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In this episode of Random Nature, host Christy Hyman welcomes writer and scholar Maia Butler to trace the landscapes that shaped her life and her work. Maia opens by locating her roots on Coast Salish land in Olympia, Washington, before moving through her childhood in south- central Alaska on Denaʼina Athabascan lands. She describes early memories of Homer on the Aleutian Chain; making mud pies, digging and cooking clams on the beach, and falling asleep under the midnight sun.As Maia grew, so did her “landscape literacy”: learning subsistence fishing and hunting, foraging for medicinal plants with her mother as her first teacher, and braving long winters of snow and ice. She vividly recalls volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and avalanches—moments when Alaska's raw power humbled her family and forged in her a lifelong sense that “worlds are ending and new ones are beginning” at every turn.Later, Maia moved south for graduate school, planting new roots in coastal North Carolina on Lumbee, Coharie, Waccamaw Siouan, and Eastern Band Cherokee lands and before that, in Louisiana's bayous and wetlands. There, the rhythms of hurricanes and floods echoed Alaska's natural drama, teaching her once again to respect forces beyond human control.Christy shares her own Alaskan stories from Nome—bathtub races at dawn, ten-year-olds driving trucks, and weeks under endless daylight and finding in Maia's memories a shared awe for remote places where nature is always in charge. Tune in to hear how these experiences inform Maia's writing, her sense of localness, and her belief that every storm, eruption, or blackout is both an ending and a beginning.Links to Dr. Maia Butler's projects:https://maialbutler.substack.com/p/the-novels-of-toni-morrison-resources-73a/commentshttps://centerforfiction.org/group-workshop/a-year-of-toni-morrison-volume-ii-with-maia-butler-additional-sessionhttps://www.bloomsbury.com/us/bell-hookss-radical-pedagogy-9781350441590https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/N/Narrating-History-Home-and-DyasporaAlso look for the forthcoming collection Black Women's Gardens as Art and Practice (Harvard 2027)Topics/People/Events Covered:Wilmington Race Massacre of 1898: In November 1898, white supremacist militias in Wilmington, North Carolina staged a violent overthrow of the city's legitimately elected government—one of the few successful coups in U.S. history. The mob burned down the offices of a Black-owned newspaper, killed an unknown number of Black residents, and expelled Black and white Republican leaders from the city. The event effectively ended Reconstruction-era Black political power in North Carolina and has been largely omitted from mainstream historical memory.Alexander Manly: Black(very, very lightskinned could actually have passed for white) journalist and publisher of the Wilmington Daily Record, the only Black daily newspaper in the country at the time. His 1898 editorial challenging the racist myth of the Black male predator was used as a pretext for the massacre. Manly's voice and its violent silencing represent the stakes of Black intellectual life in the post-Reconstruction South.https://goinnorth.org/exhibits/show/milo-manly/manly-familyCamille Dungy:Poet, essayist, and editor whose work reclaims the natural world as a site of Black experience and expression. Her edited volume Black Nature recovered a tradition of African American nature poetry that mainstream literary culture had long ignored. Maia mentions Dungy's work Soil in the podcast.Jesmyn Ward: Mississippi-born novelist and two-time National Book Award winner. Her fiction renders Black Southern communities with unflinching intimacy, returning repeatedly to water—flood, gulf, storm surge—as both literal threat and spiritual presence.bell hooks: Prolific Black feminist thinker whose scholarship and cultural criticism examined the intersections of race, gender, and class while insisting on love as a radical political practice.Critical Fabulation: A term coined by scholar Saidiya Hartman describing the practice of filling archival silences through rigorous, imaginative speculation giving narrative form to lives that history has rendered nameless or voiceless, while remaining transparent about the act of doing so.

Fred from the Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube Channel is back with two more amazing encounter stories. Be sure to check out Fred's channel using the link below to see all his videos.In this episode, Fred shares two chilling accounts from the wilds of Alaska involving what many Native communities have long referred to as the “hairy man.”The first story follows Rodolfo, a Filipino immigrant who joins an Alaska Native friend on a moose hunt near Grayling Creek off the Yukon River. What begins as a routine hunting trip quickly turns unsettling when the men hear strange whistling in the dark, spot a massive shadowy figure, and witness Rodolfo's friend panic after shining a spotlight on what appears to be an angry, towering creature. As the encounter escalates, gunshots are fired when the figure comes within ten feet of them.Later, Rodolfo sees the creature from a distance, only for the terror to continue that night near their landing area, where he reports eyeshine, a nearly ten-foot-tall figure baring its teeth, brushing dirt from itself, and letting out a terrifying scream before the men arrange an early pickup by radio.The second account centers on Alvin and Myrna, an Athabascan couple hiking Devil's Creek Trail in February 2020 with their nine-month-old Tibetan Mastiff. During the hike, something begins mimicking Myrna's voice in an apparent attempt to lure the dog away. Moments later, the animal is snatched, leaving the couple shaken and desperate for answers.Alvin later catches sight of the creature and hears a scream echo through the valley, turning a peaceful outing into a nightmare they would never forget.These stories serve as a powerful reminder of how vast, remote, and mysterious Alaska's wilderness truly is. Whether you believe these encounters involve Bigfoot, the legendary hairy man, or something else entirely, Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube ChannelEmail BrianGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, Robert Forto sits down with veteran musher Jody Potts-Joseph, calling in from Eagle, Alaska. With more than 40 years of experience in dog-powered travel and racing, Jody shares her deep connection to mushing as part of Athabascan culture and everyday life along the Yukon River.Jody reflects on her 2026 Iditarod experience, including the challenges of an unusually difficult training season, extreme weather conditions, and the tough decision to scratch at mile 658 due to illness spreading through her team. Her story offers an honest look at the realities of long-distance racing, where dog health and decision-making matter more than finishing.They then talk about her upbringing in a subsistence lifestyle, her return to mushing after raising a family, and her plans to come back stronger next season. Jody highlights the importance of leadership within a dog team, including a spotlight on her lead dog Koki, and shares insights into training, resilience, and adapting to adversity.This episode is a powerful blend of storytelling, culture, and hard-earned lessons from the trail.Support our WorkLike this episode? Share it with your mushing friends!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and shareSign up for our Newsletter HEREJoin the On-Air Media Coaching waitlist for a chance to get coached on the air by Rober and get your podcast questions answered in real time.Apply now to the Team and Trail Foundation funding page and get support to turn your outdoor, education, or community project into a real impact.Apply for the Mushing® Media Accelerator and get deeper support and expert guidance tailored to your specific sponsorship and media goals. Email us at podcast@mushing.comFollow Mushing® for more muhsing news, insights, and more: Facebook | X | InstagramYou can contact us here: Podcast@mushing.com © 2010-2026 by Mushing® All Rights Reserved

There are no casinos or lotteries in Alaska. The state has some of the most restrictive gaming laws in the country, but the small Dena’ina Athabascan Village of Eklutna, located in Anchorage's municipality, is pushing the envelope on tribal gaming rights in the state. The Chin’an Gaming Hall is still open even after a year of legal disputes and threats by the state to close its doors. The village is also at the forefront of climate advocacy in southcentral Alaska. They have been working to restore their river’s namesake and salmon habitat. We’ll speak with the Eklutna’s president Aaron Leggett, live from the Arctic Encounter Summit in Anchorage, an annual gathering of policymakers, diplomats, Indigenous leaders, and stakeholders. We’ll also hear from Alaska Native elders and subsistence rights advocates from St. Lawrence Island about whaling and contamination from a former military site on the island. GUESTS Aaron Leggett (Dena'ina Athabascan), president of the Village of Eklutna Vi Waghiyi (Yupik), environmental health and justice program director at the Alaska Community Action on Toxics Merle Apassingok (Yupik), elder and leader from the Native Village of Gambell Dr. Sara Olsvig (Inuit), chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council

There are no casinos or lotteries in Alaska. The state has some of the most restrictive gaming laws in the country, but the small Dena’ina Athabascan Village of Eklutna, located in Anchorage's municipality, is pushing the envelope on tribal gaming rights in the state. The Chin’an Gaming Hall is still open even after a year of legal disputes and threats by the state to close its doors. The village is also at the forefront of climate advocacy in southcentral Alaska. They have been working to restore their river’s namesake and salmon habitat. We’ll speak with the Eklutna’s president Aaron Leggett, live from the Arctic Encounter Summit in Anchorage, an annual gathering of policymakers, diplomats, Indigenous leaders, and stakeholders. We’ll also hear from Alaska Native elders and subsistence rights advocates from St. Lawrence Island about whaling and contamination from a former military site on the island. GUESTS Aaron Leggett (Dena'ina Athabascan), president of the Village of Eklutna Vi Waghiyi (Yupik), environmental health and justice program director at the Alaska Community Action on Toxics Merle Apassingok (Yupik), elder and leader from the Native Village of Gambell Dr. Sara Olsvig (Inuit), chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council Break 1 Music: Kunax yak'ei gayshagook (song) Khu.éex' (artist) Siy​á​adlan (album) Break 2 Music: Me & You (song) Manitou Mkwa Singers (artist) Me & You (single)

The Alutiiq Museum in Kodiak, Alaska is telling the story of 11 children taken from the area and shipped off to the Carlisle Indian Boarding School more than a century ago. The museum was instrumental in securing the return of one of those children who was buried on school grounds. It is part of an ongoing effort by the museum to document and repatriate Alaska Native ancestors under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. We'll hear about their work. GUESTS Dehrich Chya (Alutiiq, Sun'aq Tribe of Kodiak), director of language and living culture at the Alutiiq Museum and Archaeological Repository Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), director of Indigenous research at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Nyché Andrew (Yup’ik/Iñupiaq) Break 1 Music: They Sing to Each Other (song) Pamyua (artist) Side A Side B (album) Break 2 Music: Further From the Country (song) William Prince (artist) Further From the Country (album)

The Alutiiq Museum in Kodiak, Alaska is telling the story of 11 children taken from the area and shipped off to the Carlisle Indian Boarding School more than a century ago. The museum was instrumental in securing the return of one of those children who was buried on school grounds. It is part of an ongoing effort by the museum to document and repatriate Alaska Native ancestors under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. We'll hear about their work. GUESTS Dehrich Chya (Alutiiq, Sun'aq Tribe of Kodiak), director of language and living culture at the Alutiiq Museum and Archaeological Repository Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), director of Indigenous research at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Nyché Andrew (Yup’ik/Iñupiaq) Break 1 Music: They Sing to Each Other (song) Pamyua (artist) Side A Side B (album) Break 2 Music: Further From the Country (song) William Prince (artist) Further From the Country (album)

Jody Potts-Joseph is the first Hän Gwich’in woman to compete in Alaska's famed Iditarod sled dog race. The musher and cast member on the reality TV show “Life Below Zero: First Alaskans“, says she was raised in the basket of a dog sled. She has raced in more than a half-dozen pro dog sled competitions, but this was her first attempt at the grueling 1,000-mile Iditarod. We'll hear about the race and her work raising sled dogs. We'll also hear from athletes who competed in the annual Arctic Winter Games, held this year in Whitehorse, Yukon. In addition to common winter events like curling and figure skating, the games include traditional Indigenous competitions including single foot kick, knuckle hop, and stick pull. GUESTS Jody Potts-Joseph (Hän Gwich’in), Iditarod musher, environmentalist, traditional tattooist, and athlete Kyle Worl (Tlingit, Deg-Hit'an Athabascan, and Yup’ik), traditional games coach and athlete Candice Parker (Nome Eskimo Community), Arctic sport coach for Team Alaska Joanna Hopson (Iñupiaq), Arctic games coach and athlete for Team Alaska Emelia Maring (Gwich'in First Nation from the Inuvik Native Band), member of Team Wainman Break 1 Music: Humma [Feat. Kendra Tagoona & Tracy Sarazin] (song) Sultans of String (artist) Break 2 Music: Lowlands (song) Blue Moon Marquee (artist) Scream, Holler, and Howl (album)

Jody Potts-Joseph is the first Hän Gwich’in woman to compete in Alaska's famed Iditarod sled dog race. The musher and cast member on the reality TV show “Life Below Zero: First Alaskans“, says she was raised in the basket of a dog sled. She has raced in more than a half-dozen pro dog sled competitions, but this was her first attempt at the grueling 1,000-mile Iditarod. We'll hear about the race and her work raising sled dogs. We'll also hear from athletes who competed in the annual Arctic Winter Games, held this year in Whitehorse, Yukon. In addition to common winter events like curling and figure skating, the games include traditional Indigenous competitions including single foot kick, knuckle hop, and stick pull. GUESTS Jody Potts-Joseph (Hän Gwich’in), Iditarod musher, environmentalist, traditional tattooist, and athlete Kyle Worl (Tlingit, Deg-Hit'an Athabascan, and Yup’ik), traditional games coach and athlete Candice Parker (Nome Eskimo Community), Arctic sport coach for Team Alaska Joanna Hopson (Iñupiaq), Arctic games coach and athlete for Team Alaska Emelia Maring (Gwich'in First Nation from the Inuvik Native Band), member of Team Wainman Break 1 Music: Humma [Feat. Kendra Tagoona & Tracy Sarazin] (song) Sultans of String (artist) Break 2 Music: Lowlands (song) Blue Moon Marquee (artist) Scream, Holler, and Howl (album)

Honeycreepers only live in Hawai’i and the birds are interwoven into Native Hawaiian culture. Feathers from the strikingly colorful birds are a key part of ceremonial cloaks and other regalia. The birds themselves are prominent in cultural stories, but of the more than 50 original species of honeycreepers, only 17 survive — and those are threatened with extinction. Several factors contribute to the population decline, but a pressing concern is a mosquito-borne avian malaria. We'll hear from Native Hawaiian conservationists on the efforts to save these unique and important birds. GUESTS Bret Mossman (Native Hawaiian), director of Birds Hawai‘i Past Present Ben Catcho (Native Hawaiian), Indigenous communications and outreach specialist for the American Bird Conservancy and outreach lead for Birds Not Mosquitoes Keoki Kanakaokai (Native Hawaiian and Athabascan), natural resource manager for The Nature Conservancy Maui Terrestrial Program and co-lead of the Nature Conservancy Native Network Hina Kneubuhl (Native Hawaiian), translator, storyteller, and kapa maker

Honeycreepers only live in Hawai’i and the birds are interwoven into Native Hawaiian culture. Feathers from the strikingly colorful birds are a key part of ceremonial cloaks and other regalia. The birds themselves are prominent in cultural stories, but of the more than 50 original species of honeycreepers, only 17 survive — and those are threatened with extinction. Several factors contribute to the population decline, but a pressing concern is a mosquito-borne avian malaria. We'll hear from Native Hawaiian conservationists on the efforts to save these unique and important birds. GUESTS Bret Mossman (Native Hawaiian), director of Birds Hawai‘i Past Present Ben Catcho (Native Hawaiian), Indigenous communications and outreach specialist for the American Bird Conservancy and outreach lead for Birds Not Mosquitoes Keoki Kanakaokai (Native Hawaiian and Athabascan), natural resource manager for The Nature Conservancy Maui Terrestrial Program and co-lead of the Nature Conservancy Native Network Hina Kneubuhl (Native Hawaiian), translator, storyteller, and kapa maker Break 1 Music: Prologue (song) Kūka'ilimoku (artist) Creation Chant (album) Break 2 Music: Intertribal Song (song) Black Lodge Singers (artist) Enter the Circle – Pow-Wow Songs Recorded Live at Coeur D'Alene (album)

The U.S. Supreme Court has once again declined to take up challenges to a federal law that protects subsistence hunting and fishing in Alaska. The court rejected the state of Alaska's petition to review a federal lawsuit against the state over salmon management on the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska. KNBA's Rhonda McBride has reaction from Native leaders. The state had argued the federal government was misinterpreting a law Congress passed to protect a rural priority for subsistence. Last year, after the 9th Circuit Court of appeals sided with federal fishery managers, the state asked the court to take up the case, but in a docket on Monday, the court denied the state's petition. The Alaska Federation of Natives hailed the decision. Its president, Ben Mallott, says decades of hard-won protections under the landmark Katie John lawsuits were also on the line. “I feel relieved that we don't have to spend our limited resources and efforts, fighting for what we know is right, hopefully our final time protecting what Katie John fought for.” John was an Ahtna Athabascan elder who fought for the right to fish on rivers that flow through federal lands. This is the third time the court has decided to let the Katie John litigation stand untouched. The federal government's Kuskokwim lawsuit, which the court has left intact, now affirms similar protections. Michelle Anderson knew the late Katie John when she was little girl. Today, she is president of the Ahtna Native Coporation. She says the Athabascan elder taught her people well to stand up for what's right. “During our history here is that you can’t sit back and rest on your laurels and you must always be vigilant and looking out for what’s coming next. No. I don’t think anyone is jubilant and celebrating and thinking this is it. We’re just waiting for the next time.” Alaska Fish and Game Commissioner Doug Vincent-Lang said in a statement that the state will respect the decision of the court to not address the legal issues regarding fish and game management authorities over navigable waters belonging to the state of Alaska, but the commissioner also said the state will continue to work with the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture to ensure state rights are safeguarded. Mary Peltola, left, applaudes during a speech by former First Lady Jill Biden in Bethel, Alaska. Democrat Mary Peltola (Yup’ik), the first Alaska Native person elected to Congress, announced Monday that she's running for U.S. Senate, taking on incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK). Alaska Public Media Washington correspondent Liz Ruskin reports interest in whether Peltola would run has been high for months. Her announcement Monday came with a video portraying her salmon-centered family life on the Kuskokwim River. She repeats her previous campaign slogan: “Fish, family, freedom.” She also hearkens back to Alaska senators who served in less partisan times. “(Former U.S. Sen.) Ted Stevens (R-AK) often said, ‘To hell with politics. Put Alaska first.’ It's about time Alaskans teach the rest of the country what Alaska first and, really, America first looks like.” Nationally, Democrats believe that with Peltola on the ballot, Alaska presents one of their best hopes of flipping a seat. Political analyst and statistician Nate Silver said in a social media post last week that Democrats still have an uphill battle to win back the Senate majority, but that Peltola's candidacy moves their chances in Alaska from a long-shot to plausible. Sen. Sullivan has already raised $6 million this election cycle. He has President Donald Trump's endorsement and maintains a strong alignment with Trump. But, in what Democrats took to be a sign that he's feeling the political heat, Sullivan last month unexpectedly voted to extend health insurance subsidies. He's also touting a new bill that targets one of Peltola's primary issues: Bycatch, or the accidental catch of salmon by the pollock fleet. Within minutes of Peltola’s announcement, the National Republican Senatorial Committee and other groups supporting Sullivan issued a string of press releases, previewing the campaign issues they plan to use against Peltola. They link her to President Joe Biden and national figures on the left, as well as transgender rights and policies that restrict drilling on federal land in Alaska. Some Republican messages jabbed at her effectiveness in Congress, and at her high rate of missed House votes. Peltola tried to head off that last point. “D.C. people were shocked that I prioritized going back to Alaska in July to help put up fish for our family, but Alaskans understand.” For U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Peltola's candidacy presents a dilemma. They're both moderates, and Murkowski endorsed Peltola in the past, despite their party differences. Sen. Murkowski declined to pick a side when a reporter asked before Christmas, but Thursday, she said she'd made a decision: she is endorsing her Republican colleague. “We’ve had a pretty solid team here in the Senate for the past 12 years, so we want to figure out how we’re going to keep in the majority. And Dan delivers that.” Both sides are expected to pour tens of millions of dollars into the race. Sullivan's last race in 2020 was one of the most expensive elections in state history, with spending by the campaigns and outside groups totaling more than $57 million. Sullivan was outspent, but beat independent candidate Al Gross by a substantial margin. Peltola lost her House seat to U.S. Rep. Nick Begich (R-AK). After ranked ballots were tallied in 2024, she had almost 49% of the vote to his 51%. The rankings had little impact on the final result in that race. Before voters' second- and third- choices were counted, Begich's lead was slightly smaller. Sullivan and Peltola will face off first in a nonpartisan primary in August. The top four candidates will advance to a ranked-choice ballot in November. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out the latest episode of Native America Calling Tuesday, January 13, 2026 – String of new affordable housing options offer hope for struggling urban Native Americans

In this episode, Sara Jolena talks with Meda Dewitt, a Lingit traditional healer, ethno-herbalist, educator, and artist from the Tlingit culture. Together, they explore themes of the perception of time in western and Indigenous cultures, the importance of storytelling, and the impact of seasonal changes on life. This includes the contrast between Native time and what Meda refers to as "managed time," emphasizing the need for balance.   The episode concludes with reflections on the personal and the collective in a rapidly changing world.Subsections00:00 - Introducing Meda DeWitt02:11 - Cultural Identity and Language05:40 - Understanding Time in Indigenous Cultures (with a focus on Tlingit)10:09 - The Nature of Storytelling and Memory18:40 - Cycles of Life and Nature25:31 - Native Time vs. Clock Time27:47 - Navigating Between Clock Time and Organic Time31:04 - The Impact of Managed Time on Well-being35:28 - The Reckoning of Time in a Capitalistic Society38:12 - Finding Balance in a Modern Context43:05 Embracing Mortality and the Value of Time51:39 - Moving Between TimesWebsites:Wilderness.org/imagoSanctuaryAnimism.orgmedaforalaska.comFacebook.com/sanctuaryanimismYouTube.com/@sanctuaryanimismNote: Tlingit culture is a matrilineal society from what is now referred to as Southeastern Alaska.  "Tlingit" means "people of the tides." Alaska has 229 federally recognized Alaska Native tribes, more than any other U.S. state, representing distinct indigenous cultures including the Yup'ik, Inupiaq, Athabascan, Tlingit, Haida, Eyak, and Aleut (Unangax/Sugpiaq).    These peoples are deeply tied to their ecosystems.  The major Alaskan ecosystems include: tundra, taiga (boreal forest), coastal rainforests, marine ecosystems (including the Gulf of Alaska, the Bering Sea, Chukchi Sea and the Aleutian Islands), mountains/glaciers; and wetlands and freshwaters. The image used is from Fairbanks, Alaska, on the winter solstice. It depicts the short height and the narrow range of the sun on the winter solstice, when Fairbanks receives 3.5-4 hours of sunlight.  Photo: Todd Paris courtesy of University of Alaska Fairbanks.Send us a messageSupport the showLearn more about Sara Jolena Wolcott and Sequoia SamanvayaMusic Title: Both of Us Music by: madiRFAN Don't forget to "like" and share this episode!

Education advocates are launching a multi-year program to develop a game and to teach the Denaakk'e language in schools. That and another language teaching apps come at a time when almost all federal funding for language revitalization is eliminated. We'll also talk with a man about his personal journey learning the Cherokee language, an undertaking that inspired him to learn more about his tribal language's history and importance in maintaining culture. GUESTS Joel Isaak (Dena'ina Athabascan), director of language and culture for the Kenaitze Indian tribe Mariah Pitka (Louden Tribe), executive director for the Doyon Foundation Dr. Benjamin Frey (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), assistant professor of Cherokee language and culture at the University of North Carolina–Asheville Jamie Jacobs (Tonawanda Seneca), managing curator for the Rock Foundation collections at the Rochester Museum and Science Center

Indigenous people in Canada suffered a noticeably disproportionate number of fatal interactions with law enforcement in 2024. In one three-month period, 15 Indigenous people died either in custody or from direct interactions with police. It prompted the Assembly of First Nations and other Indigenous leaders to call for a national inquiry. It also inspired the news program, APTN Investigates, to pry into the factors that contribute to such an imbalance in the justice system. Their new three-part series looks into the strained relationship between Indigenous people and law enforcement. We'll talk with APTN Investigates team members about their findings. We'll also hear from Marvin Roberts, the Athabascan man who just settled a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the city of Fairbanks, Alaska for $11.5 million. Roberts is one of the men – all Native – deemed the "Fairbanks Four". They were all convicted and imprisoned for the 1997 murder of a teenager. They were released in 2015 after another man confessed to the crime. GUESTS Cullen Crozier (Gwich'in, Dene, and Métis), producer with APTN Investigates Tamara Pimental (Métis), video journalist with APTN Investigates Tom Fennario, video journalist with APTN Investigates Marvin Roberts (Athabascan), one of the "Fairbanks Four" Reilly Cosgrove, partner at Kramer and Cosgrove law firm

Indigenous people in Canada suffered a noticeably disproportionate number of fatal interactions with law enforcement in 2024. In one three-month period, 15 Indigenous people died either in custody or from direct interactions with police. It prompted the Assembly of First Nations and other Indigenous leaders to call for a national inquiry. It also inspired the news program, APTN Investigates, to pry into the factors that contribute to such an imbalance in the justice system. Their new three-part series looks into the strained relationship between Indigenous people and law enforcement. We'll talk with APTN Investigates team members about their findings. We'll also hear from Marvin Roberts, the Athabascan man who just settled a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the city of Fairbanks, Alaska for $11.5 million. Roberts is one of the men – all Native – deemed the "Fairbanks Four". They were all convicted and imprisoned for the 1997 murder of a teenager. They were released in 2015 after another man confessed to the crime.

Seven children died in the first year of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's operation. Another 220 died over the school's next 38 years. They are among the more than 3,100 students a year-long Washington Post investigation finds died while separated from their families in Indian Boarding Schools. Their tally is three times that of the recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Interior. Many of the deaths are attributed to illness, accidents, or neglect. Others have no official explanation or remain suspicious. We'll discuss the Post's investigation and why having an accurate accounting is important. GUESTS Jim LaBelle (Iñupiaq), board member for the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), researcher at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Dana Hedgpeth (Haliwa-Saponi), reporter at the Washington Post

Seven children died in the first year of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's operation. Another 220 died over the school's next 38 years. They are among the more than 3,100 students a year-long Washington Post investigation finds died while separated from their families in Indian Boarding Schools. Their tally is three times that of the recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Interior. Many of the deaths are attributed to illness, accidents, or neglect. Others have no official explanation or remain suspicious. We'll discuss the Post's investigation and why having an accurate accounting is important. GUESTS Jim LaBelle (Iñupiaq), board member for the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), researcher at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Dana Hedgpeth (Haliwa-Saponi), reporter at the Washington Post

The Orthodox New Year in Alaska is a mix of seal meat, tea cakes, and Alaska Native and Slavonic languages. It's a cultural blend more than 150 years after Russia formally withdrew from what would become America's 49th state. In that time, the Orthodox Christian customs continued to flourish and merged with Native traditions. In many ways, they are more established than in their home country, which saw religious persecution during the time of the Soviet Union. We'll hear from Alaska Native adherents of Russian Orthodox Christianity about how they're welcoming the New Year on January 14. GUESTS Archpriest Martin Nicolai (Yup'ik), retired Archpriest of St. Nicholas Church Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), director of Indigenous research at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Jill Fratis (Unangan), news producer and reporter for KNBA and Koahnic Broadcast Corporation Sperry Ash (Sugpiaq), educator and Russian Orthodox deacon

Holiday shoppers are busy nailing down deals on smart TVs, cookware sets, and leather handbags at big-name online and retail stores. Native business owners and individual entrepreneurs offer an alternative during the holiday buying rush with gift ideas that make both an impression for the receivers and a difference for the sellers. We have some experts on gifts made by Native Americans that you might not have thought of. GUESTS Rico Worl (Tlingit and Athabascan), social designer and founder of Trickster Company Major Robinson (Northern Cheyenne), owner of Sage & Oats Trading Post Tally Monteau (Hunkpati Dakota), project manager for Triia with NADC Calvin Crosby (Cherokee), owner of King's English Bookshop and executive director of Brain Food Books

Gus was from old Iliamna Village in Alaska. He speaks of how life was back in the old days living off the land. It was tough, and some didn't make it. Along life's way Gus met a man who said that Jesus was the only way one could get to Heaven. But, Gus didn't believe him.

In this episode of Rising Tide David and Natasha Benjamin delve into the fascinating resilience of Pacific salmon, creatures that have thrived in dynamic landscapes shaped by natural forces like volcanoes, earthquakes, and landslides with the University of Alaska's Dr. Peter Westley. As the environment changes at unprecedented rates, including the rise of hatchery-supported fisheries, we discuss how these shifts impact salmon populations in places like Alaska and California. From dam removals and urbanization to climate change, salmon continue to adapt. Join us as we explore the complex web of factors shaping the future of these remarkable fish. ** Additional Links & Resources Sequoias of the Sea: https://www.sequoiasofthesea.com Our Oceans: https://www.netflix.com/title/81139969 Discover the stories just below the surface of Earth's five oceans in this nature documentary series narrated and co-executive produced by Barack Obama. Land of the Dena'ina people: https://www.anchorage.net/plan-your-trip/about-anchorage/the-denaina-people/ Anchorage is located within Dena'ina Ełnena, the traditional homelands of the Dena'ina Athabascan people. One of Alaska's many distinct and diverse Indigenous groups, the Native people of Knik Arm are the K'enaht'ana, members of the Eydlughet (Eklutna) and K'enakatnu (Knik) tribes. A River's Rebirth: https://www.americanindianmagazine.org/story/klamath-river-dam-removals Klamath Dam Removals Offer New Life for Salmon as well as California and Oregon Tribes Blue Frontier: www.bluefront.org Building the solution-based citizen movement needed to protect our ocean, coasts and communities, both human and wild. Inland Ocean Coalition: www.inlandoceancoalition.org Building land-to-sea stewardship - the inland voice for ocean protection Fluid Studios: www.fluidstudios.org Thinking radically different about the collective good, our planet, & the future. Photo by Aniket Deole on Unsplash

An exploration of Indigenous cosmology and history in North America• Examines the complexities of Indigenous legends and creation myths and reveals common oral traditions across much of North America• Explores the history of Cahokia, the Mississippian Mound Builder Empire of 1050-1300 CE, told through the voice of Honga, a Native leader of the time• Presents an Indigenous revisionist history regarding Thomas Jefferson, expansionist doctrine, and Manifest DestinyWhile Western accounts of North American history traditionally start with European colonization, Indigenous histories of North America—or Turtle Island—stretch back millennia. Drawing on comparative analysis, firsthand Indigenous accounts, extensive historical writings, and his own experience, Omaha Tribal member, Cherokee citizen, and teacher Taylor Keen presents a comprehensive re-imagining of the ancient and more recent history of this continent's oldest cultures. Keen reveals shared oral traditions across much of North America, including among the Algonquin, Athabascan, Sioux, Omaha, Ponca, Osage, Quapaw, and Kaw tribes. He explores the history of Cahokia, the Mississippian Mound Builder Empire of 1050–1300 CE. And he examines ancient earthen works and ceremonial sites of Turtle Island, revealing the Indigenous cosmology, sacred mathematics, and archaeoastronomy encoded in these places that artfully blend the movements of the sun, moon, and stars into the physical landscape.Challenging the mainstream historical consensus, Keen presents an Indigenous revisionist history regarding Thomas Jefferson, expansionist doctrine, and Manifest Destiny. He reveals how, despite being displaced as the United States colonized westward, the Native peoples maintained their vision of an intrinsically shared humanity and the environmental responsibility found at the core of Indigenous mythology.Building off a deep personal connection to the history and mythology of the First Peoples of the Americas, Taylor Keen gives renewed voice to the cultures of Turtle Island, revealing an alternative vision of the significance of our past and future presence here.Taylor Keen is a senior lecturer in the Heider College of Business Administration at Creighton University. He holds a bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College and two master's degrees from Harvard University, where he has served as a Fellow in the Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development. He is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, the founder of Sacred Seed, an organization devoted to propagating tribal seed sovereignty, and a member of the Earthen Bison Clan of the Omaha Tribe where he is known by the name “Bison Mane.” He lives in Omaha, Nebraska.http://www.sacredseed.orgBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

In this episode of Chatter Marks, Cody talks to Dehrich Chya and Angela Gonzalez about the cultural importance of Sasquatch. Dehrich works at the Alutiiq Museum in Kodiak and Angela is an Athabascan artist and writer. Dehrich's perspective is of coastal Alaska. He says that the Alutiiq people call Sasquatch or Bigfoot creatures Aula'aq, and its temperament ranges from being a threat to being a menace to being used as a cautionary tale. For example, parents might use stories of Aula'aq to warn their children away from dangerous areas. And stories of its appearance vary. Some describe it as tall, while others describe it as short, but it's always hairy and many believe it to be a shapeshifter.   Angela's perspective is of interior Alaska. Growing up, she says that talking about Bigfoot was taboo, but that there are certain times of the year — mainly winter — when it's appropriate to talk about it. Bigfoot is a powerful being, so it's important to give it a lot of respect. While the curious might seek out stories of Bigfoot, others will avoid them out of fear of inviting that presence into their life. Angela says that it comes down to respecting the land, the animals and the water. Because in order to survive, we must live in harmony with our surroundings; we have to respect the symbiosis that exists between humans and nature. 

In this episode, Cody talks to Dehrich Chya and Angela Gonzalez about the cultural importance of Sasquatch. Dehrich works at the Alutiiq Museum in Kodiak and Angela is an Athabascan artist and writer. Dehrich's perspective is of coastal Alaska. He says that the Alutiiq people call Sasquatch or Bigfoot creatures Aula'aq, and its temperament ranges from being a threat to being a menace to being used as a cautionary tale. For example, parents might use stories of Aula'aq to warn their children away from dangerous areas. And stories of its appearance vary. Some describe it as tall, while others describe it as short, but it's always hairy and many believe it to be a shapeshifter.   Angela's perspective is of interior Alaska. Growing up, she says that talking about Bigfoot was taboo, but that there are certain times of the year — mainly winter — when it's appropriate to talk about it. Bigfoot is a powerful being, so it's important to give it a lot of respect. While the curious might seek out stories of Bigfoot, others will avoid them out of fear of inviting that presence into their life. Angela says that it comes down to respecting the land, the animals and the water. Because in order to survive, we must live in harmony with our surroundings; we have to respect the symbiosis that exists between humans and nature. 

Send us a Text Message.Navonne Benally is an Alaska Native, Native American, Two Spirit and the creator of Menabash Media. Navonne also goes by their native names Menabash, Hute ghee'nee, Tulugaq or Ahłeenibaa. They are blessed, honored and empowered to share they come from seven different tribes. They're Iñupiaq, Koyukon Dene' (Athabascan), Navajo, Blackfeet, Mandan, Hidatsa and Chickasaw. They are a full time energy artist, professional marketer and fourth generation beadworker based on Dena'ina Land. Their art is an extension/expression of their mind, body, soul, spirit and emotions. Everything they create contains gentle healing vibes, Indigenous spiritual energy and good medicine. You can inquire about their marketing consulting or art @menabashmedia on Instagram and Facebook. https://www.instagram.com/menabashmedia?igsh=NDN1cTV3M3kzcnhnhttps://www.facebook.com/menabashmedia?mibextid=LQQJ4dSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Navonne Benally is an Alaska Native, Native American, Two Spirit and the creator of Menabash Media. Navonne also goes by their native names Menabash, Hute ghee'nee, Tulugaq or Ahłeenibaa. They are blessed, honored and empowered to share they come from seven different tribes. They're Iñupiaq, Koyukon Dene' (Athabascan), Navajo, Blackfeet, Mandan, Hidatsa and Chickasaw. They are a full time energy artist, professional marketer and fourth generation beadworker based on Dena'ina Land. Their art is an extension/expression of their mind, body, soul, spirit and emotions. Everything they create contains gentle healing vibes, Indigenous spiritual energy and good medicine. You can inquire about their marketing consulting or art @menabashmedia on Instagram and Facebook. https://www.instagram.com/menabashmedia?igsh=NDN1cTV3M3kzcnhnhttps://www.facebook.com/menabashmedia?mibextid=LQQJ4dSupport the Show.

Trainer John O'Shea chats Athabascan and Schwarz on Day Two of The Championships.

Alaska sets aside a day each year to honor William Henry Seward, Secretary of State under President Abraham Lincoln. Among other things he's known for negotiating the U.S. Government's purchase of Alaska in 1867, ushering in subsequent American colonialism in the 49th state, including the Klondike Gold Rush and other resource exploitation that largely ignored the original inhabitants. GUESTS Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), researcher at the Alaska Native Heritage Center Jackson Polys (Lingít), multidisciplinary artist and carver Curt Chamberlain (Native Village of Aniak), assistant general counsel for the Calista Corporation Lee Farrow, distinguished research professor and distinguished teaching professor, and chair, in the Department of History and World Languages at Auburn University at Montgomery

Lynette DeaconLynette is Athabascan. She grew up in Grayling and Anchorage, Alaska, as well as in Hawaii. Lynette represents strong courageous native women in sobriety.Lynette is almost 3 years sober. On this show Lynette courageously shares her journey for those still struggling. Support the show

Heather PainterHeather is Deg Xitʼan Athabascan.Heather is part of the Alaska Therapeutic Courts and advocates for native recovery and represents strong native women in recovery. Heather is over 5 years sober. On this show Heather courageously shares her story to uplift our indigenous relatives.Support the show

Episode 38 – The Kiowa  – Nomadic Warriors of the Plains (Not a Complete Transcript) According to their traditions, the Kiowas originally lived at the mouths of the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers in present day Montana. As it is now, then it could have very cold winters and the ground covered by a deep layer of snow. As hunter-gatherers, they primarily used a bow and arrow along with their only domesticated animal the dog, which pulled their travois after being attached to it with poles that hooked to a harness. Close neighbors of the Kiowa were the Flatheads and several Athabascan tribes lived to their north and west.  Now according to legend the people had a quarrel over the udders of a doe which were the spoils of a hunt. The group that won the delicacy headed to the southeast and went to live with friends, the Crows. Those left behind were never heard of again. The Crows essentially helped change the Kiowas and made them much more mobile. They taught the Kiowas ride horses and hunt buffalo which was something they had never before been able to do. There was some intermarriage with the Crows but they had much more in common with and joined together with the Kiowa Apaches. The first time they were written about was in 1682 by René Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, who had knowledge of them from one of a Pani slave boy at Fort St. Louis. That boy called them Manrhouts and Gattacha. When they were in the Yellowstone region in1804, Lewis and Clark heard of them but did not meet them. Moving out of the north and their previous mountainous home, the Kiowas had taken the first steps towards becoming a real part of  the Plains Culture by learning to ride horses. This enabled them to hunt buffalo on horseback, and it became their main foodstuff. Of course, with the horse came mobility and they moved steadily towards the south.  This mobility also turned the Kiowa into a completely nomadic lifestyle which consisted of predation, pillage, and warfare. They excelled at it until they became one of the most feared and hated of the Plains tribes. Part of their success was how they constantly had the largest number of horses of all the Plains Indians. Around the year of 1790 the Kiowas made a lasting peace with the Comanches and together they traded horses and captives east via the Wichitas and Taovayas to the French and English. In exchange they  received guns, ammunition, and metal for points and vermilion for face paint. In 1840, with the encouragement of trader and negotiator William Bent, the Kiowas, Kiowa Apaches, and Comanches joined with the Southern Cheyenne and Arapahos at Bent's Fort on the Arkansas River and agreed to an inter-tribal peace that was never broken. Together the five tribes in union created a formidable barrier that was able to prove an obstacle to those who wished to cross the southern plains. Finally, the U.S. sent the First Dragoons to protect wagon trains on the Santa Fe Trail. In later years, both the Second Dragoons and the Mounted Rifles made an effort to defend and protect the southwest and Texas from Indian raids. In the 1850s the Second United States Cavalry sought to reduce the number of attacks on the frontier settlements but like those before they had little success. For more articles on History - read my column on Medium.

Episode 37 – The Apache warriors of the Southwest Who were the Apaches? As I've talked about in the past, if your idea of the indigenous peoples of the Americas is based upon movies and television then it's most likely not accurate. If you do a quick google search on movies about the Apaches, you'll find at least 24. Shoot, there have been numerous white actors who have portrayed Apaches such as Burt Lancaster in the movie “Apache”. The reality is often quite different than what has been portrayed, because honestly Hollywood didn't really care to get it right. This was especially true in the 50s, 60s, and 70s. So who really were the Apache? They are part of the southern branch of the Athabascan group. That group encompasses a very large family of people, and  whose languages are found in Alaska, western Canada, and the American Southwest. Several branches lived in a region that went from the Arkansas River to Northern Mexico and from Central Texas to Central Arizona. Mostly they were divided into Eastern and Western, with the Rio Grande serving as the dividing line. There are two groups, the Lipans and the Mezcaleros, that lived partially or entirely within the borders of Texas. The Apaches were known by multiple names. As a nomadic people, it is likely that several names were actually identifying the same band.  Some of the Apache bands in Texas were Limita, Conejero, and Trementina. However, only the Lipan and Mescalero names survived into the nineteenth century.  Most likely the name we know and use, Apache, came from the Zuñi word apachu, meaning "enemy," or possibly Awa'tehe, the Ute name for Apaches. When they referred to themselves the words they used are Inde or Diné, which simply means  "the people." Apaches migrated into the Southwest sometime between A.D. 1000 and 1400. Separated from their northern bands, they created  a home for themselves in the Southwest. They seemed to have migrated south along the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains, then spread west into what is now the states of New Mexico and Arizona. Once the Comanche began moving into the same area, they had to relocate further south and west. Both the Lipan and Mescalero Apaches social unit was the extended family. Several families would usually stay together, and the leader was their most prominent member. This individual acted as chief advisor and director of group affairs.  Several groups would live close to one another, so they were able to come together for both defense, offense, and the occasional social or ceremonial occasions. The Lipan Apache apparently had no formal organization larger than the band. While being flexible for the immediate members, this type of  loose organization did cause issues when it came to establishing relations with the Spanish, and later with the Mexicans, Texans, and Americans. For example while one band might make peace with its enemies, another was free to remain at war with the same group. The band leaders were males; however, females held a central place within the tribe. Once married, the groom would move in and live with his wife's family. He was also required to hunt and work with his in-laws. If the wife should die, the husband was required to stay with her family,  and most of the time they would furnish him with a new bride. In contrast, the wife had little to no  obligation to the husband's family. However, if he died, his family could provide a cousin or brother for her to marry. Men were allowed to marry more than one woman, but few besides wealthy or prestigious leaders did so. Now since they were required to live with their wife's family, that meant that any other wife would have to be either a sister or cousin of their current wife. As a nomadic people who subsisted almost entirely on the buffalo, they usually covered much territory. The buffalo provided clothing, and coverage for their tents, which whenever they moved were broken down and loaded onto sleds which were then pu...

Dena'ina Athabascan–Kenaayuq Anaanaarpet Kenaayuq. – Our aunt is Dena'ina Athabascan.

Eighteenth Century British explorer James Cook is revered for his drive and seamanship from Tonga and the South Pacific to the Bering Strait. He put more than 120 English place names on the map from Mount Edgecombe in Alaska to the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand. That doesn't count the many places named after him. But his colonial exploits were often at odds with the Indigenous peoples of the places he visited, culminating in his death at the hands of Native Hawaiians on this date in 1779. Today on Native America Calling, we examine his complicated legacy with political scientist Dr. Keanu Sai (Hawaiian subject) and Benjamin Jacuk (Dena'ina, Athabascan, and Sugpiaq), researcher at the Alaska Native Heritage Center.

Federal law already protects artwork legitimately made by Native Americans. But once artwork is sold, the artists typically don't benefit from any residual appreciation of the work's value. Some Native-owned galleries and organizations are working to ensure artists get full value for their work. And an effort in Canada aims to pay artists and their heirs resale rights. Today on Native America Calling, we'll hear from Theresie Tungilik (Inuk), arts and traditional economy advisor for Nunavut government; Mathew Nuqingaq (Inuk), jewelry artist and sculptor; Dawn Iehstoseranón:nha Setford Whiteman Francis (Akwesasne Mohawk), president and founder of Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada; and Colleen Echohawk (Pawnee and Athabascan), CEO of Eight Generation.

Siblings Crystal and Rico Worl have been making art together in Juneau, AK since they were children, and as adults, not only are they thriving as professional artists, they also co-own a successful online business, Trickster Company, whose mission is to promote innovative Indigenous art. Members of the Tlingit and Athabascan clans, Crystal and Rico continue to explore the cultural traditions of their heritage, studying at length with master craftsmen and artists, and the formline style prevalent in the Pacific Northwest lies at the heart of their practice. However, whether using new technology in their art or applying traditional design to everyday objects from basketballs to playing cards — Trickster Company is currently featuring the “Cards Against Colonialism: Western Expansion” set — they remain committed to keeping Indigenous art a living, breathing and evolving cultural touchstone. The scope and reach of their work continue to expand. In July of 2021, the U.S. Postal Service issued the Raven Story stamp bearing a Rico Worl design, and in the last year Crystal has painted two enormous murals – one in Anchorage, the other in Juneau — that with striking vibrancy counteract a long tradition of whitewashing Alaska's history.In this interview with Pier Carlo Talenti, Rico and Crystal delve into the many ways they are working and playing together and apart to ensure that all Alaskans, as well as the millions of visitors to the state, learn to celebrate the value of authenticity.https://crystalworl.com/https://ricoworl.com/https://trickstercompany.com/

“Whose Land Is This?” Sunday, October 9, 10:50 am, Worship Service Livestream Woody Guthrie sang, “This land is your land, this land is my land, from California to the Gulf Stream waters.” Yet Indigenous Peoples' Day, observed on the second Monday of October (but not as a holiday), suggests that we acknowledge the unceded rights of this continent's first peoples. Doing so might even shed light on some of our society's deepest problems. John Buehrens is both our past Senior Minister and a former President of the UUA. He will also reflect on his recent visit to Alaska, where descendants of the Inuit, Aleut, Athabascan, Tlingit, and other peoples constitute 22% of the population. Rev. John Buehrens, Preacher; Daniel Jackoway, Worship Associate; Reiko Oda Lane, Organist; UUSF Choir; Mark Sumner, Music Director; Wm. García Ganz, Pianist; Rosalie Alfonso, Percussionist; Ka'ala Carmack, Ukulele Shulee Ong, Camera; Jonathan Silk, Communications Director; Joe Chapot, Live Chat Moderator; Thomas Brown, Sexton; Amy Kelly, Flowers; Linda Messner, Head Usher; Ralph Fenn, Les James, Tom Brookshire, Zoom Coffee Hour

“Whose Land Is This?” Sunday, October 9, 10:50 am, Worship Service Livestream Woody Guthrie sang, “This land is your land, this land is my land, from California to the Gulf Stream waters.” Yet Indigenous Peoples' Day, observed on the second Monday of October (but not as a holiday), suggests that we acknowledge the unceded rights of this continent's first peoples. Doing so might even shed light on some of our society's deepest problems. John Buehrens is both our past Senior Minister and a former President of the UUA. He will also reflect on his recent visit to Alaska, where descendants of the Inuit, Aleut, Athabascan, Tlingit, and other peoples constitute 22% of the population. Rev. John Buehrens, Preacher; Daniel Jackoway, Worship Associate; Reiko Oda Lane, Organist; UUSF Choir; Mark Sumner, Music Director; Wm. García Ganz, Pianist; Rosalie Alfonso, Percussionist; Ka'ala Carmack, Ukulele Shulee Ong, Camera; Jonathan Silk, Communications Director; Joe Chapot, Live Chat Moderator; Thomas Brown, Sexton; Amy Kelly, Flowers; Linda Messner, Head Usher; Ralph Fenn, Les James, Tom Brookshire, Zoom Coffee Hour

Terri shares how she released shame, blame and judgement of herself due to acts of her mother. Terri Kozlowski, Host at Soul Solutions Podcast, Terri is a proud Native American warrior:Athabascan: Tlinglet Tribe - Raven Clan. She journeyed through pain of child sexual abuse and utter fear of life after her mother abandoned her at the age of 11. Author and Life Coach at Kozmic Soul Sotutions whose mission is to inspire others to master their fears. https://terrikozlowski.com

After drinking for a while, it begins to take it's toll on a man's body. Jim knows... he drank for forty years. He was a wreck. But something happened one day that brought an end to his drinking, It's something that would change his life forever. He was free.

Jim was on a quest for revenge on the one who abused him in his youth. "You can break up a man and not kill him. And so I went looking for him. Every time I went into one bar, he just left and went out the back way." Something happened along the way though that changed his plans.

We are so excited to sit with Terri Kozlowski and hear her story of survival and overcoming adversity. Terri is a proud Native American warrior: Athabascan; Tlinglet Tribe - Raven Clan. She is rediscovering her true path in life, one of joy and love, she learned to transcend the fear that the egoic mind keeps bringing to the forefront of our lives. She is an author and certified life coach for people who want to overcome their fears and limiting beliefs. She empowers her clients to see life from a new perspective, reframe the stories they tell themselves, awaken to the egoic mind, and live the life of their dreams by transcending their fears. She is also an author and her book, Raven Transcending Fear: A memoir about overcoming sexual abuse, abandonment, and discover your authentic self, is available on Amazon. If you would like to connect with Terri, here is where you can find her: https://linktr.ee/TerriKozlowski Enjoy! Thank you for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth040/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth040/support

Ep. 59 - Deathcave. In this episode I talk with Michael Freiburger. He is a member of Deathcave and owner of Satanik Royalty Records out of Seattle, WA. Michael is originally from Fairbanks, AK and member of the Athabascan tribe. We talk about his upbringing, moving to Seattle, starting Satanik Royalty Records, and the recent Deathcave EP 'II'. I would like to thank Michael for making himself available to talk with me and share is experiences. Be sure to follow and support Deathcave and Satanik Royalty Records. Thank you / A'he'hee! -- Opening song is by Tribal Kills "Fire In The Sky" (check them out): www.youtube.com/watch?v=adVxRpSaqgI -- Deathcave website: https://www.satanikroyaltyrecords.com/artists/deathcave -- Deathcave Bandcamp: https://deathcave.bandcamp.com/ -- Deathcave Spotify: https://www.satanikroyaltyrecords.com/artists/deathcave -- Deathcave IG: https://www.instagram.com/deathcave_/ -- Deathcave FB: https://www.facebook.com/deathCAVE206/ -- Satanik Royalty Records Website: https://www.satanikroyaltyrecords.com/ -- Satanik Royalty Records Bandcamp: https://satanikroyaltyrecords.bandcamp.com/ -- Satanik Royalty Records IG: https://www.instagram.com/satanikroyaltyrecords/ -- Satanik Royalty Records FB: https://www.facebook.com/satanikroyaltyrecords/

In this episode of the Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery Jennie and Dianne share news of a 140-year-old cemetery that was lost but has been found again in North Dakota and they learn the history of the spirit houses  that cover the burials of more than 100 graves of native Dena'ina Athabascans in a cemetery in Alaska. Join us as we once again journey through these Ordinary Extraordinary Cemeteries!Resources used to research this episode include:Sisk, Amy R.. "Group Looking to Preserve 140-Year-Old Cemetery Near Mandan ."  https://www.usnews.com/ . 18 Sep. 2021, www.usnews.com/news/best-states/north-dakota/articles/2021-09-18/group-looking-to-preserve-140-year-old-cemetery-near-mandan. Accessed 20 Sep. 2021."Greenwood: A Cemetery Forgotten But Not Lost." https://www.midwesternscout.com/. Edited by Dustin White. 16 Nov. 2016, www.midwesternscout.com/greenwood-cemetery/. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.Obscura, Atlas. "Tiny Wooden Homes House the Dead at this Alaskan Cemetery." http://www.slate.com/. 30 Oct. 2013, www.slate.com/blogs/atlas_obscura/2013/10/30/tiny_wooden_homes_house_the_dead_at_this_alaskan_cemetery.html. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.Kyle. "15 ALASKA NAMES YOU'RE PROBABLY MISPRONOUNCING! ." https://www.thealaskalife.com/. 9 Sep. 2018, www.thealaskalife.com/blogs/news/15-alaska-names-youre-probably-mispronouncing. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.Of Medicine, Stanford School. "Athabascan ." https://geriatrics.stanford.edu/. geriatrics.stanford.edu/ethnomed/alaskan/introduction/native_cultures/athabascan.html. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021."ALEUT CULTURE ." https://www.eatribes.org/. www.eatribes.org/culture/aleut-culture/. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.Fortuine, MD, MPH , Robert. "Old Age, Dying, and Death." Shamans and Seal Oil: Health and Healing in Traditional Alaska Native Societies, 1986, p. 34, arctichealth.org/media/pubs/288373/Shamans%20and%20Seal%20Oil.pdf. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.Veltre, Dr. Douglas. "Unangax̂: Coastal People of Far Southwestern Alaska,." https://www.apiai.org/. 1 Jan. 2010, www.apiai.org/departments/cultural-heritage-department/culture-history/history/. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021."EKLUTNA HISTORICAL PARK." https://www.eklutnahistoricalpark.org/. www.eklutnahistoricalpark.org/. Accessed 19 Sep. 2021.If you are interested in helping to restore Greenwood Cemetery visit the Mortin County website at the following link: https://www.mortonnd.org/

The Companies that Care podcast highlights companies and business leaders who are making a difference in the world, like Amber Taggard, founder and CEO of The Organizer Chicks and host of The Organizer Chicks podcast. The average American wastes 17 minutes each day looking for lost items.When Amber read this statistic, she decided to use her M.S. in clinical mental health to help people reclaim their homes and spaces. Since 2011, Amber and her flock of Organizer Chicks have helped people fight the clutter, find the calm, and take back their 17 minutes each day.We talked about how The Organizer Chicks makes organization a positive, empowering experience for all their clients.  Amber aims to reduce the shame people feel about their messes and clutter. Everyone has a different skillset, and we shouldn't feel intimidated by another person's talents. Our talents and skillsets are meant to complement each other. Amber wants to destigmatize the idea of asking for help with organization.We also discussed our challenges with infertility, how her company fared during the pandemic, toxic bosses, avoidable negativity (the topic for Amber's TED talk), and how Americans have too much crap. The Organizer Chicks gives back to their community by sponsoring girls' sports teams and doing an annual “Chicks Give Back” day where they provide their services pro bono to a person or organization. Most recently they organized a new homeowner's house for Habitat for Humanity.I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with the delightful, upbeat Amber! My conversation with her has inspired me to get back to purging and organizing my own space. My family is in a huge time of transition, and what better time to create a more peaceful space.Next week I interview Terri Kozlowski, who is a proud Native American warrior from the Athabascan; Tlinglet Tribe - Raven Clan. She has journeyed through the pain of child sexual abuse and utter fear of life after her mother abandoned me, at the age of 11, on the streets of Albuquerque, NM.I alternate the Companies That Care podcast with my original podcast, Finding Fertile Ground, which shares personal stories of grit and resilience. On both my podcasts I strive to highlight voices from historically excluded populations, people who don't always get a platform. Find out more on my website and social media.The Companies That Care podcast is brought to you by Fertile Ground Communications.Contact us if you can use some help with your writing, editing, communications, or marketing. With 30 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry, I am passionate about sustainability and corporate citizenship, equity & inclusion, businesses that use their power for good, and doing everything I can to create a kinder, more sustainable, and just world. We help organizations and people discover what makes them special and help them share that with the world. Fertile Ground Communications LLC is a certified women-owned business enterprise, disadvantaged business enterprise, and emerging small business.

The Companies that Care podcast highlights companies and business leaders who are making a difference in the world, like Acting Global Head of the Macquarie Group Foundation Erin Shakespeare. Erin leads a team that directs Macquarie's efforts on philanthropic grantmaking and employee volunteering, working closely with the company's people around the world. Macquarie Group is an Australian-headquartered multinational financial services company. My sister-in-law Shemara has worked there for 34 years and is now the CEO and managing director. The foundation provides support to hundreds of community organizations through financial support, volunteering, and skills sharing. A serious commitment to philanthropy has been part of the company culture since it was founded in 1969. On community advisory committees in  local offices around the world,  staff  plan how to give back in their communities. Erin shared the history of Macquarie's staff-led philanthropy. The company has a generous matching program, providing employees up to $A50,000 per year in matching donations for any fundraising they do. Last year was a huge year for the foundation, reaching a total of $A64 million in contributions. In 2020, the foundation arranged a COVID-19 fund of $A20 million to support immediate relief and economic recovery. To acknowledge the company's 50th anniversary in 2019,  Macquarie established an $A50 million fund awarding $A10 million grants to five organizations. They chose to fund the Social Finance US, Last Mile Health, World Mosquito Project, World Scabies Program, and the Ocean Cleanup.In 2020 Macquarie created its first racial equity fund, bringing together a working group of staff across their business to discuss where they could make a difference toward racial equity solutions. They've made grants in four markets in the US  where Macquarie staff live and work. Although the dollars are important, just as critical is finding ways to engage their staff through pro bono skill sharing or educating themselves on these issues.I'm impressed with the way Macquarie empowers its employees to invest in their communities. “Every day I wake up and I'm just so grateful I have this job,” said Erin. “I really feel incredibly lucky to do this impactful work and to do this work at Macquarie.” Next week on the Finding Fertile Ground podcast I interview Terri Kozlowski, proud Native American warrior from the Athabascan; Tlinglet Tribe - Raven Clan. The Companies That Care podcast is brought to you by Fertile Ground Communications. If you enjoyed this podcast, please give us a rating and subscribe to hear our next episode. On both  my podcasts I strive to highlight voices from historically excluded populations, especially people of color, women, people who are LGBTQIA, non-Christian, and immigrants, people who don't always get a platform. Contact us if you can use help with your writing, editing, communications, or marketing. With 30 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry, I am passionate about sustainability and corporate citizenship, equity & inclusion, businesses that use their power for good, and doing everything I can to create a kinder, more sustainable, and just world. 

Terri M. Kozlowski is a proud Native American warrior: Athabascan; Tlinglet Tribe - Raven Clan. She journeyed through the pain of child sexual abuse and utter fear of life after her mother abandoned her (age 11) and her sister (age 10), on the streets of Albuquerque. She is rediscovering her true path in life, one of joy and love. She learned to transcend the fear that the egoic mind keeps bringing to the forefront of our lives. She is now on a mission to help others overcome their fear and limiting beliefs and become their authentic selves. You may find Terri here: Website: www.TerriKozlowski.com Podcast: www.SoulSolutionsPodcast.com Pre-order book: www.RavenTranscendingFear.com LinkTr.ee: https://linktr.ee/TerriKozlowski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KozmicSoulSolutions/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tmkozlowski Handle @tmkozlowski Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/terrikozlowski/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrikozlowski/ Handle @TerriKozlowski Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrikozlowski/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbT3ygWLAxEcPqOOgCflL_A --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/damagedparents/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/damagedparents/support

The Storyteller is a series of ten stories and folktales resurrected from the audio archives at KNBA in Anchorage, Alaska, as well as new stories from today's Alaska Native culture bearers. The traditional stories provide cultural memories and lessons we can use in everyday life. The series is hosted by Canaar, the spirit that has arrived. Follow along as Canaar presents life lessons and cultural values that have been carried for generations by Alaska's original people. This is the Storyteller.

The Storyteller is a series of ten stories and folktales resurrected from the audio archives at KNBA in Anchorage, Alaska, as well as new stories from today's Alaska Native culture bearers. The traditional stories provide cultural memories and lessons we can use in everyday life. The series is hosted by Canaar, the spirit that has arrived. Follow along as Canaar presents life lessons and cultural values that have been carried for generations by Alaska's original people. This is the Storyteller.