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Dec. 3, 2024

Giving Tuesday: Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Books

We’re joined by Anagali Duncan, founder of the nonprofit Seven Ravens, who shares their inspiring mission to bring books written by Indigenous authors to Native youth. The Indigenous Book Drop initiative is about more than ju...

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Nov. 24, 2024

Ancestral Calls and Sacred Lands: Nana Kwesi Osei Bonsu’s Fight for N…

In this episode, we’re joined by Nana Kwesi Osei Bonsu, a descendant of the Ashanti Empire, who shares his remarkable journey of cultural identity, ancestral heritage, and environmental advocacy. Growing up in Ghana, Nana exp...

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Oct. 14, 2024

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Defending the Earth and the Sacred

What if the answers to the climate crisis are here? In this special Indigenous Peoples’ Day episode, host Frank Oscar Weaver speaks with Indigenous leaders from across the world who are on the front lines of the fight to prot...

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Sept. 9, 2024

Rivers Are Alive: Protecting Water and Culture from Environmental Dis…

What if rivers were more than just water—they were living beings with spirit, memory, and life? In this episode, Frank Oscar Weaver speaks with Impirita Samani, an Indigenous Ashaninka leader from Peru, about her people's dee...

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Aug. 2, 2024

Giving Back to the Earth: The Significance of Pachamama Day

We explore the tradition of Pachamama Day, celebrated on August 1st in Latin America. This day, originating from the Andean communities of South America, is dedicated to honoring Pachamama, the goddess of fertility and the ea...

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June 18, 2024

Tangaroa Ara Rau: Māori Indigenous Wisdom for Ocean Governance

🌊 We have the honor of speaking with Beth Tupara-Katene, a dedicated champion of Māori rights and interests within the marine domain. Beth shares her profound connection to the ocean and the innovative Tangaroa Ararau Researc...

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May 9, 2024

How Listening to Birds Can Help Save Them

In this episode of Indigenous Earth, we delve into the powerful story of the Kauaʻi ʻōʻō, the last bird of its kind, whose final song is a stark reminder of the silence left behind by extinction. Join Frank Oscar Weaver …

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Jan. 8, 2024

Earth Warrior Challenge: Mapping Where Our Water Comes From

Join us on a remarkable journey, as we launch our first Earth Warrior challenge, 'Mapping Where Our Water Comes From.' This challenge isn't just about water; it's about exploring your personal connection with one of our planet's most essential resour...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Becoming Earth’s Guardian: Learn, Connect, and Champion Nature

Let's hear about the mysterious Florida Bigfoot, believed to be the revered guardian of Florida's wildlife. Journey with us deeper, as we unravel ways to truly honor and connect with Mother Earth. Beginning by paying homage to the ancestral lands …

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Aug. 22, 2023

From Mountain Springs to Classroom Dreams: Anagali’s ᎠᎾᎦᎵ ᏛᎩ Journey …

Ever found yourself scrolling through Instagram and suddenly confronted by images of devastating forest fires, unprecedented hurricanes, and record-breaking heatwaves? Or maybe you found yourself in the front lines of climate change? With 80% of the ...

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June 13, 2023

🌿 Fashions of the Forest: Indigenous Sustainable Design with Jm from …

Let's meet Jm (him/her) from the Tboli people of the Philippines, a fashion designer using organic materials found in nature to craft stunning, sustainable fashion pieces. Jm's passion extends beyond just fashion; she aspires to inspire the next gene...

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May 16, 2023

Catching the Green Wave: Mentorship in Climate and Sustainability Car…

🎤 Catching the Green Wave: Mentorship in Climate and Sustainability Careers 🌳In this insightful episode of Indigenous, we dive deep into exploring personal values, mentorships, and actionable steps towards carving out a fulfilling career in the env...

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April 11, 2023

Exploring Personal Values to Kickstart a Green Career

🎤 Exploring Personal Values to Kickstart a Green Career Are you ready to dive into the world of green careers and unleash your passion for sustainability? Join Brooke Wheeler-Nez, an Environmental Educator and I on a special episode of Indigenous …

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March 20, 2023

Indigenous Knowledge Meets Western Science with Susan (Sue) Bell Chib…

🎤 Indigenous Knowledge Meets Western Science with Susan (Sue) Bell Chiblow 🌳In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode, we're joined by Susan (Sue) Chiblow, an assistant professor at the University of Guelph in their new Bachelor's of Science ...

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Feb. 17, 2023

Using Music to Fight Plastic Pollution with Togbe Ghana

🎤 Using Music to Fight Plastic Pollution with Togbe Ghana Togbe Ghana is an Ewe activist, musician and entrepreneur on a mission to beat plastic pollution in Ghana. He founded Let's Go Clean the Beach Ghana and uses his music …

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Jan. 16, 2023

Following the Ancestors’ Call: Brooke Wheeler-Nez’s Education Journey

🎤 Episode 35 - Following the Ancestors' Call: Brooke Wheeler-Nez’s Education Journey In this episode of Indigenous Earth, we have Brooke Wheeler-Nez, an Environmental Educator with the Bureau of Land management. Diné (Kinyaa'áanii, Ta'neeszahnii) ...

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Jan. 6, 2023

A Blessing from a Nahuatl Medicine Man and a Special New Year’s Messa…

Hello! I want to wish you a Happy New Year! As we start this new spin around the sun, I wanted to share some updates with you, and most importantly, thank you for being a part of our journey. On …

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Dec. 16, 2022

Connection to the ocean is ancient and essential for all humans - Ear…

🎤 Connection to the ocean is ancient and essential for all humans - Earth Knowledge with Native Like Water ’s Marc Chavez Mark Chavez, founder of Native Like Water, has been working to reconnect Indigenous youth with the oceans for …

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Nov. 20, 2022

“Until the bear gets to tell the story, the hunter is always going to…

🎤 Episode 32 - Dr Don Dexter , Modoc member of the Klamath Tribes of Southern Oregon In this episode of Indigenous Earth Community Podcast, we have Dr. Don Dexter, a Modoc storyteller. He will share his experience in pursuing …

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Oct. 10, 2022

From the concrete jungle to the Amazonian forest: Rescuing Indigenous…

On this episode we talk to Antonio Teoli from the Amazonic about: The start of the Amazonic Project, where Antonio Teoli—an award-winning game composer and sound designer—lived in the Amazon for 4 years and fell in love with the culture …

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Sept. 6, 2022

5 Ways To Deepen Your Connection To The Earth with the Malama Challen…

Many of us have lost our connection to the natural world, we walk with metaphorical rubber shoes, not aware of the impact of our footprints in the environment and to ourselves. This broken relationship numbs us to the awareness that …

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Aug. 9, 2022

Healing through art and traditional talking circles with Aboriginal A…

From the Murray–Darling river system, one of the largest in the world, and home to ancient fish traps, with a rich and deep culture is where my next guest Kabushka Ngemba comes from. Kabushka Ngemba is a very successful commissioned …

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July 19, 2022

A fun and upbeat talk about good environmental news with Taylor Cheíí…

Do feel drained by the endless negative news ? Do you want a break from dromscrolling news of ecological disasters, pollution of our waterways, and killer record high temperatures? Then I have a great show for you. On this episode …

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June 9, 2022

“The Whale Child” an Indigenous story of environmental stewardship wr…

We all know that the timeless Indigenous value of environmental stewardship is needed now more than ever and that we must all stand up on behalf of Mother Earth! I had a very good conversation with Indigenous authors Keith Egawa …

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