Indigenous 150+

Indigenous 150+

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Indigenous 150+ episodes

  • Back to the Culture: A Right of Passage

    Marie Bowering, a mixed-Mohawk woman and dedicated youth worker, from the Niagara region, discusses the benefits and drawbacks that come with reclaiming identity through Indigenous Based Education. Her story and journey of well-briety takes place over 25 years; from chosing sobriety and connecting with the Niagara Regional Friendship Centre, to accessing indigenous education and becoming a mentor to many of the Indigenous youth in her community. Hosted by Amanda-Elizabeth.

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    Follow Amanada-Elizabeth's upcoming podcast "The Urban Indigenous" join: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1201800430359365

    Follow Marie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2Communityhelper

    To follow Amanda Elizabeth on Tiktok: @amandaelizabeth199509

    28 min
  • Rising, Thriving and Vibing: Building Community with Healing and Humour

    In this episode hosted by Kathleen Doxtator, we meet the cycle-breaker and host of Rising Thriving and Vibing Podcast, Kesha Tipewan. Kesha joins us from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where the conversation holds space for sharing the highs and lows of her healing journey, language learning, and making the life-changing choices to live an anti-toxic and alcohol-free and lifestyle.

    To follow Yakotshanuni (Kathleen Doxtator) on Tiktok, Instagram and Youtube: @Yakotshanuni

    To follow Yakotashanui's new podcast DIVINE REZOLUTIONS.

    To follow Rising Vibing and Thriving on Tiktok, Instagram and Facebook: @rising.thriving.vibing

    To follow Kesha for daily content on IG, Tiktok and Youtube: @keshaheals

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    26 min
  • Creating Magic & Meaning: Dance, Movement and Tattooing with Simik Komaksiutiksak

    Host Zorga Quanaq speaks with Simik Komaksiutiksak, a two-spirit Inuk dancer and movement artist from Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, raised in Ottawa. They explore Inuit culture, self-expression and harm reduction through art, movement and dance.

    To follow Simik on instagram: @komak_komak

    To follow Zorga's upcoming podcast on Instagram: @inuverypodcast

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    43 min
  • Nakuset & The Montréal Native Women's Shelter: Restoring lives with Care

    MMIWG2ST+ activist Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau and Nakuset, from Native Women's Shelter of Montreal discuss the harms of youth protection, homelessness and other harsh realities facing Indigenous peoples. The conversation turns to the dreams and simple solutions that are being actualized, what government should prioritize, and an invitation to work together for what is possible.

    To learn more about MIYOSKAMIN - the NWSM Second Stage Housing Project: http://www.nwsm.info/miyoskamin

    To like and follow the Iskweu project: https://www.facebook.com/Iskweu or https://www.instagram.com/iskweu/

    To follow Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau: https://www.tiktok.com/@arcticfrostbyte

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    46 min
  • Auntie Up!: Defining a True Indigenous Lens and Why it Matters

    Host Nika Paziuk turns the mic on Jolene Banning and Kim Wheeler, co-hosts and producers who share their orgin story of Auntie Up!. They discuss the importance of a true Indigeous lens, and their committment to creating new narratives by showcasing women knowledge keepers across Turtle Island. Jolene and Kim show us how to Auntie Up! And how Aunties are the grassroots of our community.

    Join us for a Virtual Listening Party hosted by AUNTIE UP!'s Jolene Banning on August 18th, 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 9pm ET to meet the creators of Season 3 and hear highlights from upcoming episodes!

    For all things Auntie Up!: https://makwacreative.ca/auntie-up

    To follow Nika Paziuk and her upcoming podcast Modern Métis: https://www.facebook.com/modernmetis/

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    48 min
  • Season 3: Indigenous 150+ Celebrating Voices Coast to Coast to Coast

    Indigenous 150+ celebrates a new season with 30+ episodes celebrating Indigenous knowledge keepers, podcasters, community leaders and change makers from coast to coast to coast. All of the stories are produced and hosted by 10 new creators and graduates of the 2022 Introduction to Podcast Training program. Join us for a diverse range of stories that celebrate First Nations, Métis and Inuit voices. Don't miss the first episode which turns the mic on the indomitable hosts of the Auntie Up! Podcast, Jolene Banning and Kim Wheeler.

    Join us for a VIRTUAL LISTENING PARTY hosted by AUNTIE UP!'s Jolene Banning on August 18th, 2022 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 9pm ET to meet the creators of Season 3 and hear highlights from upcoming episodes!

    For event details and to join the Virtual Listening Party on Zoom: https://goodinfluencefilms.com/listening-party

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    3 min
  • Walking the Red Road / Ep 2 Breaking Point : Recovering (Part 2)

    In this episode of "Walking the Red Road" the conversation between Jim and Michelle about the impacts of trauma in their lives continues, with a shift and focus towards their recoveries. with a shift and focus towards their recoveries. They discuss some of the things that worked for them like community, discovering self-worth as well as the importance of cultivating empathy, understanding, and connecting to culture.

    This episode may be difficult to listen to, especially for those who have experienced sexualized violence. Please take care when listening. If you need support the First Nations and Inuit Hotline can be contacted at 1-855-242-3310.

    Walking the Red Road was developed by Good Influence Films in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists Project and the Inspirit Foundation. The music in this episode is "The Strong Woman Song" by Lisa Muswagon and Raven Hart-Bellecourt.

    You can catch the next episode of Walking the Red Road by following @Miishiikwe on Instagram.

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    Thank you for listening!

    49 min
  • Walking the Red Road - Ep. 2 Breaking Point (Part 1): Surviving
    In this episode of "Walking the Red Road", Sámi speaker, Jim Mandelin, and author of "Life Worth Dying For" shares the hardships of bullying, violence, systemic racism and the breaking point which led him on a path of drugs, whiskey, gangs and his ultimate death at the age of 22. This episode may be difficult listening for some and we invite you to please take care while listening. If you need support don't hesitate to contact the First Nations and Inuit Hotline at 1-855-242-3310.

    Walking The Red Road is hosted and produced by Michelle Jarvis.

    Michelle is Anishnaabekwe with Polish and Bulgarian heritage. Having experienced the impacts of intergenerational trauma from a young age, Michelle experienced many upheavals including living on the streets of Toronto from the age of 12 to 16. She is now clean and living a lifelong journey of healing, and self-discovery. She has spent the last two years in the non-profit sector working to help those walking in the shoes she once occupied.

    Walking The Red Road was developed in the Advanced Digital Storytelling program developed by Good Influence Films in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists Project and Inspirit Foundation. The music in this episode is Strong Woman Song by Lisa Muswagon and Raven Hart-Bellecourt. You can catch Breaking Point Part 2: Thriving, where Jim and Michelle discuss their roads to recovery, by subscribing to the Indigenous 150+ podcast. You can follow Michelle on Instagram @miishiikwe.

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    32 min
  • Gigashki'ewizimin ("we do things because of our power") - Ep 2 - Identity and the Gifts of Ojibwemowin

    In this episode of the Gigashki'ewizimin ("we do things because of our power"), host Tamika-Jo Andy speaks with Nyleta Belgarde, a Turtle Mountain member and language-keeper talk about their language journeys, the gifts and relationship of language to Anishinaabe Identity, and important tips on how to revitalize Ojibwemowin.

    Gigashki'ewizimin was created and hosted by Tamika-Jo Andy, of Big Grassy River First Nation now living in Dakota and Ojiway Territory, Bemidji, Minnesota.

    It was created as part of the Good Influence Advanced Digital Storytelling and Podcast training program supporting emerging creatives and storytellers with story mentoring by Jolene Banning, of Makwa Creative.

    For the next episode of Gigashki'ewizimin follow @gigashkiewizimin_podcast on instagram and follow host Tamika-Jo @tamikajotho, also on instgram.

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    38 min
  • Migwitétmeg ( "we remember") / Ep 2: Sacred Medicines & Ceremony

    Elder Jean Bartibogue, a Mi'kmaq Elder from the community of Esgenoôpetitj shares her journey from a young girl to Clan Mother of the Jagej (Lobster) Clan. Beginning with the traumatic days at Indian Day school, Jean traces with host Julianna Peter-Paul, her return to her culture, the importance of the four sacred medicines, ceremony and her present day passion to pass on her teachings to the youth of her community.

    Julianna Peter-Paul is a podcaster from Metepenagiag Mikmaq Nation, who has a passion for storytelling, indigenous ways of being, and oral history. Her creative inspiration stems from the land and water along with stories that have been passed down to her. Julianna began podcasting in 2020 and is dedicated to preserving and passing down her culture.

    Migwitétmeg was developed in the Advanced Digital Storytelling Program created by Good Influence Films in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists Project and the Inspirit Foundation.

    For more episodes of Migwitétmeg ("we remember") follow host Julianna Peter-Paul on instagram @julppaul

    To learn more about the Indigenous 150+ initiative and media training programs please follow Indigenous 150+ on social media and join our community newsletter: https://goodinfluencefilms.com/podsubscribe

    22 min

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Change makers from across Canada celebrate Indigenous voices and cultures as they share the stories of First Peoples and the land.