Michael Kickingbear

Native Opinion an American Indian Perspective

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Native Opinion is a unique Indigenous culture education Radio show & podcast from an American Indian perspective on current affairs. The Hosts of this show are Michael Kickingbear, an enrolled member of the Mashantucket Pequot tribal nation of Connecticut and David GreyOwl, of the Echoda Eastern Band of Cherokee nation of Alabama. Together they present Indigenous views on American history, politics, the environment, and culture. This show is open to all people, and its main focus is to provide education and insight about all things Native American. Sensitive subjects are explored such as Ameri...

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WHAT DID YOU THINK WAS GOING TO HAPPEN, A PIG ROAST? 16.07.2018 2:37:04

We discuss Trump's rant in Montana, and the news media speculating that taking a DNA test will prove someone is Native. We share why using DNA testing to determine one's "indigeneity" is basically worthless. Also, defining cultural etiquette, and the word "consent". How one Jingle Dress dancer let a white liberal have it on her blog when she disrespected her request not to be photographed. Plus na...

The Prolonged And Illegal Occupation Of Hawaii 08.07.2018 2:56:02

Hawaii is known for its beautiful scenic views, tourism, and Pearl Harbor. But its history also shows encroachment on Indigenous human & legal rights. On this Episode of our show, we welcome Political scientist and Hawaiian historian Dr. Keanu Sai Ph. D. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes, documentaries, and other...

They Are Indigenous Too 03.07.2018 2:50:35

In this episode, we deconstruct claims made by the "Walking Cheeto" (Donald Trump) stating that undocumented illegal immigrants have killed 63,000 American citizens since the attacks of September 11th in 2001. Plus our Native News Segment. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes, documentaries, and other speical content...

THE UNITED STATES OF, ANYBODY’S GUESS 24.06.2018 3:00:46

In this episode, we welcome Shonda Buchanan, a culture and literary arts ambassador and lecturer, Shonda has conducted workshops and presentations for the U.S. Government Accountability Organization, the U.S. Embassy of Kuala Lumpur/U.S. Department of State, the Athens Institute for Education and Research in Athens, Greece, the Association of Writers & Writing Programs, the Hampton Roads Writers C...

American Greed. Wash, Rinse, Repeat... 11.06.2018 2:40:05

Native Opinon Episode 129 American Greed. Wash, Rinse, Repeat… How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion _____________________________________________________________________________ WE HAVE A NEW VOICEMAIL NUMBER! Please hel...

PLEASE, DON’T CLOSE YOUR EYES. 03.06.2018 2:42:45

The interests and aggression of Oil and Gas companies to capitalize everything in their path is known all too well. Thier effect on Native American tribes and the First Nations of Canada vary. Some embrace the companies, seeing them as potential revenue sources for their impoverished communities. Others say they bring irreversible harm to the planet. In this episode, we look at why Canada intends...

NATIVE OPINION SPECIAL: Past Interviews 27.05.2018 2:56:17

Native Opinion Episode Past Interviews How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voicemail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versio...

Looking Back 20.05.2018 1:14:51

While the hosts take a much-needed Vacation, please enjoy this special “Look Back” At some moments from the past episodes of our show. We will be back on June 1st with the live show and new podcast content. Kutupitush! (Thank You!) for listening! In this special Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes, documentaries, an...

WHY IS THERE A DESIRE TO DESTROY OURSELVES? 15.05.2018 2:54:09

In this episode of Native Opinion, we focus on some First Nation news stories this week. Discussions include Kahnawake's controversial 'marry out, get out' policy, Canadian Senators delaying cannabis bill and Canadian banks eye Indigenous investment in pipeline expansion. Plus listener feedback. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions...

WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? 07.05.2018 3:00:33

Native Opinion Episode 126 WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voicemail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Listen LIVE every Friday night, 9pm Eastern Standard Time Through Our Website or via the...

THE LIGHT WILL GET BRIGHTER 30.04.2018 2:35:12

Native Opinon Episode 125 THE LIGHT WILL GET BRIGHTER How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voice mail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Listen LIVE every Friday night, 9pm Eastern Standard Time Through Our Website or via...

WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR…….THE RICH. 22.04.2018 2:58:52

In this episode of Native Opinion, we deconstruct the "Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act" and how Democrats failed to uphold Native American tribal Sovereignty rights. Why did Senate Democrats choose to put Labor Union money above our Indigenous rights? Also, we discuss The Inhuman Treatment and Injustice of Tribal Elder Vernon Traverse, who was physically assaulted by a male Rapid City Hospital nurse....

Just Thoughts 15.04.2018 2:47:27

Another Native Mascot problem in a Chicago Highschool, Swinomish holds a March on Drugs, How will Trumps Trade War affect Indian country? A high school teacher arrested after leaving a gun in the bathroom. Music by 1st nations Derek Miller. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes, documentaries, and other speical conten...

TRAUMA AND THE LACK OF HEALTHCARE. 10.04.2018 3:00:19

Native Opinon Episode 121 TRAUMA AND THE LACK OF HEALTHCARE. How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voice mail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Listen LIVE every Friday night, 9pm Eastern Standard Time Through Our Website...

WARNING, WARNING, WILL ROBINSON! THE EARTH NEEDS HELP! 02.04.2018 3:00:28

In this episode of the Native Opinion radio show & podcast, our discussion includes: a first nations teen tells the United Nations to "Warrior Up", The pope refuses to Apologize For Church's Role In Residential Schools, and why are so many conservatives Bashing teens for wanting safer schools? and more! Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video v...

MR. SERLING, IF YOU ONLY KNEW! 26.03.2018 3:03:28

Native Opinon Episode 120 “MR. SERLING, IF YOU ONLY KNEW.” How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voice mail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Listen LIVE every Friday night, 9pm Eastern Standard Time Through Our Website o...

“THE TIME TO PLAN IS NOT TOMORROW.” 18.03.2018 2:17:03

Should Senator Elizabeth Warren speak for American Indian families when trump calls her the “P” word? Understanding The Federal Budget and Why the hell does Trump wants a "Space Force”? Plus listener voicemail It's all in episode 119 of The Native Opinion Radio Show and Podcast. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes,...

WE ARE PART OF THE EARTH 11.03.2018 2:53:40

Native Opinon Episode 118 “WE ARE PART OF THE EARTH” How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voice mail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Listen LIVE every Friday night, 9pm Eastern Standard Time Through Our Website or via...

Why the 2nd Amendment Fight is BullSh&t 26.02.2018 2:59:03

Native Opinon Episode 117 “Why the 2nd Amendment Fight is BullSh$t.” How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voice mail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Guest: John Kane of “Let’s Talk Native Radio Show” Find John’s show b...

Words Matter 19.02.2018 2:57:42

This episode contains a deep discussion about the Stoneman Douglas school shooting in Florida last week. A gunman opened fire at the school on Wednesday, killing 17 people and injuring 14 others. The suspected gunman, 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz, is a former student of the school who was expelled and has been charged with 17 counts of premeditated murder. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativ...

ARE YOU WORRIED YET? 11.02.2018 2:30:23

In This episode... we discuss water. We take it for granted. But there are more an more examples of its threatened existence. In this episode, we look at some of the ways water sources are under attack. After you listen, we ask you the question " Are You Worried Yet?" Also listener feedback and our Interesting Clips Segment. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTu...

Without Our Women Where would We Be? 05.02.2018 2:55:05

Native Opinion Episode 114 “WITHOUT OUR WOMEN, WHERE WOULD WE BE?” How To Reach Our Show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Our Website: nativeopinion.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voicemail. Call us! 860–381–0207 Guest: Indigenous Women Rising You can find out all about the great outs...

Honesty What's That? 29.01.2018 2:52:44

New Episode! We welcome Chef Sean Sherman from "The Sioux Chef". Discussion: Food Sovereignty and his new book "The Sioux Chef Indigenous Kitchen. Other discussions: Honesty, and the lack of it in government. Visit Native Opinion Online! http://www.nativeopinion.com Visit our YouTube Channel for video versions of our episodes, documentaries, and other speical content. https://www.youtube.com/@Nat...

Being Aware Is Being Prepared 21.01.2018 2:49:04

Native Opinion Episode 112 “BEING AWARE IS BEING PREPARED.” How to Reach our show: E-mail Us! hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Website: nativeopinion.com Youtube: https://www. Youtube.com/c/NativeOpinion Leave us a voicemail: Call us! (860) 381–0207 Native News Articles In This Episode: ARTICLE 1: TITLE: The Ancient Baby Carrier Making a...

No Time To Rest When Fighting Cultural Appropriation 16.01.2018 2:29:36

Native Opinion Episode 111 TITLE: “No Time To Rest…when Fighting Cultural Appropriation…” How to Reach our show: E-Mail: hosts@nativeopinion.com Twitter: @nativeopinion Facebook: facebook.com/nativeopinionpodcast/ Webpage: nativeopinion.com Leave us a voicemail: Call us! (860) 381–0207 Guest This Episode: John & Kenn Little GUEST Introduction: The issue of Native American cultural appropria...