Welcome to Indigenous Action where we dig deep into critical issues impacting our communities throughout Occupied America/Turtle Island. This is an autonomous anti-colonial broadcast with unapologetic and claws-out analysis towards total liberation. So take your seat by this fire and may the bridges we burn together, light our way.
The Indigenous Action podcast is a powerful and important resource that aims to educate listeners about the ongoing struggles faced by native communities in Turtle Island (North America). As a queer white woman, I have found this podcast to be incredibly enlightening and impactful. It has provided me with a deeper understanding of various cultures and has inspired me to actively support these communities in any way I can. The podcast serves as a platform for indigenous voices to speak for themselves, instead of relying on non-native figures attempting to represent them. This authenticity is a breath of fresh air and allows for a more accurate portrayal of the issues at hand.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to evoke strong emotions and empathy from its listeners. As someone who is geographically and culturally removed from the struggles faced by indigenous peoples, each episode leaves me feeling both enlightened and deeply moved. The discussions shed light on the ongoing genocide against native peoples on Turtle Island, reminding us all of the urgent need for action and change. The diverse range of guests and perspectives featured on the podcast provide thoughtful context, facts, and history that contribute to its educational value.
However, it would be remiss not to acknowledge that there may be some challenges or areas for improvement within this podcast. While I personally appreciate the focus on indigenous voices, others may find it difficult to relate if they do not have prior knowledge or understanding of these communities or their experiences. Additionally, there may be instances where certain topics are discussed in depth without providing enough context or background information for newcomers to fully grasp their significance.
In conclusion, The Indigenous Action podcast is a vital platform for indigenous voices that everyone should listen to. It serves as an eye-opening educator, providing valuable insights into the struggles faced by native communities while encouraging active decolonization efforts. While there may be room for improvement in terms of accessibility for newcomers or those unfamiliar with these topics, overall, this podcast plays a crucial role in amplifying indigenous voices and promoting understanding and support for their ongoing struggles.
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Bonn, Amrah and Taloa talk about the failings of white liberal feminism, or #girlboss feminism and apply an Indigenous abolition approach to feminism while analyzing three current events happening in Indian Country.
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In this broadcast hosts Bonn, Anthony, and Klee talk with co-conspirator Bettina Castagno about not voting and why voting is not a form of harm reduction. Check out the companion Audio 'Zine of our piece "Voting is Not Harm Reduction."
This is an audio version of the ‘zine we wrote and published in February 2020 titled, “Voting is Not Harm Reduction” read by Bonn Baudelaire. We’ve published this as a companion to our podcast “Voices of Refusal: The Native Vote & Colonial Domination.” Check out that episode here: www.indigenousaction.org/podcast
In this premiere broadcast we talk with some long-time Indigenous Action co-conspirators about their thoughts on “land acknowledgements.” Guests: Amrah...
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