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Our Native Land

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Join our host, Tchadas Leo as we explore all things Indigenous and First Nations! Our Native Land features fun interviews and compelling discussions about Indigenous and First Nations cuisine, culture, heritage, and more from Vancouver Island and around the world. Recorded at CHEK Studios in Victoria, BC, Tchadas is joined by guests of all backgrounds and professions for educational, emotional, and engaging conversations. If you are interested in being a guest on Our Native Land, please contact us!
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Episodes

EP. 125: Minister Rankin on Our Native Land

Murray Rankin was elected as the MLA for Oak Bay-Gordon Head in 2020. He has served as Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation since 2020 and has also served as Attorney General. Murray is a lawyer with expertise in environmental, Indigenous, and public law. Join host Tchadas Leo as they discuss important and current pressing issues for Indigenous communities in B.C.

Jul 18, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Ep. 122: The Strangling Wolf Brothers

Together Stevie-Ray and Shelby write, direct, produce an act in their own short films. During National Indigenous History Month, the brothers are excited to premiere several of their short films in Vancouver. Join host, Tchadas Leo and learn all about what it takes to produce your passion projects.

Jun 27, 202322 min

Ep. 121: Rob Shulz Founder of Shop First Nation

On this episode of Our Native Land I chat with Rob Shulz, Founder of Shop First nation and his upcoming event. The New West Craft Indigenous Market aims to bolster First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists and small businesses by encouraging consumers to invest in Indigenous made art, goods, and services.

Jun 13, 202323 min

Ep. 120: Chief Jerry Jack

Chief Jerry Jack is Klakwagiila and comes from the House of Tsee-sah-aht. He is a Hereditary Chief from Mowachaht/Muchlaht First Nation (MMFN). Chief Jack has over 40 years of experience in working on First Nations issues including justice, policing, governance, fisheries and environmental management.

Jun 06, 202323 min

Ep. 118: Indigenous Architecture with Patrick Stewart

Patrick Stewart is an architect with many firsts. He was the first Indigenous president of an architectural association in Canada, the first Indigenous president of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia, and the first Indigenous person in BC to own and operate an architectural firm.

May 16, 202323 min

Ep. 117: Local Politics Mayor Marianne Alto

On this week's episode of Our Native Land we talked about the Mayor's first six months in office and her thoughts on how the previous city council handled matters around reconciliation

May 09, 202323 min

Ep. 109: Survival tips continued with Sakej Ward

Sakej returns to Our Native Land to talk about survival tips. This is great for anyone who wants to learn the basics of what it takes to survive out in the woods with minimal supplies.

Mar 07, 202323 min

Ep. 106: Indigenous Resource Network with John Desjarlais

John Desjarlais is the Board Chair of the Indigenous Resource Network the new sponsor to Our Native Land Podcast. Among many accolades, John just received the Queens Platinum Jubilee Medal for Public Service and Reconciliation.

Feb 14, 202323 min

Ep. 104: The Sasha Ha-Ha Show!

Join Tchadas and Indigenous Queer Comedian Sasha Mark who is set to perform at this year's Just For Laughs festival in Vancouver. Warning, this one is filled with jokes and laughter!

Jan 24, 202323 min

Ep. 103: Indigenous Micro Wrestler Eric Ear

You may know what wrestling is… but have you heard of Micro Wrestling? Eric Ear is an Indigenous Little person wrestler touring the states with his crew under the wrestler name: CHIEF LITTLEFOOT. Eric talks about his very recent journey into wrestling and the impact it’s had on his life.

Jan 17, 202322 min

Ep. 102: Indigenous Prosperity Centre with Christina Clarke

The Executive Director of the newly conformed Indigenous Prosperity Centre comes on the show this week. The IPC is committed to the self-directed economic vision of First Nations and Indigenous Peoples on Southern Vancouver Island and throughout British Columbia.

Jan 10, 202322 min

Ep. 101: Language preservation on TikTok with Cedar Étoile

Cedar Étoile comes from the Ditidaht, Ahousaht and Dzawada̱ʼenux̱w Nations. She is a storyteller, steward and language learner based within her nuučaan̓uł roots. Cedar comes on the show to talk about her passion about language revitalization through a TikTok Accelerator program funded by the National Screen Institute program.

Jan 03, 202322 min

Ep. 100: 100th episode part 2!

It has been 100 episodes and 2 years of ONL. Thank you to every single listener and viewer who has supported the show. In this episode, Tchadas continues part 2 with previous guest David Plamondon, owner of Pe Metawe games in Edmonton Alberta. Two additional game-developer guests include, Liam Burns and Roberta Taylor.

Dec 27, 202223 min

Ep. 100: 100th episode part 1!

It has been 100 episodes and 2 years of ONL. Thank you to every single listener and viewer who has supported the show. In this episode, Tchadas sits down with previous guest David Plamondon, owner of PeMetawe games in Edmonton Alberta, Two additional game-developer guests include, Liam Burns and Roberta Taylor.

Dec 20, 202223 min

Ep. 99: White Otter Design Co

Tchadas and his guest, the fabulous designer Jaymie Campbell of White Otter Design Co, chat about her designing journey and what makes her work so unique.

Dec 13, 202222 min

Ep. 98: All aboard BC Ferries with Captain Random Fact!

Isaac Cathers aka Captain Random Fact has been gifting BC Ferry passengers with a random fact of the day for years. It is only recently that he decided to film himself announcing these facts for social media. He now has a good following and loves talking about his Indigenous heritage and his passion for the water. Follow Isaac on all social media platforms by typing in: @captainrandomfact

Dec 06, 202223 min

Ep. 97: Don't Panic! We have Bannock! Elijah Mack

This week we talk to the young and talented franchise owner of Kekuli Cafe: Elijah Mack. Elijah has many accolades including being the winner of the young entrepreneur of the year award from the BC Achievement foundation in 2021.

Nov 29, 202222 min
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