Of Cedar And Salmon

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We all imagine how life should unfold; shaping our days, our habits, even our identities around a single vision.

But what happens when life doesn't play along?

When mistakes, misfortunes, or unexpected twists turn everything upside down?

In those moments, guidance often arrives from the least expected places.

Our choices, even those we barely notice at the time, ripple outward.

And sometimes those ripples return to us in surprising and powerful ways.

Today’s legend, The Loon Chief and the Boy, reminds us that even the smallest actions can carry profound consequences—and that the choices we make may return to shape our lives when we least expect it.

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So, as we've just learned, the amount of sunlight you see each day was decided during an argument between an ant and a bear.

But how come they got to make this decision?!

Did they even bother to read ANY books about negotiations, weather/climate, or circadian rhythms???

Ridiculous, I tell ya.

Long Claw clues us in on why these two unlikely characters were tasked with this little, not-very-significant decision.

And the takeaways go a little deeper than you might expect.

I suppose comedy really is a good delivery mechanism for big topics and decisions.

If only they could have weighed in on daylight savings time.

We get to the bottom of this historic debate, and reflect on how it might help us understand the nature of disagreement and compromise.

Now if you'll excuse me, I need to see a raccoon and penguin about my taxes.

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In the beginning of time, daylight and dark happened randomly!

There was no set length for how long daylight and dark should cover the earth.

It could last as long as a season, or pass in the blink of an eye.

Something needed to be done.

The Changer (pronounced "Hwan") challenged Ant and Bear to decide how long each should last.

But the discussion quickly fell to fighting and arguing.

Bear wanted daylight and dark once each year.

Ant demanded daylight and dark once each day.

Both refused to compromise, and the debate dragged on and on and on.

Today we know daylight and dark each day, as well as the change of the seasons throughout the year.

But what of Ant and Bear? Are they still fighting?

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Like many famous monsters, Slapoo represents much more than just a scary figure.

We dive into the genuine dangers that made this legend, and its warning, so valuable to the Coastal People.

Long Claw illustrates the harsh realities of living on the edge of the world, and the hard decisions that so often went hand-in-hand with survival.

And we also explore the roles of character and compassion when it comes to shaping lives.

Would Frankenstein's monster have been cruel if he had known kindness and acceptance?

Slapoo forces us to take an honest look at how "monsters are not born; they are made".

What energy are you putting out into the world? How is that coming back to you?

Plus, is there really a bird nest made of human hair in a coastal museum?

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On the coast of Washington State, near the town of Port Angeles, the land reaches far out into the Straight of Juan de Fuca.

This is the Dungeness Spit. Famed for bountiful harvests of crab and shellfish.

But it is also a deadly tidal zone.

Rushing tide waters are known to claim the lives of even the strongest swimmers.

While sinking sands can leave people trapped without warning, desperately trying to free themselves.

There is also something else that stalks these shores...

Something ancient, large, deformed, and horrifying.

Something hungry for the flesh of children. Something angry.

It is a malice of the people's making. And it can still be found today.

In legends told in whispers around campfires. In museums.

And in the water itself.

This is a story not for the feint of heart.

This is Slapoo.

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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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