Gaia Gossip: Get the Dirt from Mother Earth!

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by Candy Schibli, coffee entrepreneur, chemical engineer, and owner of Southeastern Roastery and Blend & Brew. Tune in for an invigorating conversation with plenty of dirt from Mother Earth as Candy shares her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and her work supporting women throughout the global coffee supply chain. Toge...

What does it mean to be a father in a changing world? In this special Gaia Gossip conversation, host Theo EJ Wilson joins Dr. Paul Rivera, Blake Kent, and Jason Jacobs to explore fatherhood, positive masculinity, and the responsibility of raising the next generation with intention. Together, they discuss breaking generational patterns, redefining strength, embracing vulnerability, and honoring the...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by acclaimed Indigenous author, educator, and advocate Chef Sean Sherman. Known for his James Beard Award-winning cookbook The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen and as co-founder of Owamni, Chef Sean shares how Indigenous food systems connect and heal communities. Together, they explore Indigenous food sovereignty, community food models...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by veteran Holly Butler of Dawg Daze Podcast, and the Indigenous Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce for an intriguing conversation on the healing power of plant medicine.  Butler shares her path from undiagnosed PTSD and avoidance of pharmaceuticals to studying cannabis through a Master of Science in Medical Cannabis Science an...

"This plant has so much more to offer us than the narrow uses that have been told to us" — Aicila Lewis, Organizational Strategist In this grounded and energizing episode of Gaia Gossip , host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by Aicila Lewis to explore hemp as more than a plant, but as a pathway back to relationships with ourselves and each other. Together, they discuss hemp as an ecosystem solution roo...

Vanessa Blacknall-Jamison, Her Many Voices Board Member, leads Theo EJ Wilson in a discussion on the origin of Black History Month, tracing it from Carter G. Woodson’s Negro History Week near Abraham Lincoln’s birthday to its expansion after the civil rights era. He explains what it means to be in a Black historical family, citing lineages like Douglass, Tubman, Shabazz, King, and his own connecti...

"When you have Elder women in your life, there is matriarchy." — Dr. Renee Tsinigine Holt  In this episode of Gaia Gossip , host Mary Jane Oatman sits down with Dr. Renee Tsinigine Holt (Navajo/Nez Perce), a Post Doctoral Research Scholar for the Indigenous Resilience Center (IRes). Together they sit at our communal table to discuss the power of matrilineal wisdom, motherhood, and science in...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, presented by Her Many Voices, host Theo EJ Wilson sits down with two talented Black storytellers, Actor Merrick McCartha and Filmmaker Dr. Karen Moore. They talk about  why representation in film and storytelling matters and how it shapes how Black lives are seen and valued. A powerful conversation around the impacts of colorism, the importance of Black-led sto...

"Artists call out the sickness." — Josée Bourgeois In this episode of Gaia Gossip , host Mary Jane Oatman sits down with Josée Bourgeois , an Algonquin First Nations actress, model, dancer, and activist. Together, they sit at our communal table and explore the ways in which  art is the cure to the modern sickness of disconnection and oppression. Josée shares her transformative journey from th...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by Danny Desjarlais for an inspiring conversation on fatherhood, Indigenous male leadership, and the responsibility of carrying wisdom forward.  As a father of five and the Industrial Hemp Construction Project Manager for the Lower Sioux Indian Community , Danny shares how guidance from elders, care for the land, and community-ce...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Mary Jane Oatman is joined by Chenae Bullock, Founder and CEO of Moskehtu Consulting and a member of the Shinnecock Nation. Mary Jane leads a conversation that delves into the contrasting business philosophies between Western and Indigenous practices, emphasizing community and sustainability. Together they reflect on the importance of winter as a time for rest,...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip by Her Many Voices Foundation , host Theo EJ Wilson sits down with Jane and Melissa , the mother-daughter team behind the Wynne Farm Ecological Reserve in Kenscoff, Haiti. Together, they share powerful firsthand accounts of how escalating violence, political instability, and deforestation are threatening not only lives but also Haiti’s most critical watershed. For de...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, host Myrna James engages in a conversation with Jensine Larsen, the inspiring founder of World Pulse. The discussion explores the power of media and technology in amplifying women's voices and fostering global connections. Jensine shares stories of empowerment from across the globe, illustrating the transformative impact of digital platforms. The conversation also d...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, hosted by Mary Jane Oman and brought to you by Her Many Voices, three generations come together to discuss their multifaceted connection to cannabis and hemp. Mary Jane is joined by her mother Judy and grandmother Alice, who share personal stories about their paths as advocates for plant medicine. They discuss historical challenges, including Alice's incarceration i...

In this deeply moving episode of Gaia Gossip presented by Her Many Voices, host Theo EJ Wilson engages in a powerful dialogue with four inspiring men—Theo, Paul, Blake, and Jason—about the concept of positive masculinity. The discussion spans personal journeys of confronting toxic behaviors, the influence of upbringing and cultural environments, and the role of divine masculinity. The guests share...

In this episode of the Gaia Gossip podcast, hosted by Mary Jane Oatman, the conversation centers on the powerful influence of Indigenous women leaders in land repatriation, cultural preservation, and community empowerment. Joined by Alicia, founder of Her Many Voices Foundation, the discussion explores the vital role of matriarchs in environmental stewardship, the importance of storytelling for ge...

In this episode of Gaia Gossip, the show introduces its new host, Theo Wilson, an acclaimed poet and speaker from Denver. The episode delves into Theo's life, his contributions to the cause, and his commitment to environmental and social justice. Theo discusses the importance of having diverse perspectives, including those from people of color and indigenous backgrounds, in tackling issues like to...

In this episode of the Gaia Gossip podcast, hosted by Mary Jane Oatman, the conversation revolves around the significant impact of cannabis and hemp advocacy within Indigenous communities. Featuring special guest Samantha Fow, Marketing Manager at Vicente LLP, the discussion delves into the environmental and economic benefits of hemp, strategies for overcoming cannabis stigma, and the role of data...

In this episode of Her Many Voices Gaia Gossip,  our host Myrna James did a deep dive with Joni Kindwall-Moore, founder of Snacktivist and The Rhizosphere, about her work in promoting climate-smart crops like millet and sorghum, leveraging advanced technology solutions such as AI and blockchain for food supply chain transparency, and her efforts with the North American Millets Alliance. Kindw...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with SSG Lacy McDonald, a champion for youth empowerment and community service. Her Many Voices presents a unique look into the life and work of this extraordinary individual who's making waves in urban education. From Battlefield to Classroom Lacy's journey began with 13 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, including two deployments to Afghanistan...

Gaia Gossip On the Move with Maren Krings & hasan alp şahin The Kizilirmak Delta and Hemp: A Closer Look at Climate Solutions August's podcast is taking us to Turkey where Maren had been in July for a hemp conference. And as part of exploring environmental solutions to our climate problems or climate mitigation efforts, members of the Hemp Institute have visited the Kizinyrmaq Delta, which is...

The Her Many Voices Team is delighted to welcome Maren Krings, Director General of the Federation of International Hemp Organizations (FIHO), a Climate Impact Storyteller, and the newest member of the Gaia Gossip Team! Ms. Krings is someone with whom we have been honored to work the past few years- as well as to call a friend. We can’t wait for you to get to know her better through this new projec...

Join us for a riveting Gaia Gossip episode this Friday, July 19th at 11 AM MST! We're thrilled to welcome Liz Sweigart, a trailblazer whose non linear career path includes medieval studies, nonprofit finance, Big 4 tax partnership, and now, a leadership role in the DWeb/Web3/crypto/blockchain industry. Along her career Liz, has picked up an MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management and a PhD i...

This month we are delighted to welcomed Dr. Janis Whitlock, a developmental psychologist, researcher, educator, and systems consultant with a career spanning four decades. As emerita research faculty at Cornell University and the founder and director of the Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery, Dr. Whitlock has made significant contributions to the fields of mental health and wellb...

In honor of Women's Month, we are thrilled to welcome Rev. Peggy Petahtegoose from Atikmeksheng Anishnawbek First Nation as our special guest. Peggy's roots run deep in her homeland, and her connection to Spirit guides her journey of healing and service. Peggy has a passion for Prenatal Yoga, Postpartum Yoga, and Yoga Nidra, which she has been teaching since 2012. She'll also discuss her role as a...