Hoporenkv Native American Podcast

Podcast Release: Strength in Unity: Tribal Economic & Clean Energy Leadership with USET Special Guest: Rebecca Naragon, MPA, CEcD (Poarch Band of Creek Indians) Economic Development Director United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. (USET) Release Date: April 22, 2026 Time: 12:00 pm EST Episode Description: In this episode of the Hoporenkv Native American Podcast, we are joined by Rebecca Naragon, the...

Release Date: 02.25.2026 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “The Blueprint for Success: Strategies for High-Performing Tribal Housing” Special Guest: Patricia Ward (Quinault Indian Nation) Consultant Q'wati Consulting Episode Description: In this episode of the Hoporenkv Native American Podcast, hosts Georgette Smith (Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma / Choctaw) and Brooke Warrington sit down with Patricia...

Release Date: 09.10.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “The Florida Indian Youth Program” Special Guest: Thelma McDermott (Muskogee Nation of Oklahoma) Employment & Training Intake Coordinator Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs, Inc. Episode Description: On this episode of the Hoporenkv Native American Podcast, we're joined by Thelma McDermott to discuss the vital role of the Florid...

Release Date: 08.27.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Strengthening Housing Programs Through Diverse Funding” Special Guests: Moriah McGill Deputy Director Northern Circle Indian Housing Authority Joseph B. Diehl, JD, CPA, FMCHC Managing Director Diehl & Co. LLC Episode Description: Navigating the complex world of Tribal Housing and Tribal Economic Development is a challenge, but our guests...

Release Date: 08.13.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Breaking Ground for Urban Indian Housing” Special Guest: Shelly J. Tucciarelli, MBA (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) Executive Director of Visionary Ventures NFP Corporation CEO & Founder of Turtle Clan Development Services Episode Description: Join us on the Hoporenkv Native American Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Shelly J. Tucc...

Release Date: 07.30.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Low Income Tax Credits in the Budget Reconciliation Act” Special Guests: Phil Glynn President Travois Adam Rose Director of Partnerships and Growth Travois Episode Description: Join us for a vital discussion on how recent legislative changes to Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) can transform housin...

Release Date: 05.14.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “An Important Announcement for Indian Country from HUD Secretary Scott Turner” Special Guest: Scott Turner United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Episode Description: Today's episode brings you exciting news directly from our very special guest, Scott Turner, the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (...

Release Date: 04.16.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of Stress Awareness Month- Thriving Under Pressure: Holistic Health Tips for Tribal Professionals" Special Guest: Dr. Joseph Buckley, D.C., B.S. Doctor of Chiropractic Certified back safety and stress-free sitting specialist Pines West Chiropractic Episode Description: Feeling the pressure? This Stress Awareness Month, empower y...

Release Date: 04.16.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Reel Reflections” Special Guest: Everett Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Film Liaison Cultural Ambassador Florida Seminole Tourism Seminole Tribe of Florida Episode Description: Tune in as Everett Osceola, Seminole Tribe of Florida Member who is Film Liaison and Cultural Ambassador for the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Tourism Departme...

Release Date: 01.22.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: Building a Greener Future: A Conversation with Suffolk Construction on Sustainability Special Guests: Steven Burke, LEED and WELL Faculty, CPHC Senior Director of Sustainability Suffolk Design Suffolk Construction Mike Swenson, CCP, CEM, LEED AP BD+C Director of Sustainability Suffolk Design Suffolk Construction Episode Description: We si...

Release Date: 01.08.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Getting Excited for Native Reel Cinema Fest at Seminole Tribal Fair & Powwow” Special Guest: Everett Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Cultural Ambassador Film Liaison Florida Seminole Tourism Seminole Tribe of Florida Episode Description: This week, join us as we sit down with Everett Osceola, Seminole Tribe of Florida Member who is t...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast Release: “In Observance of International Day of Banks- Banking on the Future: A Conversation with Native American Bank” Special Guest: Veronica Lane (Navajo) Vice President, Interim Chief Lending Officer Native American Bank Release Date: December 04, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm EST Episode Description: This week, in observance of the International Day of Banks, we sit do...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast Release: Jacob’s Well: A Project Getting Clean Water out to Remote Areas of Indian Country Guests: Drew Halter President & Project Manager Jacob’s Well Water Services, LLC. Chris Halter Executive Director St. Bonaventure Indian Mission & School Release Date: October 9, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm EST Episode Description: This week, we sat down with two brothers carrying o...

Release Date: 09.25.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of National Life Insurance Month: Financial Literacy for a Brighter Future” Special Guest: Chantay Moore, MBA (Navajo / African American) Certified Financial Educator Episode Description: This month is National Literacy Month, and we're turning our attention to financial literacy, a crucial skill for everyone. Joining us is Chan...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of National Life Insurance Month: Planting Seeds of Prosperity” Special Guest: Chantay Moore, MBA (Navajo / African American) Certified Financial Educator Episode Description: This month is National Life Insurance Month, and we're diving deep into the world of financial planning and protection for Native American communities. Joining us is Chantay Moore...

Release Date: 08.14.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “A Celebration of Native American Voices in Film” Special Guest: Everett Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Film Liaison Florida Seminole Tourism Seminole Tribe of Florida Episode Description: We sit down with Everett Osceola, Seminole Tribe of Florida Member who is the Film Liaison for the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Tourism Department....

Release Date: 07.31.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “A Preview of STTARS” Special Guest: Caroline LaPorte (Immediate Descendant of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians) Director STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center Episode Description: In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of Indigenous homelessness with a special guest, Caroline...

Release Date: 07.17.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “From the Rez to the Rec Center: A Passionate Seminole Fitness Specialist Shares Her Story” Special Guest: Courtney Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Recreation Fitness Specialist Seminole Tribe of Florida Recreation Episode Description: This week, we sit down with Courtney Osceola, Seminole Tribe of Florida Member and Recreation Fitnes...

Release Date: 07.03.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Meet Native American Bank: Creating Economic Independence, Development, and Sustainability” Special Guest: Veronica Lane (Navajo) Vice President, Marketing Director Native American Bank, N.A Episode Description: Join us as we sit down with Veronica Lane, Member of the Navajo Nation and Vice President and Marketing Director of Native Amer...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day: Seminole Adults on Climate Change” Special Guests: Krystle Bowers (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Wilson Bowers (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Courtney Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Episode Description: This episode features a powerful conversation between three adult members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Our guest...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “Get Your Hands Dirty: Dig into Gardening for National Gardening Week” Special Guest: Krystle Bowers (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Climate Resiliency Policy Coordinator Environmental Protection Office Seminole Tribe of Florida Episode Description: Join us as we celebrate National Gardening Week with a Native American perspective! We'll show you how to cultivate a t...

Release Date: 05.29.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: In honor of National Small Business Month- “Made By Justine O: A Seminole Woman's Small Business Journey” Special Guest: Justine Osceola (Seminole Tribe of Florida) Owner: Made By Justine O Episode Description: This week on the Hoporenkv Native American Podcast, we're thrilled to chat with Justine Osceola, a powerhouse entrepreneur and pr...

Release Date: 05.22.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: In honor of National Small Business Month- “She Breaks Barriers: Indigenous Women in the Business of Tech, Defense, and Logistics” Special Guests: Louisa Brown, CEO (Enrolled member of the Comanche Nation) Natuv, Inc. Board Chair of Directors Natuv Way Foundation Sonya Nevaquaya (Comanche/Choctaw/Chickasaw) Tribal Liaison Representative N...

Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month- “Healing Our Circles: Mental Health First Aid for Indigenous Youth” Special Guest: Cortney Yarholar, LMSW (Mvskoke Creek, Sac & Fox, Otoe, Pawnee) CEO of Evergreen Training & Development, LLC Episode Description: Our ancestors spoke of balance and connection to the spirit world for overall well-being. But today's youth f...

Release Date: 04.25.2024 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of International Financial Independence Awareness Day: Building a Strong Financial Future for Your Family and Tribal Community” Special Guest: Chantay Moore, MBA (Navajo / African American) Director Native American Financial Literacy Services Investment Advisor Representative Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. This episode, w...