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Actors and AncestorsYou Might Also Like: Canardian ft. Joel D. MontgrandHere's an interview with JD from a different show you might like! "Cows and Plows and Rescue Ranger Fumbles (ft. JD Montgrand)" -- Joel (JD) Montgrand, host and creator of the "Actors and Ancestors" podcast, joins Canardian to discuss the town of La Ronge, its kaiju mosquitos, the mysterious drug cartel queen of Chicken Delight, winter survival 101, and so much more!If you loved this episode, there's a lot more Canardian where that came from. Check out the show and give them a follow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-1355 min
Actors and AncestorsFifty Years of Troublemaking with Gary FarmerJD meets up with Gary Farmer (Cayuga from the Six Nations of the Grand River) for a conversation about his fifty years in performance, blazing a trail for Indigenous actors to come, knowing your language and being known for "cheeky" humour. Check out Gary's band, Gary Farmer and the Troublemakers: "Cadillacs Don't Care" (From the album "Fool For Love", 2024 Gonzo Drive Records) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-0132 min
CanardianLa Ronge, SK: Cows and Plows and Rescue Ranger Fumbles (ft. JD Montgrand)Joel (JD) Montgrand, host and creator of the "Actors and Ancestors" podcast, joins Canardian to discuss the town of La Ronge, its kaiju mosquitos, the mysterious drug cartel queen of Chicken Delight, winter survival 101, and so much more!Listen to JD's podcast, Actors and Ancestors, a film and TV podcast that celebrates Indigenous actors, talks back to Hollywood stereotypes and looks to the future of Indigenous Peoples on screen. CW: This podcast relies on internet research and word of mouth from a variety of places. It is not 100% reliably fact checked. If anything...2025-04-2154 min
Actors and AncestorsChasing a Moving Target with Rainbow DickersonRainbow Dickerson is a Rappahannock-Thai actor and producer based in LA. She and Joel discuss what it’s like growing up in many places with a yearning for home, how specific on screen representation can be, and how to define success for yourself when it feels like other people at your level are more successful in the industry. Rainbow is an award-winning actor who stars in the new short film, The River. Fun fact: She and Joel are twice on-screen spouses in Avatar: The Last Airbender and Beans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-2458 min
Actors and AncestorsTravelling the Powwow Highway with Wes StudiThe legendary Wes Studi joins Joel for an exchange about his sweeping career from "The Last of the Mohicans" to "Reservation Dogs" and everything in between. Wes is a Tsalagi (Cherokee) screen veteran and the first Indigenous actor to receive an Academy Award for his lifetime achievements. Wes tells Joel about a chance error that led to choosing his showbiz name, his first time wearing tights, his experience as a young soldier in Viet Nam before he got involved in the American Indian Movement (AIM), and his recollection of a mountaintop fight scene with his late friend and fellow...2024-09-3044 min
Actors and AncestorsFrom CBC Unreserved: The Little Bird Story of the 60s Scoop[Actors and Ancestors is sharing this episode in partnership with CBC Unreserved.] The "Sixties Scoop" was a time when Indigenous children were forcibly removed from their families and communities and sent to live with white families in 1960's Canada. It’s estimated that over 20,000 First Nations, Métis and Inuit children were removed during the Scoop. It was a traumatic assimilation policy resulting in broken community connections and lasting pain through many generations. The award-winning, Indigenous-produced and -directed TV series, Little Bird, chronicles this period in time that many still don't know about."Four of the Ind...2024-08-3056 min
Actors and AncestorsBeing a Good Relative with Dallas GoldtoothDallas Goldtooth is a Dakota-Diné actor, comedian, and writer. He is a land defender, gamer, and mediocre horseback rider who is kicking down doors in Hollywood, writing and acting in groundbreaking shows like Reservation Dogs, Echo, and Fallout. He cut his teeth in the world of comedy with the 1491s, a sketch comedy group that travelled all through Indian country giving side-splitting performances and making connections. Now, Dallas and the squad are bringing Indigenous stories to the screen and making Indigenous actors household names. He shares his biggest tips for succeeding in the industry and his take home message? Be...2024-06-2147 min
Actors and AncestorsTRAILER: Season 2 - Actors & AncestorsTwice the medicine, twice the bannock, no spirit animals! Welcome to Season 2 of Actors & Ancestors, an Indigenous Film & TV podcast. ---Actors & Ancestors is created, produced and hosted by Joel D. Montgrand. Audio editing and production support from Daniella Barreto.Thank you to the Indigenous Screen Office for their support!---All music provided by https://slip.streamTrack: "Spaghetti Standoff", Flint EastgoodDownload / Stream: https://get.slip.stream/8fnuPnTrack: "Fiery Thunder"Download / Stream: https...2024-06-0301 min
Actors and AncestorsFrom "Hey Victor!" to "Hey Doctor" with Dr. Evan AdamsDr. Evan Adams is an accomplished actor-turned-doctor from Tla’amin Nation. His iconic portrayal of Thomas Builds-the-Fire in the 1998 movie “Smoke Signals” cemented him in Indigenous film history. Dr. Adams laughs with JD about just how many doctor roles he has played, explains how his traditional upbringing prepared him for the world of academia, and reveals how his acting life and the medical world can sometimes painfully clash. Join us in this exciting season finale with one of the most recognizable faces on the Indigenous acting scene!A huge thank you to the Indigenous Screen Office for th...2024-04-3044 min
Palomitas y refrescosEpisodio 28 - T/2 "True detective: Noche polar", serie de HBO MaxGaliana y JR comentan para el blog galianaycia.com la 4ª temporada de True Dective: Noche Polar
La primera temporada de True Detective estrenada hace 10 años, marcó un antes y un después en la televisión. Con el resto de temporadas ha ido decayendo la franquicia.
Sinopsis de esta temporda: Jodie Foster y la exboxeadora Kali Reis interpretan a Danvers y Navarro, dos policías obligadas a trabajar juntas en la desaparición de ocho científicos de un centro de investigación en el ártico, cerca de su pueblo Ennis, en el noroeste de Alaska,
La creadora de esta cuarta tempo...2024-04-2626 min
Actors and AncestorsThrowing Molotovs and Doing It Ourselves with D’Pharaoh Woon-A-TaiD’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai is an Oji-Cree-Anishinaabe actor born in Toronto whose people are from Big Trout Lake First Nation. On this episode, D’Pharaoh tells us how taking a chance and standing out in his audition scored him a lead role in the hit series, Reservation Dogs, how hard it is to accurately throw a Molotov, and how casting directors can do a better job casting Native roles across the industry.D'Pharaoh's Red Red Carpet shout-out goes to Angelique Midthunder, casting director of Reservation Dogs.Transcript available here. See more at www.actorsandancestors.com...2024-04-0755 min
Actors and AncestorsBONUS: Using the Jay Treaty – How to Work on Both Sides of the BorderJoel wanted to cast a wider net for roles and try to get work in the United States. But first, he needed to get a social security number. Follow Joel's journey over the border to get his SSN! The Jay Treaty allows Indigenous Peoples in Canada to travel freely across the border to work, live, or study. The idea sounds easy but it was pretty challenging to find the right information and get the right documents. Hopefully Joel's experience will help you navigate the system if you're an Indigenous actor in the same boat! This information...2024-04-0706 min
Too OpinionatedToo Opinionated Interview: Joel MontgrandToday on Too Opinionated, indigenous actor and podcast host, Joel D. Montgrand. Originally from Northern Saskatchewan, Joel captivates audiences in his role as Eddie Qavvik (love interest of Kali Reis) in the fourth season of HBO's hit series "True Detective: Night Country," shot in Iceland alongside the legendary Jodie Foster and screen partner Kali Reis. The gripping show was recently released in January 2024. Additionally, Joel has brought to life the beloved character Hakoda in Netflix's live-action adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender," (Premiered Feb 22, 2024) showcasing his ability to seamlessly transition between genres and mediums. Montgrand is also known for his rol...2024-03-1849 min
Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias"Eddie Qavvik Unveiled: A Journey Through True Detective's Night Country with Joel D. Montgrand""Dive deep into the captivating world of Joel D. Montgrand as he unveils insights into his latest projects and career highlights! Join host Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged for an exclusive conversation with Joel, renowned for his mesmerizing portrayal of Eddie Qavvik, the intriguing love interest of Kali Reis in HBO's fourth season of 'True Detective: Night Country.' Set against the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland and featuring stars like Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, this thrilling series debuted in January 2024. Delve further into Joel's embodiment of the beloved character Hakoda in Netflix's highly-anticipated live-action adaptation of 'Avatar: The...2024-03-0726 min
Killer CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 6 Finale !She IS awake ! ... and so are we! Well folks it is time for all one-eyed polar bears to make their way off to that ice cave for a big long snooze, because Issa, Jodie, Kali, Finn and team … including Fiona ( I gut coyotes and polish my rifles on New Year’s Eve for fun) Shaw are delivering us from the darkness of our wildest conspiracy theories, into the light (see what I did there?) of clarity. Well, maybe ...did this most watched season of True Detective of all time tie up all the loose ends flapping around the Ennis perma...2024-02-211h 22Killer CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 6 Finale !She IS awake ! ... and so are we! Well folks it is time for all one-eyed polar bears to make their way off to that ice cave for a big long snooze, because Issa, Jodie, Kali, Finn and team … including Fiona ( I gut coyotes and polish my rifles on New Year’s Eve for fun) Shaw are delivering us from the darkness of our wildest conspiracy theories, into the light (see what I did there?) of clarity. Well, maybe ...did this most watched season of True Detective of all time tie up all the loose ends flapping around the Ennis perma...2024-02-211h 22
Actors and AncestorsBetween Worlds Among the Stars with Isabella Star LaBlancEpisode 5: Isabella Star LaBlanc is a Dakota actor living in Minnesota. She’s a lifelong theatre actor and self-described “bookstore girl” who got her start surrounded by stories and storytellers. Her breakout screen performance is happening right now as she plays Leah Danvers, alongside Jodie Foster (Liz Danvers) in True Detective. Listen to Isabella explain why she’s not moving to LA or New York– at least not permanently, what it’s like to play a character younger than you actually are, and why Indigenous mentors and peers are so important in an industry that doesn’t always support community. (Bo...2024-02-0936 min
SADCAST: a podcast featuring stories, art, and design from "No Fun City".EP 90: A Show For My Younger Self with Actor Joel D. MontgrandSADCAST is trying out something new for 2024—a podcast crossover! Host Becca Clarkson chats with Joel D. Montgrand, a Rocky Cree actor based in Vancouver, about his new podcast "Actors and Ancestors." With credits like "HBO's True Detective: Night Country" and "Avatar: The Last Airbender," JD is a big deal on the big screen who's using his platform to amplify other Indigenous actors.
Tune into SADCAST's 90th (!) episode to hear how he decided to launch the podcast, as well as part of his interview with True Detective co-star and boxing champion Kai Reis.
There may be...2024-01-3135 min
Killer CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 02 | Bonus with DeanWe all know how much Dean likes to run his mouth and be a smarty pants, especially with all the minutiae that he jazzes on joining dots hither and yon. There was SO much to unpack in Episode 2 that even though we spent an hour with the legend Joel Montgrand, we still couldn’t cover all the twists and turns in that episode. So if you don’t dig the digging deep, give this one a miss. But of you like getting down and dirty (or frosty) with all the easy-to-miss connections and fan theories looki...2024-01-2520 minKiller CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 02 | Bonus with DeanWe all know how much Dean likes to run his mouth and be a smarty pants, especially with all the minutiae that he jazzes on joining dots hither and yon. There was SO much to unpack in Episode 2 that even though we spent an hour with the legend Joel Montgrand, we still couldn’t cover all the twists and turns in that episode. So if you don’t dig the digging deep, give this one a miss. But of you like getting down and dirty (or frosty) with all the easy-to-miss connections and fan theories looki...2024-01-2520 min
Killer CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 02 with Joel Montgrand !You knew that Lisa and Dean were already VERY excited about True Detective: Night Country … but today that excitement was ramped up to level infinity because we are joined in the pod today by one of those actors who despite their role being nominally a recurring co-star, they simply steal your eyeballs in every scene they are in. And don’t take our word for it … after his filming was finished and he was back Stateside, Showrunner Issa López thought so much of his performance that she wrote extra dialogue for him and flew him back for more...2024-01-2454 minKiller CastingTrue Detective: Night Country | Episode 02 with Joel Montgrand !You knew that Lisa and Dean were already VERY excited about True Detective: Night Country … but today that excitement was ramped up to level infinity because we are joined in the pod today by one of those actors who despite their role being nominally a recurring co-star, they simply steal your eyeballs in every scene they are in. And don’t take our word for it … after his filming was finished and he was back Stateside, Showrunner Issa López thought so much of his performance that she wrote extra dialogue for him and flew him back for more...2024-01-2454 min
Actors and AncestorsNavigating the Industry Wolves with Anna LambeEpisode 4: Navigating the Industry Wolves with Anna LambeAnna Lambe is an Inuk actor and filmmaker who’s a rising star to watch this coming year. Her breakout role was in The Grizzlies at just 18 years old, followed soon after by a part in the ill-fated CBC series, Trickster and, most recently, the lead on a soon-to-be-announced Arctic TV series. Despite her rocketing early career success, she admits the cutthroat nature of show business can be tough to navigate for sensitive souls. Tune in for the last episode of 2023 for tips about dealing with rejection in the in...2023-12-3139 min
Actors and AncestorsDitching Leathers and Feathers with Darrell DennisEpisode 3: Ditching Leathers and Feathers with Darrell DennisDarrell Dennis is a trailblazing veteran Secwépemc actor, comedian, and now– writer and director. Joel caught up with him on location in Cowichan Territory while they were filming Darrell’s new film, Sweet Summer Pow Wow in August.You’ll hear about Darrell’s very first job as the lead on a CBC teen drama at 17, his narrow escape from a possible Starlight Tour in Winnipeg, and how the casting category of “ethnically ambiguous” opened up new kinds of roles for him. From the old stereotypes of “leather a...2023-11-2634 min
Actors and AncestorsFighting is My Medicine with Kali ReisEpisode 2: Fighting is My Medicine with Kali Reis Buckle up for this knockout interview with Seaconke Wampanoag actor, Kali Reis, aka Many Feathers Many Talents. Kali is the star of HBO's upcoming True Detective (Season 4) alongside acting legend, Jodie Foster, and your host, Joel D. Montgrand. Hear how Kali went from being a boxing world champion to champion of the box office, her advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, as well as what it was like to work with an intimacy coordinator on set. As a Two-Spirit Afro-Indigenous person, Kali sha...2023-11-2640 min
Actors and AncestorsTrue North Strong and Cree with Joel D. MontgrandEpisode 1: True North Strong and Cree with Joel D. MontgrandActors and Ancestors is a brand new film and TV podcast for Indigenous actors and anyone else who wants to learn. This is a special first episode where your host, Rocky Cree actor, Joel D. Montgrand tells you about his land, who claims him, and lets you in on the story of his journey to the screen. Originally from Treaty 6 and 10 in rural Saskatchewan, he records this show from the belly of Hollywood North aka unceded Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh territories. You'll recognize Joel from t...2023-11-2626 minActors and AncestorsTRAILER: Actors and AncestorsWe've come a long way from "Cowboys and Indians". It's a new age of cinema where First Nations, Inuit, and Métis actors are finally on the world stage, telling our own stories. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the hottest Indigenous stars and the elders of stage and screen as they laugh out loud and talk back to industry stereotypes. This show uplifts communities and celebrates Indigenous wins across Turtle Island and beyond. Hosted by Rocky Cree actor, Joel D. Montgrand.Actors and Ancestors is created, hosted, and produced by Joel D. Montgrand with audio editing an...2023-06-2101 min
Face2Face with David PeckBeans, Bridges & OkaTracey Deer and Face2Face host David Peck talk about her new film Beans, bridges under construction, storytelling and changing the world, persistence, forgiveness, how anger can guide us for good, listening well and why trauma doesn’t need to define us.TrailerFind out more about the film here and Tracey here.Synopsis:Beans is a coming-of-age story, inspired by co-writer/director Tracey Deer’s own experience as a 12-year-old Mohawk girl who had to grow up fast during the 1990 Oka Crisis, a 78-day armed stand-off between the Quebec/Canadian gove...2021-07-3038 min
VanShitty4- Joel MontgrandToday is Joel Montgrand day! Joel is one of my oldest friends in the film/theater industry. We met at my first short theatre festival, then worked together on Shooting! The Musical and Average Dicks. This dude has lived a life and he is great at telling the stories.
He’s lived in South Korea teaching English on less-than-legal pretences, travelled the world, done theatre all over Canada, and now plays a key roll in arguably the most important Canadian film of the year: Beans (trailer link in Bio), a film that his been sweeping up accolades at...2021-07-051h 31