The Cycle Breakers Podcast is for those of us who have been chosen to be the ONE in our lineage to transmute pain into power & wounds into wisdom. Hosted by Rachael Hunt, First Nations Chippewas of Nawash, Intuitive Indigenous Mentor & founder of Freedom School & The Freedom Method™️. This is an homage to her roots as an Aniishnaabe Kwe (translated from Ojibwe, meaning indigenous woman) This podcast weaves in personal storytelling, amplifies Indigenous voices, and features the inspiring jour ...
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Miss Indigenous Canada, Vulnerability as Medicine & Mental Health Awareness w/ Jessica McKenzie
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53:57On this week's episode, we have a very special guest. Jessica McKenzie is a proud member of Opaskwayak Cree Nation, living in Toronto, ON. She is a sister, auntie, beadwork artist, and this years Miss Indigenous Canada. With her love for community, she encourages cultural revitalization through traditional beading workshops. Jessica has been recogn…
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If you’re having a “bad” day or feeling off, this one’s for you. I almost didn’t record today because I couldn’t fake the high-vibe energy. So instead, I got real - because masking our emotions only takes us further from the medicine we need. This is a permission slip to pause, feel deeply, and connect with your Spiritual Counsel for guidance. Your…
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In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it really means to lead with integrity - especially as Indigenous women reclaiming our power, our voice, and our value in business. Inspired by a recent experience that challenged me to hold my boundaries and reflect on what I truly stand for, this conversation explores the sacred responsibility we carry…
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In this solo episode, I’m unpacking the truth about the “gap” so many of us feel between our current reality and the life we know we’re meant for. Whether it’s in your relationships, career, or money - the problem isn’t that you’re not doing enough. It’s that your subconscious, nervous system, and energetic setpoint might still be aligned with the …
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Proof Your Ancestors Are Always Guiding You + This Story Is Wild
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25:24Chi-Miigwetch for helping us break a biggest monthly downloads record for the month of April! Please keep listening, sharing and subscribing! This week's episode is a slightly different format and Rach is sharing a recent magical, mystical series of events that unfolded for her in the form of ancestral communication. As she recounts this story, she…
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Fear the Other Shoe Will Drop & What To Do About It
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42:01What if your biggest block to receiving joy isn’t what’s happening outside of you - but what’s lingering within? In this episode, Rachael unpacks the all-too-common fear that good things won’t last- the fear that the "other shoe will drop." From ancestral trauma to nervous system dysregulation, we explore where this fear originates, how it silently…
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The Seven Circles for Cultural Well-Being & Restoring Indigenous Masculinity w/ Thosh Collins
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1:19:13On this week's episode, we welcome Thosh Collins to the podcast. I had the opportunity to connect with him in-person in the Yukon, where we were both delivering keynotes at the IRS Wellness Gathering. Thosh Collins was born and raised in the Salt River Reservation in Arizona where he is now a family man, community organizer and an active participan…
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What You Need to Know About Your Nervous System + Manifestation
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40:59In this episode of Cycle Breakers, Rachael dives deep into the importance of nervous system regulation and how it directly impacts your ability to manifest and create the life you truly desire. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface -…
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Honouring the Cycle Keepers, Family Genealogy & Anishinaabe Law w/ Dr. John Borrows
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57:48Book your 90-min Elevated Ascension Session to break free from self-doubt, scarcity, and fear, stepping into clarity, confidence, and alignment. Ready to meet your highest self? Book now and reclaim your power. This week I have the honour of welcoming a true leader in Indigenous law and governance, Dr. John Borrows, also my second cousin. John is t…
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Becoming the Cycle Breaker & The Subconscious Mind
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42:29Book your 90-min Elevated Ascension Session to break free from self-doubt, scarcity, and fear, stepping into clarity, confidence, and alignment. Ready to meet your highest self? Book now and reclaim your power. This episode is recorded live from Whitehorse, Yukon Territories! I am giving you the BTS details of my latest keynote speaking opportunity…
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Spirit Talker, Embracing & Trusting Your Intuitive Gifts w/ Shawn Leonard
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1:02:03Book your 90-min Elevated Ascension Session to break free from self-doubt, scarcity, and fear, stepping into clarity, confidence, and alignment. Ready to meet your highest self? Book now and reclaim your power. Today's guest is Shawn Leonard, also known as The Spirit Talker. Shawn is a proud Indigenous Mi’kmaq person who works with spirit to heal h…
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Quantum Standards: The Key to Leveling the F*ck Up
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32:15Book your 90-min Elevated Ascension Session to break free from self-doubt, scarcity, and fear, stepping into clarity, confidence, and alignment. Ready to meet your highest self? Book now and reclaim your power. In this episode, we’re diving deep into raising your standards, shifting your reality, and embodying the highest version of yourself. This …
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Finding Your Purpose & Sense of Belonging Through Spirit Name & Clan w/ Karen Bird
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1:04:48For today's guest, we have Karen Bird from Batchewana First Nation, ON, an Anishnaabe woman who has received the 2015 Influential Women of Northern Ontario's Aboriginal Leadership Award and the 2018 ATHENA Leadership Award. She serves on the board of TakingITGlobal and is the first Indigenous President of the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce. K…
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In this episode of Cycle Breakers, we're diving into the power of surrender—but not the gentle kind. We're talking about burning things down to clear space for something greater. If you’ve been feeling stuck, pushing, or forcing something that no longer fits, this conversation is for you. Sometimes, the hardest part isn’t letting go—it’s trusting w…
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Your heart is more powerful than you think—it holds the key to your deepest healing, your ability to receive love, and your connection to your highest self. But if you’ve ever felt unworthy, disconnected, or afraid to open up, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart chakra, the power of self-love, and how Holy Fire Reiki…
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Breaking Free from Victimhood: Reclaiming Your Power & Creating a New Reality
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46:57Have you ever felt like life is just happening to you—like no matter what you do, you can’t seem to break free from struggle? This might be a sign you’re operating from a victimhood state, a disempowering mindset that keeps you stuck in cycles of blame, self-doubt, and powerlessness. In this episode of The Cycle Breakers, we’re unpacking what it re…
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Ancestral Whispers & the Power of Synchronicity
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34:38In this episode of Cycle Breakers, we explore the sacred connection between ancestral guidance and the synchronicities that light our path. These whispers and signs aren’t just coincidences—they’re deeply meaningful messages from our lineage and the universe, urging us to heal, grow, and align with our purpose. Whether you’ve felt the pull of an in…
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How to Achieve Indigenous Success & Prosperity
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31:01This week we’re flipping the script on Indigenous success by shifting focus from the problem to the solution. I’m breaking down the gap I see in how we approach healing and growth, and sharing powerful tools to achieve prosperity: Root Cause Reprogramming to unlock your subconscious wisdom, EFT tapping to release stuck energies, Hypnosis to access …
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Happy New Year! In this episode, we’re diving into how my 2024reflections are shaping the energy and intentions for the year ahead. I’ll share insights from my recent solo country cabin retreat (aka a “secret project” that’s been brewing), the energetic upgrades I’ve embraced, and why 2025 is all about being rather than doing. Together, let’s explo…
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BONUS Year-End Episode: Healing the Fear of Leaving People Behind
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32:27In this special year-end episode, I’m recapping the holidays—the joy, play, and gratitude, as well as moments of reflection. I offer insights on the power of leading with your heart and the freedom that comes when we overcome the ego’s grip on material validation, personal agendas, and external perceptions. In this episode, I riff on: The spontaneo…
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Business Real Talk + Integrity & Indigenous Values in Leadership w/ Cheekbone Beauty's Jenn Harper
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55:06This is the final episode of 2024, and we have the perfect guest to send us off into the new year. Jenn Harper is not just a name in the beauty industry; she's a revolution. An award-winning social entrepreneur and international speaker, Jenn is the trailblazing founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics—a brand that has gracefully painted the i…
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Just Shoot Your Shot - Taking Bold Action
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27:14As 2024 winds down, don’t wait—shoot your shot! While others slow for the holidays, seize this moment to take bold action. Whether in work, business, relationships, or personal dreams, aim higher and trust yourself to go for it. I am sharing how taking audacious leaps transformed my year and why it’s not just about the result—it’s about building co…
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Setting Boundaries, People Pleasing, Letting People Go
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30:21In this episode, Rach dives into the empowering practice of setting and honouring boundaries—a radical act of self-respect and self-value. Boundaries help protect your emotional, mental, and physical well-being by clearly defining what is and isn’t acceptable in your relationships, work, and personal life. We’ll explore how people-pleasing tendenci…
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Establishing Leadership, From Ego to Heart in Business, Money as Medicine w/ Shannon Pestun
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59:27This week we have a very special guest: Shannon Pestun. She is the CEO of Pestun Consulting and Co-founder of The Finance Cafe. She also is a Senior Advisor to the Diversity Institute. Shannon is an accomplished speaker who has spoken not only across Canada but internationally, sharing the challenges and successes of building an inclusive and susta…
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The Birthday Episode: Love, Heartbreak, Reinventing Self, Life Lately
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31:20This is Rach's first ever birthday episode for the Cycle Breakers Podcast, and I have lots of goodness to share. As I reflect on the past year, I realized that while there was a ton of loss and grieving, there was just as much growth and expansion. This episode is one of triumph, empowerment, courage, and resilience amidst lifes challenges. In this…
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Sobriety, Self-Determination, Identity Work & Cultivating Safe Spaces w/ Elaine Alec
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55:06This week's guest is Elaine Alec. She is from the Syilx (Okanagan) Nation and Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation and is a member of the Penticton Indian Band in the Interior of British Columbia. She has been a political advisor, Chief of Staff for the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations, Community Planner for her own First Nation, employee for the P…
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In this episode, we explore what it means to navigate the “void space” — a disorienting period of transition when we’re not sure what comes next, but we’re called to trust the process anyway. Often marked by confusion, doubt, and the temptation to give up, the void can actually be a powerful place of inner growth and transformation. Together, we’ll…
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In this episode, we explore how burnout uniquely impacts Indigenous professionals, shaped by cultural disconnection, generational trauma, and the pressure to balance cultural identity with career demands. We discuss the emotional and physical toll of constantly navigating these spaces, often leading to feelings of overwhelm, self-doubt, and exhaust…
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Decolonizing Your Business, Mind and Money w/ Ariana Fotinakis & Vanessa Lesperance
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1:05:24In this episode, we have Ariana Fotinakis & Vanessa Lesperance of Decolonize & Rize with us. Their business offers decolonial training and workshops for mid to large size organizations. Their flagship offering is Reconciliation & Well-Being -- equipping their clients with nervous system regulation and holistic well-being to be able to engage in rec…
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In this episode, we dive into the fear of being seen as an Indigenous woman, exploring how cultural and historical trauma has influenced our relationship with visibility and self-expression. We’ll talk about the importance of breaking these cycles, reclaiming our power, and embracing our right to be seen in both business and life. You’ll hear pract…
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Having the Audacity to Take up Space Boldly & Confidently
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32:08In this episode, we explore what it means to have the audacity to show up boldly, confidently, and powerfully as an Indigenous woman. Through stories, practical tools, and ancestral wisdom, we’ll dive into how embracing our presence can be a transformative act of reclamation and self-love. Today Rach riffs on: Understanding what it means to “take u…
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Ancestral Wisdom Meets Modern Success: Empowering Indigenous Women
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29:26What does it take to walk in two worlds as an Indigenous entrepreneur? In this episode, I dive into the journey of blending ancestral wisdom with modern business practices. I share practical tips for grounding yourself in your roots, breaking through generational barriers, and building a lasting legacy. Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or a season…
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Rachael has just returned back from the incredible 2-day Indigenomic SHE conference and is teeming with inspiration and motivation. Whilst there were many takeaways that she is still processing, one notably stood out that she couldn't wait to share with you. In this episode, Rach riffs on: her biggest a-ha moment at the conference how she manifeste…
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In this week's episode, Rach is dropping in some inspo that will have you feeling empowered and inspired to keep going for your big dreams. We can all go through those lulls on our journey when we wonder if anything is even working out or meant to be -- this will help you snap out of any unfavourable headspace you might currently be in! Rach riffs …
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“What can I learn from this?” Asking powerful questions
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35:14This week's episode was inspired on one of Rach's Hot & Healed Manifestations Walks (#iykyk). She serves up her usual dose of positive mindset with a no BS flare and a few tangents tossed in for good measure. She's going to help you get out of any tough or challenging situation you might be facing with a few powerful questions to begin asking yours…
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Overcoming Adversity to Lead Authentically & Using Your Voice to Heal w/ Willow Blythe
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48:57Today we welcome Willow Blythe-Carroll, an enrolled citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, is an award-winning Indigenous communicator, international speaker, and storyteller. As the founder of Weaving Wisdom, Willow inspires leaders of Indigenous and diverse communities — at all stages in their journeys — to embrace authenticity and carry forward…
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In this episode, you're being invited to explore where you are being called to choose yourself. Rachael sheds light on a personal experience that brought her to her knees and changed the trajectory of her life path. You'll see what life begins to look like when you say yes to YOU. We riff on: what it means to choose yourself without being self-invo…
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In this week's episode, Rachael shares how a weekend trip to her hometown awakened a new level of awareness around her identity and the growth in her healing journey over the years. She explores how her homecoming journey has allowed her to find acceptance in her roots, while illuminating the pathway to her purpose, mission and vision. Rach riffs o…
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10 of My Biggest Breakthroughs & Lessons from Ceremony
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36:28In this episode, Rachael reflects on her growth through attending ceremony over the past 2 years. After her experience at the Noojimowaaning ceremony over the weekend in her home community, she has received further lessons that she can't wait to share with you. Each ceremony serves as an initiation to her ascension and evolution, always aligning at…
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Ancestral Innovation, Entrepreneurship & BIPOC Women w/ Heenali Patel
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59:38This week's guest is Heenali Patel, The Sacred Weaver. She is an ancestral and somatic business coach for women of colour, supporting BIPOC women to evolve businesse rooted in artistry, ancestral wisdom and authentic story-telling. In this episode, we discuss: ancestral innovation and how we can access it entrepreneurship through the lens of ancest…
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Who You Need To Become To Manifest Your Dream Life, Love & Career w/ Kim Velez
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1:16:49This week's episode is repurposed from my previous podcast, That Freedom Life but this conversation was so good I needed to bring it back. We have Kim Velez, transformation coach in the hot seat today. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specialized in trauma and addiction for over 12 years. Since becoming a life coach in 2019, she's help…
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The Answer is More Love + Becoming An Ancestral Healer
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23:14We are halfway through the year and Rachael is recapping some of the biggest initiations of 2024 yet. Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a very exciting announcement you get to be a part of! In this episode: why we sabotage just as things start to get good the guidance I always get from my ancestors, that you need also how our shadow self …
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This week's episode is a solo riff by Rach. She shares practical tips, real-life examples, and transformational insights to anyone who may be navigating a situation that has them feeling resistant or defeated. In this episode we discuss: how to decide when to keep going or time to walk away 10 tips to discern if your pathway is aligned how to stay …
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Remember Your Roots, Mayan Practices, & Benefits of Ceremonial Cacao w/ Christine Olivia
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49:39This week's episode features Christine Olivia Hernandez is the author of Remember Your Roots, A Child of Magic, many other children’s books, and screenplays, a cacao ceremonialist, and a Mayan Spiritual Guide Initiate. Through her programs, the Maltyox (Gratitude) Method and the Revival, she helps thousands with ancestral healing, supporting body, …
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Indigenous Women & Money, Rematriation, Connecting to Land w/ Jaime Gloshay
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1:12:56This week we have a special guest, Jaime Gloshay, on the podcast. Jaime is the Managing Director of Impact Investments at Common Future, where she leads lending and investments into community-rooted organizations to increase access, affordability, and power by providing catalytic capital and back office support. Supporting Native women is an honor …
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are you actually listening to your intuition?
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29:44This week's episode comes to you from the land, Rachael's home community, Neyashiinigmiing ON. She takes you on a little glimpse of her mini getaway and the decision that brought her here this week. In this episode, we discuss: overcoming the logical mind to make aligned decisions the difference between listening and honouring your intuition how we…
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What happens when the way you've been doing life or business no longer feels right? What happens when you're on the road to expansion and you start to feel immense discomfort? Listen to this episode to find out these answers to these burning existential questions and more! In this episode, we discuss: common signs you're upgrading what all healing …
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Sacred Teachings & Entrepreneurship + Exciting Life Update
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30:51This week's episode is chockfull of riffs, tangents and exciting life updates as Rach opens up about what she's got going on behind the scenes. We discuss: the intersection of 7 sacred teachings & leadership what we can learn from ancestral wisdom as entrepreneurs a new approach to business that no one else is doing unlocking your success & prosper…
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My Homecoming Journey As an Indigenous Woman (PART TWO)
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35:30When your ancestors drop in specific instructions, you listen. This week's episode is the follow-up to the last episode, which is sort of like a mini audio book with short chapters of my homecoming journey as an Indigenous woman, picking up where we left off with Part Seven: Miami & an integral turning point. Here are the remaining 5 parts where I …
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My Homecoming Journey As an Indigenous Woman (PART ONE)
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32:21When your ancestors drop in specific instructions, you listen. This week's episode is sort of like a mini audio book with short chapters of my homecoming journey as an Indigenous woman from the very beginning. I begin to weave a story broken into 6 parts to let you in to my heart and soul. Miigwetch for being here and listening! LINKS Rachael's Ins…
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