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Powwow Music Evolution and Stories - 00:12:03
Discussion on Traditional Singing Fundamentals - 00:21:48
Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing Styles - 00:27:51
More on the Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing - 00:36:09
TBZ Evolution - 00:52:04
Powwow Singing Critique and Memories - 01:02:43
Music & Culture - 01:09:19
Influential Singers and Song Making - 01:15:40
Songwriting and Musical Influence - 01:25:54
Song Origins and Influences - 01:30:19
Memorable Songs and Powwow Contests - 01:40:56
The Impact of Powwow Singing Culture - 01:49:47
Song Memory - 02:03:26

Song from this episode (Link to YouTube)
Blackstone Singers at G.O.N.
Northern Cree-Schemitzun 95'
Eyabay-Schemitzun 94'(2)
StarBlanket Jrs - Kehew 11
THE BOYZ @ SHAKOPEE POW WOW 2018
The Boyz SNL @ Muckleshoot Vets 2019

Guest: James "Bud" Day (Bois Forte band of Ojibwe)
Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné)

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Missing VHS tape and a burial board. 0:00
Slang phrases and their origins. 4:38
Cultural preservation, imposition, and ethnocentrism. 11:56
Conflicts within families due to differing beliefs and values. 20:35
Family dynamics and cultural preservation among Native American siblings. 26:01
Cultural loss and its impact on family dynamics and identity. 34:27
Cultural practices, family dynamics, and language revitalization. 42:17
Language and logic in indigenous communities. 49:22
Differences in logic and reasoning between individuals. 53:49
Cultural schemas and understanding Native American realities. 59:16

Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné)

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Police encounters. 0:24
Colonialism, language, and smudging. 4:48
Smudging practice and techniques. 11:25
The origin and usage of the word "smudge" in Native American contexts. 16:58
Smudging practices and Timing. 23:08
Smudging practices and cultural context. 30:53
Cultural knowledge and tradition invention. 38:27
Smudging and its significance. 43:13
Smudging and gang fights. 49:51
Indigenous representation and responsibility. 56:57
Music, dance, and smudging. 1:03:38
Cultural identity and reconnecting with heritage. 1:09:54

Guest: Salisha Old Bull (Apsáalooke/Salish)
Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné)

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Archive music and recording techniques. 0:00 
Native American music styles and cultural influences. 5:37 
Tribal engagement and cultural resource management. 13:59 
Tribal consultation and engagement in BLM meetings. 20:16 
Identity and cultural expression. 28:12 
Identity and spirituality. 33:02 
Cultural preservation and learning. 37:50 
Indigenous identity and research methods. 45:44 
Positionality and self-location in indigenous contexts. 50:37 
Indigenous methodology and privilege. 54:30 
Crow fair traditions and announcing rights. 1:00:28 
Cultural rights and knowledge transfer. 1:05:16 
Self-location and cultural authenticity. 1:11:45 

Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné)

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Feast or Fiesta: Exploring Food Choices Beyond Thanksgiving. 6:21
Reclaiming Histories: Indigenous Research Challenges and Opportunities. 12:52
From Podcasts to Papers: Academic Writing Adventures. 20:29
Success, Legitimacy, and Indigenous Research Methodologies. 28:41
Ownership and Equality: Indigenous Knowledge and Research Perspectives. 35:28
Unmasking Misconceptions: Tribal Culture, Animals, and Academia. 43:12
Publishing Pitfalls: Navigating Challenges in Academic Research. 47:41
Indigenous Wisdom Unbound: Manifestos, Anthologies, and Competing Interpretations. 51:03
Land Matters: Indigenous Research and the Power of Language. 1:02:49
Conference Chronicles: Live Recordings, Reviews, and Sponsorship Dilemmas. 1:09:05

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Native American identity and organization. 0:00
Federal recognition for Native American tribes. 7:07
Native American identity and federal recognition. 19:25
Tribal recognition and federal government responsibilities. 21:58
Tribal recognition and identity. 27:21
Cultural identity and authenticity. 34:22
Native American policy and advocacy. 42:26
Tribal sovereignty and cultural preservation. 47:19

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Changes in powwow music and culture. 9:43
The evolution of music and its impact on artists. 16:07
Music evolution and nostalgia. 17:52
Round dance music and production. 26:56
Music recording techniques and cringe-worthy old songs. 35:17
Audio engineering and preserving cultural heritage. 39:30
Preserving cultural heritage through storytelling. 45:00
Singing and Songwriting Challenge. 51:04
Music and emotions. 1:01:04
Music recording and release strategies. 1:11:49
Singing, priorities, and life choices. 1:20:37
Music and its power to heal and connect people. 1:23:29
Music, culture, and change. 1:28:33

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Traditional songs and their cultural significance. 0:04
Indigenous singing and morality. 22:28
Indigenous land acknowledgments and cultural appropriation. 34:43
Conference planning and land acknowledgments. 41:45
Incorporating traditional ceremonies into a conference. 55:45
Indigenous Research Methodologies and Identity. 1:12:21
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Intro: Too much sodium? 0:00 
The best Predator movie ever made. 18:15 
You’re not active listening 22:48 
Eagle feathers and fake feathers. 35:43 
Not so good Ten Indigenous Movies List. 49:24 
TRS Top 5 Indigenous Movies List. 1:08:08 
Cinema should be an escape from the past. 1:36:47 

Movie Quotes
Thunderheart (1992) - Busted arm
Dances With Wolves (1990) - Why don't he write
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (2009) - Arogog's funeral
The Big Lebowski (1998) - Donny's Ashes
Dances With Wolves (1990) - Don't hurt my mules
The Last Dragon (1985) - Sho'nuff
Predator (1987) Get to the Choppa! - I am here, kill me, do it - CIA got you pushing too many.
Wayne's World 2 (1993) - DJ Handsome Dan
Wayne's World (1992) - if you're gonna spew
Predator (1987) I'm gonna have me some fun - It ain't no man
Commando (1985) Army surplus store - Let off some steam
Back to the Future (1985) - Hello, McFly

Not So Good Movie List
Powwow Highway (1988)
Dances with Wolves (1990)
Last of the Mohicans (1992) Theme Song (Promentory)
Smoke Signals (1998)
Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2001)
Wind Talkers (2002)
The Business of Fancydancing (2002)
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee (2007)
Songs My Brothers Taught Me (2015)
Wind River (2017)

TRS Top 5
Shandin Pete
Little Big Man - Thunderheart - Skins - Hunt for the Wilderpeople - Windwalker

Aaron Brien
Thunderheart - Dance Me Outside - Last of the Dogmen - The Education of Little Tree - The Missing - Powwow Highway

Salisha Old bull
Little Big Man - Th

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Typical life. 2:25
Bryan’s law degree and how he got started. 10:55
I'm glad people are listening. 18:30
Dirty Belly. 19:55
What is the legal definition of heritage? 27:59
The Revolutionary War and the royal proclamation. 34:45
Wabash Land Company and the Rebellion. 38:56
Proclivity and the revolutionary war. 41:20
Race Judicata and the legal system. 46:36
Have you ever seen white people eat pork chops? 52:39
Shake and bake and shake and bake. 54:56
Orange Kool Aid. 56:07
Sovereignty is about autonomy. 1:00:32
Sovereignty vs. morality. 1:01:39
Skepticism on the legal system. 1:08:05
Spaces of Sovereignty. 1:13:16
Fair and inclusive so everyone can hear. 1:17:19
Not a system designed for us. 1:19:50
Unification of the supreme court. 1:23:05

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