Transformative Marks Podcast
Episodes
The Red Road: How Traditional Tattoos Guide One Artist's Sobriety Journey with Nick Wawia
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#060 The journey from addiction to wholeness often requires powerful medicine. For Nicholas Wawia, that medicine came in the form of ancestral skin ma...
From Frontlines to Skin Lines: Finding Balance Through Indigenous Tattooing with Anne Spice
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#059 Anne Spice's journey into ancestral tattooing reveals a profound path toward healing that extends far beyond artistic expression. Beginning ...
Reviving Ancestral Traditions: Indigenous Tattooing, Identity, and Modern Adaptations with Missy Mahan
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#058 Prepare to be inspired by the incredible journey of Missy Mahan, an Indigenous tattoo artist with roots in the Tohono, O'odham, Yuchi, and M...
Reclaiming Heritage and Identity: The Healing Power of Indigenous Tattooing with Mel Lefebvre
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#057 Imagine reclaiming lost traditions through the art of Indigenous tattooing. Mel, a two-spirit person of Red River, Michif, guides us through thei...
Creating Sacred Tattoo Spaces: Embracing Ancestral Practices and Cultivating Inclusivity with Dion Kaszas and Friends
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
# 056 Discover a new perspective on tattooing that beautifully intertwines cultural significance, safety, and spiritual healing. With insights from In...
Transformative Tattoo Journeys: Healing, Identity, and Community Through Indigenous Markings with Crystal Kimewon
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#055 Crystal Kimewon's journey into Indigenous tattooing is nothing short of transformative and deeply inspiring. We explore how her dream of ope...
Inked Stories: Indigenous Sovereignty and the Power of Consent with Dion Kaszas and Friends
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#054 What if reclaiming your cultural heritage could transform your identity, heal past traumas, and empower your future? That's the journey we&a...
Hybrid Northwest Coast Black and Grey Tattooing: Merging Fine and Formline with Chanton Hopkins
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#053 What if tattoos could heal more than just the skin? Join us on Transformative Marks as we sit down with Chanton Hopkins, a gifted tattoo artist f...
Seeing with Ancestral Eyes: Reviving Indigenous Visual Languages Through Tattooing and Creativity with Dion Kaszas
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#052 Imagine rediscovering an ancestral tattooing tradition with no roadmap or mentor to guide you. That's the challenge I faced as a Hungarian, ...
Tattooing the Past into the Future: Mo Naga and the Revival of Naga Tattooing and the Resurgence of Tattoos of India
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#051 Discover the inspiring journey of Mo Naga as he leads a cultural renaissance, reviving Naga tattoo practices that echo his ancestors' storie...
Indigenous Tattoo Artists, Ancestral Tools and Modern Rebirth: Picking the Right Tool with Dion Kaszas and Guests
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#050 Discover the artistry and resilience embedded in Indigenous tattooing as we celebrate the 50th episode of Transformative Marks Podcast. Join me, ...
Cultural Connections and Language Revitalization: Embracing Identity Through Indigenous Practices with Lena Nicholson
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#049 Have you ever wondered how language shapes our identity and helps heal personal trauma? Join us on an enlightening journey with our guest, Lena N...
Ancestral Artistry and Identity: Reconnecting Through Indigenous Tattoo Revival Dion Kaszas and Friends
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#048 Unlock the transformative power of ancestral visual languages and discover how Indigenous tattooing can reconnect us to our roots. Join me, Dion ...
The Intersection of Tradition and Technology in Indigenous Tattoo Culture with Jody McIvor
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#047 What if your skin could tell the story of your heritage, your journey, and your spiritual growth? Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Indi...
10 Tips: Indigenous Tattoo Revival and Cultural Reawakening with Dion Kaszas and Friends
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#046 Unlock the secrets of ancestral visual languages and discover how these timeless practices can enrich your contemporary life. In this episode of ...
Cultural Reconnection Through Ink: Simon Ross and Indigenous Tattoo Storytelling
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#045 Simon Ross invites us into the vibrant world of Indigenous tattoo artistry, sharing his journey of cultural reconnection and storytelling through...
Artistic Resurgence and the Power of Indigenous Marks: A Conversation with Tania Willard
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#044 Imagine a world where tattoos are not just skin deep but are powerful emblems of identity and cultural revival. Join me, Dion Kazas, as I share m...
Resilience Through Art: Greg Williams's Journey of Healing and Haida Tattoo Revival
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#043 Greg Williams, a Haida tattoo artist, musician, and jewelry maker, takes us on a profound journey of healing and creativity in this episode. We e...
Cultural Symbols and Self-Discovery in Indigenous Tattoo Art with Kris and Wes Wilson
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#042 What if the art of tattooing could reconnect us to our roots and transform our self-identity? Join me, Dion Kazas, as I welcome Kristine and Wes ...
Healing Through Heritage: Sheldon Louis on the Transformative Power of Traditional Tattoos
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#041 How does one become an ancestral tattoo artist in the modern world? Join us as we share the inspiring journey of Sheldon Louis, whose path to mas...
Sacred Marks: The Power of Indigenous Tattoo Medicine with Megan Samms
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#040 What if the act of tattooing could heal deeply internal wounds? Join us on The Transformative Marks Podcast as we uncover the profound power of I...
Celebrating Ancestry Through Tattoo Art: Joseph Houia's Path
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#039 What if the art on your skin could reconnect you with your heritage and tell a centuries-old story? Join us as we explore the powerful journey of...
Canoes, Culture, and Tattoos: Navigating Heritage with Stephen Recalma
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#038 Transform your understanding of cultural heritage and personal growth through the lens of Indigenous tattooing. Join us as we feature Stephen Rec...
Transformative Ink: Inclusive Tattoo Practices and Empowering Personal Identity with Nathaniel Hartley
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#037 Join us for an enlightening conversation with my first non-Indigenous guest, Nathaniel Hartley, we explore unique perspectives on the transformat...
Moko and Meaning: The Emotional and Cultural Significance of Maori Tattoos with Danny Lurman
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#036 Discover the rich, transformative world of moko artistry with us as we sit down with a remarkable Maori practitioner, Danny Lurman. Journey with ...
Sacred Markings: Cody Tolmie on Indigenous Tattoo Art, Healing, and Visual Sovereignty
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#035 Can tattoos be more than just body art? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Cody Tolmie, who shares his deep connection to Indigenous ta...
Breaking Barriers: Zack Orchard's Indigenous Tattoo Journey
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#034 Is the tattoo industry keeping its doors closed to diversity, or is it undergoing a vital transformation? Join me, Dion Kaszas, as I converse wit...
Cultural Legacy in Ink: The Revival and Evolution of Tā Moko with Haki Williams
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#033 Can a tattoo be more than just ink on skin? On this episode of Transformative Marks, host Dion Kazas and guest Haki Williams explore the deeply s...
Ink and Resilience: Aprilraine Landry's Journey from Zebra Skin to Harm None Tattoos
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#032 What happens when a tattoo artist decides to close her long-standing shop and embark on a new venture with her best friend? Aprilraine Landry sha...
Healing Through Ink: Reconnecting with Ancestral Tattoo Traditions Featuring Jacqueline Merritt
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#031 Can ancestral tattoos be a path to healing and reconnection? Join us as we uncover the powerful resurgence of Indigenous tattoo traditions with o...
Skin Deep Resilience: The Revival of Indigenous Tattoo Art as Personal Empowerment with Amanda Joe
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#030 Embark with us on an exploration of self-discovery and cultural reclamation, where the ancient art of Indigenous tattooing becomes a pathway to h...
Tattoos and Traditions: Audie Murray's Artistic Exploration
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#029 Ever wondered about the deep-rooted cultural significance behind Indigenous tattoos? Join us as we sit down with Audie Murray, a gifted Métis vi...
From Trauma to Triumph: The Transformative Art of Indigenous Tattoo Medicine Featuring Billie Jean Gabriel
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#028 What if tattoos could be a pathway to reclaiming your heritage and healing deep-seated trauma? On this episode of Transformative Marks, we sit do...
Cultural Revival Through Ink: The Transformative Journey of Indigenous Tattoo Artists and Their Communities Featuring Julious Mora
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#027 Join us as we unravel the rich tapestry of Indigenous tattooing practices and their contemporary revival. This episode kicks off with an intimate...
Ink of Ancestry: A Journey of Healing and Cultural Revival with An Indigenous Tattoo Artist Makwa Mashkiki
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#026 Can tattoos be more than just art on the skin? Join us as we explore this profound question with our guest, an Indigenous tattoo artist, who take...
Inked Legacy: Kanenhariyo LeFort on Reviving Indigenous Traditions and Reclaiming Identity Through Tattoo Artistry
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#025 When Kanenhariyo, a Mohawk Bear Clan member, speaks of tattooing, it's an evocation of lost traditions, a healing touch on past traumas, and...
Artistic Evolution: The Story of Sarah Kane's Cultural Tattoo Fusion
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#024 Embark on a profound journey with me, Dion Kazas, as I sit down with the multi-talented Sarah Kane, whose artistry in tattooing weaves together t...
The Odyssey of Tattoo Artistry and Identity with Romeo Reyes
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#023 When Romeo Reyes first gripped a tattoo machine, gifted to him one Christmas, little did he know it would be the catalyst that transformed his li...
Inked Harmonies: Naomi King's Tapestry of Tattoo Artistry and Cultural Symphony
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#022 Embark on a journey with the multitalented Naomi King, as they unfold their story of entering the tattoo world through an unconventional apprenti...
Needles and Heritage: Weaving Indigenous Culture into Modern Tattoo Practices with Paul McKenzie
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#021 As the buzz of the tattoo machine hums in the background, our studio comes alive with the incredible story of Paul McKenzie, a Wet'suwet&apo...
Tattoos as Testimony: The Cultural and Personal Imprint of Annabelle DeLorme
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#020 When Annabelle DeLorme, a Cree, Métis tattoo artist, began transforming skin into a canvas for storytelling, little did she know that her intric...
Transformative Ink: Alison Cuffley on the Spiritual Journey of Indigenous Tattooing
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#019 Have you ever felt the pull of your ancestral roots, beckoning you towards a deeper understanding of your heritage? In this episode I welcome one...
Ink of Identity: Sydney Frances's Quest for Cultural Reconnection Through the Resurgence of Indigenous Tattooing
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#018 Imagine tracing the contours of your identity through the indelible ink of ancestral tattoos, as Sydney, our guest, shares her journey of reconne...
Tattoos as Identity: The Revival of Indigenous Tattoo Traditions and the Power of Ancestral Connections with Robin Humphrey
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#017 Carrying the whispers of our ancestors in every line and shade, ancestral skin markings tell stories deeper than the skin they adorn. As I sit wi...
Pioneering Spaces for Indigenous Tattooing: Geanna Dunbar on Tattoo Artistry, Cultural Preservation, and Community Healing
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#016 Navigating the vibrant yet complex world of tattoo artistry, I had the privilege of sitting down with the exceptionally skilled Geanna Dunbar, a ...
Tattoo as Medicine: Stacy Fayant's Path to Cultural Revival and Healing Through Ancestral Tattooing
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#015 When Stacy Fayant, a Métis and Cree member of the Peepeekisis First Nation, began to etch her pain and heritage into her skin, she tapped into a...
Carving Echoes of The Land: The Revival of Māori Tattoo Traditions with Que Bidois
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#014 Step into a world where the lines on skin tell stories of mountains and rivers, of ancestors and identity. Our esteemed guest Que Bidois guides u...
Sacred Skin Journeys and Cultural Awakening with Natalia Roxas
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#013 Embark on a profound exploration of Filipino tattooing with my guest, Natalia Roxas, whose journey from reluctance to becoming a hand-tapped tatt...
Legacy in Lines: Poppy Del on the Fusion of Tattoo Artistry and Indigenous Culture
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#012 When the ink settles into the skin, it's not just a tattoo – it's a legacy being etched. Join me and the talented Cree tattoo artist ...
Ink and Homecoming: Heather Kiskihkoman's Voyage Through Traditional Tattooing and Cultural Reclamation
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#011 When Heather Kiskihkoman inked her skin, it was more than a tattoo—it was a homecoming. Our journey together in this episode is a deep explorat...
Inscribed Legacies: The Art of Tongan Tattooing and Honoring Ancestral Connections with Terje Koloamatangi
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#010 Sitting across from me, Terje Koloamatangi, a Tongan cultural tattoo practitioner, shares his ink-infused wisdom, revealing how each etching on o...
Crafting Narratives in Skin: Keith Callihoo on Ancestral Tattooing and Cultural Resilience
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#009 As my fingers danced across the skin, ushering ink into a permanent home, I found a connection deeper than I had ever anticipated. Joining me on ...
Weaving Stories of Healing and Heritage: The Journey of an Indigenous Tattoo Artist with Tristen Jenni Sanderson
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#008 When Tristen Jenni Sanderson gracefully maneuvered her path from the structured world of construction to the fluid lines of tattoo artistry, she ...
Honoring Ancestral Threads: The Resurgence and Significance of Indigenous Tattooing with Artist Nahaan
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#007 Embark on a vibrant journey through the art of Indigenous tattooing, as I'm joined by Nahaan, a Tlingit tattoo artist whose skilled hands te...
Ink and Identity: Unearthing the Resonance of Indigenous Tattoo Narratives with Gordon Sparks
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#006 Embark with me, Dion Kaszas, and the inimitable Gordon Sparks, as we weave a narrative tapestry that spans the personal and the cultural, the anc...
Weaving Cherokee Identity and Heritage Through Tattooing with Natalie Standingcloud
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#005 When Natalie Standingcloud etches stories into skin, each line is more than art—it's heritage, history, and identity. Today, she grants us...
From Athletic Dreams to Indigenous Ink: Nolan's Story of Resilience and Tattoo Artistry
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#004 When life throws a curveball, it's the resilience within us that crafts our most profound stories. Join me as I sit down with Nolan, a Beauv...
The Erasure of Indigenous Tattoos in an Effort to Civilize the Savages with Pauline Alvarez
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode # 007 When Pauline Alvarez speaks about her grandmother's tattoos—symbols etched with cactus spines—she isn't just recount...
Inking Identity: The Journey of Filipino Tattoo Revival and Cultural Heritage with Elle Festin
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode # 006 Have you ever considered the stories etched on one's skin? This episode, I'm joined by our guest L Festin from the Four ...
Navigating the Spiritual Seas of Tahitian Tattooing with Tihoti Matauteute Faara Barff
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode #005 Embark on a journey with me, Dion Kaszas, as we uncover the rich tapestry of indigenous tattooing, a world where every inked line t...
Embracing Identity and Advocacy: The Journey of Indigenous Tattooing and Environmental Preservation with Jody Potts-Joseph
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode # 004 Join me as we sit down with Jody Potts-Joseph, a beacon of resilience and revival, who shares the intimate tale of her path toward...
Embracing Heritage and Healing through Papua New Guinean Skin Marking with Julia Mageʼau Gray
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode # 003 When the ink melds with skin, it's not just a tattoo—it's a reclamation of identity and a healing embrace of one'...
Mending Spirits Through Indigenous Tattoo Traditions with Holly Nordlum
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode # 002 As I sat down with Holly Nordlum, a voice from the heart of Kotzebue , Alaska, we found ourselves swept into the profound narrativ...
Strengthening Roots: The Journey of Samoan Tattoo Traditions with Tyla Vaeau
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus #001 Dion Kaszas here, inviting you into a world where every mark tells a story and every line traces a lineage. As Tyla Vaeau, a profound tatto...
The Transformative and Healing Journey of Indigenous Tattoos with Ecko Aleck
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#003 What happens when ancestral markings and tattooing become an intimate part of a healing journey? This episode takes you on a deeply transformativ...
Reviving Maori Sacred Art: An Inspiring Journey in Moko with Julie Paama-Pengelly
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#002 What happens when an ancestral skin marker decides to carry the torch of Moko, a sacred tattooing practice integral to Māori culture? Join us as...
Introduction to the Transformative Marks Podcast with Indigenous Tattoo Artist Dion Kaszas
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#001 What if you were given a chance to navigate the world of ancestral skin marking and indigenous tattooing, and understand its profound healing asp...