In our first episode, Araaweelo explores Somali traditional medicine (dhawo daqamed) — from its deep ties to ancient Egypt and the land of Punt, to the sacred resins that reached Rome, Christianity, and even Chinese medicine. We uncover the plants, herbs, and healing rituals still used by Somali herbalists today, blending science with spirituality. At its core, this episode shows why preserving Somali traditional medicine is about more than remedies — it is about protecting the emotional and spiritual immune system of a people.