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2 Crees in a PodIndigenous Science with Dr. Kori CzuyIn this episode we discuss the differences between western/global science and Indigenous knowledges in science. Check out Kori’s podcast called Ancestral Science Podcast for additional resources! 2025-03-1933 min2 Crees in a PodGar Slaps with Scott Wabano and Kairyn PottsReal life conversation and laughs with The Real Rank Podcast hosts Kairyn Potts and Scott Wabano! 2025-02-2452 min2 Crees in a PodIdentity and Indigenous spaces with Dr. Celeste Pedri-SpadeWe dive into conversation about identity and who are assuming roles in Indigenous spaces. Celeste talks about descendians, ethics and community relationships in this episode you don’t want to miss!2025-02-0639 min2 Crees in a PodAcademia, Fatherhood, and Neurodiversity with Dr. Grant BrunoIn this episode we talk to Dr. Bruno about his experiences and research in academia and fatherhood. He shares with us the importance of his work and purpose as a father to two boys with autism and how they are truly a gift. 2025-01-2348 min2 Crees in a PodCall it like it is…ongoing colonial violence on Indigenous Knowledge with Dr.Rebecca Sockbeson2 Crees in a Pod sits with Dr.Rebecca Sockbeson to discuss racism and the impacts to Indigenous Knowledge and communities. Wrapped in love and respect, this episode explores stories that honour and acknowledge late Elder Francis Alexis. 2024-11-1956 min2 Crees in a PodProtecting Indigenous Knowledge with Kyle Napier2 Crees in a Pod sits down with Kyle to discuss the protection of Indigenous Knowledge and what Indigenous communities should consider in data sovereignty. 2024-11-0130 min
This MorningIt's 'Truth and Reconciliation Week 2024' - MacEwan University is hosting the Truth First symposium tomorrow (Thurs. Sept 26) - leading the way for learning about Indigenous identity theftGUEST #1: Terri Cardinal TITLE: associate VP of Indigenous Initiatives & Engagement at MacEwan UGUEST #2: Amber DionTITLE: assistant professor of social work at MacEwan https://www.macewan.ca/campus-life/news/2024/09/announcement-kw-truth-first-24/ 2024-09-2511 min
Radio LabyrinthPhish Tales, Hollywood Fails & Olympic BreakdancersThis weekend, we’re back in the Labyrinth with another dive into the pop culture landscape. Tim has returned from his Phish pilgrimage to Bethel, New York, with some stories and notes to share. We also break down the much-talked-about X interview between Trump and Musk. Plus, the new Borderlands movie is tanking at the box office, so we decided to take a look at Hollywood’s biggest movie bombs and share our own favorite stinkers.
Steph’s got all the pop culture news this week, covering everything from the Olympic sensation “Napoleon Vegemite” in the breakdancing competition to the buz...2024-08-1758 min2 Crees in a PodSiberian (Sakha) Indigenous Research with Dr. Jen Sidorova2 Crees in a Pod welcomes Dr. Jen Sidorova to engage in a conversation in her research as a Siberian Indigenous scholar in this episode.2024-06-0136 min2 Crees in a PodBinaries are a colonial construct with Jouvnas Bruun Arnesen & Zakary Michel-Myers2 Crees in a Pod brings together Jouvnas and Zakary to share their stories and work they do in the community in creating safe spaces.2024-04-0935 min2 Crees in a PodConnecting through stories with Leanne Goose and Dennis AllenIn this conversation, we hear about space, place and music in the North. In sharing their familial relationships we hear about stories of love, culture and community.2024-03-2536 min2 Crees in a PodTradition vs Inclusion discussion with human rights lawyer Roger Wah Shee2 Crees in a Pod invites Tłı̨chǫ Dene lawyer Roger Wah Shee to discuss human rights and Section 25 in relation to inclusion, tradition and rights.2024-03-1735 min2 Crees in a PodReconnection is key with Nika Silverfox-Young & Debbie SilverfoxIn this mini series of “Stories from the North” we had the pleasure of sharing space with Nika and her mother Debbie. This conversation explores stories of love, land, language, reconnection and advocacy.2024-03-1325 min2 Crees in a PodTruth & Tea with Nina Wilson and Deanna LedouxJoin us in this conversation over tea, talking about work in difficult systems, truth, advocacy and love for one another.2024-01-2045 min2 Crees in a PodLaughing Beavers with Dr.Lana Whiskeyjack and Alsena WhiteJoin us as we share intimate stories of love and friendship. Through laughter we engage in healing and learning.2023-11-1143 min2 Crees in a PodIndigenous business with Mallory YawnghweMallory joins 2 Crees in a Pod to share her journey from the under the bleachers of Kehewin pow-wow to her very successful business “Indigenous Box”.2023-10-2141 min2 Crees in a PodFrom bush to boushhheee with Tammy Rae2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Tammy Rae in this episode, that explores her love for her family, her language and music. Tammy is a educator and artist who has a passion to share her gifts with others.2023-10-0742 min2 Crees in a Pod“I met her on the pow wow trail” a Indigenous love story with TJ Gadwa and Emery Assiniboine2 Crees in a Pod share a conversation with same gendered couple TJ & Emery on love, parenting and patience.2023-06-1944 min2 Crees in a PodSearching for our relatives with Dr. Kisha Supernant2 Crees in Pods invites Kisha into a conversation to discuss her work with the search for unmarked graves at Indian Residential Schools. We explored how this spirit work invites us to find ourselves and mourn collectively through this process.2023-04-241h 342 Crees in a PodIndigenous Love #2 with Terri & AmberJoin 2 Crees in a Pod as we continue our conversation about Indigenous Love.2023-02-1548 min2 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 min2 Crees in a PodThe Spirit of the language, research and TANTE with Dr. Leona Makokis and Dr. Noella Steinhauer2 Crees in a pod loved this conversation with our relatives that speaks to the spirit and knowledge in our nehiyawewin. The teachings shared remind us to be good human beings and that Indigenous languages has everything we need and seek.2022-10-2454 min2 Crees in a PodBedtime stories about LOVE with Amber and TerriIn this episode, Amber and Terri share things you may not know about them, stories of Indigenous love language and love for one another.2022-09-1944 min2 Crees in a Pod3 Crees in a Pod with guest host Dr. Raven SinclairFor the 1st time the roles have changed and Terri & Amber are interviewed on their podcast. Dr. Raven Sinclair joins us as a guest host as we share stories of family, grief, well being and our adventures.2022-09-021h 002 Crees in a PodNormalizing nehiyaw education with Ben Steinhauer2 Crees in a Pod explores a deep conversation about Indigenous knowledge and how this way of life and learning is critical for Indigenous people today.2022-04-1646 min2 Crees in a PodJourney to Leadership with Aly BearThis inspiring episode shares Aly’s journey into leadership and reminds our listeners of the Indigenous knowledge we hold in our communities and families.2021-12-1436 min2 Crees in a PodThe medicine we carry with Priscilla McGilveryThis episode reminds us of the medicine we carry when dealing with grief and loss.2021-11-081h 012 Crees in a PodTrauma-informed Lawyer - Myrna McCallum2 Crees in a Pod is back with Metis-Cree lawyer, Myrna, to discuss the importance of trauma informed practice.2021-09-0443 min2 Crees in a PodF@$k Colonialism with Justin Louis2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Justin Louis, cofounder of Section35 clothing. This raw conversation dived into some important topics that explores creative decolonial expression.2021-06-1331 min2 Crees in a PodF@€k White Supremacy with Roberta ShephardJoin us for a raw conversation with Roberta Shephard about racism, discrimination and white supremacy.2021-05-0244 min2 Crees in a Podsakihitowin with Marissa and Patrick Mitsuing2 Crees in a Pod share a beautiful conversation with Marissa and Patrick about relationships, hardships, growth and goals!2021-04-2544 min2 Crees in a PodRemaining rooted with Noella and Patricia Steinhauer2 Crees in a Pod wraps up Season 3 with sisters and educators, Noella & Patricia Steinhauer. Be sure not to miss this episode!2021-04-1949 min2 Crees in a PodIndigenous co-parenting with Amber Dion & Shaunte Fryingpan2 Crees in a Pod talks, laughs and crys with Shaunte about co-parenting and blended families.2021-03-2839 min2 Crees in a PodLight Finding with Aaron Paquette2 Crees in a Pod shares a meaningful conversation with Aaron Paquette that explores his stories, art and his journey to politics.2021-03-2245 min2 Crees in a PodWe Are Always In Relationship with Dr. Michael Hart2 Crees in a Pod explores spirit in education with Dr. Hart in a meaningful dialogue that reminds us that as Indigenous people we have a lot to offer and always have.2021-02-2141 min2 Crees in a PodEmbracing my two-spirit journey with Prestin Thotin-awasis2 Crees in a Pod shares a heartfelt conversation with Prestin Thotin-awasis that speaks to the challenges and beauty of embracing his two-spirit identity.2021-02-1443 min2 Crees in a PodFinding community with Dr. Dwayne DonaldIn this episode we listened to Dwayne share his own journey in understanding his loss from community (descendant of Papaschase) then rediscovering his connections in community and culture.2021-02-0733 min2 Crees in a Podwîwîp’son – the Healing Swing with Dr. Darlene AugerIn this episode we sit with Darlene Auger as she shares with us her work with wîwîp’son, a healing swing for youth and adults.2021-01-3131 min2 Crees in a PodResearch ourselves back to life with Dr. Sherri ChisanJoin us in a passionate conversation about research and education for Indigenous peoples.2021-01-2543 min2 Crees in a PodEeeeeee with Joel Wood2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Joel Wood who has been singing most of his life and is part of the Northern Cree Drum family. He shares with our listeners song and teachings that have been passed along to him.2021-01-2033 min2 Crees in a PodSharing good medicine with George DesjarlaisOn today’s episode we are honoured to have George Desjarlais from Frog Lake Cree Nation join us to share with us and our listeners his own stories and teachings.2020-11-3050 min2 Crees in a PodThe Love of Song with Fawn Wood2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have to Fawn Wood share with us her own stories and work she has been doing for the love of song and our people.2020-11-2332 min2 Crees in a PodCeremony in Post Secondary Education with Roxanne Tootoosis2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have Roxanne Tootoosis join us to share about the importance of culture and ceremony in Post Secondary education.2020-11-1638 min2 Crees in a PodCeremony with Dr. Leona MakokisIn our first episode of Season 3 we sit down with Dr.Makokis to listen to her share her teachings and stories about how ceremony impacted her life.2020-11-0938 min2 Crees in a PodLanguage Importance with Wayne JacksonIn this bonus episode we discuss the state of Indigenous languages in Alberta and the importance of the revitalization of nehiyawewin.2020-11-0124 min2 Crees in a Podnikamowin with the Gadwa Family2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have the Gadwa family join us in this episode. They will share with our listeners stories of the drum and songs.2020-10-2657 min2 Crees in a PodIndigenous love with Amber Dion and Terri CardinalIn this episode Amber and Terri discuss Indigenous relationships and explore intimate partner relationship stories.2020-10-1947 min2 Crees in a Pod2 Cree Moose in the Bush with Greyeagle Cardinal & Lyndon SuntjensThis bonus episode was recorded in the bush with two hunters who shared with our listeners their own personal stories of hunting. We managed to add in a cow moose call, a round dance song and a grunt into this episode.2020-10-1123 min2 Crees in a PodMissing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) with Gladys Radek2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Gladys Radek, who advocated for the National Public Inquiry for MMIWG. She is auntie to Tamara Lynn Chipman, who disappeared from Prince Rupert, BC, aka, the Highway of Tears in northern British Columbia. She vanished September 21, 2005 and remains missing today.2020-10-0529 min2 Crees in a PodQ & A Fun with Amber Dion and Terri SuntjensIn this episode the hosts of 2 Crees in a Pod enjoy a Q & A with one another that shares some personal stories and laughs with our listeners.2020-09-2746 min2 Crees in a PodLast of a Dying Breed with Nataanii Means2 Crees in a Pod talks with Nataanii Means about moving off the Rez, music, generational fear and breaking cycles.2020-09-2046 min2 Crees in a PodGifts from our Grandmothers with Clarice Anderson and Dao NguyenIn this episode we sit down with two educators in leadership who share their journeys and how it’s all connected.2020-09-1453 min2 Crees in a PodFinding Hope and Purpose with Jose ArellanoIn this episode on 2 Crees in a Pod, Jose shares his own story of finding hope and purpose after being incarcerated for many years and being involved in gangs. He is now the Director of Case Management and Navigation with Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles.2020-09-0647 min2 Crees in a PodIndigenous Mothering with Nadia HouleIn this episode Nadia shares stories that have influenced her life and talks about her role as an Indigenous birth worker and health activist within our communities.2020-08-3036 min2 Crees in a PodOur Responsibility in Honouring our Ancestors with Chris ScribeThis episode discusses our responsibility in disrupting systems that are harmful. Chris shares his story of why he became teacher and how that has influenced his work with Think Indigenous.2020-08-2355 min2 Crees in a PodFatherhood is Sacred with Grant Bruno2 Crees in a Pod talks to Grant Bruno about his research with Cree fathers and his own journey with mental health. His resilience challenges the barriers our men face daily in our communities.2020-08-1737 min2 Crees in a Podahkameyimok with Ashley Albert-HunterIn this episode with a young Cree mom, we hear her stories and journey with cancer. Ashley worked her way through western medical practices, soul searching and finding her way to Indigenous ceremony to begin healing.2020-08-1048 min2 Crees in a Podwicihtasow with Dr. Leona Makokis and Dr. Ralph BodorOur final episode of Season 1 wraps up with two amazing folks who are near and dear to our hearts. This conversation explores wicihtasow, meaning one who is a helper in the context of language, ceremony and is based in the teachings. We discuss their omanitew and nêhiyaw kesi wahkotok: Cree relationship mapping training that guides human service workers towards developing a more in-depth understanding of Indigenous teachings and concepts.2020-08-0242 min2 Crees in a Pod60’s Scoop with Colleen Hele-CardinalColleen is the author of ‘Raised Somewhere Else”, a book that shares her incredible story of being a 60’s scoop adoptee and going home. 2 Crees in a Pod loved this conversation that shares a valuable resource that connects adoptees through a geographic information mapping (GIS) platform called “In Our Own Words: Mapping the 60s Scoop Survivor Diaspora”.2020-07-2729 min2 Crees in a PodRestorative Practices with Andre Bear2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Andre Bear to discuss restorative justice. Taking us through his own stories, we get a glimpse of some important teachings that remind us of the important changes that are needed in this country.2020-07-1837 min2 Crees in a PodIndigenous Social Work and Laughter with Dr. Raven Sinclair2 Crees in a Pod explores Indigenous social work with Dr. Sinclair. We enjoyed this conversation filled with laughter and meaningful dialogue.2020-07-1352 min2 Crees in a PodIndigegogy with Dr. Kathy AbsolonThis episode shares a meaningful conversation with Dr. Absolon, that discusses doing Indigenous education in a Indigenous way.2020-07-0643 min2 Crees in a PodBonus Episode: A Reminder on Canada’s 153 years.Honouring the Land2020-07-0104 min2 Crees in a Podkâniyâsihk with Dr. Kevin LewisIn this episode we discuss land based education and language with Dr. Kevin Lewis. Kevin runs cultural camps that share and teaches others about Cree traditional ways.2020-06-2831 min2 Crees in a PodDo Right- Not be Right with Dr. Cindy BlackstockBe prepared to be inspired in this episode with Dr. Cindy Blackstock. She speaks to the importance of humility, moral courage and our values. As a Indigenous woman, Dr. Blackstock is leading the way in advocating for Indigenous children’s equality in Canada.2020-06-2249 min2 Crees in a PodCeremony and the Brain with Dr. Michael Yellow BirdWe are joined by Dr. Michael Yellowbird to discuss how colonization has and continues to impact our bodies and brains. We explore how Indigenous ceremony and the continued resurgence of our languages, rituals, traditions are critical to addressing trauma.2020-06-1446 min2 Crees in a PodPocket full of circles with Sharon SteinhauerThis episode discusses circle protocol and processes with Sharon Steinhauer. We explore how circles can be utilized in the classroom, your workspace and at home with you family.2020-06-0724 min2 Crees in a PodReclaiming Space with Dr. Leona MakokisIn this episode we are joined by Dr. Leona Makokis, exploring the significance of place based learning and Indigenous governance.2020-06-0243 min