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S7, E3, Part 2 Alaska’s Silent Echoes, with Scott Larionoff (Alutiiq)

In part 2 of this 4-part series, you’ll step into the rich history, cultural heritage and stories of Alaska's Alutiiq tribe, with my guest, Scott Larionoff (Alutiiq).

 

There’s more to Alaska than just the breathtaking landscapes of the Last Frontier. In this episode, we’ll dive deeper, to learn about distant echoes – the stories – of the Alutiiq people of the past and those who are descendants of those who survived and are still here today.

 

Scott shares with us about his home of Kodiak Island (and of course, the Kodiak bear), the history of the Russian invasion and the Awa'uq Massacre, Alaskan history and more.

 

I know you’ll be moved by the stories of resilience, tradition, and enduring spirit, as we explore this remarkable indigenous community of the Alutiiq people.

 

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S7, E3, Part 1 Alaska’s Silent Echoes, with Scott Larionoff (Alutiiq)

In part 1 of this 4-part series, you’ll step into the rich history, cultural heritage and stories of Alaska's Alutiiq tribe, with my guest, Scott Larionoff (Alutiiq).

 

There’s more to Alaska than just the breathtaking landscapes of the Last Frontier. In this episode, we’ll dive deeper, to learn about distant echoes – the stories – of the Alutiiq people of the past and those who are descendants of those who survived and are still here today.

 

Scott shares with us about his home of Kodiak Island (and of course, the Kodiak bear), the history of the Russian invasion and the Awa'uq Massacre, Alaskan history and more.

 

I know you’ll be moved by the stories of resilience, tradition, and enduring spirit, as we explore this remarkable indigenous community of the Alutiiq people.

 

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S7, E1, Pt2: Pretendians with Robert Jago (Kwantlen First Nation & Nooksack) & Angel Ellis (Muscogee (Creek) Nation)

“What do some of the most prominent and successful Indigenous artists, leaders and professors have in common? They aren’t Indigenous. There are hundreds of cases of Indigenous identity fraud that we know about, and likely thousands that we do not. So why do these so-called “pretendians” do it? How do they pull it off? And what happens when they are exposed?” (From the Pretendians Podcast Description)

 

My jaw dropped multiple times while visiting with Robert Jago (Kwantlen First Nation & Nooksack) & Angel Ellis (Muscogee (Creek) Nation), the hosts of the hot new podcast, Pretendians. In this episode you’ll especially learn about "Grand Chief" Guillaume Carle, “a French Canadian who made a small fortune creating his own fake First Nation and issuing phony Indian Status Cards to thousands of other identity thieves.”

Pretendians are individuals who are non-Native, but pose as Native in order to gain attention and often times, money and fame. Enjoy this 2-part cringy ride as Robert and Angel expose some of the most notorious pretendians. And they’ll also share their own stories and that of their ancestors too!

 

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S7, E1, Pt1: Pretendians with Robert Jago (Kwantlen First Nation & Nooksack) & Angel Ellis (Muscogee (Creek) Nation)

“What do some of the most prominent and successful Indigenous artists, leaders and professors have in common? They aren’t Indigenous. There are hundreds of cases of Indigenous identity fraud that we know about, and likely thousands that we do not. So why do these so-called “pretendians” do it? How do they pull it off? And what happens when they are exposed?” (From the Pretendians Podcast Description)

 

My jaw dropped multiple times while visiting with Robert Jago (Kwantlen First Nation & Nooksack) & Angel Ellis (Muscogee (Creek) Nation), the hosts of the hot new podcast, Pretendians. In this episode you’ll especially learn about "Grand Chief" Guillaume Carle, “a French Canadian who made a small fortune creating his own fake First Nation and issuing phony Indian Status Cards to thousands of other identity thieves.”

Pretendians are individuals who are non-Native, but pose as Native in order to gain attention and often times, money and fame. Enjoy this 2-part cringy ride as Robert and Angel expose some of the most notorious pretendians. And they’ll also share their own stories and that of their ancestors too!

 

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S7, E2 Pt2: “So God Made a Farmer”, Lloyd Aiken, Chickasaw Part 2

Welcome to Native ChocTalk’s Season 7! In this 2-part series, I’d like to kick off the season by paying tribute to those who are the life blood of our country - farmers. And in this case, a Chickasaw one.

Farmers play an indispensable role in this great country, providing the necessary elements of our sustenance and wellbeing. Their work begins long before the sun rises and often extends well after it sets, driven by a profound connection to the land.

One example of such a farmer is my Chickasaw uncle, Lloyd Aiken who’s notorious for holding a cowboy hat on his head and balancing a toothpick between his teeth, while recalling the best stories from his life’s memory bank.

I recently took a quick drive from my home in Chickasha to Uncle Lloyd’s cattle farm and home in Washington, Oklahoma – this is Chickasaw country. I wanted to learn more about his life, farming, tending to his ancestral land allotments and service to our country. And I learned so much more than I expected.

I hope you’ll enjoy the stories of my Uncle Lloyd as much as I’ve always loved sitting and listening to them. And if you get a chance, thank a farmer for all they do!

 

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S7 E1 Pt1: "So God Made a Farmer", Lloyd Aiken, Chickasaw Part 1

Welcome to Native ChocTalk’s Season 7! In this 2-part series, I’d like to start to kick off the season by paying tribute to those who are the life blood of our country - farmers. And in this case, a Chickasaw one.

Farmers play an indispensable role in this great country, providing the necessary elements of our sustenance and wellbeing. Their work begins long before the sun rises and often extends well after it sets, driven by a profound connection to the land.

One example of such a farmer is my Chickasaw uncle, Lloyd Aiken who’s notorious for holding a cowboy hat on his head and balancing a toothpick between his teeth, while recalling the best stories from his life’s memory bank.

I recently took a quick drive from my home in Chickasha to Uncle Lloyd’s cattle farm and home in Washington, Oklahoma – this is Chickasaw country. I wanted to learn more about his life, farming, tending to his ancestral land allotments and service to our country. And I learned so much more than I expected.

I hope you’ll enjoy the stories of my Uncle Lloyd as much as I’ve always loved sitting and listening to them. And if you get a chance, thank a farmer for all they do!

 

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S6, E9, Part 2, The Preservation of 100 Stories: Native ChocTalk’s 100th Episode!

Part 2 of 2

In the heart of our journey, where tales of the past and tradition intertwine with preservation, we stand on the cusp of a milestone today—a celebration of 100 stories of those who came before us here on Native ChocTalk, A Podcast by Natives for All.

Welcome, dear listeners, to a momentous occasion—a testament to the power of storytelling, to the resilience of culture, and to the unwavering spirit of our Native American people. Today, we embark on a journey of reflection and gratitude, as we celebrate our history.

I hope you’ll enjoy this 2-part celebration of Native ChocTalk’s 100^th Episode!

In parts 1 and 2, my husband Nic and our doggo, Taloa, join me in walking through clips of episodes from seasons 1 through 5. You'll also discover some behind-the-scenes fun facts and get to know more about my own little family too!

 

If you’d like to join us in the celebration, feel free to shop my “Celebration Yvnvsh” t-shirts on Café Press here (a portion of proceeds goes toward Native causes): https://www.cafepress.com/nativechoctalkshop/17448261

 

I’d like to sincerely thank all of you listeners for joining me throughout this journey of Native American storytelling – I can’t thank you enough for your support.

 

Yakoke, my friends!

 

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S6, E9, Pt1, The Preservation of 100 Stories: Native ChocTalk’s 100th Episode!

Part 1 of 2

In the heart of our journey, where tales of the past and tradition intertwine with preservation, we stand on the cusp of a milestone today—a celebration of 100 stories of those who came before us here on Native ChocTalk, A Podcast by Natives for All.

Welcome, dear listeners, to a momentous occasion—a testament to the power of storytelling, to the resilience of culture, and to the unwavering spirit of our Native American people. Today, we embark on a journey of reflection and gratitude, as we celebrate our history.

I hope you’ll enjoy this 2-part celebration of Native ChocTalk’s 100^th Episode!

In parts 1 and 2, my husband Nic and our doggo, Taloa, join me in walking through clips of episodes from seasons 1 through 5. You'll also discover some behind-the-scenes fun facts and get to know more about my own little family too!

 

If you’d like to join us in the celebration, feel free to shop my “Celebration Yvnvsh” t-shirts on Café Press here (a portion of proceeds goes toward Native causes): https://www.cafepress.com/nativechoctalkshop/17448261

 

I’d like to sincerely thank all of you listeners for joining me throughout this journey of Native American storytelling – I can’t thank you enough for your support.

 

Yakoke, my friends!

 

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Season 6, Episode 8: God in the Song of the Whippoorwills: Blas Preciado, Kiowa

Silent and somber, the two boys stood before the doorstep, memories flooding their minds like a rushing river. They recalled the gentle cadence of their mother's voice as she paused to listen to the whippoorwills' melodies in the trees. Each note seemed to echo the warmth of her presence, now painfully absent.

 

Their thoughts drifted to the countless afternoons spent playing in the sweltering heat, only to be welcomed inside by their mother's loving embrace and a cool glass of lemonade. The memory of her unwavering care lingered in the air, a poignant reminder of all they had lost.

 

And then there were her nightly prayers, whispered in the sacred tongue of the Kiowa, the absence of her soothing words now leaving an ache in their souls, a void impossible to fill.

 

Join me, as Blas Preciado, a Kiowa Veteran shares the oral history of his ancestors, as well as his heartbreaking, yet inspiring story.

 

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• Those who came before us, like Viejo, Red Thunder and Grass Carrier
• The history and the language of the Kiowa
• The Massacre of Cutthroat Gap
• KCA: The history of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache coming together
• The “Indian Beverly Hillbillies”
• Blas and his brother living alone in their home after the death of their mother
• Facing trauma head-on with support, therapy and faith in God

 

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S6, E7, Pt2 Barry Friedman on The Pendleton Blanket and the Stories and History Woven Within, Part 2

His name is Barry Friedman and he’s been collecting supplying 100-year-old Pendletons since 1969. In fact, he was the supplier of 60 period Pendleton for the movie, “Killers of the Flower Moon”.

 

Although Barry isn’t a Pendleton employee, he is the vintage blanket consultant to Pendleton Woolen Mills, and Ralph Lauren himself has been a customer of Barry’s for over 30 years. He also sells museum quality blankets to private collectors and has been instrumental in helping to form the most important collections in the world.

 

In addition to being an appraiser, consultant and seller of these Pendleton blankets, he’s also the author of “Chasing Rainbows: Collecting American Indian Trade & Camp Blankets” and its sequel, “Still Chasing Rainbows”.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• The history of the Pendleton blanket
• The case of the cursed Pendleton blanket
• The surprising history of the patterns on the blankets
• What happened to the blankets after Killers of the Flower Moon
• Round-corner Pendleton blankets (hint: if you have one, keep it!)
• Barry’s former career as a comedy writer in Hollywood, and as a Columnist and radio personality

 

Note: I encourage those of you who aren’t quite fans of Pendleton because it’s not a Native-owned company, to listen to this episode…I think you’ll still find it interesting.

 

I’d also like to share the beautiful work of Native-owned Eight Generation – check them out here: https://eighthgeneration.com/

 

Barry’s collection is the largest in the world and can be viewed in Phoenix, Arizona by appointment. Call, text (480)-309-4697 or e-mail at blanketboy@cox.net to make arrangements.

 

Website: www.barryfriedmanblankets.com

 

Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barryfriedmanindianblankets/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarryFriedmanIndianBlankets

 

 

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