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Join Paul G for an interview with Brian Young. Author and filmmaker, Brian Young is a graduate of both Yale University with a Bachelor’s in Film Studies and Columbia University with a Master’s in Creative Writing Fiction. An enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, he grew up on the Navajo Reservation but now currently lives in Brooklyn, New York. As an undergraduate, Brian won a fellowship with the...

Join Paul G tonight on Pow Wow Nation Live! Tonight’s guest is Larry Yazzie from Native Pride Productions. Paul will also update you on his trips from Durant, Oklahoma for Choctaw Pow Wow and Seattle, Washington for a visit to Eighth Generation and more! About Larry Yazzie Larry Yazzie is the Founder and Artistic Director of Native Pride Productions which is based in Jacksonville, FL. He is a two-...

Join us for an insightful interview with Adrian Sutherland, a talented native musician from Canada's far north. Discover his unique blend of roots, rock, folk, and blues, influenced by his Cree culture and deep connection to the land. Learn about his recent Cree-language song and his commitment to raising awareness about issues such as contaminated water and food insecurity. Adrian shares his musi...

Join us on Powwow Nation Live as we delve into the world of Navajo weaving with special guest Tashina Little Ben, a third-generation Diné weaver from Rock Point, Arizona. In this captivating interview, Tashina shares her personal journey of rediscovering her cultural roots and the profound connection between weaving, spirituality, and well-being. Discover the essence of Navajo weaving, the signifi...

November is a special month in America–  Native American Heritage Month ! This is a time to honor and recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native Americans to our society. It's a chance to learn, celebrate, and show our respect. And you don’t have to be Native to celebrate! You can participate in numerous ways and make this month meaningful, regardless of...

Recently, I had the opportunity to interview two incredible authors on the Powwows podcast. Kim Rogers and Laurel Goodluck are native writers specializing in children's books that share their tribe's history and stories. It was a fascinating conversation that shed light on their personal journeys as authors and the importance of representation in literature. Kim Rogers, a member of the Wichita and...

On today's episode I recounted my incredible trip to San Francisco! As many of you know, I had the opportunity to attend the Taylor Swift concert in the city, but that was just the beginning of our amazing journey. Join me as I share the highlights of our trip and some of the fascinating native history and culture we discovered along the way. 1️⃣ Exploring Beyond the Main Attraction: When travelin...

In this episode, host Paul G sits down with members of the Natives of the Apocalypse (NOTA) group. NOTA is a Native American performing arts group dedicated to reshaping and indigenizing theater narratives. They add a unique Native flair, whether through humor, music, or the infusion of indigenous perspectives into existing plays and musicals. NOTA's mission is not only to create new and compellin...

Yue Begay, a Navajo transgender woman, shared her inspiring journey and insights as we explored the historical significance of the Two Spirit identity within Native tribes. We delved into the importance of educating businesses and corporations about this unique aspect of Native culture. It was a powerful and enlightening conversation that I'm excited to share with you all. Show Notes www.powwows.c...

Join Paul G for an interview with Byron Graves, an Ojibwe and Lakota author from the Red Lake Indian Reservation. Graves discussed his debut novel, "Res Ball," which delves into the world of Native American high school basketball and the universal themes of dreams, challenges, and self-discovery. This article will explore the importance of Native American representation in storytelling, focusing o...

Join Paul G for an interview with writer and star of Bear Grease - Crystle Lightning. Bear Grease is an Indigenous twist on the classic musical Grease.   Bear Grease Live https://www.powwows.com/grease-all-indigenous-production-brings-indigenous-culture-to-light/   Find a Pow Wow Near You https://www.powwows.com/find-a-pow-wow-near-you/

Join Paul G to talk about how to travel safely!   Travel is back!   And with Pow Wow season starting, we need to protect ourselves and our families while on the road this year. Paul will share some of his tips for safety while traveling.   Find a Pow Wow Near You https://www.powwows.com/find-a-pow-wow-near-you/  

Join Paul G for an interview with Alyssa Wapanatahk. Walt Disney recently released a trailer for its new live-action update of the 1953 classic Peter Pan & Wendy. The movie will feature Alyssa Wapanatâhk, who plays Tiger Lily, the tribe chief’s daughter and a warrior princess of the Indigenous tribe of Neverland. In real life, Alyssa is a member of the Bigstone Cree Nation.

Join Paul G for an interview with the current Miss Indian World, Tashina Red Hawk. Learn more about the 2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow. https://www.powwows.com/gathering-nations-pow-wow-north-americas-largest-pow-wow/ About Miss Indian World This Miss Indian World Pageant is the largest & Most Prestigious Cultural Title for Young Native, Indigenous Women (18-25 years old).  Miss Indian World is...

North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Gathering of Nations is the largest Pow Wow in North America.   Learn more Gathering of Nations Information The Gathering of Nations (GON) is a three-day event: April 27-29, 203 (Thursday – Saturday). The  Miss Indian World Talent Presentations  is held at the  Kiva Auditorium...

Join Paul G for an interview with several members of the Native American Women Warriors.   Native American Women Warriors (NAWW) encourages recognition for Native American women veterans and active duty that served and continues to serve in every branch of the armed forces. Our goals are to assist our fellow Native women veterans in receiving the assistance needed for recovery in the following are...

Join Paul G for an interview with Jennifer Younger. Raised in the Southeast Alaska town of Yakutat, Jennifer was surrounded by nature and traditional ways of life. Jennifer is Tlingit of the Eagle Kaagwaantaan clan and now calls Sitka, Alaska home. Jennifer draws inspiration from traditional Tlingit formline designs, historic artifacts, spruce root basket weaving patterns, and from the contrast an...

The Supreme Court's recent decision to overturn Roe has major impact on Indian Country. In addition, there are cases on the court's docket that could fundamentally change policies and laws such as the Indian Child Welfare Act, Indian Gaming, and more. On this week's episode I speak with Rebecca Nagle, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Rebecca hosts This Land podcast and has been following the impa...

Join Paul G for an interview with Miss Minnesota. Rachel Evangelisto is the first-ever Indigenous Miss Minnesota. She is from the Hunkpapa Standing Rock Lakota Sioux.  She has been accepted into the Native American Law & Sovereignty program at Mitchell Hamline School of Law as a Native Justice Fellow. Find a Pow Wow Near You www.powwows.com/calendar

Join Paul G for an interview and special performance with Opie Day and Desirae Desnomie. From drum-maker to the lead singer of the Midnite Express Singers, Robin Opichee Day-Bedeau has been singing throughout Turtle Island for more than 30 years. So, it's fair to say Opie Day is pretty much a household name in Indian Country. Born to his late father Joseph John Bedeau from Onigum by way of the Lee...

Join Paul G for an interview and special performance by Fawn Wood and Dallas Lee Waskaha. Fawn Wood’s singing reflects her Cree and Salish tribal lineage. At an early age Fawn would sing her heart out at pow-wows alongside her mother and father. In 2006, Fawn was the first female to win the Hand Drum contest at the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow. In 2009 she opened the show at the 11th Annual Native...

PowWows.com is hosting a series of performances for Native American Heritage Month sponsored by The US Department of Health and Human Services. Join Paul G for inspiring performances from Larry Yazzie, Tonia Jo Hall, Fawn Wood and Dallas Lee Waskahat, and Opie Day and Desirae Desnomie. Watch the performances: https://www.powwows.com/native-artist-interview-and-performances-for-native-american-heri...

Learn more - www.powwows.com/win Time for Holiday Shopping!  This year be sure to support Indigenous companies and artists!  Use our Holiday Gift Guide to start your shopping. Support PowWows.com by shopping on Amazon www.powwows.com/amazon Holiday Gift Guide https://www.powwows.com/best-2022-holiday-gift-ideas/ Complete Guide to Native American Heritage Month https://www.powwows.com/your-complete...

Join Paul G for interviews about the new Netflix series Spirit Rangers.  Today Paul talks with Karissa Valencia and Dr. Joely Proudfit. Learn more - www.powwows.com/win Holiday Gift Guide https://www.powwows.com/best-2022-holiday-gift-ideas/ Complete Guide to Native American Heritage Month https://www.powwows.com/your-complete-guide-to-native-american-heritage-month-2022/ New to Pow Wows? https://...

Welcome to the 2022 Explore Native Challenge for Native American Heritage Month. During November, I want to challenge you to learn more about Native culture including Pow Wows, history, food, businesses, performers, and more.   Whether you are a Pow Wow dancer, a Native American scholar, or someone interested in Native Culture, Explore Native will provide you with new ways to learn about this vibr...