Podcasts about Choctaw

Gartbage is back and we're heading south with several Michael B Jordan's for Ryan Coogler's period horror musical SINNERS! As always, we're discussing with full spoilers.We're tracing Sinners' path from conception to theatre, from Coogler's visit to a cotton plantation outside of Atlanta, to discovering Miles Caton and treating Jack O'Connell like Beyonce, to one of the best theatre experiences of the year.This film trusts its audiences in ways that recent blockbusters haven't, so we're getting into some of the details that make up this (our?) world: Hoodoo, the Great Migration, Juke Joints, Choctaw vampire hunters, we've got it all.Plus, Erin breaks down how Ludwig Goransson's blues-based score helps tell this story of racism, colonialism, and vampires. And how did we feel about the big Generations dance scene? The answer may surprise you!Next week we're taking another look at racial and colonial attitudes in the south with John Sayles' LONE STAR (1996)

Atlanta artist Bam Fatale joins Peach Jam for a stripped-down set and a candid talk about post-genre music, family heritage, and DIY visuals. You hear the story behind "Awaken," her tribute to a loved one, and how musical roots, Choctaw lineage, and activism shape her sound in Georgia's rock scene. We explore why authenticity matters on stage and in the studio at GPB.

A Collaboration of Indigenous Truthtelling of Boarding SchoolsThis episode features voices from a panel on the collaboration, “Indigenous Truthtelling of Boarding Schools,” held at the University of Oklahoma in August 2025 and funded by a NHPRC-Mellon Planning Grant for Collaborative Digital Editions in African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American History and Ethnic Studies. The panelists share their experiences studying Native American boarding schools and discuss plans for a digital edition with scholars at the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, Northeastern State University, Utah State University, and Indigenous communities. The project connects universities and archives with Native Nations to develop educational resources about boarding schools and to expand public access to records, oral histories, and community knowledge.This episode includes references to:Farina King, professor of Native American Studies at OU and co-host of Native Circles. A citizen of the Navajo Nation, she researches Indigenous histories, especially boarding school experiences, and collaborates on projects linking oral histories, archives, and community engagement.Sarah Milligan, head of the Oklahoma Oral History Research Program at OSU. She partners with boarding school alumni groups, including the Chilocco National Alumni Association, to digitize memorabilia, record oral histories, and create educational tools that support truthtelling and remembrance.Teagan Dreyer, Choctaw descendant and PhD candidate in history at OSU. She researches the impacts of boarding schools on Native identity and community resilience.Erin Dyke, associate professor of curriculum studies at OSU. She focuses on truthtelling, Indigenous-led education initiatives, and transforming curriculum to confront legacies of colonial schooling.Asa (Ace) Samuels, Cheyenne and Arapaho citizen of Oklahoma and first-generation OU student. He mentors Native youth in cultural practices and serves as a facilitator for Mending Broken Hearts, a healing program addressing intergenerational trauma linked to boarding schools.Kelly Berry, citizen of the Apache Tribe of Oklahoma with Choctaw relations. A postdoctoral fellow and lecturer in Native American Studies at OU, Berry is a descendant of boarding school survivors and researches histories of Indian boarding schools, including Carlisle, Chilocco, and early mission schools.Blaine McClain, head archivist of Special Collections at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He manages archival collections related to Cherokee Nation seminaries and regional histories.Britton Morgan, undergraduate student research assistant at NSU from Muskogee, Oklahoma. He works with NSU archives, focusing on materials related to Indian boarding schools.Michelle Martin, independent scholar in Arizona and former NSU faculty. She studies the Tullahassee Mission School and the legacies of interracial marriage tied to boarding schools. Cheyenne Widdecke, master's student in anthropology at OU, specializing in archaeology. As a Graduate Research Assistant, she surveys archival collections, examines boarding school site records, and conducts oral history research with the Sac and Fox Nation.Mary Harjo, citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and boarding school alumna. She attended federal boarding schools from first through twelfth grade and later earned bachelor's and master's degrees in social work at OU. A survivor of discrimination and abuse, she became a social worker and mentor, sharing her lived experiences to inform truthtelling and healing efforts.

In this interview, URComped CEO, Craig Shacklett, sits down with Robert Christensen, Director of Digital Gaming at Choctaw Casino, for an in-depth look at the evolving world of online gaming through the lens of tribal operations. From the launch of Choctaw's Social Casino to the nuances of Class II versus Class III gaming, Christensen breaks down complex regulatory frameworks, the rise of sweepstakes and prediction markets, and Choctaw's strategic approach to digital gaming within sovereign tribal lands. The conversation also explores how European markets have influenced U.S. iGaming development, the growing tension between traditional and gray market operators, and how data-driven personalization is reshaping online player experiences.   Topics Discussed: Robert Christensen's Role Definitions & Distinctions in Online Gaming What are Social Casinos, Sweepstakes Casinos, iGaming, Prediction Markets, etc. and how are they different? Legal and Regulatory Landscape What are Class 2 games What is IGRA and how does it work What are compacts? Choctaw's Strategic Focus Expanding mobile gaming access beyond reservation boundaries Tribal Sovereignty & Class II Gaming European Influence & Technology Partnerships The Future of Online Gaming in the U.S. Barriers for iGaming development Casino Marketing: Digital vs. Brick-and-Mortar Responsible Gaming & Industry Ethics Learn more: https://trio360.vip/inside-tribal-igaming-choctaws-digital-strategy/

While I'm at Dragon Con, here's an old Patreon episode about Tennessee water mysteries, including some spooky sightings of what were probably bears, and some mystery fish! Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. As this episode goes live, I should be at Dragon Con, so I decided to go ahead and schedule an old Patreon episode to run instead of trying to get a new episode ready in time. It's about some water mysteries in my home state of Tennessee, although I actually just moved away from Tennessee to Georgia. Tennessee is in the southeastern United States, a long thin state divided into three geographical sections. East Tennessee borders the southern Appalachian Mountains, Middle Tennessee is on the Cumberland Plateau, and West Tennessee borders the Mississippi River. The only natural lake in the state is Reelfoot in northwestern Tennessee, a shallow, swampy body of water formed in the early 19th century. Before 1811, instead of a lake a small river flowed through the area, a tributary of the Mississippi. In earlier accounts, Reelfoot River is called Red Foot River. Most of the residents of the area at the time were Choctaw, although white settlers lived in the small town of New Madrid near the bank of the Mississippi. From December 1811 through February 1812, a series of earthquakes in the New Madrid Seismic Zone changed the land radically. There were three main quakes and innumerable smaller ones, ranging from an estimated 6.7 for the smallest quake to a possible 8.8 for the largest. In the initial quake and aftershocks on 16 December 1811, chimneys collapsed, trees fell, and fissures opened and closed, projecting water or sand high in the air. Boats on the Mississippi capsized as huge waves crashed from bank to bank. A woman named Eliza Bryan, who lived in New Madrid, wrote an account of the quakes: On the 16th of December, 1811, about 2 o'clock a.m., a violent shock of earthquake, accompanied by a very awful noise, resembling loud but distant thunder, but hoarse and vibrating, followed by complete saturation of the atmosphere with sulphurous vapor, causing total darkness. The screams of the inhabitants, the cries of the fowls and beasts of every species, the falling trees, and the roaring of the Mississippi, the current of which was retrograde for a few minutes, owing, as it is supposed, to an eruption in its bed, formed a scene truly horrible. From this time on until the 4th of February the earth was in continual agitation, visibly waving as a gentle sea. On that day there was another shock…and on the 7th, at about 4 o'clock a.m., a concussion took place so much more violent than those preceding it that it is denominated the ‘hard shock.' The Mississippi first seemed to recede from its banks, and its waters gathered up like a mountain… Then, rising 15 or 20 feet perpendicularly and expanding, as it were, at the same time, the banks overflowed with a retrograde current rapid as a torrent. A riverboat captain reported in another account that his boat was caught in a ferocious current on the Mississippi, crashing across waves he estimated as six feet high, or 1.8 m. He also reported whirlpools that he estimated were 30 feet deep, or 9 m. He saw all the trees on either bank fall at once. The December quake was so large it was felt across North America, from Canada to the Gulf Coast. Then, only five weeks later, it happened again, followed by the third major earthquake on 7 February. Only 15 miles, or 24 km, from the epicenter, the land dropped 20 feet, or 6 m, and created a basin that immediately filled with water. Reelfoot Lake was formed, Tennessee's only natural lake. Reelfoot is a state park these days, popular with boaters, fishers, hunters, and birdwatchers. The only cryptid sighting I could find took place in the Glass community near Obion, within ten miles, or 16 km, of the lake. A man who grew up in Glass reported in 2009 that a bipeda...

John's monologue focuses on hundreds of employees at the CDC staging a walk-out in protest of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The protest comes the morning after Kennedy fired the director of the CDC, reportedly over Covid vaccine policy changes Kennedy demanded. The firing in turn sparked four other high profile resignations from the massively important public health monitor. Then, he talks with democratic strategist Ameshia Cross about current news and Trump's evil doings. Then lastly, John welcomes back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their indigenous segment We're Still Here. They discuss the mass shooting at the Catholic school in Minneapolis and the Choctaw vampire hunters from the movie "Sinners".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Serving on a school board is not a glamorous position, but it's an important one that plays a big role in Native American students' success. Elected members of school boards make decisions ranging annual budgets to what's allowed in classroom lessons. They are also responsible for representing the community's values and interests. As such, individual board members are lightning rods for public criticism. We'll get a look at what school board members encounter on a daily basis and hear about a program designed to support Native school board participation. GUESTS Stacey Woolley (Choctaw), member on Tulsa Public Schools Board of Education Regina Yazzie (White Mountain Apache), member for the Theodore Roosevelt School Governing Board Michele Justice (Diné), owner of Personnel Security Consultants Dr. Chris Bonn, owner of Bonfire Leadership Solutions

Kristen Brandt talks to Rae Nell Vaughn of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and Jay Wesley, Director for the Department of Chahta Immi, as well as anthropologist and professor Tom Mould. They have collaborated on two related publications that represent some of the most comprehensive collections of Choctaw histories, stories, and traditions ever compiled into print. They discuss the two publications, Choctaw Tales and Choctaw Traditions. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From opening her own law firm in Durant to protecting Native art and culture, attorney Chloe Moyer joins Native ChocTalk to unpack: ✨ Federal Indian law & tribal sovereignty ✨ Protecting public arts & the Indian Arts and Crafts Act ✨ The balance of communal vs. individual ownership ✨ NAGPRA, NHPA, & protecting what's been taken ✨ Tips for Native artists selling online (contracts, trademarks, copyrights) PLUS: – Tribal IDs and membership rules – Adoption possibilities for Choctaw families – McGirt v. Oklahoma & Castro-Huerta – Starting your own Native-owned business

From opening her own law firm in Durant to protecting Native art and culture, attorney Chloe Moyer joins Native ChocTalk to unpack: ✨ Federal Indian law & tribal sovereignty ✨ Protecting public arts & the Indian Arts and Crafts Act ✨ The balance of communal vs. individual ownership ✨ NAGPRA, NHPA, & protecting what's been taken ✨ Tips for Native artists selling online (contracts, trademarks, copyrights) PLUS: – Tribal IDs and membership rules – Adoption possibilities for Choctaw families – McGirt v. Oklahoma & Castro-Huerta – Starting your own Native-owned business

PART 3 From opening her own law firm in Durant to protecting Native art and culture, attorney Chloe Moyer joins Native ChocTalk to unpack: ✨ Federal Indian law & tribal sovereignty ✨ Protecting public arts & the Indian Arts and Crafts Act ✨ The balance of communal vs. individual ownership ✨ NAGPRA, NHPA, & protecting what's been taken ✨ Tips for Native artists selling online (contracts, trademarks, copyrights) PLUS: – Tribal IDs and membership rules – Adoption possibilities for Choctaw families – McGirt v. Oklahoma & Castro-Huerta – Starting your own Native-owned business

Bryan Carpenter & Spencer Mills with 13 South Productions tell us about their unreleased documentary film about the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Stickball history and world championship that they've made a documentary film about. 

PART 3 In this episode, my guests, Amy, Ian and Mike take you deep into the heart of Choctaw tradition, food, and the sacred relationship with the hunt. You'll learn about: - Life at Nan Awaya Farm (where yvnvsh (buffalo) and food are grown the Choctaw way - Ancient Choctaw hunting - the reverence for animals & wisdom from elders - Do buffalo will actually charge through 10k volts of electric fence? - What it's really like to care for buffalo every day - The surprising stealth (and jumping skills!) of buffalo - The second edition of Ian Thompson's Choctaw Food book (launching soon!) - Crafting traditional bows, arrows, and quivers - Stories from the hunt - how our ancestors approached deer with such skill and respect   This episode is full of stories, surprises, and teachings that connect past and present. Don't miss it! Native ChocTalk Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes:  https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 3 In this episode, my guests, Amy, Ian and Mike take you deep into the heart of Choctaw tradition, food, and the sacred relationship with the hunt. You'll learn about: - Life at Nan Awaya Farm (where yvnvsh (buffalo) and food are grown the Choctaw way - Ancient Choctaw hunting - the reverence for animals & wisdom from elders - Do buffalo will actually charge through 10k volts of electric fence? - What it's really like to care for buffalo every day - The surprising stealth (and jumping skills!) of buffalo - The second edition of Ian Thompson's Choctaw Food book (launching soon!) - Crafting traditional bows, arrows, and quivers - Stories from the hunt - how our ancestors approached deer with such skill and respect   This episode is full of stories, surprises, and teachings that connect past and present. Don't miss it! Native ChocTalk Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes:  https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 2 In this episode, my guests, Amy, Ian and Mike take you deep into the heart of Choctaw tradition, food, and the sacred relationship with the hunt. You'll learn about:

PART 1 In this episode, my guests, Amy, Ian and Mike take you deep into the heart of Choctaw tradition, food, and the sacred relationship with the hunt. You'll learn about: - Life at Nan Awaya Farm (where yvnvsh (buffalo) and food are grown the Choctaw way - Ancient Choctaw hunting - the reverence for animals & wisdom from elders - Do buffalo will actually charge through 10k volts of electric fence? - What it's really like to care for buffalo every day - The surprising stealth (and jumping skills!) of buffalo - The second edition of Ian Thompson's Choctaw Food book (launching soon!) - Crafting traditional bows, arrows, and quivers - Stories from the hunt - how our ancestors approached deer with such skill and respect   This episode is full of stories, surprises, and teachings that connect past and present. Don't miss it! Native ChocTalk Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes:  https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

There are things that money can't buy. It can't buy love, peace, or real friends. But money was what Rick pursued. He worked hard and put his relationship with his Creator aside. It affected his family too... but it all came apart though when Rick was injured.

The Trail of Tears refers to the forced relocation of approximately 60,000 Native Americans from their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States to designated Indian Territory west of the Mississippi River, primarily in present-day Oklahoma, during the 1830s. This tragic event primarily affected the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Seminole nations, collectively known as … Continue reading Episode 469: The Trail of Tears

Rick grew up on a farm in Oklahoma. It was a good life for him. In his youth, he realized that there was something more to this life. He believed that there was a superior being and recognized the need to be right with God. And so in 1968 he made the most important decision of his life. That's were his relationship began with his Creator.

PART 2 On this episode of Native ChocTalk, my cousin, Cheryl and I took a road trip into the heart of Choctaw country to explore the fascinating and little-known history of Tamaha, Oklahoma - a town with stories that are anything but small. As we meandered along banks of the Arkansas River, we met a local gentleman walking his dogs. That chance encounter led me to Tonia Brannan - an unofficial town historian with a deep connection to the land, the stories, and the Choctaw history embedded in the soil who shares it all with me today. From early ferry landings of the Choctaw trading points following Removal, to a Civil War steamboat raid led by Confederate Cherokee General Stand Watie, to the very first prisoner of the Tamaha jail, and even the scrappy boxing legend Wild Wilson Dunn, a Choctaw man who claimed to be Osage and once fought Jethro's dad from the show, The Beverly Hillbillies - Tamaha has seen it all! (By the way - know any Choctaws with the last name Dunn? Let me know!) Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 1 On this episode of Native ChocTalk, my cousin, Cheryl and I took a road trip into the heart of Choctaw country to explore the fascinating and little-known history of Tamaha, Oklahoma - a town with stories that are anything but small. As we meandered along banks of the Arkansas River, we met a local gentleman walking his dogs. That chance encounter led me to Tonia Brannan - an unofficial town historian with a deep connection to the land, the stories, and the Choctaw history embedded in the soil who shares it all with me today. From early ferry landings of the Choctaw trading points following Removal, to a Civil War steamboat raid led by Confederate Cherokee General Stand Watie, to the very first prisoner of the Tamaha jail, and even the scrappy boxing legend Wild Wilson Dunn, a Choctaw man who claimed to be Osage and once fought Jethro's dad from the show, The Beverly Hillbillies - Tamaha has seen it all! (By the way - know any Choctaws with the last name Dunn? Let me know!) Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

"Is it possible to dominate pickleball while defending your daughter's honor?"In this wildly entertaining episode of The Ben and Skin Show, the crew dives headfirst into the chaotic brilliance of everyday life, starting with Ben's hilarious and oddly heroic tale of taking on teenage rivals in a late-night pickleball showdown. Fueled by competitive fire and a $300 paddle revelation, Ben finds himself deep in the pickleball rabbit hole—complete with a new sensei and a burning desire to grip up like a pro.Meanwhile, Kevin Turner battles his aging Achilles and WebMD-induced paranoia. The gang also reminisces about their Choctaw remote broadcast, where distractions ranged from a bikini-clad pregnant woman to a man dressed as two Village People at once—cowboy and construction worker. Yes, with a safety vest indoors.Krystina Ray brings the chill with her matcha obsession, sparking Skin's dream of becoming a “Matcha Man” in a viral Village People parody. And when the conversation turns to the mysterious “Dick Academy,” the jokes fly fast and furious, culminating in KT's accidental deep dive into “Men's Health's Seven Best Paddles”—which, spoiler alert, turns out to be not about pickleball.

In this lesson, Mike presents recent national statistics revealing why many major denominational groups are declining. He then examines how these trends have affected the Choctaw congregation since 1991 and offers practical strategies to help reverse this widespread pattern.

In this absolutely unhinged and wildly entertaining full episode of The Ben and Skin Show, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray — deliver a masterclass in chaos, comedy, and curiosity. From horny tarantulas to turtle peens and an update on Cowboys training camp, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments that will have you laughing out loud and questioning everything you thought you knew about wildlife, celebrities, and turtle anatomy.

PART 2 In this powerful 3-part episode, we dive into the tragic legacy of the Wounded Knee Massacre and its connection to the ongoing fight for Native American religious freedom. My guest, law Professor, Richard Garnett - a Choctaw citizen and expert in religious freedom at Notre Dame - helps unpack what the law *actually* says about Native religious rights, sacred land use, and the balance between tribal sovereignty and U.S. legal systems. From the Ghost Dance to peyote use in the Native American Church, and from religious Acts and the Constitution, we explore how Native faith practices have been criminalized, protected, and misunderstood throughout U.S. history. We also discuss the painful irony that Native communities often need specific legislation just to practice their traditions, unlike many other faiths in America. Professor Garnett shares why religious freedom isn't just about individual rights - it's also about land, language, and the deep communal connection to sacred spaces. If you've ever wondered how law students and Professors at places like Notre Dame are shaping the future or how land rights like those at Oak Flat and beyond are tied to religious liberty, this episode is for you. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 3 In this powerful 3-part episode, we dive into the tragic legacy of the Wounded Knee Massacre and its connection to the ongoing fight for Native American religious freedom. My guest, law Professor, Richard Garnett - a Choctaw citizen and expert in religious freedom at Notre Dame - helps unpack what the law *actually* says about Native religious rights, sacred land use, and the balance between tribal sovereignty and U.S. legal systems. From the Ghost Dance to peyote use in the Native American Church, and from religious Acts and the Constitution, we explore how Native faith practices have been criminalized, protected, and misunderstood throughout U.S. history. We also discuss the painful irony that Native communities often need specific legislation just to practice their traditions, unlike many other faiths in America. Professor Garnett shares why religious freedom isn't just about individual rights - it's also about land, language, and the deep communal connection to sacred spaces. If you've ever wondered how law students and Professors at places like Notre Dame are shaping the future or how land rights like those at Oak Flat and beyond are tied to religious liberty, this episode is for you. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

In this powerful 3-part episode, we dive into the tragic legacy of the Wounded Knee Massacre and its connection to the ongoing fight for Native American religious freedom. My guest, law Professor, Richard Garnett - a Choctaw citizen and expert in religious freedom at Notre Dame - helps unpack what the law *actually* says about Native religious rights, sacred land use, and the balance between tribal sovereignty and U.S. legal systems. From the Ghost Dance to peyote use in the Native American Church, and from religious Acts and the Constitution, we explore how Native faith practices have been criminalized, protected, and misunderstood throughout U.S. history. We also discuss the painful irony that Native communities often need specific legislation just to practice their traditions, unlike many other faiths in America. Professor Garnett shares why religious freedom isn't just about individual rights - it's also about land, language, and the deep communal connection to sacred spaces. If you've ever wondered how law students and Professors at places like Notre Dame are shaping the future or how land rights like those at Oak Flat and beyond are tied to religious liberty, this episode is for you. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

This week we deep dive into the historic bond between the Choctaw Nation with Ireland and how pigeons were domesticated, leading to some absolutely bonkers looking breeds. A listener email tells the story of the first female Native American lawyer to argue a case in front of the US Supreme Court.Episode Tabs:Choctaw and Irish Historyhttps://www.choctawnation.com/about/history/irish-connection/A History of the Pigeonhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/54844/history-pigeonListener Tabs:How a trio of sisters occupied — and saved — a sacred Native cemetery in Kansas City, Kansashttps://www.kcur.org/community/2020-02-08/120-years-ago-this-woman-occupied-and-saved-a-sacred-cemetery-in-kansas-city-kansasThe Manjiro Storyhttps://whitfield-manjiro.org/the-manjiro-story/Email your closed tab submissions to: 500opentabs@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/500OpenTabs500 Open Roads (Google Maps episode guide): https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tg9g2HcUaFAzXGbw7Continue the conversation by joining us on Discord! https://discord.gg/8px5RJHk7aSUPPORT THE SHOW and get 40% off an annual subscription to Nebula by going to nebula.tv/500opentabsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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A widely reported exit poll right after the 2024 presidential election greatly exaggerated the support for President Donald Trump by Native Americans. Native voters, by and large, lean Democrat, but it's clear Native voters supported President Trump more than expected. And since the election, a handful of tribes and Native leaders continue to back the MAGA trend. Louisiana's Tunica-Biloxi Tribe are among the institutions nominating Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, citing his foreign policy and domestic economic agenda. We'll hear from those who think Trump is moving Native interests in the right direction. GUESTS Myron Lizer (Diné). former vice president of the Navajo Nation and professional development consultant for Prestige with Partners LLC Michael Stopp (Cherokee and Muscogee), CEO and president of SevenStar Holdings, LLC Allen Wright (Choctaw), president and founder of the Hustings Group

The main character in Chickasaw writer Danica Nava's debut novel gets into trouble for making some questionable claims about her Chickasaw identity to try and get ahead in the working world. Cherokee citizen Christina Berry writes about an Austin woman's sometimes funny, sometimes heart wrenching desire to start a family. And Karen Kay's historical novel explores an interracial connection on the mid-1800s Great Plains frontier. What each of these books has in common is the quest for true love. They also have honest, complex, and engaging portrayals of Native characters written by Native authors. We'll hear from them about their work and Native representation in modern romance literature. (This is an encore show, so we won't take calls from listeners). GUESTS Danica Nava (Chickasaw), author of The Truth According to Ember Karen Kay (Choctaw), historical romance author Christina Berry (citizen of the Cherokee Nation), contemporary romance author Break 1 Music: Death Row Love Affair (song) Tom Wilson (artist) Break 2 Music: Love Affair (song) Pepper (artist) In with the Old (album)

In today's episode, W. Scott Olsen speaks with Sarah Sense, a Chitimacha and Choctaw artist known for weaving her photographs into traditional basket patterns, blending image, memory, and Indigenous history into powerful visual narratives.You can visit Sarah's website here.This podcast is brought to you by FRAMES, a high-quality quarterly printed photography magazine, and its accompanying international photography membership.Find out more and join FRAMES here.Send us a text

PART 1 In this new season of Native ChocTalk, I sat down with Tiffany Baker, the heart and hands behind Bakers Bar Soapery! Tiffany shares her powerful journey of tracing her Choctaw ancestors — all connected by one common thread: the land. From uncovering family allotments and the deep sentiment of holding onto family land, to the tangled stories of district agents, guardianship scams, and the feisty squabbles between Choctaw mammas — with a bit of Tamaha, Oklahoma town gossip sprinkled in too! Tune in to hear how Tiffany weaves her family's past into her modern-day business, creating soaps that carry the love, land, and legacy of her people — and maybe a bit of Tamaha mischief too.  Listen now and get inspired by the strength that runs through the land — and the families who keep it alive. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 2 In this new season of Native ChocTalk, I sat down with Tiffany Baker, the heart and hands behind Bakers Bar Soapery Tiffany shares her powerful journey of tracing her Choctaw ancestors — all connected by one common thread: the land. From uncovering family allotments and the deep sentiment of holding onto family land, to the tangled stories of district agents, guardianship scams, and the feisty squabbles between Choctaw mammas — with a bit of Tamaha, Oklahoma town gossip sprinkled in too! Tune in to hear how Tiffany weaves her family's past into her modern-day business, creating soaps that carry the love, land, and legacy of her people — and maybe a bit of Tamaha mischief too.   Listen now and get inspired by the strength that runs through the land — and the families who keep it alive. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

PART 3 In this new season of Native ChocTalk, I sat down with Tiffany Baker, the heart and hands behind Bakers Bar Soapery! Tiffany shares her powerful journey of tracing her Choctaw ancestors — all connected by one common thread: the land. From uncovering family allotments and the deep sentiment of holding onto family land, to the tangled stories of district agents, guardianship scams, and the feisty squabbles between Choctaw mammas — with a bit of Tamaha, Oklahoma town gossip sprinkled in too! Tune in to hear how Tiffany weaves her family's past into her modern-day business, creating soaps that carry the love, land, and legacy of her people — and maybe a bit of Tamaha mischief too.  Listen now and get inspired by the strength that runs through the land — and the families who keep it alive.   Native ChocTalk Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast  All Podcast Episodes:  https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

What happens when a homeschooling mom takes her three daughters on a quiet mid-week camping trip—only to be battered by a nighttime rock attack so violent it dents their tent and sends them fleeing under police escort? In this pulse-pounding episode of Bigfoot Society, Jeremiah Byron sits down with Presley, an Oklahoma mother who never believed in Bigfoot—until April 9th at Lake Tenkiller State Park changed everything.From eerie whistles in the cedars and foul, musky odors to a thunder-like crash that rattled the ground, Presley walks us minute-by-minute through a harrowing encounter that left her worldview shattered.You'll hear how 911 dispatch struggled to reach them, why local deputies kept scanning the treeline, and why Lake Tenkiller's shoreline is whispered about in Cherokee and Choctaw lore.

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The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a tribal citizen seeking to avoid paying state income tax, restricting the impact of the nation's highest court's controversial 2020 McGirt decision. Gov. Kevin Stitt said,  “This is a big win for the future of Oklahoma. From day one, I've fought to make sure every Oklahoman is treated equally," Stitt said in a statement. "Tribal governments, liberal groups, and some elected officials have pushed for special tax exemptions that would create a two-tiered system — one set of rules for tribal citizens and another for everyone else. That's wrong. It would divide our state and weaken the public services every family relies on. This ruling makes it clear that attempts to expand McGirt into civil and tax matters have no basis in the law. We are one Oklahoma. And as long as I'm Governor, we aren't going backwards.” A review of McGirt... McGirt v. Oklahoma: A Summary of the Case and Its Historical Context Background and Historical Context The McGirt v. Oklahoma case, decided by the U.S. Supreme Court on July 9, 2020, is a landmark decision in federal Indian law, addressing tribal sovereignty and criminal jurisdiction in Oklahoma. The case centers on the Muscogee (Creek) Nation's reservation and its implications for state versus federal/tribal authority over criminal prosecutions. Its roots trace back to the 19th century, when the U.S. government forcibly relocated the Five Civilized Tribes (Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek, and Seminole) from their southeastern homelands to Indian Territory (modern-day Oklahoma) via the Trail of Tears. The 1833 treaty with the Creek Nation promised a “permanent home” for the tribe, with assurances that no state would govern their lands, allowing self-governance. When Oklahoma became a state in 1907, it assumed criminal jurisdiction over much of the former Indian Territory, including lands reserved for the tribes, despite treaties suggesting otherwise. This practice went largely unchallenged until the McGirt case, which questioned whether the Creek Nation's reservation was ever legally disestablished by Congress. The Case Jimcy McGirt, a Seminole Nation citizen, was convicted in 1997 by an Oklahoma state court in Wagoner County (within the historic Muscogee (Creek) Nation boundaries) for serious sex crimes against a minor, receiving a 500-year sentence and life without parole. McGirt later sought post-conviction relief, arguing that Oklahoma lacked jurisdiction to prosecute him because, as a Native American, his crimes occurred on the Creek Nation's reservation, which he claimed was “Indian country” under the Major Crimes Act (MCA). The MCA (18 U.S.C. §1153) grants exclusive federal jurisdiction over certain major crimes committed by Native Americans in Indian country, defined to include reservation lands (18 U.S.C. §1151).   Finally... Tulsa Mayor Monroe comes to an agreement with the Muskogee Nation.  How will this impact Oklahomans?  What does Tulsa Police Department think of it?  The settlement reads:  “In the best interest of public safety and inter-governmental cooperation, and to settle this matter in lieu of litigating disputes over jurisdiction, the city agrees that it will not exercise criminal jurisdiction over Indian defendants on the (Muscogee) Nation's reservation... This agreement does not preclude the city from exercising criminal jurisdiction pursuant to any lawful, valid and duly authorized delegation of authority from the nation to the city, including law enforcement activities undertaken by the Tulsa Police Department pursuant to the parties' cross-deputization agreement.”  

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Send us a textWhat happens when two metal building dealers pull back the curtain on their real lives? This episode takes a refreshingly candid approach as Jared and Eric share what actually drives them beyond business.The conversation kicks off with Jared explaining how he found unexpected motivation from "Power Moves with Shaquille O'Neal" on Netflix. Watching Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson rebuild the Reebok brand sparked a reflection on his own entrepreneurial journey from shed lot newbie to industry voice. Rather than keeping business and personal separate, the hosts weave them together, demonstrating how passion fuels sustainable success regardless of your industry.In a rare glimpse behind the operational curtain, listeners get to witness Jared craft a complex building quote in real-time for a 60×120 structure in Choctaw, Oklahoma. The multi-step process showcases exactly how pricing decisions get made and highlights why responsive customer service matters more than ever during uncertain economic times. As steel tariffs drive prices up 50% industry-wide, the hosts predict customers will increasingly prioritize reputable dealers over bargain-basement pricing.Perhaps the most significant revelation is the Steel Kings' expansion into pole barns after years of consideration. With concrete regulations tightening in Ohio (now requiring 32-inch footers throughout entire structures) and prices skyrocketing, pole barns present a strategic alternative that many customers find attractive. This business pivot comes alongside Jared's personal transformation – his 18-month sobriety journey that has redirected energy back into growing the business.Want a glimpse of what successful dealers discuss when they think no one's listening? This episode delivers exactly that while reminding you that behind every business are real people battling real challenges. Subscribe now and join the conversation about where the industry is heading next.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: J Money LLCRealwork LabsShed Geek Marketing

A change to Oklahoma primaries goes before the state supreme court today.OKC is holding a parade for its NBA Champions.The Choctaw Nation is honoring its veteran Code Talkers.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Blue Sky and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

#027 Step into the rich heritage of the American West as Clay Forst shares the remarkable story of Stewart Ranch, Oklahoma's oldest continuously family-owned ranch dating back to 1868. As the sixth generation steward of this legacy, Clay offers a fascinating glimpse into modern ranching life while explaining how his family has adapted their traditional cattle operation to thrive in today's world.Clay walks us through the fascinating journey of how a calf becomes the steak on your plate, changing hands up to six times over 18-24 months. Meanwhile, his 70-year-old mother Terry (affectionately known as "Miss T") continues to ride daily, breed performance quarter horses, and display remarkable resilience—even recovering from being trampled by cattle to brand calves just weeks later.The conversation shifts to Clay's development of Stewart Ranch Outfitters, which he's built from humble beginnings in 2009 to a premier hunting destination. We explore his decision to construct an extraordinary hunting lodge rather than a utilitarian facility, revealing how this calculated risk represents an investment in future generations. "It really boils down to legacy," Clay explains. "What can I leave for my boys in the next generation to grab ahold of and make their own?"Along the way, Clay shares hilarious stories about his Lab, Choctaw, including a memorable moment when he accidentally tried to command someone else's dog during a goose hunt. These lighter moments perfectly balance the deeper discussions about faith, family, and purposeful risk-taking that have sustained this remarkable operation for over 150 years.Whether you're fascinated by the cowboy lifestyle, interested in conservation and land management, or simply appreciate stories of family businesses adapting to changing times, this episode offers authentic insight into an American tradition that continues to evolve while honoring its roots. Subscribe now and join us for more conversations with passionate outdoors people who are creating their own legacies.

“What happens when a sweet lady named Sue hijacks your live broadcast at a casino?”In this unforgettable episode of The Ben and Skin Show, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray—take you deep into the wild, unscripted magic of their live show from Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Oklahoma. What starts as a standard broadcast quickly spirals into a hilarious, off-the-rails adventure featuring surprise guests, tongue-twisting fails, and a license plate that will haunt your dreams.Sue, the unexpected star of the show, walks up mid-broadcast, puts on Ben's headset, and delivers the now-iconic line: “I always have a great time.”Skin's epic on-air fail trying to recall a Radiohead song: “Have you ever noticed how much this riff sounds like… oh, I forgot the name of it now.”Ben's discovery of a license plate that reads “GILF WIFE” and the team's plan to get Ben a custom plate that says “GLFKLLR” (Gilf Killer).KT's battle with the word “regularly” and the team's breakdown of the English language's most treacherous terms: “Just say ‘with regularity' and you'll never get got.”

“Have you ever stumbled across a forest in the middle of Dallas?”That's the question that kicks off a surprisingly heartfelt and hilarious episode of The Ben and Skin Show, as Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray uncover the story behind one of the most exciting new music venues in North Texas: the Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater.Nestled just one mile south of Downtown Dallas and tucked behind the historic Longhorn Ballroom, this soon-to-open 6,500-capacity amphitheater is more than just a concert space—it's a symbol of revitalization, community, and killer live music. KT breaks the news with his signature “veteran news anchor” flair, and Skin shares his exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the venue, courtesy of Dallas music legend Edwin Cabaniss.

It started with a murder...but what followed was silence. And for one Choctaw family, that silence lasted for generations. In this gripping two-part series, we dive into a mystery that stretches across time - a broken bloodline, a forgotten story, and the journey to uncover the truth. It begins with the unsolved killing of Adam Wilkins, who served as a Choctaw Indian Police and interpreter — and the great-grandfather of my guest, Amy Lemmer. Still, as we've seen in true Choctaw fashion, this isn't just a story about loss - it's about legacy. Because Amy's family didn't let that tragedy define them. In the previous series, her father, Woodrow Wilkins, Jr., gave us a window into a nearly 100-year life — telling stories of his childhood, his first picture show, his service in the military, and the deep cultural threads that tie their family to Choctaw history. Now, Amy steps in to pick up where the silence began - and perhaps, where healing begins, too. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

It started with a murder...but what followed was silence. And for one Choctaw family, that silence lasted for generations. In this gripping two-part series, we dive into a mystery that stretches across time - a broken bloodline, a forgotten story, and the journey to uncover the truth. It begins with the unsolved killing of Adam Wilkins, who served as a Choctaw Indian Police and interpreter — and the great-grandfather of my guest, Amy Lemmer. Still, as we've seen in true Choctaw fashion, this isn't just a story about loss - it's about legacy. Because Amy's family didn't let that tragedy define them. In the previous series, her father, Woodrow Wilkins, Jr., gave us a window into a nearly 100-year life — telling stories of his childhood, his first picture show, his service in the military, and the deep cultural threads that tie their family to Choctaw history. Now, Amy steps in to pick up where the silence began - and perhaps, where healing begins, too. Native ChocTalk Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nativechoctalkpodcast All Podcast Episodes: https://nativechoctalk.com/podcasts/

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Jason and Rosie are finally sinking their teeth into the movie of the year, Ryan Coogler’s Sinners! Plus, Jason's omnibus takes us even deeper into the history of the Choctaw–Irish bond from famine to Sinners. Then, Rosie sits down with the directors of Final Destination: Bloodlines, Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, to dissect some of the best horror moments in the franchise's history! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer-songwriter Samantha Crain wasn't sure if she'd ever be able to make music again after a car accident left her without the ability to play instruments or physically write songs. Samantha talks with Marc about her recovery and how her physical improvement coincided with the evolution of her artistic confidence. Samantha also explains her family's storied history of powerlifting, the influence of Jason Molina, and why she feels it's important to write and perform songs in the Choctaw language. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.