Finally…I'm so excited to tell you the news! I started PowWows.com in 1996 while in graduate school. The community grew and turned into a business years later. All the while I worked a full-time job. For 25+ years I dreamed about being able to work on PowWows.com full time. Now I'm able to do that! I have retired from my day job! Thanks to you for making this happen! And to celebrate I'm having a special contest this month! Enter to win a Teton Trade Cloth Honor Blanket - www.powwows.com/win Sho...
Mar 15, 2022•11 min•Ep. 52
Join Paul G for an interview with Taylor Cheii Begay. Taylor started a web show called the Cheii Show featuring Native business owners and influencers. Find Pow Wows Near You www.powwows.com/powwowsnearme
Mar 08, 2022•24 min•Ep. 51
After 25 years, PowWows.com has grown to include many features, some you may not know about. Today Paul G will share some of the features you may not have used including streaming music, Facebook groups, Native product directory and more. Find Pow Wows Near You www.powwows.com/powwowsnearme
Mar 01, 2022•23 min•Ep. 50
Join Paul G for an interview with Brandon Matis. The only member of the Wind Chill to have played in every season in franchise history, Brandon Matis has been a defensive staple since day one. His commitment to the team is unquestioned; Matis holds team records for games played as well as defensive points played, with 99 and 1144 respectively. Whether he’s skying over opposing receivers for momentum-shifting blocks or contributing on offense after turnovers, Matis makes his presence known every ...
Feb 15, 2022•38 min•Ep. 49
Join Paul G for an interview with the founder of Cheekbone Beauty, Jenn Harper. An award-winning social entrepreneur, Jenn Harper is the founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics INC. Cheekbone Beauty is a digitally native direct to consumer brand that is helping Indigenous youth see themselves in a beauty brand while using the concept of Life Cycle Thinking (LCT) in the brands ethos and in developing products. Creating a new segment in the beauty industry - Sustainable Socially Conscious Be...
Feb 09, 2022•33 min•Ep. 48
Are you planning a trip to a Pow Wow in 2022? Paul G shares his tips for making the most out of your next visit. Whether this is your first trip or your 100th, follow these suggestions to experience the Pow Wow fully. Since 1996, PowWows.com helps you explore and experience Native American culture.
Feb 01, 2022•23 min•Ep. 47
Paul G shares his best travel tips for 2022. Whether you are thinking about going to Pow Wows again in 2022 or want to get more out of your family travel, Paul G will help you create memorable experiences as a family. Since 1996, PowWows.com helps everyone connect with Native American culture.
Jan 25, 2022•31 min•Ep. 46
Join Paul G to discuss the top stories in Indian Country during 2021. We will also discuss the future of PowWows.com.
Jan 18, 2022•32 min•Ep. 45
What a year it has been! We celebrated our 25th Anniversary in 2021! Looking forward to what's next in 2022.
Dec 16, 2021•6 min•Ep. 44
Holiday shopping season is here. Support Indigenous business owners! Shop Native Directory www.powwows.com/shopnative 2021 Native Holiday Gift Guide https://www.powwows.com/2021-native-american-holiday-gift-guide/ Native American Heritage Month Giveaway 12 Blankets from Eight Generation www.powwows.com/win
Nov 23, 2021•18 min•Ep. 43
From fine art to performance art to the masters of the culinary arts, renowned gallerist, TV producer Ruth-Ann Thorn's series "Art of the City" is dedicated to supporting, recognizing, and celebrating the extraordinary efforts of Native American Artists. Join Paul G for an interview with Ruth-Ann Thorn and Frank Blanquet from FNX. Enter this week's trivia contest. www.powwowlife.com Native American Heritage Month Giveaway 12 Blankets from Eight Generation www.powwows.com/win...
Nov 17, 2021•22 min•Ep. 42
Join Paul G this week to discuss the history of PowWows.com. Paul started the site in 1996 while learning HTML. Now PowWows.com is the leading community for people to connect with Native American culture. Enter this week's trivia contest. www.powwowlife.com Native American Heritage Month Giveaway 12 Blankets from Eight Generation www.powwows.com/win
Nov 10, 2021•33 min•Ep. 41
Enter daily for your chance at 12 blankets and other great prizes from Eighth Generation.
Nov 03, 2021•7 min•Ep. 40
I want to celebrate positive role models this week. Here are 5 of my favorite women to follow. Don't miss this week's trivia contest! Enter our new giveaway for a ribbon skirt: www.powwowlife.com
Oct 28, 2021•34 min•Ep. 39
Last week we celebrated Indigenous People's Day. More cities and states are beginning to recognize this holiday. But not everyone agrees. Hear Paul G's thoughts on the holiday. Don't miss this week's trivia contest! Enter our new giveaway for a ribbon skirt: www.powwowlife.com
Oct 19, 2021•32 min•Ep. 38
Taboo from the Black Eye Peas joins Paul G to discuss his new children's book about Identity. Find his book - https://akidsco.com/products/a-kids-book-about-identity Taboo shares where his motivation to help make changes comes from. Support PowWows.com www.powwownation.com Trivia Question www.powwowlife.com New to Pow Wow? www.powwows.com/powwow101
Oct 05, 2021•33 min•Ep. 37
Finally, I was able to attend my first Pow Wow in 2 years. I just landed from my weekend at the Morongo Pow Wow in California. Being back was amazing. I loved seeing old friends, catching up with everyone, and hearing the drum again. With my trip, I have been reflecting on some of my best memories of Pow Wows, and I wanted to share them with you. I've been blessed, thanks to you, to have great experiences. What are your favorite Pow Wow moments? Support PowWows.com www.powwownation.com Trivia Qu...
Sep 28, 2021•31 min•Ep. 37
Join Paul G for an interview with hip hop artists Lil Mike and Funny Bone - also know as Mike Bone. Lil Mike & Funny Bone also known as Mike Bone, Yes the two Native American rappers from America's Got Talent. These OKC brothers, though they may look-a-like they are not twins. Also what they lack in height they make-up for in talent. Mike & Bone respectively - have spent years on stage at clubs, churches, casinos, children's birthday parties, car shows & even retirement homes. Develo...
Sep 21, 2021•26 min•Ep. 36
Now that summer is winding down, it's time to pass that beach book along to a friend and pick up something with more substance. If you’re eyeing something more informative, thrilling, and poignant, then “Winter Counts” needs to be added to your “must-read” list ASAP. Here is a brief summary of the award-winning book. “Virgil Wounded Horse is the local enforcer on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota. When justice is denied by the American legal system or the tribal council, Virgil is h...
Sep 14, 2021•38 min•Ep. 35
Season 2 of This Land podcast focuses on the Indian Child Welfare Act and the implications this law has on tribal sovereignty. Rebecca Nagle is the host of This Land. She joins our podcast to discuss the upcoming season. From Crooked Media: ALM – as referred to in court documents – is a Navajo and Cherokee toddler. When he was a baby, a white couple from the suburbs of Dallas wanted to adopt him, but a federal law said they couldn’t. The Brackeens’ case would have been a normal adoption dispute,...
Sep 07, 2021•22 min•Ep. 34
Deanna Standing Cloud is one of the first females to serve as an Emcee at a Pow Wow. Listen as Deanna talks about how she became a Pow Wow MC.
Aug 31, 2021•27 min•Ep. 33
Join Paul G for an interview with professional disc golfer Leah Tssinajinnie. Leah started in disc sports with Ultimate Frisbee. She recently picked up Disc Golf. Leah now competes on the Disc Golf Pro Tour and is ranked in the top 60 female players in the world. She was recently elected to serve on the Professional Disc Golf Association Board of Directors.
Aug 24, 2021•50 min•Ep. 31
Join Paul G for a conversation with writer and star of Rutherford Falls Jana Schmieding. Rutherford Falls ,” Peacock TV‘s binge-worthy new show, manages to do something few ever have: bring multi-dimensional indigenous characters into an American sitcom. While Native Americans have historically been portrayed as monolithic in American film and TV, “Rutherford Falls” breaks the mold, taking Native Americans out of the box they're so often forced into. But beyond that, the show's just downright br...
Aug 17, 2021•33 min•Ep. 31
Welcome to the Pow Wow Life Podcast from PowWows.com hosted by Paul G. Look forward to more episodes coming each week featuring special guests, news, Pow Wow updates, and more.
Aug 16, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 30
TK Richardson is known for his ledger art. He recently found his calling with his art and this year was the featured artist at Sante Fe Indian Market. Show notes - www.powwows.com/powwowlife29 Music By Rose Hill
Sep 16, 2019•26 min•Ep. 29
Ready for football season? Brent Cahwee from NDNSports.com tells us about the Native athletes to watch this fall. Show Notes www.powwows.com/powwowlife28
Aug 27, 2019•41 min•Ep. 28
The Supreme Court will rule in the Carpenter v Murphy case soon. This case has ramifications for the tribes in Oklahoma and potentially across the United States. Rebecca Nagle's new podcast, This Land, tells the story of this case and the history leading up to this monumental decision. She tells the story in an intriguing and compelling manner that will have you craving the next episode. Show Notes www.powwows.com/powwowlife27
Jul 16, 2019•33 min•Ep. 27
Listen to my interview with Laura Grizzlypaws. Show Notes - https://www.powwows.com/powwowlife26 Grizzlypaws was born and raised in Lillooet, British Columbia in the Interior Plateau region, she is of St’át’imc descent. Her St’át’imc name is “Stálhalamcen – Grizzly Paws,” She belongs to the people of Xwisten the Bear Clan. At the age of sixteen, Grizzlypaws began to relearn the St’át’imc traditions her passion grew stronger in education and the heritage of her people it became a way of life. She...
Jun 25, 2019•33 min•Ep. 26
Adam Sings In the Timber is a photojournalist. His work has been featured the New York Times, USA Today, Native People's Magazine and PowWows.com. Adam has a style that tells stories through photos. Learn more about his work and background. Show notes - www.powwows.com/powwowlife25
Jun 12, 2019•43 min•Ep. 25
Interview with Champion Southern Straight Dancer Juaquin Hamilton. Juaquin Hamilton is an enrolled member of the Sac & Fox Nation. He also represents the Pawnee, Otoe- Missouria, Cheyenne, Kiowa, Apache, & Tonkawa Tribes. He currently resides in Shawnee, Oklahoma with his wife & two children. With an introduction into the arena at an early age, Juaquin has developed a love for singing and dancing in the southern straight dance category. Over the years, he has also held many different...
May 28, 2019•29 min•Ep. 24
