Steve Nitah, Dene, mentor and guardian of the land.
Steve Nitah, Dene, mentor and guardian of the land.

Empathetic Witness

Steve Nitah shares indigenous wisdom on climate change, leadership, and our role in protecting nature.

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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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Steve Nitah: Bridging Indigenous Wisdom and Climate Action

“So, Steve, any last words you want to say before we end, I guess I'll just say that you know there's hope, there's actions been taken.”

Ever wondered how ancient wisdom can guide us through modern challenges? In this episode of 'Empathetic Witness', host Angelina Pratt sits down with Steve Nitah, a Dene mentor and guardian of the land, to explore this very question. Steve shares his rich heritage and the teachings of his grandparents, emphasizing the importance of understanding our role within the natural world.

He delves into the pressing issue of climate change, highlighting its impact on northern regions and the crucial role of nature in our economy. But it's not all doom and gloom; Steve brings a message of hope, discussing actionable steps and the need for strong leadership and policies to support biodiversity. This conversation is a heartfelt reminder of our collective responsibility to the land and its future.

If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on how to make a difference, this episode is a must-listen.

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