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Ancestral Muses
by Pamela Bussey
Journey with me as we explore the world through Art, Music, Travel and living your best Life.We will explore these areas and more in a collaborative manner with individuals I have met and with whom I maintain relationships.Podcast art was result of a collaboration with a friend who is an artist, YVE, who created an installation called “Sojourner” , which had as its impetus the masks we wear. I was honored to be one of the subjects.
Episodes
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The Ancestry of a Shard: When The Earth Speaks Directly
Spiritual significance of a heart shaped unpolished clear quartz stone upon purchase, suddenly and inexplicable the bottom of plastic bag gives way, causing the stone to fall onto concrete floor and break. in a room of artists and art work. What lessons can we learn from this event ? Is it...
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Leo Season
It's Leo Season! Happy Birthday to all me Leo Peeps. Brief discourse on new multi generational series to debut on Ancestral Muses" They Playing In Our Face!
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Juneteenth 2026
Oops, you have to turn your phone to watch as I can't figure out how to change orientation! I am still learning. This was annual Winter Park Juneteenth Celebration where i captured the Libation Ceremony in which we honored our Ancestors. E Pluribus Unum (Latin for "Out of many, one") is a...
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Florida Emancipation Part 2
part 2 of the event on May 16, 2026
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Florida Emancipation Day
On May 20, 1865 in Tallahassee, Florida, The Emancipation Proclamation which had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln , 2 years ago was read to slaves who learned they were free! I attended an event in Deland on May 16, 2026, sponsored by The Goldsboro Historical Museum and the African…
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Ode to Mother Nature- Rain, Thunder and Lightning
Let's take a few minutes and sit in silence and gratitude. I thought I might also share some interesting cultural facts about Rain, Thunder and Lightning. Oya is the primary Yoruba Orisha of weather, specifically commanding winds, thunderstorms, lightning, and tornadoes, Oya represents sudden,...
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Park Drive Gallery Spoken Word with Winston Andrews and Others
There is a gem of a gallery located on Park Drive in Sanford Florida called Park Drive. On April 17th, we were treated to a program of Spoken Word. I hope you enjoy listening.
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Scroll of the Ancestral Wayfarer
Join me as i create my first guided meditation which is about 20 minutes long. Please feel free to share your thoughts, comments and suggestions.
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Ushirikiano kati ya Waafrika wenye asii ya Afrika- Connections Between Africans and African-Americans
Behind the scenes audio with Artist Everett Spruill, Doctor Vilbert Issa White and myself. Shout out to Gareth @ A Perfect Union Art Gallery and our director, JaMeiyah Harper. There is a video portion as well that will be uploaded. Ya'll know i do not edit! The video version may be edited, but…
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Buddhist March For Peace 2026
We are living in extraordinary times! There is a group of Buddhist Monks, along with a stray dog, Aloka, who followed them on a similar pilgrimage in India, from the Huong Dao Vipassana Center in Ft. Worth Texas who are walking to promote Peace, Compassion and Non-Violence. Their 2,300 mile…
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Sanford MLK Banquet 2026
Sanford's MLK Banquet 2026 featured Spoken Word by Mr. Sylvester Wynn, 2025 Emerald Award Winner- Teacher of The Year and a keynote address by retired Chief Judge Belvin Perry, Jr., "We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope" Dr. Martin Luther Ling, Jr. We are living...
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A conversation with Eric Wise aka The Wise Knight Art
The 3rd time is a charm! Eric and i engaged in conversation for a 3 hours before we actually began the podcast. He thought he was recording and he wasn't and i thought i had place my phone on do not disturb and I had not! Whew, if only you knew what we talked about on and off the record. This is…
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60-69: A celebration of the 1960"s
My business, Bussey Arbitration and Mediation Services is one of the sponsors of this Art Exhibit at City Arts located at 39 S. Magnolia Avenue in Orlando Florida. On my Instagram page, Bussey Arbitration, I will share photos of some of the art pieces for those who are unable to physically visit...
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Juneteenth 2025 Orlando Museum of Art
Join me as we celebrate Juneteenth 2025 at the Orlando Museum of Art
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WOMEN'S CAUCUS FOR ART MEETING IN SAVANNAH GEORGIA
Njeri Kinuthia is an Artist from Kenya who is a tenured professor at the University of Central Florida. In this conversation, Njeri, shares information about her life's journey and inspiration. There is also a discussion about how male and female genitals depicted in her art were/are a way to...
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Portraits of Fusion Fest
Fusion Fest Orlando is an annual event which is the Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving week on the lawn in front of the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center in Orlando, Florida. The diversity and culture represented in the Central Florida region is why I chose to move here from Philadelphia, PA...
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Portraits of Fusion Fest- Part 2
Continuation of talk from Part 1 and the actual photographs that are part of the exhibit at Orlando Museum of Art
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Westside Fiyah Festival- short 20 minute version
Pop up Westside Fiyah Festival featuring drumming, spoken word, art, vendors and dance. Also we celebrate the pink moon! Good Vibrations!
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Westside Fiyah Festival- long 55 minute version
Pop up Westside Fiyah Festival featuring African drumming, Art, spoken word, vendors and dance! Also we celebrate the Pink Moon. Enjoy the good Vibrations !
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African Drumming during first night of Kwanzaa-2024- Umoja
Take some time to connect with your ancestors!
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Persist and Resist
It has only been 10 days since Trump has been back in the White House! The amount of chaos, confusion and conflict he has generated has been overwhelming, but thtat is the point! The point is to overwhelm us with his Executive Orders, many of which are being challenged in the courts. To keep us...
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Drum Circle and African Folklore
What a way to start the New Year, 2025, a nine year in Numerology! Time to let go of the old and Be Compassionate, Have an Open Heart and Mind in order to usher in New Beginnings. I have a Djembe drum and this event was a free event open to the public where i got to drum! In the New Year do not…
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Drum Circle and African folklore
What a way to start the New Year- 2025, a nine year in Numerology. Time to let go of the old and move forward with a New Attitude, An Open Hear for Love and Change and Compassion. Part 2 of 2
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Peace by Piece- Audio version
FusionFest is a multi cultural festival held in Orlando Florida the Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend at the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center. I was honored to be chosen to tell my story as a "Citizen of the World", through a Mygration Film. You can find out more information about...
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How is it Possible- video version
Reflections on Hurricanes Helene and Milton as well some political commentary.
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How is it Possible- audio version
Reflections on Hurricanes Helene and Milton along with some thoughts about our current political climate. This is the audio version
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Mineral Wealth- Video version
In an interesting twist, this video when it uploaded, did so in a weird orientation! I apologize for the weirdness. If you view it on a mobile device, turn your device. I am always amazed that my podcast journey throws me new challenges! I hope no one suffers from vertigo while viewing! Please…
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Mineral Wealth
Brad Biggs one of the founders of Art For All Spaces and I talk about Mineral Wealth, an Art Exhibit at Orlando Science Center in Orlando Florida.
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Penzey’s Adventure
Have you heard of Penzey’s? They sell spices from all over the world and years ago they had a store on Park Avenue in Winter Park and there used to be a location in Chestnut Hill, a section of Philadelphia. I had quite the adventure at their new Orlando location 1809 Orange Avenue which is right...
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Natalie Daise- performs a one woman show in which she channels Araminta Ross
Did you know Harriet Tubman’s birth name was Araminta Ross? I had the pleasure of meeting Natalie Dause and her daughter, Sara Makeba when they performed at Rollins College and Hannibal Square Center. I got a whole new perspective on the woman more commonly known as Harriet Tubman!
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National Day of Prayer 2024 part 2
What is the scripture for the National Day of Prayer 2024? The scripture inspiring National Day of Prayer in 2024 is 2 Samuel 22:29-31, “For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall.
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National Day of Prayer 2024 part 1
What is the scripture for the National Day of Prayer 2024? The scripture inspiring National Day of Prayer in 2024 is 2 Samuel 22:29-31, “For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall.
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Discussion on Spirituality and Afrofuturism
On February 28, 2024, Rollins College hosted Sara Makeba Daise who describes herself as a Geechee Gal Griot Creator of “The South is a Portal” TimeTraveler•Conjurer•Afrofuturist•Infinite •Lover of Blackness&Queerness &Wholeness• Saltwata. Listen and feel free to comment on the discussion.
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Project 2025 -Part 2
Project 2025 aka Presidential Transition Project - Part 2. The forward to this almost 1000 page document detailing how conservatives will reshape our present form of government in the event of a Republican victory in 2O24 Presidential election. Entire document can be found at Project 2025.org
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Project 2025 funded by Heritage Foundation-Part 1
Project 2025 aka Presidential Transition Project - Part 1. The forward to this almost 1000 page document detailing how conservatives will reshape our present form of government in the event of a Republican victory in 2O24 Presidential election. Entire document can be found at Project 2025.org
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Interfaith Iftaar- 2024 Part 2
Hajj Hassanain Rajabali’s remarks on “Love Thy Neighbor” from an Islamic perspective, a recital from the youth and remarks by Sheriff Dennis Lemma and closing remarks by Outreach Director Minaz Manekia
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Interfaith Ifaar 2024
This is yearly event held at Masjid Al-Hayy. Part 1 - Recitation of Qur’an. This year’s theme was “Love Thy Neighbor” Rabbi David Kay and Pastor Andy Searles share their thoughts from a Judaic and Christian perspective.
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HERSTORY-The Art of Being Barbara Chandler
We honor Barbara Chandler as shares her journey from St. Thomas as a young child to living in Central Florida.
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Victorius McLeod
I first met Victorius almost 2 years ago. It has taken us this long to do part 2. Here is the link for his short film crayons that we discuss! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1reDGIwJlw4
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Full moon in Leo
Today is the first full moon of 2024! Oops, clearly it’s not 20O4😂😱 Join me as I sit in my backyard and soak up the moon’s rays and reflect on travel adventures in 2023. Naky lives in Lisbon, Portugal
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UMOJA-The first day of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a 7 day cultural celebration of African American culture which begins on December 26th. Day 1- Umoja (Unity) Day 2-Kujichagulia (Self_Determination) Day 3-Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility) Day 4 -Ujamaa ( Cooperative Economics) Day 5-Nia (Purpose) Day 6-Kuumba (Creativity) Day...
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Kijiji Cha Makumbusho
I just returned from Tanzania and Zanzibar. Join me in Dar Es Salaam as I explore the Village Museum, which is part of a consortium of the National Museums of Tanzania, which are tasked with preserving the culture and history of Tanzania and Zanzibar. This short video showcases various dances...
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Sounds of Zanzibar
Join me in a magical, mystical journey to Zanzibar! Experience the sounds from the rooftop of the Zanzibar Coffee House. I am reminded of the souks and medinas in Morocco 🇲🇦
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Maho Shing and Pamela Bussey having a conversation
Maho Shing, an Architect and Artist, ia a friend of mine who thought it would be interesting to interview me and create a Podcast episode on Ancestral muses and his platform Acke Art. I am used to asking the questions so i had to dig deep to chillax and go with the flow. Surprisingly, i think it...
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Drumming in Sedona
While I was in Sedona, I was able to try to get my drum on using different drums! I have a Djembe drum that I am trying to learn how to drum. Hope you enjoy! It’s about 6 minutes long. I should have taken pictures of the different drums- one was a hand drum.
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YUKAYEKE of the JAGUAR
Joey and Illuminada Kumaha 'manigua invite me to visit them as they share their Taino culture as guest at the Ormond Beach Historical Society's Collector's Day! As an aside, we had attempted probably 3 times to do a podcast episode so they could share their story to no avail. i then said that...
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African Routes
I visited the International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina on August 26, 2023. I recommend you visit!. As part of the exhibit, African Routes Diaspora in Atlantic World- I made a video of a video which is less than 7 minutes long that was shown as part of the exhibit. I do...
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Resist and Embrace
I attended the preview of Everett Spruill's exhibit at the renowned Mills Gallery in Orlando Florida. If you lare local to the Orlando area, join him for the opening reception on September 16, 2023
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Yukayeke of the Jaguar
I met Joey and Illuminata at the Indian Pow Wow in Mt. Dora in March of this year. We have attempted to do this episode over the phone and apparently the Universe wants us to connect in person. So stay tuned- this is a snippet. We are going to continue our discussion in person.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Journey with me as we explore the world through Art, Music, Travel and living your best Life.We will explore these areas and more in a collaborative manner with individuals I have met and with whom I maintain relationships.Podcast art was result of a collaboration with a friend who is an artist, YVE, who created an installation called “Sojourner” , which had as its impetus the masks we wear. I was honored to be one of the subjects.
HOSTED BY
Pamela Bussey
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