know about it.
As a serial entrepreneur, Sean has founded and lead 2 successful organizations over the past 10 years. He has a passion and reputation for building socially responsible products, integrated teams, and scalable cultures.
Sean has served as a member of the SFU Board of Governors Responsible Investment Committee, was a member of the SFU Alumni Association Board and the Hong Kong Canada Business association board.
He is passionate about gi...
2020-09-2438 min
Behind The Human with Marc ChampagneCheckingIn App /w SeanToday I'm chatting with Sean Burke reviewing the CheckingIn App (not paid review). The app is a free and private tool to help you increase self-awareness and daily mindfulness through a simple two-step check-in process focused on one-word descriptors and an energy scale. Learn more about CheckingIn —> www.checkingin.co Free download on iOS & Android Bring CheckingIn to your business —> www.checkingin.co/business/ * Mental Fitness Training with Marc >> mchampagne.com * If you're enjoying the podcast - please leave a review! Thanks as...
2020-07-2321 min
Checking In Mixtape - The COVID 19 EditionEpisode 4: The Berlin experimentKaya FM — Berlin is mostly perceived as a before and after city. It's before'- an epicenter to the fall of the iron curtain that separated East and West Germany in 1989. And it's 'after' a city with a burgeoning arts and culture scene. To look at Berlin more closely, founder of the experimental radio platform Reboot FM, Diana McCarty is navigator to this city's politics and the ongoing experiment that is Reboot FM. The platform exists as part of a bigger network of media makers and has a large focus on art, discourse, and electronic music. McCarty also...
2020-05-0400 min
The Shek CheckSelf-Awareness Tools: The “CheckingIn” App- Guest CEO & Founder Sean BurkeThis week I sat down with Sean Burke, the Founder and CEO of "CheckingIn"- A self-awareness app that empowers people to tune into their emotions and energy levels in order to live healthier lives.Self-awareness is a super power that we all have access to within us, we often just need to start taking the actions to exercise and strengthen it.Download CheckingIn for free on Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/checkingin/id1465984722Are you using an Android? Get on the early access list to get notified when the app...
2020-03-0339 min
Exs & Os Podcast#CheckingIn - post gym session OR it didn't happen ...Bambam, Paris, SnowMan and Tinker discuss the importance of going to the gym in this episode, is field work more important? Or is the gym just an obsession in Britball?
2019-12-0919 min
Brobriety: Sobriety, Mental Health, and Wellness For Men (And Women, and the Men and Women Who Love Them)Club Soda Club Episode 8: Alcohol: Not Safe For WorkAlcohol contributes to many things, but we can conclusively say that 'professionalism' is not one of them. So why is drinking so entrenched in North American work culture? On a Jess-less episode, Scott and Derek discuss alcohol abuse in the workplace, drunken office party mishaps, whether sobriety is a career-limiting move, drinking for work travel, how workplaces can accommodate healthier lifestyle choices, drinking isn't as fun as you remember (unless you remember it isn't fun).Recommendations:CheckingIn, an app for self awareness1619, a podcast about American history
2019-09-2652 min
#AmWriting60:#CheckingIn...in which Jess and KJ take stock; everything from the daily word goal, daily routine v. summer hours and their words of the year is under the microscope. Also some tips on staying on top of your growing mountain of research. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amwriting.substack.com/subscribe
2017-06-2336 min
#AmWriting60:#CheckingIn...in which Jess and KJ take stock; everything from the daily word goal, daily routine v. summer hours and their words of the year is under the microscope. Also some tips on staying on top of your growing mountain of research.
2017-06-2336 min