Bonus Episode # 007 When Pauline Alvarez speaks about her grandmother's tattoos—symbols etched with cactus spines—she isn't just recounting family history; she's weaving a narrative of identity, resistance, and empowerment. My latest conversation with this passionate zine maker and advocate for indigenous tattooing traditions reveals how these practices are much more than skin-deep. Pauline, with roots in both Los Angeles and Oodham territory, joins us to discuss the cultural significance of tattoos within Indigenous communities. This episode is an intimate glimpse into the personal and transformative power of Indigenous tattooing, as Pauline shares the poignant story of her family's tattoos and how they serve as a testament to reclaiming autonomy, particularly for indigenous women. We explore the resurgence of traditional Oodham tattooing methods and how they affirm identity in a contemporary world that all too often seeks to erase Indigenous histories. Through Paulines work on a zine project aimed at documenting and preserving these traditions, we are reminded of the importance of keeping this knowledge alive and widely accessible for future generations. Join me for a journey that transcends the mere aesthetics of tattooing and honors the deep spiritual connections they represent. I hope you have enjoyed this episode, and I am excited to travel the world of Indigenous tattooing with you as we visit with friends and colleagues from across the globe doing the work. This bonus interview is from my extensive archive of interviews, conversations and presentations I have recorded over the past 8 years.  You can check out Pauline at: Instagram @oodhamhoney Big shout out to Tia Clearsky for assistance with recording this interview.  Check out my tattoo work at: https://www.consumedbyink.com Instagram @dionkaszas Buy me a Coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/transformativemarks