Raising the Consciousness

About Us

Susan Shehata

Susan Shehata is a speaker and teacher of the Healing Arts. She holds a B.F.A. in Performance and Theatrical Design. Susan is a certified classical Feng Shui practitioner, Reiki practitioner, Rebirther/Breathworker and a healer of space, people and animals. She is the co-owner of Sacred Rearrangements Shop and Healing Center, in Uptown Minneapolis. Her work as a spiritual leader is to help bridge the gap between belief systems, healing systems and life philosophies.

She currently uses her background as a classically trained singer to lead Kirtan groups (sacred yogic chanting). As a performer, Susan has shared the stage and screen with personalities ranging from Sally Struthers to Jesse Ventura. Credits include: Brave New Workshop, Mystery Café, National Theatre for Children, Camp Snoopy, Best Buy, Verizon Wireless, Gateway Computers and Sprint.

Colleen Buckman

Colleen Buckman is the Founder and Artistic Director of Fair Trade Om, a philanthropic production company that connects socially conscious businesses with Artists to produce music, festivals and film. These projects raise funds for various charitable organizations throughout the world including ARC, and Power to the Peaceful.

Buckman is committed to doing what she can to create a more peaceful, sustainable world. She is a community organizer and activist, a holistic healer, a hospice worker, a doula, a yogi and a profound musician. Buckman’s music is at the center of her message of peace. She weaves potent lyrics together with the heart of a mystic. Buckman’s debut album, “Sometimes in the Sun” was released in the fall of 2007 and she has been very busy since then singing and unifying people. Buckman’s mission is to empower people to be whole, healed and free.

“There will be peace on this planet when each human has had the opportunity to experience inner peace. This takes compassion and patience.”-Colleen Buckman

Henni Iwarsson, Producer

Henni is currently a freelance producer in Minneapolis, and Executive Producer of Fair Trade Om. She has worked as a film/radio agency producer for Fallon, Martin Williams, Dalton Sherman and Colle McVoy. Some of her other production ventures include: music videos, yoga, and her upcoming documentary, "We the People." She is pleased to be working with Raising the Consciousness on AM950 KTNF.

Keith Helke, Sound Design and Research

Keith is the co-owner of Sacred Rearrangements. He is a Reiki practitioner and a "Critter Consultant," an animal healer, who got plenty of hands-on experience with his kennel of sled dogs. As a builder/contractor, Keith infuses his building and repair projects with the same healing qualities he offers bodywork and animal clients. As a rock climber of 17 years, Keith also enjoys teaching and consulting about the art of movement. His musicianship and inquisitive nature make him a perfect addition to the Raising the Consciousness production team.

AM 950, KTNF, The Voice of Minnesota

In 2003, former Minnesota Congressman Bill Luther and Janet Robert became concerned that Minnesotans did not have a radio station where talk show hosts would be dedicated to telling the truth while engaging listeners. They built a station committed to those values and a place where listeners can talk back and engage in a truthful and respectful community conversation about issues.

AM 950 has become "The Voice of Minnesota" through its informative guests and the unfiltered, lively debate of its listeners. Our current lineup of talkers is reflective of our Minnesota listeners and their values today. We are committed to learning what our community is thinking, and meeting their needs.