Episode 33 Recap: Revolutionizing Child Protection with Dr. Ian Hyslop

In Episode 32, recorded on Wednesday, November 8th, 2023, we embarked on a profound journey exploring themes of kinship, ancestral connection, and environmental ethics with Dr. John Hausdoerffer. Co-hosted by the insightful Eunice James, a respected BSW student from Angoon now residing in Juneau, this episode was a deep dive into the interconnectedness of environmental health and social justice.

In a recent episode recorded live on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023, we embarked on an explorative conversation with Doug Finkelstein, delving into his remarkable transition from finance to becoming an empathetic voice in the psychedelic community. Hosted by Christian Ace Stettler, professor of social work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and co-hosted by student August-Michelle, the episode brought forth a compassionate and curious human element to the dialogue on psychedelics.

We recently journeyed into a deep dialogue on the critical topic of decolonizing social work with Drs. Donna Baines and Bindi Bennett in Episode 30, recorded live on Wednesday, October 25th, 2023. Hosted by Christian Ace Stettler, professor of social work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the episode unfolded into a blend of insightful reflections and challenging discussions.

We recently had the pleasure of engaging in a rich dialogue with Dr. Michael Yellow Bird on Episode 29, recorded live on Monday, October 23rd, 2023. Hosted by Christian Ace Stettler, professor of social work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and co-hosted by student Fawn White, the episode delved into the heart of mindful decolonization, social and environmental justice, all through the lens of Dr. Yellow Bird's extensive work.

Welcome to Episode 28 of The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast!

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This past Saturday, October 14th, we had the privilege of engaging with Debra Lavender-Bratcher. True to form, we started off with a touch of the unexpected: Alicia had a few technical bumps at the onset. Guess we’re keeping things authentically unpredictable these days!

🎙️ Title: Kinship Reimagined: Reflecting on Indigenous Precepts with Four Arrows

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Episode #25: A Reflective Dialogue on Indigenous Wisdom and Revolutionary Social Work Hosted by: Christian Ace Stettler, professor of social work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks With Co-host: Shaanan, an engaged student from the Rural BSW Cohort at UAF, joining from Bethel.

Special Guest: Four Arrows aka Wahinkpe Topa, a distinguished scholar from the School of Leadership Studies at Fielding Graduate University, celebrated for his Indigenous worldview and scholarly expertise. As a treat, Four Arrows also blessed us with a mesmerizing flute performance.

Highlights of the Episode:

Revisiting Four Arrows' enlightening presentation at the United Nations 78th General Assembly in New York.

Diving deep into Four Arrows’ book "Restoring the Kinship Worldview: Indigenous Voices Introduce 28 Precepts for Rebalancing Life on Planet Earth", where we explored the essence of kinship and discussed pathways to rejuvenate this crucial relationship within contemporary societal contexts.

Expanding the conversation to Four Arrows' thought-provoking article in Critical Education, titled "The Indigenization Controversy For Whom and By Whom". We explored the means through which non-Indigenous individuals can genuinely and respectfully incorporate Indigenous perspectives into their lives and curricula.

A Revolutionary Reflection: Aligned with the ideals of Revolutionary Social Work, this episode challenged traditional narratives, amplified Indigenous viewpoints, and embraced the transformative essence of storytelling and critical introspection.

Mission Statement: Through sharing unique narratives, The Critical Social Worker podcast is committed to fostering critical discourse and comprehension, questioning the prevailing norms, championing social work principles, and making a positive change in the world, one tale at a time.

Thank You for Listening: To those who tuned in and participated, your involvement added depth to our dialogue. The insights shared in the chat and through the call-in feature enriched our conversation.

Credits: This insightful episode was brought to you by A Conscious Party and was generously supported by The University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of Social Work.

🌟 Thank you for joining us on this revolutionary journey of exploration and understanding!

In an engaging episode of "The Critical Social Worker," host Christian Ace Stettler, professor of social work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, sat down with G, an energetic Masters level social worker hailing from sunny Honolulu.

Reflecting on the 24th episode of The Critical Social Worker, a wave of enlightenment and warmth was noticeable. The episode, shedding light on integrating yoga within penal structures, was a blend of depth and humility. David, co-founder of Turiya of Alaska, shared his rich, three-decade journey in yoga and mindfulness, offering insights into its transformative power in rehabilitation settings.