Rupertsland Institute's Shakamohta

Shakamohta brings you a back to school themed episode, thanks to some help from a few of Rupertsland Institute's summer students.

Listen for some tips and tricks every current and aspiring post-secondary student should know!

Heard Buffy's 'Hidden Word' in today's episode? Share that word with us for your chance to win an Apple iPad prize package, courtesy of the Rupertsland Métis Student and Alumni Association (RMSA). Learn more and enter your submissions here: https://forms.gle/xDB6iq1dcgxVQfGt9.

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Join host Kya Twa, as Shakamohta welcomes the extraordinary Cree Nomad! Cree Nomad is an author, activist, and Bannock-Shaker based in Edmonton, AB, who  released their highly anticipated debut novel Hey, June earlier this year.

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic realms of literature, activism, and cultural expression. We discuss how their Métis heritage profoundly influences their storytelling and online presence, and explore the inspiration behind their creative and advocacy efforts.

Heard the 'Buffy Hidden Word' in today's episode? Share that word with us for your chance to win an Apple iPad prize package, courtesy of the Rupertsland Métis Student and Alumni Association (RMSA). Learn more and enter your submissions here: https://forms.gle/xDB6iq1dcgxVQfGt9

More about Cree Nomad:
Website- https://www.thecreenomad.com
TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@creenomad
Buy “Hey June”- https://a.co/d/gismFNt 

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The hosts of Shakamohta discuss the significance of women in the Métis community, both historic and currently. Through interviews with our own moms, we explore lessons on motherhood and the legacy of the important women in our lives. We are also joined by Kate Gillis as she highlights her Master's thesis work focused on the underrepresentation of Métis women in 18th and 19th-century St. François Xavier, Manitoba and how her own understanding of the Métis women of her life led her to this challenging topic.

Heard the 'Buffy Hidden Word' in today's episode? Share that word with us for your chance to win an Apple iPad prize package, courtesy of the Rupertsland Métis Student and Alumni Association (RMSA). Learn more and enter your submissions here: https://forms.gle/xDB6iq1dcgxVQfGt9

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Join Shakamohta as it explores the world of 'traditional' media with host Jory Proft and guest Daniel Barker-Tremblay.

Daniel Barker-Tremblay discusses his role as a reporter and announcer at Windspeaker Media and what it means to be a Métis person in the dynamic media landscape of 2024. Hear about Daniel's quick rise from a custodian to an important voice in Indigenous radio in Alberta.

Today's Michif word of the day is pâtwêwitam [pat-WEE-wah-tum]. This Northern Michif word means “yappy”. Learn more: https://www.rupertsland.org/teaching-learning/michif-language/

Explore some of Daniel's work via Windspeaker Media and catch him as the host of Voices of Our People on CFWE, CJWE and 89.3 The Raven and his Saturday and Sunday Morning Drive show on CUZIN Radio.

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Join us as we dive into the rich tapestry of Métis culture and celebrate its traditions and innovations. Kya Twa (she/her) welcomes the esteemed Métis artist and storyteller Leah Marie Dorion (she/her), as they explore the profound depths of artistic expression within the Métis community.

Raised in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Leah brings a unique perspective to the table. Known for her captivating work that intertwines culture, history, and spirituality, Leah shares her journey as a teacher, painter, filmmaker, and published writer. She's a true beacon of inspiration, weaving together the threads of Métis heritage into masterpieces that resonate with audiences far and wide.

Join Shakamohta as we embark on a journey through Leah's artistic universe, where each stroke of her brush tells a story and every frame of her films spark contemplation. This promises to be an episode filled with insight, creativity, and the indomitable spirit of Métis excellence.

Learn more about Leah Marie Dorion's work:
https://www.leahdorion.ca/about.html

Today's Michif word of the day comes from a  Heritage Michif word for butterfly. A butterfly is a youthful spirit symbolizing the transformation from youth to adulthood. Butterfly is associated with the innocence and playfulness of childhood, and we are taught that even as adults, we need to nurture our inner child. The word is maemaengwaen (mey-mey-gwin). Learn more: https://www.metismuseum.ca/michif_dictionary.php

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Join the Rupertsland Métis Student Association for an all-new season of Shakamohta! 

This student-led and produced podcast celebrates the rich traditions and innovations of the Métis community.

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Rupertsland Institute’s Shakamohta is here with the final episode of Season 1! This student-led podcast celebrates the traditions and innovations of the Métis community and its members.

 Our Season 1 finale episode is here and hosted by Drew Desjarlais (she/her) who welcomes special guest Alexa Lizotte (she/her), to chat about the vision behind her brand Desert Métis Creations. Alexa’s brand reflects her upbringing in Las Vegas and her ancestral ties to Northern Alberta, as well as her insights into sustainable and natural fashion practices. The brand is also committed to education as offered by her workshops in traditional Métis art such as sewing ribbon skirts.

 Support out Alexa’s brand, Desert Métis Creations here:
https://www.desertmetiscreations.com
Check out her instagram to keep up-to-date on her endeavors here:
https://www.instagram.com/desertmetis?igsh=MXRpaG1rNTd2dGRsNA==

This episode's Heritage Michif word of the day is la fasoon (la-fah-sohn), meaning fashion!

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Rupertsland Institute’s Shakamohta is back! Shakamohta is a show all about connecting students with Métis community members making waves across a variety of careers, hobbies and fields. 

In this month’s episode, Métis athlete Thomas Froberg serves as co-host and guest on today’s episode as he and Jory chat about the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) and his subsequent time as a MacEwan University Griffin playing volleyball at the university level. Then Thomas’s teammate, Jackson McGillivray, joins him for a conversation on their athletic journeys and experiences as Métis members of Team Alberta’s volleyball team at NAIG 2023. Hear about the cultural and athletic experiences they had as their team scored gold in Nova Scotia.

This episode’s Michif word is sâķohtwâwin (sah-go-twah-win), which is a Northern Michif word for ‘victory’. 

https://www.metismuseum.ca/northern_michif_dictionary.php 

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Rupertsland Institute presents Shakamohta, a student-led podcast. Shakamohta [shack-ah-moe-tah] is a Heritage Michif word meaning "connect," and this podcast is all about connection, community, and culture.  

In today's episode, host Samantha Hamann (she/her) chats with Métis musician and astounding vocalist Ella Coyes (they/them) about their musical endeavours as Sister Ray. 

Sister Ray’s voice within their music acts as a vessel to connect to their culture and forge a deeper connection with listeners.  

Listen to Sister Ray’s EP Teeth here: https://youtu.be/tmca0K49r-g?si=zAkZTC5Ly6Jiit6q 

Our Michif word for today comes from Heritage Michif. nakamoo (nah-ka-moh) means “sing” or, as well, somebody *is* singing. 
 

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