Tattooing as a healing art

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Heard On The Morning Show
Someone being tattooed
Jonny Kreidler (CC-BY-SA)

For some people dealing with trauma, tattoos have the power to heal. Body art can cover up and transform physical scars, or help others suffering from body dysmorphia and psychological pain. We talk to four tattoo artists whose work transforms their clients.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Joel Patenaude Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Alexandra Winthrop Guest
  • Caitlin Romenesko Guest
  • Bear Cunningham Guest
  • Nipinet Landsem Guest

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