The Practical Shaman

In this episode of The Practical Shaman Podcast, Renee Baribeau welcomes longtime friend, teacher, and author Meg Beeler for a heartfelt conversation about reciprocity, alignment, nature connection, and the practices that help us stay centered during times of change. Drawing from decades of shamanic practice, journeys to Peru, and a deep relationship with the natural world, Meg shares simple yet p...

From Oy to Joy: Spiritual Aging, Shulamit Sofia, MSW : by Renee Baribeau The Practical Shaman

Renee Baribeau, The Practical Shaman, and Tracee Dunblazier challenge the traditional shamanic concept of "neutrality," arguing that true spiritual maturity requires taking the side of humanity rather than standing apart from conflict . Both hosts open up about their own uncomfortable awakenings regarding white privilege and family history, discussing the necessary work of dismantling internal bia...

In this session, Itzhak shares a ritual teaching from Ecuadorian shamanic traditions on how light is born in times of great personal and planetary shadow. Through story and simple practices, he invites you to face what has been hidden, reclaim your own inner fire, and become a beacon of hope and clarity for others. Itzhak Beery is an internationally respected shamanic teacher, healer, speaker, and...

Sandi offers a half-hour Native flute concert featuring original pieces and seasonal music. She will introduce several of her handmade flutes, sharing the woods they are crafted from, their tone colors, ranges, and unique personalities. Some songs are written specifically for individual flutes, inviting you into a musical journey that can transport you to magical inner landscapes and soothe the sp...

Most of us carry far more power than we ever learn to use. Judy invites you to explore where your power lives, how it leaks away, and how you can gather it back to shape the coming year with intention. Through shamanic perspective and practical guidance, you will learn how to partner with Spirit and your own deep knowing to align your energy with what you truly want to manifest in 2026. Judy Ramse...

Christina explores what it takes to remain grounded, open-hearted, and effective when the world feels like it is unraveling. Drawing on decades of shamanic practice, she shares tools for cultivating inner steadiness and courage, transforming fear into informed action, and becoming the medicine that is needed in your family, community, and culture. Christina Pratt is the founder of Last Mask Center...

Drawing from his Xhosa and Swazi Sangoma lineages, John shares how to listen for the guidance of your ancestors in uncertain times. Through story, prayer, and simple practices, he shows how dreams, signs, and the natural world can reveal the path forward and how ancestral connection can strengthen your heart, restore belonging, and help you walk with courage. John Lockley is a fully initiated and...

In this equine-guided session, Aimee invites you to connect with the sentinel nature of horses and mules who quietly watch over their herds and humans. The rescue animals of Coachella Valley Horse Rescue will energetically hold sacred space as you are led to unearth soul memories, awaken intuitive guidance, and remember your own role as guardian for the beings and places you love. Aimee Mosco is a...

Across the world it can feel as if the living fabric of Nature is being torn apart. Evelyn invites us to step into our role as shamanic visionaries and to participate in the Earth's renewal. Through guided journeys and ceremony, you will explore how to draw deep stability and power from the Earth, hold a clear heart-centered vision of a vibrant planet, and stand in resilient faith rather than coll...

Linda guides you into a conscious pause, a space of stillness where you can listen for the light within and gently reconnect with your inner wisdom. Through reflection, breath, and simple shamanic practices, she helps you reset your nervous system and remember that even in dark times, your inner fire is never lost. An accomplished teacher, mentor, and shamanic practitioner, Linda Fitch has spent n...

In this guided journey, Christina invites you to travel inward and downward, grounding into the Earth and connecting with Pachamama, the Mother of Creation. Together you will rediscover resilience at its true source, root into the living field beneath you, and feel the support of your collective connections. This practice helps you remember the steadiness that rises when you are resourced from bel...

We will begin our Solstice Gathering with an opening blessing from Sandra Ingerman, inviting the global Fire Tender community into a unified field of light, protection, and prayer as we step together into the longest night. Sandra Ingerman, MA, is a world-renowned teacher of shamanism, known for bridging ancient cross-cultural healing methods with the needs of modern life. She has been teaching fo...

Deborah guides a group attunement and gives visual expression to the collective field through Touch Drawing. As soulful images emerge under her fingertips, you are invited to sense how they mirror the energies moving in and around you. Deborah and Renee will reflect on the images together, and the session will close with drumming, toning, and time to integrate what has been received. Deborah Koff-...

Renee opens the Solstice Gathering by lighting the central fire and welcoming Fire Tenders from around the world into a shared field of Sacred Resilience. She will set the energetic container for the weekend, offer a brief blessing, and share simple instructions for tending your home altar, candle, or fire so you can stay connected to the vigil in a way that fits your life. You will leave this ope...

In this intimate and insightful conversation, The Practical Shaman, Renee Baribeau, welcomes psychologist, shamanic practitioner, and best-selling author Carl Greer to explore the power of rewriting your personal narrative. Drawing on Jungian psychology, dreamwork, and shamanic journeying, Carl shares transformative tools from his new workbook, Go Within, guiding listeners to engage with the inner...

Richard Louis Miller – clinical psychologist, author, and broadcaster with over 64 years of clinical experience in mind-body health. As the founder of the internationally-recognized Cokenders Alcohol and Drug Program and the creator of the nationally-acclaimed Health Sanctuary at Wilbur Hot Springs, he has dedicated his life to enhancing well-being. His innovative approaches to healing have been s...

Lisa Tener is an award winning author, book writing and publishing coach. Lisa is known for helping writers easily access creative flow, free their voice, and bring forth their best work. She is the author of Breathe. Write. Breathe.: 18 Energizing Practices to Spark Your Writing and Free Your Voice which offers ancient mindful movement and breathing practices to access a state of creative flow at...

Tammy Mastroberte is a best-selling and award-winning author, spiritual teacher, and wellness expert. Her mission is to help people use the simple and practical tools that are right at their fingertips, to thrive in everyday life, and create creative positive changes. Tammy’s upcoming book, The Higher Help Method: Stop Trying to Manifest and Let the Universe Guide You (April 16 2024, Sounds True)...

In this enlightening keynote, Renee Baribeau, also known as The Practical Shaman, delves into the profound wisdom of nature-based traditions as powerful tools for healing and recovery. Drawing from her extensive experience and deep understanding of shamanic practices, Renee illuminates how these ancient traditions provide not just a connection to the natural world, but also offer transformative pa...

Renee Baribeau interviews Dr. Valorie Prahl , author of Body Messengers: A Planetary Archetypal Guide for Health Patterns, Well-Being, and Self-Healing Dr. Valorie Prahl is a Doctor of Chiropractic, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and an integrative practitioner in active practice for more than thirty-five years. Her frustration with the typical medical approach of suppressing symptoms without fi...

In this captivating episode of The Practical Shaman's Podcast, join us as Renee Baribeau engages in a feisty challenge with Kerri Hummingbird, exploring her ideas about the state of the world and its root causes. Kerri Hummingbird, a Medicine Woman, Mother, and Mentor, is the visionary Founder of Inner Medicine Training, a Mystery School that imparts ancient traditions from the Andes and Himalayas...

Renee Baribeau the Practical Shaman, interviews Isa Gucciardi, Ph. D. is the Founding Director of the Foundation of the Sacred Stream, a school for consciousness. Isa is the creator of Depth Hypnosis, a groundbreaking therapeutic model that incorporates shamanic healing practices with hypnotherapy, Buddhist and Transpersonal psychology, and energy medicine. She is also the creator of the shamanic...

Nathan Agin is an actor, marketer, and audiobook narrator/producer whose voice "cuts right to the chase." He has completed 50+ audiobooks, won an Earphones Award (with Penguin Random House), and was an Apple Books "Must Listen" (with HarperCollins). He has also narrated 100+ articles for New York Times best-selling author Mark Manson (The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck). As an author, he self-pub...

Prolific author, psychotherapist, educator, international activist and journey leader, Ed Tick, PhD is honored for his forty years of pioneering work healing the invisible wounds of war and violent trauma. He was Co-founder/Director of the non-profit Soldier’s Heart, Inc. for 13 years and continues to support war-healing internationally. He is the Pentagon-appointed subject matter expert on Post T...