Exploring Cultural Traditions & Family Rituals | POVme

Описание: Why do we carry on traditions? In this thoughtful episode of POVme, Yasmin, Mariah, and Kiya share their unique family and cultural traditions, reflecting on their significance and how they shape identity.

Kiya explains the importance of the jingle dress, Yasmin shares her Friday night mosque rituals, and Mariah talks about her family’s fun "birthday bumping" tradition. Kiya also discusses the practice of medicine picking and its connection to healing. Special guest Marylou Mintram joins the conversation to explain the origins of smudging and the importance of preserving cultural practices.


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