🎧 Listen now and reconnect with the sacred, one cup at a time. 🔗 Explore Embue Cacao at: https://www.embuecacao.com🌀 Visit the podcast home at: https://www.conversationswithcacao.com — #CeremonialCacao #CacaoPodcast #EmbueCacao #CacaoCeremony #CacaoMedicine #SacredPlants #ConsciousLiving #PlantMedicine #CacaoHealing #SustainableSourcing #SpiritualPodcast #ConversationsWithCacao #ParentingWithCacao #DailyRituals #MosesEmbue #CacaoWayOfLife #CacaoCulture Chapters 00:00 Setting the Space for Connection06:19 Moses' Journey with Cacao10:14 The Evolution of Cacao Ceremonies15:22 Cacao's Mission and Its Impact16:35 The Science of Cacao19:21 Cacao's Cultural Roots and Modern Practices23:18 Navigating Cacao Ceremony Traditions27:19 Reverence for Cacao and Global Connections32:10 Cacao Ceremonies and Cultural Appropriation34:42 The Global Impact of Cacao Sourcing36:24 Defining Ceremonial Cacao40:23 Sourcing Practices and Quality Control45:09 The Need for Standards in Ceremonial Cacao46:59 Current Sourcing Challenges and Market Dynamics50:55 Raising Awareness Through Price Increases53:04 The Subtle Energies of Different Cacao Origins56:44 Cacao as a Plant Medicine for Self-Reflection01:01:04 Integration and Daily Practices with Cacao01:05:38 Empowerment Through Cacao Rituals01:08:04 Family Connections and Daily Rituals01:09:57 Finding Purpose and Belonging01:10:11 Staying Grounded Amidst Chaos01:14:17 Vision and Mission of IMBU01:16:15 Curiosity in Cacao Genetics and History01:23:41 The Challenge of Being Human01:31:00 Embracing Cacao in Daily Life Summary In this conversation, Moses, co-founder of Embue Cacao, shares his profound journey with cacao, exploring its ceremonial roots, the evolution of cacao ceremonies, and the science behind this beloved plant. He discusses the cultural significance of cacao, its role in personal growth, and the importance of sourcing high-quality cacao. The conversation delves into the modern interpretations of cacao ceremonies, parenting with cacao, and the future of the cacao industry, emphasizing the need for reverence and connection in our daily lives. Moses highlights the magic of cacao as a tool for inner work and community building, leaving listeners inspired to explore their own relationship with this powerful plant medicine.