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In this deeply empowering episode, Sandra is joined by Shawn Leonard, a heart-centered Indigenous (Mi'kmaw) Spirit Talker, Psychic Medium, and host of the hit TV show 'Spirit Talker.' Following the tragic loss of his father at age 15, Shawn experienced a profound visitation where his father stepped out of the light to assure him he was okay—and to remind Shawn of his divine purpose to bridge the physical and spiritual worlds. Today, he shares his incredible journey and the undeniable evidence that proves our loved ones never truly leave us. Listeners will discover: * The Visitation: Shawn's astonishing encounter with his father stepping out of an orb of light. * Undeniable Proof: How an unsolved mystery involving a man nicknamed "Charlie" proved to Shawn that his mediumship was real. * Spirit Totem Animals: The amazing story of the seven polar bears, and how our animal ancestors guide and protect us. * Everyday Signs: Why dimes, woodpeckers, and sudden memories are beautiful, simple ways the spirit world says 'hello.' * Creating Space: How to embrace small moments of mindfulness to hear the guidance of your own spirit guides. Shawn's Links: * Website, Tour Dates and more: https://shawn-leonard.com/ * Spirit Talker (Book): https://amzn.to/4oNOh7J * Walking with Your Spirit Totem Animals (Book): https://amzn.to/4oNOh7J* *Wisdom of the Elders (Oracle Cards) https://amzn.to/4fRo6dZ * Watch 'Spirit Talker' on APTN: https://www.aptnplus.ca/details?assetId=12418591&assetType=621&intent=info&seriesId=4176239389818067-140 CONNECT WITH SANDRA CHAMPLAIN:  Don't miss my "Shades of the Afterlife' Podcast with the BEST of all topics about the afterlife: https://omny.fm/shows/shades-of-the-afterlife * Website (Free book by joining the 'Insiders Club, Free empowering Sunday Gatherings with medium demonstration, Mediumship Classes & more): http://wedontdie.com *Patreon (Early access, PDF of over 800 episodes & more visit https://www.patreon.com/wedontdieradio Thank you for listening!!!

From your phone screen to the big screen, you might recognize our next guest from TikTok! Grandma Sherry, a TikTok-famous Indigenous grandmother from Yorkton, joins the show to talk about her new APTN show called Grandma Sherry's Kitchen, where she preserves Indigenous language and storytelling through food.

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 15, 2026, your hosts Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson start with Alberta. The new energy agreement has been signed. They think it'll help, but only to an extent, because what's happening in Jen's province isn't primarily economic. It's cultural. And a pipeline can't fix that.This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Electro-Federation Canada. Canada's clean electricity grid gives us a competitive edge in attracting global investment — but to maintain that advantage our system needs to break down barriers and unlock the grid. Aging infrastructure, supply chain constraints, and outdated regulations threaten our ability to expand and modernize the grid — essential components of meeting future capacity needs. Electro-Federation Canada has developed a research-backed roadmap for grid readiness focused on smart policy and regulatory alignment. To learn more, visit MakeTheSwitch.ElectroFed.com.Next, they talk a bizarre story where the CBC (and APTN) chose to bankroll a so-called comedy group that was trying to "satirize" prominent people from Canada's heterodox right-wing, such as Frances Widdowson and Lindsay Shepherd. Your hosts walk you through the huge number of concerns here, but focus mostly on the CBC's role. This is not a good look for the public broadcaster, and guess what? The people your hosts have spoken among CBC's journalists get that. Very much so. Why didn't their bosses see the danger?This episode of The Line Podcast is also brought to you by Dominion Dynamics. Canada has never had true sovereign awareness of our North. Vast parts of our country are a blind spot. And when you can't see your own territory, you can't defend it, secure it, or respond when threats emerge. Dominion Dynamics is changing that. Dominion Dynamics is building a sovereign command and control capability that lets Canada and its allies see, respond, and defend across every domain. Dominion is starting in the Arctic, where extreme conditions demand technology no one else can deliver.Defend the Dominion. Dominion Dynamics.Learn more at DefendTheDominion.com.To wrap, they chat briefly about a few overlapping stories that suggest that the world has started to tune Donald Trump out. Matt wonders if that's going to work out — how will Americans, particularly MAGA Americans, end up getting what they want: a world that doesn't rely on American leadership, because we've tuned them out entirely?All that, and more, in the latest episode of The Line Podcast. Happy Victoria Day! We'll talk to you next week.#TheLinePodcast#AlbertaPolitics#CanadianPolitics#CBC#DonaldTrump#CanadaEnergy#PipelinePolitics#MAGA#MediaCriticism#CanadaUSRelations

On this episode of Face to Face: Kairyn Potts and Scott Wabano On this episode of Face to Face hosted by Tiar Wheatle, the hosts of the new dating show REZervations for Two talk about how they aim to change the perception of Indigenous dating and show the love that other media displays as toxic stereotypes. Besties Kairyn Potts and Scott Wabano co-host what they say is a dating show long overdue. REZervations for Two airs on APTN in June, but see the co-hosts first on Face to face and their podcast The Real Rank Podcast. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens marks a major milestone for APTN's interview series Face to Face. The show is celebrating its 300th episode after more than a decade of in-depth conversations with First Nations, Métis and Inuit changemakers. Since taking over as host in 2017, Dennis Ward has brought Face to Face to communities across Turtle Island, including early interviews on the ground at Standing Rock, while continuing to expand the show's reach with in-studio performances and French-language episodes. Dennis Ward joins the show to reflect on some of his favourite moments and what the future holds for the series. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

Post production is all about collaboration! Join a talented panel of editors, sound designers, and composers as they reveal the behind-the-scenes magic that brings films to life. From the precision of sound design to the emotion of the score, learn how every element comes together to create unforgettable cinematic experiences. Hear from editors Charlene Rule and Hans Olsen, composer John McMillan and sound designer Johnny Blerot and see how teamwork transforms great ideas into compelling stories on the screen! This panel was moderated by Sarah Taylor, CCE Panelists: Charlene Rule - Editor Charlene Rule has edited a diverse portfolio spanning museum installations, unscripted shows, music videos, and award-winning documentaries. Her first documentary, FRAMES premiered at Tribeca and also showed at the Museum of Modern Art, New York. Recent work includes FOUR STRINGS GOOD, the documentary commemorating the British sessions bassist Mo Foster, which has just premiered at the DocNRoll festival in London. She has also contributed to notable projects like THE ALZHEIMER'S PROJECT, SAME SEX AMERICA, and LEVI: BECOMING HIMSELF. Charlene's work has appeared on networks including A&E, AMI, CBC, Discovery+, FoxSports1, HBO, Max, Showtime, Sundance Channel, and VICE. Hans Olsen - Editor Hans Olson is an editor with a passion for observational storytelling. He has worked on three films directed by Tasha Hubbard – SINGING BACK THE BUFFALO, NÎPAWISTAMÂSOWIN: WE WILL STAND UP and BIRTH OF A FAMILY. His documentary editing credits also include SIKSIKAKOWAN: THE BLACKFOOT MAN, ARAB WOMEN SAY WHAT?! and KÍMMAPIIYIPITSSINI: THE MEANING OF EMPATHY. Hans studied screenwriting at Langara College and is an alumnus of the Canadian Film Centre (Directors' Lab) and Berlinale Talents. He has volunteered with the Nordlys Film & Arts Festival since its inception in 2010. John McMillan - Composer John McMillan is an award-winning composer, producer, and educator. He is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Westminster in London, UK, and is currently serving as Head of Songwriting with the Department of Music at MacEwan University in Edmonton. From an early age, John has been interested in the art of storytelling through film. This fascination, coupled with a love of music composition, songwriting, music technology and recording, has led to his career in music for visual media. Select screen credits include SINGING BACK THE BUFFALO, CRACKED: THE PERPLEXING WORLD OF EGG DONATION, THE GOOD VIRUS, WOCHIIGII LO: END OF THE PEACE, BLIND AMBITION: THE WOP MAY STORY, IRONMAN III and ASSASSIN'S CREED BLACK FLAG. John is most passionate about his musical contributions to the Canadian documentary film industry. Johnny Blerot - Sound Designer Johnny began his sound recording education at the age of 16 and has been working with audio professionally for more than 35 years. With a diploma in Music and Recording Arts from MacEwan University, he is both a musician and audio engineer, with the unique ability to receive the world through sound. The recipient of thirteen Alberta Motion Picture Industry Awards, two Canadian Screen Award Nominations, his position as a premiere audio authority is well established. There is no project Johnny is not equipped to tackle. He has a strong understanding of the technical and creative elements involved in audio production, and he has the skill to balance both. Sarah Taylor, CCE (Moderator) A multi-award-winning editor with over twenty years of experience, Sarah has helped shape countless narratives that have been seen around the world. She has cut a wide range of documentaries, television programs, shorts, and feature films which have been screened at festivals including Tribeca, TIFF, and Sundance, and broadcast on networks like CBC, BBC, PBS, APTN, and AMI. Sarah's most recent work includes the feature length documentary The Lebanese Burger Mafia which premiered at HOT DOCS in 2023 and the feature film Hey Viktor! which premiered at Tribeca in 2023. Sarah has seamlessly transitioned into the world of podcasting and also hosts and edits interview-based shows such as BRAAAINS and THE EDITOR'S CUT, adding another dimension to her multifaceted storytelling expertise.

This week's Face to Face marks a special occasion as it marks the 300th episode of the show over the last 12 years. From former host Michael Hutchinson to our very own Dennis Ward and a few guest hosts in between, we highlight just a few moments to look back on. Face to Face has featured 300 hardworking First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across a wide range of entertainment, sports, advocates and politicians. Including the late Joye Braun, one of the few to be on the show twice. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

After 35 years of journalism, retirement hasn't come easy to award winning reporter Kathleen Martens. She still receives calls from people asking her to write stories. On this week's episode of Face to Face, she talks with Dennis Ward about retirement, journalism and how the APTN newsroom differs from others she worked at during her career. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

With the Brief's brief break wrapping up, our final highlight from other APTN News podcasts shares an extended excerpt from Our Relatives: Life on the Streets, a six-episode series offering a unique take on who is homeless and why—as told by those living it every day. And in the episode "Unsafe," host Kathleen Martens explores why some Indigenous women choose to stay away from Winnipeg homeless shelters. Warning: portions of this episode discuss disturbing subject matter

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens takes listeners inside a weekly APTN broadcast and the team bringing stories to French-speaking audiences across the country. APTN Nouvelles nationales Host Kim Sullivan shares the vision behind creating space for Indigenous stories in French and why language matters. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/  

With the Brief off this week, we showcase other podcasts in the APTN News line-up. And in this excerpt from InFocus—expert interviews and meaningful conversations about stories and issues affecting Indigenous peoples—host Cierra Bettens speaks with photojournalist Amber Bracken about her arrest during an RCMP raid, and what it signifies about press freedom in Canada.

As the Brief's break continues, we feature another podcast in the APTN News line-up—Nation to Nation, a weekly look at the politics affecting Indigenous peoples in Canada, connecting you with the decision-makers in Ottawa and across the country. In this excerpt, political journalists rate and discuss Mark Carney's first year as the Liberal prime minister. Extro music: 'Pay It Forward' by 1000 Handz (CC BY)  

With the Brief taking a short break from all-new episodes, we instead feature other podcasts in the APTN News line-up. Today, it's our 'Truth & Politics' panel, our regular expert breakdown of what's making headlines. In this excerpt, a discussion of Manitoba's sudden pause on what would have been Canada's first Indigenous-led supervised consumption site. Extro music:  'Pay It Forward' by 1000 Handz (CC BY) 

This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Monika Ille, CEO of APTN (Aboriginal Peoples Television Network), the world’s first national Indigenous broadcaster. Monika shares how APTN operates as a non-profit media organization, how it is adapting to reach younger audiences through digital platforms like TikTok and streaming services, and how the organization curates content to ensure authentic and impactful Indigenous storytelling.

Every winter, the Canadian Armed Forces runs Operation Nanook-Nunalivut, a military training exercise focused on Arctic defence. This year's operation was the largest to date. Up to 1,300 members were deployed across Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, alongside allies from the United States, Belgium, France and Denmark. The exercise has been running for nearly 20 years. But with rising geopolitical tensions, it is taking on new meaning. APTN video journalist Charlotte Morrit-Jacobs travelled to the training camp in Edzo, about 100 kilometres west of Yellowknife, for a two-part report from the ground. On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens speaks with Morrit-Jacobs about what she saw at Operation Nanook and how the Canadian Armed Forces are preparing for the North. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

APTN's reporter in Iqaluit says U.S. President Donald Trump's continued threats to annex Greenland is having a direct effect on the people of Nunavut. Aside from proximity, Greenland and Nunavut are both northern and remote territories that have small populations, the majority of which are Inuit. Both are also of high interest to both Western and Eastern superpowers because of their locations in terms of strategic global defense. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens honours the life and legacy of Dan David, the father of APTN. David, a Mohawk journalist, spent 45 years transforming how Indigenous stories are told in Canada and around the world. From reporting for CBC and producing for TVOntario and VISION TV, to rebuilding newsrooms in South Africa, his work set the foundation for Indigenous journalism. In 2000, he co-launched InVision News, now APTN National News. On January 12, David passed into the spirit world at the age of 73 after living with cancer. To reflect on his life and impact, Cierra is joined by two of his close friends and former colleagues: APTN producer Bruce Spence and Nation-to-Nation host and senior online reporter Karyn Pugliese. Together, they share his vision for Indigenous media and the mark he leaves behind. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

On this episode of Face to Face: Ross 'Memphis' Pambrun One of the hardest things about growing up as a self-described "army brat" is having to start over with new friends in a new community says Ross 'Memphis' Pambrun. Pambrun is quick to tell people "he's living his best life" and when people ask him how they too can live their best life, he tells them that's for you to discover. The Métis business leader is a musician, decorated fire captain, podcaster, sought-after speaker and one of the hosts of the television series Red River Gold, which airs on APTN. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

APTN's true crime documentary series Taken is back after a seven-year hiatus. The series first put a national spotlight on the case of Tanya Nepinak, a 31-year-old mother who went missing in Winnipeg in 2011. Nearly a decade after Taken aired her story, Manitoba announced plans to search the Brady landfill for her remains, renewing calls for justice from her family. On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens looks at the legacy of Taken and its impact on cases involving Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people. She is joined by Dinae Robinson, head of content at Eagle Vision and an executive producer of Taken, for a preview of the newly launched fifth season. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

Wayne Charles Baker is an Indigenous Canadian actor from the Squamish Nation, celebrated for his powerful and authentic portrayals of First Nations stories on screen. Since the early 2000s, Wayne has built a distinguished career in film and television, bringing depth, strength, and cultural resonance to every role he takes on.  He stars in the upcoming feature film Capitaine, which will be released in Canada on January 16, 2026. He just wrapped a supporting role as Bob in the feature Villeneuve. Baker appears as recurring guest Gary Martin, alongside Henry Czerny, on Bon Cop Bad Cop, a Crave Original bilingual series featuring dialogue in both English and French, which will premiere in 2026. Wayne also appears in HBO's Stephen King's IT: Welcome to Derry as Chief John.   In the feature film Capitaine, Baker stars as Capitaine, a former gunner in the Canadian Navy and now an offshore fisherman, who hopes his daughter Mia will take over his business.   Wayne's filmography spans acclaimed productions such as Indian Horse, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, The Canyonlands, and Autumn and the Black Jaguar. On television, his standout performances include roles in Blackstone (as Chief Joe), NCIS, Arctic Air, Murdoch Mysteries, Supernatural, Unité 9, and Da Vinci's City Hall. Beyond acting, Baker is the host of Closer to Home on APTN, where he continues his mission to share stories that bridge cultures and celebrate Indigenous identity.       Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens is joined by Karyn Pugliese, APTN's senior online reporter and host of Nation to Nation, and Dennis Ward, host of APTN National News and Face to Face, for a year in review. We break down the biggest stories of the year, from Justin Trudeau's resignation and the evolving Liberal government under Prime Minister Mark Carney to the appointment of Canada's first Indigenous minister of Indigenous Services and the debate around Bill S-2. We also look at Jordan's Principle, tensions within Indigenous organizations and what reporters will be watching closely in the year ahead. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens looks at the state of child welfare in Nunavut and why advocates say the territory is falling behind.  Child and youth representative Jane Bates has been raising the alarm for years. In her latest report she says the territory is making little progress in the areas most critical to keeping young people safe. She joins us to talk about what has to change and why she says Nunavut needs action not explanation. We also hear from the minister of Family Services on how she plans to address the concerns raised by Bates and the auditor general.  Before that, APTN's Justin Hardy checks in from Iqaluit with a look at the new legislature and the work ahead for Premier John Main and his cabinet. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

In a special edition of APTN Investigates Retrospectives, recently-retired APTN reporter Kathleen Martens looks back at her groundbreaking series on the Independent Assessment Process (IAP). Martens spoke with many residential school survivors who felt that they were once again being taken advantage of – and sought accountability at the highest levels of Canadian bureaucracy. Complaints lead to IAP investigation - Originally aired Nov 28, 2011: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctuCKRSn_vE IAP Follow-Up - Originally aired March 9, 2012: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qe5LqOCccqQ Abuse of Process - Originally aired April 19, 2013: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJk0zcTuKpE • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

On this episode of Face to Face: Leena Minifie Gitxaala producer and filmmaker Leena Minifie has heard many horror stories of the discrimination Indigenous Peoples face during her more than 20 years as a journalist, film and television producer. However, even she was taken aback by some of the things she heard while working on The Good Canadian. Minifie co-directed the feature length documentary with Academy Award nominated director David Paperny. The film is described in the APTN press release as “part investigation, part real-life horror story, part national reckoning.” • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts: https://www.aptnnews.ca/podcasts/

Spirit Switchboard Episode #127 Sept. 26th, 2025 Ghost Hunters of the Grand Guest: S.N.I.P.E Something stirs in the old walls.. footsteps echo in corridors long abandoned.. This week on Spirit Switchboard, we welcome back S.N.I.P.E - Six Nations Investigating Paranormal Encounters - the team from Ghost Hunters of the Grand River. They cross the threshold into haunted locations..into places where shadows whisper secrets and spirits refuse to stay silent. What lies beyond what we see? Guest Bio: Six Nations Investigating Paranormal Encounters (SNIPE) synthesizes Haudensaunee epistemology with the study of paranormal phenomena, leveraging a rich cultural heritage to explore historical accounts and anomalous events. Parapsychology is not just an interest—it's deeply encoded in their ancestral blood memory. SNIPE was established in 2013 in Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario by Founder Todd Thomas Sr., when he invited friends and family to investigate local spots rumoured to be haunted. Their straightforward approach to ghost hunting set them apart, ultimately leading to the creation of their own television series, “Ghost Hunters of the Grand River”, which airs on APTN, APTN Lumi, and Apple TV. As they step into filming their fourth season this fall, viewers can anticipate the release of their third season in January 2025. Guest Links: Website: http://www.https://snipehq.ca/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/SNIPEHQ Email:info@snipehq.ca Host links: http://www.kerrilynnshellhorn.com https://linktr.ee/kerrilynn.shellhorn Message from Kerrilynn: I want to hear from you! I want to hear about your ghost stories, paranormal adventures and occurrences. I would also love your show suggestions to cover in the future. Email me at kerrilynn.shellhorn@gmail.com. If you enjoy the content on the channel please like, subscribe and share. My deepest gratitude to you all! A formal disclaimer: The opinions and information presented or expressed by guests on Spirit Switchboard are not necessarily those of the Host or the United Public Radio Network/UFO Paranormal Radio Network and its producers. As always Spirit Switchboard strives to hold space for open, respectful dialogue with show guests and listeners.

Welcome to Monsters on the Edge, a show exploring creatures at the edge of our reality in forests, cities, skies, and waters. We examine these creatures and talk to the researchers studying them.Joining us on this week's show:Since Thomas Shay's first encounter in 1987, he has devoted his free time and resources to the study of the creature known as Bigfoot or Sasquatch. As a result, he currently possesses the largest collection of original Bigfoot castings east of the Mississippi river; including hair that meets Dr. Fahrenbach's gold standard.In his early years Thomas researched in Washington State, Illinois, and Ohio. He has assembled a team of researchers with varying skills, knowledge and perspectives. He has appeared on Finding Bigfoot season 5 Episode 1; APTN red earth Uncovered season 2, episode 3. In addition he has been a guest speaker on multiple podcasts and news programs over the years.Now retired, Thomas spends his time researching and sharing his knowledge with the Bigfoot community. He lives in Trimble County Kentucky along with his wife and son.Northern Kentucky Bigfoot Research Group Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/488381544566776Click that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones each Monday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have ten different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORKTo find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ

Today, I'm joined by Metis filmmaker Neil and rider Jay as talk about season 2 of Horse Warriors airing on September 4 on APTN!If you'd like to act or donate to this podcast:https://linktr.ee/nativecalgarian ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join us as we return with Professor Susan (Sue) Chiblow, one of our most beloved guests whose wisdom bridges Indigenous science with academic research. As an Ojibwe professor and International Joint Commission commissioner, Sue reveals the right way to learn from Indigenous knowledge—without appropriation or harm. Discover how to respectfully access traditional wisdom, trace your own ancestral stories, and apply Indigenous practices to solve environmental problems in your own community. What You'll Experience: Sue's groundbreaking work fighting harmful herbicides like glyphosate in Canadian forests

In a compelling panel discussion, Falen Johnson sits down with Karyn Pugliese (CBC, APTN, Canadaland), January Rogers (2 Ro Media, Ojistoh Publishing), and Kairyn Potts and Scott Wabano (The Real Rank Podcast) to talk about the ever shifting landscape of podcasting. How do Indigenous creators stand out, develop audiences while maintaining an authentic voice? What does sovereignty look like in a digital and audio space?

A long time CBC Radio stalwart has left the ranks of the Nahanni Fontaine fan club and has called for the NDP Government House Leader to resign her portfolio as Minister for Accessibility. Episode 32 has the details of Kim Wheeler's very personal analysis of Fontaine's twisted apology to the Deaf and hard of hearing community. Part 1- A recap of our most recent columns in the Winnipeg Sun: RBC abandons West End customers https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-rbc-abandons-west-end-customersSt. Boniface Church threatened by bike lane getsunlikely champion (check the postscript below for late-breaking news about it)https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-st-boniface-church-threatened-by-bike-lane-gets-unlikely-champion8.10 Part 2- Even before she entered politics, Nahanni Fontaine expressed prejudice towards white people and made excuses for aboriginal gang culture. As an NDP government advisor she demeaned domestic violence shelter supporters, and even after election to the Legislature, Fontaine concealed her name change for years until we uncovered it. Now she's exposed her nasty disposition after insulting an interpreter translating her speech to indigenous graduates, for daring to be in her line of sight.We set the scene of a government organized ceremony to celebrate the academic achievement of her indigenous 'sisters', and how APTN bravely told the public about Fontaine's post-speech tantrum about being "thrown off" because "the woman shouldn't have been on the stage."Hear the experience of a parent at the event who saw that the interpreter was removed after Fontaine's tirade: "When you disrespect the interpreter, you disrespect the Deaf community."After the APTN broadcast, the St. John's MLA gave an apology made up of word salad and BS. You'll hear how this isn't the first time Fontaine has claimed objectionable comments she was party to were somehow "private".18.00 Free Press columnist Dan Lett tried to help the embattled Fontaine off the hook, claiming demands for her to quit were coming only from the opposition PCs. Portraying her Families Minister portfolio in Wab Kinew's government as minor and her stint as being "low-key", Lett ignored her self-promoting TikTok branding and her ongoing support for Hamas and anti-Zionist canards. Lett called her remarks "ill-advised." But as Kim Wheeler pointed out, there was no advice involved. This was Fontaine, being herself. "The other side is calling the minister to account. And they should. It was behaviour unbecoming an MLA and the Minister Responsible for Accessibility. It is ableist. And if she is comfortable saying this at a public event, what does she say behind closed doors?"As the mother of a Deaf daughter, and friends with a similar family at the ceremony, Wheeler posted that "Nahanni Fontaine must be held to account. She should resign her portfolio as Minister Responsible for Accessibility."In front of the most favourable hometown crowd possible, Nahanni Fontaine couldn't keep her ego in check. We have all the details, with some additional insight. We know what Wade Williams would say.32.15 Part 3 - The Season Six campaign is closing in on $2000, as we drive towards the $10k target.Marty tells how you can contribute towards making sure the costs of being Your Voice are met so we can continue holding City Hall, the Manitoba NDP government, bureaucracies and institutions - and the local media - accountable to you, your family and your community.For more details or to send an E-Transfer- email martygoldlive@gmail.com*****Post production Postscript- Not so fast, Bike Lobby.We learned that St. Boniface Councillor Matt Allard has sent a letter to the Public Works committee asking for the 'Moving on Marion' project to be put on hold until he has a chance to ensure the Norwood Grove Biz, the Church at 380 Marion, and the area residents can have a proper say in the plan. WE GET RESULTS!

Welcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2024 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. Presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council, these awards celebrate artistic excellence across Mi'kma'ki. This would not be possible without the fantastic production work of Heist and Keke Beatz. On this episode I spoke with 2024 Indigenous Artist recognition Award recipient, Stephanie Joline, an Indigenous filmmaker based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is Stephanie's second time on the show so it was great to catch up with her and get vulnerable about feeling like an outsider and deserving of awards. Equally adept at film and television, Stephanie's stories provoke conversation, break boundaries, and are deeply rooted in inclusivity and feminism. Her feature films include Night Blooms (2022), a coming-of-age story set in the 1990s, and Play Your Gender (2016), a documentary that pulls back the curtain on gender bias in the music industry. Stephanie has also directed for television and streaming platforms; (Women of This Land 2024, CBC; Words Matter 2022, CBC Gem; Stream Me 2020, Amazon Prime; Farm Crime 2020, CBC Gem; Spirit Talker 2019, APTN). In 2020, she was awarded the Irving Avrich Award from TIFF, recognizing rising Canadian talent. The following year, she was long-listed for the DGC Discovery Award, and in 2022, she received Best Nova Scotia Director from Women in Film and TV Atlantic and won her first Canadian Screen Award for directing in the factual television category. Stephanie's newest releases include I Place You Into the Fire, which weaves together documentary and animation as Mi'kmaw poet Rebecca Thomas illuminates the ongoing impact of colonization and shares insight into her world as an Indigenous artist. Brought to life by three Indigenous illustrators, the film offers a poignant exploration of empathy and justice. And Women of This Land, a documentary series that spotlights the resilience and cultural richness of Indigenous women in Atlantic Canada as they share their stories of connection to land and heritage.

Sean Mott, aka MetalCoreNerds of Agents of Fandom, joins AMPLIFY creator Shane Belcourt to discuss the all-new season premiering on APTN! AMPLIFY Season 3 features a plethora of incredibly talented Indigenous musicians throughout Canada, including Shane Ghostkeeper and Tia Wood!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agents-of-fandom--5479222/support.

Produced by Shane Belcourt, the return of AMPLIFY is worth singing about. Now in its third season, AMPLIFY brings Indiginous musicians back to their hometown and invites them to collaborate with local performers to create something new and special. Every episode takes a deep dive into the creative processes of these artists and their strong connections to their Indigenous communities. Through their music, their cultures are amplified. In this 1on1, we speak to Belcourt about amplifying culture through their music and the power of language.Amplify airs on Tuesday nights @ 9:30pm on APTN.

In this episode of The Main Ingredient, Kevin and Stephanie visit Promenade Brasserie located at 130 Provence Boulevard. They speak with Jay , the owner, who shares his culinary journey from humble beginnings in Manitoba to owning this iconic restaurant. Jay describes the incredible dishes on their menu, including the delectable French toast, burrata, and elk parpadelli, all while emphasizing the importance of creating a welcoming and community-focused dining experience. Listen in as they discuss the intricacies of restaurant management, the collaborative efforts in menu development, and Jay's upcoming feature on APTN's show 'Mitchif Country.' Enjoy a captivating conversation filled with food insights, industry knowledge, and Jay's passion for delivering high-quality, memorable dining experiences.

Host Sarah Burke and journalist Karen S. Pugliese sit down in Chicago's Midway airport to test out some new mini mics and discuss the state of media, journalism & podcasting after attending the Podcast Movement Evolutions conference and speaking on a panel about opportunities in Canadian podcasting. Karyn shares her journey in journalism, highlighting her experiences in both broadcasting and podcasting. She speaks about her early work on the podcast, The Disappearance of Natasha Lynn Star, which garnered significant attention. They also discuss the challenges faced by women in media, including the impact of Rachel Gilmore's experience having an election fact-checking segment dropped due to "bandwidth." Karen emphasizes the need for media to support journalists and hold mainstream media accountable. More about Karyn S. Pugliese: Karyn Pugliese, also known as Pabàmàdiz— has worked as an investigative journalist, media executive, and press freedom advocate. Her 20-year career includes roles at Canada's National Observer (CNO), managing editor of CBC's Investigative Unit, and five years as a visiting professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. But she's probably best known for her time on Parliament Hill and her seven-year tenure as Executive Director of News and Current Affairs at APTN, where she oversaw the network's news division. She launched her first series of podcasts at APTN, and oversaw production of the award-winning podcast The Salmon People at CNO. Her own series, canadaLANDBACK, was nominated twice for Digital publishing awards, and she contributed to the award-winning series The Pretendians in her recent role as the editor-in-chief at a Canadian podcasting network. She is currently a co-host of the Podcast Auntie Up! Karyn's work has been celebrated with honours like the Hyman Solomon Award for Public Policy Journalism, the Canadian Screen Awards, and the Canadian Association of Journalism Awards. She's also a Martin Wise Goodman Canadian Nieman Fellow from Harvard University. Listen: https://www.aptnnews.ca/the-disappearance-of-natasha-lynn-starr/ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/auntie-up/id1592723511 https://www.nationalobserver.com/podcast/salmon-people Follow Karyn on Substack: https://karynpugliese.substack.com/p/we-need-to-talk-about-rachel Women in Media Listeners get 41% off at Cozy Earth! https://cozyearth.com/discount/WOMENINMEDIA Women in Media Listeners Get 15% off at Stand! https://www.standshoes.com/discount/WOMENINMEDIA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Ostola speaks with David A. Borys about his book, Punching Above Our Weight: The Canadian Military at War Since 1867. Punching Above Our Weight offers a comprehensive history of the Canadian military, covering 150 years of evolution from a small, poorly equipped militia to a modern, effective force. It highlights key events such as the Red River Resistance, the Boer War, both World Wars, and peacekeeping missions, including the long Afghan conflict. Borys examines crucial battles like Amiens and Operation Medusa, and important figures such as Louis Riel and Arthur Currie. The book also delves into significant moments, including Canada's declaration of war and the 1990s peacekeeping crises. It addresses challenges faced by the military, such as resource struggles, cultural shifts, and scandals, while offering a fresh perspective on Canada's role in international conflicts. David A. Borys is a Canadian military historian and faculty member at Langara College in Vancouver. He has been seen on such history programs as APTN's Nations at War and National Geographic's Hitler's Last Stand, and is the host of the popular history podcast Curious Canadian History. He lives in Vancouver. Image Credit: Dundurn Press If you like our work, please consider supporting it: bit.ly/support_WTY. Your support contributes to the Champlain Society's mission of opening new windows to directly explore and experience Canada's past.

Paul Barnsley was inspired by the Watergate hearings as a teen. Now, nearly 40 years into his journalism career, he leads APTN Investigates, uncovering stories others try to hide. On this episode of Face to Face, Barnsley shares the highs and heartbreaks — from the night Dudley George was killed to the Bruce Carson investigation that made national headlines. He reflects on lessons learned, the people who shaped him and why trust and compassion matter in investigative reporting.

In the new APTN series One Dish One Spoon with chef Tawnya Brant (Mohawk), viewers follow her and her sister Dakota to local kitchens, farms, and waterways to expose the traditional foodways of the Six Nations. Zach Ducheneaux (Cheyenne River Sioux) leaves his post this month as the administrator of the USDA's Farm Service Agency where he helped direct some of the federal government's key agriculture and faming programs and policies. The work of Mariah Gladstone (Cherokee and Blackfeet) teaching people about Indigenous food and cooking leads her to publish an Indigenous foods cookbook for kids, Mountains to Oceans: Kids' Recipes from Native Land. That's all on The Menu, our regular feature on Indigenous food sovereignty hosted by Andi Murphy.

The first-ever Indigenous underwater documentary series is airing now on APTN. Created by Len Morissette, the 13-part series explores the impact of human activity on fragile aquatic life and ecosystems. In this episode of Face to Face, Morissette shares his hopes for the series.

Welcome my friends, to Paranormal Heart Podcast!  On this segment, my special guest is Ron the Cryptoguru Murphy. Ron helps me to celebrate 7th year of podcasting. Ron also discusses a topic I haven't covered before, Thunderbirds. Ron Murphy has been investigating the stuff of nightmares for over 30 years. He has investigated the things that go bump in the night and meticulously researched the historical and psychological context of myths and legends from around the world. Mr. Murphy seeks to uncover the archetypal precedent for the monsters that haunt our collective thoughts. Ron has appeared on Red Earth Uncovered for the APTN in Canada. In the US, he has been featured on True Terror with Robert Englund on the Travel Channel and on Monster Files on the Discovery channel, appearing as an expert on Thunderbird mythology.Amazon:www.amazon.com/stores/Ronald-L-Murphy-Jr./author/B0721VR4HZ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueFacebook:www.facebook.com/ronald.murphy.96

The Paranormal Heart Podcast welcomes Ron Murphy- The Cryptoguru Date: November 26th, 2024 Segment: 009 Topic: Ron will be discussing Thunderbirds About Ron: Ron Murphy has been investigating the stuff of nightmares for over 30 years. He has investigated the things that go bump in the night and meticulously researched the historical and psychological context of myths and legends from around the world. Mr. Murphy seeks to uncover the archetypal precedent for the monsters that haunt our collective thoughts. Ron has appeared on Red Earth Uncovered for the APTN in Canada. In the US, he has been featured on the entire season of True Terror with Robert Englund on the Travel Channel and on Monster Files on the Discovery channel, appearing as an expert on Thunderbird mythology. Amazon: www.amazon.com/stores/Ronald-L-Murphy-Jr./author/B0721VR4HZ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Ron Link: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ronald.murphy.96 Kat's info: linktr.ee/paranormalheart?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZOJlGMkmSpdo0UFORCnY6KQ1gFGMilZevQ82o-jS1tnfPjjcXNkrJkaxA_aem_9GdU1W_tdBH3f8Sf3dpExA

Welcome my friends, to Paranormal Heart Podcast! On this segment, my special guest is Ron the Cryptoguru Murphy. Ron helps me to celebrate 7th of podcasting. Ron also discusses a topic I haven't covered before, Thunderbirds.  Ron Murphy has been investigating the stuff of nightmares for over 30 years. He has investigated the things that go bump in the night and meticulously researched the historical and psychological context of myths and legends from around the world. Mr. Murphy seeks to uncover the archetypal precedent for the monsters that haunt our collective thoughts. Ron has appeared on Red Earth Uncovered for the APTN in Canada. In the US, he has been featured on the entire season of True Terror with Robert Englund on the Travel Channel and on Monster Files on the Discovery channel, appearing as an expert on Thunderbird mythology. Amazon: www.amazon.com/stores/Ronald-L-Murphy-Jr./author/B0721VR4HZ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Facebook: www.facebook.com/ronald.murphy.96   Kat's info: linktr.ee/paranormalheart?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZOJlGMkmSpdo0UFORCnY6KQ1gFGMilZevQ82o-jS1tnfPjjcXNkrJkaxA_aem_9GdU1W_tdBH3f8Sf3dpExA    

Spirit Switchboard Episode #81 Nov. 8th, 2024 Topic: Ghost Investigations & Paranormal Stories Guest: S.N.I.P.E This week Spirit Switchboard welcomes S.N.I.P.E. Please join us in the chat as the team shares their thoughts, theories and experiences with the paranormal and unexplainable. Guest Bio: Six Nations Investigating Paranormal Encounters (SNIPE) synthesizes Haudensaunee epistemology with the study of paranormal phenomena, leveraging a rich cultural heritage to explore historical accounts and anomalous events. Parapsychology is not just an interest—it's deeply encoded in their ancestral blood memory. SNIPE was established in 2013 in Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario by Founder Todd Thomas Sr., when he invited friends and family to investigate local spots rumoured to be haunted. Their straightforward approach to ghost hunting set them apart, ultimately leading to the creation of their own television series, “Ghost Hunters of the Grand River”, which airs on APTN, APTN Lumi, and Apple TV. As they step into filming their fourth season this fall, viewers can anticipate the release of their third season in January 2025. Guest Links: Website: http://www.https://snipehq.ca/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/SNIPEHQ Email:info@snipehq.ca Message from Kerrilynn: I want to hear from you! I want to hear about your ghost stories, paranormal adventures and occurrences. I would also love your show suggestions to cover in the future. Email me at kerrilynn.shellhorn@gmail.com. If you enjoy the content on the channel please live, subscribe and share. My deepest gratitude to you all! A formal disclaimer: The opinions and information presented or expressed by guests on Spirit Switchboard are not necessarily those of the Host or the United Public Radio Network/UFO Paranormal Radio Network and its producers. As always Spirit Switchboard strives to hold space for open, respectful dialogue with show guests and listeners. Host links: http://www.kerrilynnshellhorn.com https://www.instagram.com/theoriginalkerrilynnshellhorn.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kerrilynn.shellhorn https://www.youtube.com/@kerrilynn-SpiritSwitchboard/streams

Trina Roache is a member of Glooscap First Nation. She was a reporter with APTN for many years, and now teaches journalism at the University of King's College. She speaks with Jeff Douglas on the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.

Federal prosecutors have attempted to tie Indigenous political prisoner Leonard Peltier to the murder of fellow AIM activist, Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash. It is a frequent allegation that has relied on weak evidence and the charges of paid federal informants. In this episode, TRN Podcast co-host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) looks at several sources of information from key Indigenous activists who knew Leonard Peltier and Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash to the FBI's own knowledge of her murder at the time it happened and federal prosecutors' initial hesitancy to take up the case. Learn more here from a lecture by Ernesto Vigil at the University of Denver on May 6, 2023. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is sustained by comrades and supporters like you. Power our work here: www.patreon.com/redmediapr ------ Below is the text of Hank Adams' 2020 Facebook post, shortly before his passing: Note: Adams is responding to a 2016 APTN article in which Assembly of First Nations Chief Perry Bellegarde apologizes to Anna Mae Aquash's family. December 14, 2020 Intellectually dishonest hate-monger Paul DeMain has reignited his campaign to assure denial of any Executive Clemency to LEONARD PELTIER, 76, at any time before Leonard's next scheduled Parole Hearing in Year 2024 with a continued misuse and abuse of the December 1975 gunshot death of ANNA MAE AQUASH and the unconscionable exploitation of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash's children. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde makes significant points in this 2016 article in which the 1975 Aquash death became the center point in President Barack Obama's decision to deny Clemency to Peltier: “I regret that my statement caused some hurt and pain and I apologize for the pain I caused her [Denise Maloney Pictou] and her family,” said Bellegarde. “That wasn't my intent.” Bellegarde said he still would like to see Peltier freed. He said the case is a separate issue from AIM's execution of Aquash. “I called for that (Peltier's release) because there is an injustice there,” said Bellegarde. “So I will continue to advocate for that.” Bellegarde said two previous AFN national chiefs have made the same call which is also backed by Amnesty International and prominent individuals like the Dalai Lama. Peltier was extradited from Canada to the U.S. in December 1976. Warren Allmand, Canada's solicitor general at the time of Peltier's extradition, has since stated the F.B.I submitted false information to have Peltier extradited." DeMain's posting of Aquash daughter Denise Maloney Pictou's December 12, 2020, renewed accusations against Leonard Peltier and DeMain's hated AIM organization [re-Posted here in Comment 1] are the beginning of a campaign to assure that 2020 President-Elect Joe Biden will not grant Executive Clemency to Leonard Peltier. In death and posthumously, Anna Mae has been made a sainted heroine. But between 1972 and November 14, 1975, Anna Mae's ways were AIM's ways. AIM's ways - good and bad - were without qualification or reservation Anna Mae's ways, by choice. At NCAI in November, American Indian Press Association's (AIPA) Richard LaCourse told me of his meeting with Dennis Banks, Leonard Peltier, Kamook Banks, and Anna Mae just before his coming to Portland for NCAI.. Anna Mae then had indicated no distress nor given any indication that she was being held prisoner or against her will. On November 14, 1975, the four AIM "leaders" only broke apart because of the Ontario, Oregon stopping of their [Marlon Brando] recreational vehicle by armed Oregon police. A couple days later, Leonard Peltier was transported (through Franks Landing) from Portland into British Columbia (by associates of mine, who did not inform me then of their activity). He spent the next month in the locale he was taken to and remained incommunicado with U.S. colleagues until later, at least until he traveled to Small Boy's camp in Alberta, Canada. That is where the RCMP and FBI picked up on Leonard - long after Anna Mae Aquash's death in the second week of December 1975. Memorandum in the FBI's Denver Office dated as early as December 19, 1975 disclosed Anna Mae Aquash had been killed - although the FBI would feign ignorance of the death and the corpse identity for more than the next three months. The December 1975 memos identified the killers as John "Boy" Graham, Arlo Looking Cloud, and Theda Nelson Clarke - although none of the three were indicted through the next 28 years. The Looking Cloud trial was held in December 2004; Graham's in 2010 - lapses of 29 and 35 years. Theda Nelson - a likely FBI Informant in December 1975 - (on mental competency findings) did not go to trial. Clark died at age 87 in 2011. Although a lead prosecutor opened the Leonard Peltier trial in Fargo, North Dakota on March 16, 1977 declaring: "AIM is not on trial."; both AIM and Leonard Peltier were made the main 'defendants' in the 2004 and 2010 trials for the killing of Anna Mae Aquash! If there was ever a case where all parties - prosecution, defense and all witnesses - acted in friendly collusion to 'convict' undefended and absent non-parties [1st Leonard Peltier; 2nd AIM] - the Looking Cloud and Graham trials were such cases. The fodder for the trial's conspiratorial claptrap largely was wrung from the mind and imagination of Paul DeMain in his relentless vendetta against AIM leaders and most creatively against Leonard Peltier. Many of his unsubstantiated claims were rejected by author Steven Hendricks when writing "The Unquiet Grave" (2007). DeMain "Timelines" for Anna Mae Pictou have since focused on the AIM Convention in New Mexico just prior to the Jumping Bull Compound deaths of FBI Agents on Pine Ridge on June 26, 1975 leading to the 1977 life sentence convictions of Peltier. The design is intended to prejudice considerations against any grant of parole or clemency for Peltier. Canada's Assembly of First Nation is correct in declaring the "execution" of Anna Mae Aquash and the pursuit of "freedom" for Leonard Peltier on compassionate and humanitarian grounds are "separate issues." They are correct in continuing their support for Executive Clemency through offices of both the Canadian Prime Minister and any U.S. President. What satisfaction can President Elect Biden derive from side-stepping all humanitarian and compassionate considerations for Leonard Peltier through a first term, deferring any favorable consideration to the scheduled Parole Hearing in 2024? The Pardons Office of a bureaucratic and prejudiced Justice Department housing the FBI has already failed the last four Presidents of the United States in this matter! Will retribution finally end if Leonard Peltier is still alive in 2024 and then 80 years old? Indians of Western Washington who transported Leonard Peltier to Canada on or about November 17, 1975, and Indians of British Columbia who hosted and concealed him for the next month or until beyond when the FBI first was informed of Anna Mae's death and the identity of her killers can attest to Leonard's movements and communications (record) that wholly absolve Leonard Peltier of any direct or indirect role in the December 1975 murder of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash.

Riley Yesno joins Emilie Nicolas to unpack the editorial shitshow at Elle Canada, as well as big changes at APTN. To celebrate its 25th year as a national broadcaster, APTN is betting big on languages (18 of them to be precise) with the launch of the APTN languages channel. But can language preservation preserve the bottom line? Then, how a list of groundbreaking Canadian women led to online backlash and a series of questionable editorial decisions at Elle Canada. Is Canadian media about to get a lot more boring?Please click here to read our Editor in Chief's NoteHost: Emilie NicolasCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor), max collins (Production Manager), Karyn Pugliese (Editor-in-Chief)Guest: Riley Yesno Further Reading on Our WebsitePhoto Credit: Rudolf H. Boettcher Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer!Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, join us for an eye-opening chat with Cameron Fraser-Monroe, a trailblazing Canadian dancer and choreographer from the Tla'amin First Nation. From his early start in Ukrainian dance to his prestigious training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, Fraser-Monroe's journey is nothing short of fascinating. We discuss his inspirations in dance and why he chose to prioritize dance over a potential career in mechanical engineering, getting candid about physical and time constraints in dance careers. Fraser-Monroe has performed with many companies including Dancers of Damelahamid, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada from Mexico to New Zealand. As a choreographer Fraser-Monroe has received commissions from the National Ballet of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Whim W'Him Seattle, Ballet Kelowna, the Winnipeg Summer Dance Collective, Artist's Climate Collective, Transformation Cabaret at the Cultch, and both PULSE and Indigenous Day Live! on APTN. For the past five years Fraser-Monroe has served as Artistic Director of the Winnipeg Summer Dance Collective, making dance more accessible in downtown Winnipeg. In 2023/24, he is the Choreographer in Residence at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, their first in 20 years.Learn more about ballet production with us as Fraser-Monroe takes us through the creation of one of his more recent works, "T'əl: The Wild Man of the Woods”performed by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. Discover the intricate process from commission to premiere, involving rich imagery, extensive physical research, and the innovative inclusion of a narrator to tell the story in both Ayajuthem and English. Fraser-Monroe tells us more about how this unique choice underscores the importance of authentic oral history within Indigenous storytelling as well as engaging audiences on a deeper level.Looking ahead, Cameron shares his vision for the future of ballet in Canada, emphasizing the need for greater diversity and originality. He passionately discusses his upcoming projects, including a fundraiser in the Tla'aman Nation and his upcoming artistic endeavours. Cameron's commitment to meaningful community engagement and his advice for aspiring dancers—to seek inspiration beyond dance—highlight his dedication to creating a more inclusive, innovative and exciting ballet scene. Connect with us:Madison Beale, HostCroocial, ProductionBe a guest on The Artalogue Podcast

This story started out like every other Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women case. But something happened that would change the trajectory of the case, the people, and even political leaders in Manitoba. Karyn Pugliese sits down with Kathleen Martens of APTN to discuss the trial of Jeremy Skibicki, who has admitted to killing four women: Rebecca Contois, Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, and an unidentified woman referred to as “Buffalo Woman”. These are the women whose bodies are presumed to be in Winnipeg landfills and for the past year, people have been calling on the government to search for them, and bring peace to the victim's families.Kathleen Martens has been in the courtroom for every day of this trial. In today's show she breaks it all down and provides insight into what it all means and where it might be going.Content warning: there will be discussion of the murders of Indigenous women in this episode, and may not be suitable for all listeners. Take care when listening. Immediate emotional assistance and crisis support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through a national hotline at 1-844-413-6649Host: Karyn PuglieseCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), Karyn Pugliese (Editor-in-Chief)Additional music by Audio NetworkFurther reading, by Kathleen Martens:Court, families hear how Indigenous women were murdered in Winnipeg — APTNSurprise plea: Jeremy Skibicki admits to killing 4 Indigenous women — APTNPolice find DNA of another 12 women at self-confessed killer's apartment in Winnipeg — APTN‘Nobody told us': Family of Andrea Cederwall seeks answers at Skibicki trial — APTNSponsors: AG1, Oxio, ArticleIf you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content note: Specific, sometimes graphic, discussion of death. Shawn Leonard is a Mi'kmaq psychic medium. Gifted and accurate, his television show on APTN called 'Spirit Talker' depicts him travelling to Indigenous communities across the country, learning about their culture and spiritual teachings, and connecting them with their Beloved Dead. Along the way, he brings hope, healing, and closure, and deepens his connection to his own Mi'kmaq heritage and the medicine of his Indigenous name, White Eagle Spirit Talker.   Connect with Shawn Follow on all the socials: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Get Shawn's book Spirit Talker: Indigenous Stories and Teachings from a Mi'kmaq Psychic Medium (I enjoyed his reading of the audiobook version!) Join his online course starting in September 2024, Spirit Talker Tribe Find his oracle deck Watch Spirit Talker on APTN's streaming service, Lumi (Also check out Indians and Aliens while you're there!) Visit Shawn's website to sign up for his newsletter *** ☎️ Leave feedback ☎️ *** Learn more about The Numinous Network *** Check out Sero for psilocybin support at HeySero.co  

Ivana Yellowback is a member of Manto Sipi Cree Nation – God's River (maternal family) and a relative to Mathias Colomb Cree Nation (paternal family). She is both Asiniskow Ithinew ekwa Muskego Ininew (High Rock and Muskeg Cree).Ivana an Associate Producer, Writer, Cree host, and English co-host of Eagle Vision's and APTN's 7TH GEN Home (7thgen.ca) Cree Webisodes | 7TH GEN (2022/2023/2024). She has also acted as principal characters in “DJ Burnt Bannock” (2021) The Team — DJ Burnt Bannock, along with “Little Bird” (2023) 'Little Bird,' From Fremantle, Rezolution: Jennifer Podemski Talks - Variety.Ivana holds a 4-year Bachelor of Arts HONOURS degree at the University of Winnipeg (4-Year Honours BA: Sociology, Minor: Conflict Resolution Studies), and a Bachelor of Social Work degree at the University of Manitoba. She is also starting her Masters of Social Work degree this upcoming Fall at the University of Manitoba.Ivana holds 10+ years of experience in social services work, spanning from program development and implementation, facilitation, and workshop trainings (various), youth mentorship and leadership, and social advocacy and counselling.Ivana is an Executive Training Facilitator (with Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Inc.), an executive board member for sakihiwe festival, and is an oskâpêwiskwew (helper) member of the Indigenous Helpers Society. She is also a trained Traditional Family Parenting facilitator, a Grief and Loss Facilitator, and Indigenous Life Skills Coach. Ivana's most important roles and work is being an aunty, pipe carrier, lodge carrier, drum carrier and singer.SRTN Website