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Kimberly Tootoosis resides on Poundmaker Indian Reserve in Treaty Six Territory, where she is deeply rooted in her community and culture. As a proud mother of four and the head of Red Echo Associates, Kimberly combines her academic excellence and lived experience to empower individuals and communities.Kimberly holds a Master's degree in Aboriginal Social Work from the First Nations University of Canada and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College. In addition, she has pursued specialized training in a variety of therapeutic modalities, enhancing her ability to deliver impactful and culturally relevant support.With over 30 years of professional experience, Kimberly has dedicated her career to providing counseling and therapy, as well as leading workshops and training sessions for communities across Canada. Her work reflects her passion for holistic healing, Indigenous knowledge systems, and fostering resilience in individuals and communities.Shownotes: Radicle Narrative Patreon and Links:https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Today we welcome Taiaiake Alfred—Kanien'kehá:ka author, educator, and activist known for influencing indigenous political thought. A former U.S. Marine turned scholar, Alfred founded the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic and has mentored leaders in sovereignty and resurgence for over two decades.His books Peace, Power, Righteousness, Wasáse, and It's All About the Land challenge colonial systems and call for a return to Indigenous traditions. Taiaiake is now working in Kahnawà:ke on governance, where he is focused on helping to remove his nation from the Indian Act on their terms. Tune in as we talk resurgence, resistance, and reclaiming nationhood.Shownotes:KAHNAWÀ:KE GOVERNANCE PROJECTIt's All About the Land: https://utppublishing.com/doi/book/10.3138/9781487552831

Sakej Ward , a Mi'kmaw warrior from Esgenoopetitj, Burnt Church First Nation, has dedicated his life to defending indigenous ways of life, land and peoples. In this Episode Mylan and Sakej discussed the importance of community-based approaches to crisis management, the role and function of warrior societies in indigenous communities, and the challenges of living off the land in the face of industrial society's destruction of natural resources. They also emphasized the need for decolonizing the concept of preparedness and self-reliance from a North American indigenous perspective, and the importance of practical experience and skill development in bushcraft and survival skills. They also discussed the role of traditional and indigenous knowledge systems in modern life, and the need for a comprehensive plan that includes both shelter-in-place and bug-out strategies for disaster preparednessShow Notes: https://www.facebook.com/sakej.wardhttps://www.instagram.com/sakej_ward/Email:sakej@hotmail.com

In this episode, Mylan and Rick from Decolonized Buffalo have a conversation on the presence and pressure of "the holidays" and delving into the colonial and systemic roots of Christmas and its impact on Indigenous communities. They discuss the social pressure of this season, challenges of family dynamics, commercialization of the holidays, and the stress of navigating colonizer traditions while raising children in a settler society. The conversation touches on history, family dynamics, food culture, Indigenous cuisines, and the financial burdens tied to holiday expectations. They also emphasize the importance of centering Indigenous voices in media, promoting safety during the holiday season, and fostering meaningful connections over materialism.

In this episode, Tahnee-Ahtone Harjo Growing Thunder shares her journey as an Indigenous museum curator, rooted deeply in her Indigenous identity and culture. Tahnee discusses the unique responsibility Indigenous curators carry in preserving and representing cultural artifacts and living histories. From navigating the complexities of colonial influence and pan-Indigenous identity to championing the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Tahnee highlights the critical work of reclaiming narratives and fostering cultural continuity within museum spaces. With personal anecdotes, insights on the impact of her family legacy, and the challenges of her curatorial role, Tahnee offers a compelling perspective on Indigenous storytelling, kinship, and the ongoing effort to ensure Indigenous cultures are represented authentically and respectfully.

In this episode of Radical Narrative, we sit down with Sonia Ahmad, a practicing Pakistani psychotherapist, passionate mental health advocate, and activist. Sonia views therapy as a form of art, emphasizing the importance of real human connection in the healing process. She creates a safe, peaceful space for clients to unpack difficult experiences, explore emotional patterns, and address hidden challenges, particularly those from cultural, religious, and familial dynamics. As a therapist driven by her dedication to the South Asian community, Sonia works to empower individuals from shame-based cultures, helping them address mental health without judgment. Recorded in July, this conversation delves into Sonia's journey of navigating cultural identity and colonialism, the challenges of decolonizing mental health practices, and her powerful advocacy for Palestine. Sonia and the host discuss the shared struggles of marginalized communities and the importance of solidarity in resisting settler colonialism. Packed with deep insights into healing, activism, and social justice, this episode offers listeners a meaningful exploration of how personal growth and political consciousness are interconnected. Show Notes: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/sonia-ahmad-saskatoon-sk/1131207 https://www.instagram.com/cerebralsonia/

In this episode Mylan sit and discusses building homes through a Post-Idle No More project called One House Many Nations (OHMN), who is in partner ship with Nutana Collegiate at Saskatoon where students in the city will build a home for indigenous youth living on a reserve. Alan Sukut is the educator in charge of the program and homes being built the students, check it out as we discuss the Nutana Industry and Career Education (NICE) program Show Notes: https://www.ohmn.ca/ https://www.spsd.sk.ca/school/nutana/Pages/default.aspx

Mylan sits down with Rachel Snow to discuss the importance of treaty history and nationhood in the americas, as well as the current agricultural settlements taking place in this neoliberal era and how they do not fit within an indigenous paradigm . Next Event: Beyond Cows and Plows The Big Picture: Understanding the Treaty Right to Agriculture March 21st Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Rusty Mcdonald Library 4:30-8:30pm Name of Authors: Sarah Carter: Lost Harvests Taiaike Alfred: Wasase, Peace, Power Righteousness, and Its all about the Land James Daschuk: Clearing the Plains Art Manual: Unsettling Canada, and the Reconciliation Manifesto

In this episode, I have the pleasure of conversing with Geraldine King, a remarkable Anishinaabe woman currently pursuing her PhD at McGill University. She is a poet, a devoted mother, and a dedicated scholar who actively serves on her community's chief and council. Together, we delve into profound discussions surrounding indigenous concepts of love, intimacy, and the complexities of maintaining ethical and healthy relationships while living in a western society. Join us as we explore the intersections of culture, tradition, and personal growth in navigating the intricacies of modern relationships. Show Notes: Geraldines Poems:[https://asusjournal.org/issue-5/geraldine-king-fiction/ Quill Peters Piece: https://gutsmagazine.ca/kwe-becomes-the-moon/ Geraldine King & tenille k campbell on love and relationality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfVwB7ajNic

Lema is an Afghan Woman living in the diaspora. She lives in Canada and holds an undergraduate and masters degree in Political Science. She currently works in various community and grassroots organizing capacities. Links: Rise of Woke Empire: By Marius Trotter https://www.midwesternmarx.com/articles/rise-of-woke-empire-by-marius-trotter Essequibo and Exxon Mobil: A Tail of Imperialism and Undermining of the Bolivarian Revolution By Lema Maiwand https://www.midwesternmarx.com/articles/essequibo-and-exxonmobil-a-tale-of-imperialism-and-undermining-of-the-bolivarian-revolution-by-lema-maiwand Our Link tree and Patreon; https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative

Radicle Narrative is Rebroadcasting Episode 138 of Southpaw. Here are the details, "On this episode of Southpaw, Sam is joined by activists Emma Taylor and Mylan Tootoosis for an anti-colonial discussion on de-escalation and community care. "The Cunning of the Adult Supremacist": https:// www.colbytootoosis.com/writings/adult-supremacy Radicle Narrative: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Listen to Fighter's Brew: https://www.patreon.com/posts/76751767 Sign up for Liberation Martial Arts Online: https://www.patreon.com/posts/ liberation-arts-72505630 We can't continue to produce important episodes like this one without your solidarity. There is no Southpaw network without your financial support. In return, not only do you help produce our shows but you also get access to more great content. It's mutual aid. Find our Patreon, swag, and other ways to support us at: https://www.southpawpod.com You can find Southpaw on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @SouthpawPod You can find Radicle Narrative on Instagram and Facebook: @RadicleNarrative www.RadicleNarrative.com Music by Boss of Three: https://www.facebook.com/BossofThree/

On this episode Mylan sits down with Raymond Fox Jr, from Sweet Grass Indian Reserve and grew up in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Besides being a goalkeeper for the USask Men's Soccer team, Raymond is deeply committed to his community and passionate about fostering the next generation of indigenous athletes. As he pursues his education degree at the Indian Teachers Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan, Raymond also finds time to actively promote community sport camps and program for indigenous youth. Through his involvement, he aims to inspire and mentor young indigenous athletes, empowering them to pursue their dreams in sports and beyond. Raymond's dedication to nurturing talent and encouraging a sense of belonging in the sporting world has made him a notable figuring both on and off the field. Listen in as we discuss his experiences with soccer, training regime, and his take on working with indigenous communities .

Rickylee is widely recognized for her memorable portrayal of Chardonnay in the acclaimed film "Boy," directed by the talented Taika Waititi. Her impressive acting credits also include notable roles in "Waka Warriors" a TV series that follows a crew on ocean voyaging canoes, and "This is Piki." With a solid foundation in theater, she has extensively performed and toured alongside the esteemed Hawaiki Tū Haka Theatre Company. Rickylee has also made her mark in Canada, captivating audiences with haka workshops at prominent events like the Sākihiwē Festival and Edge of the World Festival and visited various provinces and communities. In late 2018, Rickylee's passion for the creative process led her to embark on a new journey behind the scenes, leading her to join Sweetshop & Green in 2019. She wholeheartedly dedicates herself to First Nations Indigenous based projects as Development Assistant well on her way to becoming a full time producer in television and various film projects. Much of her work is of ensuring that authentic voices and identities play a vital role in preserving and safeguarding cultural heritage, as well as the cultural and indigenous representation is sound and honest. Rickylee's commitment to fostering inclusivity and genuine representation shines through her work.We discuss colonialism, acting, theatre, travel and production. This is another great episode that advocates for not only indigenous actors, but for more indigenous people and representation doing the work behind the scenes and camera. Listen where ever you get your podcasts…

Dr. Gina Starblanket, belonging to the Cree and Saulteaux tribes, is an esteemed member of the Star Blanket Cree Nation located in Treaty 4 territory. She holds the position of associate professor in the school of Indigenous governance at the University of Victoria. Dr. Starblanket's areas of expertise encompass Indigenous political orders, Indigenous-settler relationships, and Indigenous feminism. She actively engages in research related to these topics. As the principal investigator of the SSHRC-funded Prairie Relationality Network, Dr. Starblanket has contributed significantly to the field. Additionally, she has co-authored the book titled "Storying Violence: Unravelling Colonial Narratives in the Stanley Trial" (ARP: 2020) and served as a co-editor for "Visions of the Heart: Issues Involving Indigenous Peoples in Canada" (OUP: 2019). Her scholarly pursuits primarily revolve around the study of Indigenous political life, addressing subjects such as decolonization, gender, Indigenous feminism, treaty implementation, and relationality. You can find her on Twitter at @gstarblanket. Recommended Book Titles: Storying Violence Making Space for Indigenous Feminism Upholding Indigenous Economic Relationships- Shalene Jobin The Big Melt- Emily Riddle

Caitlin Erickson is a determined advocate and former student of Legacy Christian Academy, a school in Saskatchewan. She has been actively involved in fighting for improved teaching practices and accountability in qualified independent schools. Erickson, along with other former students, has taken legal action against Legacy and its parent organization, Mile Two Church, seeking justice for abuses experienced while students at the school. Despite facing threats and acts of vandalism, Erickson remains resolute in her mission to bring about positive change and support students who have experienced abuse. Her unwavering dedication to this cause has made her a strong voice in the fight against religious corruption and the protection of future generations and in doing so has experienced very real threats and vandalism. Shownotes: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/home-of-woman-private-christian-school-lawsuit-vandalized-burglarized-burned-1.6652305 https://saskatoon.ctvnews.ca/former-students-of-saskatoon-school-allege-sexual-abuse-in-25m-legal-claim-1.6022159 TikTok Account : https://www.tiktok.com/@saskcate?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Radicle Narrative Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Music by Dale Memnook available on soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jovi_xm/takingmytime

On this episode we are Sharing "Episode 131: This is for Settler Comrades to listen to" of the Decolonized Buffalo Podcast where our host Mylan was featured as a panelist. Episode Details: 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. Music: By Dale Memnook on Soundcloud The Rabbit Stomp

On this episode Mylan sits down with Rick from The Decolonized Buffalo Podcast. We discuss Marxist Theory, Decolonization and Settler Colonialism. Shownotes: Other episodes and show notes are available here, https://linktr.ee/decolonizedbuffalo If you want to join our Patreon, click the link, https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Music by: William Bird from Peguis First Nation, Treaty One Territory. (Manitoba, Canada)

Part Two of Three with Antonio Valladares On this episode we sit down with NYC-based fitness expert Antonio Valladares who has been involved with the North American fitness and health scene for decades! Antonio speaks out against problematic wellness, fitness and health approaches being touted today by influencers, grifters, and business peoples. Listen in as Antonio lays the North American historical foundations to much of the fitness and wellness approaches that now exist in mainstream western culture. Antonio is currently in nursing school and is now dedicating time to studying and writing. References: Muscular Christianity: Manhood and Sports in Protestant America 1880- 1920 by Clifford Putney The Athletic Crusade Sport and American Cultural Imperialism by Gerald R. Gems Assimilationist Athletics: Indian Boarding Schools, Sports, and the American Empire by Cameron Tardif To Show What an Indian Can Do: Sports at Native American Boarding Schools by John Bloom Anthropology Goes to the Fair: The 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition by Nancy J. Parezo, Don D. Fowler https://humanzoos.org/ Preserving the White Man's Republic: Jacksonian Democracy, Race and the Transformation of American Conservatism by Joshua A. Lynn Professionals and populists: the making of a free market for medicine in the United States, 1787–1860 by Jacob Habinek, Heather A Haveman https://academic.oup.com/ser/article/17/1/81/5306619?login=false Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice by Mark Singleton The Nationalization of the Masses: Political Symbolism and Mass Movements in Germany from the Napoleonic Wars Through the Third Reich by George Mosse Organic Farming in Nazi Germany: The Politics of Biodynamic Agriculture, 1933-1945 by Peter Staudenmaier https://www.researchgate.net/publication/275144794_Organic_Farming_in_Nazi_Germany_The_Politics_of_Biodynamic_Agriculture_1933-1945 Organic Farming and New Age Spirituality by Peter Staudenmaier: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Peter-Staudenmaier America's Deadly Flirtation with Antiscience and the Medical Freedom Movement by Peter J. Hotez https://www.jci.org/articles/view/149072

 Alana “The Alanamal” Cook is a thirty-one year-old Métis woman currently living on Kwikwetlem First Nation territory with her partner, Keanan, and a sassy corgi named Ruby. Alana is a professional Mixed Martial Arts athlete, and currently ranked as the number six women's pound for pound fighter in Canada. Not only is she a pro fighter; she is a Pro-fessor, teaching third-year Kinesiology students about Indigenous Sport and Physical Culture. Alana holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of the Fraser Valley, and a Masters in Indigenous Land-based Education from the University of Saskatchewan. Alana is also the creator and founder of Walking Like Warriors, a self-defence program for Indigenous youth and women, and a proud sponsor of the Team 700 Indigenous competitive youth boxing team. To summarize: Alana enjoys corgi sass, teaching class and kicking ass. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealanamal/ https://www.instagram.com/decolonized_buffalo/

Mika Lafond is nêhiyaw iskwêw from Muskeg Lake Cree Nation. She resides in Treaty 6 territory. She is a mother, educator and author. Mika graduated from the Indian Teachers Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan and went on to design the Kihtwam program to engage high school youth in her community. She completed a MFA and published a bilingual poetry book. Her passion in Indigenous education has led her to pursue language revitalization, nation-building, and land based education. She is currently instructing ITEP classes and is a director of the iyinisiwin Story Institute Incorporated. Shownotes: Nipê-wânîn book

Mylan sits down as a guest with Decolonized Buffalo to discuss indigenous media, The Radicle Narrative Podcast, Parenting, Language Learning and Politics. Show Notes: Decolonized Buffalo Instagram https://www.instagram.com/decolonized_buffalo/?hl=en Decolonized Buffalo Twitter https://twitter.com/DecolonizedBP Decolonized Buffalo Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcbCdJwIdDxEorSGKYaITsQ Decolonized Buffalo on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5HNK0mWbkbxoynVEKwgvVC Decolonized Buffalo on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/decolonized-buffalo/id1530454129 Radicle Narrative Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Music by: Boss of Three ( https://www.instagram.com/bossofthree_band/ )

In this episode we sit down with Comanche Language Department Director and Coordinator Dr. Kathryn Pewenofkit Bryner, who worked behind the scenes on the Comanche version of the new Predator franchise film, Prey,. We discuss the Comanche Language, Comanche Language Learning, its use in mainstream Hollywood, and the emergent popularity of Comanche Language via the Comanche language dubbed version of the film Prey, which is now streaming on Hulu and Disney Plus. Shownotes: Comanche Language Department: https://comanchenation.com/departments/comanche-nation-language-department-0 Comanche Language Department Gofund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/CLCPC?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer Radicle Narrative Patreon: www.Patreon.com/Radiclenarrative Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative

Special Episode where Mylan was a guest on Unmaking Saskatchewan, here is the episode for our Radicle Narrative Listeners. "On July 17, 2022, Colby Tootoosis was attacked and beaten by settlers as he returned a trailer to a friend. The assault, which was caught on camera and happened not far from where settler farmer Gerald Stanley shot and killed Colten Boushie in August 2016, laid bare the juxtaposition between how colonial law is applied to Indigenous people and how it is applied to settlers. Sara talks with Colby's brother, Mylan, about the assault and how it fits into the context of Indigenous-settler relations in Saskatchewan. Mylan is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Saskatchewan and can be found at the Radicle Narrative podcast: https://radiclenarrative.com/." Unmaking Saskatchewan Website: https://www.spreaker.com/user/8993462/colonial-violence-in-the-present-w-mylan APTN News Story: https://www.spreaker.com/user/8993462/colonial-violence-in-the-present-w-mylan Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RadicleNarrative

On this episode we sit down with NYC-based fitness expert Antonio Valladares who has been involved with the North American fitness and health scene for decades! Antonio speaks out against problematic wellness, fitness and health approaches being touted today by influencers, grifters, and business peoples. Listen in as Antonio lays the North American historical foundations to much of the fitness and wellness approaches that now exist mainstream. Antonio is currently in nursing school and is now dedicating time to studying and writing. This episode is brought to you by Decolonize Myself Follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decolonizemyself/ Our Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/radiclenarrative Antonio's Restorative Fitness Website: https://restorativefitness.substack.com Burn Sports Personal Training for Women: https://goo.gl/maps/xrzm61c2aLaaVV1J7 Music obtained through Soundstripe: https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/7171 Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbanantonio/

Craig Ferris is the head varsity boy's basketball coach at Wyoming Indian High School in Ethete, Wyoming. He is Northern Arapaho/Northern Chevenne. Craig played at Wyoming Indian HS winning a state championship in 1992 and graduated in 1995. He played two years of 'juco ball' at Casper College winning a NJCAA Region 9 championship in 1996. Heplayed two more years at NCAA DII Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Craig started coaching 5th/ 6th grade boys and girls in 2001 winning several conference championships. He moved to the HS Level in 2005 and in 15 years the teams have won six state championships including back to back in '09 and '10 and again in '19 and '20, two State Runner-ups, one 3rd place finish, and two 4th-place finishes.  Listen in as we talk about basketball, coaching and fatherhood. Show Notes: At Wyoming Indian High School, basketball is a family affair https://wyofile.com/at-wyoming-indian-high-school-basketball-is-a-family-affair/ NDN sports Article: https://www.ndnsports.com/coach-craig-ferris-arapaho-wyoming-indian-high-school-boys-defend-state-title/ Our Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative Radicle Narrative Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RadicleNarrative Music by Boss of Three: https://www.instagram.com/bossofthree_band/

John the Duncan is a PhD researcher from Scotland currently living in London. Their work centres on human rights, austerity and neoliberalism. He recently made a YouTube video “Left Wing White Supremacy?” that highlighted some shit takes white leftists had on indigenous nationhood and land back movements. Listen in as we talk about settler colonialism, Scotland, white supremacy and other cool stuff…..like bannock. Show Notes: Left Wing White Supremacy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZaOCR-mUm8&t=839s Two Rabbit Stolen Anarchy Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBFvxkvpi2w UK police murder: https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-europe-health-london-509e60a11e6f22222edd81dff4d247d1 John the Duncan's Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZaOCR-mUm8&t=839s |Disco Socialist trying to YouTube Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/johntheduncan| Twitter: https://twitter.com/Johntheduncan?s=09 | Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/johntheduncan Radicle Narrative Links: Website: www.radiclenarrative.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/RadicleNarrative Music: Dale Menmook https://soundcloud.com/jovi_xm/prairie-chicken-slide https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=dale%20memnook

Part Two of Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga, where he answers questions that were submitted by Radicle Narrative Listeners. Again, Much of these questions came from listeners in the US where the gun laws are drastically different than Canada. We encourage everyone to follow their local gun laws. Show Notes: Book Titles: The Reluctant Partisan Vol 1,2,3 Light Infranty Tactics: for Small Teams by Chris Larson Rapid Fire: Tactics for High Threat By Max Velocity Contact: A Tactical Manual for Post Apocalyptic Survival By Max Velocity Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga's Manual is on our Patreon Music: Kamu Enos https://soundcloud.com/kamuela-enos-761724092/tracks Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RadicleNarrative

Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga answers questions that were submitted by Radicle Narrative Listeners. Much of these questions came from listeners in the US where the gun laws are drastically different than Canada. We encourage everyone to follow their local gun laws. Music: Kamu Enos https://soundcloud.com/kamuela-enos-761724092/tracks Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RadicleNarrative

Arlana Bennett (Redsky) is Anishinaabe and a member of the Shoal Lake 40 First Nation in northwestern Ontario. She is a Ph.D. student in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta. Her research is focused on aspects of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management, and Indigenous consultation and engagement. Arlana's current areas of research and specialization include wildlife disease management, wildlife conservation, Indigenous harvesting rights, kincentric and posthumanist ecology, and historical-contemporary multi-species entanglements in the Colonialocene. Listen in as we discuss Chronic Wasting Disease, Settler colonial and the need for indigneous cenetred supports and mental health in academia.. Show Notes: Arlana Bennett Bio: https://indigenoussts.com/research-team/ Music Compliments of Kamuela Enos featured on Season Three, Episode Four! https://soundcloud.com/kamuela-enos-761724092

Mylan takes time to share his current reflections on this time of year and hold space for other Radicle Narrative listeners navigating the holidays. Stay Safe!

RG Harris is Ponca/Sac & Fox from Oklahoma. He is a world champion fancy dancer having won multiple times at Ponca Powwow which is known for hosting the Fancy Dance World Championships. Listen in as he shares story of his experience, understanding and knowledge around the dance. Note from Mylan: "I never realized how much in the north we are conditioned to gender this style of Fancy-Dancing and call it "Mens Fancy". I personally didn't realize how much I gendered this until I had to edit this. It's something I am currently working on to change for the obvious reasons highlighted in this episode" Show Notes: RG Harris at Red Earth Powwow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wimGp3pjqSI

Hello Everyone! We wanted to come and say thank you to all our listeners, it is a busy time of year, and we are currently working on some new podcasts and cool online features our listeners can utilize in the 2022 new year and say thank-you to Denny Blackstar and Boss of Three. Boss of Three is an Indigenous Band from the Treaty Six Territory. They play a wide variety of music, including Rock n' Roll and Country Music! Their music is available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, YouTube. If you want to get in touch with Boss of Three, their link tree is here in the show notes SHOWNOTES Boss of Three : LinkTree

Kamuela Enos was born and raised in Waianae, on the island of O`ahu. He received his AA from Leeward Community College, BA in Hawaiian Studies from UH Manoa, MA in Urban and Regional Planner. His masters thesis is titled "Utilizing Traditional Hawaiian Land Use Practices to Create Sustainability Paradigms for the 21st Century." He sits on the boards of numerous community based non-profits, and was recently a commissioner on President Obama's White House Initiative on Asians and Pacific Islanders. He is a llecturer at UH Manoa's Dept of Urban and Regional Planning. Currently, Kamuela Enos is the Director of the Office of Indigenous Innovation for the University of Hawaii. His work focuses on repositioning ancestral practice as contemporary innovation. Kamuela previously worked at MA`O Farms- a community run social enterprise. Show Notes:  https://www.maoorganicfarms.org News Article on Center for Indigenous Innovation: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2021/09/23/center-for-indigenous-innovation/ Email: kenos@hawaii.edu Music:  Intro by Local Indigenous Band, Boss of Three https://linktr.ee/BossofThree

Nicola Classen(They/Them) is on our Radicle Narrative team and has been with us for several months, so far they are here to stay! They have helped develop some amazing episodes with us and we are grateful for Nicola's help and support. They are up and coming educator by trade with a major in Biology and a minor in English. They are currently pursuing an Arts and Science degree with a major in Health Studies as Nicola would like to work towards curricular reform in Saskatchewan. Listen in as they discuss the problems that are apart in settler life, but often not discussed, and also their experience of becoming a new generation teacher having to navigate and deal with problematic hierarchies and white supremacy. We close off this conversation with some amazing discussion on diet and nutrition and how we need have more critical discussion on health, fit culture, and diet culture that is out there in the world. Show Notes: Nicola's Instagram Erika Hard Instagram Rachel Cargel Instagram

Terri Suntjens is the director of Indigenous Initiatives and kihêw waciston at MacEwan University. She is also the co-creator and co-host of her successful podcast 2 Crees in a Pod. She is now a PhD Student at the University Of Calgary in the Department of Social Work. She is a hunter and has a long history of being a professional target shooter since she was a child. Listen in as we talk about how she became an avid hunter and shooter, what it's like being a woman who actively fills the freezer with wild game, and what she wants young female, LGBQT, and male hunters to know. Show Notes: Contact Email: CardinalT@macewan.ca 2 Crees in a Pod

Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga is a Visayan husband, father, Communist and activist currently finishing his PhD in Counselling Psych. For the past several years he has provided free trainings related to firearms, community and self-defence and prepping to people from marginalized communities. He can be reached on twitter @Speakfaithfully

Lema Ijetmaye is an Afghan Woman living in the diaspora. She lives in Ottawa and holds an undergraduate and masters degree in Political Science. She has no plans to do a PhD.  I had the pleasure of sitting with her on Poundmaker Indian Reserve while shares her thoughts and tells her story,  this episode was recorded outside, socially distanced, while masked up. Listen in as we talk about her homelands in Afghanistan, US and NATO imperialism, and how the bigger global game also plays out within the settler state of Canada. Shownotes: Lema on Instagram Khalif Collective on Instagram. Books:

Peace Akintade is a Nigerian born story-telling creative making a home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan's Youth Poet Laureate for 2020-21 and Saskatoon's Youth Slam Champion in 2017-19, her poems touch on growing up in Kuwait, Nigeria and Canada, the impact of slavery in the village in which she lived in Africa, colourism, and relearning her culture in the face of colonization. She is invested in many cool projects such as Write Out Loud and Tonight It's Poetry community. and has many more ideas to see play out in the future. Listen in as we discuss all the amazing experiences, creativity and projects that Peace is committed to.

Philip Brass is from Peepeekisis Cree Nation in Treaty 4 Territory. Philip has much experience hunting and living on the prairie and is keenly aware of the ecological situation taking place on the prairies. A forever learner, he shares and teaches traditional land-based skills, knowledge and language with children and youth, both on reserve and throughout the Prairie Valley School Division. Listen in as we discuss hunting, rifles, and the importance of being practical and mindful while re-engaging with our traditional hunting practices. Show Notes: Philip on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philip.j.brass Indigenous Fatherhood Article https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/indigenous-fatherhood-saskatchewan-1.5153359 Treaty Land Sharing Network Article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/indigenous-treaty-land-network-rural-farm-1.6104966

Misimi Kolawole and Julia Luna are two young entrepreneurs who live in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada. They are the creators of Noble Lipgloss, an inclusive brand that is Vegan and Cruelty Free and both affordable and homemade. Listen in as we highlight these two local-home grown young entrepreneurs who started a side hobby project, figured out how to create cosmetics, and launched a business while in highschool while at the same time adhering to to their educational goals. *Social Media (Currently Going Through a Remodel): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noblelipgloss/?hl=en Website: http://noblelipgloss.com/shop// *Send direct message to purchase products that are available. Show Notes and Shoutouts: News article: https://mytoastlife.com/noble-lip-gloss-business-says-be-your-own-beauty/ Photo YXE: https://www.instagram.com/photoyxe/?hl=en Chic-Pic-Nic (Picnic Events) : https://www.chic-pic-nic.com Snack A lot Foods (Cake and Snackshop in Saskatoon): https://www.instagram.com/snackalotfoods/ HoneyCrumbleYXE (Homemade Baked Goods) : https://www.instagram.com/honeycrumbleyxe/ Slade to Date (Layed Wigs of YXE): https://www.instagram.com/slayed2datee/

A citizen of the Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma (People of the Red and Yellow Earth), April also has heritage to the Tonkawa and Wichita people. April is a mixed media installation artist, community organizer, and advocate for Indigenous Women. She is a founding member of The Humble art collective of Santa Fe, New Mexico, which worked to create accessible and diverse art environments to the community and empower emerging artists. She is a creative contributor as well as member of The Three Sister Collective of Santa Fe, New Mexico. April utilizes her art to create visibility for Native Women, and bring awareness to the issues Native Women face, such as domestic violence, and missing and murdered indigenous Women, girls, trans people, and two spirits. She is creating a body of work that illustrates the spectrum of Female Indigenous Identity. She incorporates recycled materials as a way of being environmentally considerate to the creative process, as a metaphor for how Indigenous Women are healing in learning different roles in life. Her work is a tribute to the leadership, perseverance, and power that Indigenous Women create in the world through Sisterhood, Motherhood, and community. Show Notes: April Holder's Work on TiK Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ad_holder44/video/6889435675154713861?sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6950367740046607877&is_from_webapp=v1&is_copy_url=0 T.C Canon https://www.americanindianmagazine.org/story/art-revolution-tc-cannon Institute of American Indian Arts https://iaia.edu Stephen Wall Retired and Indigenous Liberal Studies: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/pasatiempo/through-native-eyes-indigenous-liberal-studies-at-iaia/article_08778c4f-731e-5cf3-9abf-1a5e234aa1e4.html Layli Long soldier :https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Layli_Long_Soldier Three Sisters Collective: https://threesisterscollective.org Jeff Kham Obituary News Article: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/painter-taught-at-institute-of-american-indian-arts-in-santa-fe/article_8da76cb8-8f3d-11eb-9004-2fa53e067a6d.html Some of The Humble Collective Today: Cougar Vigil (HUMBLE Art Collective comes to NYC) : http://www.cougarvigil.com/blog/2018/8/1/humble-art-collective-comes-to-nyc Micah Wesley: https://www.micahwesleymodern.com Channupa: http://www.cannupahanska.com Rose B. Simpson: https://www.rosebsimpson.com/works Razelle Benally https://www.instagram.com/razellebenally/?hl=en

Diane Lam (Lam Tu Nghi) is the owner and operator of new Saskatoon fav, Diane’s Place. Serving delicious vegan and vegetarian Vietnamese food. Diane operates out of her home kitchen on weekends while working from home full time. Her food is only available through her social media pages. Listen in as we talk about Vietnamese food, anti-oppression, anti-racism, and ultimately what the heck is going on in settler families? Show Notes: Diane's Place Instagram

Ashley Callingbull has become a popular public figure across Canada and the world. She is an actress who has starred in various television series over the past decade. In June 2010, Ashley placed 2nd Runner up in the Miss Universe Canada 2010 Pageant. Ashley was chosen as Miss Canada in 2010 and represented her nation in international pageants in China, Europe and Barbados. She also received the Top 20 Under 30 Award in Canada. Ashley also received a role model award from the United Nations in October 2015 for Global Dignity Day. In 2015, Ashley won the Mrs. Universe pageant..... Listen in as we talk about Ashley’s earlier pursuits prior to acting and taking it global, how she chooses what she wants to do, social media vs personal life, and how we need to be mindful in this era of public image and social media….. Shownotes: Instagram Website Song Belleair Bluffs Mikey Geiger https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/12511 www.radiclenarrative.com

Dulce Meza is originally from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. She is starting a food fundraiser to help with dental work. Listen in as we talk about her family story, the effort going into making real-deal Mexican food in rural Saskatchewan and ultimately how to get your hands on this amazing food.  Put your pre-order in here: 639-317-4261 (You can send your order between Monday to Friday before 11pm)  Shownotes:  Original Facebook Post Dulce Meza's Instagram  Menu "We are planning on selling Mexican Food and desserts, for pre order only. For the purpose of paying for my dental implant surgery of my 4 front teeth, with this costing us over $9,000 dollars. We will start the last week of March" March 27:  Tacos de asada (marinated bbq beef). Toppings: tomato, onion, cilantro, guacamole and salsa. $15 dollars per 3 Tacos. Drink included: water (Jamaica) or soda (coca-cola). Tacos de carnitas (pork). Toppings: tomato, onion, cilantro, salsa. $15 dollars per 3 Tacos Drink included: water (Jamaica) or soda (coca-cola).  April 3rd: Tacos de birria (beef cooked with spices). Toppings: onion, cilantro, salsa.(additional broth). $15 per 3 tacos 1 medium order of Birria for $ 15 dollars or a large order for $25 dollars. (an order is a cup with the broth and the meat). Toppings: onion, cilantro and salsa. Drink included. April 10th: Chicken Tamales with salsa verde (green) Tamales with salsa Roja (red) $3 dollars per Tamal.  April 24th Pupusas made with corn flour (masa) and filled with cheese and beans or pork meat. $2 dollars each pupusa. YOU CAN ORDER DESSERTS ANY TIME. Cupcakes: vanilla, lime, chocolate or carrot. (3 dollars each cupcake) Cake slices- 3 milk, carrot or chocolate. (3 dollars each slice) Flan (3 dollars each slice) Cookie cake (25 dollars) To place an order please contact Dulce Meza Via Facebook, WhatsApp or text message 639-317-4261. Thank you so much and I will ask you to share this with your friends.

Dr. Lyle Williams has been a practicing family physician for the last ten years in Unity, Saskatchewan. Dr. Williams is passionate about primary and emergency care in the rural setting and is excited to work towards addressing the challenges in the northwest area through continuous improvement initiatives and a focus on improving the patient experience. Listen in as we talk about the life of a doctor in rural Saskatchewan, Covid-19 and what it was like bracing for the incoming global pandemic. We also talk about the importance of meeting the health care needs of indigenous peoples, owning up to the health care systems mistakes of the past, important health considerations, and why his family moved from South Africa to Botswana during the apartheid era. I thoroughly enjoyed recording this episode, so listen in….. Show Notes: Marriage of Inconvenience Book

Treaty 6ix is a small, local, & Indigenous-owned business based out of Saskatoon in Treaty Six Territory. Listen in as we discuss the origins of this brand, the messaging behind it, and what Tesler Mosquito has planned for the future of this clothing line. Shownotes: Treaty 6ix Clothing Website Treaty 6ix Clothing Instagram Family Photo wearing Treaty 6ix Tesler Mosquito Instagram Manifest Manners: Narratives on Postindian Survivance Book

Micheal Cleveland is from Humbolt, Saskatchewan. Listen in as we talk about how an act of vandalism leads to having to acknowledge some major problems that exist in Saskatchewan. Show Notes: Humboldt building owner saddened and concerned about racist graffiti The shooting of Leo LaChance: 20 years later (2011) Sculpture unveiled in memory of Leo LaChance Nazi flag flap highlights Saskatchewan’s race problem Canadian Nationalist Party leader charged with wilful promotion of hate The Invention of the White Race Paperback- Theodore W. Allen Lecture on Theodore W. Allen and The Invention of the White Race by Jeffrey B. Perry Ex-reservist Patrik Mathews and others planned violent revolution, U.S. prosecutors say Bacon's Rebellion 22-year-old Muenster man charged in connection to racist graffiti Battle of Hayes Pond: The Day Lumbees Ran the Klan Out of North Carolina Timothy Patrick Lloyd Muenster man being offered alternative measures to repay over racist graffiti in Humboldt

Peshawn Bread is a screenwriter, poet, and cinematographer from the Penatʉkʉ (sugar eater) and Yapurʉkʉ (root eater) bands of the Comanche tribe. Her writing capitalizes Indigenous women, sexuality and humorous experiences. In the winter of 2015, she was introduced and welcomed as one of Sundance Institute's Full Circle Fellows. She was a 2015-16 recipient of the 4th World-Indigenous Media Lab Fellowship supported by SIFF (Seattle International Film Festival) in partnership with Longhouse Media, Sundance Institute and ITVS. Peshawn also participated in a Screenwriter's "Designed Obstacles" workshop led by Joan Tewksbury (Thieves Like Us, Nashville). Throughout the years she has worked on many sets, including Drunktown's Finest (2014) and Mud (Hashtl'ishnii) (2017). Recently, she had the honor of receiving Sundance's Native Filmmakers Lab Fellowship where she had the opportunity to workshop her script "The Daily Life of Mistress Red" a mockumentary short film about a Native Dominatrix for hire who whips apologies out of white supremacists. The Daily life of Mistress Red is currently in post-production. Listen in as we talk about living in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Art School, Acting, Producing and Directing films, the portrayal of queer peoples and women in film, and just in general about natives making and acting in films. Show Notes:  Peshawn Bread  Instagram Write up: ‘I Was Afraid I Wouldn’t Be Accepted’: Peshawn Bread on Bringing Her Dominatrix Film to the Native Filmmakers Lab The Daily  Life if Mistress Red Website Music: Carry On My Friends  Written By Michael Thomas Geiger  Performed By Mikey Geiger Produced  By Mikey Geiger https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/11061

Hal Cameron is from amongst the Willow Cree people more formally known as the Beardy’s & Okimâsis First Nation. He has a passion for creating spaces where Nêhiyawêwin can exist in my daily life, to encourage learners to break through barriers and to promote the beauty of our indigenous languages through art. For Hal Nêhiyawêwin is more than a mode of communication. It has a profound ability to connect us to land, culture, history, ancestors, all at once and he works to will awaken this within our generation and for those to come. Listen in as we talk about the Cree language, methods of language learning, barriers in learning the language, and how travelling abroad has motivated him to learn the Cree language. Shownotes: Hal Cameron Instagram Episode Music: In A Dream Written By Matthew Wigton Performed By Matt Wigton Produced By Matt Wigton https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/10413

Jason Mercredi of Misipawistik Cree Nation has his law degree from Queens University. He chose not to write the bar examinations because he felt it would compromise his Indigenous Nationhood. He is currently working for The Summit of Treaty Five Sovereign Nations. There’s tons of crucial indigenous nationhood information in this podcast. Listen in as we talk about treaty nationhood, nation-to-nation relationships, the oral history vs written history of Treaty 1-11, and The United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Show Notes: Jason Mercredi on Facebook Episode Music: The Sound Of Summer Written By Matthew Wigton Performed By Matt Wigton Produced By Matt Wigton https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/10793 Our Website: www.radiclenarrative.com

For this episode of Radicle Narrative On The Ground, we sit down with Darian Lonechild who is a recent graduate from the University of Saskatchewan and who is now close to completing her first semester of law school during the Covid-19 pandemic.