Journeys: Transforming Indigenous Education

In this episode, we hear from Prof. Graham Hingangaroa Smith about his journey, from growing up in a small town to conducting groundbreaking research on Kaupapa Māori —a transforming, Indigenous philosophical approach that centres on Māori ways of knowing, being, and doing as normal and valid, while simultaneously challenging the impacts of colonization. Listeners will learn the concept of " trans...

In Episode 5, Kiera Brant-Birioukov reflects on teaching as a calling, her dream of returning to the rez to teach, and the journey that led her through academia and tenure-track life. As she shares how listening to her body guided her toward a different path, Kiera also highlights the importance of community, reminding us that while each path is our own, we never walk it alone.

In Part 2, Ixchel Bennett reflects on her ongoing doctoral work, educational leadership journey, and experiences moving from an urban to a rural community. She discusses the importance of relationships with Elders and community members in guiding her work and shares insights into transforming Indigenous education from within.

In this episode—part 1 of a 2-part conversation— Journeys host Ryan Neepin is joined by Ixchel Bennett to discuss her journey with and through Indigenous education. In this first part, Ixchel shares her early journey: her student experience, the beginnings of her career, and the relationships and teachings that shaped her pathway and purpose. Listen along to learn what Ixchel describes as "living...

In this episode, we learn from global perspectives on teacher education, the possibilities and challenges of bridging local contexts with global citizenship within Indigenous and intercultural education, and the power of transnational collaboration. Guest host Zayd Waghid (South Africa) invites sharing across continents from colleagues Angelina Weenie (Cree - Canada), Esther Kiaritha (Kenya), Patr...

From growing up in Kahnawake, to moving to Manitoba for sport, to teaching and entering academia, in this episode, Frank Deer joins host Ryan Neepin for a conversation on his journey and insights into transforming Indigenous education. -- Dr. Frank Deer is a professor in the Faculty of Education of the University of Manitoba. Frank is Kanienkeha’ka from Kahnawake, a community that lies just south...

Welcome to Journeys: Transforming Indigenous Education! In this episode, your host Ryan Neepin shares what you can expect in this first season. Miigwech - Hai hai - Nia:wen - Thank you for listening!