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Radicle Narrative6.3: Kimberly Tootoosis Red Talk at Think Indigenous International Education Conference 2025Kimberly Tootoosis resides on Poundmaker Indian Reserve in Treaty Six Territory, where she is deeply rooted in her community and culture. As a proud mother of four and the head of Red Echo Associates, Kimberly combines her academic excellence and lived experience to empower individuals and communities.Kimberly holds a Master's degree in Aboriginal Social Work from the First Nations University of Canada and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College. In addition, she has pursued specialized training in a variety of therapeutic modalities, enhancing her ability to deliver impactful and culturally...2025-04-2549 min
Radicle Narrative6.2: Taiaiake Alfred on Breathing Life Back into Onkwehonwe Visions of NationhoodToday we welcome Taiaiake Alfred—Kanien’kehá:ka author, educator, and activist known for influencing indigenous political thought. A former U.S. Marine turned scholar, Alfred founded the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic and has mentored leaders in sovereignty and resurgence for over two decades.His books Peace, Power, Righteousness, Wasáse, and It’s All About the Land challenge colonial systems and call for a return to Indigenous traditions. Taiaiake is now working in Kahnawà:ke on governance, where he is focused on helping to remove his nation from the Indian Act on their terms. Tune in as...2025-04-142h 02
Radicle Narrative6.1: Warrior Societies and Indigenous Resilience: A Decolonized Approach to Preparedness with Sakej WardSakej Ward , a Mi'kmaw warrior from Esgenoopetitj, Burnt Church First Nation, has dedicated his life to defending indigenous ways of life, land and peoples. In this Episode Mylan and Sakej discussed the importance of community-based approaches to crisis management, the role and function of warrior societies in indigenous communities, and the challenges of living off the land in the face of industrial society's destruction of natural resources. They also emphasized the need for decolonizing the concept of preparedness and self-reliance from a North American indigenous perspective, and the importance of practical experience and skill development in bushcraft and survival...2025-04-143h 12Radicle NarrativeNavigating the Holidays with Mylan and Rick from Decolonized BuffaloIn this episode, Mylan and Rick from Decolonized Buffalo have a conversation on the presence and pressure of "the holidays" and delving into the colonial and systemic roots of Christmas and its impact on Indigenous communities. They discuss the social pressure of this season, challenges of family dynamics, commercialization of the holidays, and the stress of navigating colonizer traditions while raising children in a settler society. The conversation touches on history, family dynamics, food culture, Indigenous cuisines, and the financial burdens tied to holiday expectations. They also emphasize the importance of centering Indigenous voices in media, promoting safety during...2024-12-131h 39Radicle Narrative5.9: Tahnee Ahtone Harjo Growing Thunder on Indigenous Identity and Museum CurationIn this episode, Tahnee-Ahtone Harjo Growing Thunder shares her journey as an Indigenous museum curator, rooted deeply in her Indigenous identity and culture. Tahnee discusses the unique responsibility Indigenous curators carry in preserving and representing cultural artifacts and living histories. From navigating the complexities of colonial influence and pan-Indigenous identity to championing the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Tahnee highlights the critical work of reclaiming narratives and fostering cultural continuity within museum spaces. With personal anecdotes, insights on the impact of her family legacy, and the challenges of her curatorial role, Tahnee offers a compelling perspective on...2024-10-3139 min
Radicle Narrative5.8: Voices of Resistance: Sonia Ahmad Talks Mental Health, Colonialism, and Free PalestineIn this episode of Radical Narrative, we sit down with Sonia Ahmad, a practicing Pakistani psychotherapist, passionate mental health advocate, and activist. Sonia views therapy as a form of art, emphasizing the importance of real human connection in the healing process. She creates a safe, peaceful space for clients to unpack difficult experiences, explore emotional patterns, and address hidden challenges, particularly those from cultural, religious, and familial dynamics. As a therapist driven by her dedication to the South Asian community, Sonia works to empower individuals from shame-based cultures, helping them address mental health without judgment.
2024-10-021h 32Radicle Narrative5.8: Building Homes with One House Many Nations and Alan SukutIn this episode Mylan sit and discusses building homes through a Post-Idle No More project called One House Many Nations (OHMN), who is in partner ship with Nutana Collegiate at Saskatoon where students in the city will build a home for indigenous youth living on a reserve. Alan Sukut is the educator in charge of the program and homes being built the students, check it out as we discuss the Nutana Industry and Career Education (NICE) program
Show Notes:
https://www.ohmn.ca/
https://www.spsd.sk.ca/school/nutana...2024-04-0447 min
Radicle Narrative5.7: Rachel Snow on Treaty Nationhood, History and Cows and PloughsMylan sits down with Rachel Snow to discuss the importance of treaty history and nationhood in the americas, as well as the current agricultural settlements taking place in this neoliberal era and how they do not fit within an indigenous paradigm .
Next Event:
Beyond Cows and Plows
The Big Picture: Understanding the Treaty Right to Agriculture
March 21st
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
Rusty Mcdonald Library
4:30-8:30pm
Name of Authors:
Sarah Carter: Lost Harvests
Taiaike...2024-03-181h 04Radicle Narrative5.6 Decolonizing Kinships, Love and Intimacy: Indigenous Insights with Geraldine KingIn this episode, I have the pleasure of conversing with Geraldine King, a remarkable Anishinaabe woman currently pursuing her PhD at Queens University. She is a poet, a devoted mother, and a dedicated scholar who actively serves on her community's chief and council.
Together, we delve into profound discussions surrounding indigenous concepts of love, intimacy, and the complexities of maintaining ethical and healthy relationships while living in a western society. Join us as we explore the intersections of culture, tradition, and personal growth in navigating the intricacies of modern relationships.
Show Notes:
Geraldines Poems:[https://asusjournal.org/issue-5/geraldine-king-fiction/
Quill...2024-03-151h 38Radicle Narrative5.5: Grounded Reflections on Politics, World View and Life with Lema MaiwandLema is an Afghan Woman living in the diaspora. She lives in Canada and holds an undergraduate and masters degree in Political Science. She currently works in various community and grassroots organizing capacities.
Links:
Rise of Woke Empire: By Marius Trotter
https://www.midwesternmarx.com/articles/rise-of-woke-empire-by-marius-trotter
Essequibo and Exxon Mobil: A Tail of Imperialism and Undermining of the Bolivarian Revolution By Lema Maiwand
https://www.midwesternmarx.com/articles/essequibo-and-exxonmobil-a-tale-of-imperialism-and-undermining-of-the-bolivarian-revolution-by-lema-maiwand
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2024-01-241h 32Radicle Narrative5.4: Mylan as a Guest on Southpaw Episode "138: An Anti-Colonial Perspective on Deescalation"Radicle Narrative is Rebroadcasting Episode 138 of Southpaw. Here are the details,
"On this episode of Southpaw, Sam is joined by activists Emma Taylor and Mylan Tootoosis for an anti-colonial discussion on de-escalation and community care.
"The Cunning of the Adult Supremacist": https:// www.colbytootoosis.com/writings/adult-supremacy
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We can't continue to produce important episodes like this one without your solidarity. There is no Southpaw...2023-12-151h 21
Radicle Narrative5.3: Raymond Fox Jr. on Soccer, Athleticism and Community.On this episode Mylan sits down with Raymond Fox Jr, from Sweet Grass Indian Reserve and grew up in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Besides being a goalkeeper for the USask Men's Soccer team, Raymond is deeply committed to his community and passionate about fostering the next generation of indigenous athletes.
As he pursues his education degree at the Indian Teachers Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan, Raymond also finds time to actively promote community sport camps and program for indigenous youth. Through his involvement, he aims to inspire and mentor young indigenous athletes, empowering them to...2023-08-071h 10
Southpaw138 – An Anti-colonial Perspective on De-escalation w/ Emma & MylanOn this episode of Southpaw, Sam is joined by activists Emma Taylor and Mylan Tootoosis for an anti-colonial discussion on de-escalation and community care.
"The Cunning of the Adult Supremacist": https://www.colbytootoosis.com/writings/adult-supremacy
Radicle Narrative: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative
Listen to Fighter's Brew: https://www.patreon.com/posts/76751767
Sign up for Liberation Martial Arts Online: https://www.patreon.com/posts/liberation-arts-72505630
We can't continue to produce important episodes like this one without your solidarity. There is no Southpaw network without your financial support. In return, not only do you help produce our shows but you also get acces...2023-07-171h 24
Radicle Narrative5.2: Rickylee Russell-Waipuka on Colonialism, Young Stardom, Unforeseen Career Paths, and the Maōri Presence in MediaRickylee is widely recognized for her memorable portrayal of Chardonnay in the acclaimed film "Boy," directed by the talented Taika Waititi. Her impressive acting credits also include notable roles in "Waka Warriors" a TV series that follows a crew on ocean voyaging canoes, and "This is Piki." With a solid foundation in theater, she has extensively performed and toured alongside the esteemed Hawaiki Tū Haka Theatre Company. Rickylee has also made her mark in Canada, captivating audiences with haka workshops at prominent events like the Sākihiwē Festival and Edge of the World Festival and visited various provinces and com...2023-06-141h 40
Radicle Narrative5.1: Dr. Gina Starblanket on Treaties, Nation-to-Nation, and the Embedded Capitalism.Dr. Gina Starblanket, belonging to the Cree and Saulteaux tribes, is an esteemed member of the Star Blanket Cree Nation located in Treaty 4 territory. She holds the position of associate professor in the school of Indigenous governance at the University of Victoria. Dr. Starblanket's areas of expertise encompass Indigenous political orders, Indigenous-settler relationships, and Indigenous feminism. She actively engages in research related to these topics.
As the principal investigator of the SSHRC-funded Prairie Relationality Network, Dr. Starblanket has contributed significantly to the field. Additionally, she has co-authored the book titled "Storying Violence: Unravelling Colonial Narratives in the...2023-06-081h 04
Radicle Narrative5.0: Caitlin Erickson's Journey of Truth, Advocacy, and JusticeCaitlin Erickson is a determined advocate and former student of Legacy Christian Academy, a school in Saskatchewan. She has been actively involved in fighting for improved teaching practices and accountability in qualified independent schools. Erickson, along with other former students, has taken legal action against Legacy and its parent organization, Mile Two Church, seeking justice for abuses experienced while students at the school. Despite facing threats and acts of vandalism, Erickson remains resolute in her mission to bring about positive change and support students who have experienced abuse. Her unwavering dedication to this cause has made her a strong voice...2023-05-231h 26Radicle Narrative4.9: Radicle Narrative as a Guest on the Panel "Episode 131: This is for Settler Comrades to listen to" of the Decolonized Buffalo PodcastOn this episode we are Sharing "Episode 131: This is for Settler Comrades to listen to" of the Decolonized Buffalo Podcast where our host Mylan was featured as a panelist.
Episode Details:
Host: Derek (“PlantsFanon” on social media)
Guests:
- Mylan (Radicle Narrative Podcast)
- Yahmo
- Victor
- Rick (Decolonized Buffalo Podcast)
Since there has been a lot of reactionary takes against decolonization, and the work of Dr. Horne, we decided to give our analysis on the situation, and give some advice to settler/non-Indigenous comrades.
Music:
By Dale Memnook on Soundcloud
The Rabbit Stomp2023-05-152h 21
Radicle Narrative4.8: Decolonized Buffalo on Marxist Theory, Decolonization and Settler Colonialism.On this episode Mylan sits down with Rick from The Decolonized Buffalo Podcast. We discuss Marxist Theory, Decolonization and Settler Colonialism.
Shownotes:
Other episodes and show notes are available here,
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Music by:
William Bird from Peguis First Nation, Treaty One Territory. (Manitoba, Canada)2023-04-072h 17
Radicle Narrative4.7 [Part Two] Antonio Valladares on the Origins of Alternative Medicine and Wellness Culture, White Supremacy, World Fairs, and Militant Yoga.Part Two of Three with Antonio Valladares On this episode we sit down with NYC-based fitness expert Antonio Valladares who has been involved with the North American fitness and health scene for decades! Antonio speaks out against problematic wellness, fitness and health approaches being touted today by influencers, grifters, and business peoples. Listen in as Antonio lays the North American historical foundations to much of the fitness and wellness approaches that now exist in mainstream western culture. Antonio is currently in nursing school and is now dedicating time to studying and writing.
References:
Muscular Christianity: Manhood an...2023-02-051h 04
Radicle Narrative4.5: Alana “The Alanamal” Cook on MMA, Training, and Lifestyle.Alana “The Alanamal” Cook is a thirty-one year-old Métis woman currently living on Kwikwetlem First Nation territory with her partner, Keanan, and a sassy corgi named Ruby. Alana is a professional Mixed Martial Arts athlete, and currently ranked as the number six women’s pound for pound fighter in Canada. Not only is she a pro fighter; she is a Pro-fessor, teaching third-year Kinesiology students about Indigenous Sport and Physical Culture. Alana holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of the Fraser Valley, and a Masters in Indigenous Land-based Education from the University of Saskatchewan. Alana is also th...2022-12-141h 09
2 Crees in a PodUnethically Taking Space with Joel Cardinal & Mylan TootoosisJoin 2 Crees in a Pod with Joel Cardinal and Mylan Tootoosis as we discuss Pretendians.
We acknowledged our uncomfortableness as Indigenous people working in post secondary institutions discussing pretendians, however we recognize the importance to continue having these difficult conversations. Reconciliation is sexy and everyone wants a piece so how do we navigate systems where people are unethically taking space.2022-12-1259 min
Radicle Narrative4.4: Mika Lafond on Publishing, Poetry, and Writing (Updated).Mika Lafond is nêhiyaw iskwêw from Muskeg Lake Cree Nation. She resides in Treaty 6 territory. She is a mother, educator and author. Mika graduated from the Indian Teachers Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan and went on to design the Kihtwam program to engage high school youth in her community. She completed a MFA and published a bilingual poetry book. Her passion in Indigenous education has led her to pursue language revitalization, nation-building, and land based education. She is currently instructing ITEP classes and is a director of the iyinisiwin Story Institute Incorporated.
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Radicle Narrative4.3: Mylan Tootoosis on The Decolonized Buffalo Podcast (Episode 113: 1 on 1 with Radicle Narrative Podcast)Mylan sits down as a guest with Decolonized Buffalo to discuss indigenous media, The Radicle Narrative Podcast, Parenting, Language Learning and Politics.
Show Notes:
Decolonized Buffalo Instagram https://www.instagram.com/decolonized_buffalo/?hl=en
Decolonized Buffalo Twitter https://twitter.com/DecolonizedBP
Decolonized Buffalo Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcbCdJwIdDxEorSGKYaITsQ
Decolonized Buffalo on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5HNK0mWbkbxoynVEKwgvVC
Decolonized Buffalo on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/decolonized-buffalo/id1530454129
Radicle Narrative Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative
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Radicle Narrative4:2: Comanche Language Department on Comanche language in Hollywood, language learning and the new film Prey.In this episode we sit down with Comanche Language Department Director and Coordinator Dr. Kathryn Pewenofkit Bryner, who worked behind the scenes on the Comanche version of the new Predator franchise film, Prey,. We discuss the Comanche Language, Comanche Language Learning, its use in mainstream Hollywood, and the emergent popularity of Comanche Language via the Comanche language dubbed version of the film Prey, which is now streaming on Hulu and Disney Plus.
Shownotes:
Comanche Language Department:
https://comanchenation.com/departments/comanche-nation-language-department-0
Comanche Language Department Gofund Me:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/CLCPC?u...2022-08-081h 01Radicle Narrative4.1: Unmaking Saskatchewan Episode: Colonial Violence in the Present (w/ Mylan Tootoosis)Special Episode where Mylan was a guest on Unmaking Saskatchewan, here is the episode for our Radicle Narrative Listeners.
"On July 17, 2022, Colby Tootoosis was attacked and beaten by settlers as he returned a trailer to a friend. The assault, which was caught on camera and happened not far from where settler farmer Gerald Stanley shot and killed Colten Boushie in August 2016, laid bare the juxtaposition between how colonial law is applied to Indigenous people and how it is applied to settlers. Sara talks with Colby’s brother, Mylan, about the assault and how it fits into the co...2022-07-2942 min
Unmaking SaskatchewanColonial Violence in the Present (w/ Mylan Tootoosis)On July 17, 2022, Colby Tootoosis was attacked and beaten by settlers as he returned a trailer to a friend. The assault, which was caught on camera and happened not far from where settler farmer Gerald Stanley shot and killed Colten Boushie in August 2016, laid bare the juxtaposition between how colonial law is applied to Indigenous people and how it is applied to settlers. aLEX talks with Colby’s brother, Mylan, about the assault and how it fits into the context of Indigenous-settler relations in Saskatchewan. Mylan is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Saskatchewan and can be found at th...2022-07-2733 min
Radicle Narrative4.0 [Part one] Antonio Valladares on the History of Alternative Medicine and Wellness Culture in North AmericaOn this episode we sit down with NYC-based fitness expert Antonio Valladares who has been involved with the North American fitness and health scene for decades! Antonio speaks out against problematic wellness, fitness and health approaches being touted today by influencers, grifters, and business peoples. Listen in as Antonio lays the North American historical foundations to much of the fitness and wellness approaches that now exist mainstream. Antonio is currently in nursing school and is now dedicating time to studying and writing.
This episode is brought to you by Decolonize Myself Follow them on instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/decolonizemyself/
O...2022-07-121h 31
Radicle Narrative3.9: Craig Ferris on Basketball, Coaching, and FatherhoodCraig Ferris is the head varsity boy's basketball coach at Wyoming Indian High School in Ethete, Wyoming. He is Northern Arapaho/Northern Chevenne. Craig played at Wyoming Indian HS winning a state championship in 1992 and graduated in 1995. He played two years of 'juco ball' at Casper College winning a NJCAA Region 9 championship in 1996. Heplayed two more years at NCAA DII Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Craig started coaching 5th/ 6th grade boys and girls in 2001 winning several conference championships. He moved to the HS Level in 2005 and in 15 years the teams have won six state championships including back to...2022-06-1155 min
Radicle Narrative3.8: John the Duncan on Youtube, Settlers and White Leftists, Capitalism and Sociol Reproduction TheoryJohn the Duncan is a PhD researcher from Scotland currently living in London. Their work centres on human rights, austerity and neoliberalism. He recently made a YouTube video “Left Wing White Supremacy?” that highlighted some shit takes white leftists had on indigenous nationhood and land back movements. Listen in as we talk about settler colonialism, Scotland, white supremacy and other cool stuff…..like bannock.
Show Notes:
Left Wing White Supremacy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZaOCR-mUm8&t=839s
Two Rabbit Stolen Anarchy Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBFvxkvpi2w
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Southpaw123 – Taekwondo and Korean History Explains Everything (Part 2) w/ JayOn Southpaw, we speak to Jay from Red Star Over Asia (@RedStarOverAsia) about his article "When Taekwondo Ruled the World": https://www.midwesternmarx.com/articles/when-taekwondo-ruled-the-world-by-jay
In part 2, we discuss:
Ethnonationalism vs. international communism
Americanization of South Korea
Martial arts, martial leader, and martial law
Yushin Constitution and Westernized conservativism
National Security Act and anti-democracy
South Korea as model minority country
The erasure of south Korean communists
Anti-Americanism and pro-democracy
Projecting Western anticommunist politics onto Korea
Toxic masculinity expressed in statecraft
The West leaving collaborators and Nazis in charge
The trauma of US occupation
Park's Korea
T...2022-03-0349 min
Radicle Narrative3.7: (2/2) Community Defence and Practical Fire Arms Considerations.Part Two of Q &A where we answer questions that were submitted by Radicle Narrative Listeners. Again, Much of these questions came from listeners in the US where the gun laws are drastically different than Canada. We encourage everyone to follow their local gun laws. Show Notes: Book Titles: The Reluctant Partisan Vol 1,2,3 Light Infranty Tactics: for Small Teams by Chris Larson Rapid Fire: Tactics for High Threat By Max Velocity Contact: A Tactical Manual for Post Apocalyptic Survival By Max Velocity Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga's Manual is on our Patreon Music: Kamu Enos https://soundcloud.com/kamuela-enos-761724092/tracks Subscribe to...2022-02-211h 17
Radicle Narrative3.7: (1/2) Community Defence and Practical Fire Arm Considerations (US CONTEXT)Q & A, answering questions that were submitted by Radicle Narrative Listeners. Much of these questions came from listeners in the US where the gun laws are drastically different than Canada. We encourage everyone to follow their local gun laws. Music: Kamu Enos https://soundcloud.com/kamuela-enos-761724092/tracks Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RadicleNarrative2022-02-191h 12
Radicle Narrative3.6: Arlana Bennett on Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer and Elk, Settler Colonialism, and the need for Indigenous Centred Mental Health in AcademiaArlana Bennett (Redsky) is Anishinaabe and a member of the Shoal Lake 40 First Nation in northwestern Ontario. She is a Ph.D. student in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta. Her research is focused on aspects of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management, and Indigenous consultation and engagement. Arlana’s current areas of research and specialization include wildlife disease management, wildlife conservation, Indigenous harvesting rights, kincentric and posthumanist ecology, and historical-contemporary multi-species entanglements in the Colonialocene.
Listen in as we discuss Chronic Wasting Disease, Settler colonial and the need for indigneous cenetred supports and me...2022-01-241h 13
Radicle NarrativeHoliday Check-in [Bonus]Mylan takes time to share his current reflections on this time of year and hold space for other Radicle Narrative listeners navigating the holidays.
Stay Safe!
2021-12-2508 min
Radicle Narrative3.5: The Knowledge, Observations and Experiences of Fancy Dance World Champion RG Harris.RG Harris is Ponca/Sac & Fox from Oklahoma. He is a world champion fancy dancer having won multiple times at Ponca Powwow which is known for hosting the Fancy Dance World Championships. Listen in as he shares story of his experience, understanding and knowledge around the dance.
Note from Mylan:
"I never realized how much in the north we are conditioned to gender this style of Fancy-Dancing and call it "Mens Fancy". I personally didn't realize how much I gendered this until I had to edit this. It's something I am currently working on to...2021-12-171h 28
Radicle NarrativeBonus Episode: Boss of ThreeHello Everyone! We wanted to come and say thank you to all our listeners, it is a busy time of year, and we are currently working on some new podcasts and cool online features our listeners can utilize in the 2022 new year and say thank-you to Denny Blackstar and Boss of Three.
Boss of Three is an Indigenous Band from the Treaty Six Territory. They play a wide variety of music, including Rock n' Roll and Country Music! Their music is available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, YouTube. If you want to get in touch with Boss of T...2021-12-1503 min
Radicle Narrative3.4: Kamuela Enos on Hawai'ian Strengths and History and Creating Indigenous Infrastructure and SystemsKamuela Enos was born and raised in Waianae, on the island of O`ahu. He received his AA from Leeward Community College, BA in Hawaiian Studies from UH Manoa, MA in Urban and Regional Planner. His masters thesis is titled "Utilizing Traditional Hawaiian Land Use Practices to Create Sustainability Paradigms for the 21st Century." He sits on the boards of numerous community based non-profits. He is a lecturer at UH Manoa’s Dept of Urban and Regional Planning.
Currently, Kamuela Enos is the Director of the Office of Indigenous Innovation for the University of Hawaii. His work focuses on repositioning an...2021-11-251h 24
Radicle Narrative3.3 Nicola Classen on Settler Rural Life, Rural Education Systems, and Health and Nutrition CurriculumNicola Classen(They/Them) is on our Radicle Narrative team and has been with us for several months, so far they are here to stay! They have helped develop some amazing episodes with us and we are grateful for Nicola’s help and support. They are up and coming educator by trade with a major in Biology and a minor in English. They are currently pursuing an Arts and Science degree with a major in Health Studies as Nicola would like to work towards curricular reform in Saskatchewan.
Listen in as they discuss the problems that are apart in settler li...2021-11-061h 11
Radicle Narrative3.2: Terri Suntjens on Professional Target Shooting, the Land, and Hunting MooseTerri Suntjens is the director of Indigenous Initiatives and kihêw waciston at MacEwan University. She is also the co-creator and co-host of her successful podcast 2 Crees in a Pod. She is now a PhD Student at the University Of Calgary in the Department of Social Work. She is a hunter and has a long history of being a professional target shooter since she was a child.
Listen in as we talk about how she became an avid hunter and shooter, what it’s like being a woman who actively fills the freezer with wild game, and what...2021-10-0758 min
Radicle Narrative3.1: Societal, Ethical and Philosophical Considerations of Firearms South of the Medicine LineOur Guest is a Visayan husband, father, Communist and activist currently finishing his PhD in Counselling Psych. For the past several years he has provided free trainings related to firearms, community and self-defence and prepping to people from marginalized communities.
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Radicle Narrative2.9: Lema Ijetmaye on Afghanistan, Imperialism, and Global/Internal Settler State PoliticsLema Ijetmaye is an Afghan Woman living in the diaspora. She lives in Ottawa and holds an undergraduate and masters degree in Political Science. She has no plans to do a PhD. I had the pleasure of sitting with her on Poundmaker Indian Reserve while shares her thoughts and tells her story, this episode was recorded outside, socially distanced, while masked up. Listen in as we talk about her homelands in Afghanistan, US and NATO imperialism, and how the bigger global game also plays out within the settler state of Canada. Shownotes: Lema on Instagram Khalif Collective on Instagram. Bo...2021-08-301h 29
Radicle Narrative2.8: Peace Akintade Talks Poetry, Identity, Creativity and Prairie LifePeace Akintade is a Nigerian born story-telling creative making a home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan's Youth Poet Laureate for 2020-21 and Saskatoon’s Youth Slam Champion in 2017-19, her poems touch on growing up in Kuwait, Nigeria and Canada, the impact of slavery in the village in which she lived in Africa, colourism, and relearning her culture in the face of colonization. She is invested in many cool projects such as Write Out Loud and Tonight It's Poetry community. and has many more ideas to see play out in the future.
Listen in as we discuss all the...2021-08-2457 min
Radicle Narrative2.7: Ethical and Mindful Subsistence Hunting Considerations with Philip BrassPhilip Brass is from Peepeekisis Cree Nation in Treaty 4 Territory. Philip has much experience hunting and living on the prairie and is keenly aware of the ecological situation taking place on the prairies. A forever learner, he shares and teaches traditional land-based skills, knowledge and language with children and youth, both on reserve and throughout the Prairie Valley School Division. Listen in as we discuss hunting, rifles, and the importance of being practical and mindful while re-engaging with our traditional hunting practices.
Show Notes:
Philip on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/philip.j...2021-07-181h 10
Radicle Narrative2.6: Vegan and Cruelty Free Cosmetics with Noble LipglossMisimi Kolawole and Julia Luna are two young entrepreneurs who live in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada. They are the creators of Noble Lipgloss, an inclusive brand that is Vegan and Cruelty Free and both affordable and homemade. Listen in as we highlight these two local-home grown young entrepreneurs who started a side hobby project, figured out how to create cosmetics, and launched a business while in highschool while at the same time adhering to to their educational goals.
*Social Media (Currently Going Through a Remodel):
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noblelipgloss/?hl=en
Website: http://noblelipgloss.com/shop//
*Send direct message to...2021-07-0932 min
Radicle Narrative2.5: April Holder on Art, Creative Drive, and The Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, NMA citizen of the Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma (People of the Red and Yellow Earth), April also has heritage to the Tonkawa and Wichita people. April is a mixed media installation artist, community organizer, and advocate for Indigenous Women. She is a founding member of The Humble art collective of Santa Fe, New Mexico, which worked to create accessible and diverse art environments to the community and empower emerging artists.
She is a creative contributor as well as member of The Three Sister Collective of Santa Fe, New Mexico. April utilizes her art to create...2021-06-011h 08
Radicle Narrative2.4: Anti-Oppressive & Anti Racist Vegan and Vegetarian Vietnamese Food at Diane's Place.Diane Lam (Lam Tu Nghi) is the owner and operator of new Saskatoon fav, Diane’s Place. Serving delicious vegan and vegetarian Vietnamese food. Diane operates out of her home kitchen on weekends while working from home full time. Her food is only available through her social media pages. Listen in as we talk about Vietnamese food, anti-oppression, anti-racism, and ultimately what the heck is going on in settler families? Show Notes:
Diane's Place Instagram 2021-04-131h 15
Radicle Narrative2.3: The Social Contexts & Personal Life of Ashley CallingbullAshley Callingbull has become a popular public figure across Canada and the world. She is an actress who has starred in various television series over the past decade. In June 2010, Ashley placed 2nd Runner up in the Miss Universe Canada 2010 Pageant. Ashley was chosen as Miss Canada in 2010 and represented her nation in international pageants in China, Europe and Barbados. She also received the Top 20 Under 30 Award in Canada. Ashley also received a role model award from the United Nations in October 2015 for Global Dignity Day. In 2015, Ashley won the Mrs. Universe pageant.....
Listen in as we tal...2021-03-251h 12
Radicle NarrativeOn The Ground (Bonus): Home-cooked Mexican Food in Saskatoon with Dulce MesaDulce Meza is originally from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. She is starting a food fundraiser to help with dental work. Listen in as we talk about her family story, the effort going into making real-deal Mexican food in rural Saskatchewan and ultimately how to get your hands on this amazing food.
Put your pre-order in here: 639-317-4261 (You can send your order between Monday to Friday before 11pm)
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Original Facebook Post
Dulce Meza's Instagram
Menu
"We are planning on selling Mexican Food and desserts, for pre order only. For the purpose of paying for my dental implant surgery of m...2021-03-2510 min
Radicle Narrative2.2: Rural Family Physician Dr. Lyle WilliamsDr. Lyle Williams has been a practicing family physician for the last ten years in Unity, Saskatchewan. Dr. Williams is passionate about primary and emergency care in the rural setting and is excited to work towards addressing the challenges in the northwest area through continuous improvement initiatives and a focus on improving the patient experience. Listen in as we talk about the life of a doctor in rural Saskatchewan, Covid-19 and what it was like bracing for the incoming global pandemic. We also talk about the importance of meeting the health care needs of indigenous peoples, owning up to th...2021-03-221h 43
Radicle NarrativeOn The Ground (Bonus): Treaty 6ix Clothing with Tesler MosquitoTreaty 6ix is a small, local, & Indigenous-owned business based out of Saskatoon in Treaty Six Territory. Listen in as we discuss the origins of this brand, the messaging behind it, and what Tesler Mosquito has planned for the future of this clothing line.
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Treaty 6ix Clothing Website
Treaty 6ix Clothing Instagram
Family Photo wearing Treaty 6ix
Tesler Mosquito Instagram
Manifest Manners: Narratives on Postindian Survivance Book2021-03-0736 min
Radicle NarrativeOn The Ground (Bonus): White Supremacy in Saskatchewan with Micheal ClevelandMicheal Cleveland is from Humbolt, Saskatchewan. Listen in as we talk about how an act of vandalism leads to having to acknowledge some major problems that exist in Saskatchewan.
Show Notes:
Humboldt building owner saddened and concerned about racist graffiti
The shooting of Leo LaChance: 20 years later (2011)
Sculpture unveiled in memory of Leo LaChance
Nazi flag flap highlights Saskatchewan’s race problem
Canadian Nationalist Party leader charged with wilful promotion of hate
The Invention of the White Race Paperback- Theodore W. Allen
Lecture on...2021-03-0243 min
Radicle Narrative2.1: Up and Coming Filmmaker Peshawn BreadPeshawn Bread is a screenwriter, poet, and cinematographer from the Penatʉkʉ (sugar eater) and Yapurʉkʉ (root eater) bands of the Comanche tribe. Her writing capitalizes Indigenous women, sexuality and humorous experiences. In the winter of 2015, she was introduced and welcomed as one of Sundance Institute's Full Circle Fellows. She was a 2015-16 recipient of the 4th World-Indigenous Media Lab Fellowship supported by SIFF (Seattle International Film Festival) in partnership with Longhouse Media, Sundance Institute and ITVS. Peshawn also participated in a Screenwriter's "Designed Obstacles" workshop led by Joan Tewksbury (Thieves Like Us, Nashville). Throughout the years she has...2021-01-261h 13Radicle NarrativeEpisode Nine: Language Learning with Hal CameronHal Cameron is from amongst the Willow Cree people more formally known as the Beardy’s & Okimâsis First Nation. He has a passion for creating spaces where Nêhiyawêwin can exist in my daily life, to encourage learners to break through barriers and to promote the beauty of our indigenous languages through art. For Hal Nêhiyawêwin is more than a mode of communication. It has a profound ability to connect us to land, culture, history, ancestors, all at once and he works to will awaken this within our generation and for those to come.
Lis...2020-12-231h 14Radicle NarrativeEpisode Eight: Treaty Governance and Indigenous Nationhood Jason MercrediJason Mercredi of Misipawistik Cree Nation has his law degree from Queens University. He chose not to write the bar examinations because he felt it would compromise his Indigenous Nationhood. He is currently working for The Summit of Treaty Five Sovereign Nations. There’s tons of crucial indigenous nationhood information in this podcast. Listen in as we talk about treaty nationhood, nation-to-nation relationships, the oral history vs written history of Treaty 1-11, and The United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Show Notes: Jason Mercredi on Facebook
Episode Music: The Sound Of Summer Wr...2020-12-141h 05Radicle NarrativeOn The Ground (Bonus): First Semester of Law School During Global Pandemic with Darian LonechildFor this episode of Radicle Narrative On The Ground, we sit down with Darian Lonechild who is a recent graduate from the University of Saskatchewan and who is now close to completing her first semester of law school during the Covid-19 pandemic.2020-12-0719 minRadicle NarrativeEpisode Seven: La Ronge, Teaching and Podcasting with Jade RobertsJade Roberts is an Indigenous teacher, podcaster, artist She is from the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. She is known for her podcast Still Here, Still Healing and is currently teaching Pleasant Hill School in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Listen in as we talk about who she is and where she comes from, the background and context for her podcast, teaching during covid times, and breaking down what tools we both use to podcast.
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CBC Future 40 Under 40 Winner.
Still here, Still Healing on Apple Podcasts on Podbean
Taking it Global Website
La Ronge citizens start petition, Facebook group opposing peat moss ha...2020-12-031h 07
Southpaw84 – Settler Colonialism, Frantz Fanon, and Decolonization, Part 2 w/ Mylan TootoosisThis is part two and the final part of our conversation with Mylan Tootoosis. Since we defined a lot of concepts and terms in episode one, part two explores those ideas and their applications. We dive into racism and white supremacy, how colonization erases and rewrites Native culture, double consciousness as a way to understand code-switching and white gaze, land-based education (education outside of the classroom), oral tradition, pressures of being nonwhite, and living with the Zapatistas.
When we think of the Left, we think of the Marxist to Anarchist binary. Some might generously even include liberals. H...2020-11-241h 54Radicle NarrativeEpisode Six: Politics and the South America with Manuela Valle-CastroManuela Valle-Castro (she/they) is a Chilean activist and scholar of Mestiza background who has been a guest to Turtle Island since 2005 and to Treaty 6 since 2015. They hold a Ph.D. in Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice at UBC and a Masters in Women's and Gender Studies from the same university. Manuela is a resident of the core-neighbourhood and the Coordinator of the Anti Racism Network. As a guest on T6, she is working towards learning her responsibilities and to pursue the dream of social justice that she brought from home.
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Mothers of...2020-11-231h 30Radicle NarrativeEpisode Five: Hawai'ian Lands and Pandemic Times with Dr. Katie KamelamelaDr. Kamelamela is a Hawai'ian scientist born and raised on O'ahu. She lives on Hawaii Island in the Hawaiian Islands. Her research has focused on historical and contemporary Native Hawaiian forest plant gathering practices and continues to work on policy that includes community input within forest restoration management. Current projects highlight the importance of Knowledge of Indigenous and Local peoples to adapting in drought environments and growing a sustainable forest for cultural and economic benefit. She likes carnivorous, edible, and ornamental plants. Her favourite beverage is lapsang souchong (smoked black tea) and water.
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www...2020-11-191h 06Radicle NarrativeOn The Ground (Bonus) : First Year University Online with Misty GardypieFor this episode, we sit down with a First-Year student at the University of Saskatchewan Indian Teachers Education Program, Misty Gardypie. She is doing the online learning for Term 1 and Term 2 and will be providing insight on the struggles and successes of her first term of University in this era of Covid-19.2020-11-1921 min
Southpaw83 – Settler Colonialism, Frantz Fanon, and Decolonization, Part 1 w/ Mylan TootoosisWe brought Indigenous scholar Mylan Tootoosis on the show to give us a crash course on colonialism, Fanonian Marxism and psychoanalysis, and decolonization (both internal and external). More than a lecture, this is a conversation where we not only define terms and ideas but stretch these ideas into different contexts, even martial arts. Some fight for a post-racial society, or a post-capitalist society, or a society without authority, and all these things overlap with but are not the same as the struggle for a post-colonial and post-imperial society. This episode is unique even among leftwing podcast, and probably one...2020-11-102h 03Radicle NarrativeEpisode Four: Coming to Canada and Indigenous SolidarityWe visit with a woman from Pakistan. She was the recipient of the International Leader for Tomorrow Scholarship to attend the University of British Columbia-Okanagan. Having completed her studies she is now an Alumni of International Relations at the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences at UBC and a permanent resident of canada. She observed the oppression and racism that exists towards Indigenous Peoples, Nations and Lands and is now in a position to build better relationships. Listen in as we talk about settler colonialism, colonial histories, the influence the settler state has on immigration, and moose meat...2020-10-201h 06Radicle NarrativeEpisode Three: Teaching in Rural Alberta, Settler Colonialism and Land-Based Education with Anthony PriceAnthony Price is a middle school teacher in Edmonton, Alberta. He is currently a graduate student in the Department of Educational Foundations Land-Based Masters Cohort at the University of Saskatchewan. Anthony has shifted the way he is personally utilizing indigenous lands and speaks to his role as being an educator for settler kids in settler spaces. Listen in as we talk land-based education, prairie province racism and dollar store versions of America...
Show Notes:
Anthony Price Instagram
USASK Educational Foundation Land-Based Masters Program
Ma’o Organic Farms
Eco-heroes out of...2020-10-0257 minRadicle NarrativeEpisode Two: Kinship and Justice for Colten with Jade TootoosisJade Tootoosis has become a symbol of perseverance across Canada and the world. Much of her work and time have been dedicated to the Justice For Colten. A few months ago, we took time during the pandemic lockdowns to sit with Jade and highlight who she is outside of her recent thrust into the global spotlight and, more importantly, to talk about insights and awarenesses that she has had in recent years. Listen in as I sit down and talk with my sister Jade about growing up together, the transboundary powwow world, Justice for Colten, and the work Jade f...2020-09-151h 03Radicle NarrativeEpisode One: Sex, Poetry and PhD Life with Tenille CampbellIn this episode, I sit down with my friend Tenille Campbell. Tenille is a Dene/Métis author and photographer from English River First Nation, SK. She completed her MFA in Creative Writing from UBC and is enrolled in her Ph.D. at the University of Saskatchewan. Her inaugural poetry book, #IndianLovePoems (Signature Editions, 2017) is an award-winning collection of poetry. We sit down and talk about Indigenous Erotica and Sexuality, Indigenous Academia in the COVID times, and transitioning from rez kid life to Ph.D. Lifers (we're still rez kids tho). You don't get to hear Indian love poems in...2020-09-111h 15
Red Man LaughingCelery Not SalaryIn this episode of Red Man Laughing we’re joined by Plains Cree/Nakota scholar, Mylan Tootoosis as he calls for all of us to take land back, plant gardens, and feed the people. This episode is co-produced in partnership with the Think Indigenous Conference and the Think Indigenous Podcast. Season 4 of Think Indigenous drops on Monday October 29th, 2018. Get full access to Joke Talk Yell Write at joketalkyellwrite.substack.com/subscribe2018-10-2445 min
CANADALANDEp. 219 - Where Is Rock Bottom? Live From Saskatchewan, Before The Trial (Rebroadcast)On February 9, Gerald Stanley — the farmer accused of killing 22-year-old Cree man, Colten Boushie, in Battleford, Saskatchewan — was acquitted of second-degree murder. In the wake of the verdict, Jesse revisits a conversation he had in Saskatoon with Betty Ann Adam (Saskatoon StarPhoenix), Rob Innes (Assistant Professor, University of Saskatchewan), and Mylan Tootoosis (PhD candidate, University of Saskatchewan). This show was recorded live at Winterruption in Cosmo Seniors Centre on January 20th, 2017. The original airing of this episode was produced by Katie Jensen.Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/liste...2018-02-1942 min