The Rainbow House - Casa Acozamalotl

Send a text This solo episode is a quick reflection on the current political climate in Chicago, focusing on the emotional and social impact of federal actions against vulnerable immigrant communities. I share my personal experiences of protesting against these actions, highlighting the fear and uncertainty felt by many residents, share a brief written account of a one day protesting at the Broadv...

Send a text Meet Chicome, the creative powerhouse behind Mi Corazon Mexica. Tune in as he discusses his artistic and spiritual journey, the importance of reconnecting with indigenous roots, and his deep love for his people and history. He shares insights into the Wixáritari people, from whom he descends, the influence of his family on his art, and the evolution of his artistic expression through c...

Send a text Dive into a rich conversation with Lannan, an artist, wisdom keeper, and moderator of the Mexica religious subreddit and related Discord server. Join me in  exploring Lan's unique perspective on polytheism, his personal journey to veneration of the Mexica Teteo, the evolving landscape of spiritual communities in digital space, and more.  Referenced in the conversation: https://www...

Send a text In this episode of Casa Acozamalotl I delve into the profound spiritual journey of Bianca Herrera, a therapist and curandera from Chicago. Bianca shares her experiences growing up as a Mexicana in Chicago, exploring her identity, and embracing her spiritual path. From her roots in Mexico to her transformative practices in the city, Bianca's story is one of resilience, cultural con...

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Send a text We bring our conversation with Osea to a close! In this episode, I forgot to include an intro but we cover what it means to be a curandera, how not to be a spiritual colonist, more history and politics, and the complexity of making magic.  Mentioned in this episode: The Invention of Nature: Alexander Von Humboldt's New World by Andrea Wulf

Send a text Part 2 of my conversation with Osea! In this conversation, we continue our exploration of the complexities of identity, spirituality, and cultural practices. Osea shares her journey of self-identification as a bruja and a Palo priestess, navigating the intersections of her Mexican heritage, Catholic upbringing, and the rich tapestry of ancestral practices they encompass. We discuss syn...

Send a text This is a brief meditation on the unfolding of spring and the importance of honoring the cycles of the earth, death, rot, and re-seeding. It features a short, original poem.  

Send a text Meet Osea, a bruja, activist powerhouse and personal friend of mine making good trouble in Nueva York. Today's episode explores the complexities of cultural identity, language, and heritage. We discuss our personal experiences with education and activism, particularly the importance of understanding and challenging historical narratives. We delve into the ongoing impact of colonia...

Send a text A short reflection on the spring season to re-open a new season of The Rainbow House.  Song credit: MaMuse (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfsRSoeC8Lg) All Beats provided by https://freebeats.io Produced by White Hot

Send a text My sister stops by the podcast to have a rich discussion about heritage, community, healing, and motherhood.  Books and poets mentioned during this episode: "I'm in Charge of Celebrations" by Byrd Baylor Rumi Hafez RamDass Allen Watts All Beats provided by https://freebeats.io Produced by White Hot

Send a text An interview with Behike DJ Sanakori about Taino Revivalism and NYC Puerto Rican identity. Where you can find him: https://tainoradio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tainoradio1491/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4CTiG6MaxP1zml6ADJsHBA https://www.facebook.com/NYCIndigenousMobileLibrary All Beats provided by https://freebeats.io Produced by White Hot

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Send a text Referenced during this episode: "Restoring the Kinship Worldview: Indigenous Voices Introduce 28 Precepts for Rebalancing Life on Planet Earth" by Wahinkpe Topa and Darcia Narvaez, PhD All Beats provided by https://freebeats.io Produced by White Hot

Send a text Referenced during this podcast: - "1491: New Revelations of the Americas before Colombus" by Charles Mann - "The Fifth Sun: A New History of the Aztecs" by Camilla Townsend - "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer - Tales From Aztlantis (podcast) Beat provided by https://freebeats.io

Send a text In which I muse on death, mortality, and our obligations to our children and ourselves to share the truth of the cycle of life. Feliz Día de los Muertos a todos!  As always - Beat provided by https://freebeats.io

Send a text In which I learn to check in with all my relatives to get a fuller picture of our history. All Beats provided by https://freebeats.io Produced by White Hot

Send a text Happy Indigenous People's Day! We are here! Indigenous communities are striving and thriving across the Americas in defiance of 500 years of oppression and genocide. In this episode, I share a little about my identity, why knowing your ancestors and ancestry is important, and a bit about one of my great-grandmothers. Thank you for tuning in! All Beats provided by https://freebeats...

Send a text A brief but surprisingly challenging introduction to the podcast and the themes I hope to address. Why this podcast? Why the crazy name? Enjoy my meandering! "Eternal" Produced by White Hot Beat provided by https://freebeats.io