Episode 541 - Gogo Nomsa Sibeko | What is a Sangoma?

Gogo Nomsa Sibeko, a traditional sangoma healer in South Africa, joins Robbie to talk about this rich tradition and - much like hunters - the many times inaccurate perception around them that comes out of Hollywood and movies. Robbie met Gogo back in November at the Custodians conference and was fascinated by her and the fact that she is facing the same stigmas as hunters are - that we pillage the environment for our own good. Along with her views on sustainability (she needs natural resources for her craft), Gogo discusses the human pressures surrounding them, and more! Get to know the guest: https://www.facebook.com/NatureSpeaksandRespondsNPC https://www.patrolling.org/the-commodification-of-wildlife/  Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at [email protected] Support our Conservation Club Members! Vortex Optics: https://vortexoptics.com/  Spartan Precision: https://javelinbipod.com/  Safari Specialty Imports: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices