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The In-Between People PodcastMeeting Member of Parliament Blake DesjarlaisWelcome to episode 9 of The In-Between People Podcast.
In this episode Val Ooshag, Leslie Spence, and Amelia Fox interview Member of Parliament for Edmonton Griesbach, Blake Desjarlais.
Blake Desjarlais (he/him) was born in ᐊᒥᐢᑲᐧᒋᕀᐋᐧᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ (Edmonton) and raised in the Fishing Lake Métis Settlement.
Blake made history in September 2021 when he was the first openly Two-Spirit person elected to the House of Commons. Blake is currently Alberta’s only Indigenous Member of Parliament.
Prior to his election, Blake was the National Director of the Métis Settlements General Council.
Blake currently se...2023-03-2456 minThe In-Between People PodcastIntroducing Bean (Kay) and MardeeWelcome to the 8th episode of The In-Between People Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Bean Fiddler and Mardee Beardy.
In this episode we introduce Bean (Kay) Fiddler and talk to Mardee Beardy from Bearskin Lake. We discuss our favourite things about our communities, our identities, how remoteness impacts our identities, resources, stories, and the importance of pronouns.
Miigwetch to our listeners and enjoy episode 8!
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LGBT Youth Line: 1-800-268-9688 or Text: 647...2023-02-0751 minThe In-Between People PodcastTeachings with Elder Edward LavalleeWelcome to the 7th episode of The In-Between People Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by our guest Elder Ed Lavallee. In this episode, Elder Ed recalls teachings, powwows, resources, Two-Spirit gatherings, and shares his stories.
More on Ed below:
Edward Lavallee is a traditional Plains Nehiyaw (Cree) of the Sturgeon Lake First Nation in Saskatchewan. He attended the University of Saskatchewan and has worked as co-editor of the Native People newspaper, published by the former Alberta Native Communication Society, now the Aboriginal Multi-Media Society of Alberta. He has studied Aboriginal history, spirituality and ph...2023-01-151h 06
The In-Between People PodcastDrag with Kenya RamiWelcome to the 6th episode of The In-Between People Podcast. In this episode our hosts are joined by the one and only Kenya Rami to discuss her entry in the drag world and how she's grown into the drag queen she is today!
Kenya Rami is a drag artist whoʼs roots of drag began in Thunder Bay, Ontario. As a black queer activist they have worked on amplifying the voices of racialized youth initially in Northern Ontario and since moving to the GTA has expanded their scope. Kenyaʼs drag style is fun and preppy often pe...2021-10-0823 minThe In-Between People PodcastFirst Annual Two-Spirit Powwow & Gathering in Grand Council Treaty No.3 (Podcast Special)Welcome to the fifth episode of the In-Between People Podcast. In this episode we are joined by our guests: Melody McIver, Dylan Fobister, and Janine Frogg. The Niizhaayek Alliance team was invited to participate in the first ever Two-Spirit Gathering and Powwow organized by Grand Council Treaty No. 3 hosted in Iskatewizaagegan 39 First Nation in August 2021. In this episode we give a brief history of Two-Spirit gatherings, organizations, and powwows followed by interviews conducted at the GCT#3 2-Spirit Powwow where we discuss the importance of these gatherings for 2SLGBTQ+ First Nation youth.
The powwow song in the podcast...2021-09-2220 minThe In-Between People PodcastTransgender Journey with Alec O’NabigonWelcome to the fourth episode of the In-Between People Podcast. In this episode we were joined by Alec O’Nabigon where he discusses his journey. We strongly believe in amplifying trans voices in our communities and raising awareness about struggles faced. Alec’s story is one story of many. Alec’s message to our listeners: My name is Alec Charles O'Nabigon I am 22 year old 2spirited queer trans man, I was born in Thunder Bay Ontario and raised in Ginoogaming First Nation and proud Ojibway!
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Kids Help Phone...2021-07-2545 minThe In-Between People PodcastA Piece of Ceremony with Ron Indian-MandaminWelcome to episode 3!
We are thrilled to have Ron Indian Mandamin join us with his insights and teachings he received growing up in the Mide lodges. In this episode, Ron shares portions of the Anishinaabe creation story. Among topics he covers are: our Creator, Nanabooshoo and his siblings, Nanabooshoo’s travels, the three sisters, as well as other stories. Listening to these stories, it reaffirms Anishinaabe understanding and acceptance of gender-diversity prior to colonization.
Speaker bio: Ron Indian-Mandamin is an Ojibwe-Anishinaabe from Iskatewizaagegan #39 (Shoal Lake, Ontario ~ Nimama – My Mother) Independent First Nation, and Gichi-Mashkosii Minis-ziibiing (Big Gr...2021-07-071h 08The In-Between People PodcastTrans Health with Dr. James Makokis and Anthony JohnsonWelcome to the second episode of The In-Between People Podcast.
On this episode we feature special guests Dr. James Makokis from Saddle Cree Nation in Treaty 6 territory and Anthony Johnson from Navajo Nation. They are the winners of Canada's Amazing Race season 7. It was incredibly sacrit to have them join us and discuss trans health. Their words and teachings are beneficial to all 2SLGBTQ+ youth out there.
Watch out for our next episode!
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LGBT Youth...2021-06-3041 min
The In-Between People PodcastIntroductions with Amelia, Lucille and Leslie*TRIGGER WARNING*
Welcome to the first episode and thank you for checking in!
In this episode we talk about our coming out stories, reclaiming our identities, how colonialism affects us as two-spirit young people in our communities and families, as well as our aspiration for the work we conduct.
We hope to see you in the next episode!
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