#25 CT Holman on Shamanism, Facial Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine, and Punk Rock - a podcast by Todd Howard

This episode with CT Holman delivered so much more than I ever expected. Yes, we talk about his newest book, Shamanism in Chinese Medicine. Yes, we talk about his older book, Treating Emotional Trauma with Chinese Medicine. And yes, we talk about the inspirations for these two books. These discussions alone would have made for a great episode, but here are a few things I did not know about CT: this guy can really teach, which he does throughout this episode; he has played in punk rock bands most of his life; and he is instantly likable, to a nearly ridiculous level.

CT’s expertise and range in Chinese Medicine is phenomenal, and I took great pleasure in the opportunity to ask him dozens of questions and to even get a mini facial diagnosis. We explore sacred drumming from Africa, many forms of Shamanism, trauma-based approaches to healing, and Qi Gong.

CT runs a successful private practice called Redwood Spring in Salem, Oregon. He also teaches seminars internationally, mentors students in his clinic and virtually, and has a host of e-courses on his website. He studied in China 3 times and integrates the specialties of facial diagnosis, channel palpation, five element diagnosis, and diagnosing and treating trauma. He has been a drummer for over 35 years and teaches shamanic drumming.

This episode with CT Holman was incredibly fun to record, and I think you will quickly fall in sync with the rhythm of his humour and teachings. Please enjoy.

Episode Links:

CT Holman and Redwood Spring

Treating Emotional Trauma with Chinese Medicine by CT Holman

Shamanism in Chinese Medicine by CT Holman

Stems and Branches course with CT Holman on October 24

Singing Dragon Books

Master Zhongxian Wu: Chinese Wisdom Traditions

Lillian Bridges

Episode 22 with Jason Robertson on PRC Radio

Learning Links:

School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at PRC

Chinese Medicine and Qi Gong courses at PRCOnline

Further episodes of Pacific Rim College Radio

Further podcasts by Todd Howard

Website of Todd Howard