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Reel IndigenousRantifications and RantommendationsIn this episode, and in proper Indian time, we close out (a week after) Native American/Alaska Native Heritage month or whatever it's official name is. We talk about about ways big streamers and other media are celebrating Native voices. And how they AREN'T.If anyone wants to count how many times tvli cusses, you'll get some swag sent your way! We're guessing it cracks 100 this week.The music is:"Dangerous Banaha" by the Chahta vba isht Taloa cocophony orchestra consortIf you got any questions, suggestions or...2024-12-0347 minReel IndigenousTrue Detective: NIGHT COUNTRY episodes 4-6In this episode, we get to talking about the final 3 episodes of TRUE DETECTIVES: NIGHT COUNTRY, and how Aunties regulate.Angela, Matt, Sunrise and tvli join in on the conversation.Monica chopped the episode togetherWhoever showed up, produced.The music is "AAAAYYYY!!!!" by the Chahta vba isht Taloa cocophony orchestra consortfind us on the socials and follow us@Reel_Indigenoushttps://linktr.ee/reelindigenousSo, whether you're in the night country, day country or just gone country, don't just keep it...2024-04-021h 05Reel IndigenousEcho, Episode 5: Maya Lopez is HomeEcho has made its mark on Tamaha, Oklahoma, as Maya comes home. How did our Creative Natives wrap up the first season of Choctaw Hero Maya?Angela, Matt and tvli chat it up.The music is"Dangerous Banaha" by the Chahta vba isht Taloa cocophony orchestra consortAnd remember kids, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2024-02-2036 min
Reel IndigenousWe got real Choctaw Guests to Talk Marvel's EchoYakoke to our guests this week for their insights into the new Marvel Spotlight series Echo! Choctaw citizens Dewayne Hornbuckle and Darnell Colbert both worked on the show in various capacities, and we brought Mark Williams along just because he's cool like Maya Lopez. Well, he's cool, but no one is as cool as Maya. She debuted at #1 on Disney+!How authentic is Echo? Find out by tuning in on your favorite podcast platform! 2024-01-2355 min
Reel IndigenousWelcome to the MCU, Kahhori!The podcasters welcome MCU's newest hero, Kahhori, to their screens! A welcome addition, voiced by rising star (that we've loved since Mohawk Girls) Devery Jacobs. "What If?" has two episodes featuring the newest superhero. Up first is our RIP News in partnership with Geek Girl Authority, featuring Noetta Harjo, then we celebrate one of the best additions to the universe ever. 2024-01-2344 min
Reel IndigenousAquaman 2 - Was it Worth a Sequal?Does anyone remember the plot of the first Aquaman? Tune in and find out as our hosts try to piece together the plot. Then we discuss the merits of a second film. Does it do what it sets out to do? Is it just a collection of stolen action scenes? Will the CGI meet the gold standard of The Flash? Find out this week!Check our LinkTree for a special scene from the 1994 film On Deadly Ground. 2024-01-1648 min
Reel IndigenousRyan Redcorn-A Man of 1,000 TalentsRyan Redcorn. That's it, that's the podcast. Ryan Friggin Recorn. Writer, photographer, actor, homebuilder, Wolfpack member, and so much more. Happy 2024, RIPpers.2024-01-0257 min
Reel Indigenous2023 Wrap UP: what did we miss?The hosts look back on the year that was 2023. It was quite the year. Strikes and award noms; series ends and box office gold. We list our top three from 2023 and ask the question: will this momentum continue? What were your Top 3 moments in Indigenous media?2023-12-2655 min
Reel IndigenousChristmas in the Clouds-A Native-ish Rom Com?Happy holidays from our crew to yours! We celebrate the season with a look at 2001's Christmas in the Clouds, featuring Graham Greene, Sheila Tousey and Wes Studi. It's a fun little Christmas mistaken-identity romp through a snow-less ski resort. Full of quirky characters and a vegan chef, Christmas in the Clouds has some problems, but overall is a fun watch. 2023-12-1925 min
Reel IndigenousRobbie Robertson-A Legacy of MusicOur hosts discuss The Band, Robbie Robertson, Martin Scorsese and more. Which Woodstock was the muddy one? Which Robertson album is the best? Tune in as we pay tribute to this legend.link to concert mentioned in episode: https://youtu.be/B5reZbdkRto?si=BjXNy1Q6dAXXu8Akhttps://youtu.be/mKbX4q5IbR8?si=9SoCTtcBU5h5VQ8nthanks for listening. And remember so t just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS 2023-12-1252 min
Reel IndigenousWhere We Belong - On the Stage with Madeline SayetMohegan theater-maker Madeline Sayet joins us for an intimate visit about her one-person show traveling with the Folgers's Shakespeare, her pink hat, how she has no idea how to self-care, and what it's like to be the lone Native in the theater space, fighting to be heard. She even shares a scene from Where We Belong, the story of her travel to England, retracing her Mohegan ancestors visits there during the early days of colonialism.Learn more about Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program by visiting yipap.yale.edu.2023-12-051h 11
Reel IndigenousBilly Luther Talks Frybread Face and MeWe are so excited to welcome the director of the hottest film on Netflix right now: Frybread Face and Me. Billy Luther shares about his first feature film, how they found the actors, and how the Navajo crew was a total game-changer for creating this beautiful world. 2023-11-2835 min
Reel IndigenousPolice Academy: This Ain't Your 80s Film, this is the RezThis week we talk about the HBO Documentary "Navajo Police: Class 57," that follows real-life Navajo recruits as they learn what it takes to be law enforcement on the largest reservation on the continent. Do you have what it takes to make it?2023-11-2126 minReel IndigenousEchoooo Echoooo Echooo...Helloooo Helloooo Trailer!We're doing our thing and talking about the new trailer for the Marvel series Echo. She's Choctaw, and she's a bad a, and she's a villain. And the Choctaw Nation is joining the world of Nation-specific media that is capturing the attention of the nation. Aho! Rate and Review and check out our Patreon! 2023-11-1453 min
Reel IndigenousKillers of the Flower Moon Review by Indigenous VoicesOur resident Osage citizen Candice Byrd-Boney leads the group in a discussion of the feature film Killers of the Flower Moon, the epic directed by Martin Scorsese and filmed in Oklahoma with the Osage Nation as consultant. We have thoughts. 2023-11-071h 20
Reel IndigenousCalling for a Blanket Dance with Oscar HokeahReel Indigie Book Talk Time with award-winning author Oscar Hokeah. His debut novel spans a lifetime and gives us one of the most Oklahoma NDN stories ever. Oscar even treats us to a reading during this interview with Candice, Angela and Monica. Enjoy! 2023-10-311h 11
Reel IndigenousSo Long, Rez DogsSunrise, Matt and Angela look at the final episodes of Reservation Dogs and discuss the impact this groundbreaking series will have on the future of Indigenous media. Our lives have forever been changed because if it. 2023-10-241h 26
Reel IndigenousWho Do We Think We Are? How to Analyze Films and Still Have FriendsOpinions are like elbows, most everyone has them. We just happen to say them on a podcast and hope that people listen. But what does film criticism actually mean? We talk shop and the gang's all here, even our two New Mexico peeps!2023-10-171h 05Reel IndigenousIndigenous People's Day Special: Frances DangerFor this Indigenous People's Day, we have a very good Indigenous person as a guest on our podcast. Freelance journalist, rights advocate, generally someone who's mad on the internet (and with Stitt as governor, who wouldn't be?) and big fan of "Reservation Dogs", we welcome Frances Danger.In this episode, we give big love to all things "Reservation Dogs", and talk about the love of all things Indigenous.Thanks for listening.Especially for this Indigenous People's Day, you don't just keep it real, you keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-10-0946 min
Reel IndigenousThrow us some frybread dough, cause we on Patreon now!We love our Tribal Elders, Lovin' Uncles, Deadly Aunties, Warriors, Spirit Guides and White Saviors! Visit our Patreon to see what the heck that means, and throw us some frybread dough if you can. 2023-10-0312 min
Reel IndigenousSee Our Shorts at FAM4IPDWe're partnering with First Americans Museum to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday, Oct. 9. Enjoy two blocks of shorts, one geared for our younger guests, and one for all ages in the Five Moons Theater. Block One: Seeds, The Roof, Our Quiyo, Indigenous Resistance Now and Then. Block Two: Distance, Dues and Metal Belt. Learn more about each film in this short and sweet episode!2023-10-0315 minReel IndigenousDark Winds Season 2In this episode, we talk about how, for the cost of a cup of coffee, you can help little Sunrise get the internet he needs. More importantly, we talk about the wonderful AMC series, "Dark Winds", full of all kinds of Native creatives. We love how well it was done and send all the love for the Indigenous peeps who worked on it. Hurry up, Season 3. So, sit back, relax and enjoy this episode.The music is:"Dangerous Banaha" by the Chahta vba isht Taloa cocophony orchestra consortThank you for listening. And...2023-09-2650 min
Reel IndigenousMMIW: What We Can Do, featuring guest Sarah Adams CornellCW: This week we discuss an epidemic in Indian Country: our missing and murdered family members. Special Guest Sarah Adams-Cornell, activist and citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, helps us navigate the multi-generational trauma that leads to MMIW, ways to spot it happening, and how to help.How does the media fit into this narrative? Our hosts Monica, Angela and Candice join Sarah on this episode to discuss.2023-09-191h 07Reel IndigenousSpecial guest: Natives React's Patrick WillieWe fan out over Patrick Willie joining us this week to talk Reservation Dogs and the wildly popular YouTube channel "Natives React," and his career as a World Champion Hoop Dancer!There was a discussion of where to find Dark Winds. It was on AMC Network and AMC+. Season one of Dark Winds is on MAX, Formerly HBO MAX, but we understand that there was a divorce, and HBO was left with nothing and MAX got to have all streaming content. Unfortunately, MAX got in a toxic relationship with Discovery and we don't know how that's going...2023-09-121h 15
Reel IndigenousNDN Fashion: Gearing up for NYFW with TetonThe runway is full of Creative Native fashion and we are in the center of it all with interviews featuring Teton Trade Cloth by Lenape CEO Leslie Jerden, artist and model Casey Riggs @tomahawkcustoms, and designer Sage Mountainflower. 2023-09-0527 minReel IndigenousReservation Dogs Season 3, Episodes 1-3Them dogs is back. And they is howling!In this episode we get to talking about all things Reservation Dogs. From getting out of California to Star People to deer woman getting her just deserts. But not necessarily talked about in that order. By the way, i just learned just deserts is spelled with 1 "s". I guess if you get just desserts, then that's a good thing. Anyways.So, thanks for listening. Please feel free to check us out on the social, message us if you want to reach out and we hope you enjoy...2023-08-2931 minReel IndigenousBarbenheimer Part TukloContinuing on with the Barbenheimer experience, we will talk about a small independent movie called, "Oppenheimer", AKA, the "Ken" movie. Also, Angela didn't want to spend 3 hours at a movie theatre so she decided to stay home and watch a series called, "Manhattan" - and may have had a better experience. Once again, we talk about lack of (or in this case, no) Indigenous representation in a story that has a lot of Indigenous connections in relation to the atomic bomb and nuclear power.We may have misconstrued our facts and knowledge so we will link some...2023-08-2259 min
Reel IndigenousLily Gladstone and Jhane Myers Inspire UsTune in and get inspired by these Indigenous Powerhouses! Lily Gladstone and Jhane Myers visit with our hosts on this special Indian Market episode. We were able to grab a few minutes at deadCenter Film Festival with the incomparable Lily Gladstone to discuss Quantum Cowboys and Fancy Dance. For a nice chaser, we revisit our interview with Jhane Myers, who is, once again, nominated for an Emmy, this time for Prey. 2023-08-171h 41Reel IndigenousBarbenheimer Part achvffaIn this episode, 2 Barbies and 3 Kens talk about "Barbie". We discuss the controversial lack of Native representation in the Barbie world and the possibilities of offensive content. We also recognize the Indigenous representation of America Ferrera and Ariana Greenblatt and celebrate matriarchy and the need for more representation in media.We also do a brief discussion on "Oppenheimer" and its total lack of Indigenous representation. But more on that next time.So, all you Barbie Girls and those who are Kenough, put on your pink and join us as we talk about "Barbie"....2023-08-1554 minReel IndigenousZahn Appreciation EpisodeThis week Candice, Sunrise and Angela appreciate Zahn McClarnon (Hunkpapa Lakota) in all his versatility during appearances on Sesame Street, Drunk History and History of the World Part 2. Then it turns into a Mel Brooks Retrospective and a search for the next Charlie Hill. If you love Dark Winds, you will love this. 2023-08-0834 min
Reel IndigenousDark Winds are Blowin' in the Wind...Again**SPOILERS INSIDE** Dark Winds is back for season 2, and they tell us it's personal this time. Noetta leads in a look back at Season 1, and a peek into Season 2, Ep 1 with Sunrise and Angela. 2023-08-0138 min
Reel IndigenousErica Tremblay - Reconnecting through LanguageErica Tremblay (Seneca–Cayuga) spent years reconnecting with her people through a deep immersion of language, and brings that to her directorial debut Fancy Dance, starring Lily Gladstone and Isabel Deroy-Olson. Angela sits down with the 2023 deadCenter Film Icon to find out more about her journey into this intimate look at the MMIW crisis, shot here in Oklahoma. 2023-07-2529 min
Words, Images, & WorldsWords, Images, & Worlds: Rez Detectives Edition with Tvli JacobCreator Tvli Jacob talks about Rez Detectives, celebrating Indigenous voices, and work to come. You can find out more about Tvli's podcast, Reel Indigenous, at this link.2023-07-2336 minReel IndigenousEmmy Noms-Where the BIPOC at?There's a lot going on in LA right now, including the Emmy nominations. Did Rutherford Falls get a nom? Rez Dogs? Dark Winds? We cuss and discuss them all. 2023-07-1822 minReel IndigenousLive from deadCenter-Interviews GaloreWe join Michael R.L. Begay, Windy City Navajo Productions, and Erik Sanchez, Sanchez Creative, at deadCenter to talk their shorts "Dues" and "Frybread Jesus." Learn all about these up-and-coming artists!2023-07-1142 minReel IndigenousTaylor Sheridan said what…!?In this episode, we talk about what Tyler Sheridan said -- his claim that his movie changed a law that relates to MMIW. We talk about what this statement means. We also talk about white saviours in media (and history).For the article referenced:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/taylor-sheridan-yellowstone-interview-1235519261/The other article referenced:https://www.kxii.com/2023/01/26/choctaw-chief-presents-medallion-yellowstone-show-creator/Thanks a lot for for listening.Remember, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-07-0642 min
Reel IndigenousMistress Red Joins RIP and We are GratefulMulti-talented Peshawn Bread joins the pod this week to talk about their short The Daily Life of Mistress Red, the Teton Trade Cloth Fashion Summit and so much more! Say it with us: Yes, Mistress!2023-06-271h 01
Reel IndigenousIn Defense of Death - a Vera Starbard, WGA, MemoirWhat is the WGA and why is it striking? How is it affecting your favorite shows? WGA Member Vera Starbard walks us through the Hollywood writers room, the strike, and her experiences working on Alaska Daily, Super Kitties, and Molly of Denali. And she likes to kill off a character or two. It may be the Tlingit in her...Music by Chahta Vba Isht Taloa Cacophony Orchestra. 2023-06-201h 25Reel IndigenousCrooked Arrows - chillin's editionIn this episode, we are joined by honored guests, Nuseka Jacob and Rafael Parker. They chat it up about the film, "Crooked Arrows". They also talk a bit about the game of Lacrosse, levels of cringe, and the pros and cons of communism.The music is:"UCan Danz2It, Movement 5" by Chahta Vba Isht Taloa Cacophony Orchestra consort.Thanks for listening. And remember, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-06-131h 04Reel IndigenousKillers Trailer - Reel Indigenous StyleIt's a good day to be Indigenous when the Killers of the Flower Moon trailer drops. Our hosts have THOUGHTS, as does all the rest of the world. But ours is best, so you should listen. #KillersoftheFlowerMoon #MartinScorsese 2023-06-0619 minReel IndigenousLayli Longsoldier interview: Live at Circle Cinema during Tulsa LitfestIn this episode we are invited by Tulsa Litfest to do an interview with the amazing poet, Layli Longsoldier. This interview is done live at Circle Cinema where we talk about her poetry she created for the film, "Lakota Vs. the United States", and other adventures.Not only do we have one great guest, but we also got a great guest host, Lindsey Claire Smith who joins us in this enlightening conversation.Thanks a lot to Circle Cinema and Tulsa Litfest for allowing us the opportunity for this great interview.https://tulsa.okstate...2023-05-3047 min
Reel IndigenousTeton Trade Cloth Fashion Summit - Stitch by MillieFeatured artists Millie Bigler wraps a successful runway show at the Teton Trad Cloth Fashion Summit held at First Americans Museum in April, featuring our own Angela Startz as a model!Hear what inspires her, how engineering and sewing match up in her brain, and enjoy a special performance by Blossom. 2023-05-2340 minReel IndigenousShutter - is it a mystery, a ghost story, or just a really good book?Dine author Ramona Emerson is taking on the Navajo mystery series with her first installment of the Rita Todacheene trilogy. More accurate and more layered than that mystery series by that white guy, we visit with her about working with the dead, her documentaries and her passion for Law & Order. Duh Duh!2023-05-161h 03
Reel IndigenousBury My Heart with Marly FixicoYoung Elder Marly Fixico leads the discussion about the 2007 HBO movie Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee and lights a fire under Angela and Sunrise to Protect our Children and to get #LandBack. How well did the book translate into a movie? Tune and and find out. 2023-05-091h 11Reel IndigenousNative Journalism: Our Stories by Our Voices with ICT EditorJourdan Bennett-Begaye (Navajo) is the editor of ICT. She is the first woman to be the chief news executive and top editor of the 40-year-old newspaper and website. She's also a Native American Journalists Association (NAJA) board member.She joins Angela and new host Monica Braine (Assiniboine and Hunkpapa Lakota) to talk about Alaska Daily, the importance of journalism, her favorite films, and how she handles being the first Native woman to run the newsroom. 2023-05-0237 minReel IndigenousIPX Interviews by Candice: Arigon Starr, Jessica Harjo and Michael SheyasheCandice interviews graphic novelist Arigon Staff, designer Jessica Harjo and writer Michael Sheyashe at this year's IndigiePopX. Hear all about Super Indian, Contenders, indigenous fashion, and Natives in comic books with our continuing coverage of IPX.2023-04-2527 min
Reel IndigenousNatives on Broadway with Larissa FastHorseLarissa FastHorse is the first Native woman to have a play on Broadway and we get to catch up with her in this exclusive interview. Tune in and learn more about well-meaning white people and how autobiographical The Thanksgiving Play is. Visit 2st.com for for tickets, and don't just keep it real, keep it REEL INDIGENOUS.2023-04-1832 minReel IndigenousTHE INDIGENOUS READING CIRCLE SPECIAL: "The Only Good Indians", a novel by Stephen Graham JonesIn this episode, a bunch of good Indians talk about "The Only Good Indians", a novel by Stephen Graham Jones (not to be mistaken with the Wes Studi flick, "The Only Good Indian"). And joining us is a special guest (and great Indian): Erin Tripp, who stepped out of the library to bring the Indigenous Reading Circle to us (we are so honored) to share her thoughts on this great reads. And if you love Erin and her insights, follow her at:https://linktr.ee/erins_libraryand join her when she does her next...2023-04-1154 minReel IndigenousA Special EpisodeIn this episode, we get really deep as we discuss a classic TV show. We tackle the themes of genocide, displacement, pride, resiliency, and white fragility. There is a lot to unpack in this episode and it gets very emotional. It may be emotional for you, dear listener, but we do hope that you can make it to the end. So, make sure you have your tissues and prepare yourself for this special episode.The music is:"Trickster", an original composition by Candice Byrd-BoneyAnd if you learn anything about this episode, we...2023-04-0129 minReel IndigenousKaniehtiio Horn interview at IPXWe met Deer Woman! Another report from the fantastic Indigipop X! This time, we sat down in the breakroom with actress, podcaster, filmmaker, cat and human mom: Kaniehtiio Horn. She talks about her experiences in the world, and how amazing being a mom is.Please enjoy all of the interruptions from the breakroom. We know we did. And remember, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-03-2831 minReel IndigenousCBS Hit Show Ghost's Roman Zaragoza and Round 2 of Artist Interviews from IPXWith his hit show Ghosts taking over the airwaves, Roman Zaragoza is a busy guy! We discuss his work at Native Voices at the Autry and the Oregon Shakespeare Company, along with his upcoming documentary on the Modoc War.Also at IPX, Noetta and Lillian interview cosplayers Tahmoh Penikett, Shauna Baker, and artist Dezbah Rose. We learn more about the art of cosplay and the winners of the IPX contest!2023-03-2155 minReel IndigenousIndigiPopX 2023 - Art-Artist-COMICON Pt 1The Powwow for Geeks kicked off at First Americans Museum on March 10, and we grabbed a few interviews with some of the featured artists around the con. Featuring Absurdist Prod, Ēkvn-like, Ruby Finest, Hawden Designs, NoHeart Hokte, NDN Games and Comics, Nvya Creates/Roxanne Stopp, Michael Toya, Just Beaded Things, and Sticks Stones n Bonez. Check out our LinkTree for access to their awesome stuff! Our intrepid podcasters covered all three days of events. Be sure to peep the pics on our socials!2023-03-1434 minReel IndigenousEncantoWe know we're not supposed to talk about Bruno - no no, but in this episode, we do talk about the charming spell of a movie called, "Encanto". We talk about the wonderful music and the many layers of this Disney movie.And remember, embrace your gifted relatives for who they are, and know that you, too, are gifted. Let’s all heal from our trauma, that way we don't just keep it real, we keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-03-0753 minReel IndigenousIndigenous Social Media InfluencersIn this episode, we get our socials on. We talk about Indigenous influencers in the social media-sphere. So, sign in, turn on, tune in, and drop out. Because we about to get socialized.The music is:"Like a Fool" by Kat Lock from "The Retrograde EP"We talked about a lot of social media influencers, here's a link to a few and links to our own social media:https://linktr.ee/reelindigenouspodThanks for listening. And when you're out there posting your better than mine life, or just overall...2023-02-281h 11Reel IndigenousNyla Innuksuk, Director of Slash/BackPlease be patient with our audio issues, but great content, so please stick with us.Today, we talk with Nyla Innuksuk, a producer of virtual reality, video games, and now, the amazing alien film, "Slash/Back". Nyla talks about making movies for nephews, shooting a sci-fi movie with Indigenous child actors in our communities, and shares with us a lot of great laughter.Enjoy the podcast and then go watch the movie, "Slash/Back" on Shudder or rent it or buy it where all fine movies are sold.https://www.shudder.com/movies...2023-02-211h 14Reel IndigenousValentine's Day Crushes!Sending some love to our Indigenous Ladies in this episode. Noetta leads her Geek Girl Authority talk with Sunrise, tvli, Angela and Candice about some crushworthy Indigenous ladies played by Indigenous ladies. Push play and listen while you wine and dine with your special snag.The music is:"Never Felt Better" by Kat Lock from the "The Retrograde EP"So, whether you're loving 'em, leaving 'em, or just crying, we here at Reel Indigenous will always have a crush on you, just as long as you don't just keep it real, you keep...2023-02-1451 minReel IndigenousSunrise on Sundance Film FestivalSundance 2023 is in the books and it was a doozy! Our Mocs on the Ground film critic Sunrise Tippeconnie shares his favs and recs with Tvli and Angela this week. Sunrise Recommends: Fancy Dance, Twice Colonized, Bad Press (Jury Awardee), Headdress, Sunflower Siege Engine.Music is:"I Like You, But" by Kat Lock from her "Retrograde EP"And while you're hitting the film festival circuits, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2023-02-071h 33Reel IndigenousJoey Clift, Part deuxFor those confused, this is not a French language podcast. But this podcast does kiss in french.In this episode, recurring character, Joey Clift shows up to talk about his short film, "My First Native American Boyfriend". He also chats it up about "Molly of Denali", "Spirit Rangers" and the comedy central cartoon shorts.For more of Joey Clift, check his website:http://www.joeyclift.com/And go here to watch his short film, "My First Native American Boyfriend":https://vimeo.com/556922770?embedded=true&source=vimeo_logo&owner=17780712023-01-311h 05Reel IndigenousKat Lock, Cherokee singer-songwriter and astrologistIn this episode, we chat it up with Kat Lock -- Cherokee singer-songwriter, master astrologist and music video producer. We talk about her new EP that has dropped, "THE RETROGRADE" and how a theatre kid becomes a rock star.The music for this episode is appropriately from Kat lock. It is called:"Reluctant" from her new EP called "THE RETROGRADE"But don't be reluctant, and just get out there and buy this EP where all good music is sold.To find out more about Kat, check her out at:...2023-01-241h 07Reel IndigenousKholan StudiContinuing on this Studi trilogy (a studilogy) -- Actor extraordinaire Kholan Studi joins us as he talks about his work on the stage and in front of the camera. He also gets to chat up what it's like to have an Oscar worthy father. Listen up and enjoy. Thanks for listening.And remember, Don't just keep it real. Keep itREEL INDIGENOUS2023-01-171h 23Reel Indigenous(Wes) Studi HallSince we're such studious students, we decided to break out our knowledge and spend some time in the Studi hall -- that's the Wes Studi hall. Still reeling from our interview with Wes Studi, we decide to have a discussion about all things Wes. Favorite performance, what we'd like to see him do and just a general fan worship of Wes Studi.So, go Wes young persons and listen in as we fan out in the Studi hall.And remember, whether you're in the Studi hall or anywhere else, don't just keep it real, keep...2023-01-101h 01Reel IndigenousKicking off 2023 with a Super Star: Wes Studi!We kick off 2023 with a movie legend: Oscar Award Winner Wes Studi!In his first podcast appearance, he talks about his early work with Cherokee language preservation, the beginning of his acting career in the basement of The Church Studio in Tulsa, his favorite actors and genres, and more, including his reoccurring character on the ground-breaking series Reservation Dogs.His early appearance mentioned in the podcast in The Flash is available on Tubi TV, and his work on The Trial of Standing Bear is on YouTube.Special thanks to Melissa Bisangi and First...2023-01-031h 10Reel Indigenous2022 Year End Wrap UpAnother year over and deeper in debt for most of us, but a great year for Indigenous Media content.In this episode, we'll talk about things we loved about 2022 and some things we didn't.We also talk about our hopes and things we look forward to in 2023.And don't forget, FAM in Oklahoma City is having a screening of Slash/Back, a film fave of 2022. So, get your tickets here:https://famok.org/film-screenings/If you tell them Sunrise sent you, they might just send you home, so get...2022-12-271h 06Reel IndigenousHoliday Special part 2! POW WOW HIGHWAY'Tis the season of excess, so we excessively talk about "POWWOW HIGHWAY". Join us for the conclusion of our discussion.In this episode, we pick up where Buddy and Philbert make a detour to the Black Hills and Philbert has just gotten his vision.We hope that you enjoy our 2-part discussion and get to have a wonderful holiday season. Take care and have fun and remember there's someone out there who cares and is thinking about you.We see you, we hear you, we acknowledge you, we love you.Also...2022-12-201h 21Reel IndigenousThe Holiday Special! POWWOW HIGHWAY part 1That's right folks, it's the holiday season. And it's time we celebrate the way it's intended to be celebrated. So, let's put the X back in Xmas. Also, it's a time to celebrate the greatest Christmas movie ever made -- POWWOW HIGHWAY. Join us as we chat about one of our favorite movies. We love this movie so much that it takes two episodes to talk about it.Thanks for listening, and we'll catch you for round two next week.Remember, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2022-12-131h 10Reel IndigenousLive at Rodeo Cinema in Oklahoma CityHEADS UP: There are audio issues. Apologies. But hope you enjoy what we talk about. We had fun.Join us as we have a live discussion at Rodeo Cinema during Native Heritage month. We talked about the short films:My First Native American Boyfriend (Joey Clift, 2022) | 5minMarlon (Jason Asenap, 2022) Kicking the Clouds (Sky Hopinka, 2022) | 15 minLong Line of Ladies (Shaandiin Tome & Rayka Zehtabchi, 2022) | 22minHeadhunter’s Daughter (Don Josephus Raphael Eblahan) | 15 minTierra en Trance (Colectivo los ingrávidos, 2022) | 40 min 2022-12-0649 minReel IndigenousMark WIlliams on Sports Docs, Ghosts and HistoryFilmmaker Mark Williams (Choctaw) joins Noetta and Angela to discuss Mark's latest sports doc “The Journey of Tiak Hikiya Ohoyo”, which just screened at SkinsFest.Mark's other works include Native American Paranormal Project, Violet, and Shiloh., his 2016 short doc available on Amazon Prime.Music by On Holiday: Skyler FlyingOut, Chance Danner and Jon Jackson.2022-11-291h 18Reel IndigenousJhane Myers (Comanche & Blackfeet), producer of "Prey", in this "Thanks-taking special"For this special Thanks-taking (aka "National Day of Mourning") episode, Jhane Myers shows up to talk about Indigenous filmmaking, her journey to becoming a bad ass producer and how she is doing the lords work by advocating for Indigenous filmmakers and storytellers.The music is:"Mars" by Kat Lock from her "Some Recurring Notes" album.BTW, we're out of Kat Lock music for now. Hope you enjoyed it. We may drop a few tunes every once in a while just for fun, but support her music, and all good Indigenous music. When she...2022-11-221h 32Reel IndigenousReservation Dogs, season 2, episodes 9 & 10In this episode, we wrap up all things "Reservation Dogs", at least for Season 2. What will happen in Season 3? What do YOU want to see happen in Season 3? Tell us on our Facebook page! Oh, and one day we'll have our sign off in sync.The Music is:"Hard to Find" by Kat Lock, from her EP, "You Again"Thanks for listening.Remember, don't just keep it real, keep itREEL INDIGENOUS!2022-11-151h 02Reel IndigenousReservation Dogs, season 2, episodes 7 & 8In this episode, we continue our discussion of Reservation Dogs season 2. We talk about episode 7, "Stay Gold Cheesy Boy" and all the good acting and how adorably cute Lane Factor is, and ask the question, should we take this episode seriously?Next, we talk about episode 8, "This is Where the Plot Thickens" and we ask the question, does it really thicken?The music is:"Someone Else's Future" by Kat Lock from her EP, "You Again"Check it out where all good music is sold.REMEMBER TO GET OUT AND...2022-11-081h 04
Reel IndigenousHallow-SCREAM with us for Deer WomanMasters of Horror. Accurate or aspirational name? John Landis directs the DEER WOMAN episode of Masters of Horror. Be sure to FB Messenger your Deer Woman experience! Spoiler Alert: don't watch it until you hear guest Matt Barse, Lowdown Entertainment, Sunrise, Noetta and Angela review it.2022-10-301h 34Reel IndigenousThunderheartCome with us as we hop on the way back machine and travel back in time to the movie of our elders. It's a movie our parents loved (and some grandparents). We gonna cuss and discuss Thunderheart. How did a James Bond director come to make a movie about the events surrounding Wounded Knee? Let's see!The music is:"Embarrassed" by Kat Lock, from her EP, "You Again"Thank you for listening.And remember, don't just keep it real...keep it REEL INDIGENOUS!2022-10-251h 03Reel IndigenousAdam Piron (Kiowa and Mohawk Tribes), the Director of Sundance Institute's Indigenous ProgramIn this episode we sit with Adam Piron, the new Sundance Kid who is the Director of Sundance Institute's Indigenous Program. We chat films, what's happening with Sundance, and all kinds of cool stuff.This interview was recorded before Sacheen Littlefeather had walked on, and so it may be old news what we discussed, but we left it in since we do want to remember what she did.Rest in Power.The music is:"Demetrius" by Kat Lock from her EP, "You Again"Thanks a lot for listening. 2022-10-181h 07Reel IndigenousKimberly Guerrero & Karissa Valencia discuss "Spirit Rangers" for this Indigenous Peoples' Day special!Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! It's a good day to be Indigenous!In this special Indigenous Peoples' Day episode, we sit and chat with Kimberly Guerrero & Karissa Valencia from "Spirit Rangers". Kimberly plays the Mom and Karissa is the creator and showrunner of the series. And we have a good time talking about "Spirit Rangers", animation and the love of kids shows.Don't forget to watch "Spirit Rangers" on Netflix, which should be dropped by now. Then you can leave it on repeat for the kiddos, because all children need a good Indigenous babysitter -- and "...2022-10-101h 23Reel IndigenousReservation Dogs, Season 2: Episodes 5. "Wide Net" and 6. "Decolonativization"All right all you young elders out there. In this episodes, we talk about episodes 5 and 6 of "Reservation Dogs" Season 2 -- two of our favorite episodes. It brings back memories of those conferences we attended (but no one admits to how many lanyards and badges they've acquired). We also talk about how when Amber Midthunder's not out kicking space monster ass, she's inspiring Native youth with the power of NARDS.Also, maybe why we love these episodes more than the others is that we got Warren Queton in not one but both these episodes.FYI...2022-10-041h 10Reel IndigenousReservation Dogs, season 2: "Roofing" and "Mabel"This time we're talking about episodes 3 and 4 of season two of reservations dogs. We give praise to the creators and storytellers who really know how to tell a good yarn and just chat it up about how good it is. We also confuse Eddie and Michael Spears, so our apologies to these fine actors. Also, Director Danis Goulet is Metis. We apologize for the confusion. Jason makes a cameo appearance to give us a synopsis run down until he has to leave for a better class of people. But, rest assured, he will be back....2022-09-2756 minReel IndigenousPREY 2: Electric boogaloo (with a little "MOHAWK" talk on the side)No, they did not already make a sequel to "PREY", but we made a sequel to our "PREY" discussion. Jason & Sunrise, our resident Numunu, hop on to give us some deep cuts on the Comanche happenings in "PREY". Plus, Sunrise gives us some insight on what he did on the movie.Then, Angela brings up a little gem of a movie called, 'MOHAWK" and asks the question, is "PREY" just a ripoff of "MOHAWK"? The quick answer: No. But it is a discussion that happened.Anyways, sit back, relax, get some of that Predator Indian...2022-09-201h 15Reel IndigenousReservation Dogs Season 2, Episodes 1-2 (with a little "Jaws", "E.T." And food talk thrown in) In this episode, we get back to our roots and talk about "Reservation Dogs" season 2, episodes 1 & 2. We also go off topic and chat a bit about the problems with the Sonics regime change, how much we love taco mayo and Braums. No one mentions Mazzio’s but we also love Mazzio’s. We also talk about the "Jaws" and "E.T." re-release, and ask the immortal question: how does pan and scan work for IMAX films?"Reservation Dogs" may not have jumped the shark, but we just may have.Thank you very much for listening. Plea...2022-09-1353 minReel Indigenous"Night Raiders", not Night Rangers, featuring Marly "NoHeart" Fixico-HardisonIn this episode, we talk about the masterful scifi epic, "Night Raiders", not to be mistaken with the 80s hair band, Night Rangers. Join us as we welcome special guest Marly "NoHeart" Fixico-Hardison as she discusses this movie, her art, her tiny home and all the creative stuff she does.Check out her work at:https://www.noheartdesigns.com/The music is:"Say It" by Kat Lock from her album, Some Recurring notesThank you for listening, we'll keep the lights on for you.Please rate and...2022-09-0655 minReel IndigenousKeeper of the Ashes: The Oklahoma Girl Scout MurdersTRIGGER WARNING:This episode talks about a tragic event that happened in 1977. We discuss the heinous crime that happened and the events that followed. This is a true story that focuses on a crime committed on children. If it gets too unpleasant, please take a break and talk with someone.Special thanks to Melissa Bisagni for researching and finding the archives and articles that were used in this discussion.As for the alternative film that was discussed, "Someone Cry for the Children", It's a bit dated, formatted kind of funky and has some...2022-08-301h 07Reel IndigenousInterview with Sierra Teller Ornelas & Jana Schmieding from "Rutherford Falls"In this episode, we welcome Rutherford Falls finest citizens, Jana Schmieding & Sierra Teller Ornelas. They join us for a chat about the amazing series "Rutherford Falls". We chat a bit about working in comedy, being Indigenous in the entertainment world, and a even a little bit about an alleged Emmy steal from a show we never heard of.Enjoy this lovely chat, and when you're done, go watch Rutherford Falls season 1 and 2 streaming on Peacock. And if you've seen it already -- watch it again, and then let the Peacock know that we need more seasons of...2022-08-2346 minReel Indigenous16. eat, PREY, love - a Predator story, featuring representation from the Comanche (Numunu) NationIn this episode, we talk about the kickass movie, "PREY", starring Amber Midthunder and a bunch of Numunu representation. Also, in this episode, we have some very special guests. We have Joey Clift, comedian, TV writer, and enrolled Cowlitz Indian Tribal Member currently working as a staff writer on the Netflix kids animated fantasy adventure series "Spirit Rangers". We also have Sunrise Tippeconnie, filmmaker, film professor, all around genius, who is here to give us some insights on the deep cuts Comanche representation in this film.If you haven't watched it, watch Prey on Hulu -- watch...2022-08-151h 19Reel Indigenous15. Tyler "Turtle" Randall from Skoden Cinema PodcastIn this episode, we welcome podcast god Tyler "Turtle" Randall from the Skoden Cinema Podcast. He talks about his experience as a student of film, an animator and teacher of media. He also gives some insights on how he creates a podcast and a bit of history of Indigenous media and theories on where it's going.We also discuss how Steven Seagal Aikidos a virus.Check out Tyler at:https://www.facebook.com/Skoden-Cinema-108144274388277/\https://redcircle.com/shows/skoden-cinemahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczaYcXRK2fJufmSMgSkGVQ2022-08-0952 minReel Indigenous14. Marvel Studios’ THOR: LOVE AND THUNDERNERD ALERT!!!!We finally get to talk about a Marvel movie. It's a good life when we can talk about Indigenous content in the MCU. In this episode, Angela and tvli talk about Taika Waititi's "Thor: Lub & Thunder".Warning, there's a lot of geeking out about the MCU, and all kinds of nerding out. Plus, we hop up on the pulpit and talk about the religious content in this film.Tune in next Sunday when the sermon will be, "There's only one God, and we're pretty sure he doesn't dress like that".2022-07-201h 10Reel Indigenous13. Adirondack...er, we mean Rutherford Falls S2Look at us, we made it to lucky episode 13.It feels like it was just last week that we were talking about how much we loved season 1 of Rutherford Falls. Well, it looks like we weren't just a snag. Rutherford Falls has come back to us for a second season, and we are still in love.In this episode, Noetta Harjo is like a great sitcom character that we just can't get enough of. She's no longer a special guest, and is starting to become a regular, and we are happy for that. So, Noetta...2022-06-2842 minReel Indigenous12. Rutherford Falls Season 1No, this is not a show about the basketball legend, Randy Rutherford. Though there should be a show about him, and it would be called Rutherford Rises.In this episode we hop a ride on the flashback machine and head back to the good ol' days of 2021, where we talk about another phenomenally badass Indigenous series that came out way back when called, "Rutherford Falls". We do an overall discussion of season 1 as season 2 streams from the Peacock right now.Tvli talks about the show from a male point of view, and Candace and Angela...2022-06-211h 02Reel Indigenous11. Dark Winds (DUCK!)We're back, baby, with 8 lives to spare. Why?Because some people got to see the new cool as a fan TV series, "Dark Winds", and we got to inquire with these bonafide media critics about it. Y'all know we had to come back for this.In this episode our baby boy has come back home to us. After a brief stint of doing some real movie stuff, Jason Asenap has returned.And not just that -- we gots us a special guest. Another real life...2022-06-121h 11Reel IndigenousOkay, so, that was a short break...Guess we're not taking a break just yet. Indigenous content be showing up all over the place (and it's about damn time! - and we still need more). Also, guests kept showing up to the party and they were the cool kids so we kept inviting them in.Looks like the light's ain't turned out, the party ain't over, and we just gonna dance the night away!So, keep them ears up and keep on listening. We'll whisper sweet somethings in your ear.Thanks for showing up. It's not really a party without...2022-06-0800 minReel IndigenousA Brief Thank You for Listening...Thanks a lot for listening to our discussion of "Reservation Dogs". We're taking a break, but will be back in a few weeks. So subscribe, rate and review and let us know what kind of discussions you'd like to hear. Until then, don't just be real. Be reel Indigenous.2022-06-0701 minReel Indigenous10. A non-Indigenous perspective of "Reservation Dogs"Welcome special guest, Maddi Williams! Maddi is an Aussie and a big fan of Reservation Dogs. We ask her the burning questions about how non-Indigenous viewers relate to the humor and stories of Rez Dogs, and about life in Australia. MUSIC: "Don't Overthink Me" by Kat Lock from her "Some Recurring Notes" album2022-05-3156 minReel Indigenous09. Reservation Dogs, "Satvrday"We finally make it to the end of the first season of reservation dogs. We kind of just talk all about the last episode, a brief recap of the series and our hopes for the future of "Reservation Dogs". On the screen and the actual reservation dogs on the rez. Also, a few of us get a little too giddy about naked Gary Farmer, and we can't prove anything, but I'm sure a few of y'all took some screen shots of his beautiful nakedness. Especially all you aunties out there. All right. enjoy. All the big podcasts ask people...2022-05-2459 minReel Indigenous08. Reservation Dogs, "California Dreamin’"TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses death by suicide.This is the episode that deals directly with suicide, so, once again, we get a little serious as we discuss death by suicide.If you or anyone you know are feeling thoughts of suicide, please call 800-273-8255 or text "hello" to 741-741.For more information, go to this website: https://www.sprc.org/Sometimes we feel the pain, sometimes we feel hopeless, but you are loved and you will be missed, and it really does get better.2022-05-1750 minReel Indigenous07. Reservation Dogs, "Hunting"TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses death by suicide.In this episode we talk a little about tall man. We give our limited knowledge on this but if you go over to our kinfolk podcast - Skoden Cinema Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unsolved-reservation-mysteries-tall-man-bigfoot/id1523513153?i=1000553119301They'll serve up some in-depth discussion. Just don't be listening to it at night while you're outside. This stuff gets scary.We also get a little serious as we discuss death by suicide.If you or anyone you know are feeling thoughts...2022-05-1031 minReel Indigenous06. Reservation Dogs, "Come & Get Your Love"For the first half, Angela and Candice run the show. Then a dude comes along and ruins it all. This episode, we tell some Deer Lady stories. Maybe talk a bit about the show. Some of us get a little scared.And when you're done here, head on over to Skoden Cinema Podcast for more discussion of Deer Lady, check out our kinfolk's podcast at:https://redcircle.com/shows/skoden-cinemaThey talk about a lot of cool stuff there, and there is an episode where they talk in-depth about Deer Lady....2022-05-0346 minReel Indigenous05. Reservation Dogs, "What About Your Dad?"TRIGGER WARNING:In this episode, the topic of intimate partner abuse comes up. If you or anyone you know is suffering from abuse, please visit: https://ncadv.org/. Please know there is a safe exit button on the page if you need to exit quickly.If you are in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.For anonymous, confidential help, 24/7, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY).In this episode, we have special guest Angela Startz talk about her experience on this episode as...2022-04-2635 min
Reel Indigenous04. Reservation Dogs, "Uncle Brownie"In this episode we talk about the episode that has guest star and national treasure, Gary Farmer. We also talk about family and kinship and how that relates to us in our Indigenous cultures, and we also share our lack of knowledge of weed, but seem to talk exhaustively about it. So, grab your weed jar, snack on some back strap, and maybe kick some ass -- about 10 or 20 or 30, and listen to us chat it up.Music for this episode is:"Forever Boy" by Kat Lock - Karaoke/instrumental version2022-04-1949 min
Reel Indigenous03. Reservation Dogs, "NdN Clinic"We talk about episode 2 of Reservation Dogs -- kinda. We meander a bit and talk about our own NDN clinic misadventures, as well as spoiling some old ass movies, and we devolve into the history, or lack thereof, of meatpies. Some of us hate being emotionally manipulated. **Adult language**Films referenced in this episode: Good Night, Irene, Smoke, Cobra Kai, Barking Water, Drunktown’s FinestThe music for this episode: "...U Up?" by Kat Lockfrom the album: "Some Recurring Notes"...2022-04-1241 min
Reel Indigenous02. Reservation dogs, "F*ckin' Rez Dogs"In this episode, we chat it up about episode 1 of "Reservation Dogs", and seem pretty excited about what this series will bring.2022-04-0552 min
Reel Indigenous01. Mike Bone InterviewIn this first season of REEL INDIGENOUS, we are gonna talk about the TV series, "Reservation Dogs". But first, in our inaugural episode, we talk about what this podcast is about, and discuss stuff with Mike Bone as they talk about their music, life, career and being a "Reservation Dog."Featuring the music of Mike Bone:"Comin Up""808 Drums"from their new album, "Beat of the Drum".For more stuff (merch, music and so on) from Mike Bone, check their website https://mikebonemedia.com/geek out and...2022-03-2947 min
Reel IndigenousWelcome to Reel IndigenousThe podcast where these Indigenous Peoples get real about what’s on our screens, movies, TV, and everything in between. Hosted by Candice Byrd, Jason Asenap, Angela Startz, and tvli2022-03-1201 min