Breaking the Silence: Jeannie Nayoumealuk on Language, Loss, and Lateral Violence
Description
Jeannie Nayoumealuk, founder of Apataka Translations, joins Beatrice and Tanya to talk about sobriety, entrepreneurship, language preservation, and the power of lateral kindness in Inuit communities. From navigating her first interpreting gig at age eight to building a thriving Inuit-led business, Jeannie shares how healing, language, and cultural pride fuel her work. Plus, a candid conversation on lateral violence, online negativity, and finding strength through community and compassion.
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Jeannie Nayoumealuk - Guest
Beatrice Deer - Host / Producer
Tanya Innaarulik - Host
Laurel Sprengelmeyer - Guest Host
Christopher McCarron - Technical Director / Audio Engineer
Jeremie Saunders - Producer / DP / Editor
Michael Felber - Producer / Director / Creator
Marty Kinack - Audio Mixing and Mastering
Special thanks to Ungaluk and NIIA programs for their support.
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