NAC: June 25 – 29
Monday, July 2, 2018 – Native in the Spotlight: James Bilagody
Throughout James Bilagody’s (Diné) long career as a musician, he’s also found time to do some comedy, motivational speaking and acting. He voiced a Star Wars character in the Navajo language version of “Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.” When asked about why he does so many different things, he said, “that is a part of Hózhó. In Navajo, you experience. You go out there and you try everything.” He’s joining us as the July Native in the Spotlight.
Tuesday, July 3, 2018 – Attention to fire safety
Many of you have a closet full of fireworks at home right now waiting to celebrate the Fourth of July. There’s something about Black Cats, sparklers and Roman candles that satisfy people’s fascination with explosions and fire. But without proper precautions, celebration can quickly turn into a threat. High temperatures and dry weather also increase the chances that even the smallest sparks can get out of control quickly. It’s a good time of year to get reminders on basic fire safety for your home and your surroundings.
Wednesday, July 4, 2018 – Moose (encore)
We take a day to revisit our recent show about one of the largest land mammals in North America. Moose are important, spiritual animals to many tribes in the northern United States, Canada and Alaska. They weigh around 1,800 pounds and stand more than 6 feet at the shoulders. They are traditionally a main source of food for some Indigenous communities. As strong and powerful as they are, moose are not immune to the effects of environmental changes, overhunting, disease and parasites. Such factors have reduced moose herds to a point where some tribes, like Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and Boise Fort Band of Chippewa in Minnesota, have strict limits on moose hunting. This is an encore presentation to recognize the importance of moose and how we might help them thrive.
Thursday, July 5, 2018 – Indigenous artistic identity
President Trump, the Dakota Access Pipeline, and missing and murdered Indigenous women are among the high-profile topics that help frame authenticity, activism and appropriation in a new art project in Santa Fe. Organizers for Project Indigene say they’re fighting appropriation and cultural theft that threaten Indigenous art. The project weaves together several works—painting, sculpture, photography and performance—at eight separate art institutions. We’ll talk with the artists about how their work helps to strengthen awareness of Native identity.
Friday, July 6, 2018 – Chicken Scratch for the soul
Waila music, or chicken scratch, is a mix of norteño and polka dance music. It typically features a button accordion, electric guitar, and sometimes saxophones. It’s not entirely traditional but it has deep roots in the Tohono O’odham Nation. It also hearkens back to early European fiddle bands. Tucson, Ariz. hosts a waila music festival every year. We learn about the history and characteristics of waila music and listen to some of the classics.
Jimmy “Taboo” Gomez on music, Native philanthropy and Mni Wiconi
NAC: June 25 – 29
Monday, June 25, 2018 – Native in the Spotlight: Jimmy “Taboo” Gomez
Best known as a member of the multi-million record selling group The Black Eyed Peas, Jimmy “Taboo” Gomez is using his talents and passion to uplift Native people in different ways. He caught the eye of many in 2016 when he used his fame and musical platform to bring awareness to the Mni Wiconi movement with his song and video “Stand Up/Stand N Rock #NoDAPL.” That same year this Shoshone/Hopi/Mexican artist’s awareness song hit the Internet he also became a Nike N7 Ambassador to help promote healthy Native lifestyles. Most recently he has partnered with Native Americans in Philanthropy to express his desire to bring more light to the social issues facing Native Americans. We take a moment to visit with this multi-talented artist and humanitarian.
Tuesday, June 26, 2018 –Book of the Month: “How A Mountain Was Made” by Greg Sarris
We visit with award winning author and chairman of the Graton Rancharia, Greg Sarris. His book “How A Mountain Was Made,” is a potpourri of stories tied to creation tales of the Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo nations. His fictional characters take readers on an exploration of things like relationship to the land and each other.
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 – Live from the Women are Sacred Conference—VAWA five years later
Special domestic violence criminal jurisdiction programs allow some tribes to prosecute non-Natives for some crimes. In a special live broadcast from the Women Are Sacred conference in Albuquerque, we’ll look at the success of the programs five years after the Violence Against Women’s Act reauthorization. VAWA is up for reauthorization again this year. We’ll also get an overview of the landmark legislation that provides additional protections for Native women.
Thursday, June 28, 2018 – The power of Native skirts
Native women’s skirts come in dozens of colors and designs that reflect both personal style and cultural identity. Each is sewn with a rich history. Ribbon skirts came about after French traders brought the ribbons to Midwest tribes. Camp skirts and dresses, mostly seen in Apache tribes, have some Mexican influence. Purépecha women in Mexico wear a combination of skirts and traditional aprons. We’ll talk about the traditional meaning and power exemplified by these beautiful women’s garments.
Friday, June 29, 2018 – June in the News
A video purports to show a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle striking a Tohono O’odham man and driving off. Tribes and tribal organizations worry about U.S. accountability after the Trump Administration pulls out of the U.N. Human Rights Council. And the Cherokee Nation questions how a nurse could repeatedly infect hospital patients with a dirty injection needle. We’ll check in with journalists, newsmakers and others about the important issues of the day on our regular news round-up.
Help for Indigenous migrants
NAC: June 18 – 22
Monday, June 18, 2018 – Parent Pride
When Pauline Butler’s son came out as gay, it wasn’t really a shock. “He was apologizing and I told him he didn’t have to,” she said. Butler is among the parents with a supportive and accepting reaction to what is often a painful discussion for LGBTQ and Two Spirit children. But that’s not always the case.
Tuesday, June 19, 2018 – Help for Indigenous migrants
Many of those attempting to cross into the U.S. illegally are Indigenous people fleeing persecution or unbearable conditions in their home countries. They are vulnerable to criminal activity, weather extremes, illness or injury and they now face the increased possibility of separation from their children if caught. Some groups work specifically to help and work on behalf of documented and undocumented Indigenous migrants who face numerous challenges working a complex legal and bureaucratic system.
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 –Fostering better futures
It’s a big decision to welcome a child into your home knowing it may be temporary. But it is a decision hundreds of foster parents take on every year. The need for Native foster parents in some states is great. Native children are disproportionately represented in the foster care system according to a report by the National Indian Child Welfare Association. We’ll talk with foster parents and child welfare experts about the challenges and rewards of being a foster parent.
Thursday, June 21, 2018 – Summer safety
Summer is the time to get outdoors. But that also brings safety risks unique to this time of year. From extreme heat to wildfires to hiking injuries, there are a number of seasonal hazards that are worth thinking about ahead of time. For the Summer Solstice we will compile of list of safety tips specifically for the warmest months. We’ll also work to answer your questions to help you stay healthy and safe.
Friday, June 22, 2018 – Music Maker: Sage Bond
Diné and San Carlos Apache singer songwriter Sage Bond has played music since she was 9 years old. She’s learned a lot of lessons since then to hone in on her craft. Now, her second musical project “Prisoner” features nine tracks that are the fruit of those labors. Each song explores what it means to give yourself to the music to find healing and balance.
The ongoing legal fight by Dakota Access Pipeline demonstrators
NAC: June 11 – 15
Monday, June 11, 2018 – The case against Standing Rock pipeline protesters
Prosecutors brought 835 cases related to the Dakota Access Pipeline protests in North Dakota. Almost 40 percent of those were dismissed, according to the Water Protector Legal Collective. Since the end of the demonstrations more than a year ago there have been a handful of acquittals. About a fifth of those charged are still awaiting trial. We’ll get an update on the remaining legal cases and hear about how some of the individual cases turned out.
Tuesday, June 12, 2018 – Through the Generations: Continuing subsistence
Every year the Navajo Nation Department of Fish and Wildlife hosts an Annual Youth Hunt for Navajo youth who have never hunted before. It’s a program that pairs youth and elders together to promote the cultural and practical skill of hunting. In Utah, Native youth who attend Camp Yevingkarere are also partnered with tribal elders to learn about the cultural significance of the land by touring Zion National Park. There are many programs like these across Native America because it’s important for tribes to give opportunities to Native youth to learn about the importance of the land, hunting and subsistence.
Wednesday, June 13, 2018 – Reorganizing Interior
The entire Department of Interior is currently going through a reorganization ordered by the president to create efficiency and cut waste. The proposal would increase the number of Bureau of Indian Affairs regions from 11 to 13 based on watersheds and ecosystems. Chairperson Aaron Payment (Sault Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians) calls the reasons justifying the administration’s reorganization is like “lipstick on a pig”. Some tribes, like the Navajo Nation, are already voicing opposition to the plan. But others welcome what they see as an opportunity.
Thursday, June 14, 2018 – Political rhetoric takes a turn
South Dakota Senator Neal Tapio recently called for abolishing reservations. He told the Sioux Falls Argus Leader “We need to renegotiate the treaties that are holding down a once very proud people.” President Trump said “we tamed a continent” in a recent commencement speech at the Naval Academy. And Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke suggested sending kids in the foster care system on the Fort Peck reservation to a boarding school in Oklahoma. Comments like this from politicians are nothing new, but they often spark concern from people on the receiving end. We’ll break down the context and intent of each of the latest political messages.
Friday, June 15, 2018 – Auto Maintenance
Do you know what to do Auto maintenance is an important skill especially if you’re living in a rural area. Learn about doing basic DIY mechanic work, the training it takes to be a car mechanic, and the gender gap inequity that can occur when getting your car fixed. Call-in on the next Native America Calling and share your auto stories and tips.
When not to call police
NAC: June 4 – 8
Monday, June 4, 2018 – The future for tribal sports betting
Gaming tribes are cautiously optimistic a new U.S. Supreme Court ruling will provide a new source of revenue. The High Court ruled the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 is unconstitutional. That opens up the possibility of expanded sports betting. But will states forge ahead with new sports betting operations without honoring existing agreements with tribes? We’ll talk through the legal decision and the possible ramifications.
Tuesday, June 5, 2018 – Moose
Moose are important, spiritual animals to many tribes in the northern United States, Canada and Alaska. They are large and impressive animals that weight around 1,800 pounds and stand more than 6 feet at the shoulders. They are traditionally a main source of food for some Indigenous communities. As strong and powerful as they are, moose are not immune to the effects of environmental changes, overhunting, disease and parasites. We’re acknowledging the role moose play in some tribal nations and learning more about some strategies for their continued survival.
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 – Finding a job when you have blemishes in your past
A past felony conviction played a big part in Renae Gray’s job search. It took 15 months of looking to finally get hired. Her strategy was to be upfront about her criminal past during interviews because she knew employers would find out anyway. Over and over, she watched as the expression and demeanor of her interviewers changed when she came clean. They stopped smiling, stopped taking notes. Applying for a job is already a daunting task. It’s that much harder for people with criminal records or a spotty work history.
Thursday, June 7, 2018 – When not to call police
Videos from cell phones and police body cams are helping heighten awareness of the seemingly racially-tinged motivations of people who call police on people of color. Recent incidents include African Americans barbecuing in a public park, waiting for friends at Starbucks, golfing too slow, and even entering their own apartments, and Native Americans attending a college campus tour. In February, police escorted Robert Robedeaux (Pawnee, Ponca, Otoe) out of a Hibbett Sports store in Oklahoma after the manager reported “a suspicious person” trying on clothes. The conversation highlights the questions people might ask themselves before calling police.
Friday, June 8, 2018 – Memes
Those satirical pictures and GIFs known as memes bombard us on social media. Some incorporate well known images like Grumpy Cat, the Most Interesting Man in the World, and Kermit the Frog. Others, like ‘Skoden” are geared specifically at a Native audience. Usually, memes have a brief life on the internet, but allow us to smirk or even belly laugh about current events. Powwows, moccasins, fry bread, IHS, the BIA—nothing is off limits with Native memes. We’ll talk about some of the more popular memes and discuss what makes them go viral.
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