Liz is left reeling after her fiance' is kidnapped. Does Matthew Tommy's shady past connect him to the kidnapping?
Dave learns about the use of peyote in religious Native American ceremony, from Laredo, Texas all the way up to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
Tom Jackson sends Shayla to Cryptid Con where believers of all things unknown gather to prove and discuss cryptids such as Sasquatch, dogman, and UFOs.
Mason and Gracey give back to the mountain bike community and shoot crowd funding photos for the Coast Gravity Park.
Ruth-Ann travels to the metropolitan area of Minneapolis-Saint Paul to explore the rich culture of the modern Native American people. She begins her voyage at a Native American center and immediately finds herself in chef Brian Yazzie's kitchen. Here, Ruth-Ann delves deep into the story of how cooking transformed Yazzie's life, while he teaches her a thing or two about culinary delights. Next, Ruth-Ann is introduced to Colin Monette, a blues guitarist who proudly follows his Native American people's tradition of the powwow drum. She listens intently as he relates how he reconnects with his culture. Ruth-Ann has the opportunity to make a stop at Daytons, one of the oldest luxury department stores. From a time when Natives were not welcomed, the Native roots trading post and its curator Robert Pilot have implemented a 'LandBack' initiative to recognize the works of featured modern indigenous artists Misko Chapman, Kent Estey, and Joseph Allen. Join Ruth-Ann on her final stop to Owamni, the popular restaurant owned by three-time James Beard award-winning chef Sean Sherman. Here she discovers the exquisitely crafted dishes, all inspired by the pre colonial Sioux culture.
Competing for a limited number of spots on the roster, the young players battle it out in a second scrimmage, knowing that this time, a bad performance may result in a ticket home.
Art takes Dan to the northern end of Vancouver Island in search of black bears. Art showcases one of his favourite meals at a traditional Metis gathering. Micisok!
Hip Hop Artist Def-I visited with KVCaRts guest host and fellow Navajo Nation Tribal Member Sahar Khadjenoury to talk about language, social issues, environmental issues, Hip Hop and Jazz.
The hope and determination of modern-day American Indian life is revealed in this story about what it takes to win one of the most exciting and dangerous forms of horse racing practiced anywhere in the world today. From the bitter cold of winter on the Rocky Mountain front to the heat and mayhem of the summer's championship races in Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and Oregon, "Indian Relay" follows several teams from three different American Indian communities as they prepare for and compete across a grueling Indian Relay season -- all hearts set on the glory and honor of winning this year's National Championships.
Legendary as one of America's greatest horse tribes, the 21st-century Nez Perce decided to bring horses back to their land and lives with the unlikely help of a charismatic Navajo horseman, Rudy Shebala. His mentorship guides at-risk teenagers toward the strong medicine of horses, and his equine skills bring historic Nez Perce horse culture to modern renown. But his personal demons imperil both accomplishments. HORSE TRIBE is an epic story about the connection of human to animal, history to life, individuals to community, grief to resolve, and values to action.
A favorite pastime is bridging communities and generations for New Mexico Pueblos. ICT's Paris Wise has the story. North of the Medicine Line, an Indigenous birding club at the University of Manitoba is helping folks connect with nature while sharing Indigenous knowledge. APTN reporter Cierra Bettens has more from the club's weekly walk. Tobacco is a sacred medicine for many Native Americans. However, commercial tobacco in smoking cigarettes, is not. In fact, the American Indian Cancer Foundation says that American Indian and Alaska Natives have the highest rate of smoking in the country. Wyatt Pickner, a research manager at the foundation talks with ICT producer Shirley Sneve about the issues. Last year Wab Kinew made history after he was elected Premier of Manitoba, becoming the first Anishinaabe person to ever be premier of a Canadian province. Last week, up to 15,000 people attended the Manito Ahbee Festival in Winnipeg. Kinew hosted a men's chicken dance special. APTN brings us all of the sights and sounds.
The Youth are given some style tips and are sent out to shop for a new wardrobe.
Teepee plants a tree; Teepee waters the flowers by himself for the first time.
Noongar people have been solid tool makers for a long, long time. Karli, the boomerang and kitj, the spear are very useful tools.
Getting gifts is great but giving them can be even better. With Dad? s birthday coming up the kids have to be creative to give him a gift without spending any money. Gertie teaches Gavin another important part of giving and getting gifts ? saying 'thank you' and 'you're welcome'.
While Pam is unhappy to be told that she is too small to do anything, Viola sends the campers on a surprise mission! There Pam meets a baby triceratops and realizes that it's better to wait until you grow up to do certain things safely.
Randy devises a plane to get free vegetables. Katie and Randy believe that they have to protect Mrs. Charles's secret identity. Join in as we uncover the mystery!
Raven learns that she has a lot of power as a woman, and Talon, T-Bear and Mushom realize just how integral women are to Wapos Bay.
Raven and her puppet friends learn the Arapaho word for "my grandmother" along with additional Arapaho phrases. Featured puppet skits include lessons about respecting our elders, and being brave when taking on new challenges. Raven shares a TV story about frybread and Justin and Flash also try their luck at making their own.
After tearful farewells, Kyanna heads back to Alice Springs. But, the twins remain determined to sort out the mystery of why they were separated at birth.
Swiss Chef Chris Aernis Rossmount Inn Restaurant changes its menu on a daily basis to accommodate the freshest ingredients land and sea has to offer. Chris dives for scallops in New Brunswicks Passamaquoddy Bay. He collects fiddleheads, samphire greens, cattail hearts, clams, and periwinkle snails
In this episode, Chef Kelly is in Combani, Mayotte, to revisit the "M'Tsolola." For her revisit, she meets with Mohamed, a green banana producer, as well as a breadfruit producer, Saboutia.
A favorite pastime is bridging communities and generations for New Mexico Pueblos. ICT's Paris Wise has the story. North of the Medicine Line, an Indigenous birding club at the University of Manitoba is helping folks connect with nature while sharing Indigenous knowledge. APTN reporter Cierra Bettens has more from the club's weekly walk. Tobacco is a sacred medicine for many Native Americans. However, commercial tobacco in smoking cigarettes, is not. In fact, the American Indian Cancer Foundation says that American Indian and Alaska Natives have the highest rate of smoking in the country. Wyatt Pickner, a research manager at the foundation talks with ICT producer Shirley Sneve about the issues. Last year Wab Kinew made history after he was elected Premier of Manitoba, becoming the first Anishinaabe person to ever be premier of a Canadian province. Last week, up to 15,000 people attended the Manito Ahbee Festival in Winnipeg. Kinew hosted a men's chicken dance special. APTN brings us all of the sights and sounds.
Cherokee culture keeper Thomas Belt takes us on a journey of cosmic discovery on the grounds of three foundational Cherokee towns in present-day North Carolina. We explore the legacy and impact of basketweaver and Cherokee National Treasure Ella Mae Blackbear through her collectors and family. Makayla Bearpaw is a Cherokee drummer and musician to her core. We watch as she rocks out night after night while making her dream of a career in music a reality. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the infamous Goingsnake Tragedy and Ezekial Proctor. Often erroneously described as a "Cherokee Outlaw", we reveal the complicated truth behind Proctor, the shootout and his trial.
After more than three weeks of practice and training, Team Hit The Ice plays the second and final showcase game before a crowd of family, friends and fans. The boys play for each other and make good on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
One of the most challenging sports to shoot for photography is bobsledding. Mason and Gracey follow Canadian National Team bobsledder pilot, Justin Kripps, on his quest for the podium.
Being healthy also means being spiritually balanced. Liz, Krystal and Geri get back to their heritage and work up a sweat building a sweat lodge from the ground up. Michele talks about her faith as we take a glimpse into her spiritual side.
Juaquin gives step by step instructions on how to make a simple, decorative carry bag. Episode includes some basic sewing tips.
Wood Turners, Dave and Kathy Towley show us the beauty found engrained in wood. We'll take you on a tour of the William S. Marvin Training and Visitor Center in Warroad. Plus we'll introduce you to Jeff Kreitz and metal sculptor from Breezy Point who uses various metals to create art.
Kris goes to Ottawa to meet Elaine Kicknosway, 60's Scoop Advocate and Co-Founder of The National Indigenous Survivors of Child Welfare Network whose work gives survivors a voice and platform in their fight for recognition, justice and reconciliation. Sarain travels to Ajax and enters the "situation room," where Mi'kmaq Lawyer, Professor and Social Justice Advocate Dr. Pamela Palmater records her "Warrior Life" podcast. Kris and Sarain go into the bush to visit Nimkii Aazhibikong, the year-round Ojibway Art, Culture and Language Revitalization Camp in Elliot Lake where Elders and Youth come together to preserve and revive oral transmission of knowledge in an environment of land-based teachings.
Art takes Dan to the northern end of Vancouver Island in search of black bears. Art showcases one of his favourite meals at a traditional Metis gathering. Micisok!
Rich Francis visits the Mohawk community of Kahnawake, Quebec, where he discovers a prehistoric fish that's lived in the St. Lawrence as long as it?s been a river! He will visit with Eric "Dirt" McComber, a local fisherman, hunter and lacrosse coach, who will show Rich how he smokes and candies sturgeon, and will take Rich out on the river to learn the process involved in harvesting the often very large fish. He'll also meet with Brooke Rice, Eric's niece, who studies food security and nutrition at McGill University in Montreal. Together, they will teach Rich about the history and relevance of sturgeon to the Mohawk of the St. Lawrence river regions. With his culinary imagination sparked by the flavours found along the St. Lawrence, Rich brings his new learnings to the firepit, inspired to create some new and exciting sturgeon dishes for everyone to enjoy, including the viewers at home.
A journey of self discovery and cultural awakening documented by Aboriginal filmmaker Lindsey Mae Willie. When the elders in her ancestral community ask their youth to return home to learn and preserve their fading cultural keystone, the Potlatch, Lindsay and her two cousins heed the call. It is a transformational journey that will change their lives and help carry their culture forward.
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This year marks 100 years since President Calvin Coolidge signed the Indian Citizenship Act into law. At the time only half of Native Americans were already considered citizens of their state or the united states. While this act granted citizenship to Native Americans, it did not immediately ensure equal rights. ICT political correspondent Pauly Denetclaw has more. In many indigenous languages, there is no word for art. And for one Nipmuc man, it's his life work. Shirley Sneve has this interview with Hawk Henries-a photographer and flute maker. This Friday, the Canadian Screen Awards will be given out. This year a record number of nominees are Indigenous. Miles Morrisseau caught up with Kerry Swanson from Canada's Indigenous Screen Office to mark this milestone. A tribe in southern Arizona is teaching its community a trade that is not widely known. The Tohono O'odham nation to learn more about farriers, which are individuals who specialize in care for horse hooves. Cronkite news reporter Denzen Cortez has the story.
Josie discovers she is pregnant and Hank freaks out because he had a vasectomy years ago. Hank accuses Josie of cheating and visits his family doctor to get to the bottom of it. They reconcile and the family gathers for the birth of the new "U-cree-nian" baby.
Tuwhare's champion is defeated in an underhanded battle, and he smells a rat. Tereti is taken to a magical place by Hinepu and then beaten by Tuwhare. After being down on his luck, Harold finds a new fighter on a dark street.
An altercation with racist cop Sid puts Gary's med career in jeopardy. Nancy thinks up a unique idea to help her concussion patient get over his depression. A rift between Eva and Bonnie erupts at Melanie's bone marrow drive on the Rez.
Art and Dan visit Pikwakanagan First Nation where they meet an elder who shows them the ropes on his trap line. Even muskrat can be made into a meal that the community will come out for - even if Dan has difficulty eating this one! Micisok!
James grew up with traditional ways which had a tremendous influence on him. Listen in as James recalls the language of his people and his involvement with traditional dance.
For thousands of years, traditional Inuit sports have been vital for surviving the unforgiving Arctic. Acrobatic and explosive, these ancestral games evolved to strengthen the mind, body and spirit within the community. "Games of the North" follows four modern Inuit athletes and reveals their unique relationship to the games as they compete across the North. As unprecedented changes sweeps across their traditional lands, their stories illuminate the importance of the games today.
Women coming from villages with no light. Leaving their villages in South America to go to India to become solar engineers. They will bring solar light back home.
The Turtle Bay Exploration Park and McConnell Gardens have become a gathering place for the North State community. This complex along with the Calatrava Sundial Bridge and Sacramento River trails draws visitors from all over the world. The far northern communities of California have historically been a difficult population to reach. The past history of settlements in these rugged territories has centered on mining, logging and ranching. In addition, Native Americans traditionally living in these areas were forced to move into more distant and isolated lands. The result created a culture of rugged, independent individuals that pride themselves on a strong sense of self-reliance. The vast majorities of these Native people remain unrecognized, so many Native people remain isolated and do not trust outside direction.