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Native Report
| Website: | https://wdse.org/show/native-report/ |
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| Next Airing: | Sat, Apr 27th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV |
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Native Report is an entertaining, informative magazine style series that celebrates Native American culture and heritage, listens to tribal elders, and talks to some of the most powerful and influential leaders of Indian Country today. The series is attractive to both a general and tribal audience, promoting understanding between cultures, tribes and reservations...offering a venue for the stories of challenge and success coming from Minnesota's tribal communities... and educating public television viewers about the culture and traditions of native citizens. Native Report is hosted by Stacey Thunder, an enrolled member of the Red Lake Nation, and co-hosted by Tadd Johnson who is an enrolled member of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. The Native Report season consists of fifteen episodes. Another fifteen episodes are planned next year which will include stories from Minnesota and Wisconsin native communities.
Episodes:
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Between Two Worlds
They're between two worlds; we learn more about what it's like to be multi-racial in Alaska, talk with those who identify as Two-Spirited in modern times, and hear from an Oneida Nation language instructor as the language is in a state of emergency
Next Airing: Sat, Apr 27th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/5/2022 to 12/4/2025 -
Modern Impact of Past Policies
We illuminate some aspects of how Native people today are impacted by past policies; such as boarding school experiences and lasting intergenerational traumas, as well as blood quantum policies.
Next Airing: Sat, May 4th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/12/2022 to 12/11/2025 -
Native Philanthropy & Giving Back
Philanthropic work and giving back to communities is a constant in Indian Country; we highlight some folks looking out for the welfare of their people, land, and beyond.
Next Airing: Sat, May 11th, 2024 at 7:01 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/19/2022 to 12/18/2025 -
Passing On Traditions
We hear from those with ties to ancestral roots who are carrying on traditions being passed down from generation to generation. From Native peoples carrying on traditions of alligator wrestling in Florida to learning how the Black Feet Nation and tribal firefighters have been using fire in their way of life for thousands of years. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, May 18th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 10/16/2023 to 10/15/2026 -
Modern-Day Living
We hear from those with ties to the land of Montana sharing stories of Blackfeet Nation history; join us as we talk with a Blackfeet Nation rancher and traditionalist as well as a father-son outfitter team! We also hear from a mother and artist who was chosen by the La Pointe art's committee on Madeline Island to create a statue to help commemorate its strong connection to its people. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, May 25th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 10/23/2023 to 10/22/2026 -
Native Philanthropy and Reclaiming Land
We hear from a City Council member from Wisconsin, who has been leading the Wisconsin Point land transfer proposal with the officials from the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Then we see how in Seattle Washington a group is helping the members of their urban Native community combat homelessness. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jun 1st, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 10/30/2023 to 10/29/2026 -
Art Through Traditions
We hear from Sihasin, a band who's blend of punk folk, and traditional Navajo creates space for others to learn about Dine culture, and learn how artist Louis Still Smoking brings history to life through his portraits and murals. Then we learn from Thomas Crawford as he shares with us the importance of the sweat lodge in traditional teachings. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jun 8th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 11/6/2023 to 11/5/2026 -
Sharing Culture
We hear from Mariah Gladstone who shares recipes using traditional ingredients, and we talk with Angelika who runs and operates the Lodgepole Gallery. Were we learn more about the history of the Blackfeet Nations culture camp as well as the importance of the gallery supporting Native artists. Then we watch as Tribal Nation leaders come together with Minnesota and Wisconsin government representatives to return Wisconsin Point's sacred burial ground back to the Fond Du lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We also listen to valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jun 15th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 11/13/2023 to 11/12/2026 -
Call of the Moose
We follow Herb Fineday Junior as he prepares for a fall moose hunt. Journey with him as he collects birch bark to assemble a traditional moose call and follow along as he harvests a moose. We also listen to the valuable advice of an elder.
Next Airing: Sat, Jun 22nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 11/20/2023 to 11/19/2026 -
Hotshot Artist and Smokejumpers
We venture back to the Blackfeet Nation and learn more about what it's like to fight fires with the Chief Mountain Hotshots. Then sit down with Leslie Harper who is the President of the National Coalition of Native American Language Schools and Programs and hear from artist John Pepion. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jun 29th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 11/27/2023 to 11/26/2026 -
Native Perspectives On Climate Change
We highlight Zhaa Zhaa Greensky as she makes traditional sugar cakes from maple syrup and we learn how a university in New York is working to protect vital plant life as it aims to pass down wisdom of both indigenous and scientific knowledge to the next generation. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jul 6th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 12/4/2023 to 12/3/2026 -
Discovering The Moose
We highlight Beth Drost as she recalls the life of her father Curt Gagnon and how he helps open up all of the 1854 ceded territory for hunting and gathering. We also learn how the 1854 Treaty Authority helps track and maintain a healthy moose population. Along with words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jul 13th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 12/11/2023 to 12/10/2026 -
Native Radio Frequencies
We hear from Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio who hosted an outdoor concert featuring Artists War Bonnet and Sihasin. Then we talk with Leah Lemm whose podcast is helping spread Native voices. We also listen to valuable health advice from a Native physician.
Next Airing: Sat, Jul 20th, 2024 at 7:00 PM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 12/18/2023 to 12/17/2026 -
Cultural Storytellers
We hear from tribal artists and authors who share traditional stories of the past that live on today, as well as carry on the Ojibwe language and cultural roots in writings, artwork, and exhibits.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 11/14/2022 to 11/13/2025 -
Curators of Culture & Tradition
We hear from modern keepers of knowledge using education, technology, and trends to continue on cultural traditions. We talk with an Ojibwe language teacher, the developer of a gamebook, and the creator of a Native superhero!
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 11/28/2022 to 11/27/2025 -
Energy, Natural Resources, and Honoring Traditions
We're exploring energy and natural resource operations led by Natives that align and honor traditional ways. As well as efforts to protect natural resources in the name of stewardship responsibilities.
Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 10/17/2022 to 10/16/2025 -
Going The Distance
We're exploring stories of those who are going the distance in sports - on wheels and on the football field. As well as shine a light on those who've made the decision to work with Indian Country to illuminate their culture, stories, and successes.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 11/21/2022 to 11/20/2025 -
Natural Resource Management & Naming
We're highlighting natural resource management and protection efforts Native Nations are spearheading, from food sovereignty to fish species. And, digging deeper into the importance of the naming of our natural resources in respectful, non-offensive ways.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 10/31/2022 to 10/30/2025 -
Political Policies & Mmiw Epidemic
This episode is about Natives and non-Natives in political office who are game-changers - focusing their time and efforts on political policies impacting Indian Country, such as outdated laws and the MMIW epidemic. We also hear from an Ojibwe musician who wrote a song of healing for Native women impacted by harms such as sexual assault.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 10/24/2022 to 10/23/2025 -
Protecting Traditions & Honoring Protectors
We hear from Natives who're carrying on ancestral traditions, and who feel they're protecting what was traditionally important to their ancestors; while honoring Native veteran protectors who've served our country in the past, present and future.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 11/7/2022 to 11/6/2025