This week Tiffany sits down with Casandra to share story about healing, family, and being your authentic self. Casandra weaves a beautiful basket of storytelling. Every moment of the episode holds wisdom and uplifting moments. I hope you enjoy this episode and please take a moment to LIKE - SHARE - SUBSCRIBE.Casandra Stouder, Indigenous Leader Who Carries Seen and Unseen Medicines of Indigenous Wellness, Community Empowerment Specialist, and proud member of the Seminole and Navajo (Diné) tribes. Cas is a Sacred knowledge keeper walking in two worlds, awakening ancestral medicine to heal seven generations forward and back. Drawing inspiration from her ancestors and a personal path of profound resilience and recovery, Casandra dedicates her 22 years of experience as a prevention expert to serving Native communities across the nation. Currently, she collaborates with Tribal communities as an Indigenous Prevention Specialist and Consultant, using wellness and social justice frameworks to promote Hózhó (the Diné principle of walking in beauty and balance) and advocate for equitable maternal health outcomes and holistic wellbeing for Native families.Through ceremony and innovation her initiatives aren't just transforming systems - they're restoring the circle of Indigenous wellness. For those called to journey toward collective liberation, our paths are meant to cross.More on Cas:  / casandra-s-75893a36a  Warm Embers:  / warmemberspodcast    / warmemberspodcast  Tiffany Wolfe:  / uc8xjlfd4oxabxy2j6dwqocg     / tiffanyawolfe  

Join us as Nanibaah (Navajo) shares her journey in music, songwriting, and her gifted insight. Nanibaah gives us a peek behind the scenes of her craft, the music industry, and spirituality. This a conversation you don't want to miss.nihookááʼ diyin dineʼé (Earth Surface People) Album:https://earthsurfacepeople.bandcamp.com/album/nihook-diyin-dine-earth-surface-peopleMore about Nanibaah:https://www.instagram.com/nanibaah/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@nanibaah_

Join Tiffany as she sits with Tenille K. Campbell, PhD. They chat about 'Indian Love Poems', empowerment, matriarchy, and what does a contemporary Indian look like? This is a fun and meaningful conversation, pull up a chair, you are right on time!----Tenille K. Campbell is a Dene and Métis artist from English River First Nation, SK. She completed her MFA in Creative Writing at UBC and holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Saskatchewan. Her poetry collections, #IndianLovePoems (Signature Editions, 2017) and Nedi Nezu (Arsenal Pulp Press, 2021), focuses on Indigenous Erotica – using humour, storytelling, and sensuality to reclaim and explore ideas of Indigenous sexuality. She is the artist behind sweetmoon photography, specializing in capturing Indigenous stories throughout Canada. She currently resides in Saskatoon, SK.Tenille K. Campbell: https://www.instagram.com/sweetmoonphoto/Indigenous Business highlight:https://clayandrain.com

In this episode of Warm Embers, I sit down with Dr. Jill Fish, a member of the Tuscarora Nation, to have an honest and uplifting conversation about mental health, healing, and therapy. We discuss what to expect when starting therapy, the importance of culturally grounded healing, and the courage it takes to seek support.I chose to feature Dr. Fish in honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, to shine a light on the power of community, conversation, and care.Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time, supporting a loved one, or seeking new perspectives on wellness, this conversation offers guidance, reflection, and hope.✨ If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. Call or text 988 in the U.S. for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.----Jill Fish is a licensed psychologist and owner of Fish Psychotherapy & Consulting. Jill earned her PhD in counseling psychology from the University of Minnesota in 2020 and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in health services research at the Minneapolis VAHCS in 2023. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on promoting Native American and Indigenous peoples’ well-being across the lifespan. She is broadly interested in how Native peoples use their histories and cultures to overcome oppression and to support their healthy functioning. Jill is from the Tuscarora Nation of Western NY where she was born and raised until she moved to Saint Paul, MN in 2014, where she currently lives with her husband and son.----More about Dr. Fish:https://www.instagram.com/fishuponast...https://www.fishpsychotherapy.comIndigenous Joy Worksheet:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JkZf...

World Champion hammer thrower Janee’ Kassanavoid (Comanche) made history as the first Native woman to medal at the World Athletics Championships, but her journey is about so much more than breaking records. In this inspiring conversation, Janee’ opens up about the mental fortitude, discipline, and commitment that shaped her success, the emotional story of winning with her late father in her heart, and her passion for inspiring Native youth while being a light for her community. This is a story of resilience, representation, and strength of spirit — a true journey from loss to legacy.

Janee’ Kassanavoid: Trailblazer & Hammer Throw Champion

Born: January 19, 1995, in Lawson, Missouri — Janee’ is a proud member of the Comanche Nation of Oklahoma and the youngest of four siblings raised by parents Ron and Janet Kassanavoid.

Early Promise & College Success: A multi-sport standout in high school (softball, basketball, volleyball, and track and field), she earned a scholarship at Johnson County Community College in 2013 and quickly became the NJCAA Outdoor Champion in hammer throw and Runner-Up indoors. Transferring to Kansas State University in 2014, she amassed 7× All-American honors and 3× Big 12 Conference titles. Her school records—21.81 m in weight throw and 68.21 m in hammer throw—still stand today.

Turning Pro & Making History: Graduating with a B.Sc. in Dietetics in 2018, Janee’ turned professional and soon etched her name in history as the first Native American woman to medal at the World Athletics Championships, winning bronze in 2022 in Eugene, Oregon, and silver in 2023 in Budapest. With a personal best of 78.00 m, she ranks as the third-best hammer thrower in U.S. history and sixth-best in the world all time.

Nike N7 Ambassador: As a proud Nike N7 Ambassador, Janee’ uses her platform to honor Native heritage, uplift Indigenous youth, and advance representation in sport. The N7 initiative empowers Native and Indigenous communities through sport and movement, a mission Janee’ embodies both on and off the field.

Beyond the Field: Driven by her late father’s memory and her Comanche heritage, Janee’ carries a powerful mission: to break barriers, inspire cultural pride, and show the next generation what is possible with resilience, discipline, and heart. Her journey is not only about medals but about purpose, representation, and forging a legacy.

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Join us this week, Tiffany sits down with Melody Lewis (Ft. Mohave/Hopi/Tewa). Melody Lewis is the Founder of Indigenous Community Collective. She built the Matriarch Mixers to prove that when Native women come together, they can create their own table, their own network, and their own success. You'll want to hear this.Melody Lewis is a member of the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe. She was born and raised in Mohave Valley, AZ. Upon completion from University of Arizona, Melody entered into employment as a Human Service Worker. She remained in Human Services for three years and transitioned into Workforce Development. For the past ten years she has remained in the industry implementing an array of workforce and education initiatives as a consultant. Current initiatives fall within the areas of Maricopa County Community College District, Local School Districts, Employers, and Nonprofits across Arizona, California and Nevada. She regularly volunteers for Indigenous Community Based Nonprofits and often participates to showcase education and employment trends, such as workplace skills development, supervisor competency builders, and employer-driven career pathway systems. Melody is driven by a strong desire to help create a vision to find educational and career opportunities for students, individuals seeking personal growth, communities, and employers. Her passion for this work is accomplished through the development of strong working relationships and creating collaborative solutions for future generations.For more about Melody:https://www.linkedin.com/in/workforceedumelodylewis3110/https://www.indigenouscc.org/aboutMore about ICC:https://www.indigenouscc.org

This week we are joined by the trailblazer, Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty. We sit and chat about the vision behind Cheekbone Beauty and Jenn's commitment to her people and sustainability. Jenn shares an honest take on the beauty industry and what it takes to operate a successful beauty brand. Pull up a chair, you are right on time!Jenn Harper is not just a name in the beauty industry; she's a revolution. An award-winning social entrepreneur and international speaker, Jenn is the trailblazing founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics—a brand that has gracefully painted the ideals of sustainability and inclusiononto a global canvas. From its inception in 2015, Jenn has nurtured Cheekbone Beauty into a B. Corp Certified force, now gracing the shelves of Sephora Canada and 550 JC Penney locations across the USA.Jenn's journey with Cheekbone began as a digitally native, direct-to-consumer brand that took pride in its commitment to reducing environmental impact and supporting Indigenous communities. Her formidable leadership made sure Cheekbone stood out not only for its stunning products but also for its ethical backbone—it became a symphony of transparency, philanthropy, and support for women and youth. To date, over $250,000 have been donated to philanthropiccauses, testament to Cheekbone's core values. Cheekbone's prestige has been hard-earned. In 2019, Jenn Harper made a confident appearanceon Canada's Dragon's Den, the nation's equivalency of Shark Tank. While she turned down offers, her unwavering resolution steered Cheekbone towards exponential growth. Jenn's tactical negotiations led to expansive contracts with major retailers in North America, shining a beacon ofinspiration for Indigenous women by placing an Indigenous CEO-led brand on equal footing with global industry giants.Jenn Harper stands as more than a CEO; she is a voice for entrepreneurship, exerting influence on topics that are reshaping the business landscape: social entrepreneurship, empathy, representation, inclusivity, and sustainability. Regularly sought after for her insights, Jenn weaves her narrative as both a woman and a representative of North America's Indigenous peoples, substantiating the importance of these values in today's business ecosystem.The accolades accruing to Jenn's name bear the weight of her achievements. In 2022, she was listed among the 100 Women of Influence by Entrepreneur Magazine—a list graced by the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian. In 2023, Jenn was conferred an Honorary Doctorate degree from the Goodman School of Business at Brock University. This honorary degree recognized her unwavering dedication to community betterment and adamant endeavors in championing sustainability. In November of 2024, Jenn Harper was also named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women.Jenn Harper, with Cheekbone Beauty, brings forth a narrative of passion, resilience, and authenticity. Her biography is not just about the ascent of a brand; it's the story of a vision brought to life, of barriers broken, and of a future envisioned where commerce and charity coalesce seamlessly, all painted with the strokes of an eco-friendly brush.For more on Jenn and Cheekbone beauty: http://cheekbonebeauty.com/https://www.instagram.com/cheekbonebeauty/https://www.instagram.com/cheekbonejenn/https://www.facebook.com/cheekbonebeautyWarm Embers:https://www.instagram.com/warmemberspodcast/For more on Tiffany Wolfe:https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyawolfe/ tiffanyawolfe.com

Join Tiffany Wolfe as she sits with Jennifer Varenchik (Tohono O'odham Nation) and they chat about her journey in film. We talk film, book clubs, and her amazing adventures in creating her passions. We discuss her time in Hollywood, how she began creating film, Indigenous representation in film, her experience with film festivals, and her current projects in Hawaii. Pull up a chair, you are right on time. Jennifer Varenchik is a producer whose brand is “Indigenous Stories, Every Genre.” She has written, directed, and produced over a dozen short films, commercials, and PSAs. She is developing her dramatic action feature Stoodis, based on her award-winning short In Our Own Hands. Her horror short Crossers was nominated for three Independent Horror Movie Awards. Currently producing the comedy short Character Breakdown and missing and murdered Native Hawaiian Women and Girls (MMNHWG) crime drama Cold Ground. Jennifer is based in O’ahu, she is a proud member of the Tohono O’odham Nation. She is the executive director of Hawaii Filmmakers Collective and co-hosts the monthly Indigenous livestream “Sissy, Unci, and Aunties".More on Jennifer:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nativemuseproductionsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UC7CcgdmTLTzP6CxbOFkZCxA IG: https://www.instagram.com/native_muse/https://www.instagram.com/nativemuseproductions/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nativemuse/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9365715/?ref_=nmbio_ov_bkSubstack: https://substack.com/@nativemuse?utm_source=substack-feed-itemMore on NINK: IG: https://www.instagram.com/ninkmagazine.inc/Fb: https://www.facebook.com/NativesInInk

This week Tiffany A Wolfe interviews Shaydee Snowy Pretends Eagle (Lakota/Dakota). Snow is an immensely talented artist, she specializes in accessories that are made with traditional materials in a contemporary style. Her body chains made from beadwork are exquisite.Shaydee took time to give us a glimpse into the magic that goes into her masterpieces. From her lesson in beadwork to her fashion opportunities, this episode of Warm Embers is full of warmth, storytelling, and laughter. Tune in, pull up a chair, you are right on time! More about Snowy:https://www.instagram.com/snowybabyy____/https://www.tiktok.com/@snowyybabyy____https://www.facebook.com/snowy.pretendseagle/

Relatives! Join us as Tiffany sits down with the beautiful and talented Wabanoonkwe. The conversation sparks conversation around entrepreneurial journey, surprising stories about culture, couture, and lots of laughs. If you have not familiar with Wabanoonkwe, she is a powerhouse who consistently and successfully identifies her goals and surpasses them. She is a great example of Indigenous Excellence. Pull up a chair, you are right on time! At 17, Wabanoonkwe started “Dinawo” a very successful clothing line. An entrepreneur at heart, she created many start ups in the multimedia and fashion industries. She used her influence to support underground and underfunded artists to gain the exposure they deserved. Wabanoonkwe strived to amplify Indigenous creators and voices to showcase Indigenous culture on a global stage. Her commitment to hard work and determination lead her to collaborate with international Indigenous brands.  To find out more about Wabanoonkwe:https://www.wabanoonkwe.comhttps://www.instagram.com/wabanoonkwe/https://www.facebook.com/wabanoonkwe/https://www.tiktok.com/@wabanoonkwe