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Reconnecting Through Gaelic Songs and Stories: A Journey with Lisa Dawn and Sìne McKenna

In this weeks episode, Lisa welcomes Sìne  McKenna, a Gaelic singer, storyteller, and wisdom keeper. They share a rich conversation about the power of Gaelic songs and storytelling in reconnecting with ancestral roots, joy, and cultural resilience. Sìne recounts her journey from her early exposure to Gaelic tradition to becoming a teacher and performer of Scottish Gaelic songs for over 35 years. They dive into transformative experiences, the significance of ancestral fire, and the role of joy and humor in cultural healing. The episode culminates in Sheena sharing a traditional Gaelic blessing. Tune in for an episode filled with magic, laughter, and profound wisdom.

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00:00 A Mysterious Encounter in the Cave

00:55 Introduction and Personal Update

02:22 Meeting Sìne McKenna

03:21 The Power of Gaelic Singing and Storytelling

04:58 A Journey of Ancestral Connection

07:27 Sìne's Gaelic Roots and Early Influences

10:45 The Birth of Ancestral Fire

16:20 Honoring Ancestors and Mystical Experiences

23:26 The Significance of Gaelic Festivals

26:03 Reconnecting with Ancestral Homes

31:34 The Role of Music and Dance in Gaelic Culture

48:28 Meeting Charlie McFarland

49:21 Cultural Repression and Resilience

50:06 Joy as Rebellion

51:59 Singing and Connection

53:03 Animals and Music

56:22 Humor and Pranks

58:48 Healing Through Song

01:09:31 Sacred Landscapes of Scotland

01:17:13 Ceremonial Songs and Rituals

01:27:28 Final Blessings and Farewell