Best NCAIED Podcasts (2024)

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Eroding Sovereignty: The Devastating Impacts of Dams on Tribal Communities 28:27

27m ago28:27

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we uncover the devastating effects that dams have on Indian Country. The construction and maintenance of dams cause flooding of sacred sites, displacement of people from their ancestral lands, and permanent disruption of the ecosystem and fish populations. These irreparable consequences result in the loss of traditi…

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Ep. 7 | Advocacy with Tylynn Gordon 43:25

2h ago43:25

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Any questions or comments please send here! Episode 7 of The Native Edge podcast returns to a familiar subject - advocacy - with an in-person interview with Tylynn Gordon, a longtime friend of and former consultant for The National Center. Tylynn has a wealth of knowledge about politics and federal lobbying and advocacy across many fields, includin…

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Ep. 6 | Lance Morgan on Innovation in Indian Country 46:53

12d ago46:53

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Any questions or comments please send here! Welcome back Native Edge Listeners! In this episode, Chris James and Yvette Fielder sit down with Lance Morgan, CEO of Ho-Chunk Inc., for an insightful conversation about his journey in building a diversified company, changing the law on Indian gaming, and eventually evolving into sports betting. Lance sh…

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Empowering Tribal Nations in the 21st Century: NCAI and the Center for Tribal Digital Sovereignty 30:09

12d ago30:09

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As the growth of technology permeates every aspect of our lives, the issue of Tribal Digital Sovereignty is of crucial importance now more than ever. Join us on this episode of The Sentinel as we hear from experts who will help shed light on this subject. Listeners will learn about the recently launched Center for Tribal Digital Sovereignty, a part…

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#56 - Native Cousin Chronicles: "She's my Mom's, Dad's, Sister-in-Law's, Daughter's Grandson" 1:37:42

13d ago1:37:42

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Send us a Text Message. 0:00 Dream Guests on My Podcast 7:33 Musical Reflections on Seven Generations 26:05 Complexities of Kinship Rules 33:51 Crow Kinship Structure Clarified 42:03 Crow Kinship Structure and Roles 52:33 Navigating Crow Kinship and Social Rules 1:07:25 Preserving Salish Kinship and Language 1:11:38 Salish Social Organization and K…

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Ep. 5 | Advocacy with Clara Pratte 1:01:10

2M ago1:01:10

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Any questions or comments please send here! Episode 5 of the Native Edge Podcast is all about advocacy! Hosts Chris James and Yvette Fielder welcome guest Clara Pratte, who has a long and distinguished history of advocacy across Indian Country. They discuss Clara's background and experience, the importance of advocacy and making your voice heard, N…

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Ep. 4 | United States Department of Agriculture 29:07

2M ago29:07

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Any questions or comments please send here! What's up Native Edge listeners! On Episode 4, we share more of the conversation from Episode 2 between Chris James, President and CEO of The National Center, and Tedd Buelow, the Tribal Relations Team Lead for USDA's Office of Rural Development. This interview was recorded in April. Buelow gives insight …

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Beyond Words: The Power of Native Language Revitalization 28:11

2M ago28:11

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The survival of American Indian and Alaska Native languages is essential to the success of tribal communities and Native ways of life. However, without urgent and sustained intervention, far too many Native languages risk extinction within the coming decades. In this episode of The Sentinel, we highlight the urgency of this issue, and examine the c…

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Ep. 3 | Native Edge Institutes 22:19

3M ago22:19

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Any questions or comments please send here! Thank you for tuning in to the Native Edge! In our latest episode, Program Director Yvette Fielder, Business Development Specialist Kyia Jackson, and Producer Mikaela Garcia talk about Native Edge Institutes - the free, one-day training business training sessions The National Center hosts across the count…

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Ep. 2 | Agriculture 34:07

3M ago34:07

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Any questions or comments please send here! Welcome back to the Native Edge podcast! Join us as we explore the world of agriculture through business, philosophy, and clips from awesome entrepreneurs and experts. On episode 2, The National Center's Chris James and Yvette Fielder take a deep dive into Indigenous agriculture, with perspective from sis…

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100 Years Of Citizenship: Commemorating The Snyder Act 7:29

3M ago7:29

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we commemorate the centennial of the Indian Citizenship Act, passed into law on June 2, 1924. Also known as The Snyder Act, this pivotal piece of legislation granted citizenship to all American Indian people born within the limits of the United States. Join us as we look back at the origins of this law, and its conn…

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#55 - O.G. Powwow Boy Band: Evolution of a Contemporary Powwow Singing Group - Guest James "Bud" Day 2:13:41

3M ago2:13:41

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Send us a Text Message. Powwow Music Evolution and Stories - 00:12:03 Discussion on Traditional Singing Fundamentals - 00:21:48 Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing Styles - 00:27:51 More on the Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing - 00:36:09 TBZ Evolution - 00:52:04 Powwow Singing Critique and Memories - 01:02:43 Music & Culture - 01:09:19…

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Pilot | Introduction 37:25

4M ago37:25

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Any questions or comments please send here! Welcome to the very first episode of our new podcast, Native Edge! Native Edge will explore a wide array of topics across Indian Country, as well as more about the work of and the people behind The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development. In our pilot episode, National Center President …

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A Seat at the Table: Tribal Nations and the 2024 Farm Bill 7:13

4M ago7:13

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we uncover the origins of the Farm Bill. Although not a common household name, this massive omnibus bill touches many aspects of our personal lives. It governs agriculture, regulates food prices, legislates food policy and production, establishes funding for food distribution programs, and much more. The first Farm …

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#54 - Fencepost Philosophy: Familial Boundaries Delineating Logic, Tradition and Belief. 1:05:56

4M ago1:05:56

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Send us a Text Message. Missing VHS tape and a burial board. 0:00 Slang phrases and their origins. 4:38 Cultural preservation, imposition, and ethnocentrism. 11:56 Conflicts within families due to differing beliefs and values. 20:35 Family dynamics and cultural preservation among Native American siblings. 26:01 Cultural loss and its impact on famil…

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Healing Through Restoration: The Native American Graves Repatriation Act 9:29

5M ago9:29

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we examine a critical piece of legislation aimed at remedying past injustices by addressing the treatment and repatriation of cultural items, objects of cultural patrimony, sacred objects, and human remains. Since its enactment in 1990, the Native American Graves Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) has presented considerable …

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#53 - A Smudge Too Far: Perils of Pretendigenous Smudging 1:14:56

6M ago1:14:56

1:14:56

Send us a Text Message. Police encounters. 0:24 Colonialism, language, and smudging. 4:48 Smudging practice and techniques. 11:25 The origin and usage of the word "smudge" in Native American contexts. 16:58 Smudging practices and Timing. 23:08 Smudging practices and cultural context. 30:53 Cultural knowledge and tradition invention. 38:27 Smudging …

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More Than A 51-Cent Problem: Native Women And The Gender Pay Gap 8:46

6M ago8:46

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In this episode of the Sentinel, we celebrate the start of Women’s History Month this March by exploring the gender pay gap – an issue that not only affects Native women, but also their families and communities as well. As the United States recently commemorated the 15th Anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, some news outlets have recent…

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#52 - Authenticity Under Surveillance: A Native’s Guide to Being Yourself…Everywhere! 1:20:28

6M ago1:20:28

1:20:28

Send us a Text Message. Archive music and recording techniques. 0:00 Native American music styles and cultural influences. 5:37 Tribal engagement and cultural resource management. 13:59 Tribal consultation and engagement in BLM meetings. 20:16 Identity and cultural expression. 28:12 Identity and spirituality. 33:02 Cultural preservation and learnin…

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Episode 9 Navigating The New Normal: The Impacts of Government Shutdowns on Indian Country 17:56

7M ago17:56

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In this Special Episode of the Sentinel, we examine the root causes of government shutdowns. Congress has resorted to continuing resolutions and stop gap measures to fund the government. Surely this seems like ‘the new normal’. But what does this mean for Tribal Nations, citizens and the overall economic health and well being of tribal governments …

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Advocacy in Action: The Origins of ECWS 13:35

7M ago13:35

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we journey back in time to trace the origins of the Executive Council Winter Session (ECWS), one of NCAI’s three annual conferences. This policy-focused gathering of Tribal leaders happens at the start of each year and has its roots in the 1950s, during an era when Tribal Nations were fighting against the forces of …

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Strength in Unity: Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Mutual Assistance 9:58

8M ago9:58

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In this episode of The Sentinel, we share an inspirational story from NCAI’s archives–the Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Mutual Assistance. Created by NCAI leaders in 1947 with the purpose of forging Tribal Nations together in unity and purpose, the Treaty is far from just a stagnant archival document–it carries a message that still resonates with…

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#51 - Anti-Un-De-Colonial Indigenization Potluck: A cornucopia of gripes and thoughts 1:13:39

9M ago1:13:39

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Send us a Text Message. Traditions Unveiled: Navigating the True Meaning of Thanksgiving. 0:00 Feast or Fiesta: Exploring Food Choices Beyond Thanksgiving. 6:21 Reclaiming Histories: Indigenous Research Challenges and Opportunities. 12:52 From Podcasts to Papers: Academic Writing Adventures. 20:29 Success, Legitimacy, and Indigenous Research Method…

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#50 - Drama at Club NCAI: Native Identity Scuffles for Federal Scraps - Guest: Salisha Old Bull 1:00:08

9M ago1:00:08

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Send us a Text Message. Native American identity and organization. 0:00 Federal recognition for Native American tribes. 7:07 Native American identity and federal recognition. 19:25 Tribal recognition and federal government responsibilities. 21:58 Tribal recognition and identity. 27:21 Cultural identity and authenticity. 34:22 Native American policy…

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#49 - Nakoa HeavyRunner Unplugged: The Life and Times of a Round Dance Alchemist 1:34:23

10M ago1:34:23

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Send us a Text Message. Pain, suffering, and aging. 0:00 Changes in powwow music and culture. 9:43 The evolution of music and its impact on artists. 16:07 Music evolution and nostalgia. 17:52 Round dance music and production. 26:56 Music recording techniques and cringe-worthy old songs. 35:17 Audio engineering and preserving cultural heritage. 39:3…

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#48 - Drums, Dreams and Cultural Schemes: A Beatdown on Indigenous Conferences. 1:32:49

10M ago1:32:49

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Send us a Text Message. Traditional songs and their cultural significance. 0:04 Indigenous singing and morality. 22:28 Indigenous land acknowledgments and cultural appropriation. 34:43 Conference planning and land acknowledgments. 41:45 Incorporating traditional ceremonies into a conference. 55:45 Indigenous Research Methodologies and Identity. 1:1…

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Native Voting Rights and Civic Participation 1:00:17

10M ago1:00:17

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As 2023 comes to an end, The Sentinel looks ahead to next year and the 2024 US Presidential Election. Campaigning and debates will soon dominate the news in advance of voters heading to the polls in November. In this episode of The Sentinel, we examine the ongoing barriers that American Indian and Alaska Native citizens face while exercising the ri…

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Mining and Monuments: A Conversation about Tribal Lands 47:37

11M ago47:37

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The current drive towards independence from fossil fuels and to a clean energy economy presents distinct challenges to Tribal communities. Many of the minerals that are needed, such as lithium, cobalt, and copper, rest on or near Tribal Lands, putting both the resources of Tribal Nations and the well-being of their citizens at risk. In this episode…

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#47 - Highbrowing Indigenous Cinema: What do Natives want... realism or escapism? Guest: Salisha Old Bull 1:42:33

12M ago1:42:33

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Send us a Text Message. Intro: Too much sodium? 0:00 The best Predator movie ever made. 18:15 You’re not active listening 22:48 Eagle feathers and fake feathers. 35:43 Not so good Ten Indigenous Movies List. 49:24 TRS Top 5 Indigenous Movies List. 1:08:08 Cinema should be an escape from the past. 1:36:47 Movie Quotes Thunderheart (1992) - Busted ar…

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Native Excellence: Native Voices in Higher Education 1:00:28

1y ago1:00:28

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It's that time of year again—the season when students of all ages return to their classrooms, embarking on a fresh school year. In this episode of The Sentinel, we delve into the distinctive challenges faced by Native students pursuing higher education. Our focus begins with an exploration of NCAI's historical advocacy on behalf of Native students …

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#46 - Inside Indian Country: A Discussion on Kool-Aid, Pork Chops and Indian Law - Guest: Bryan Dupuis 1:29:41

1y ago1:29:41

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Send us a Text Message. Typical life. 2:25 Bryan’s law degree and how he got started. 10:55 I'm glad people are listening. 18:30 Dirty Belly. 19:55 What is the legal definition of heritage? 27:59 The Revolutionary War and the royal proclamation. 34:45 Wabash Land Company and the Rebellion. 38:56 Proclivity and the revolutionary war. 41:20 Race Judi…

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The Fight to End Harmful Mascots 39:20

1y ago39:20

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Negative and derogatory images of American Indian and Alaska Native people can be found everywhere–just turn on your TV on any given day to watch a movie, show or sports game, and chances are you will encounter an image, symbol or mascot that depicts Native people in a racist, and stereotypical manner. The media plays a crucial role in shaping peop…

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#45 - Tribal Pride and Prejudice: Understanding superficial practice and actual practice. 1:19:44

1y ago1:19:44

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Send us a Text Message. My uncle shot a real big buck. 0:00 The Public Enemy tape. 2:31 The best old dance recording I've ever heard. 14:39 Weasel skins and porcupine quills. 17:59 The problem with romanticism about the past. 24:36 Practitioners knowledge vs non practitioners knowledge. 32:04 Practice vs. Ideology. 39:16 Dealing with the fear of no…

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Colorado River Water Rights and The 2023 Mid Year 54:14

1y ago54:14

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In this second episode of “The Sentinel'', The National Congress of American Indians invites listeners to learn more about the issue of water rights. Discover what happened in NCAI history and what’s happening now to create a full picture of this far from resolved issue. To kick off the episode, we feature Ryan Seelau, NCAI Director of Policy and L…

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#44 - Indian Basketball, Fancy Dancing and Indigenous Citation with Guest Walter RunsAbove 1:51:44

1y ago1:51:44

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Send us a Text Message. Can you hear me now? 0:00 Goose from the stronghold. 0:55 Old school rock and roll. 7:33 Chicken Dance song. 10:56 The beginning of fancy dancing. 15:05 Fancy dance competitions and trophies. 20:08 The flare from the rocker. 26:39 Cool names and nicknames. 32:14 Ruffling your rocker. 40:03 The power that comes from the floor…

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The Origin Story and the First Mid Year 41:12

1+ y ago41:12

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In the premiere episode of "The Sentinel," the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) invites you along on a journey through time, exploring the pivotal moments that have shaped the exercise of tribal sovereignty. First, travel back to NCAI's inception in 1944 and witness the ever-evolving needs of Tribal Nations in the face of mounting threa…

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The Sentinel Trailer 1:01

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#43 - An Intervention for Aaron: A discussion on inconvenient truths, criticism and uniformity 1:04:52

1+ y ago1:04:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this season 3 kickoff episode we welcome back Aaron with an investigation into some of our past discussions.Since his absence in the past four months we have had a chance to review past episode to find opportunities to dive deeper into unresolved matters. Specifically we reintroduce the idea that criticism in Indian Count…

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#42 Tribal Boomer Exodus: Indigenous Gen X on Reframing Identity and Governance in the Void with Guest Pat Matt 1:35:23

1+ y ago1:35:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Qʷlm tl Stltla (Patrick Matt Jr., Qlispé) joins the discussion on the phenomenon of the older generation of tribal leadership retiring and how the next generation will fill the void with new ideas about identity and governance. Discussed are issues related the short longevity of the newly adopted governance…

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#41 - "Hang Around the Conference Indians": Re-imagining a modern structure for discussing Tribal research 1:05:14

2y ago1:05:14

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss opinions in Native inspired conferences. Conferences have been integrated in as a mode of convening and disseminating knowledge across Tribal Nations. They have become the mainstay for meeting and sharing some cultural pursuits and identities. We briefly discuss ideas that we have about conferences…

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#40 - "Thoughts and Prayer": Untangling vague and specific modes of supplication 1:17:03

2y ago1:17:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss an important component of Native reality. Prayer is a unique endeavor in Tribal life that continues to thread through nearly all processes that are deemed important. We discuss some of the recent stereotypes and romantic expressions while reflection on our own experiences and understanding of the p…

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#39 The Saga of White Josh: A "how to" guide to living White on the Rez 1:45:27

2y ago1:45:27

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we have chat with guest Joshua Rosenau. Josh has been living on the Reservation for a number of years and shares his insight as a Non-Native outsider. His experience in connecting with Natives and some cultural pursuits are highlighted as advice for other non-Natives seeking to understand the Native experienc…

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#38 - That One White Guy on the Rez: Original Style Singing and Sovereignty 1:18:31

2y ago1:18:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we take some time to jump around in our thoughts about a number important topic. We start the discussion by introducing the topic and issues of outsiders living in and around Indian County while enjoining in some of our cultural practicers. This brief discussion leads us in to an in depth conversation about o…

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#37 - Reconciling Past and Present Realities: Issues with written text about “Indian Things” 1:03:52

2+ y ago1:03:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we revisit some unfinished business from a previous discussion. Specifically, We dive deeper in the complications found when Native thoughts and philosophies are committed to written text, especially in legal and academic scholarship. Some primary issues are knowing that we may not fully understand the constr…

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#36 - The Problem with Repatriation and Tribal Death Norms: The evolution of Indigenous epistemologies 1:07:19

2+ y ago1:07:19

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Send us a Text Message. Death is one of the final cultural expression in any society. The discussion of death and mourning can be a sensitive topic. The TRS team discuss current and modern beliefs related to human remains in relation to repatriation of objects from museums. This is contrasted with the what we understand about the beliefs of our anc…

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#35 - Do We Still Need Each Other?: Shifting norms of responsibility and ownership 1:02:39

2+ y ago1:02:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the TRS team discusses many topics centering on emerging social structure in Native families. In Part I, the conversation emerges from a discussion on family names while shifting to the phenomenon of the "keeper". Importantly, the issue of cultural responsibilities resting on the knowledge of a single indivi…

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#34 - “10% Cree Fee”: The influence of Nêhiyawak singing across Indian Country with Guest Aaron Tootoosis 1:31:50

2+ y ago1:31:50

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the TRS team chats with Aaron Tootoosis (Nêhiyawak) from the Poundmaker Indian Reserve in Treaty 6 Territory. University and traditionally educated, he shares his expertise on current Indigenous issues through speaking engagements throughout Saskatchewan and through his involvement with boards and committees…

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#33 - You're on Dog Land! Secret knowledge in Indian County 1:14:40

2+ y ago1:14:40

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the Tribal Research Specialist (TRS) team discuss what some may view as "secret knowledge" in Tribal Communities. In the episodes we are joined by returning guest Salisha Old Bull to provide further insight on this phenomenon. The episode span a gamut of ideas and angles where the idea of ownership of knowle…

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#32 - Welcome Back! Where have we been and whats next? Listen in and find out. 57:04

2+ y ago57:04

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Send us a Text Message. We took a small break but we are back to discuss more important issues and accomplishment from Indian Country. We had a chance to resent and are ready to jump back in to elaborate on old topics and bring forth new and challenging discussions. In this episode we provide an overview of some previously discussed topics centered…

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#31 - Inside Indian Country: A Discussion on Personhood for Rivers- Guest: Bryan Dupuis 1:10:38

3y ago1:10:38

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the Tribal Research Specialist (TRS) team discuss the ever-expanding phenomenon of applying "personhood" or legal human rights to river. In the "Inside Indian Country" episodes we invited a guests living and thriving in Indian Country from a range of professions and educational levels to discuss their views …

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