Indian countries reaction to Ann Coulter's post on X. Humor is survival.
Today 4 stories : 1) Misleading Native history. 2) Flag removal in Arizona 3)The fight for climate and environmental justice has always been led by indigenous.3) Land back to the Potawatomi Nation in Illinois 4) Funny story from Ricey Wild
On today’s episode of Heart of the Earth we talk about the removal of Ira Hayes and the Navajo code takers from gov’t websites, Trump and return of colonialism, the passing of Arizona Rep. Raul Grijalva and an update on the murder of Emily Pike.
On today's episode of Heart of the Earth we hear about the brutal murder of Apache Nation 14 yr old Emily Pike. We hear from Lyla June on 3000 yr old solutions to modern problems. We also learn of looking to Indigenous pathways to peace by Binalakshmi Nefram of the Manipuri people of India. Honoring these women during Women's Herstory month.
on today's episode of heart of the Earth, we are celebrating woman's her story month by sharing the poetry of Native American women
on today's episode of heart of the Earth, we talk about the documentary film Sugarcane , which has been nominated for an Academy award. It tells the story of many generations of a family who is at Indian boarding school in British Columbia. We also discuss Nemomye nenquimo's book We will not be Saved A Memoir of Hope and resistance in the Amazon rainforest, we also talk about a native Alaskan who was only 17 years old and committed suicide in the very northern part of Alaska near the Arctic Circle in the town of what is what was known as Barrow. the police put his body on a sled and drove it through town.
On today's Heart of the Earth we celebrate Leonard Peltier's return home to the Turtle Mt Chippewa nation in North Dakota. We also talk about the "citizenship" of Native Americans and Trumps plans. We end with the story about the nonprofit Warm Elders that provides firewood to elders on the Navajo Reservation.
On today's episode of Heart of the Earth we honor the late Santee Sioux poet and artist John Trudell. He would have turned 79 on Feb 15th. We hear the poems he wrote in the last year of his life, and also a review of the Red Dirt Boogie concert that took place in Tulsa Oklahoma on February 6th.
on today's episode of heart of the Earth we discussed 47 directive of freezing federal funds and how it affects Indian country. We also discuss 47 directive on deportation and how that is affecting native people in America who have been detained and we also discuss indigenous knowledge and how it can save mother Earth
On today's episode of Heart of the Earth, I spent the hour sharing the incredible news of Leonard Peltier being freed from his prison cell to home confinement a real victory for Indian country.
On today's episode of heart of the Earth, I interviewed Morning Star Gali of the California Pit River nation. She is the Director of Indigenous Justice and is also part of the International Indian treaty council. We discussed medicine lake and other issues.
In this episode, we offer prayers for Southern California and reflect on the legacy of Deb Haaland, the first Native American Interior Secretary. We honor her transformative work for Native communities, public lands, and environmental justice. The episode also shines a light on Leonard Peltier’s case, his sacrifices, and the growing call for clemency by President Biden. Featuring a powerful story from Native News Sun by Grouchy Gourmet and an exploration of the role of music in advocacy, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to resilience, justice, and hope.
Today’s episode of Heart of the Earth focuses on remembering the Wounded Knee Massacre, which took place on December 29, 1890. We will also discuss the commemorative horse rides held to honor this history. Additionally, we’ll explore how ceremonies that were and still are integral to Native American culture were once criminalized. Finally, we’ll share a statement from Chuck Hoskin Jr., Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, on the importance of reclaiming school lands.
In this episode, we explore the growing pressure on President Biden to grant clemency for Leonard Peltier, a pivotal figure in Native American rights. We also discuss the president’s historic decision to designate the Carlisle Indian Industrial School as a national monument, acknowledging its profound legacy. Plus, we celebrate the creativity and cultural contributions of Native artists shaping contemporary art and storytelling. Join us for a powerful conversation on justice, history, and Indigenous resilience.
Today on “Heart of the Earth,” I spoke with Earl Tulley, Vice President of the Navajo Water Rights Commission. We discussed the ongoing struggle of the Navajo people to secure the water rights they are owed, as well as the critical House and Senate bills aimed at addressing this long-standing issue. Later in the episode, I shared a fascinating story from Wild Rice of the Ojibwe Nation about her personal experiences with ETs. It’s an episode that blends advocacy, history, and the unexplained — all at the heart of the Earth.
In this powerful episode, we confront the whitewashed narrative of Thanksgiving taught in schools and expose the fairytales that mask a history of land theft, betrayal, and brutality. We explore the real story of the Pilgrims’ arrival in America — a disaster for the colonized and a boon for the colonizers — and its lasting impact on Indigenous communities. Listeners will learn about the origins of the annual sunrise event celebration on Alcatraz Island, a tradition rooted in Indigenous resistance and activism. We’ll discuss how this gathering serves as a modern-day reminder of colonial injustices and a call for healing generational wounds. We also highlight Native American Heritage Month as a time to amplify the voices of Indigenous storytellers like Tommy Orange, whose work sheds light on the enduring legacy of brutality against Native protestors and the resilience of Indigenous cultures. This episode challenges listeners to rethink school Thanksgiving activities that perpetuate the “Thanksgiving Lie” and invites educators, parents, and students to confront the truth. By examining the real history of Thanksgiving, we seek to honor Indigenous communities and support ongoing efforts for justice and recognition. Join us for an eye-opening journey into the untold stories of resistance, survival, and the ongoing fight for Indigenous rights.