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Embark on a journey through the Indigenous 150+ Top 10 List, featuring standout episodes from the last 3 seasons. Discover captivating stories that weave together tradition, culture, and modern narratives, celebrating the diverse voices of Indigenous storytelling.
MMIWGT2S activist Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau sits down for an in-depth conversation with award-winning journalist and podcaster Connie Walker (Finding Cleo, Stolen) to discuss her growth and career as a storyteller, examine how her podcasts like Finding Cleo and Stolen have allowed for a form of storytelling that has the ability to help tackle racism, as well as advice to young storytellers.
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Episode 1 – “Keeping Stories Safe”
In this first episode, Knowledge-Keeper Elaine Fleming, of Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe member shares the Anishinaabe creation story and why it is important to Indigenous identity. Colonization disrupted the lives and the sharing of stories in many nations. Host and podcast creator Tamika-Jo Andy learns from Elaine how their stories were traditionally passed down and what is being done to keep them safe.
Episode 2 – “Identity and the Gifts of Ojibwemowin”
In this episode of the Gigashki’ewizimin (“We do things because of our power”), host Tamika-Jo Andy speaks with Nyleta Belgarde, a Turtle Mountain member and language-keeper talk about their language journeys, the gifts and relationship of language to Anishinaabe Identity, and important tips on how to revitalize Ojibwemowin.
Gigashki’ewizimin was created and hosted by Tamika-Jo Andy, of Big Grassy River First Nation now living in Dakota and Ojiway Territory, Bemidji, Minnesota. It was created as part of the Good Influence Advanced Digital Storytelling and Podcast training program supporting emerging creatives and storytellers with story mentoring by Jolene Banning, of Makwa Creative. For the next episode of Gigashki’ewizimin follow @gigashkiewizimin_podcast on instagram and follow host Tamika-Jo @tamikajotho, also on instagram. If you enjoyed what you heard please rate the episode which helps it get recommended to others!
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Terry Uyarak, a Juno nominated Inuk artist from Iglulik, Nunavut discusses his journey of keeping Inuit traditions alive, and how joining the circus has led to a career in music. Hosted and produced by Zorga Qaunaq.
To follow Zorga’s upcoming podcast Inuvery on Instagram and Tiktok follow: @inuverypodcast
To follow Terry Uyarak: http://www.aakulukmusic.com/terry-uyarak
To listen to Terry’s music check out apple music or soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/terryuyarak
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For all things Auntie Up!: https://makwacreative.ca/auntie-up
To follow Nika Paziuk and her upcoming podcast Modern Métis: https://www.facebook.com/modernmetis/
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MMIWG2ST+ activist Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau and Nakuset, from Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal discuss the harms of youth protection, homelessness and other harsh realities facing Indigenous peoples. The conversation turns to the dreams and simple solutions that are being actualized, what government should prioritize, and an invitation to work together for what is possible.
To learn more about MIYOSKAMIN – the NWSM Second Stage Housing Project: www.nwsm.info/miyoskamin
To like and follow the Iskweu project: www.facebook.com/Iskweu or www.instagram.com/iskweu/
To follow Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau: www.tiktok.com/@arcticfrostbyte
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Have you ever thought of working in health care? Indigenous 150+ podcaster Hanna Sewell, a nurse and member of Batchewana First Nation speaks to the rewards and challenges of nursing and the stresses of the past few years. This interview is a healthy reminder about the importance of self-care and to have empathy for those working in healthcare. Host: Samantha Loney
To listen to Hanna’s episode Matriach In Medicine: The Journey of Healthcare Specialist Elaine Johnston
This episode was developed in the Intro to Digital Storytelling Program led by Good Influence Films in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists Project, Inspirit Foundation and the Mastercard Foundation.
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Métis fiddler Brianna Lizotte and podcast host and childhood friend Nika Paziuk reminience about growing up, discovering their culture and being proud Métis. They discuss the power of the fiddle, and how it connects and binds the Métis community.
To follow and learn more about Brianna Lizotte: https://www.briannalizotte.ca
To follow Nika Paziuk and her upcoming podcast Modern Métis: https://www.facebook.com/modernmetis/
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Elaine Johnston, Former Chief and Councillor of Serpent River and leader in delivering frontline health care shares her days as a student and how her journey evolved from a helicopter paramedic into helping create the first Indigenous Health Access Centre in Ontario. She also shares her journey as a healer to bridge traditional knowledge with modern medicine to improve the health and wellness of Indigenous peoples. This compelling episode is hosted by Hanna Sewell, a registered nurse who is interested in sharing the voices, challenges and successes of frontline workers.
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This episode was developed in the Intro to Digital Storytelling Program led by Good Influence Films in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists Project, Inspirit Foundation and the Mastercard Foundation.
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