Terra Stories

Apr 18 2024
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Terra Stories shares the histories and stories of humankind and their profound connection with nature. This podcast aims to dispel old myths that have kept Western cultures disconnected from the natural world and encourages you to embrace new worldviews where nature plays a central role. This journey will empower you to reconnect with yourself and with nature, enabling you to become an agent of change in tomorrow's world. Immerse yourself in this ode to serenity as you listen to the sounds of nature and the voices that will take you to the world you wish to see bloom one day.  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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(19) "Restoring Mangroves on Funzi Island" with Dorcas Wakio

Apr 18 2024 31 mins  
Dorcas grew up in Kenya, where her father instilled in her the value of planting trees—his farm was full of trees and coffee plants. Dorcas also recalls the generational stories that were passed along: they once had forests full of trees that have now been cut down. These stories sparked a deeper appreciation for nature within her. While she once overlooked tree-cutting on farms,

(18) "Exploring the Forest of the Mind" conversation with Rūta Žemčugovaitė

Mar 27 2024 51 mins  
Rūta's upbringing was enriched by her mother's presence and the wisdom of her grandmother, a passionate geologist deeply connected to the natural world and its spiritual essence. When her grandmother faced a grave illness, Rūta found herself pondering: “If we were able to present the diagnosis with a very different approach, how would people heal?” This question ignited her j

(17) "Connecting to the Land through the Forest" conversation with Ana Mercedes

Mar 06 2024 47 mins  
Ana was raised in Venezuela with her family, who had been cattle farmers for generations. They, from whom she inherited Indigenous ancestry, maintained a deep connection to the land. However, due to increased governmental pressure, she was compelled to leave with her parents for Canada, thus becoming separated from her family, homeland, and culture. Growing up far from her ancestor

(16) "Growing a Forest Oasis in the Desert" conversation with Billimarie Robinson

Feb 14 2024 49 mins  
After a long journey that took her from writing poems to strangers, to the Shakespeare & Company bookstore café in Paris, and to an immersive writing experience in a forest in Sweden, Billimarie found herself back in her mother's garden. "This is a man-made woods," Billimarie recalled a phrase that had struck her during her time in Sweden. "Man-made," she thought. Meanwhile, h

(15) "Reviving Forests Roots: Season 2" introduction

Jan 31 2024 8 mins  
Welcome to Season 2 of Terra Stories.What’s on the agenda? FORESTS. 🪲🌳🌲🪵🍄 Specifically, “Reviving Forests Roots” explores forest ecosystems and their wisdom, deepening the intrinsic links between nature and humanity through the people who live and listen to it. It’s a journey to our roots, steeped in stories, to imagine, rediscover, and reconnect with the nat

(14) "Learning from Trees: the Wisdom Hidden in Every Garden" poems with Naima A. Lemu

Nov 15 2023 25 mins  
Naima's father has always taken care of his garden as if he were hiding a secret within it. Naima couldn't help but wonder, 'how could such a tough person have such a tenderness to care for the plants, the fruits that grew on the trees, and the birds that latched on them.' It wasn't until she re-entered that sacred space, a few years after painful events, that Naima began to unra

(13) "Overcoming Solastalgia: Finding Wonder in the Small Things" story with Justine Payton

Oct 25 2023 31 mins  
Justine's grandfather had a passion for photographing trees, particularly those with character. This made him a man who knew how to find wonder in the small things. Justine found her grandfather's legacy to be a guiding light amid the growing waves of the haunting melodies of a changing world. As she embarked on her own odyssey, she understood that the wonders of the world weren'

(12) "Artistry Rooted in Nature: Healing Through Ancestral Art and Movement" conversation with Birungi Kawooya

Sep 27 2023 32 mins  
Birungi's journey starts with her ancestors, who always found inspiration in nature for their creative work. Through the use of banana tree fibers, bark cloth, and batik techniques native to Uganda, they crafted various forms of art that shaped her childhood. This left her with a profound respectful relationship with the natural world, driving her to revisit these traditions and i

(11) "Earth’s Call: Listening to the Songs of Nature" conversation with Daiva Dominyka

Sep 06 2023 33 mins  
Daiva's journey began in Lithuania, where rich cultural folklore wove a profound love for the performing arts into the very core of her being. During her exploration of diverse talents and encounters with pivotal figures, Daiva paused, allowing the peaceful silence of nature to guide her. In that serene moment, she not only listened but also embarked on a new path. Leaving everyt

(10) "Beyond the Woods: Embracing the Forests Against All Odds" story with Favour Ayedun

Aug 09 2023 18 mins  
"It's not an appropriate job for women"; Favour had to face numerous challenges and obstacles when she decided to pursue a career in forestry: the opposition of her family and societal norms. Yet, this hasn't stopped her from exploring her connection with nature, driven by her love for the environment and the desire to make a difference. Something she deeply inherited from her gr