
It's Wellness Time
Southern Indian Health Council, Inc.
Welcome to Southern Indian Health Council's official podcast! Expert guests break down the complexities of important topics to help listeners learn how to enrich their own wellness. Some episodes will feature special guests from our Native community who are excited to share their life experiences and inspire new generations with their words.
If you'd like to be a guest and share your story, send us an email to [email protected] to be featured on the next episode!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best It's Wellness Time episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to It's Wellness Time for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite It's Wellness Time episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Putting the UNITY Back in Community
It's Wellness Time
04/22/24 • 39 min
The future is bright with this group of young, inspired leaders. 18-year-old Joanay Benton and 13-year-old Malayiah Jones are the chairwomen of their schools' Native UNITY programs and have big plans for the future. Lynne Ray Smith and Denari Rangel also join us to show the true power of UNITY.
“Being assertive and being bossy are two different things.” -Joanay Benton
Find out more about UNITY and our other youth programs by calling (619) 445-1188 Ext. 650
Click here to follow us on social media and learn more about SIHC!
Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here.
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

Combatting Racism with Cultural Intelligence
It's Wellness Time
10/11/23 • 47 min
We sat down with a very special guest from Viejas, Debbie Stein, to discuss her encounters with racism and what she believes are the best ways to respond to racism. SIHC members Alexis Spratt and Sean Allen also joined us to offer their perspectives on the issue. This might be our most insightful episode yet!
“Strength is not about tearing somebody down. True strength is picking somebody up.” -Sean Allen
Click here to follow us on social media and stay connected with SIHC!
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast or if you have any feedback you’d like to share, please send a message to [email protected].
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

Supporting Loved Ones Through Suicidal Thoughts
It's Wellness Time
09/27/23 • 48 min
Today our Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) department joins us to discuss the true meaning of a happy and healthy mindset and how you can best assist a loved one suffering from suicidal thoughts. Listen to the experts Alexis Spratt, Sean Allen, Candace Willis, and Jocelyn Gardner break down the intricacies of these topics.
“There's so much pressure to be what we're not when we should just be ourselves” -Alexis Spratt
Click here to follow us on social media and stay connected with SIHC!
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast or if you have any feedback you’d like to share, please send a message to [email protected].
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

Get to know Dean Garcia, Pharm.D. Pharmacy Director at SIHC
It's Wellness Time
03/21/23 • 55 min
We have a new episode of our podcast series, where we interviewed the Director of Pharmacy of Southern Indian Health Council, Dean Garcia Pharm.D., BCPS. The episode is now available on all platforms.
In this episode, Mary, Nathan, and I had the pleasure of speaking with Dean, who shared his inspiring life journey as a Native American and his experience serving in the Navy as an officer. We learned a lot from his perspective on healthcare and the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in accessing quality healthcare.
Dean also spoke about his role as the Director of Pharmacy at Southern Indian Health Council. His passion for his work was truly inspiring.
I highly encourage you to listen to this episode and gain valuable insights into the world of healthcare from a unique perspective. Please feel free to share this episode with your family and friends who may be interested.
Thank you for your time, and I hope you enjoy this podcast episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.

A Doctor's Journey from War to Wellness - Featuring Dr. Safavi
It's Wellness Time
07/29/24 • 27 min
Today I sat down with one of our newest providers to find out his secrets to providing high quality care. Learn how his background growing up in the middle of a war in Iran inspired him to heal the world. Dr. Safavi joined the SIHC family in early 2024 and has already made a large impact on the community!
“To be happy, it's not just the physical side, but sometimes your belief system.” -Dr. Hadi Safavi
Click here to follow us on social media and learn more about SIHC!
Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here.
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

Unlocking Aquatic Therapy Secrets - Featuring Healing Wave Aquatics
It's Wellness Time
09/24/24 • 30 min
Get ready to make a splash with the wonderful Elizabeth Berg, Executive Director of Healing Wave Aquatics! In this episode, Elizabeth takes the plunge and spills all the details on the transformative powers of aquatic therapy. From the ripple effects of water’s healing magic to the deep dive into its incredible benefits, we’re swimming through everything you need to know. Trust us, after this episode, you’ll be hooked!
“Aquatic therapy is for anyone dealing with stress. So, therefore, for everyone.” -Elizabeth Berg
Click here to learn more about Healing Wave Aquatics
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Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here.
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

Who we are?
It's Wellness Time
10/10/22 • 5 min
This is our introductory episode where we talk about who we are, and the services we provide to the community.
Initial Prayer: Chairman John Christman, Viejas Band Of Kumeyaay Indians
Guest: Mary Johnson, Campo Band Of Mission Indians
Final Message: Laura Caswell, CEO of Southern Indian Health Council, Inc.
Original Music: Daryl Lawrick

From Battlefields to Pottery Wheels - Featuring Steve Dilley, MFA
It's Wellness Time
05/20/24 • 26 min
The Veterans Art Project (VETART) is a community-based arts organization that is transforming the lives of hundreds of veterans all across California. Offering free art classes is just the beginning because the connections made inside the VETART studio have been truly life-changing.
“When they moved on, they would become doctors and lawyers and architects” -Steve Dilley
Click here to visit VETART's website and learn more about their life-changing program.
Click here to follow us on social media and learn more about SIHC!
Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here.
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!

Men's Health - Featuring Dr. Blessing
It's Wellness Time
11/02/22 • 44 min
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Blessing about men's health; he helps us understand the most common diseases in men and how to deal with them, in addition to knowing what superpower he would like to have.

04/21/25 • 35 min
What if everything you knew about body fat was wrong? In this episode, we’re joined by Di Katz Shachar to uncover the surprising truth about body fat, the growing concern of premature puberty, and how to build emotional intelligence and resilience in children. From hidden health risks to powerful strategies for growth, this conversation offers practical insight for anyone seeking clear, trusted information on health and development. Don’t miss it.
"The one thing that people keep putting aside is their workout, which is what I think is the most important thing in the world.” -Di Katz Shachar
Click here to learn more about Bodyholic
Click here to learn more about SIHC!
Become part of the discussion! You can now schedule your guest appearance on the podcast by clicking here.
Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support!
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FAQ
How many episodes does It's Wellness Time have?
It's Wellness Time currently has 49 episodes available.
What topics does It's Wellness Time cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Native American, Mental Health, Community, Wellness, Medicine, Holistic, Nonprofit, Podcasts, Education, Native, Indigenous and Health.
What is the most popular episode on It's Wellness Time?
The episode title 'Are You Being Compliant? - Featuring Lyndon Peters' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on It's Wellness Time?
The average episode length on It's Wellness Time is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of It's Wellness Time released?
Episodes of It's Wellness Time are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of It's Wellness Time?
The first episode of It's Wellness Time was released on Oct 10, 2022.
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