Today we dive into some numerology!

Specifically the number 4 - a sacred number for the Kwak'wala-speaking people.

4 seasons, 4 directions, 4 repeated phrases... it's a number that appears many times in the natural world and the culture.

And not only in the legends. In the art, dance and even architecture, once you know to look for it, you can find 4 in many places.

Hint: you can also find it in our show's cover photo ;)

We also discuss how numerology plays both sacred and casual roles in other cultures.

And how having these consistent patterns builds cultural identity.

Also, how varying "Traditions of 4" led to confusion and clashes between the First Nations and Europeans.

Where can you find the number 4 in your own life?

Are there other numbers that hold a special role or meaning for you?

Let us know!

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Introducing the Immersive Audiobook: "Echoes of Our Elders".

Listen Now:

https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Echoes_of_Our_Elders?id=AQAAAEAq8XaxTM&hl=en_SG

Hey it's a BIG day for us at the show!

Before we began recording a podcast, we had a vision for an audiobook.

Featuring the ancient legends - masterfully told by Long Claw - and enhanced sound design, to bring them to life like never before.

Today we are thrilled to share our first audiobook is now LIVE!

"Echoes of Our Elders" features several of the legends you've heard here on the podcast:

• The Wolf and The Deer
• Grandmother Loon
• Raven and the Box of Daylight
• Beaver Face

All fully enhanced with sound FX that bring them alive like never before.

This has been a true passion project for us, and we are delighted to share a short sample of what you will find on the audiobook.

(We definitely recommend listening with headphones)

Digital copies can be found on most audiobook libraries, with the exception of Audible.

For those interested in physical copies, you can find CD's at any of Long Claw's school or community events around Western Washington.

As always, thank you to everyone who has listened to the podcast.

We hope you will continue to enjoy these ancient legends and the magic they share :-)

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Today we dive into another adventure featuring the legendary trickster, Raven.

Up for debate: even if he saves the day, can a trickster really be considered a "hero"?

Or, maybe it would be more accurate to think of Raven as one of history's first "anti-heroes".

Plus, in a game of wits, we discuss whether or not it's actually a good idea to make the first move.

Long Claw guides us through the risks of unintended consequences... and the importance of not acting impulsively.

After all, pride and ego can often lead to disastrous results. Something those in leadership roles would do well to remember.

And lastly, we take a look at the spiritual concepts of energy and the continuation of life.

How life responds to both positive and negative energy, and how that energy manifests into the world around us.

Can you think of any other tricksters or anti-heroes in stories you've heard?

Who's your favorite?

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Long Claw tells another legend featuring the infamous trickster.

Back in the beginning of time, the animal people feared the waters of the Pacific Northwest.

For they were stalked by a great monster, Halibut. Who took many lives suddenly and without mercy.

As time went on, they cried out to Old Raven for help in freeing them from this terror.

Yet even Raven knew overcoming this great ocean beast would be no easy task.

His best chance lay in a battle of wits.

Their duel would shape the waters of the Pacific Northwest for all the ages to come.

Leaving behind an unmistakable proof of what occurred.

Maybe you've seen it yourself?

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In the second half of our Story Poles discussion, Long Claw shares his personal history with the art form.

We discuss how public controversy surrounding his first story pole commission became a catalyst for the Of Cedar And Salmon program.

It's an interesting example of how, so often, identity and art intersect - frequently in passionate ways.

And how, just like story poles, things are not always what they seem to be.

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What if I told you the outside world has been misinterpreting these public documents the whole time?

Today, in part one of our two-part episode, we tackle a lot of these misunderstandings.

Including:

• Why the phrase "totem pole" is completely inaccurate
• They are NOT about worship
• They are way more than just animals
• There is no such thing as a "low man" on a story pole

Long Claw walks us through what they mean, how they are made, where they traditionally come from and more.

Get ready to unlearn what you thought you learned about these fascinating cultural icons.

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What does it mean to give someone, or something, a name?

We dive into the importance of names, both formal and informal, for the coastal people.

Long Claw shares the empowering process of not only giving a name, bet being the recipient of one.

And how, in a spoken-word tradition, names shape both lives and communities.

Bonus topics include the importance of living in the moment and keeping faith in oneself.

What power do you give to names?

How has identity shaped your life, for good or bad?

What does your name mean?

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In the Ancient Times, all creatures lived without names.

Then, one day, the Great Creator summoned all life to his long house in order to receive their "Name of Power."

Excited by the chance to elevate himself, Coyote hatches a plan to arrive early, so that he may receive the greatest name.

However, his plan soon goes awry, leaving Coyote questioning his place and purpose in the world.

Will he ever know why he was put on this earth?

It's a question we all can relate to.

And sometimes, the answer empowers us in ways we never could have imagined.

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Digging into this kwakwaka'wakw origin story for the sun, moon, stars and life itself.

Long Claw details why Raven, "The Trickster", is held in such high regard by the First Nations.

We also discuss how - even with good intentions - mischief can grow out of our control, and why the choices we make are so important.

Plus we explore the cultural contexts of origin stories throughout the world.

And, for the record, my parents always said I wasn't an accident. Just a "happy surprise";)

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When the world was young, Grandfather Raven was already ancient.

And trusted by the Great Creator with all the treasures of life.

But when his scheming little grandson asks for a story, things take an unexpected turn.

Long Claw shares this ancient legend of how the world came to be by the hands of this infamous trickster.

From the sun and stars, to all the animals and people, Raven quickly learns how things can grow out of our control.

Have you ever had a scheme spiral out of your control?

What did you do, and what happened?

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