Bonus episode # 004 Join me as we sit down with Jody Potts-Joseph, a beacon of resilience and revival, who shares the intimate tale of her path toward claiming her identity through the spiritual art of indigenous cultural tattooing. With Jody's brave heart laying bare the power of ancestral marks, we unravel the layers of healing and identity that these tattoos foster, especially when etched onto the face. Together, we navigate the sacred ceremonies and intentions that infuse this time-honored practice with life, illuminating its role as a potent form of medicine for those bearing the scars of historical trauma. This episode is a tribute to the strength found in our cultural roots and the courage it takes to wear them not just on our skin, but on our very souls.

As the conversation flows into the broader currents of preservation and activism, we confront the urgent struggle to safeguard the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and uphold Indigenous women's rights. Drawing on her journey through law enforcement and advocacy, we connect the dots between protecting our cultural traditions and standing firm against the tide of colonization. We pay homage to the wisdom of our elders, the vitality of oral histories, and the duty we all share as stewards of the earth. This episode is a rallying cry for embracing our heritage, finding solace in the stories of our ancestors, and carrying the torch of empowerment and preservation into the future.

I hope you have enjoyed this episode, and I am excited to travel the world of Indigenous tattooing with you as we visit with friends and colleagues from across the globe doing the work. This bonus interview is from my extensive archive of interviews, conversations and presentations I have recorded over the past 8 years. 

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Instagram @iron.jody

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https://www.consumedbyink.com
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