Best Reciprocal Roots Podcasts (2025)

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How Trauma Hinders Emotional Healing 8:20

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1y ago8:20

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Tune into a discussion about author and trauma psychologist Ernie Vecchio, as we explore the ways in which he feels trauma can hinder emotional healing. He posits that our survival instincts, while beneficial in times of crisis, can lead to emotional suppression and avoidance of self-reflection. His teachings highlight the role of the ego in shield…

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The Roots of Self-Esteem 5:36

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A discussion of The Roots of Self-Esteem by author and trauma psychologist Ernie Vecchio. He proposes that childhood experiences deeply shape an individual's self-esteem. He posits that harsh judgment, neglect, or criticism from caregivers can wound a child's developing sense of self-worth, leading to internalized shame. This shame can manifest in …

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Illusion - How It Hinders Personal Growth 6:45

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A discussion of Ernie Vecchio, a trauma psychologist, who argues that we often hold onto illusions that, while seemingly comforting, ultimately hinder our personal growth and fulfillment. He proposes embracing our mortality, finding worth within ourselves rather than seeking external validation, and accepting our imperfections as part of our humani…

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Understanding Our Inner Bully 8:24

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Ernie Vecchio, a trauma psychologist, proposes that early exposure to anger and violence can create a "bully" ego state in children, which can manifest in defensive and aggressive behaviors throughout adulthood. He introduces the humane spectrum, a framework for understanding how early experiences of rage influence our ability to relate compassiona…

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Beyond The Limits Of Conventional Trauma Therapy 15:24

1y ago15:24

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Beyond the Limits of Conventional Trauma Therapy is a discussion that examines the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in addressing the complex trauma experienced by veterans. It argues that CBT, while helpful for specific thought patterns and behaviors, falls short when dealing with deeply rooted and compounded trauma. This podcas…

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Bonus: How to celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day all summer long 52:00

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Today we have a special bonus episode for you from our sibling show Unreserved, a fearless space for Indigenous voices. Host Rosanna Deerchild is ready to Indigenize your summer with a tastemaker’s guide to the best books, movies, podcasts and more. More episodes of Unreserved are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/ZRi1BMNH…

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Matter of the Heart 3:37

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A thought-provoking inquiry into human resilience and worth. As the songwriter, this song questions if we are truly 'worth our salt'—a testament to our ability to heal during self-recovery.By Ernie L Vecchio

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Podcast Trailer 1:58

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Welcome to the Humane Spectrum Podcast! Formerly Heart as Compass but now with a broader perspective. A brief intro about the focus of my writing and teachings.By Ernie L Vecchio

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Luna & The Tree of Perceptia 10:34

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In a world where egocentric tendencies dominate our culture and relationships, it is crucial to find a path that leads us towards empathy, compassion, and self-awareness. I offer you the story of Luna, a compelling narrative that teaches us that life is best lived awake.By Ernie L Vecchio

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You Seem So At Peace - HOW? 11:01

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Most of us know that peace is freedom from disturbance or a place of tranquility. What if it is stopping the repetitive thought of your inner critic or bully? A decision to seek a sensation that only comes through the open window in the center of your chest...the heart's intent. Making such a decision activates the two other voices inside you that …

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The Humane Spectrum an Evolutionary Step 20:44

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There are several forces that we use to construct our reality. These include spiritual gravity, weak, electromagnetic, and strong. The ego is rooted in the unconscious psychological logic of the rational or irrational and attempts to interpret life through a two-dimensional objective lens. In contrast, our heart or body consciousness (i.e., presenc…

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S2 E5: Reciprocity and strength in sharing stories 1:04:51

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Jeremy sits down in a talking circle to further discuss identity, lateral kindness, healing and the importance of doing the work of finding out who you are. And just a warning, this episode contains language that some listeners may find offensive.

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S2 E4: Community 38:12

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The search to find and understand your identity can come in many places, both physical and emotional. Jeremy learns about how language, home, play, food and service can all impact someone’s journey.

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S2 E3: Healing 27:11

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Art and healing weave throughout Jeremy’s story. But how do those themes shape who we are? We move toward that answer through music and family roots.

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S2 E2: How we got here and where we go? 29:39

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The concept of lateral kindness is brought to Jeremy as a way to explore one’s own identity and offer support to Indigenous urban youths. Meanwhile, Jeremy’s mother, Carmen, checks in.

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S2 E1: From yearning to learning 28:28

4+ y ago28:28

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Jeremy’s identity journey evolves from one journey to an exchange of journeys through a discussion with a listener who reached out after season one. Their conversation centres around the question “what does it mean to be Métis?

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Pieces Season 2 Trailer 0:53

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After a profound period of growth, learning and listening, Jeremey's journey continues to a place of story sharing, reflection and a look toward the future in Pieces Season 2 -- arriving August 10th.

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A Day in the Life of a Trauma Psychologist w/Ernie Vecchio 43:06

4+ y ago43:06

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Join me as Don Hutcheson outlines the chronology of my career and passion to help others. Don interviews individuals who have discovered their true talents and how to use them to enjoy a life of success, satisfaction and freedom. Thank you Don a wonderful honorBy Ernie L Vecchio

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We Are WHAT We Were First & This Matters! 9:56

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Life begins as a reverberating, intelligent, observing burst of light I’ve come to know as your signature expression. This quality that many would call “soul” is a unified field of subjective consciousness that predates ego and “who am I?” by more than two years. Why should we care about this? Because this unique reverberating signature assumes (li…

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Living Regret Free Interviews Ernie Vecchio 24:46

5y ago24:46

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Join me in my recent interview as we discuss my international bestseller Feelings and Reason - Activating Your Heart as Compass Despite the Ego's Interference. As always, share with your community and by all means reach out if this episode resonates. Thank you, Dr. Gayle! Your energy is inspirational! Be well.…

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Spiritual & Orchestrating Intelligence 8:08

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Teachers will tell you that spiritual intelligence is the capacity to conduct your life in such a way that it reflects a deep understanding of reality and yourself. A depth that is discovered through personal experiences and systematic spiritual pursuit. While this is true it is an ‘after what happened first’ definition. You are born out of a consc…

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Episode Five - I Am… 29:26

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After a raw conversation with his father and a separate lesson from his mentor, Jeremy looks to his future with the resolve to stay creative in spite of past experiences. He comes to a chaptered conclusion of who he is -- and who he wants to be.

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Episode Four - Run Another Take 25:45

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An intergenerational trauma specialist and a former acting school instructor help Jeremy explore the struggles of being defined as a “survivor.”

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Episode Three - Identity 101 30:45

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Indigenous advocates help Jeremy remember his safe space that was once middle school. A moment of hope and learning about the weight and importance of being partially Indigenous follows.

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Episode Two - Stereotypes and Shame 28:25

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The memory of a racist cartoon weighs heavily on Jeremy’s youth, so he sets about carving a new image in his own mind. In doing so, a new world of Indigenous culture is unlocked by past mentors and a community of content creators.

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Episode One - Who am I? 26:45

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Jeremy and his mother Carmen reflect on how Jeremy’s nomadic upbringing and Carmen’s memories of her father influenced Jeremy’s worldview. While embarking on his identity journey, Jeremy starts to pray to his late grandfather for guidance in search of himself.

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Feelings and Reason Finally on Audible 4:42

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Find on Audible -> https://adbl.co/3oGJBQh Learn from a trauma psychologist the wisdom of real people challenged with the task of overcoming severe adversity. Integrating their insights into a complete picture of the human experience, Ernie L. Vecchio reveals a developmental understanding of how adversity becomes an opportunity for self-correction,…

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CBC podcast on Indigenous identity 1:37

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This upcoming CBC British Columbia podcast includes themes of racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, relationships and acceptance.

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Interview with eHealth Radio Network 8:55

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Listen to Ernie L. Vecchio, a Licensed Clinical & Rehabilitation Psychologist who has written four books including his latest release, Feelings & Reason: Activating Your Heart as Compass Despite the Ego’s Interference. Vecchio is an international best-seller in four self-help categories and now joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Mental Hea…

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Spiritual Gravity - A Contemporary Predicament 9:31

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The spiritual gravity hypothesis states that there is an electromagnetic constant within the human experience affecting the push-pull and mass of our heart and ego. The formula indicates that when the ego is exaggerated in size and operating without the heart as compass, human suffering is increased tenfold.…

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There Is An ART To Inner Work 7:32

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As most of you know, inner work is the core foundation of the spiritual path. Without it, we’re fumbling around in the dark trying to find our way. There’s no purging, healing, transformation, or awakening without cultivating and understanding your inner life. Tune in this week as we briefly talk about the lost art of inner knowing.…

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Orientation: Level, Balanced, & True 8:25

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Nothing is more important to mental wellness than a physical sense of ‘where’ someone is in their life and circumstances. There is a specific degree of coordination required with one’s above observer, spirited motivation, and adapting function before the heart can provide the balance it brings. Our full ability to navigate this existence requires t…

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You Can't Put a Mask on the Human Shadow 9:57

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“The shadow is a moral problem that challenges the whole ego-personality, for no one can become conscious of the shadow without considerable moral effort. To become conscious of it involves recognizing the dark aspects of the personality as present and real. This act is the essential condition for any kind of self-knowledge.” -Jung-…

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Humility & Bottled Presence 8:24

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Did you know that more than half of all bottled water comes from the tap. Meanwhile, a million bottles are bought around the world every minute. That’s roughly 20,000 bottles every second. These mind-blowing figures are driven by concerns over contaminated water. Most of us can’t tell the difference. Many of us feel the present is contaminated in t…

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Presence and the Existential Fishbowl 8:27

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Humanistic and existential philosophy assumes that people want to live better lives. In the humanistic view, the assumption is that we strive to be our best selves. In the existential view, the assumption is that we strive to live meaningful lives. While these two concepts are similar and may lead to identical results, capturing an image in our hea…

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Disturbing Presence - A Modern Day Oxymoron 11:02

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Did you know that depression has a history that’s as old as civilization itself. In fact, we can find descriptions of depression in the hieroglyphics, paintings, and statues of ancient Egypt. The idea of a depression well is actually that old. Though we begin this podcast talking about depression a new idea comes through - disturbing presence. As m…

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Activating Your Heart as Compass 12:55

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Ernie Vecchio is a mentor, spiritual teacher and trauma psychologist. During his 30+ years career he has treated over 10,000+ patients who suffered severe trauma that ranged from amputation, head injury, sexual assault, and paralysis. Ernie is a Licensed Clinical & Rehabilitation Psychologist who has written four books including his latest release,…

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Speak My Language Please! 9:05

5y ago9:05

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinyBookBIGQuestionsThere is a difference between managing our outward behavior and managing our inward emotions, and both affect our signature expression (i.e. soul). While cognitive behavioral therapies (and religion) help provide a set of rules to guide our actions, it is spirituality that offers ways to manage our emot…

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This Is How It Feels To Be WHAT I Am 8:18

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinyBookBIGQuestionsHas life ever punched you in the nose? If you’re normal, it absolutely has. While you were standing there bleeding, how did you interpret the experience? Let me help. You come into the world (before the punch) thinking “This is how it FEELS to be what I am.” Then…as life would have it (after the punch) …

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It Seems We Remember WHAT We Are 12:19

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinyBookBIGQuestionsPart of the reason we remember an egoless place is because we come from an egoless place. So, were not discovering this dimension we’re actually remembering it. This suggests that truly spiritual people have a pre-thought memory of being there and want to return. In contrast, religious people define the…

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Are You More Than Your Thoughts? 15:40

5y ago15:40

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinyBookBIGQuestionsTune in as Barrett Self and I discuss ‘the work’ and thoughts about meditation, self-development, and recovering one’s authenticity. Are you more than your thoughts? If so, 'what' is the more so many people refer to? In my estimation, the cognitive-behavioral movement has SO taken over the mental health…

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Hope In Togetherness 6:54

5+ y ago6:54

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinyBookBIGQuestionsThe transcendent quality of our current suffering is hard to ignore. I often have these feelings in nature. Today’s was no different. In my chest (not my head), I held the ramifications of what is happening to everyone around the world. In doing so, I felt hope. I know this is hard to imagine in these u…

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Honoring My Mentor 5:02

6y ago5:02

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It’s been said that the mind is not a container to be filled, but a fire to be kindled. Nobody fuels this fire better than those who choose to guide us along our journey. Mentoring is an archetypal activity that’s as timeless as life itself. The old and young coming together as opposites, often while secretly identifying with the other. This Innerl…

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Interacting with the State, Part II

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The“Interacting with the State” panels emphasize different legal regimes whichcurrently define relationships between indigenous people’s and the state. Ourfinal episode of the series features discussions on the duty to Consult, Metisland claims, and legal definitions of territory and sovereignty. Featuring: Avigail Eisenberg (University ofVictoria)…

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Land Restitution as Reconciliation

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Thisepisode features a rich discussion of the movements towardreconciliation which will be necessary in order to fruitfully navigate theseongoing tensions around land and land rights. Featuring: Esme Murdock (San Diego StateUniversity) “Speaking Land, Speaking Ourselves” Dimitri Panagos (Memorial Universityof Newfoundland) “Reconciliation, Duties a…

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Non-Indigenous Understandings of Land

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Thisepisode’s discussion focuses on largely Western ideas regarding the ontology ofland and the relationships between people, the state, and the land, offering acritical perspective on the dominant and colonial approaches to land which havehistorically guided our understandings of land and land rights. Featuring: Alejandra Mancilla (University ofOs…

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Interacting with the State, Part I

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The“Interacting with the State” panels emphasize different legal regimes whichcurrently define relationships between indigenous people’s and the state. Part1 features presentations on Mining Development and Modern Treaty-making. Featuring: Julia Gilpin and Karine Vanthuyne (Universityof Ottawa) “Reconciling the Indigenous Right to Self-determinatio…

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Changing the Paradigm

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Thisepisode features a set of three paper presentations. The panel examines differentunderstandings of our relationships with the land and particularly highlights thosetraditional relationships which are challenging the western and colonialinterpretations of relationships to the land. Featuring: Jeff Corntassel (University ofVictoria) “How will the…

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The Ontologies of Land

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Thisepisode features a roundtable of three indigenous speakers, presenting theirown understandings of the concept of land and the inherent contradictions andcontroversies as they consider wider ontological approaches to the land. Featuring: Dale Turner (University of Toronto) Paula Sherman (Trent University) Robert Lovelace (Queen’s University)…

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Podcast Introduction

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Sekon, Aniin, Tanisi, and welcome to the Indigenous Land Rights and Reconciliation podcast, presenting six panel presentations hosted at Queen's University in September of 2019. This introduction offers a traditional greeting from Kanonhsyonne (Janice Hill), Director of Indigenous Initiatives at Queen’s University, acknowledging the land and territ…