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Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, interviews with Salt Spring community leaders; discovering their stories, habits, psychology, & the secrets that have led to their amazing accomplishments & contributions.

I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com).

In this episode I walk and talk with Dr Rigobert Kefferputz (Rigo). A brilliant Naturopathic doctor serving this island with a multitude of skill sets and tools. For more information about Rigo please see the resources section below.

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-dr-rigo/

RESOURCES

Dr Rigo website
https://www.drkefferputz.com/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/drkefferputz/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com).

In this episode I walk and talk with 'Mud Girl' MOLLY MURPHY. A bold mother, builder, and social justice warrior. I am honoured that she accepted my request for an interview, and was 100% authentic in her time with me. Check out the resources Molly shared below! :)

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-molly-murphy/

RESOURCES

Mud Girls Collective
https://www.mudgirls.ca/

Information about the pipeline fight and indigenous sovereignty 
https://www.yintahaccess.com/

Another white boy with a podcast
https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemalelead/video/7261508379544243482

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com).

In this episode I walk and talk with 'Mud Girl' MOLLY MURPHY. A bold mother, builder, and social justice warrior. I am honoured that she accepted my request for an interview, and was 100% authentic in her time with me. Check out the resources Molly shared below! :)

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-molly-murphy/

RESOURCES

Mud Girls Collective
https://www.mudgirls.ca/

Information about the pipeline fight and indigenous sovereignty 
https://www.yintahaccess.com/

Another white boy with a podcast
https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemalelead/video/7261508379544243482

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com).

In this episode I walk and talk with BLAIR FRANCIS.

My major take away from my time with Blair was that he brings 'light' to the world and truly embodies his passion for using sound, music, and singing to nourish his soul and help heal those around him. A rare gem that brings a piece of magic to Salt Spring Island - the type of magic that makes locals and visitors alike fall in love with this wonderful island. 

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-blair-francis/

RESOURCES

All things Blair Francis
https://www.blairfrancis.com/ 

Vocal Freedom Circle (Tuesdays)
https://gangesyogastudio.com/vocal-freedom-singing-circle/

Blair's Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/blairfrancismusic/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com)

In this episode I sit down with Alexia, a brave young woman who shares her story of moving to a Salt Spring intentional community to heal her addiction. 

Alexia offers person to person support (much like an aa sponsor) to women who have had or has addiction present in their life and are on the path of choosing recovery. You can get in touch with her by email Lexydee2@gmail.com. 

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/interview-with-alexia-davies-the-island-talks-podcast/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com)

SPECIAL NOTE: My apologies that my (Spence, host) volume is too high in relation to my wonderful guest. In keeping the mic closer to me in an attempt to keep Robin in flow and not distract her, I was louder than I should be and it is distracting at times. My curiosity and joy also made me a little too excited! Robin is amazing and I hope that came through, as truly all I wanted to do was learn more about what she has done and share it.

In this episode I sit down with Robin Jenkinson, someone I have personally witnessed, on a daily basis, contributing to this community. Supporting our kids and protecting the environment, Robin is responsible for the school gardens and nature programs, bike pathways, river restoration, and much more!

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-robin-jenkinson/

Resources

Robin's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinjenkinson/

Island Pathways - https://www.islandpathways.ca/

Gulf Islands School Gardens - https://www.schoolgarden.ca/blog

SeaSide Magazine Article - https://seasidemagazine.ca/meet-your-neighbours-robin-jenkinson-nurturing-young-farmers/

Merlin Bird ID app - https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/download/

SSI Pod program - https://saltspringexchange.com/2019/01/01/get-in-involved-with-emergency-response-join-the-pod-program-in-action/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com)

In this episode I get to connect with Gayle Baker, who is clearly VERY passionate about the well-being of this island. Her list of contributions is already remarkably long and as a newly elected representative on the SSI LCC, this list will continue to grow. 

Founder of Ask Salt Spring, Dean of a college in California, author of small town history books, experience volunteering for various positions with CRD, Islands Trust, and the Chamber of Commerce, passionate about Island transportation, and much much more!

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-gayle-baker/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com)

In this episode I get to laugh with Simone Cazabon, funny & vital SSI community member; founder of 'Second Harvest' community service, 'Improv Theatre Sports' at Ganges Yoga, and Housing manager for IWAV (Islanders Working Against Violence).

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-simone-cazabon/

Hello Salty people and those who are or may want to visit this magical Island, my name is Spence Pentland and I am the host of 'The Island Talks' podcast, all things Salt Spring Island (with a focus on wellness). I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a private practice on Salt Spring (drspencepentland.com)

In this episode I have the privilege of sitting down face to face with Ben Corno, vital SSI community member, and recent elected member to what may very well be the first taste of 'government-like' structure that Salt spring has ever experienced. 

PODCAST WEBPAGE - https://drspencepentland.com/the-island-talks-podcast-interview-with-ben-corno/

Ben has been on SSI for over 13 years. He landed on this island with a focus on horticulture and farming, working at many of the wonderful establishments that nurture people like himself. He and his partner then moved on to operate their own farm for 8 years, and just recently have decided to move on to another chapter, clearly one that involves more political involvement and hope for the future he sees as being beneficial to most Salt Springers!

Resources:

https://saltspringconservancy.ca/protect/nature-reserves/blackburn-lake/

https://islandstrust.bc.ca/about-us/overview-of-islands-trust/

https://saltspringexchange.com/2022/05/09/crd-local-community-commission-lcc-discussion-paper-introduction/