Many Different Birds

Episode 18: Misdiagnosis with Samaria Nancy Cardinal In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Samaria Nancy Cardinal to explore the many ways she supports healing and transformation through her work. She opens up about her personal journey, navigating the challenges of being misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder, and the powerful process of breaking free from labels that did not define who sh...

Episode 16: Stories in Stone with Ben Kucher In this episode, we sit down with Ben Kucher, a Métis/Cree anthropologist, poet, and advocate whose work centers on Indigenous sovereignty, historical memory, and decolonisation. We explore archaeology from an Indigenous perspective, highlighting the importance of community collaboration and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities. Ben discuss...

Beyond Indigenization: Métis Strength and Generational Change In this episode, we speak with Sharon Goulet, a Red River Métis woman and long-time advocate for Indigenous communities in Calgary. Sharon shares her powerful journey of reconnecting with her Métis identity and passing that connection on to her daughter — a recurring and deeply moving theme throughout the conversation. We explore how ci...

Episode 14: Dr. Allison Kelliher: Bridging Medicine, Culture, and Healing We’re honored to welcome our first international podcast guest, Dr. Allison Kelliher—a Koyukon Athabascan physician, traditional healer, and advocate for Indigenous health on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border. In this rich conversation, Dr. Kelliher shares her personal journey from growing up in Alaska to practicing medic...

Episode 13: Courtney Clark: Healthy Homes Model & Plant-based Medicine In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Clark to discuss the complexities of addiction medicine and its impact on individuals and communities. Courtney shares her journey into the field, highlighting the challenges and rewards of addressing addiction through a compassionate, holistic lens. We explore the role of community su...

Episode 12: Dr. Cheryl Barnabe’s Journey in Rheumatology Join us for an insightful conversation with a Métis rheumatologist as we explore the intersection of heritage, medicine, and identity. In this episode, we unpack what rheumatology is and discuss how Indigenous identity shapes the experience of becoming a doctor. Our guest reflects on navigating medical school alongside an Indigenous student...

Episode 11: Reconnection Journey with Bridgette Elliot Join us for a compelling exploration of holistic and Western medicine with Bridgette Elliot. Drawing from her Métis heritage and guided by her grandmother's wisdom, Bridgette's journey offers profound insights into cultural connection and self-advocacy in healthcare. From her rural upbringing in Toefield, Alberta, to navigating systemic barrie...

Episode 10: Oceanwise Reflections with Nidhi Kotikalapudi Welcome to a special episode of Oceanwise Reflections, an episode with the founder of this podcast. In this episode, we embark on a unique journey, focusing on a range of compelling topics that highlight the intersection of ocean conservation, Indigenous wisdom, and conscious living practices. Join us as we delve into the immersive experien...

Episode 9: Embracing Diversity - Indigenous Voices and Strategies with Gerald Ratt and Norma Jeremick'ca Gresl In this podcast episode, the focus is on dispelling the misconception that all Indigenous peoples are homogenous and highlighting the importance of recognizing their diversity. It delves into the work of the Office of Indigenous Engagement at the University of Calgary and its innovative i...

Episode 8: Operation Eyesight: Insights from Sidney Gill, Darcy Hipkiss In this episode, we explore how community-centered approaches within the human services sector are transforming access to eyecare for Indigenous peoples. Through sharing circles and blanket exercises, we witness the profound impact of ceremony and reconnection in overcoming barriers to services for BIPOC and Indigenous communi...

Episode 7: Dr. Peter Choate - Taking a social work perspective This podcast is an engaging conversation with Dr Peter Choate on the critical role of social work in society. We cover the following topics in this episode: child welfare, the definition of culture, critical race theory and much more. Despite our focus on the Indigenous communities in our podcast we strive to create intercultural conne...

Episode 6: Dr. Julie Drolet - How will future disasters impact vulnerable communities? Are we prepared as a community for future disasters? How about more vulnerable, marginalized communities? Hear more about the floods and the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in to listen to the disaster preparedness and risks expert - Dr. Julie Drolet.

Episode 5: A generalist lens to research practices with Dr. Rita Henderson Inequity vs inequalities in the healthcare system? Breaking down white systems through a generalist lens to research practices? If you are interested in learning more about how we can make our systems, practices and policies more inclusive for Indigenous communities, then tune it to this episode.

Episode 4 - An “energetic” approach to healthcare with Aubrey-Anne Laliberte-Pewapisconias How can we make our healthcare system energetically green? We were fortunate to host an episode with our first out-of-province speaker Aubrey-Anne Laliberte-Pewapisconias, a nêhiyâskwew (nehiha-skwayo) from Canoe Lake Cree First Nation and Little Pine First Nation. She is pursuing a Master of Sustainability...

Episode 3: Unravelling Health Data Sovereignty with Carolyn Horwood Indigenous health data sovereignty? In this episode, we dissect this topic with the expertise of Carolyn Horwood who has dedicated her thesis to this research topic. She is passionate about Indigenous health equity, International Indigenous film, and sexual violence prevention. She is an active campus community member, especially...

Episode 2: Trauma and Healing with Elder Kerrie Moore Where do the negative emotions underlying our behavior originate from? We invite you to embark on a journey with us to learn about trauma, wellness, and healing with Elder Kerrie Moore. She is a Cree/Metis elder, an integrative psychotherapist, educator, spiritual advisor, and a trauma therapist at the University of Calgary. Her involvement wit...

Episode 1: Ink to Manifestation - the journey Many different birds. How was this name conceived? What is the backstory behind the manifestation of this podcast? Who are we and why are we so passionate about exploring Indigenous approaches to healthcare? Watch this episode to learn more about the story and what to expect in upcoming future episodes.