Season 2 broadening the conversation to empower the listener
Season 2 broadening the conversation to empower the listener

Empathetic Witness

Angelina Pratt reflects on 'Empathetic Witness's evolution and previews future episodes focusing on Indigenous resilience.

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Empathetic Witness

Angelina Pratt

The podcast is a personal invitation to a conversation on addictions. The format is one of compassionate Inquiry. Compassionate inquiry is a psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté, a Canadian physician who specializes in trauma and addictions. Who is the target audience? A person who struggles with addictions, or who knows someone who battles with drugs, alcohol, eating, shopping, over working, pornography, even iPhone, usage, how to curb your addiction, how to manage your addiction, and how to get rid of it completely. Also, someone who works in the field of addictions. In this podcast you will hear important new perspective on addictions. I will give you content that will keep you interested and coming back for more. We will interview experts, reveal stories and success in addictions. We will give you tips to handle your addiction or to address the addictions of others. I invite you to listen to the podcast Empathetic Witness. Do you sometimes unintentionally overhear other people's conversations? We designed the podcasts like we are eavesdropping on a private conversation. It is unassuming, but direct. The interviewer’s questions anticipate what you, the listener may want expanded and clarified. We delve deeply into different types of addictions, alcohol, work, smoking, eating, shopping, sex, etc. the guests are selected for their expertise and reputation on the subject of addiction. Your host is Angelina Pratt… over 25 years experience on addictions. The first episode looks at the impact of colonization on how we view addictions, by the language we use, our attitudes, and our behavior. Once we can understand how colonization has impacted our Indigenous worldview, we can look at addictions more effectively. It is a journey. A healing journey that begins within a conversation, and we can begin the process of decolonizing. The podcasts future episodes will explore how trauma impacts and creates addiction. Some of the subjects we will be discussing are; • What is addiction • Residential School • 60s scoop • Adult children of alcoholics • Adoption • Abandonment • Survivor's Guilt • Child Welfare • Harm Reduction • Judicial system • Loss of culture and language • Global Pandemic 2020 • Solutions to addiction

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Episodes: 49

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Empathetic Witness: Embracing Indigenous Resilience and Future Hopes

Episode Overview

The podcast began as an initiative to spotlight a new charitable foundation addressing addiction issues
The focus has shifted to discussing the resilience and experiences of Indigenous peoples
Upcoming episodes will feature a Dene teacher showcasing teaching methods and an Indigenous woman from Lima, Peru, empowering local Indigenous women
The conversation delves into the impact of colonization on Indigenous spirituality and the importance of reconciliation
Angelina shares her aspirations for the podcast's legacy and encourages listeners to subscribe and share the upcoming episodes

“My legacy is to have really interesting conversations that Canadians across Canada and internationally want to be part of. And it's not about a negative history... I learn something new. And that's the exciting part of this journey is to be open, to have these conversations and learning.”

Season two of 'Empathetic Witness' kicks off with a heartfelt conversation between host Angelina Pratt and her spouse, Alan Pratt. This mini-episode offers a reflective look back at the podcast's first season, which initially aimed to address addiction issues but has since evolved to highlight the resilience and experiences of Indigenous peoples. Angelina shares her excitement about the journey so far, including the diverse guests and valuable lessons learned along the way.

The episode also teases upcoming features, such as a Dene teacher's innovative methods and an Indigenous woman from Lima, Peru, who is making strides in empowering local women. Alan and Angelina delve into deep topics like the impact of colonization on Indigenous spirituality and the vital importance of reconciliation. Angelina wraps up by sharing her hopes for the podcast's legacy, aiming to leave listeners with a sense of optimism and a call to action to engage with future episodes.

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