Mother Tree Network

Mother Tree Network

Interviews, poetry and commentary to help people who care about justice to Slow Down and learn from nature; your beloved ancestors; your body; and your heart. We are ushering in a New Earth that's rooted in earth mama love; racial justice; and radical compassion.

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January 16, 2026 41 mins

In this profound conversation, Reverend Liz Walker, former Boston news anchor turned minister, shares her journey from journalism to ministry and the creation of "Can We Talk" - a revolutionary community healing program born from tragedy. After a church member was killed in gun violence, Rev. Walker and her community developed a peer-led grief support model that has now expanded to 20 sites across the country.

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Join Aminata Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman, for a magical journey into the winter solstice and new moon energy this December. 

Discover the excitement around Comet 3I Atlas's close approach to Earth and learn to love winter's unique gifts: the nurturing darkness, invigorating cold, and reflective sinking. 

Aminata brightens up the ...

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Meet Jennifer Folayan, a proud Cherokee, Pueblo, and Aztec artist, as she shares her inspiring journey and commitment to Indigenous rights. We discuss:

1️⃣How to make land acknowledgements personal 

2️⃣ How to help synchronicities aka miracles find you

3️⃣How to accomplish a big scary goal.


Jennifer also tells the Turtle Island origin story, a version of which is held by many Native groups in North America as an example of someone...

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Harnessing Equinox and Eclipse Energy for Self-Evolution

In this episode, Aminata discusses how to use the energy of the Fall Equinox and eclipses for personal growth and releasing what no longer serves us.

She explores themes of:

  • acceptance, 
  • connection with ancestors, 
  • and the practice of letting go.

The episode features an excerpt from a masterclass on the fall equinox, focusing on how the Super Moon and lunar eclipse can ill...

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Did you know there’s a fifth season? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Late Summer is a short but powerful in-between time.

In this episode, Aminata/Dr. Amanda Kemp shares how to use this season to replenish yourself, digest your experiences, and prepare for fall. You’ll learn:

✨ Three images to guide you—the bowl, the bridge, and the Abundant Earth Mother
 ✨ Why this is a time for holding and receiving, not rushing or letting go<...

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July 18, 2025 45 secs

Thank you for a wonderful 4th season.

Season 5 will begin in September.

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How can you celebrate true freedom and equality on the 4th of July,  Independence Day?

Focus on Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist and orator.

In this episode, Aminata celebrates the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass in the context of the 4th of July. She converses with her son, Gabriel Anthony-Kemp, about the impact and inspiration drawn from Douglass's life. Gabriel discusses his admiration for Douglass's visionary a...

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What is Juneteenth?  Did Juneteenth end slavery?

How can you honor Juneteenth?

In the latest episode of Mother Tree Network, I offer my Juneteenth reflections on Ancestors, Foster Care, and forgiveness. 

I give you my intimate thoughts after sitting with Juneteenth in my body.

Here are three ways You Can Celebrate and Reflect on Juneteenth for people of all backgrounds:

  • Acknowledge your capacity for violence and extraction. Befriend...
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The Spiritual Meaning of the Summer Solstice 🌞✨

Hey, beautiful souls! I’m Aminata, and in this episode, I’m diving into the magic of the Summer Solstice. It’s not just the longest day of the year—it’s actually a powerful two-week energy portal that invites us to grow, heal, and show up as our fullest, boldest selves.

I share my own unforgettable experience from a Summer Solstice retreat in Ecuador, where I faced grief...

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🌳✨ Welcome to the Mother Tree Network! In this soul-stirring episode, we’re joined by the radiant Rosemary Reyes — a visual artist, shamana, and proud Dominican New Yorker 🗽🌺.

🎙️ Rosemary opens up about her ancestral awakening during her Saturn return 🌒, when a sudden move to New Orleans led to life-shaking initiations, intuitive warnings from strangers 🧿, and spirit messages that cracked open her understanding of reality.

💫 S...

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Ready to discover the magic in your stars? 🌟

In this episode, Barb Horn, a voice coach, alchemical hypnotist, and scientist, shares her journey from the sciences to astrology. 

Astrology is not about predicting your future—it’s about empowering you to make the most of it! 

She explains how astrology offers a deep connection to the cosmos and ourselves, especially for women seeking personal growth and healing. 

If you’re a woman over 5...

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Welcome to the world of ancestral healing and connection! 

Discover answers to key questions: 

  • How can I connect with my ancestors spiritually? 
  • What is ancestral healing and why is it important? 
  • Are there practical rituals or practices for healing generational trauma? 

In this rebroadcast episode, Aminata shares guidance on the spiritual practice of connecting with one's heart and ancestors. She emphasizes the concept of...

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In this re-broadcast, I, Aminata, Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman tell you why you should create a vision board.

Short answer?  Vision boarding works!
For example, I created a vision board that was centered on the theme of Luxury and Nature.  I had lots of pics of glamping and beautiful fabrics, carved wooden items, and lots of people of different ethnicities and genders laughing and touching and loving each other...

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Trouble sleeping?

Sluggish energy?

Frustrated?

Your liver might be talking to you!

In this episode Dr. Sina shares how her liver got her attention and caused her to leave her medical career and a surgery residency with lots of debt and no clear path forward.  But she trusted herself and went on to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which she loves.  Now Dr. Sina and her liver are thriving.  

Find out what you can do to access the ...

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March 14, 2025 16 mins

In this episode of the Mother Tree Network Podcast, Aminata, Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman discusses the significance of the Spring Equinox on March 20th, 2025, and the accompanying spring eclipses. 

She emphasizes the cyclical nature of time and encourages listeners to understand their place within various cycles including economic, political, and natural cycles. 

Aminata introduces the Spring Equinox, highlighting this period...

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This week, we're super excited to share our latest chat on the Mother Tree Network with the one and only Christopher Sims, or as we like to call him, Yogi Rev. He's an awesome mix of a fiery Baptist minister and a serene yoga teacher. Trust us, you're gonna love his vibe!

What’s Inside This Episode:

  • Standing for Justice: Yogi Rev and I dive into what it really means to stand for racial justice and human rights, wit...
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Greetings, beautiful souls. As we embark on the fourth season of the Mother Tree Network, it seems auspicious that our first episode coincides with a day of love—Valentine's Day—and the birthday of a renowned figure of love and freedom, Mr. Frederick Douglass. This season begins with a commitment to centering love consciousness in 2025—a year where decisions and actions are rooted in love, even amidst the chaotic events swirli...

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Aminata reflects on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., emphasizing 'justice without judgment,' a concept introduced to her by Gary Zukav. Sharing a personal experience from 2016-2017 while canvassing for a Democratic candidate in a Republican town, Aminata highlights the dangers of a judgmental attitude. The script explores the importance of love as the foundation for justice, urging a shift from labels and blame t...

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Join Aminata on the Mother Tree Network as she interviews Dr. Chris Omni, a scholar of Black Joy, during Kwanzaa week. 

This insightful episode delves into how Dr. Omni shifted the narrative from Black suffering to Black joy, including the use of the arts and green spaces in her research. 

Learn about her revolutionary work leading to the creation of the world's first journal dedicated to Black Joy, its ...

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This episode is a gift to anyone seeking more balance and restoration during the busy holiday season!

Aminata dives into the importance of honoring your body's natural need for rest during the colder season, offering practical ways to recharge without relying on caffeine or alcohol.

Instead, she introduces listeners to deeply restorative practices like Yoga Nidra and guided body scans.

You’ll also ...

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