Osage Health Watch

Join hosts Michael Quinata, Brandy Lemon, and Michael Bristow, along with elder care services director David James, as they present a powerful and deeply personal episode dedicated to elder care within the Osage Nation. The discussion highlights how the Nation is reshaping aging by building a new, home-like assisted living facility. This campus will connect with existing elder housing, creating se...

Step into a new era of health and wellness as Osage Health Watch spotlights the grand opening of the Osage Nation’s state-of-the-art health clinic in Pawhuska. In this special episode, host Mike Quinata sits down with Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) CEO Mark Rogers, Chief Strategy Officer Lindsay King, and ONHS Board of Directors’ Michael Bristow to discuss how visionary leadership, cultural res...

What does it take to break the cycle of generational trauma and build a culture of mental wellness in Indigenous communities? In this powerful episode of Osage Health Watch, join host Mike Quinata, Congresswoman and RN Brandy Lemon, speech-language pathologist Michael Bristow, and special guest Dr. Moira Redcorn—a psychiatrist at Oklahoma City Indian Clinic—for an honest, engaging conversation mar...

How do you bridge modern health care with Indigenous tradition? 🌾🏥 Meet Ashley Johnson, Tribal Relations Director for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, as she shares the powerful, often untold story of Medicaid’s impact in Indian Country—and why cultural identity is key to health leadership. 🌍✨ Discover how Ashley and her small-but-mighty team are transforming tribal health care: advocating...

🌽✨ Recorded at the Oklahoma Tribal Finance Consortium spring conference in Shawnee, OK - dive into the roots of Osage and tribal wellness! In this episode of Osage Health Watch, join hosts Michael Bristow and Lindsay King as they sit down with Veronica Pipestem - seed steward, cultural advocate, and food sovereignty leader-to explore the revival of ancestral foods and their power to heal Native...

The latest episode of *Osage Health Watch* dives into the theme of resilience in uncertain times, offering a heartfelt and insightful discussion on mental health, community, and personal growth. Hosts Producer Mike, Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow, and guest Meredith Drent explore how challenges like federal policy changes and societal pressures uniquely impact Indigenous communities. They share per...

Dive into the latest episode of Osage Health Watch, where hosts Brandy Lemon and Michael Bristow explore the resilience of the Osage Nation amidst federal funding challenges and highlight exciting advancements in tribal health care, including the upcoming state-of-the-art clinic opening in June 2025. Learn about expanded services such as specialty clinics, same-day appointments, and cutting-edge t...

Feeling the winter blues? Get ready for a mood-boosting adventure with the Osage Health Watch crew! Join Producer Mike, Michael Bristow, Brandy Lemon & Coach Kinsley as they serve up a sizzling blend of science, style, and side-splitting humor to combat those chilly days. From Michael's GQ-worthy winter wardrobe to Brandy's surprising summer heat obsession, this episode proves that staying hea...

🌟 Join hosts Michael Bristow, Brandy Lemon, and Producer Mike as they share personal traditions, from Christmas cookies to prime rib dinners 🍪🥩, and explore ways to stay connected with family and community. This festive episode of *Osage Health Watch* is packed with heartwarming stories and practical tips to help you embrace the holiday season with balance and joy.  🎅 Navigating holiday indulg...

This episode of Osage Health Watch explores the importance of quality of life for elders in indigenous communities, focusing on practical fitness tips, nutrition, and elder care resources. The hosts discuss feedback from listeners and delve into topics such as functional exercises for older adults, the significance of nutrition and hydration, and elder care meal programs. They emphasize the projec...

Join hosts Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow, and Mike Quinata as they dive deep into the intersection of Indigenous health practices and Western medicine. This episode, recorded live at the Osage Casino and Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma, features an engaging interview with Lindsay King, a former federal Indian Health Service leader, now bringing her talents to work for the Osage Nation.  Lindsay shares he...

Join hosts, Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow and Coach Kinsley as they delve into Indigenous health issues, exploring the intersection of Western medicine and traditional practices, and connect you with resources available from the Osage Nation.  Coach Kinsley from the Fitness Fix podcast shares practical fitness and nutrition tips to promote well-being in the Osage Nation and beyond. We discuss the...

Join us as hosts Brandy Lemon, Michael T. Bristow, and Coach Kinsley explore the intricate connections between nutrition, colonialism, and diabetes in Osage and indigenous communities with Producer Mike. They discuss how historical changes have impacted health, examine the effects of the Western diet on Osage and indigenous well-being, and share practical solutions for a healthier future. Featurin...

Join Osage Health Watch hosts Brandy Lemon and Michael Bristow with co-host Mike Quinata as they describe each of their personal stories and professional experiences, and then special guest Coach Kinsley from the Fitness Fix with Coach Kinsley podcast joins to offer practical fitness and nutrition tips, emphasizing the mind-body connection. Learn about Osage Health Watch's mission to empower liste...