Healing is the Revolution

About Healing is the Revolution

Healing is the Revolution is a collection of podcasts brought to you by the Institute of Women & Ethnic Studies (IWES), a community-based public health non-profit founded in New Orleans in 1993. The first podcast is "Healing is the Revolution," a soulful, intimate, and honest one-on-one conversation with IWES' Founder, noted psychiatrist and trauma expert Dr. Denese Shervington, and a guest. Individuals share intimate - and at times tragic - stories of creating successful lives beyond their traumatic beginnings and for some, untreated experiences. The series features a range of guests: each episode a personal story revealing joys, pains, and a path to healing. Dr. Shervington pulls from her training and study in both eastern and western healing modalities to guide these explorations of past, present, and future. In her own words, she describes the podcast as a place where “everyday people like us bare our souls as we try to learn from each other the naked truth of living.” The second podcast is "Should I Get A Doula?," an exploratory journey into the world of doulas and doula care so that host Iman Shervington, IWES' Sr. Director of Media & Communications, — a 40 year-old Black women without kids yet — can decide whether or not a doula is right for her. Over five episodes, Iman speaks with doulas, people who gave birth with a doula, and an OB-GYN to answer every question she could think of relating to doulas and how they can support healthy pregnancies, especially for Black families, who disproportionately have the worst pregnancy outcomes in the United States. Whether you're planning for pregnancy, are curious about becoming a doula, want to know information for the future, or haven't even thought about it yet, through open dialogue and frank and honest stories, this podcast shares a lot of wisdom that you need to know.

Publisher

Institute of Women & Ethnic Studies

Category

health & fitness · kids & family · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

30 Apr 2020

Latest episode

22 Nov 2024

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Nov 2024

   So...should I get a doula?

   Host Iman explores the logistics of doula care, including when to hire, finding the right fit, and typical costs in the United States, ultimately deciding whether to enlist doula services in this interview episode.

2. 

   20 Nov 2024

   Why are doulas so crucial for Black women?

   Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell highlights the crucial role doulas play in addressing health disparities and closing equity gaps for Black birthing families facing systemic racism in healthcare; this is an interview.

3. 

   18 Nov 2024

   Why should I trust doulas?

   Doulas Tasia and Jen discuss their paths to doula work, highlighting specialized training and the critical role of trust in supporting birthing individuals and their families in this interview.

4. 

   14 Nov 2024

   So what do doulas actually do?

   Doulas Allison, Arlet, Tasia, and Jen share empowering birth stories and explain how doulas educate families, create birth plans, provide emotional support, and advocate for birthing people in this interview episode.

5. 

   12 Nov 2024

   What is a doula?

   Host Iman Shervington explores the role of doulas in supporting healthy births, as mothers Arlet and Allison, doulas Jen and Tasia, and Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell clarify doula services versus midwifery in this interview episode.

6. 

   29 Oct 2024

   New Podcast Coming Soon! "Should I Get A Doula" Preview

   Iman Shervington interviews guests about their experiences and insights into doula care, exploring the benefits and reflections on their journeys.

7. 

   15 Dec 2020

   Flozell | The B-Sides

   Flozell shares his personal journey of navigating loss and hardship, highlighting the importance of community and self-care in overcoming adversity in this interview.

8. 

   8 Dec 2020

   Arnold & Jasmine | The B-Sides

   Arnold shares how he embraces freedom in his 60s by releasing anxieties and past burdens, leading to a more fulfilling life.

9. 

   24 Nov 2020

   Gina & Lauren | The B-Sides

   Lauren, a board-certified psychiatrist and pediatrician, shares her experiences navigating the challenges of providing virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic in an interview.

10. 

    17 Nov 2020

    Amy & Brennan | The B-Sides

    Brennan reflects on the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his family and his healing journey, revealing his resilient spirit as a devoted father and teacher in this interview.

11. 

    23 Jun 2020

    Nikki Napoleon | The Scar I Wear Every Day

    Nikki Napoleon, a poet and health advocate, shares how writing and supportive figures helped her process childhood trauma and loss, transforming pain into art in this interview.

12. 

    16 Jun 2020

    Jasmine Davis | Being Jasmine

    Artist and activist Jasmine Davis shares her journey of self-definition and overcoming prejudice to achieve harmony in her life and work in this interview.

13. 

    9 Jun 2020

    Brennan Jacques | The Absence Of My Father

    Brennan Jacques recounts his difficult childhood experiences, including witnessing violence at a young age, and how it shaped his path to becoming a teacher and coach in this interview.

14. 

    2 Jun 2020

    Amy Stewart | The Issues Are In The Tissues

    Bodyworker Amy Stewart shares her journey of healing from childhood trauma through therapy and healthier coping mechanisms, highlighting the importance of recognizing personal growth in an interview.

15. 

    26 May 2020

    Arnold James | You Can Run But You Cannot Hide

    Psychologist Arnold James discusses his journey to break free from rigid rules and expectations, ultimately creating freedom and self-worth in this interview with Dr. Shervington.

16. 

    19 May 2020

    Lauren Teverbaugh | He's Ever Present

    Lauren Teverbaugh, a triple board-certified psychiatrist and pediatrician, shares her healing journey after experiencing profound familial changes and reflects on the complex realities of grief in this interview.

17. 

    12 May 2020

    Flozell Daniels | Finding Joy in Justice

    Flozell Daniels, President and CEO of the Foundation for Louisiana, shares his unique story of finding joy in justice, highlighting the impact of strong maternal figures and a supportive father in shaping his path; this is an interview.

18. 

    30 Apr 2020

    Gina Brown | To Heal You Have to Know You’re Hurting

    Gina Brown shares her journey of overcoming abuse, health challenges, and substance use to become a national advocate, demonstrating the power of healing through self-awareness in this interview.

Who has been a guest on Healing is the Revolution

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• Dr Veronica Gillispie-Bell
• Tasia
• Jen
• Allison
• Arlet

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

21 ratings

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