Jeannie Nayoumealuk, founder of Apataka Translations, joins Beatrice and Tanya to talk about sobriety, entrepreneurship, language preservation, and the power of lateral kindness in Inuit communities. From navigating her first interpreting gig at age eight to building a thriving Inuit-led business, Jeannie shares how healing, language, and cultural pride fuel her work. Plus, a candid conversation on lateral violence, online negativity, and finding strength through community and compassion.

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Jeannie Nayoumealuk - Guest

Beatrice Deer - Host / Producer

Tanya Innaarulik - Host

Laurel Sprengelmeyer - Guest Host

Christopher McCarron - Technical Director / Audio Engineer

Jeremie Saunders - Producer / DP / Editor

Michael Felber - Producer / Director / Creator

Marty Kinack - Audio Mixing and Mastering

Special thanks to Ungaluk and NIIA programs for their support.

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