Of Cedar And Salmon

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon When the world was young, Grandfather Raven was already ancient. And trusted by the Great Creator with all the treasures of life. But when his scheming little grandson asks for a story, things take an unexpected turn. Long Claw shares this ancient legend of how the world came to be by the hands of this infamous trickster. From the sun and s...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Discussing and exploring the tradition of the Potlatch. The primary gathering ceremony for the coastal peoples where many traditions and stories were celebrated. Long Claw guides us through the event, including the planning, dances, stories and how they all come together in special meaning for the First Nations. We share how this ancient tr...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Chris and Long Claw discuss the characters, history and lessons of the ancient legend, "Beaver Face." Topics include the enigmatic Tsonoqua - the supernatural being in Kwakwaka'wakw mythology - also called the "Wild Woman of the Woods" Or "Cannibal Ogress". And most popularly, Bigfoot. Is she a creature or spirit? Or both? And her chilling...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Long Claw tells the story of Beaver Face, featuring one of the most legendary creatures of all time: Sasquatch. As the kwakwaka'wakw people know, this ancient creature has an unsettling attraction to children. When a village suffers the unimaginable, it is up to one brave little girl with a unique appearance to try and save the day. But nob...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Can a drumbeat echo through time? You might have noticed Long Claw's drumming and singing at the beginning and end of each story he shares. Today, we dive into the significance of that music. Where it comes from, what it means, and why it has resonated with humans for thousands of years. --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: h...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Chris and Long Claw deep dive into the characters, history and lessons passed down in the ancient legend of "Grandmother Loon". How staying true to one's self and values can lead you through even the murkiest situations. Also, can loons really see through fog? --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https://play.google.com/store...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Long Claw takes us canoeing on the ancient waters of the Pacific Northwest, exploring the mystery and magic of "Grandmother Loon". --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Ronn_Long_Claw_Wilson_Echoes_of_Our_Elders?id=AQAAAEAq8XaxTM Like our show music? Find it here: https://ofceda...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Chris and Long Claw discuss the story behind the story. Exploring the meanings, lessons, and history of The Wolf and The Deer. --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Ronn_Long_Claw_Wilson_Echoes_of_Our_Elders?id=AQAAAEAq8XaxTM Like our show music? Find it here: https://ofcedarand...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Long Claw tells the first story of our podcast: "The Wolf and The Deer". --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Ronn_Long_Claw_Wilson_Echoes_of_Our_Elders?id=AQAAAEAq8XaxTM Like our show music? Find it here: https://ofcedarandsalmon.bandcamp.com/album/songs-of-the-coast Hosted on...

Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Chris and Long Claw discuss the history and origin of many of the stories we will be sharing on the podcast. Long Claw explains why these legends are more than just stories, but also cherished parts of PNW First Nation's culture and property. --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/detail...

Support the Podcast : https://buymeacoffee.com/cedarsalmon Chris and Long Claw discuss the history behind the name "Of Cedar And Salmon". We explore the deep importance of both Cedar and Salmon to the Native American nations of the Pacific Northwest. Plus how our resident master storyteller came to be a keeper of so many incredible legends. --- Explore the immersive stories on our Audiobook: https...