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The Dadiwonsi Adult Language Program in North Carolina just welcomed its first graduates in the Cherokee Language. The program is part of an extensive network to develop new fluent Cherokee speakers on and around the Qualla Boundary. And a translation effort hopes to connect modern Cherokees with past culture keepers, Inoli and Will West Long.

The Dadiwonsi Adult Language Program in North Carolina just welcomed its first graduates in the Cherokee Language. The program is part of an extensive network to develop new fluent Cherokee speakers on and around the Qualla Boundary. And a translation effort hopes to connect modern Cherokees with past culture keepers, Inoli and Will West Long. GUESTS Tom Belt (Cherokee Nation), retired WCU Cherokee Language Program Coordinator Cailon Garland (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), recent graduate of the Snowbird Adult Immersion Cherokee Language Program  Cassidy Galaviz (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), language specialist and teacher of the Cherokee language

On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 the Cherokee Indian Police Department, FBI, and BIA made an arrest in connection to the murder of 26 year old EBCI enrolled member Marie Walkingstick Pheasant. It's been 10 years since her body was found inside a burned vehicle on the Qualla Boundary in North Carolina with no arrests or charges. We have been waiting for this day.

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians citizens overwhelmingly voted in favor of allowing recreational cannabis use on the tribe's reservation. If approved by the tribal council, the Qualla Boundary could be positioned as the only location for legal marijuana sales in the southeastern United States. Supporters say it is necessary to diversify a tribal economy heavily dependent on gaming. But they'll have to persevere against opposition including some tribal officials and at least one North Carolina congressman who proposes withholding public funds from tribes that utilize their sovereign right to sell cannabis.

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians citizens overwhelmingly voted in favor of allowing recreational cannabis use on the tribe's reservation. If approved by the tribal council, the Qualla Boundary could be positioned as the only location for legal marijuana sales in the southeastern United States. Supporters say it is necessary to diversify a tribal economy heavily dependent on gaming. But they'll have to persevere against opposition including some tribal officials and at least one North Carolina congressman who proposes withholding public funds from tribes that utilize their sovereign right to sell cannabis. GUESTS Forrest Parker (member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), general manager for Qualla Enterprises, LLC   Mary Jane Oatman (Nez Perce and Delaware Tribe descendant), founder of the Indigenous Cannabis Coalition & THC Magazine and the executive director of the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association  Tom Rodgers (Blackfeet), founder of Carlyle Consulting and the Global Indigenous Council, an advocacy organization focusing on Native American issues

North Carolina hasn't legalized the growth or sale of marijuana yet, but the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, on the Qualla Boundary, are a sovereign nation. Two years ago, the Tribal Council approved the growth and sale of medicinal marijuana for Tribal members and just last month opened their program to anyone living in North Carolina, though its dispensary hasn't opened yet.Jennifer Emert, an investigative reporter with WLOS-TV, recently produced a three-part series for the station about the tribe's program and the prospects for statewide legalization. We talk through her reporting, including some tension within the tribe about the program's fiscal responsibility and what the impact of state legalization might mean for the region's CBD and hemp industries.Support The Overlook by joining our Patreon campaign!Advertise your event on The Overlook.Instagram: AVLoverlook | Facebook: AVLoverlook | Twitter: AVLoverlookListen and Subscribe: All episodes of The OverlookThe Overlook theme song, "Maker's Song," comes courtesy of the Asheville band The Resonant Rogues.Podcast Asheville © 2023

Today on Native America Calling, as we head into the three-day weekend, Shawn Spruce takes you to a place that knows how to celebrate with family-friendly cultural authenticity - for a special live broadcast from Cherokee, NC. This year, the Eastern Band of Cherokee marks the 47th year for their annual powwow. The tribe promises an "explosion" of regalia, dancing competitions, food, crafts, and music - and we'll learn more about the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee history in the Southeast with fancy dancer Eric Bird; Museum of the Cherokee Indian director Shana Bushyhead Condill; Daniel Tramper, Deer Clan Productions owner and powwow organizer; and Frieda Saylor, clinical director of Behavioral Health Services at Cherokee Indian Hospital.

Today on Native America Calling, as we head into the three-day weekend, Shawn Spruce takes you to a place that knows how to celebrate with family-friendly cultural authenticity - for a special live broadcast from Cherokee, NC. This year, the Eastern Band of Cherokee marks the 47th year for their annual powwow. The tribe promises an "explosion" of regalia, dancing competitions, food, crafts, and music - and we'll learn more about the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee history in the Southeast with fancy dancer Eric Bird; Museum of the Cherokee Indian director Shana Bushyhead Condill; Daniel Tramper, Deer Clan Productions owner and powwow organizer; and Frieda Saylor, clinical director of Behavioral Health Services at Cherokee Indian Hospital.

Sonny Ledford is a bird-clan Cherokee, cultural ambassador, artisan,  & Warrior of AniKituhwah hailing from the Qualla Boundary surrounding Cherokee, North Carolina. Instantly engrossing, Sonny describes his ancestral land, the Trail of Tears, guerrilla warfare & war paint. For his first story, we hear of a numinous performance of The Warrior Dance at Colonial Williamsburg.  From there it's an immersion into the old ways: Sequoyah [inventor of the Cherokee syllabary]; fish & bear traps; blowguns; hunting with wolves; ear gauges; pipes; clan mothers; a strict amorous taboo; & praying to The Creator. For Sonny's second story, he tells of a community encounter with The Deer Woman. We close this epic episode on a bigfoot landmark, boarding schools, & traditional masks.Plan a trip to Cherokee North Carolina , visit The Museum of the Cherokee Indian & check out Sonny's troop, The Warriors of AnikituhwahSupport Our Numinous Nature on Patreon.Follow Our Numinous Nature & my naturalist illustrations on InstagramCheck out my shop of shirts, prints, and books featuring my artContact: herbaceoushuman@gmail.com

This week we will be having some real talk on the subject of how to f*ck up better. Our guest Angel is a mixed, Indigenous (Eastern Band Cherokee, rooted in Qualla Boundary, NC, living in Oakland, CA on unceded occupied Ohlone land) and white, two spirit non-binary leatherdyke activist who has been teaching, speaking and organizing for justice for the last two-plus decades. The intersections of sex, gender and racial justice is where she puts her attention in the community. They are completely committed to keeping political, anti-capitalist queerness front and center in his work and in his life. You can follow Angel @folsomstreet Angel Adeyoha IG: @folsomstreet https://www.folsomstreet.org/ TW: @FolsomStEvents http://angeladeyoha.com/fuckupbetter/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nika-cherrelle/support

This week on Inside Appalachia, we're talking with the creators of the “Black in Appalachia” podcast about their recent mountain road trip through the coalfields. Also in this episode, we learn about how debates over LGBTQ issues are playing out on the Qualla Boundary, in Western North Carolina. The Eastern Band of Cherokee doesn't recognize same-sex marriage. But some LGBTQ members have spent the last several months trying to change that.

This week on Inside Appalachia, we're talking with the creators of the “Black in Appalachia” podcast about their recent mountain road trip through the coalfields. “What we saw on our trip mirrors very well the things that we have been thinking about, and talking about,” said the show's co-host Enkeshi El-Amin. “In some ways it's affirming, but also it's sad, that these are the struggles that Black folks are having across the board.” Also in this episode, we learn about how debates over LGBTQ issues are playing out on the Qualla Boundary, in Western North Carolina. The Eastern Band of Cherokee doesn't recognize same-sex marriage. But some LGBTQ members have spent the last several months trying to change that. We'll also hear how some renters in Pittsburgh don't feel safe in their homes, due to rodents, roaches and leaky roofs. And a nurse in Appalachian, Tennessee shares her memories of growing up in the 1930s, and how she found her profession.

Back in April, host Kami Ahrens was joined by Blue Ridge Public Radio reporter Lilly Knoepp on an interview with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indian's first published author, Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle. Born and raised on the Qualla Boundary, Annette shares stories from her childhood at the foot of the Smokies. In fall 2020, Annette released her debut novel, Even As We Breathe, which explores the American culture during World War II from an indigenous perspective.

Medical marijuana will soon be legal on the Qualla Boundary . BPR shares the details - including a timeline for when people can buy it: The Eastern Band of Cherokee started looking into legalizing medical marijuana over five years ago. For Jeremy Wilson of the tribe's Cannabis Commission, this month's vote by the Tribal Council to legalize it is a relief. "It's been surreal. You know, not everything is impossible just because it's really hard," said Wilson, who is Governmental Affairs Liaison for the tribe. Now the nuts and bolts: When will medical marijuana be available on the Qualla Boundary? "My hopeful timeline is that we can get something established and doors open in 12 months," said Wilson. The tribe needs time to grow its supply chain and create a control board which will regulate the sale of cannabis and approve medical marijuana cards for those with health conditions. The board will be nominated by Principal Chief Richard Sneed and confirmed by Tribal Council. There are 15

Dr. Natalie Welch is a model for giving back to her community.  She speaks about her journey from her beloved family and community, the Qualla Boundary, in North Carolina, to Linfield University in Oregon.  Natalie talks about the importance of sharing our stories and honoring sports that are so important to Native communities.  Natalie is the host of the podcast, Creative Native. Support the show (https://www.familiasenaccion.org/donate/)

Last week, a North Carolina task force commissioned by Governor Roy Cooper recommended small amounts of marijuana be decriminalized. It also says legalization should be studied. On the Qualla Boundary, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is already moving forward to legalize medical marijuana. At the end of last month, the tribal council moved forward with its own plan to bring medical marijuana to Western North Carolina. Secretary of Agriculture, Joey Owle has been working at legalize marijuana since 2015. "I mean, we've come a long way since 2015 when it was just a small advocacy group," said Owle. Since then, the attitudes toward marijuana have really changed, says Owle. Six mores states legalized some form of marijuana on Election Day this month. North Carolina seems slow to join that movement but this doesn't matter for the Eastern Band. As a sovereign nation, they have their own laws. Owle says that talking with a member of the Paiutes in Nevada who have a recreational marijuana

Last week, a North Carolina task force commissioned by Governor Roy Cooper recommended small amounts of marijuana be decriminalized. It also says legalization should be studied. On the Qualla Boundary, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is already moving forward to legalize medical marijuana. At the end of last month, the tribal council moved forward with its own plan to bring medical marijuana to Western North Carolina. Secretary of Agriculture, Joey Owle has been working at legalize marijuana since 2015. "I mean, we've come a long way since 2015 when it was just a small advocacy group," said Owle. Since then, the attitudes toward marijuana have really changed, says Owle. Six mores states legalized some form of marijuana on Election Day this month. North Carolina seems slow to join that movement but this doesn't matter for the Eastern Band. As a sovereign nation, they have their own laws. Owle says that talking with a member of the Paiutes in Nevada who have a recreational marijuana

Dogwood Health Trust, the foundation created to disburse the profits of the sale of Mission Health, is required to host an annual public meeting. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic the meeting was hosted via Zoom this week. About 600 people virtually attended Dogwood Health Trust's first annual public meeting. Janice Brumit, chair of the Dogwood board, reports the foundation has given out about $40 million in total across the 18-county region it covers including the Qualla Boundary. "We feel that $40 million is a pretty respectable number. We certainly plan to do better next year," says Brumit. That figure is under the $50 million that Dogwood had planned to spend, but COVID-19 changed everything, according to Brumit. She say that next year the foundation will spend $65 million. The foundation promised $10 million specifically for needs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic in March . Brumit says so far $8.5 million has gone to COVID-19 testing, PPE, and wi-fi hot spots. "We're going to

This month's update on the coronavirus focuses on the threat it presents to indigenous communities. We "sat down"--virtually, of course--with Dakota Brown, program director at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, and citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Dakota shared the Eastern Band's quick response to the virus, and how it has impacted life and business on the Qualla Boundary. 

Both the Qualla Boundary and Graham County have put in place restricted travel for non-residents. Residents in an other rural count y are calling for s imilar measures. On Monday, Whittier resident Kellie Marr started a petition to ask Swain County commissioners to shut the county's borders. The petition has already garnered almost 700 signatures. "Every case around us has been from a different state. It's like we're standing at our exits with open arms saying, 'Welcome Corona,'" says Marr. Marr works in Bryson City. She says she hasn't seen a huge increase in out-of-town visitors but now their impact is much larger than before. "What did you bring with you? You brought your luggage. Did you also bring the virus?'," says Marr. Her father owns R&G Maytag Repair and UHaul Rental and she says she's been recently laid off as the secretary because of the virus. Marr says she's happy that Swain County Commissioners passed a measure on Monday to close lodging accommodations. She hopes

The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations.

The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations.

Travel west through the North Carolina mountains on Highway 74 and you’ll enter the Qualla Boundary, the 100 square mile home of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. You’re welcome there. In fact, the Tribe is hoping you’ll stop by. This community is betting on more than gaming to grow the local economy. They’re counting on tourism.

Travel west through the North Carolina mountains on Highway 74 and you’ll enter the Qualla Boundary, the 100 square mile home of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. You’re welcome there. In fact, the Tribe is hoping you’ll stop by. This community is betting on more than gaming to grow the local economy. They’re counting on tourism.

Tune in with this week's episode of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast featuring Ed Sharpe as he discusses Medicine Man Crafts and Cherokee craftsmanship.Joseph is joined by our special guest, Ed Sharpe, Owner and Operator of Medicine Man Crafts in Cherokee N.C.The business, founded by Tom Underwood in 1963, and later sold to Kay Sharpe—Ed's late mother – is one of the oldest and most prestigious purveyors of authentic Cherokee crafts on the Qualla Boundary. Ed is also an avid hiker and nature photographer –is proud to carry on the great legacy of true Cherokee culture created by Tom Underwood and Kay Sharpe.You will hear from him the history of Cherokee crafts and how the tradition has been passed down to him. Don't miss this fun interview! Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.