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Our weekly Native American talk radio show will discuss national and local Native American news and events. Local and national guest will help us keep current with Mother Earth, Tribal and Twin Cities issues. Native American Issues are human Issues. We invite all people to walk hand in hand wi…

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    Native Roots Radio 7.16.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 49:20


    On today’s show Robert is joined by State Senator Mary Kunesh and producer Miisko.

    Native Roots Radio – July 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 52:54


    Joining Robert Pilot: Tom Weber, and Robert Lilligren of NACDI

    Native Roots Radio – July 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot today is Bob Blake, Solar Bear with the Solar News and Sports, and Rayette Peltier, Marketing & Communications Specialist at the American Indian Family Center.

    Native Roots Radio – July 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 53:19


    Joining Robert Pilot: Dr. Stately of NACC

    Native Roots Radio 7.10.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 48:50


    Joining Robert Pilot today is Mary Kunesh-Podein, Member of the Minnesota State Senate. Misko joins Robert for the Young Women Warriors Segment

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    Native Roots Radio – July 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 48:59


    Joining Robert Pilot, Ray Janis is an Oglala Lakota artist and graphic designer creating contemporary work rooted in culture, identity, and storytelling. Working across digital design, painting, murals, and illustration, his art blends Lakota perspectives with modern visual language to inspire connection and celebrate Indigenous creativity. After, we will talk to Arvina Martin , Ho-Chunk…

    Nativer Roots Radio – July 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 52:59


    Joining Guest Host Christine McDonald is Shor Silkas, 2SLGBTQIA+ Equity Manager for the City of Minneapolis, and Katie Smith, Director of elections. Follow the “Minneapolis AIR” (American Indian Relations) on AM950 for important information from the City.

    Native Roots Radio – July 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 53:21


    Joining Robert Pilot: Nikki Love and Miisko

    Native Roots Radio – July 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 52:49


    Joining Robert Pilot: Producer Miiskogihmiiwan followed by Dr. Stately of NACC and Bob Blake from Red Lake, Solar Bear with the Solar News

    Native Roots Radio – July 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 52:49


    Joining Robert Pilot today is Kristie GoForth, Executive Director of Bikes for Kids Wisconsin, to share how the organization is making a difference in communities through the power of bicycles. Then, we’ll welcome Wendy Pilot for our beloved Sacred Animals segment�. To wrap up the show, we’re joined by Angela Vig- who, to her knowledge,…

    Native Roots Radio – June 30 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 53:04


    Joining Robert pilot today Maren hardy of Spirit Care Services, and Vin Dionne, a Minneapolis-based Indigenous activist, community leader, and harm-reduction outreach worker. Raised in the Little Earth community in South Minneapolis, he is an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa. He currently serves as a co-founder and board chair of the…

    Native Roots Radio – June 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 52:53


    Joining Robert Pilot: Bob Blake, Solar Bear with the Solar News and Wendy Pilot

    Native Roots Radio – Live at Pride 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 52:49


    Native Roots Radio 6.26.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 49:13


    Robert is joined by Misko State Senator Mary Kunesh and Wendy

    Native Roots Radio – June 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 48:40


    Joining Robert Pilot today is Alex, a 2025 Sundance Institute Native Lab Fellow, discussing his debut feature film, Spiral. Following that conversation, we’ll welcome Robert Lilligren (White Earth Ojibwe), President and CEO of NACDI, to share updates and insights from the community.

    Native Roots Radio – June 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 52:49


    Joining Robert Pilot, Arvina Martin is a Ho-Chunk Nation citizen, community advocate, and former elected official in Madison, Wisconsin. She made history as the first Native person elected to the Madison Common Council. After , we will talk to Barb Fabre, the CEO of Indigenous Visioning and All Nations Rise. She is an enrolled member…

    Native American Patriot Talk – Ep. 10: Defending Democracy & Indigenous Rights from Authoritarianism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 52:18


    Chase Iron Eyes breaks down the ongoing fight against fascist forces threatening American constitutional rights. We dive into the deep-seated issues facing progressives today, from the militarization against peaceful protests to the alarming shift toward authoritarianism. Listen to hear why staying engaged in local elections and standing firm in your values is more crucial than…

    Native Roots Radio – June 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 53:07


    Joining Robert Pilot, MN State Rep Heather Keeler, Ruth Anna Buffalo, and Kiki, a knowledge keeper and sharer, and a treaty rights advocate. And, she is an author who wrote her first book, Fishing by Torchlight (Blackbears and Blueberries Press) at 9 years of age. Today she is 11.

    Native Roots Radio – June 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 48:40


    Joining Robert Pilot: Producer Miisko, plus a best-of conversation with Maren Hardy of Spirit Care and Natalie Rademacher of the Minneapolis American Indian Center The post Native Roots Radio – June 22, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 47:40


    Native Roots Radio – June 19, 2026 State Senator Mary Kunesh, Mark Tilsen and Wendy join Robert for today’s episode of Native Roots Radio The post Native Roots Radio – June 19, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

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    Native Roots Radio – June 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 53:00


    Joining Robert Pilot: Robert Lilligren, NACDI and Arvina Martin, Emerge Wisconsin The post Native Roots Radio – June 18, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 52:54


    Joining Robert Pilot: Bob Blake, Solar Bear with the Solar News, and Wendy Pilot The post Native Roots Radio – June 17, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot today are Alfred Walking Bull of Walking Bull Story & Culture LLC, an Indigenous and Queer-owned business operating in the Dakota Makoce of Mni Sota at Bde Ota Oṭuŋwe, and Mark Tilsen brings attention to the Magellan Pipeline by ONEOK, which is threatening the National Pipestone Monument. The post Native Roots Radio – June 16, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot: State Sen. Mary Kunesh from Friday’s show, and Wendy Pilot The post Native Roots Radio – June 15, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio 6.12.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 48:43


    Robert is joined by State Senator Mary Kunesh Producer Miskogihmiiwan and Wendy The post Native Roots Radio 6.12.2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 52:52


    Joining Robert Pilot: Robert Lilligren, NACDI and Wendy Pilot The post Native Roots Radio – June 11, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot: Maren Hardy, Spirit Care Services and Natalie Rademacher, Minneapolis Indian Center, plus a special message from Lt. Gov Flanagan! The post Native Roots Radio – June 10, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native American Patriot Talk – Ep. 9: What Trump Represents To New York And More Broadly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 52:03


    Chase Iron Eyes discusses the importance of vision quests throughout history to many different peoples and cultures over thousands of years, Donald Trump’s appearance at the NBA Finals and what it represents to common New Yorkers, Pete Hegseth’s racist screed at a D-Day memorial in Europe, and the fascist takeover of the United States. #NativeRights… The post Native American Patriot Talk – Ep. 9: What Trump Represents To New York And More Broadly first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 52:54


    Joining Robert Pilot today are Gina Pelier, Chairwoman of Mukwa, and Isavela Lopez, a recognized spoken-word artist, dancer, and writer. The post Native Roots Radio – June 9, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 52:50


    Joining Robert Pilot: Bob Blake, Solar Bear with the Solar News and Ruth Anna Buffalo MIWRC The post Native Roots Radio – June 8, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio 6.5.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 48:52


    Robert is joined by Mary Kunesh and Gwen Leaffe Carr The post Native Roots Radio 6.5.2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 52:50


    Joining Robert Pilot today, Robert Lilligren Native American Community Development Institute – NACDI and Ruth Anna Bufflo Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center (MIWRC) President & CEO, Former North Dakota State Rep. The post Native Roots Radio – June 4, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot, Arvina Martin is a Ho-Chunk Nation citizen, community advocate, and former elected official in Madison, Wisconsin. She made history as the first Native person elected to the Madison Common Council The post Native Roots Radio – June 3, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – June 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 52:49


    Joining Robert Pilot, Mark Tilsen an Oglala Lakota Poet and Wendy Pilot The post Native Roots Radio – June 2, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

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    Native Roots Radio – June 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 52:53


    Joining Robert Pilot, Bob Blake – The Solar Bear with the solar news and sports The post Native Roots Radio – June 1, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio 5.29.2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 47:44


    Tonight Robert welcomes State Sen. Mary Kunesh and has a double sacred animals segment with Wend Pilot! The post Native Roots Radio 5.29.2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 52:48


    Joining Robert Pilot: Wendy Pilot, and Robert Lilligren of NACDI The post Native Roots Radio – May 28, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 53:39


    Joining Robert Pilot, Gwen Leaffe Carr is an Indigenous leader, strategist, speaker, and artist.Arvina Martin on today too The post Native Roots Radio – May 27, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native American Patriot Talk – Ep. 8: The Draft Surveillance State and Indigenous Spiritual Liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 52:09


    Join Chase Iron Eyes for an urgent conversation about the military draft, the war machine, and the rising surveillance state. We dive deep into the history of anti-war movements and explore how modern psychedelic festivals might be sparking a new wave of spiritual liberation. It’s time to stand up for our sacred rights and organize… The post Native American Patriot Talk – Ep. 8: The Draft Surveillance State and Indigenous Spiritual Liberation first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 52:53


    Joining Robert Pilot, MN State Rep Heather Keeler for the whole hour! The post Native Roots Radio – May 26, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 49:22


    Robert has his weekly Friday check in with State Sen. Mary Kunesh! The post Native Roots Radio – May 22, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio- May 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 48:37


    Joining Robert Pilot: Louisa Harstad (Director of Programs) and Delia Touche (Exhibits & Interpretative Programs Manager) and Robert Liligren of NACDI. The post Native Roots Radio- May 21, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 48:47


    Joining Robert Pilot for a Little Moments Count segment, Shashana Skippingday is a member of the White Earth Ojibwe Nation, and Joe Tahdooahnippah is an enrolled member of the Comanche Nation. Tune in to Turtle Island Voices Rising on May 29th, 2026. The post Native Roots Radio – May 20, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

    Native Roots Radio – May 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 48:40


    Robert Pilot is joined by Arvina Martin—a political operative, consultant, and trainer from the Ho-Chunk Nation. Plus, Wendy Pilot has our sacred animals segment! The post Native Roots Radio – May 19, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

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