Best Minnesota Native News Podcasts (2024)

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Upcoming Two-Spirit Powwow Celebrates Indigenous Culture and Identity 5:02

5d ago5:02

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This week, we discuss Two-Spirit Identity within Native Communities and the upcoming Two-Spirit Powwow in Minneapolis. The Third Annual Two Spirit Pow Wow will be at South High School in Minneapolis on July 13th, 2024.By Minnesota Native News

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Old School Noobs Ep. 59: NHL Finals, Metallica in Fortnite, Dune 1 & Godzilla Minus 1 Reviews, EA Sports College Football 25 57:46

10h ago57:46

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In episode 59 of the Old School Noobs podcast, join hosts AJ, Luke, and Tyler as they dive into the excitement of the NHL Finals. Discover the surprising collaboration of Metallica in Fortnite, and get semi-in-depth reviews of the epic film Dune 1 and the thrilling Godzilla Minus 1. Plus, don't miss their take on the much-anticipated release of EA …

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E27 1:00:30

3h ago1:00:30

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Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream some of it. :) All these artists need your support. Tracks on this week's show are: Son Of Dave & Celeigh Cardinal - Wheres The Party At Bial Hclap & Party Watcher - Una vez Mas Electric Religious - Talking It Over Kym Gouchie & E…

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Why Indigenous-led Genomics Matters: Part I (ep 348) 42:53

5d ago42:53

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What is genomics? In what ways might Indigenous genomics differ from its mainstream counterpart? And why is it important they be Indigenous-led? Answers to those questions and more on this special edition of MEDIA INDIGENA, recorded live on location at the Global Indigenous Leadership in Genomics Symposium, hosted this past May at the University of…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E26 1:00:30

6d ago1:00:30

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LoFi, Indie, Pop, Techno, Hip-Hop, Singer/Songwriter, Country, Disco, Rap and Reggae from members of the Oglala, Nisenan, Washoe, Métis, Tlingit, Mohawk, Inuk, Kitasoo, Wolastoqewiyik, Cree, Innu, Hupa, Odawa, and Yaqui nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream s…

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AICHO Indigenous Writers Series 5:01

7d ago5:01

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This week, we’ll hear from the organizers of an Indigenous Writers Series in Duluth. The American Indian Housing Community Housing Organization, or AICHO, recently hosted State Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman and the award-winning author Linda LeGarde Grover. Image: Moderator Jill Doerfler, Ph.D., Linda LeGarde Grover, and Gwen Westerman during the Q&…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E25 1:00:30

13d ago1:00:30

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Pop, Rock-a-billy, Latin, Country, R&B, Electro-Soul, Americana, Funk, Jazz, and Hip Hop from members of the Mohawk, Lakota, Metis, Mi'kmaq, Tlingit, Cherokee, Haida, Blackfoot, Chickahominy, Wampanoag, Oglala, and Anishinaabe nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/s…

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Beyond the Headlines: David Cournoyer on Authentic Storytelling 28:31

14d ago28:31

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In this enlightening episode, we sit down with David Cournoyer, a seasoned journalist and communications expert with over three decades of experience. We delve into David’s remarkable career, starting from his early days as a local and TV journalist to his impactful work and nonprofit communications. David shares his inspiring journey from journali…

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Super Mega Baseball 4 Breakdown, BDGE Trivia Fun, and NHL Playoff Insights | Old School Noobs Ep. 58 53:44

19d ago53:44

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Join hosts AJ, Luke, and Tyler in Episode 58 of Old School Noobs as they dive deep into the exciting world of 'Super Mega Baseball 4.' Plus, test your knowledge with the BDGE Trivia challenge and enjoy their take on the latest NHL Playoff action. Don't miss this episode packed with gaming insights, sports analysis, and plenty of laughs! Subscribe n…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E24 1:00:30

20d ago1:00:30

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Countyry, Pop, Indie, Soul, Reggae, Rez Metal, Folk, Singer Songwriter, HipHop, and Dance from music makers of the Metis, Cree, Oglala Lakota, Cree, Oneida, Mohawk, Tuscarora, O'odham, Haisla, and Anishnaabe nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream some of it. :…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E23 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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Hip Hop, Indie, Country, Folk, Pop, Rap, Metal, Techno, and Reggae from member of the Ojibwe, Cree, Innu, Navajo, Nisenan, Washoe, and Mayan nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream some of it. :) All these artists need your support. Tracks on this week's show a…

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Headlines 6/6/24 5:01

29d ago5:01

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This week, the newly established state Office of American Indian Health gets to work, a new database of Indian boarding schools helps Indigenous people trace their ancestry, and a Dallas Mavericks player honors his Standing Rock Sioux heritage on the court.By Minnesota Native News

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Reflection and Roots: Leah & Cole’s Journey with Native Lights 28:30

28d ago28:30

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In this special episode, siblings and co-hosts Leah and Cole take a moment to turn the mic on themselves. Join us as they share an intimate conversation about their personal journeys and the inception of the show. Discover how Native Lights was born out of a shared passion for uplifting Indigenous voices and stories. They recount the challenges and…

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Close Encounters of the Colonial Kind: Part 2 (ep 347) 1:18:38

1M ago1:18:38

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This week: our return to the realm of IZ, the personification of critical Indigenous studies as imagined by MEDIA INDIGENA regular Kim TallBear (University of Alberta professor of Native Studies), a character she embodied in her keynote at “Of the Land and Water: Indigenous Sexualities, Genders and Ways of Being,” hosted earlier this year in Whiteh…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E22 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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Rock, Funk, Jazz, Rockabilly, Hip Hop, Country, Powwow, Cumbia, Singer/Songwriter, Roots, Indie, Experimental, Punk, and Reggae from members of the Taos Pueblo, Tlingit, Cherokee, Haida, Blackfoot, Navajo, Oji-Cree, Lakota, Tl'esqox, Ojibwa, Cree, Nakota, Abenaki, Kiowa, Comanche, Tuscarora, Métis, Paiute and Hopi nations. Brought to you by Tunes F…

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Episode 57: Unleashing 'Rise of Dragons' TCG by Upscale Games, Movie Classics & MN Twins Win Streak! 1:10:24

1M ago1:10:24

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Join AJ, Luke, and Tyler in Episode 57 of Old School Noobs as they dive into the exciting world of 'Rise of Dragons,' the latest trading card game from Elk River's own Upscale Games. Discover what makes this TCG a must-have for enthusiasts! The hosts also revisit some iconic movies—'The Fifth Element,' 'Butterfly Effect,' and Zack Snyder's 'Rebel M…

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MN Sports Highlights, Baldur's Gate 3 Fun, and The Terminator Debate | Old School Noobs Ep. 56 1:17:52

1M ago1:17:52

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Join AJ, Luke, and Tyler in Episode 56 of the Old School Noobs podcast as they dive into the latest MN sporting news, share their gaming adventures with Baldur's Gate 3 and NHL 12, and spark a heated debate on why Tyler thinks The Terminator is overrated. Plus, enjoy Luke's memorable Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan quotes and AJ just rips darts the whole …

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E21 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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Hip Hop, Alt Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Hip Hop, Rock, Traditional, Country Rez Metal, Original Soundtrack, R'n'B, Pop and Dance from members of the Lakota, Cree, Dakelh, Ojibwe, Inuit, Navajo, Oneida, Mohawk, Apache, and Choctaw Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/…

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Native Student Drum Group Performance Removed from Graduation Commencement Program 5:01

1M ago5:01

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This week, the Hinckley-Finlayson School District Board officials voted unanimously to disallow a Native American student drum group to perform at their high school graduation ceremony on May 24th. The ruling garnered statewide attention. Image: Hinckley Finlayson Schools Native American Student Association Drum Group practices on the big drum. Cre…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E20 1:18:35

2M ago1:18:35

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Reggae, Rez Metal, Country, Jazz, Rock, Electro-Soul, Indie, Hip Hop, Chicano, Dark Blues, Pop, and Dance from members of the Oglala Lakota, Hopi, Swinomish, Navajo, Mi’kmaq, Anishinaabe, Métis, Chooctaw, Ojibwe, Cree, Jemez, and Mohawk nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out…

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Karen Diver: Championing Indigenous Excellence 28:31

2M ago28:31

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In this compelling episode, we welcome Karen Diver. Karen speaks on her rich background in leadership and advocacy work. We discuss some of her goals and the work she’s already done at the University of Minnesota, such as implementing tuition and fee waivers, housing scholarships, and enhancing a nation-wide online library resource for students tha…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E19 1:25:42

2M ago1:25:42

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Rock, Indie, Hip Hop, R'n'B, Dance, Country, Pop, Blues, Roots, Native American Flute, Spoken word musical poetry, and Latin from members of the Ojibway, Mohawk, Mexica, Shoshone, Comanche, Inuit, Pomo, Métis, Tohono O’odham, Mayan, Lakota/Dakota, and Navajo Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the …

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Indian Center Re-Opens for the Community 5:01

2M ago5:01

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The Minneapolis American Indian Center recently re-opened after a 32.5 million dollar renovation project. IMAGE: Mary LaGarde (left) cuts a portion of the ribbon for the new Minneapolis American Indian Center while Dawn Paro (Center) and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan look on.By Minnesota Native News

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E18 1:31:43

2M ago1:31:43

1:31:43

Indigenous made Reggae, Country, Pop Prog Rock, Funk, Hip Hop, Dance, R'n'B, Indie, Synth Rock, Folk, Punk, Res Metal and Dance from the Huron-Wendat Atikamekw, Métis, Apache, Mohawk, Cree, Jémez, Mi'kmaq, Peguis, Nisenan & Washoe, O’odham, Chickahominy, Ojibwe, Paiute, Dene and Haisla Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheo…

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Headlines 5/2/24 5:00

2M ago5:00

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This week, a group of organizations expressed support for tribal land transfer bills at the state legislature, a heroic Indigenous Girl Scout won a prestigious award for her lifesaving efforts, information about tribal elections season, and a reminder about upcoming Native recognition during May.By Minnesota Native News

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E17 1:37:18

2M ago1:37:18

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Indigenous made Pop, Roots/Rock, Indie, Country, R&B, Hip Hop, Ambient Dance, New Delta Blues, New Folk, Punk, and Techno. By artists from the Wolastoqiyik, Apache, Ojibwa, Cree, Metis, Greenlandic Inuk, Mi'kmaq, Blackfoot, Piipaash and Quechan Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear…

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Exploring Fallout Series on Prime, Wrestlemania 40, and More: Old School Noobs Ep. 55 54:56

2M ago54:56

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🎮 Dive into the latest pop culture and sports news with the three brothers on Old School Noobs! In this episode, join the discussion on the highly anticipated Fallout series on Prime, the latest updates on MN Twins, Wrestlemania 40 highlights, and exciting news about X-Men 97. Plus, reminisce about classic movies like Twins, Predator, Sudden Death,…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E16 1:43:29

3M ago1:43:29

1:43:29

Indigenous made R&B, Dub Step, Funk, Hp Hop, Country, Res Metal, Punk, Latin, Jazz, Pop, Electro, and Indie. By artists from the Mi'kmaq, Peguis, Apache, Mohawk, Ojibwe, Cree, Anishinaabe, Kanza Tribe of Oklahoma, Coast Salish, Oji-Cree and Metis Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you he…

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Headlines 4/18/2024 5:01

3M ago5:01

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This is Minnesota Native News. I’m Marie Rock. This week, Minnesota Lynx draft part Samoan, part Alaska Native Alissa Pili, the Red Lake Nation College opens its new urban site in Minneapolis; and a celebration of Donald Eubanks’ life – an Indigenous-Black community member who, during his life, worked for the State, the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe In…

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Brandon Baity: Executive Director of the Indigenous Association 28:31

3M ago28:31

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Brandon Baity is Anishinaabe and a descendant of the White Earth Nation. He grew up in Brooklyn Park, MN and currently lives in Moorhead, MN with his 3 children, partner, and mother-in-law. He graduated with a degree in social work from the College of Saint Scholastica in 2013. After graduation he worked as a youth mental health practitioner, schoo…

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From perogies to pemmican: what can two men switched at birth tell us about Indigenous belonging? (ep 346) 30:51

3M ago30:51

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In this back half of our longer-than-expected mini INDIGENA, host/producer Rick Harp picks up where he left off (drinking deeply of coffee, commodity fetishism and character actor Wallace Shawn) with Kim TallBear (University of Alberta professor in the Faculty of Native Studies and Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Peoples, Technoscience and Soci…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E15 1:42:09

3M ago1:42:09

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Indigenous made Indie, Hip Hop, Singer/songwriter, Country, electro-soul, Rock, Rap, Blues made by members of the Mohawk, Anishinaabe, Metis, Cree, Lheidli T'enneh, Ojibwe, Cherokee, Mi’kmaq, Seminole Tribe of Florida, Pawnee, and Inuk Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out …

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Headlines 4/11/24 5:01

3M ago5:01

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This week, the University of Minnesota is considering a new policy for how it conducts research with indigenous communities, the Minnesota Indian Area Agency on Aging plans to establish a new service, the building of an outdoor smudging space at Shakopee High School, and Bemidji State University establishes an online book club for indigenous high s…

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Spilling the beans on Indigenous involvement in the coffee trade (ep 345) 30:38

3M ago30:38

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For our latest mini INDIGENA (the sweet + sour version of MEDIA INDIGENA), we yank on the global supply chain linking locals in Campbell River, B.C. to the opening of what’s only the second “Indigenous-operated, licensed Starbucks store” in Canada. And just like last time—when our MINI went long on what we meant to be just our opening topic—our con…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E14 1:50:02

3M ago1:50:02

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Indigenous made Pop, Alt Rock, Funky Dance & EDM, Hard Step, Singer/Songwriter, Rap, Hip Hop, and Original Soundtrack, from members of the Métis, Cree, Atikamekw, Nisenan & Washoe, Greenlandic Inuit, Anishinaabe, O'odham, Osoyoos, Ojibwe and Chippewa nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music yo…

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New Proposed Legislation Would Transfer Land Back to the Red Lake Nation, a Persisting Issue Since 1889 5:01

3M ago5:01

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A new bill proposes to transfer state lands encompassing Upper Red Lake in northern Minnesota to the Red Lake Band of Chippewa. Although this proposal at the legislature is recent, the idea of tribal jurisdiction over the Upper area of Red Lake is a long-standing affair.By Minnesota Native News

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Bryce Premo: Exploring Social Work Frontiers 28:31

3M ago28:31

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Bryce Premo is a Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe citizen and brother of Native Lights hosts Leah Lemm and Cole Premo. Bryce on the cusp of an exciting transition in his career. With a bachelor’s degree in social work almost under his belt and poised to pursue a master’s degree in the same field, Bryce shares his journey with us. He is member of the Socia…

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MLB Season Kickoff, X-Men 97 Excitement, and Movie Reviews | Old School Noobs Ep. 54 1:08:27

3M ago1:08:27

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Tune in to Episode 54 of Old School Noobs as the hosts dive into the start of the MLB season, thrilling baseball trivia, and discuss the highly anticipated X-Men 97 series. Plus, don't miss their insightful reviews of Youngblood, Blade Runner, and The Goon, alongside lively predictions for Wrestlemania!…

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A Plethora of Pretendianism: Pt 2 (ep 344) 43:10

3M ago43:10

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This week: building upon last episode's commanding talk by MI's own Kim TallBear, in which she highlighted the insatiable settler drive to consume all things Indigenous—including so-called ‘identity’ claims staked by individuals—host/producer Rick Harp discusses her insights with fellow roundtable regulars Ken Williams (associate professor with the…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E13 1:35:29

3M ago1:35:29

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R'n'B, Country, Indie, Res Metal, Hip Hop, Rap, Funk, Punk, Goth, Singer Songwriter, Rock, Soul and Folk from menbers of the Métis, Lumbee/Tuscarora, Greenlandic Inuit, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Navajo/Dine, Cree, Anishinaabe, Southern Pomo, Iqaluit, Ojibwe Cherokee and Shawnee Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pant…

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Ruth Buffalo: Empowering Indigenous Communities as the new CEO of MIWRC 28:31

3M ago28:31

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Ruth Buffalo is a citizen of the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Nation and a descendant of the Chiricahua Apache. She has served on advisory councils focused on women's health, women's leadership development and local food systems. She is board President for the National Native Boarding School Healing Coalition. She is also the former board president of th…

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A Plethora of Pretendianism: Pt. 1 (ep 343) 56:04

3M ago56:04

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On this week’s program: a plethora of pretendianism! So much, in fact, it’s going to take two whole episodes to fit it all in. And here in part one, we take our deepest dive yet into the ultimate underpinnings of pretendianism—the political imperatives of whiteness. Driving the insatiable settler urge to possess every last thing, fueling the desire…

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MN Sports Buzz, NFL Quizzes, Movie Reviews & Sketchy Kate Middleton Updates | Old School Noobs Ep. 53 1:11:16

4M ago1:11:16

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🏈 Dive into the latest in MN sports scene and uncover the hidden gems of Harrison Ford's iconic movies, 'The Fugitive' and 'Mosquito Coast' in this episode of Old School Noobs! Plus, join the crew as they share their gaming adventures, including the exhilarating remastered 'Star Wars Battlefront 1' and the classic NHL 12. Don't miss out on the ulti…

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E12 1:46:46

4M ago1:46:46

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Indigenous made Electro-soul, Hip Hop, Indie, Alternative RnB, Soul, New Folk, Dance, Rock, Chicano, Res Metal, Black Metal, Country, Jazz, and Techno from member of the Mi’kmaq, Haisla, Mvskoke, Metis, Comanche, Yaqui, Shoshone, Yupik, Plains Cree, Ojibwe, Chicano, Cherokee, Navajo, Iñupiaq and Oglala Nations and communities. Brought to you by Tun…

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Adrienne Benjamin Wins Shoe Design Contest 5:01

4M ago5:01

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"Misi-zaaga'iganiing" Shoe Design by Adrienne Benjamin of Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Courtesy of Adrienne BenjaminBy Minnesota Native News

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E11 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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Indigenous made Electronic, Indie, Hip Hop, Original Soundtrack, Rock, Electro-pop, Chicano, Pop, Folk, and Dub from members of the Atikamekw, Greenlandic Inuit, Navajo, Cree, Alaska Inuit, Ojibwe, Metis, Dene and Apache Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream …

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Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center Welcomes New CEO 5:01

4M ago5:01

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This week, the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resources Center (MIWRC) welcomed Ruth Anna Buffalo, the organization's new CEO. (Image: Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center Logo, Credit: MIWRC)By Minnesota Native News

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Close Encounters of the Colonial Kind: Pt. 1 (ep 342) 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

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This week: 'Close Encounters of the Colonial Kind,' the title of a talk given by our very own Kim TallBear (University of Alberta professor of Native Studies) at “Of the Land and Water: Indigenous Sexualities, Genders and Ways of Being,” hosted earlier this year in Whitehorse, YK by the Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning. Although rooted in …

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Tunes from Turtle Island S05E10 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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Indigenous made Hip Hop, Singer Songwriter, Jazz, Country, Indie, R'n'B, Disco, Techno from the Inuuk, Dine/Navajo, Nisenan, Washoe, Métis, Mohawk, Ojibwe, Blackfoot, Lakota, and Cherokee Nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream some of it. :) All these artists …

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Willard Malebear Jr.: Forging Positive Impacts for Community Through Tattoos, Non-profits, and Resilience 28:31

4M ago28:31

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Willard Malebear Jr. is a Lakota artist who is the CEO and owner of Unified Theory Collective, he is also the Executive Chairman of Art Shelf. Both organizations are heavily geared toward infusing creativity and getting art supplies out to the community. Willard is an experienced painter and tattoo artist who found a way to combine all his passions…

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