Navajo Artisan EXPOSES the Meaning Behind Turquoise & Sacred Jewelry - The Chad Peterson Show

On this episode of The Chad Peterson Show, Chad sits down with master Navajo jeweler Steve Arvizo and his manager Paul D’Souza for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had on culture, energy, craftsmanship, and spiritual intention.

This isn’t a conversation about “jewelry.”
It’s a conversation about meaning, identity, heritage, and the power embedded in the things we choose to wear and keep.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. The deeper meaning behind Navajo jewelry
Steve explains how each piece is created with prayer, symbolism, and intentionality—why turquoise “speaks,” why stones choose their form, and why no two pieces will ever be the same.

2. How energy and craftsmanship shape a piece
From the quality of silver to the energy of the stone, Steve shares the exact process of creating heirloom-level jewelry that becomes a generational artifact—not an accessory.

3. Why global collectors (Japan, Germany, Korea) are obsessed with Steve’s work
Paul breaks down how cultures that value tradition and energy are naturally drawn to Steve’s pieces—and how they’ve become global collector items.

4. The spiritual traditions and daily rituals behind Navajo artistry
From morning prayer to honoring Mother Earth, Steve explains how cultural grounding shapes every piece he creates.

5. How modern buyers can reclaim meaning in what they purchase and pass down
This episode reframes jewelry as legacy—connecting families, creating identity, and restoring intentional craftsmanship in a world of mass production.

This is storytelling, craftsmanship, spirituality, and legacy-building at the highest level.


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