The Muscogee Pod

In this episode we talk all things "FESTIVAL"! In June 2026 the Muscogee people mark a major milestone with the 50th Annual Muscogee Nation Festival! 50 years of celebrating sovereignty, strength and culture. This year's celebration is bound to be the biggest and best yet! Leading the team tasked with making sure of that is Christina Goodvoice from the Muscogee Nation Marketing Depar...

In this “Conversation from our Reservation” we chat with Muscogee Nation Commissioner of Public Safety Bobby Howard on the creation of the brand new Department of Public Safety, the massive expansion of department resources, and ensuring the safety of all who live on the Muscogee Reservation. www.muscogeenation.com/muscogee-pod MCN Dept. of Public Safety: www.muscogeenation.com/public-safety www.m...

Muscogee Nation Secretary of Culture & Humanities, RaeLynn Butler, and Deputy Secretary, Anthony Beaver, join us in the Pod Cave to discuss the 212th Commemoration of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. What happened at Horseshoe Bend back on March 27 of 1814 was a major turning point in our Nation's history. Not only did 800 Muscogee men, women and children perish that day but the aftermath of...

In this episode we discuss the historic trip “across the pond” from the first Muscogee Nation delegation in modern tribal history to visit the United Kingdom. Host Jason Salsman recounts meeting Baroness Emma Nicholson of the House of Lords and their visit to Westminster, as well as the journey to Edniburgh, Scotland to complete the first international repatriation to the U.S. in world history! It...

The Native American comedy scene continues to rise! With more mainstream representation comes more opportunities for up-and-coming Native comics to showcase their talents whether on stage or on screen. Joining us in the Pod Cave for this episode of the #MuscogeePod are Native American stand-up comedians, Jordan Jayi and Brent Deo. Jordan and Brent provide us with an in-depth conversation about the...

This episode was recorded 'on-location' at the 49th Muscogee Nation Festival! In honor festival week, we switched it up and chatted with some fellow Mvskokvlke at the first event of #MNFest25 -- the Elder Gathering. We're joined by elders, Mvskoke youth and royalty who all share what makes the annual festival so special to each of them. Listen in as we discuss all of the exciting event...

Tulsa Mayor, Monroe Nichols IV, was gracious enough to take time out of his most busiest of schedules to join us in the Pod Cave for an in depth chat about how the first 5 months of his term has been going as mayor of the largest city within the Muscogee Nation Reservation. Mayor Nichols shares his goals he's hoping to achieve for the betterment of all who reside within 'TVLSE', his ou...

In this episode, we step back in time to the year 1896 to explore the complicated & intriguing story of Timmie Jack, the last person to face public execution on the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Council House lawn. This story has been one of legend within the Mvskoke community not only for its historical significance but also for some interesting details leading up to the event and how our society and l...

We are very excited for the 4th Annual Mvskoke Art Market, so for this episode we asked MAM Coordinator, ShaVon Agee and Mvskoke Artist, Leslie Deer to join us in the Pod Cave! ShaVon shares her insights on the early years and how the Market came to be and also about how much growth has occurred each of the three previous years to now. And what exciting new exhibits and activities are in store for...

Growing up within Indian Territory in Oklahoma, you've come to know our tribal police by the term 'Lighthorse'. But did you know how that term originated or when the very first Lighthorse company was formed? In this episode, learn more about the early formation of the Lighthorsemen, how they served a significant role in the assertion of our sovereignty and how much all of that history...

In this "Conversation from our Reservation" we pay homage to the life and legend of Indigenous rocker Jesse Ed Davis. The Kiowa/Comanche/Mvskoke/Seminole/Cheyenne guitarist was one of the greatest of all-time, recording for and appearing with so many iconic artists including: Bob Dylan, John Lennon, George Harrison, Rod Stewart, Taj Mahal, B.B. King, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton and...

In this episode Drew Edmondson joins us in the Pod Cave to reflect on his distinguished career in public service, particularly his 16 years as Oklahoma's longest serving Attorney General. A proven advocate of positive tribal relations, Mr. Edmondson shares his thoughts on the state of Oklahoma's response to the United States Supreme Court's decision in McGirt v. OK and how different his handling o...

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Principal Chief David W. Hill took some time out of his wildly busy schedule as the leader of the fourth largest tribe in the U.S. to join us in the Pod Cave for a conversation about everything from tribal sovereignty and the ongoing tobacco compact negotiations to discussing his favorite holiday foods! As we approach the end of 2024, Chief Hill reflects on the challenges a...

Join us as we re-cap the historic trip to Atlanta for oral arguments in Muscogee (Creek) Nation v. Poarch Band of Creek Indians before the 11th Circuit US Court of Appeals. We’ll breakdown highlights of the trip, a history of the dispute, and we’ll be joined by MCN’s lead attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle to provide analysis of the most crucial points made during arguments. It’s another “Conversation fr...

In this episode we chat with Riyaz Kanji, widely considered the leading trial and appellate litigator on behalf of Indian Nations and tribes across the country. He takes us on a journey through his storied career, from his beginnings in Indian law and the battles of the “Fish Wars” in the Pacific Northwest, to his monumental arguments before the United States Supreme Court on behalf of the Muscoge...

Richard Ray Whitman joins us in the Pod Cave to tell the story of how a chance encounter with a LIFE Magazine cover led to a career in fine art, photography, poetry and acting. Whitman, a Yuchi-Muscogee, describes his journey from the tiny community of Gypsy, Oklahoma to a life of world-wide acclaim as a multidisciplinary visual artist. An eclectic life story told in this "Conversation from our Re...

In this episode we discuss the unique dichotomy of spiritual life in Muscogee culture between traditional and ceremonial practices and Christianity and Muscogee churches. We talk with Rev. Chebon Kernell, a clergy and representative of the Native American Comprehensive Plan of The United Methodist Church, who is also an active member of Helvpe Ceremonial Ground, about the existence of the two...

It's TVLSE TIME on the Muscogee Pod! In Episode 2 of our Storyteller Series, we are joined by associate professor at the University of Alberta Dr. Russell Cobb. Cobb discusses his upbringing in Tulsa and how he uncovered the true history of the "Oil Capital of the World." We talk Tulsa's origins, land swindles, the struggle to tell Oklahoma's true history and how a Creek Town became an Oil Town in...

In this final episode of our three-part series "1979: The Formation of the Modern Muscogee Government" we look back on the dust settling from the drafting and approval of the Muscogee Constitution and discuss it's ramifications then and in present day. Former Executive Director Ed Mouss and former Principal Chief Bill Fife candidly examine how the Constitution has aged, how it applies now, and thi...

Join in as we continue our chat with former Executive Director Ed Mouss and former Principal Chief Bill Fife on the implementation of the 1979 Muscogee Constitution. In Part 2, we explore the political dynamics at the time, the vote and building the government we know today around the document. Another trip through history, in this #ConversationFromOurReservation.

We begin Season 2 of the podcast by taking a look back in time to the formation of what we know today as the Muscogee (Creek) Nation government. In this Storyteller Series, we visit with then-Executive Director,  Ed Mouss and former Principal Chief, Bill Fife about the state of the tribe at that time and the steps taken to form the tribal government as we know it today. You do not want to mis...

In this episode, we visit with Manager of Fan Development for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Michelle Matthews. Michelle discusses her work with the Thunder in Native communities as well as being a tribal citizen from a small town, working her way into a dream job. A behind the scenes look at an NBA franchise, right here on this “Conversation from our Reservation!” OKC Thunder Website OKC Thunder Inst...

In this episode, we chat with Muscogee Nation National Council Speaker Will Lowe. Lowe describes his journey from U.S. Marine, to an MBA, to Speaker of the House for America’s 4th largest tribe. You don’t want to miss this “Conversation from our Reservation!” Muscogee Creek National Council The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) American Indian Chamber of Commerce...

A homecoming queen, a U.S. Marine and the Attorney General for America's fourth largest tribal nation...it seems there's not much that Geri Wisner can't do. In this episode, we talk with Attorney General Wisner about her story and the lessons throughout the journey that have guided her life and career. Don't miss this "Conversation from our Reservation!"

In this week's episode we speak with Lil Mike & FunnyBone also known as Mike Bone. These two brothers talk about their career as Native rappers and their experience on America's Got Talent and Reservation Dogs. We also discuss this year's Muscogee Nation Festival where Mike Bone will be performing.  Muscogee Nation Festival Website Muscogee Nation Festival Facebook Mike Bone Website Mike...