Join Candace (aka Relentless Indigenous Woman) in the final episode of our Two Spirit and IndigiQueer series for June as she interviews her fiancé, Alex Manitopyes, the visionary Founder and Designer of SACRD THNDR. Alex, a Two Spirit non-binary trans masc fashion designer from Muskowekwan and Peepeekisis First Nation, has captured hearts and minds with their culturally rich and contemporary accessories. 

Since 2023, SACRD THNDR has gained notable recognition, including a feature in Vogue for their stunning star blanket bolo tie. In this intimate episode, Alex shares their transformative journey of turning pain into power. They discuss grieving during their transition and the crucial role of self-love and self-worth in their healing and transcendence. This conversation is both personal and vulnerable, offering deep insights into their shared journey.

Don't miss this profoundly insightful episode that promises to bring inspiration and hope. Tune in and be inspired by Alex's incredible story of resilience and creativity.

SACRD THNDR website: www.sacrdthndr.com

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Join Chase Campeau and Candace Linklater as they explore the often challenging realities of being Two Spirit or IndigiQueer within Indigenous communities. 

In this heartfelt conversation, they emphasize the importance of family, friends, and allies approaching these topics with love and compassion.

Hear their personal stories about the pain of familial rejection and the reasons why many Indigenous 2SLGBTQ+ individuals might turn to drugs or alcohol in their search for the love and acceptance they deserve. This episode offers profound insights that could bring healing to you and others.

Come with an open heart and mind, and let's navigate these important [and life-saving] conversations together. 

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Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Haley, an actor, model, and advocate making waves across various industries with their unapologetic confidence. 

Discover Haley's journey of Indigenous reconnection and the challenges of navigating life as a Cree and Filipinx Two Spirit person. We'll dive into their experiences of intersectionality, life in the spotlight, and the importance of authenticity. Plus, Haley shares one crucial insight they wish Indigenous allies knew. 

Don't miss this heartfelt and empowering conversation!

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Welcome to the first episode of our Two Spirit and IndigiQueer Pride series! We're thrilled to have Kairyn (Kai) Potts as our guest. Kai is a powerhouse—speaker, writer, actor, and advocate—who's gathered an impressive following of over 400,000 on TikTok (@ohkairyn).

In this episode, we dive deep into the history and colonialism, exploring the erasure of Two Spirit and IndigiQueer identities. Kai generously shares their personal journey and their gifts  as a Two Spirit individual, and how these gifts ripple out to inspire and support others, especially youth. We also discuss ways family, friends, and allies can best show up for us. 

If you're looking for meaningful discussions and genuine transparency from a Two Spirit and IndigiQueer people, you've come to the right podcast. So grab your tea and bannock, settle in, and tune in for deep convos. 

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Join Candace as she shares her personal journey toward ending the cycle of people-pleasing. In this heartfelt episode, she explores the challenges and emotional complexities of embracing authenticity, including the grief that can accompany such profound personal changes. Candace's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of treating ourselves with compassion during transformative times. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone on the path to reclaiming their true self and shedding the weight of external expectations. Tune in to discover how letting go of people-pleasing can open the door to a more authentic life!

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In this episode, Candace explores how colonial violence has fueled insecurities and lateral violence among Native communities. She shares five personal strategies for overcoming these insecurities and dropping the habit of people-pleasing to embrace true authenticity. 

Candace emphasizes that to confront ongoing settler-colonialism effectively, we need to create self-security and healthier relationships with one another. This journey requires both letting go and taking up courage, but it leads to greater authenticity and deeper community connections.

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Join us on a journey into the heart of matriarchy and maternal wisdom in our latest podcast episode, featuring Candace and her special guest Jenny Sawanohk from Moose Cree First Nation. Jenny, an accomplished Indigenous healer and psychotherapist based in Ottawa, shares her rich insights and experiences. She leads the Misiwe Ni Relations Healing Lodge and offers personal therapy through her practice, Red Stone Snake Woman.

As we approach Mother's Day, Jenny delves into the traditional roles of mothers within Indigenous cultures. As a mother of three, Jenny brings a wealth of knowledge on nurturing resilience and community through maternal wisdom and Land based practices. The two women also discuss the pivotal role of matriarchy in creating compassionate communities that warmly embrace Two Spirit, trans, and gender expansive relatives. 

Don't miss this enlightening discussion that explores the powerful influence of matriarchal values in promoting healing, understanding, and connection across Nations. Tune in to gain a deeper appreciation of the roles that mothers and matriarchs play in strengthening Indigenous sovereignty and advancing Indigenous self-determination.

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In this episode, Candace is joined by special guest Alycia Two Bears, member of the Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First  Nation, who's a passionate educator and advocate for 2SLGBTQ+ people and author of the book "Two Spirit Stories, Sex, and the Ceremony Behind it All." 

These two fierce women explore the link between misogyny and the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit people (MMIWGT2S+). 

As National Day for Awareness of MMIWGT2S+ (aka Red Dress Day) approaches on May 5, they delve into the subtle forms of misogyny, such as the hyper-sexualizing the Native aunties, that contribute to violence against MMIWGT2S+ individuals. 

They highlight how this can lead to internalized self-hatred among young women, girls, and femmes. The conversation also covers the prevalence of transphobia in traditional settings and the critical need to establish safe environments for everyone.

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For this thought-provoking episode, Candace explores the pervasive influence of colonialism that often goes unnoticed, deeply embedded as it is in our thoughts, emotions, and daily lives. 

She opens up about her personal journey towards healing the scars of internalized colonialism and discusses how recognizing and addressing these ingrained patterns is crucial for everyone, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. 

Tune in  as Candace shares insightful ways to begin healing these profound wounds, emphasizing that this healing is essential for building a sustainable and beautiful future for the next 7 generations to come. 

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Candace delves into the nuanced differences between comprehension and compassion within Indigenous solidarity, emphasizing the importance of abandoning perfectionism. She challenges allies to confront their own unconscious biases and the discomfort that comes with acknowledging privilege, particularly for white allies engaged in solidarity efforts. Candace addresses the emotional hurdles of guilt, fear, and shame, emphasizing the necessity of healing and personal growth in creating authentic Indigenous solidarity. 

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