When the Frogs Sleep

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a service is built to reclaim a relationship instead of enforce one? In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , Winter Dawn and Kieran sit down with Treaty #3 Chief of Police Cheryl Gervais, the first Indigenous woman to lead the Treaty Three Police Service, and Communications Specialist Donna Anderson, for an honest conversation about what policing looks like whe...

Send us Fan Mail Join Winter Dawn and Kieran for the 30th episode of When the Frogs Sleep!  This week they're joined by Eli Kroeker (He/Him), originally from Winnipeg, MB but now on the East Coast while studying to become a nurse. They dive into the complexities of self-identity, community, and the journey towards authenticity.  We get into Eli's life now: chosen family and community, th...

Send us Fan Mail Over the last few weeks, Winter Dawn and Kieran revisit past stories and adventures through the light of new experiences, and reflect on the importance of timing and unexpected outcomes. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , Winter Dawn and Kieran talk about that in-between time where winter isn’t fully gone but spring keeps trying to show up. From surprise snowfall to the first warm day that gets everyone outside, they talk about getting ready for a new season. 

Send us Fan Mail In tonight's episode, When the Frogs Sleep unpacks the balance and tension between who we are versus the versions other people expect to see. Labels are meant to help people identify things, but what happens when the labels don't fit? Or when people decide a label for you? This episode reflects on moments that impacted identity and expression along with the expectations...

Send us Fan Mail Kieran is joined once again by his sibling, Echo Davis (They/Them), to reflect on their experiences travelling while navigating identity. They discuss the realities of being part of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community in countries where acceptance is limited, the assumptions people make about where you are from, and what those moments reveal about belonging. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , we talk about the relationships that shaped us, from family to friendships and everything in between. We reflect on the examples of healthy connection we were given and the mistakes we had to learn from ourselves. We share what it has looked like to let people go, repair when possible, and take responsibility for our own growth.

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3.4 of When the Frogs Sleep , Winter Dawn and Kieran celebrate the podcast’s three-year anniversary by reflecting on what it has meant to build a creative project together. They speak honestly about the challenges of working closely within a personal relationship and the importance of creating and enforcing boundaries to protect both the work and each other. The episode...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Winter Dawn and Kieran are joined by Ashley Dawn Bach (She/They) in a conversation about the ways our lived experience shapes our advocacy and work. Ashley Dawn shares her experience within the child welfare system, and the emotional labour of advocating within systems that have caused harm, while pursuing reconnection to culture and community.  Rather...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , Winter Dawn and Kieran sit down with Chief Chris Skead of Wauzhushk Onigum Nation for a conversation rooted in story, history, and lived experience. Chief Skead reflects on growing up in community, the teachings he received from his grandparents, and how those early lessons continue to shape his approach to leadership today. Together, they...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, co-host Winter Dawn is joined by City of Kenora Councillor Lindsay Koch (she/her) for a conversation about relationships, community building, and the responsibility that comes from holding space in public life.  Together, they explore what it means to lead through relationships and trust, and how listening to stories and lived experiences is essential...

Send us Fan Mail In the 20th episode of When the Frogs Sleep, Winter Dawn and Kieran come together for a discussion about the realities of adulthood. They reflect on new responsibilities, changing expectations, and the process of understanding who we are as we grow. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , Winter Dawn and Kieran reflect on the teachings that shape how we live, listen, and move through the world. Some lessons are shared through stories, some through laughter, and others through the act of watching those who came before us. Together, they explore how these teachings find us, sometimes early and sometimes years later, and how t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Winter Dawn sits down with Anishinaabe percussionist and composer Anang Binesi from Manidoo Bawitigong, Treaty #3. Growing up between powwows and piano lessons, Anang Binesi has always moved between two musical worlds. Now, as a student and emerging artist, he’s exploring how to bridge Anishinaabe worldviews with Western classical traditions. Together, they talk a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , we talk about Gwiingwiishi — the whiskey jack, and the lessons it carries about humility, connection, and coming home to ceremony. Through conversations on feasting, cultural renewal, and being Two-Spirit, we explore what it means to listen when teachings arrive in unexpected ways. We close with a bedtime story inspired by Niigaan Sinclair...

Send us Fan Mail Winter Dawn and Kieran explore what it means to move through change with honesty and care. They share stories of uncertainty, resilience, and rest, reflecting on how slowing down can be its own form of strength. Both unpack what accountability looks like during transition, how to decide what’s worth holding onto versus letting go, and the role of community and teachings in finding...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of When the Frogs Sleep , Kieran Davis is joined by special guest Sarah Whorpole (She/They) for a heartfelt conversation about friendship, identity, and advocacy. Together, they explore the ways gender and community intersect in our lives, and how finding belonging can be both challenging and transformative. Sarah shares stories of how friendship has shaped their j...

Send us Fan Mail As the first guest of the new season, Kieran sits down with his sibling, Echo Davis (They/Them), for a conversation about growing up together, navigating identity, and the ways family can shape — and support — who we become. Echo shares the moments that defined their journey, from experiences and moments that gave them the confidence to live authentically.  The conversation doesn’...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Winter Dawn and Kieran explore the significance of names and how names are not just identifiers, but how we’re connected to our ancestors. Through their reflection, they share their own naming journeys and the differences in how their names honour their identities. Together, they share how their naming ceremonies have grounded them as 2SLBGTQ+ Anishinaabe people i...

Send us Fan Mail In the return of When the Frogs Sleep, Winter Dawn and Kieran rewind to May 2024 to unpack the weight of expectations — from the ones we set for ourselves to those others place upon us. They explore how appearances, pressure, and performance shape our choices, our self-image, and the way we move through the world. It’s a candid reflection on learning to create space for authentici...

Send us Fan Mail After a long year of life changes, new jobs, and adventures, co-hosts Winter Dawn Lipscombe and Kieran Davis return to hosting and storytelling on When the Frogs Sleep. Join the frogs as they reflect on their time away and the importance of self-care in a world that prioritizes the hustle and burnout culture. Please note this episode touches on mental health themes, we encourage y...

Send us Fan Mail Join co-hosts Winter Dawn Lipscombe & Kieran Davis for this week's episode of When the Frogs Sleep where they reflect on the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty #3, visiting Treaty #3, and the mystery of the missing Lac Seul Adhesion. In the spirit of National Indigenous Peoples Day, they highlight the importance of celebrating Indigenous culture and delve into wha...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode commemorating Pride Month, Kieran Davis and Winter Dawn Lipscombe take the opportunity to share their personal stories and reflections on gender and identity. They both recount their own journeys, navigating through self-discovery and expectations. Through stories, the co-hosts  open up about their experiences, highlighting the significance of community, ad...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, co-hosts Winter Dawn and Kieran reflect on their experience attending the Tournament of Hope gala and discuss the importance of role models and visibility for Indigenous youth. Throughout the episode,  Kieran and Winter Dawn highlight the leaders and role models that shaped their journeys and helped in reclaiming their own identities.  Tonight's bedtime story...

Send us Fan Mail As the snow and ice melts, the frogs croaking at night signals the change of the season. But with the beginning of spring here, so is the start of fire season. In this episode of "When the Frogs Sleep," co-hosts Winter Dawn and Kieran reflect on their favourite memories of spring growing up and Kieran's return to firefighting.  Indigenous communities have long held...