Glorified Fitness Incorporated (GFI) will answer questions about physical fitness, mental fitness, spiritual fitness, and how it all ties together to promote holistic fitness for your body, mind, and spirit. You can Reach the Unreachable with GFI!
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Now running in the Occupy Radio podcast slot, Love (and Revolution) Radio is a new weekly radio program co-hosted by Sherri Mitchell and Rivera Sun. We focus on stories of creative nonviolence, resilience and resistance, matters of the heart and spirit, and bright ideas to light the dark night of the soul, and tools you need for the times we’re in!
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ChangeMaking Connections is a monthly podcast exploring the journeys of change leaders striving for deep societal transformations. Hosted by Beth Berila, this show delves into the intricacies of sparking change, from personal evolutions to communal shifts. Here, we celebrate the challenges, triumphs, strategies, and possibilities that spring from a life dedicated to social justice. Join us in connecting with experts across various fields as we unpack the mechanisms of initiating meaningful c ...
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Bringing leaders together to talk about Black Life, Black leadership, Black learning and Black Lifestyle. We are your ultimate lunch break.
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Passionate about all things educational. Sit back with a beverage of your choice and have a listen. Thanks.
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Remembering Our Interdependence to Shape the World We Want with Sherri Mitchell-Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset
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53:40In this episode, Sherri Mitchell-Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset discusses remembering our kinship to one another and to all living beings as a path to reconnecting and interdependence. She offers the wisdom of rooting in our values and shaping the emergence of the world we want to create. Full of hope, discerning insight, and applied practice, Sherri sheds l…
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Being (y)our Authentic Selves: Countering Anti-Trans Attacks & Supporting Trans Communities with Teo Drake & Alex Kapitan
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59:33Trans communities are being targeted in deeply inhumane ways in this cultural moment. How did we get here and what can we do to support trans communities? In this powerful and timely episode, Teo Drake and Alex Kapitan offer insightful context for how, when, and why the current attack on Transgender communities arose. They trouble the disinformatio…
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Becoming Agents of Spiritual Possibility: Living Yoga Practice with Susanna Barkataki
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48:07In this episode, Susanna shares about her new book, Ignite Your Yoga: How to Live, Practice, and Teach as an Authentic Yoga Steward. We discuss her journey in writing this book and her first one, Embrace Yoga's Roots. Yoga is a practice for self, community, and for a better world. We talk about how yoga philosophy, traditions, and practice can shap…
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Companions in Process: Interdependence in Climate and Disability Justice with Naomi Ortiz
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50:06In this heartful episode, Naomi Ortiz explores their art as a spiritual process of listening to the land, grief work, and the difference between interdependence and mutual aid. As we discuss their new book, Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for Ecojustice, we explore what disability justice offers the climate justice movement and what roo…
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Polyvagal Theory and Intergenerational Trauma of Historically Marginalized Communities with Niloufer Merchant and Devika Dibya Choudhuri
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57:13We discuss the deep value of Polyvagal Theory for showing us how social connection impacts mental health and overall wellbeing. We explore how to apply Polyvagal theory to intergenerational trauma of historically marginalized groups. Our guests discuss what ancient wisdom and collectivist cultures have long known about community support and regulat…
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Fierce Vulnerability, Healing Trauma, and Collective Liberation with Kazu Haga
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46:56In this episode, Kazu Haga shares how fierce vulnerability can guide social justice work as it supports the healing of both individual and collective traumas. Injustice, he notes, is a manifestation of trauma, which cannot be fully healed on individual levels. Instead, we need to work with the collective trauma of families, groups, cultures, and so…
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Becoming Dragons: Contemplative Practices for Transforming Toward Wholeness with Ericka Echavarria and Maria Hamilton Abegunde
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55:10In this episode, we talk conjuring, contemplative emergence, and embodying justice. We explore the challenges of higher education and how contemplative practices can support us in remaining aligned with who we are and move us toward wholeness. This spacious episode also includes a practice, alongside laughter and inspiring reflections. Ericka Echav…
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Coming Home to Our Wholeness: Practices for Justice in Higher Education with Michelle C. Chatman, David W. Robinson-Morris, and LeeRay Costa
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58:06This deliciously spacious conversation with three Contemplative and Activist beings/scholars/practitioners explores how we can embody wholeness even in the troubled systems of higher education. Restore your spirit connecting with Michelle C. Chatman, David W. Robinson-Morris, and LeeRay Costa as they talk about their new anthology. Share stories of…
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Radical Imagination & Practices for Collective Liberation with Hala Khouri and Tessa Hicks Peterson
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38:20Hala Khouri and Tessa Hicks Peterson talk about the anthology they edited, Practicing Liberation: Transformative Strategies for Collective Healing and Liberation, Reflections on Burnout, Trauma, and Building Communities of Care in Social Justice work. We explore radical imagination, healing from trauma, and collective care in the work of individual…
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Yuria Celidwen's Vision for Indigenous Ethics and Planetary Belonging
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28:59In this heart-opening episode of ChangeMaking Connections, we immerse ourselves in the profound tapestry of indigenous wisdom with the remarkable Yuria Celidwen.By Beth Berila
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Rheanna Robinson on Reframing Disability Through Indigenous Perspectives
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40:57With us is Rheanna Robinson, an associate professor in the Department of First Nation Studies and a relentless advocate for disabled members in the Indigenous community—a community that doesn't even distinguish "disability" in their language.By Beth Berila
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Njeri Clement's Vision for Inclusive Education
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51:00In this episode of ChangeMaking Connections, we delve into the rich tapestry of diverse experiences and cultural wisdom with Njeri Clement.By Beth Berila
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Queer Dharma: Yoga, Activism, and Healing Spaces with Jacoby Ballard
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39:03Join us on ChangeMaking Connections as we bend towards justice and stretch the bounds of acceptance - your presence is a gift.By Beth Berila
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Amelia Ortega on Trauma-Informed Leadership in Multiracial Communities
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56:44In this poignant episode of ChangeMaking Connections, the remarkable Amelia Ortega guides us through the intricate tapestry of trauma consciousness and the power of group narratives in healing intergenerational wounds.By Beth Berila
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Kamilah Majied on Embracing Hope and Agency in Justice Work
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53:34In this episode of ChangeMaking Connections, we explore the profound intersections of hope, suffering, and the relentless pursuit of joy with the inimitable Kamilah Majied.By Beth Berila
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Uniting Voices: Pratima Gurung's Intersectional Approach to Advocacy
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40:09On this transformative journey at ChangeMaking Connections, our paths intertwine with the formidable Pratima Gurung—a symbol of collective and collaborative leadership.By Beth Berila
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Bridging Communities: Keri Gray's Mission for Disability and Racial Equity
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53:42Today, we have the honor of hosting a powerhouse of advocacy and resilience, Keri Gray. Keri is not just a survivor, but a ceaseless champion for change.By Beth Berila
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Building Resilient Communities with Dr.Monika L. Son
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52:12We’re diving deep into the intersections of personal healing and social justice with the esteemed Dr. Monika L. Son. Dr. Son, a seasoned expert with over two decades in education, shares her insights on the importance of embodying our power through contemplative practices and why embracing all facets of our identities is crucial in our work for cha…
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The Intersections of Queer Culture, Authentic Leadership, and Social Change
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50:19In today's episode, our host, Beth Berila, sits down with Joel Davis Brown.By Beth Berila
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Embracing Complexity Through Co-Creation with Mona and Peter
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51:42In this episode, our host Beth Berila is joined by the insightful and inspiring guests Mona Khan and Peter Godard. Together, they dive into the importance of creating spaces where individuals can bring their whole selves without the pressure to conform, sharing stories of personal transformation and professional co-creation.…
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Love, Conflict, and Cognitive Dissonance: Unlearning Paradigms with Lewis Raven Wallace
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47:02In this episode, Lewis Raven Wallace dives deep into their experiences as a journalist and highlights the value of going out in the world, talking to people, and reporting firsthand, rather than relying solely on online sources.By Beth Berila
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Podcast Series - A Week of Fitness Tips 7 of 7 Our Blog Post with the full week can be found here: https://glorifiedfitness.com/2023/11/07/a-week-of-fitness-tips/
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Podcast Series - A Week of Fitness Tips 6 of 7 Our Blog Post with the full week can be found here: https://glorifiedfitness.com/2023/11/07/a-week-of-fitness-tips/
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Podcast Series - A Week of Fitness Tips 5 of 7 Our Blog Post with the full week can be found here: https://glorifiedfitness.com/2023/11/07/a-week-of-fitness-tips/
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Listen as I break down the many facets of the Christmas Season. Be sure to drop us a comment to tell us about your experiences.
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The Intersection of Mindfulness and Social Justice: Beth Berila and Mays Imad in Conversation
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44:04In this episode, we bring you an engaging conversation between Beth Berila, author of "Integrating Mindfulness Into Anti-Oppression Pedagogy," and Mays Imad, an associate professor with expertise in neuroscience and equity.By Beth Berila
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