In this episode of Climate Action Figures, host John Whidden introduces Mike McDougall Price, a science teacher at Piikani Nation Secondary School. Mike discusses the importance of traditional Blackfoot and Piikani practices, his efforts to connect students to their language and culture, and various sustainable initiatives at his school, including a composting program and the cultivation of traditional plants. The episode also covers the integration of Indigenous ways of knowing with modern science to address climate change and promote sustainability.
00:00 Introduction to Climate Action Figures Season 3
00:39 QuickFix: Water Conservation Tips
01:25 Meet Mike McDougall Price
01:28 Traditional Baths and Health Benefits
02:24 Mike's Role in Piikani Nation Secondary School
03:05 Connecting Students to Piikani Language and Culture
04:12 Greenhouse and Composting Programs
06:26 Sustainability Award and Sweetgrass Research
10:55 Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Science
19:50 Climate Actions and Future Vision
22:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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