Food Sovereignty | Episode 1 | January 4, 2024 The premiere episode of season 20 explores the different ways Indigenous peoples practice food sovereignty. An Ojibwe Chef shares his heritage with his new restaurant Miijim on Madeline Island. We also break down how an organization called Dream of Wild Health has created the Indigenous Food Network to support urban Native youth. Indigenous Education | Episode 2 | January 11, 2024 From finding ways to re-introduce cultural teachings into education systems to nurturing knowledge at a higher level and exercising tribal rights, this episode explores what’s being done in Indian country in terms of education and the practice of sovereign rights. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our elders. Exploring South Dakota | Episode 3 | January 18, 2024 Travel to the Black Hills of South Dakota and meet the first Indigenous CEO of Crazy Horse Memorial, the world’s largest rock carving. Plus, learn about what kind of community-led resources are available on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation through the nonprofit One Spirit. Encouraging Learning and Creativity Episode 4 | January 25, 2024 This week on Native Report focuses on the creative ways people are sharing their heritage, from encouraging the learning of language through games with the Creator of Nashke Native Games Tony Drews to Mark Mindt inspiring children with his Dakota heritage through an Indigenous superhero. Plus meet the creators of Black Bears and Blueberries Publishing providing stories and illustrations.
Moments in History | Episode 5 | February 1, 2024 We look back at a moment in history: the 1972 court decision known as Gurnoe vs. the State of Wisconsin where sovereign rights to fish and hunt were tested. Plus, we share how we look at how treaties are recognized and celebrated today and how the Grand Portage National Monument is making history. Sharing Heritage | Episode 6 | February 8, 2024 This episode gives a deeper look at how some Indigenous peoples are sharing their culture and heritage in modern-day settings. Meet Giiwedin, a famous TikToker from Leech Lake, who shares Ojibwe culture with younger generations and the Woodland Sky Native American Dance Company who partnered with the Grand Rapids Ballet to give a once-in-a-lifetime performance.
Building and Honoring Legacy | Episode 7 February 15, 2024
The penultimate episode of season 20 explores how some Minnesota Indigenous communities are building a legacy. We learn about how Prairie Island is reintroducing bison onto the reservation. We go to White Earth and learn how one of the first dispensaries in Minnesota is on a reservation. Plus, we see some of the nation’s best stick-ball players gathered for a community-led tournament. Spreading Awareness for Intergenerational Trauma Episode 8 | February 22, 2024 We interviewed boarding school descendant Linda LeGarde Grover to get some historical context about the dark underbelly of boarding schools. Then we speak with Indigenous musician Keith Secola who wrote a song called “Say Your Name,” which is a tribute to all the ancestors who lived and died during their time at these schools.
Woodland Sky Native American Dance Company preforms with the Grand Rapids Ballet
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