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.
Email Sìne: sinejeanniemckenna@gmail.com
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
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