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In this powerful episode, we meet Alastair Lee Bitsóí from Naschitti, Navajo Nation, New Mexico, a water clan storyteller whose journey weaves together traditional Indigenous wisdom and modern advocacy. From the challenges of water access affecting one-third of Navajo households to the unexpected healing power of an ancient Four Corners potato, Alastair shares how returning to the land has become a path toward personal and community healing.
🌱 Through stories of water harvesting, traditional farming, and generational healing, Alastair reveals how Indigenous knowledge systems continue to thrive and adapt in today's world. Join host Frank Oscar Weaver for an intimate conversation about resilience, restoration, and the profound connection between land and healing.
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Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of historical trauma and mental health challenges.
Crisis Support: Native Crisis Line partners with Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board and the Indian Health Service. Text NATIVE to 741-741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
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💫 Learn more at: www.indigenousearth.org
Share Your Thoughts: Help shape our show: www.indigenousearth.org/survey/2024-survey/
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Host: Frank Oscar Weaver @frankoscarweaver
Guest: Alastair Lee Bitsóí @alastairbitsoi
Music Credit:
Traditional Flute Performance: Andrew Thomas (Diné), Product Specialist at Indian Pueblo Store Production
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In this powerful episode, we meet Alastair Lee Bitsóí from Naschitti, Navajo Nation, New Mexico, a water clan storyteller whose journey weaves together traditional Indigenous wisdom and modern advocacy. From the challenges of water access affecting one-third of Navajo households to the unexpected healing power of an ancient Four Corners potato, Alastair shares how returning to the land has become a path toward personal and community healing.
🌱 Through stories of water harvesting, traditional farming, and generational healing, Alastair reveals how Indigenous knowledge systems continue to thrive and adapt in today's world. Join host Frank Oscar Weaver for an intimate conversation about resilience, restoration, and the profound connection between land and healing.
✨ Key Highlights:
🌎
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of historical trauma and mental health challenges.
Crisis Support: Native Crisis Line partners with Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board and the Indian Health Service. Text NATIVE to 741-741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
🌎
💫 Learn more at: www.indigenousearth.org
Share Your Thoughts: Help shape our show: www.indigenousearth.org/survey/2024-survey/
Connect with us on Instagram:
Host: Frank Oscar Weaver @frankoscarweaver
Guest: Alastair Lee Bitsóí @alastairbitsoi
Music Credit:
Traditional Flute Performance: Andrew Thomas (Diné), Product Specialist at Indian Pueblo Store Production
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