Relentless Indigenous Woman Podcast

Join us on a journey into the heart of matriarchy and maternal wisdom in our latest podcast episode, featuring Candace and her special guest Jenny Sawanohk from Moose Cree First Nation. Jenny, an accomplished Indigenous healer and psychotherapist based in Ottawa, shares her rich insights and experiences. She leads the Misiwe Ni Relations Healing Lodge and offers personal therapy through her practi...

In this episode, Candace is joined by special guest Alycia Two Bears, member of the Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First  Nation, who's a passionate educator and advocate for 2SLGBTQ+ people and author of the book "Two Spirit Stories, Sex, and the Ceremony Behind it All."  These two fierce women explore the link between misogyny and the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, a...

For this thought-provoking episode, Candace explores the pervasive influence of colonialism that often goes unnoticed, deeply embedded as it is in our thoughts, emotions, and daily lives.  She opens up about her personal journey towards healing the scars of internalized colonialism and discusses how recognizing and addressing these ingrained patterns is crucial for everyone, Indigenous and non-Ind...

Candace delves into the nuanced differences between comprehension and compassion within Indigenous solidarity, emphasizing the importance of abandoning perfectionism. She challenges allies to confront their own unconscious biases and the discomfort that comes with acknowledging privilege, particularly for white allies engaged in solidarity efforts. Candace addresses the emotional hurdles of guilt,...

In the final episode of the Native ghost stories series, Candace delves into a chilling collection of spooky ghost stories. From encounters with spirits of beloved family members long gone, to the eerie creatures that have been part of Native storytelling for generations, this Halloween Day special promises to send shivers down your spine. Join us as we explore a world of paranormal tales that wil...

In this episode, Candace welcomes a special guest, Jennifer, the owner of Bar Harbor Ghost Tours in Maine. Notably, it's the only indigenous-owned ghost tour company in the United States, offering a unique blend of EuroAmerican and Wabanaki spirit stories. Her expertise has consistently ranked them among the top 10 ghost tours in the nation for half a decade, and they've been honoured as...

Get ready for a chilling episode as we kick off the October Native Ghost Stories Series with nine spine-tingling tales! Tune in to experience some hair-raising encounters.  If you're Native and have your own eerie ghost story to share, email us at info@relentlessindigenouswoman.ca   Send Us a Text with Your Thoughts or Questions! Join the RIW Patreon Community  RIW Website Music Produced by A...

In this podcast episode, Candace delves into the significance of Truth and Reconciliation and initiating the process of decolonization. She emphasizes the need for non-Indigenous individuals to engage in self-reflection, learning, and taking actionable steps towards change. Candace also extends a message to Indigenous Peoples, encouraging them to prioritize self and community care while participat...

In this episode, Candace boldly addresses truth before reconciliation, delivering poignant reflections for non-Indigenous listeners. She tackles the subjects of white supremacy, church's role, cultural appropriation, reconciliation with Two-Spirit and IndigiQueer People, media influence, and inherent biases.  For those eager to explore these topics further, Candace offers two empowering webin...

In this podcast episode, Candace Linklater delves into the complex and painful role of the church in the history of residential schools. She provides a historical overview of how the church became intricately involved in the operation of these schools, and how their doctrines played a significant role in supporting this system. Candace particularly highlights the impact of these institutions on Tw...

In this episode, join Candace as she unfolds her relentless journey as an Indigenous woman, delving into the challenges she faced and the empowering process of becoming relentless. She bravely explores the enduring impact of colonialism on her life and narrates her inspiring journey of healing and resilience. Tune in to discover the transformative elements of her story in this powerful conversatio...