The Afro Animist Podcast

Today's discussion on Spotify delves deep into the intriguing topic of "Girl Bossing" and the hidden fallacies that might lurk beneath its glamorous surface. We explore the notion of being caught in the never-ending cycle of hard work for capitalism, all under the guise of feminism. Is it truly a spiritual endeavor to push oneself to the limits within this system? Or are there other paths to empowerment and fulfillment that are worth exploring? We also scrutinize the idea of going back to the home and whether it offers a more liberating alternative or if it too is entwined with restrictive and patriarchal constructs. Join us in this engaging conversation that unravels the layers of contemporary feminism and its impact on our lives. Together, let's examine the complexities of empowerment and societal roles, and share your perspective on these intriguing questions. Keywords: Girl Boss, Capitalism, Feminism, Empowerment, Patriarchy, Women's Roles, Work-Life Balance, Contemporary Feminism, Empowerment Narratives, Social Commentary, Cultural Discourse. Tune in for an insightful exploration of these thought-provoking themes and contribute your voice to a conversation that challenges our preconceptions and inspires meaningful dialogue. 💪🌟 #FeminismDebate #Empowerment #GenderRoles #SparkingDialogue

Today's discussion on Spotify delves deep into the intriguing topic of "Girl Bossing" and the hidden fallacies that might lurk beneath its glamorous surface. We explore the notion of being caught in the never-ending cycle of hard work for capitalism, all under the guise of feminism. Is it truly a spiritual endeavor to push oneself to the limits within this system? Or are there other paths to empowerment and fulfillment that are worth exploring? We also scrutinize the idea of going back to the home and whether it offers a more liberating alternative or if it too is entwined with restrictive and patriarchal constructs. Join us in this engaging conversation that unravels the layers of contemporary feminism and its impact on our lives. Together, let's examine the complexities of empowerment and societal roles, and share your perspective on these intriguing questions. Keywords: Girl Boss, Capitalism, Feminism, Empowerment, Patriarchy, Women's Roles, Work-Life Balance, Contemporary Feminism, Empowerment Narratives, Social Commentary, Cultural Discourse. Tune in for an insightful exploration of these thought-provoking themes and contribute your voice to a conversation that challenges our preconceptions and inspires meaningful dialogue. 💪🌟 #FeminismDebate #Empowerment #GenderRoles #SparkingDialogue

In this emotionally charged episode of The Afro Animist Podcast, we embark on a profound exploration of our relationships with food, addressing sensitive topics, including eating disorders. Join us for in-depth conversations about body image, eating habits, and the complex connections we share with the sustenance that nourishes us. Trigger warning: We delve into the intricacies of eating disorders and the challenging journey towards healing. Alongside this, we touch upon issues of self-worth, addressing the impact of past traumas such as sexual assault. Keywords: Body Image, Eating Habits, Sexual Assault, Eating Disorder, Connection to Food, Healing, Self-Worth, Trauma, Empowerment, Afro Animist Podcast, Nourishment. Tune in to this episode for a compassionate and empathetic discussion that explores the complex layers of our relationships with food and the path towards self-discovery and healing. This is a safe space to gain insight and understanding into the profound connection between our inner selves and the food that sustains us.

🌌 Prepare for an extraordinary cosmic odyssey in this week's episode of The Afro Animist Podcast, titled "Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind." Hosts Nicky and Love embark on an exhilarating exploration into the world of inter-dimensional beings using the CE5 protocol, a fusion of ancient shamanic practices and CIA techniques. 🛸 Dive deep into the realms where spirituality meets science as Nicky and Love unlock the secrets of CE5, bridging the gap between human consciousness and otherworldly entities. This fascinating journey takes you on a quest for communication with inter-dimensional beings, shedding light on the profound connections between shamanism, government research, and the cosmos. ✨ Join us as we unravel the mysteries of CE5, blending ancient wisdom with modern methods, and witness the revelations that await. Discover how this unconventional fusion of knowledge leads to close encounters that challenge our understanding of reality and offer a glimpse into the limitless possibilities of human consciousness. Keywords: Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind, CE5 Protocol, Inter-Dimensional Beings, Shamanism, CIA Techniques, Cosmic Exploration, Spiritual Awakening, Consciousness Expansion, Government Research, Afro Animist Podcast, Mind-Bending Revelations, Cosmic Connections, Otherworldly Communication. Tune in to this mind-expanding episode and venture beyond the ordinary as Nicky and Love share their awe-inspiring discoveries in the pursuit of understanding the universe's most enigmatic secrets. It's a cosmic journey that promises to leave you questioning the boundaries of our reality and the infinite potential of human connection. 👽✨ #CE5 #InterDimensionalWisdom #CosmicRevelations

Embark on a mind-bending journey into the realms of consciousness and cosmic encounters in this week's episode of The Afro Animist Podcast. Join your hosts, Nicky and Love, as they once again delve into the profound world of Grandmother Ayahuasca. But this time, Nicky takes center stage, sharing her awe-inspiring experiences with inter-dimensional beings that go beyond conventional notions of aliens. Prepare to be captivated as Nicky delves into the enigmatic world of inter-dimensional beings, shedding light on the profound and mystical encounters that have left her spellbound. These encounters, often labeled as "alien abductions," are explored in depth, revealing their intricate connection to sacred plant medicines and altered states of consciousness. Discover the fascinating phenomenon of Spiritual Surgery, where Nicky's experiences with these inter-dimensional entities transcend the boundaries of the physical and enter the realm of spiritual transformation and healing. Keywords: Grandmother Ayahuasca, Spiritual Surgery, Inter-dimensional Beings, Alien Abductions, Altered States of Consciousness, Cosmic Encounters, Sacred Plant Medicines, Mystical Realms, Spiritual Transformation, Consciousness Exploration, Afro Animist Podcast. Tune in to this mind-expanding episode of The Afro Animist Podcast, where Nicky's extraordinary journey will challenge your perceptions of reality and invite you to explore the profound connections between altered states of consciousness, ancient plant medicines, and encounters with beings from beyond. Prepare for a conversation that transcends the ordinary and ignites your sense of wonder and curiosity about the mysteries of the cosmos.

Dive into the enchanting world of healing and spiritual wonder on The Afro Animist Podcast, where Nicky and Love are joined by the remarkable Clara Luz. In this captivating episode, they explore Clara's divine healing gifts and unravel the mystical tapestry of Glastonbury, often referred to as the heart chakra of the world (not to be confused with the festival!). Nestled in the serene landscapes of Glastonbury, often associated with the mythical land of Avalon, this episode delves into the town's profound reputation for healing powers. Glastonbury and Avalon have long been recognized as sacred places where the energy of the heart chakra is said to resonate, offering a unique and potent backdrop for spiritual awakening and transformation. Join us as we journey through the mysticism of Glastonbury and Avalon, where ancient legends and modern-day seekers converge to tap into the extraordinary energy that flows through this mystical land. Discover how Clara Luz, with her divine healing powers, taps into this vibrant spiritual energy to create profound transformations and healing experiences. Keywords: Healing, Spiritual Awakening, Glastonbury, Avalon, Heart Chakra, Divine Healing, Clara Luz, Spiritual Energy, Mystical Landscapes, Sacred Places, Afro Animist Podcast, Mysticism, Transformation, Spiritual Wonder, Healing Powers. Tune in to this episode of The Afro Animist Podcast to unlock the secrets of Glastonbury's heart chakra, as Clara Luz shares her extraordinary healing journey and the magic that resides within this enchanting town. Prepare to be inspired, enlightened, and uplifted as you explore the depths of spiritual healing in this mystical episode.

Welcome back to a new episode of The Afro Animist Podcast! Explore the beautiful world of healing and transformation as The Afro Animist Podcast presents a captivating episode featuring profound experiences with the sacred plant medicine, Ayahuasca. Join us as Nicky and Love share their remarkable journeys, delving into the ancient wisdom of medicine women and the profound healing potential of Ayahuasca. In this episode, Love reveals her awe-inspiring encounter with Grandmother Ayahuasca, a powerful plant spirit. This transformative tale will leave you spellbound, as Love's journey unfolds, revealing the deep healing and spiritual awakening that can be found in the heart of Mother Earth. Follow us @theafroanimistpodcast and sign up to our newsletter on afroanimist.com Healing, Medicine Women, Plant Medicines, Ayahuasca, Grandmother Ayahuasca, Divine Goddess of Love, Spiritual Awakening, Transformation, Sacred Wisdom, Shamanism, Healing Journeys, Mystical Experiences, Ancient Traditions, Ayahuasca Ceremony, Divine Connection

Blessings on this Spring Equinox !#HappyNewYear the spring is springing, the seeds are shooting, life is awakening all around us and honestly we’re excited. Will you utilise the energies of Ostara tonight or over the next few days? From setting simple new intentions to birth over the next year, to cleaning out the physical mess of your house or even having a body detox there are many ways to get celebrate this time of year.Join us on Wednesday as we talk all things #ostara #springequinox Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us! Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist . Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist . Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share! Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

What is the #motherwound? This week Jay and Nicola explore their experience around their wounded feminine, how they’ve grown and learnt from it. This episode doesn't seek to blame Mothers, or Parents, but the concept itself which can be carried through blood lines intergenerationally. How much of our Mother's Mother's Mother's Mother's coping mechanisms have been passed down to the present day? This is especially important if you're from a community that has experienced oppression in your bloodline.    What does it mean to accept your parents as human beings who are also learning how to navigate Earth? Can we look back at our familial traumas whilst moving forward and growing with our own personal stories? Can we escape the past traumas associated with Womanhood?  The Kybalion states that Gender is in all things, which means every human is made of a balance of both. By differentiating the Divine Feminine and Wounded Feminine, we can all move forward as our most Divine selves.  Tune into this discussion about healing the mother wound, how to heal intergenerational trauma and how everyone can learn to embody aspects of the Divine Feminine.   Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .     Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .     Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!       Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

Join us this week as we continue celebrating the wonderful nature of womanhood with @aishadeeplyrooted  Aisha is a survivor of domestic abuse and a generational cycle breaker, who has used her pain to create a safe space to support women and for women to pour into themselves. She supports women on their journey of coming to the realisation of how empowered we are.   In this particularly emotional episode, @aishadeeplyrooted , Nicky and Jay share our stories of supportive womanhood.  Follow Aisha’s work, which is phenomenal by the way, with the links below. Her next in person circle on 18th March at the Lighthouse Garden, London E20, book your space now 💫  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/womens-history-month-tea-party-tickets-550987226627 Find the wonderful Aisha:   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/aishadeeplyrooted  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aishadeeplyrooted/  Website: https://aishadeeplyrooted.co.uk/  Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .    Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!        Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

To kick off Women's History Month tomorrow, we're having a conversation with the Magickal @emmakathrynwildwitch About the archetype of The Mother Goodess. What better way to celebrate Women than to discuss the ways in which we're understood to possess power and wisdom? This will be an expansive conversation about Mother Goddesses across our respective practices and mystical experiences, so tune in! We have a lot to talk about Find the wonderful Emma Kathryn!:  https://anchor.fm/emma-porter3 https://www.llewellyn.com/product.php?ean=9780738768649 https://linktr.ee/emmakathryn https://www.instagram.com/emmakathrynwildwitch/ Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .    Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!       Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

Over here @theafroanimistpodcast hq we have been stepping out! We are making an effort this year to go and take part in the events and work with the healers that inspire us. Last month we headed down to @hotyogapeckham to take @nurturingfolk beautiful ‘Rest and Renew’ Retreat!!! A mix of breath work and sound healing, became a very very juicy two hours of creating space to breath, be and actually relax. Ali @nurturingfolk took us on a deep and beautiful journey of release. I can’t say we were expecting it to be so powerful, but working with the breath creates such a wonderful opportunity to move and shift trauma stored in the body without having to actually think about it….  Tune in on Wednesday for our interview with @nurturingfolk  Eager to join a class?  Here’s what she has upcoming - 121’s in person & online (where applicable) Only 6 spaces left in March Breathwork for healing 1:1 Reiki Sound healing Energy Balancing TCM Facial Accupressure and Massage.   On line: Nurture your Breath A monthly conscious connected breath work session for healing, releasing & energising. DM to be added.   In person Soothing Sounds: 7.30pm, 03 March 2023 Gaia Pilates Studio Peckham Soften in to your weekend with a Soothing Sound Bath.  Movement & Stillness: 2pm 12th March 2023 Oru Space East Dulwich Pilates and Sound Meditation afternoon retreat.   Nurture your Inner Calm 2pm, 25th March 2023 Hot Yoga Peckham Peckham Rye A session to retreat, reconnect and through Breath, Sound, Meditation and connection to your inner self.  Soothing Sounds 7.30pm, 31st March 2023 Gaia Pilates Studio Peckham Soften in to your weekend with a Soothing Sound Bath Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist   On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

Isn't Negativity in and of itself- negative??? What are we even talking about here? In this week's episode of The Afro Animist Podcast we talk all about the negative rumination that seeps into every area of your being if you spend your time focusing on it. The world has a lot of good and a lot of bad- How do you spend your focus on a day to day basis?   Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .    Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

Did you spend this weekend marking Imbolc, or the Feast of Maman Brigitte?  This time of year marks an equal point between winter Solstice and Spring Equinox, where we start to see a turn in the seasons. This is where the death and cold of winter begins to subside and the newness of rebirth begins.  In Haiti, and New Orleans Vodou, the Feast of Maman Brigitte marks the start of this transition bringing awareness that energy is moving. In the British Isles, Imbolc is a Pagan holiday once again, observing this precious energy.   Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube  Follow us!  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .    Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

A Magickal business...? You can do that? Of course! You can use your magickal and spiritual practices to enhance any aspect of your life.   In this week's episode of The Afro Animist Podcast, we'll be speaking with the brilliant Richard Metzger.  Richard Metzger is the editor and publisher of the long running outsider arts blog Dangerous Minds. Prior to that, he co-founded The Disinformation Company Ltd., a TV production company, theatrical documentary distributor and multimedia publisher of books and DVDs. He was the creator and host of Channel 4's legendarily weird late night TV series Disinformation and the bestselling anthology Disinformation's Book of Lies.   Listen to this week's episode for out-of-the box thinking on what a magickal business should look like and hear all about our exciting, upcoming project with Richard. Find Richard's work at http://www.dangerousminds.net  Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us!  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist   On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

This week on The Afro Animist Podcast, we deal with the topics of Toxic Positivity, Victim Blaming and abuse.  It's so easy in the spiritual community to slip into states of Toxic Positivity, especially when it's so heavily preached and it can be a wonderful distraction from healing.  But when we get to the nitty gritty, it's so important to talk about the negative side of these concepts so that we gain a more nuanced understanding of the Human Experience. Only then will we move towards a society that's actually safe and validating for all .   Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube  Follow us! Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist  .   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist  .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ . . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

We’re back this week with our first episode of 2023!!! Also, it just happens to be our first birthday this week! We’ve been thinking (and chatting) a lot about the meaning of new year, the pressure of it and the reality of what is is really to force new beginnings in the depths of the dark time of the year. We’re feeling like #2023 is a year to get #selfinvolved Fix up look sharp and love. Set those boundaries and don’t back down. Offer your support to people because you can but don’t let the stuff become yours.  Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us! Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist  .  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist  .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist    On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ . . . Subscribe and Share!     Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

It's the most wonderful time of year!  We're not talking about the Mas of Christ per se... This time of year- the Winter Solstice- Is marked around the globe with several different festivals acknowledging the shortest day of the sun.  How do you mark Winter Solstice each year? Tune into this Wednesday's episode to hear all about Winter Solstice celebrations! Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Follow us! Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .  Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist  On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!     Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

This week we have a great chat with @aisha.shehu.ansell of @maisonshehu We talk all about her beautiful perfume Huit Etoiles and the the connection to spirit through scent. We can use scent to summon, to dress ourselves and our tools, sometimes scent may arrive as a sign from spirit when you’re doing your work. Do you use incense, oils in your practice? For more info on this perfume check out Aishas page and also head over to afroanimist.com to read our blog about our experience working with Huit Etoiles   Find Aisha! Website: https://www.maisonshehu.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aisha.shehu.ansell/?hl=en  Follow us!  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist   On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!     Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz

This week we talk all things magically sexual, exploring our own experiences to techniques we’ve learned. There’s a lot of stigma around this kind of exploration in our culture but the ancients had techniques for manifesting and understanding through their sexual energy.  There’s a power in that O - and ways to put it to good use 💫   Find us on Apple music/ Spotify/ Google/ Amazon/ YouTube Out every Wednesday!  Follow us!  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@theafroanimist .   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theafroanimist .   Twitter https://twitter.com/afroanimist   On Spotify too! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/. . . Subscribe and Share!      Music is Stubborn Spirits by Blue Topaz