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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of the Way of the Shaman podcast, host Kerri Husman interviews Dana Robinson, who shares his extensive experience with core shamanism. Dana discusses how he was drawn to the spiritual world from a young age, his transformative experiences with Michael Harner, and the significance of the shamanic journey. He explains the role of helping spirits, the importance of divination and healing, and how shamanism offers a unique path for personal growth and spiritual practice. The conve...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of the Way of the Shaman podcast, host Kerri Husman speaks with Bob Ulicny about his transformative journey into core shamanism. Bob shares his early experiences with nature, his emotional struggles as a paramedic, and how shamanism provided him with a path to healing and acceptance. He discusses the impact of addiction and recovery on his life, the significance of psychopomp work, and the importance of understanding cultural heritage in the context of shamanism. The conversat...]]></itunes:summary>
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