WARNING! THIS EPISODE IS NOT SAFE FOR WORK OR SMALL CHILDREN! In this episode of Native Opinion, we provide our deconstruction of Pope Francis visit to Cree territory in Canada, and the apology he provided to the victims of residential schools under the direction of the Catholic Church and the Canadian federal government. Was his apology enough? How was it received? Does Indian country accept it? We provide our perspectives. Also, what is the United States PACT Act? Why did 41 republicans vote A...
Aug 04, 2022•2 hr 3 min
To kick people when they are at their lowest is a form of abuse that will not go unchallenged. To hoodwink a populace with damaging, flagrant deeds, will not go unanswered.
Jul 13, 2022•2 hr 8 min
Climate Change causes droughts, with lake levels at an all-time low. In the United States, water is called a "resource," no different than some other capitalistic commodity. In this episode, we look at the challenges water faces, and what the effects of climate change are doing to it. We also discuss the misunderstood term "sustainability." We ask a specific question: "Does the United States really care about water?"
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Navigating the political atmosphere at the national level right now with so many important issues that need to be addressed. In this episode, we focus on two. Saving lives and saving democracy. Both require levels of leadership that are questionable if it actually exists in Washington DC. The need for severe change is real, with decisions that require real consequences. We need people to have the courage to make the right solid decisions. But will they, or won't they?
Jun 22, 2022•2 hr 34 min
The attempts, the successes, the lies, and the coverups. We are still here despite their attempts. In our main segment, we have a very serious discussion about gun violence in the United States. Who has failed the children and teachers who are the innocent victims? Who Is responsible? The Gun Manufacturers? Or the politicians who fail to implement meaningful, responsible, and restrictive gun legislation? Our answers may surprise you.
Jun 08, 2022•3 hr 30 min
America calls it a "Natural Resource”, but water is more than that. Much more. Yet the need and desire of state and federal governments to control access is often a detriment to indigenous People. Is this episode we examine some of these problems. We look at how the effects of man-made climate change is depleting available water, and why water rights arguments from political opponents are challenging some tribes.
May 25, 2022•1 hr 16 min
It is still all about the numbers. The push to stop legal abortion is all about preserving and securing a hold on the ideology of white supremacy. If one was to drill down and see what the push has been in the past it is all about preserving white majorities.
May 16, 2022•2 hr 44 min
There has always been a pervasive greed and hatred toward Natives and other peoples of color in this country. The desire to not be inclusive is a part of the everyday behaviors of State and local governments. When it comes to the overall inequality people of color face in this country, the phrase; ”Let them eat grass.” comes to mind.
May 12, 2022•1 hr 6 min
The more things change the more they stay the same. We have witnessed many changes in Indian Country since our show’s beginning. What a journey it has been!
May 04, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Why do many non-Natives feel we need oversight or mentoring? What is the matter with them? They just can’t help themselves.
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min
"Again, big oil is trying to conflate food prices with ethanol production. The biggest lies always sell."
Apr 16, 2022•25 min
Things were fine with the environment in this country, and water “management” was not a problem until the arrival of the colonizers. In this episode, we take a look at a long-standing and recently overturned federal rule which was used to limit tribal sovereignty.
Apr 12, 2022•53 min
"The US is quick to provide aid to other countries in crisis. Natives and other people of color face crisis' every day with little to no assistance from this government."
Apr 08, 2022•26 min
Tradition comes in many forms. For our indigenous communities, one way they are preserved are through our food systems. In this episode of our show, we present two examples of how tribes are using traditional food systems for the continuance of traditional ways. In our "Racism in America" segment, we focus on a hotel in South Dakota who refuses to allow Native folks to rent rooms, resulting in a federal law suit. Hosts: Michael Kickingbear (Mashantucket Pequot) David Greyowl (Echoda Cherokee)...
Apr 04, 2022•2 hr 51 min
"All we hear about climate change is what we all hear on the news. But who those changes affect are rarely if ever talked about."
Mar 31, 2022•22 min
It really feels like the desire of some folks to embarrass themselves and the country as a whole has finally reached the pinnacle of Lowes. In this episode, we run another story about the Port Neeches Grove High school in Texas, and their continued disgusting behavior of appropriating Native American culture through their athletics sports program, this time their cheerleader squad performing at Walt Disney World. Also in this episode... a discussion of the national embarrassment known as the rep...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min
TITLE DESCRIPTION: We can only dream and continue to fight.
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 9 min
They still don’t understand or don’t want to understand.
Mar 18, 2022•23 min
The theory of the census count favoring and skewing the census numbers to favor non- melaninated people has been proven by the census bureaus’ own confession.
Mar 13, 2022•52 min
"Why?"
Mar 10, 2022•22 min
In relation to Native cultures non-Natives have no interest in the preservation of our cultures. There are many non-Natives who will more times than not do everything possible to either destroy our cultures or stand in the way of our pursuits of our cultures. At this stage of the game, it is no longer a guess as to why this happens. The actions speak loudly for themselves.
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 11 min
"The high prices of goods had already affected Native peoples adversely. Now even higher prices will make it even more difficult for many Native families who are already struggling."
Mar 03, 2022•23 min
In This Episode: 1). Academics, artists, and allies have signed a petition to stop the infamous Theodore Roosevelt statue from being relocated from a storage facility to the ancestral homeland of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) people in North Dakota. 2). Nooksack Tribal leaders say UN’s call for the U.S. to stop evictions of dis-enrolled citizens is filled with ‘misinformation’ Plus listener feedback.
Feb 27, 2022•2 hr 33 min
The return of Bison to the American plains is significant for many reasons.
Feb 26, 2022•18 min
"Why do non-Natives have to think about whether or not to give tribes and nations the rights to govern themselves?"
Feb 18, 2022•23 min
Realization is a real eye-opener and a motivator. When we as Native people realize outside forces will usually lie with their false promises of help and assistance, Native people will take action to move ahead and work around the obstacles. DISCLAIMER: This week's episode of Native Opinion will not be this episode will containing explicit language. Please consider using headphones when listening. Thank You.
Feb 14, 2022•2 hr 18 min
"The powers that be would be believed more often if they just come right out and say they refuse to consult with Native people."
Feb 10, 2022•30 min
Will the curse ever be lifted?Natives continue to suffer because of colonialism despite the paltry, token amounts offered as appeasement.
Feb 09, 2022•3 hr 39 min
"Tribes are discovering endless possibilities for Native communities whose time has come to move forward boldly."
Feb 03, 2022•24 min
Even after stolen land and court rulings favor Natives the stolen land and the favorable rulings are always at a price of some sort. It is never a case of something for nothing. 🤦♂️
Jan 30, 2022•2 hr 48 min
