In this episode of Ladies Who Bronché, Julissa and Bue engage the intersections of art, community, and personal experiences. They explore the concept of being a 'peaceful warrior' and how art serves as an outlet for rage, especially in times of social unrest. The discussion shifts to the importance of community in nurturing creativity and the complexities of recognition in creative spaces. They also dive into the duality of wealth and goodness, and the impact of privilege on individual experiences.

Podcast: @ladieswhobronche

Guest: Carmen LoBue @carmenlobue

Host: Julissa Contreras @jewleesah @storyquo

Music by: Joe Endozo @animalanimal_music

Themes: Community, Art, Rage, Food, Culture, Recognition, Privilege, Wealth, Self-Care

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Brunch Table

01:26 Exploring the Concept of a Peaceful Warrior

02:10 Art as an Outlet for Rage

06:27 The Importance of Community in Art

10:23 Cultural Significance of Food

12:49 Conversations Over Brunch

13:46 Shoutouts to Inspiring People and Projects

18:42 Critique of Recognition Systems in the Arts

30:00 Building Trust and Community Needs

35:11 Understanding Privilege Through Experiments

38:26 Defining Lack and Its Impact

42:34 Wealth, Goodness, and Community Support

48:22 Grounding Techniques and Community Inspiration

53:33 Animal Medicine: Lessons from Nature

Key takeaways:

• Art can be a powerful outlet for rage.
• Community plays a crucial role in nurturing creativity.
• Food holds cultural significance and brings people together.
• Conversations over meals can deepen connections.
• Recognition in creative spaces often comes with challenges.
• Wealth can coexist with goodness, but it depends on the individual.
• Understanding privilege is essential in addressing social issues.
• Grounding techniques are important for mental health.
• Building community can lead to shared resources and support.
• Self-care is vital in navigating life's challenges.

In this episode of Ladies Who Bronche, host Julissa Contreras dives into the integrity of embodiment work with Deoné Newell, a medicine carrier, healer, and sacred artist. They explore themes of spirituality, healing, and the importance of community and ancestral connections. The discussion touches on the significance of breath work, the impact of generational trauma, and the need for integrity in plant medicine practices. Through personal stories and insights, they emphasize the journey of unburdening oneself and the power of self-love in the healing process.

Host: ⁠Julissa Contreras⁠, ⁠@jewleesah⁠ ⁠@storyquo⁠

Guest: ⁠Deoné Newell ⁨@okdeone⁩

Music: Joe Endozo, ⁠joeendozo.nyc⁠ @animalanimalmusic

Themes: spirituality, healing, ancestral work, plant medicine, generational trauma, self-love, breath work, community, indigenous practices, empowerment

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Healing and Spirituality

01:44 The Journey of a Medicine Carrier

03:20 Personal Healing and Accountability

04:44 Brunch Favorites and Personal Stories

06:18 Dining Experiences and Cultural Heritage

10:03 Conversations on Ancestry and Spirituality

14:24 Celebrating Community and Cultural Organizations

17:35 Indigenous Practices and Birth Work

23:05 Appropriation and Integrity in Plant Medicine

26:35 Navigating Plant Medicine and Environment

29:51 Integrity in Medicine Facilitation

34:27 The Role of Ancestors in Healing

37:16 Generational Trauma and Collective Unburdening

43:01 The Balance of Badger and Rabbit Energies

52:51 Unburdening and Healing: Trusting the Process

53:26 Remembering Wholeness: The Journey of Self-Discovery

56:05 Storytelling and Rewriting Narratives: The Power of Self-Expression

57:30 Breathwork: A Transformative Tool for Healing

01:01:38 Regulation and Power: The Strength of a Calm Presence

Takeaways:

The importance of honoring one's spiritual journey.

Breath work is a powerful tool for healing and regulation.

Generational trauma can be addressed through self-awareness and community support.

Integrity in medicine carriers is crucial for safe practices.

Cultural appropriation in plant medicine needs to be addressed.

Self-love is a foundational aspect of healing.

Community and ancestral connections are vital for personal growth.

Healing is a journey that requires accountability and compassion.

Unburdening oneself involves recognizing and releasing limiting narratives.

In this episode of Ladies Who Bronché, host Julissa Contreras chats with Melanie Santos, a multidisciplinary sacred artist. They explore themes of authenticity, community, discernment with social media gurus, the importance of connection, and the role of spirituality in daily life. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating personal growth in a complex social climate, the significance of forgiveness, the power of inquiry and curiosity in spiritual practices, and the idea that life itself is a spiritual ritual.

Podcast: @ladieswhobronche

Guest: @melaniesantos.co

Host: Julissa Contreras @jewleesah @storyquo

Music by: Joe Endozo @animalanimal_music