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Culture is healing, a safe space for conversation on Indigenous-led healing and community. This podcast holds space for Indigenous health and wellness leaders to share their cultural teachings and lived experiences. These conversations are for anyone who feels connected to Indigenous approaches to healing. We explore how cultural traditions and community connection support mental, emotional, and spiritual health. This podcast is hosted by CheckingIn, Community Relationship Manager, George Harris Jr. who is a Stz’uminus Nation member.
CheckingIn hosts Culture is Healing, a health show with 47 episodes published.
In this episode of Culture Is Healing, George Harris Jr. sits down with Monique Gray Smith for a heartfelt conversation about the healing power of culture, ceremony, and belonging. Drawing on her own journey of reconnect
In this episode of Culture Is Healing, George Harris Jr. sits down with Diana Smith for a conversation about supporting people through difficult times. Drawing on her experience working in community, Diana shares her per
In this episode of Culture Is Healing, George sits down with Kaya Hansen to explore the challenges facing substance use and recovery systems, where overworked staff and fragmented services often make healing harder to ac
In this episode of Culture Is Healing, George Harris Jr. sits down with Aaron Pete. They discuss why empowering young people matters now more than ever. Aaron also shares reflections on leadership, sacrifice, and the cha
In this episode of Culture Is Healing, George Harris Jr. speaks with Musqueam weaver Aleen Sparrow about how culture can be lived as a daily practice of healing, connection, and identity. Aleen reflects on learning to we
This week on Culture Is Healing, George Harris Jr sits down with Stan Matthew to share stories shaped by decades of healing, lived experience, and cultural teachings. Stan is a nuučaan̓uł leader and healing practitioner
We’re back for a new season of Culture is Healing—and we’re starting it off with a powerful conversation with Malina Dawn. In this episode, George and Malina explore what it looks like to live your healing, not just talk
For our final episode of Season 4 George sits down with Tanille Johnston. Tanille is the first Indigenous person to ever have their name represented on a federal political party's leadership ballot in Canadian history. T
George sits down with Mateo Kostering — proud member of the Musgamagw Dzawada’enuxw Nation and the ’Namgis Nation — founder of the Indigenous Athletics Academy, and lifelong athlete whose journey from community tournamen
What does it mean to carry culture into everyday life — not just in ceremony, but in how we speak, lead, parent, and show up for community? In this episode of Culture is Healing, Sonya Williams (Councillor, Education Coo
What helps a young person believe in their future? Sometimes it starts with a coach, a ceremony, or one trusted relationship. In this episode, Deana Gill shares how sport, culture, and mentorship are creating real change
Josh shares his story honestly in this one. Josh Drummond (therapist and close friend of George) speaks openly about growing up Indigenous without being raised with his culture. He shares his experiences in child protect
George sits down with his mentor and educator William Taylor! Drawing on teachings from elders, storytelling, and decades of experience in education, William shares the most meaningful teachings he’s received. George and
George Harris Jr. and Jessica Johnson discuss what culturally grounded education requires of educators beyond good intentions. This episode focuses on how teachers can navigate community protocols with care, support lang
George Harris Jr. talks with Leah George-Wilson, four-term Chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, about how ceremonies, elders, and ancestral connections guide personal and community well-being. They explore the responsibil
George Harris Jr. sits down with Coast Salish artist Jesse Recalma to explore how cultural practices, ceremonies, and artistic expression can support healing. Jesse shares personal stories of learning from his grandfathe
Season 3 of Culture is Healing is closing out with this powerful finale! George Harris Jr. sits down with Katie Marren—a Cree-Métis, English, and Irish educator, mother, and District Principal of Indigenous Education—to
This week’s guest is Waubgeshig Rice! George and Waub share teachings about how healing moves between generations. The episode shares guidance on participating in cultural renewal without appropriation and speaks to the
George Harris Jr. and Nola Jeffrey reflect on the healing ceremonies, cleansing practices, and community teachings that have supported their experiences with trauma. They emphasize the importance of daily self-care—espec
In this week’s conversation, George Harris Jr. and educator Kelsey Crawford explore how cultural healing, community support, and everyday acts of presence can transform the lives of Indigenous youth. Together, they refle
Sonya Williams
Councillor, Education Coordinator, and Education Committee Chair · Sq’éwlets First Nation
1 appearance on this show
William Taylor
Former US Ambassador to Kiev · Altair Energy Service
1 appearance on this show
Jessica Johnson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) · Once Ann Again Therapy, PLLC
1 appearance on this show
Jenn Smith
Flourish Careers
1 appearance on this show
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Culture is Healing is hosted by CheckingIn. The show is categorised under health (fitness) and has published 47 episodes.
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