Decolonized Buffalo

Episode 138: Hurdles of organizing, but don't let it deter you   Guests: Cecilia, Steele Hosts: Derek & Rick   In this Episode we talk hurdles or organizing that most people don't know about until they enter the grassroots scene.  We hope to help people understand that these experiences are widespread, and we try to give advice on how to handle these situations. Topic 1: Finding an org, Leadership, adventurism, liberalism, and petty bourgeois leadership. Topic 2: Organizing with Anarchists. Topic 3: Cancel Culture (No Investigation). Internet influencers/culture. Topic 4: Giving & accepting criticism, and community support.     Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.  

Episode 137: Indigenous perspective of territory   Guests: Dr. Gregorio Gonzales Hosts: Derek & Rick   In this Episode we talk about the Indigenous perspective of concept territories. And we also quickly give a review on Laura E. Gomez's book, “Manifest Destinies”.   Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 136: Worker's (In)Dignity: The Implosion & its Workers   Guests: Cecilia & Tee   In this episode I interview Cecilia & Tee about their experience of discrimination (Red Scare) from Worker's Dignity Project in Tennessee. Please show solidarity & support for the strike by signing the petition. Link to petition: https://forms.gle/cZ8XMWetZiu6kJag7 Contact: info@workersdignity.org   Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 135: Would Lenin or Stalin have supported the idea of Decolonization? (of the North American Continent)   Guests: Derek (PlantsFanon), Victor (Red Falcon)   To find the word document that we were reading from, you can go to the podcast share drive, then to go the “Documents” folder. The answer is “YES”, they would support the current idea of ‘Decolonization'. Quoted Sources included: A) “The Right of Nations to Self-Determination” by Lenin B) “Self-Determination of Nations” by Lenin C) “The Revolutionary Proletariat and the Right of Nations to Self-Determination” by Lenin D) “The Discussion on Self-Determination Summed Up” by Lenin E) “The Socialist Revolution and the Right of Nations to Self-Determination (Theses)” by Lenin F) “State and Revolution” by Lenin G) “What is to be Done?” by Lenin H) “Imperialism The Highest Stage of Capitalism” by Lenin I) “‘Left-Wing' Communism, An Infantile Disorder” by Lenin J) “Marxism and the National Question” by Stalin K) “The Foundations of Leninism” by Stalin L) “Historical Materialism” by Stalin   Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 134: Cannabis and Liberation   Host: Derek (PlantsFanon) Guests: Jyl Wheaton   In this episode, Derek speaks to Jyl about cannabis production, harvest, medicine, & culture.

Episode 133: “The Great Father” (Prologue to Chapter 1) & the Marshal Trilogy   This video was recorded on Subversive History's twitch channel.   We cover the prologue and chapter 1 in “The Great Father” by Francis Paul Prucha, and we speak about the Marshal Trilogy. The video in the beginning is Professor Lindsay Robertson from the University of Oklahoma's Indigenous People's law program.

Episode 132: Unsettling Mormonism   Guests: Nic from “Unsettling Mormonism” on Instagram   In this episode we speak about the settler colonial history of the Mormon religion. We also speak about the influence the church has politically and economically.   Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's iin Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 131: This is for Settler Comrades to listen to Host: Derek (“PlantsFanon” on social media) Guests: - Mylan (Radicle Narrative Podcast) - Yahmo - Victor - Rick (Decolonized Buffalo Podcast) Since there has been a lot of reactionary takes against decolonization, and the work of Dr. Horne, we decided to give our analysis on the situation, and give some advice to settler/non-Indigenous comrades.

Episode 130: Chatting with PlantsFanon (Derek) Guests: Derek (“PlantsFanon” on social media) On this episode I speak to Derek (PlantsFanon) about his views on Marxism, Boarding (Skateboard, Snowboard, Surfing), and Cannabis culture. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 129: History of Russia – China relationship part 2 with Carl Zha Guests: Carl Zha In this Episode, Carl talks about Russia – China relationship from the Chinese Communist Revolution to Present. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 128: Interviewing Dr. Brian Haley on ‘Neo-Indians' Guests: Dr. Brian Haley In this episode we speak about two of Dr. Haley's articles “Immigration & Indigenization in the Mexican Diaspora in the Southwestern United States”, and, “How Spaniards Became Chumash and other Tales of Ethnogenesis”. We also speak about the Neo-Chumash, Jonathan Friedman's “Duel process of Globalization”, Jack D. Forbes' background (he's a pretendian), and “The Neo-Indians” by Jacques Galinier & Antoinette Molinie. (**When we speak about the Neo Chumash, we are not speaking about the federally recognized Chumash Communities) You can find Dr Haley's work on the podcast share drive, in the “Indigenismo/Raceshifting/indigeneity” folder, and at: https://oneonta.academia.edu/BrianHaley and https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Brian-Haley-2 Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 127: Interviewing Dr. Gerald Horne Guest: Dr. Gerald Horne Co hosts: Derek & Isaac (Ohlone) In this episode we speak to Dr. Gerald Horne about the national & colonial question, misconceptions about history, & also misconceptions about his work which has led to unnecessary criticisms toward Dr. Horne. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 126: Eff Internet Drama, Let's Learn Something (Part 2) Guests: - Victor - Isaac (Intro) In this episode we speak about Lewis Henry Morgan, Settler Narratives in Marxism, how to navigate white “Leftist” spaces, and Decolonial theory. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 125: Eff Internet Drama, Let's Learn Something (Part 1) Guests: - Enty - Derek - Isaac (Intro) In this episode we speak about ‘fed jacketing', abuse in grassroots, & clearing the air on slander & doxing that happened towards Rick. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 124: Speaking with Isaac (Ohlone) Guests: Isaac (Ohlone) from Indigenous Nightmare podcast In this episode we cover Ohlone history, sciolists, and settlers believing they're the “vanguard”. Isaac's twitter: @ohlone9gen Issac's IG: @ohlone9thgen Indigenous Nightmade pod IG: @theindigenousnightmarepod Amaya's art IG: @orpetoamman Amaya's esty: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OrpetoAmman Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 123: Interviewing Rosalind Cruz Guests: Rosalind Cruz Guest Hosts: Lianna Costantino (Cherokee Nation) Dr. Joe Candillo (Pascua Yaqui) In this episode we speak with Rosalind Cruz, who is the sister of Marie Cruz (Sacheen Littlefeather). Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 122: Indian Child Welfare Act (Part 1) – A History of Residential schools Guests: Gary Osborne In this episode we cover the history of Residential schools, & the Indian Adoption Project, that lead to the current policy on ICWA. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 121: Black Panther 2 Review & Analysis Guests: Jamal & Brenda Instagram: @thelastjamal @ms_self_destruct @lovenotphear In this episode, Jamal & Brenda give their review and analysis on Black Panther 2, and speak about how the MCU is filled with liberalist propaganda. Jamal also gives us an update on his grandfather: Mumia Abu-Jamal, & his court hearing. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 120: Debunking Aztlan (Collab w/ Turn Leftist & The Heatwave) Collab: Turn Leftist & The Heatwave Podcast In this episode we speak about the problematic rhetoric behind the ideology of “Aztlan”. From Indigenismo propaganda, to settler land claims via the Mexican-American War, and poor perspectives from Chicano studies. Turn Leftist Instagram: @turnleftist1312 The Heatwave podcast Instagram: @thwpod Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 119: Toxic Internet Culture (Collab w/ TurnLeftist pod) Host: Mike Guest: Rick & Viktor In this episode we talk about how we're old, and the toxic internet cultures that have run amok within political spheres. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 118: Nury Martinez Debacle (Collab with Sideshow Pod) Host: Issac Jasper from the Sideshow Podcast Sideshow podcast Instagram: @thesideshowpod In this episode we cover the situation with the racist leaked audio from former LA city councilwoman Nury Martinez. And we talk about how anti-Indigenous & anti-Black rhetoric plagues Latinx/Mexican communities. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 117: Addressing New Amauta's corny & false slander Guests: Just me, myself & I In this episode I address how New Amauta has no integrity and attempted to slander me because his feelings got hurt. Total childish online behavior from him. Enjoy. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 116 Taiaiake Alfred: Reconciliation, Land, & Decolonization Guests: Taiaiake Alfred In this episode Robyn & Rick speak to Taiaiake Alfred about reconciliation, Indigenous perspective of land, Decolonization, & social media presence. Robyn is a member of the Yakama Nation, and also part Comanche. She has a BA from the University of Washington. She's a co-host of Decolonized Buffalo & War Cry Podcast. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 115: (Rebroadcast) On Haz and the Patsocs Guests: Turn Leftist Podcast & Red Falcoln In this episode we analyze the ‘Haz vs Jason' debate, and Jackson Hinkle's comments on Revolutionary Blackout, and point our misconceptions about Indigenous issues. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 114: Free Mumia – A discussion with Love Not Phear Guest: Jamal Mumia Abu Jamal the 3rd & Brenda In this episode I speak with Mumia Abu Jamal's grandson, Jamal, about Mumia, the movement to free him from prison, Black Liberation, Marxism, Decolonization & decolonizing anthropology with Brenda. Website for Love Not Phear: www.lovenotphear.com Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 113: 1 on 1 with Radicle Narrative Podcast Guest: Mylan Tootoosis On this Episode I speak to Mylan about a variation of topics, rom Indigenous media, to parenting, revitalization of Indigenous languages, community & politics. Radicle Narrative Linktree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 112: (Rebroadcast) Confronting Settler Nationalism: Part 1 Guests: Turn Leftist Podcast, Viktor Jacket In this episode we analyze PACD's podcast episode “5 Settlers Discuss Landback”, and point out the misconceptions, and racist rhetoric. Link to Turn Leftist Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VDvo9EZzEyYTDixrz3LNZ?si=DIbEvn8jR3y-9PPxgu8zpg&utm_source=copy-link Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 111: Imperialism of Korea Guest: Yeon In this episode I speak to Yeon about the imperialism on Korea by Japan & the US that is still ongoing to this day. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 110: (Rebroadcast from Turn Leftist Podcast): On Chicano Nationalism This is a rebroadcast from Turn Leftist Podcast, where I get interviewed about Chicano/Mexican Nationalism. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 109: History of Russia – China relationship part 1, with Carl Zha Guest: Carl Zha In this episode we cover Russia & China's relationship from 1K years ago, to the Chinese Revolution. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 108: “Aztec” Neo-Nazi Metal Bands. Yes, they exist Guest: Alex Gendler In this episode we speak about the phenomenon about “Aztec” National Socialist (Neo-Nazi) heavy metal bands, and fascist ideology within the metal scene. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 107: Don't go debating PatSocs Guest: Victor In this episode we speak about a debate Haz recently had about ‘Land Back' – Decolonization, and the misconceptions in that debate. We also talk about the debate culture, and effect of the internet on people and movements. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 106: “Indian and Nation in Revolutionary Mexico” by Alexander S. Dawson Guest: Alexander S. Dawson. In this episode I speak with Alexander Dawson about his book “Indian and Nation in Revolutionary Mexico”, and we dive into post-revolution Mexico speak about Indigenismo and internados. We also compare internados with residential schools and boarding schools of Canada and the United States. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 105: Discussing Anzaldua Guests: Part 1: Joseph Ramirez Part 2: The Heatwave Podcast (Mecha de ASU) In this episode we speak about Gloria Anzaldua's “Borderlands” , her contribution to Indigenismo & the continuation of anti-Indigenous/anti-Black rhetoric in Mexican/Chicano nationalism Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 104: Marxist Panel - Decolonization vs Indigenization Guest: Victor, Trevino Brings Plenty, Rainer Shea In this episode we define “Decolonization” & “Indigenization” and talk about what is the better course for Marxists & Indigenous communities against the settler state. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 103: A Kumeyaay Perspective & Exposing Nasdijj Guest: Cedar Sherbert In this episode we speak with Cedar Sherbert (Kumeyaay) about misappropriation of Kumeyaay identity, and his experience with exposing a pretendian named “Nasdijj”. Cedar was a panelist on the (Un)Settling Genealogies conference. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 102: Marxist Panel: Settler Patriotic Socialism Guests: Yahmo, Victor, Rainer In this episode we give critiques in settler patriot socialists, a little about Aztlan, & the need for organizing. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 101: History of China's relationship with Africa (pre and post Chinese revolution) Guest: Carl Zha In this episode we cover China's relationship with Africa (pre and post Chinese revolution) Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 100 – The Originals Guest: Lu Vee & Ai Nan In this episode the original 3 hosts of the podcast come together and talk about how they've been doing. Its just a casual conversation, no specific topic, not political either. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 99: Revolutionary Feminism Guest: Brigid & Becki from Probably Cancelled Podcast In this episode I speak with Brigid & Becki from Probably Cancelled podcast about Revolutionary Feminism, & their views of sex work, & how Marxism pays a role. We also talk about how the youth get bombarded with exploitative capitalist culture. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 98: Marxist Panel – The Current Ukraine Conflict Guest: Yahmo, Pua'ena, Victor, Rainer In this episode a panel of Marxist from different backgrounds give their analysis about the current situation in Ukraine. We talk about “is Russia Imperialist?”, and who and what is behind this conflict. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 97: Finally, A Hawai'i Episode Guest: Pua'ena In this episode we cover the current situation about Red Hill, Mauna Kea, federal recognition, and decolonization of Hawai'i. Host: Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 96: Detribalization & Internet Beef Culture Guests: Hosts of “Indigenous Podcast” (Marcus & Juan) In this episode Decolonized Buffalo's (Rick) & Indigenous Podcast's (Marcus & Juan) speak about internet beef & the topic of “detribalization”. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 95: Politicizing Indigeneity while promoting settler colonialism Guest: Barak In this episode I speak to Barak about 3 different ways Indigeneity has been politicized to promote settler colonialism. 1: Zionism 2: Anti-China propaganda 3: Race shifting & Nationalism in the Americas Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 94: How should scientific socialists view J. Sakai's “Settlers” Guest: Rainer Shea In this episode, Rainer speaks about his opinion on J. Sakai's “Settlers”, and we discuss solidarity between Natives & non-Natives, decolonization, and Settler colonial nationalism. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 93: Who is Falun Gong & Shen Yun? Guest: Carl Zha from the Silk and Steel podcast In this episode we will talk about who are Falun Gong, their history, and relationship to Shen Yun. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 92: Migration Story & Living Undocumented in the US Guest: For safety reasons our two guests would like to keep their names private. I interview two siblings about their migration into the US through the desert, and living in the US undocumented. Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 91: Indian Gaming History & Policy Guest: Gary Pitchlynn Adjunct Professor at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Gary Pitchlynn has spent 39 years providing advice and representation to a wide range of business clients and tribal governments, and he is particularly noted for his work and expertise in Indian Gaming Law. A member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, he has been a major influence in the growth and development of tribal gaming in Oklahoma and around the country since the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act was first passed in 1988. Episode description: In this episode we cover the history of Indian Gaming, and the current policies in place to regulate Indian Gaming. Host: Rick Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 90: Pre-Australian (Indigenous) History Guest: Sarah (Bardi) I have the honor to speak to Sarah (Bardi) about the (Indigenous) history of Australia. Host: Rick Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 89: Addressing “De-tribalized Native” tweet Guest: Matt In this episode I address the misunderstanding about the “de-tribalized Native” tweet. And how people have used this opportunity to try and silence the podcast with half-ass analysis. Host: Rick Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation, and has a master's in Indigenous People's law, from the University of Oklahoma.

Episode 88: Clout-y with a chance of Decolonization Guest: Tanya Rodriguez Tanya is a founder of Global Decolonization Initiative on Facebook. In this episode I speak with Tanya about how the word “decolonization” is being thrown around the internet, at times being exploited, for clout and monetary reasons. We also talk about the article “Decolonization is not a metaphor” by Tuck and Yang. ***This episode is edited due to a very long record time. I compacted the episode to its best parts. Host: Rick Rick is a citizen of the Comanche Nation and had a masters in Indigenous People's law from University of Oklahoma. Intro Music: “Turning Into Me” by Jericho Salt