During this episode, we’ll learn about the relationship between humans and butterflies, and hear from a Tribal member who has been exploring her ancestry and Tribal culture. CPN Language Department Director Justin Neely also teaches Potawatomi words about spring.

Waskonédo – flower; Tkep – spring; Mokjewen – bubbling spring; Mnokme – Spring (as in the season); Gtegan – garden; Gte'gé – He or she gardens; Ogeni waskonedo – rose; Demen – strawberry; Nenwesh – milkweed plant; Mémégé – butterfly; Mdemoze-ngwabjegen – rainbow; Gmowen – raining; Kwansegebisa – downpour; Kiwgemek – storm cellar; Jigwé – thunder; Jigwe wepojgewen – thunder bolt; Pskazhé – bloom; Wawyasto – tornado