Aunties on Air...and some Uncles too (Lauren Stevens, Saige Purser, Lisa Sockabasin)
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| 15 Oct 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 9: Exploring Identity, Exclusion, & Healing | 01:16:16 | |
Aunties on Air Episode 9:Exploring Identity, Exclusion, & Healing Listeners, you are in for a treat! This conversation with Morgan Talty will set you up for deep thinking, reflection and some laughter. Morgan, an indigenous (Penobscot) author, public speaker and an amazing Dada to his son, Charlie. He will share his works of art with you, describing his process for his newest book “Fire Exit”, a novel that tackles the complexities of living in a world where culture, blood quantum and colonization have had its impacts. The Aunties felt their hearts expand during this episode, cementing their commitment to healing, inclusion, and love. Please come back this Thursday for a special 10-minute episode where the Aunties celebrate Morgan and all his accomplishments! Current Books: Night of the Living Rez - Night of the Living Rez — Morgan Talty Fire Exit - Morgan Talty Featured In: Never Whistle at Night - Anthologies — Morgan Talty
Morgan’s Upcoming Non-Fiction: “Year of the Frog Clan”
Morgan’s Upcoming Fiction: “Doomsday”
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: UMaine - The University of Maine (umaine.edu) UMaine Professor - Morgan Talty - Department of English - University of Maine (umaine.edu) Native American Studies UMaine - Home - Native American Programs - University of Maine (umaine.edu) Native American Program Dartmouth - Home | Native American Program (dartmouth.edu) Eastern Main Community College - emcc.edu The Briar Patch - The Briar Patch Bookshop Louise Erdrich - Louise Erdrich - Wikipedia Louise Erdrich, “The Round House” - The Round House a book by Louise Erdrich (bookshop.org) N. Scott Momaday - N. Scott Momaday - Wikipedia Tommy Orange - Tommy Orange - Wikipedia Tommy Orange, “There There” - There There a book by Tommy Orange (bookshop.org) Tommy Orange, “Wandering Stars” - Wandering Stars a book by Tommy Orange (bookshop.org) Jack Kerouac, “On the Road” - On the Road a book by Jack Kerouac (bookshop.org) Audre Lorde - Audre Lorde - Wikipedia Karen Russell, future release of work (March), “The Antidote” - The Antidote a book by Karen Russell (bookshop.org) MacArthur Genius Grant - Karen Russell - MacArthur Foundation (macfound.org) Oliphant vs. Suquamish Nation - Oliphant v. Suquamish Indian Tribe - Wikipedia Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act - Maine Indian Claims Settlement Legislative History Blood Quantum/Census - Blood Quantum and Sovereignty: A Guide - Native Governance Center New York Times Review - Book Review: ‘Fire Exit,’ by Morgan Talty - The New York Times (nytimes.com) Morgan’s Esquire piece about blood quantum - Blood Quantum: What It Means to Be Indigenous (esquire.com) Leslie Marmon Silko - Leslie Marmon Silko - Wikipedia John Bear - https://umaine.edu/nativeamericanprograms/people/john-bear-mitchell/ PTC Gluskabe Story - My Story is Gluskabe | Penobscot Theatre Company Universityof Maine at Augusta - Augusta • Bangor • Online • Statewide - University of Maine at Augusta (uma.edu) Jennifer Shepard Penobscot Theatre - Jen Shepard | Penobscot Theatre Company Carol Dana - Carol Dana (dawnlandvoices.org) Geo Neptune - Geo Soctomah Neptune - Wikipedia Carol & Kim Episode EPISODE 8 Aunties of Air Penobscot Youth Council - https://wabanakiphw.org/penobscot-nation-youth-council-recognized-as-2022-youth-council-of-the-year/ Wells, Maine Mascot - https://www.wearethewarriorsfilm.com/ Unity, Youth Council - https://unityinc.org/about-unity/ Carmella Bear (25 under 25) - https://unityinc.org/united-national-indian-tribal-youth-announces-25-under-25-youth-leaders-2/ Therese Marie Mailhot, “Heart Berries” - Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot: 9781640091603 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books “Smoke Signals” - Smoke Signals (film) - Wikipedia “What do we do with the Art of Monstruous Men” - The Paris Review - What Do We Do with the Art of Monstrous Men?
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Morgan Talty Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 23 Jul 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 2: Aunties Visit the Studio | 01:24:33 | |
Episode 2: Aunties Visit the Studio This special episode is an extended Auntie conversation! While we could have broken this episode into 2, we decided to keep this conversation together. Please join us for more time together than usual, when the Aunties are in town- you let them talk! The Aunties/Hosts (Lauren, Lisa, and Saige) gathered in the podcast studio to welcome two very special Aunties, Cyril Francis (Passamaquoddy) and Pat Knox-Nicola (Penobscot). These two Aunties are leaders, elders and full of love and wisdom. The Aunties dive in deep, discussing topics such as community, belonging, pride, culture, trauma, movies, and books! The format of the show, as described in the introductory episode, the Aunties (Lauren, Lisa, & Saige) will ask guests seven questions, honoring our seven generations. This episode and all future episodes, you will experience indigenous languages spoken, Wabanaki culture celebrated, and healing happening through conversations and love. Wabanaki traditional music is shared by the amazing Lauren Stevens and Allen Sockabasin.
Wabanaki Words Used: Tan kahk (How are you?) tan kahk | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Psi-te wen (everyone, everybody) psi-wen, psi-te wen | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Woliwon (thank) woliwon | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Ktoliwis (name) liwisu | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Peskotomuhkat nil peskotomuhkat | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Nuceyew Sipayik Sipayik | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Cihkonaqcik cihkonaqc | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Yalahsehniket yalahsenike, alahsenike | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Kinalokittiyena kinalokittiyena (Pesk), kinalokitt (Wol) | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) apc-oc | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Woliwon (thank you) woliwon | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org)
Topics Discussed: WPHW Website Home | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (wabanakiphw.org) CISM CCISM Trifold Brochure.pdf Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness Mobile Food Pantry FAQ's https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/wabanaki-public-health/community-land-wellness/mobile-food-pantry/mobile-food-pantry-faq/ Mobile Food Pantry | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (wabanakiphw.org) Alcoholics Anonymous Have a problem with alcohol? There is a solution. | Alcoholics Anonymous (aa.org)
Show Highlights: Morgan Talty @ Morgan Talty Isabelle Knockwood Out of the Depths, 4th Edition: The Experiences of Mi’kmaw Children at the Indian Residential School at Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia – Fernwood Publishing Killers of the Flower Moon — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ (youtube.com) Allen Sockabasin https://g.co/kgs/KhBQsR5 Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe-Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Cyril Francis, Pat Knox-Nicola Editor: Gavin Allen, Tiana Aurelio Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 07 Jan 2025 | Aunties on Air Episode 15: Reflecting on the Run! We did it! | 00:34:33 | |
Episode 15: Reflecting on the Run! We did it! Our run is DONE! And boy was it FUN! The Millinocket Marathon & Half did not disappoint! Our Team showed up with the energy to run, cheer, and serve! It was a cold start to the morning, just over 0 degrees, but warm with love! Auntie Lauren started the race with a traditional song, honoring Wabanaki history and recognizing our connection to the sacred territory, Mt. Katahdin. Race day was filled with excitement, the crowd was ready to cheer and did so every mile of the race! The runners, including Auntie Lisa and Auntie Saige, came with commitment and smiles on their faces despite the frigid temperatures! And.. the race organizers, a dynamic team which includes Uncle Gary Allen (episode 11), who amaze us every year, we thank you! Kci Woliwon! Please sit back or take a walk and listen to our reflections from the run and hear from other Team Wabanaki runners!
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Millinocket Marathon - Millinocket Marathon Gary Allen - Gary Allen (runner) - Wikipedia Mile Markers -Millinocket Marathon and Half Ktaadn Resorts - https://www.neoc.com/ “Run Millinocket” by Jenn Schott - Run Millinocket
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Team Wabanaki Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 24 Dec 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 14: Celebrating the Season & Each Other | 00:37:40 | |
Episode 14: Celebrating the Season & Each Other The “Aunties on Air” Team wishes all of our listeners a joyous holiday season! Our entire team is around the table for a holiday celebration. We wish for comfort and love for every person. For any of you that feel struggle at this time, we pray, light smudge, and hold you close today and always. Please stay to the end of our holiday celebration, Auntie Lauren shares a very special rendition of Silent Night with a special guest. It’s not to be missed.. your heart will thank you!
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Merlin Sheldrake, “The Entangled Life” - The Entangled Life The Katahdin General Store - https://www.katahdingeneral.com/ Millinocket Marathon - Millinocket Marathon Bangor Beautiful - https://www.bangorbeautiful.org/ Robin Wall Kimmerer , “The Serviceberry” - The Serviceberry Robin Wall Kimmerer, “Braiding Sweetgrass” - Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer, “Gathering Moss” - Gathering Moss Morgan Talty, “Fire Exit” - Fire Exit Passamaquoddy Maple - https://www.passamaquoddymaple.com/
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Gavin Allen, Macy Flanders Producer: Gavin Allen
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| 24 Sep 2024 | Coming Up Next on Aunties; Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends | 00:07:16 | |
We are so excited for next Tuesday, October 1st! We want our listeners to know what is upcoming, a conversation with two special people in our (the Aunties) lives, our friends Carol Wishcamper and Kimberly Crichton. Two friends dedicated to serving our tribal communities in so many ways! Our conversation was filled with laughter, insights and deep connections. We know you will enjoy this conversation, please listen to the quick clip that describes our next episode and hear Auntie Lauren and late Allen Sockabasin share a special song. Also-please remember to tune in next Tuesday for the full episode!
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 5: The Arts: Essential to Healing | 01:03:07 | |
Episode 5: The Arts: Essential to Healing Woliwon (Thank you) for joining us for this essential episode on healing! The healing of our bodies, relationships, and Mother Earth is the focus of the Aunties on Air Pod! Healing is hard work. It takes commitment, love for self, and support from those who care for us. It also takes the ARTS! We heal through music, literature, photography, painting, and all forms of creative expression. For thousands of years, Indigenous people from across our world have recognized the deep connection between the arts and healing. In this episode you will hear how collaboration and the arts have transformed the experiences and healing of many. You will meet our friends, Jen and Annette, both stars in the Bangor, Maine area. They both lead vibrant organizations that promote the abundance art brings to a community. The Penobscot Theater, Bangor Beautiful, and the Rock and Art Shop- all critical when discussing community healing within our territory. Both Wabanaki people and non-indigenous people living Wabanaki Territory will feel the love and commitment to community through this episode! Please sit back and take in the healing power of the ARTS! Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Woliwon https://pmportal.org/dictionary/woliwon
Topics Discussed: Rock and Art Shop- Bangor — The Rock and Art Shop Bangor Beautiful- https://www.bangorbeautiful.org/home Penobscot Theatre- Penobscot Theatre Company | Bangor's Professional Theatre Donna Brown- https://www.wabanakiwomenscoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/WWC-Announcement-of-Executive-Director.jpg Bee Mural- Bangor Beautiful - Good of the Hive Mural PTC Gluskabe Performance- https://www.penobscottheatre.org/project/my-story-is-gluskabe/ Carol Dana Quote- https://www.bangordailynews.com/2024/03/01/bangor/penobscot-theatre-gluskabe-play-joam40zk0w/ Carol Dana- Carol Dana (dawnlandvoices.org) WPHW Mural- New Hammond St. ground mural brightens Downtown Bangor (wabi.tv) Fiddlehead Mural- The Man Behind Bangor's Newest Mural; Maine's 'Color Wizard' (i95rocks.com)
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet-Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq-Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township- Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik- Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation-Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/ Woliwon: Guests: Annette Dodd, Jen Shepard Editor: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin
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| 17 Oct 2024 | The Aunties & Others Celebrate Morgan Talty | 00:14:58 | |
Bonus: The Aunties & Others Celebrate Morgan Talty The Aunties are back to celebrate Morgan! Every chance we get, Aunties on Air celebrates people, their accomplishments, and their efforts! Morgan has published two award winning books, The Night of the Living Rez and Fire Exit and completed many other writings for anthologies, magazines, and online publications. A Penobscot author and professor at the University of Maine, Morgan is a gift to the Wabanaki Nations and beyond. As we are all aware, our world is experiencing great divisiveness and intolerance, turning to celebration and responsibility will move us to a world where we are all proud, visible, and thriving.
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 10 Dec 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 13: Water is Life (Samaqan nit pomawsuwakon) | 00:56:39 | |
Episode 13: Water is Life (Samaqan nit Pomawsuwakon) The Aunties welcome two honored Passamaquoddy guests to the studio, Chief Pos Bassett and Attorney Corey Hinton. This is the first time a Wabanaki Chief has been in the studio and the Aunties are honored. Both Corey and Chief Bassett will discuss the history of the Sipayik Passamaquoddy water crisis, where have we been and where are we now. Maine, “the way life should be” is often how you see this state described. Maine has a brand, it is a brand that includes vast forests, beautiful coastlines, robust rivers, and clean air. While Wabanaki Territory (what some now call Maine) is a sacred home to Wabanaki people and has been for thousands of years, we know the risks deep within the land and created by the people. Passamaquoddy people have lived with dirty water for generations, poisonous water entering the community and homes of the people. Throughout the state of Maine, when water is unsafe, the response is fierce, and the problem is mitigated. For the Passamaquoddy people, the story has been different. Why?
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Corey Hinton - Corey Hinton Chambers Profile Chief Bassett - Pos_Bassett – Sipayik Tribal Government Maine Public Radio Clip - Clean drinking water bill for Passamaquoddy tribe draws a crowd Read more about Clean Water for Passamaquoddy tribe in Sipayak - Support LD 906: Clean water for Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik Samaqannihkuk Well - https://wabanaki.com/samaqannihkuk_well/ Passmaquoddy Water District - Passamaquoddy Water District – Informational Carbon Filter - New filters to improve PWD water quality Maine Public Radio/Chief Maggie Dana - Passamaquoddy Tribe Hopes New Solutions — And Sovereignty — Can Help Address Longstanding Water Problems | Maine Public Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness Water Quality Program - The Water Quality Program Brunswick, Maine Drinking Water Testing - DEP tests drinking water from Brunswick homes after toxic spill Rena Newell - Representative Rena Newell Susan Collins - Susan Collins Smokey’s BBQ - Smokey's BBQ
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Chief Pos Bassett, Corey Hinton Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 31 Dec 2024 | Gratitude & Forgiveness: Leaning into 2025 | 00:37:48 | |
BONUS - Gratitude & Forgiveness: Leaning into 2025 The Aunties are joining you on New Year’s Eve from their podcast studio in downtown Bangor, Maine! We are preparing to ring in 2025 and want to wish all our listeners a year filled with joy, abundance, and healing! Our team is excited to welcome you to a wonderful “in studio” New Year’s Eve celebration where the Aunties reflect on the previous year and share their wishes for the year to come, while remaining grateful to you, our listeners and our “Aunties on Air” guests! This episode, the Aunties and special guest, Cyril Francis will share a beautiful Passamaquoddy tradition that is often practiced during this special time of year. We are looking forward to joining us in the New Year, as we fill the studios calendar with guests from across Wabanaki Territory and beyond! Please continue to tune in as we enter the second half of Season 1 of Aunties on Air in 2025! Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Downtown Bangor - Why Downtown Bangor - Bangor Downtown Millinocket Marathon - Millinocket Marathon & Half: Race Overview — Crow Athletics Carol Wishcamper - Trained at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland Kimberly Crichton - Transform. LLC | The quest to build a bigger, more beautiful world with art and words.
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders New Years Tradition Translation: Cyril Francis | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 1: Introduction | 00:44:00 | |
Episode: Intro The Aunties/Hosts (Lauren, Lisa, and Saige) gathered in the pod cast studio to discuss their hopes for Aunties on Air… and some Uncles too. You will hear the Aunties discuss their passions, work, and love for their indigenous communities. The format of the show is discussed in this introductory episode. Each episode, the Aunties will ask guests seven questions, honoring our seven generations. This episode and all future episodes, you will experience indigenous languages spoken, Wabanaki culture celebrated, and healing happening through conversations and love. Wabanaki traditional music is shared by the amazing Lauren Stevens and Allen Sockabasin. Wabanaki Words Used: Tus (daughter) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/tusol Qoss (son) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/qossol Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) apc-oc | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Tan kahk (How are you?) tan kahk | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Psi-wen (everyone, everybody) psi-wen, psi-te wen | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Pihce (long ago) pihce | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Woliwon (thank you) woliwon | Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal (pmportal.org) Topics Discussed: WPHW Website Home | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (wabanakiphw.org) WPHW Social https://www.facebook.com/WabanakiPHW CISM CCISM Trifold Brochure.pdf The acronym CISM stands for, critical incident stress management. It is the most widely used crisis intervention system in the world started in 1988. Our Wabanaki Nations Wampum CISM focuses on our culture and traditional healing ways, combined with core components to guide us through a crisis. The WNW CISM Support Network is comprised of 5 mobile crisis response teams throughout all Wabanaki Tribal territories. Our mission is to provide peer assistance to all affected members of a community during or after a critical incident. Our philosophy is to offer intentional supports and maintain a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and to do no harm. The Network seeks to lessen the impact of stress reactions through a variety of interventions provided by our fully trained peer support personnel. Wabanaki Ship https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/research/internship-programs/ Show Highlights: Ann Pardilla- Ann was born and raised on Indian Island, with extended family in Kingsclear, NB and Mountain View, Oklahoma. She Married George Pardilla and during his Air Force career they were stationed in the U.S and overseas. In 1975 they returned to Indian Island, Maine where they re-established Chief Poolaw’s Trading Post. Ann Irene was active in community and government affairs on Penobscot Tribal Council and as Lieutenant Governor. She was a Penobscot Culture Keeper and was a leader and mentor for Wabanaki traditional ceremonies. Lauren Stevens Performance with Yo Yo Ma https://vimeo.com/752751830 Salt bay Chamber & WPHW Concert Salt Bay Chamber Performance (3).pdf Allen Sockabasin https://g.co/kgs/KhBQsR5 Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Editor: Gavin Allen, Nate Brown Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin
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| 30 Jul 2024 | Coming Up Next on Aunties; Our Young People are in the Studio! | 00:04:08 | |
We are so excited for next Tuesday, August 6th! We wanted our listeners to know what is upcoming, a conversation with our young people, dedicated to serving our communities during their summer! Our conversation was filled with laughter, insight, and responsibilities. We know you will feel inspired by this young talent who are deeply committed to healing! Tune in next week! Wabanaki SHIP https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/research/internship-programs/ Special Thanks/ Woliwon: Editor: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 10: Wabanaki Food Systems: Healing our Past, Present, and Future | 01:44:17 | |
Episode 10: Wabanaki Food Systems: Healing our Past, Present, and Future
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Katahdin Kitchen - Katahdin Kitchen Instagram Korean Dad - Korean Dad ssipsis (Jazz’s grandmother, poet, homesteader, activist, author of “Molly Molases and Me”) - ssipsis Portland Museum of Art - Portland Museum of Art Bissell Brothers in Milo, ME - Bissell Brothers - Taproom & Kitchen Dene - Dene Nation Navajo Taco - Navajo Tacos Recipe North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems - North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (natifs.org) Three Sisters Succotash - Three Sisters Succotash Recipe Roger Paul - Roger Paul Niweskok - Niweskok Wabanaki Food Sovereignty Wild Rice (food) - How to Cook Wild Rice Denver Omelet (dish) - The Denver Omelet Recipe Reservation Dogs - Reservation Dogs Soul Fire Farm - SOUL FIRE FARM Passamaquoddy Maple - Passamaquoddy Maple Syrup Passamaquoddy Wild - Passamaquoddy Wild Blueberry Co A Taste of Two Worlds (Cookbook) - "A Taste of Two Worlds" University of Southern Maine - University of Southern Maine Niweskok - https://www.niweskok.org/ Presente Maine - https://www.presentemaine.org/ Land Trust - https://www.bomazeenlandtrust.org/ Bonnie Newsom - https://umaine.edu/anthropology/dr-bonnie-newsom/ Jennifer Neptune - Jennifer Neptune – artist – Indian Connections
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Jasmine Thompson-Tintor, Joe Robbins Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 21 Jan 2025 | Aunties on Air Episode 16: Leaning in.. to forgiveness, reconciliation & healing | 00:57:17 | |
Episode 16: Leaning in.. to forgiveness, reconciliation & healing Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Commissioner Liberty - Randall Liberty | Office of Governor Janet T. Mills Maine Department of Corrections - Home | Department of Corrections Clinton, Maine - Clinton, Maine - Wikipedia Maine State Prison - Maine State Prison | Department of Corrections Sommerset County - Somerset County Maine | Sheriff's Office Fairfield Police Department - Town of Fairfield, Maine - Fairfield Police Department Kennebeck County Sheriff’s Office - Kennebec County Sheriff's Office Janet Mills - Janet Mills - Wikipedia Earned Living Units (Maine State Prison) - Maine state prison officials say they’ve reduced solitary confinement to a memory Seoul, South Korea - Seoul - Wikipedia Falluja, Iraq - Fallujah - Wikipedia Maine Department of Agriculture - Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry University of Maine Cooperative Extension - Maine Compost School Fedco - About Fedco - Fedco Johnny’s Selected Seeds - Johnny’s Selected Seeds Mark McBrine - Leadership Team — Maine Farm to Institution MOFGA - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association Maine Grains - Locally grown, organic, heritage grains – Maine Grains Maine Criminal Justice Academy - Maine Criminal Justice Academy | Department of Public Safety PRIMO (Muslim Education Program) - Maine State Prison pilots program to give Muslim inmates a faith-based path to rehabilitation | Maine Public Fort Benning - Fort Moore - Wikipedia Fort Leonard Wood - Fort Leonard Wood - Wikipedia West Point Academy - United States Military Academy West Point Maine Military & Community Network - Maine Military & Community Network – Supporting Maine Military Members, Veterans, and their families in their local communities. Maine State Prisons Veteran’s Services - Veterans' Services | Department of Corrections University of Maine at Augusta Veteran’s Services - Veterans & Military Personnel at UMA - University of Maine at Augusta Veteran Brian L. Buker - Veteran of the Day U.S. Army Veteran Brian L. Buker - Aerotech News & Review Long Creek Young and Development Center - Long Creek Youth Development Center | Department of Corrections Second Chance Pell-Grant - Everything You Need To Know About Second Chance Pell Grant - Pell Grants
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Commissioner Randy Liberty Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 06 Aug 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 3: Our Young People are in the Studio | 00:42:21 | |
Episode 3: Our Young People are in the Studio Aunties Lisa and Saige took over the studio as they welcomed our Wabanaki summer college interns Caroline, Gavin, and Kristin, and their coordinator Jillian! Each student is working on a project that supports healing in our Wabanaki nations. WPHW is grateful for their energy, commitment, and passion! In this session, you will hear the students discussing their hopes, dreams, and experiences this summer. This is an episode not to miss! Wabanaki Ship https://wabanakiphw.org/departments/research/internship-programs/ Bigelow Labatory Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences - Bold Science for Our Blue Planet
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Editor: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, and Reanna Sockabasin
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| 08 Jul 2024 | Aunties on Air...and some Uncles too trailer | 00:02:20 | |
Your Hosts Lauren, Lisa & Saige welcome listeners to Aunties on Air... and some Uncles too. The hosts are delighted to begin creating sacred space for all guests and listeners to connect to culture, community and each other. The Aunties will take you on a journey where every listener will experience the healing powers of connection. Please come join the hosts and guests as they deliver good medicine through a traditional story telling way.
Special Thanks/ Woliwon: Editor: Gavin Allen, Nate Brown Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 04 Feb 2025 | Aunties on Air Episode 17: For the Love of Healing | 01:30:21 | |
Episode 17: For the Love of Healing “For the Love of.. Series” launches the first episode of the series: For the Love of Healing. Auntie Lauren & Auntie Lisa welcome two special guests to the studio, both guests known in Wabanaki territory for their commitment to healing. Chief Clarissa Sabattis and Steve Knockwood talk about their personal stories of healing and how their work provides healing opportunities to others. Our guests’ deep commitment to indigenous people and all people who wish to heal, is both apparent and extraordinary. Sacred stories of healing are heard throughout this special episode, providing hope to all who listen. The Aunties could not have thought of a better way to begin our month of LOVE together. Please remember to tune in each Tuesday in February for our “For the Love of… Series”. Next week, we bring to you Yo Yo Ma! This week, sit back, breathe deep, lean and listen, each day healing is so near. Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Chief Clarissa Sabattis - Chief Sabattis Steve Knockwood - A Cultural Connection Drives Personal Transformation Journey Magazine Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians Tibe - Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians Littleton, ME Mi’kmaq Tribe - Mi'kmaq Nation Presque Isle, ME Residential Schools - The U.S. history of Native American Boarding Schools — The Indigenous Foundation Meduxnekeag River - Meduxnekeag River - Wikipedia Sharon Tomah Jordan - Meet Our Team | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness Imelda Pearly - Dr. Imelda Perley, Opolahsomuwehs Resmaa Menakeem, “My Grandmother’s Hands” - My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies: Menakem, Resmaa Unmarked Graves Discovery - Canada: 751 unmarked graves found at residential school , Why So Many Children Died at Indian Residential Schools MIECHV - Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program Unity - Unity, Inc. – United National Indian Tribal Youth Penobscot Nation Youth Council - Penobscot Nation Youth Council Opportunity House - Wabanaki Recovery Homes Wabanaki Care Line – 1-844-844-2622
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Chief Clarissa Sabattis, Steve Knockwood Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 19 Nov 2024 | Bonus: Milestone and Magical Moments! The Aunties & Team Celebrate! | 00:35:00 | |
Bonus: Milestone and Magical Moments! The Aunties & Team celebrate! Aunties on Air… and some Uncles too has something to celebrate! You all know we like to celebrate, find joy, and recognize accomplishments as much as possible. We also know that despair and difficulty is near each of us and there are many things that may get us down. Aunties on Air strives to be that space where yes, we can talk about difficult things and as importantly, where we find joy, laughter, and support. In this episode, you will hear that laughter and feel that joy as we celebrate our podcast reaching double digit episodes! While we know we are babies in the pod world, starting just 6 months ago, we are proud that we have shared deeply important stories with our listeners. Reaching the 6 month (and double digit episode) milestone is when we thought… why not.. Let’s throw a party! This shorter in length pod episode is not short of celebration! Please join us while we have a conversation with many of those involved with the Aunties podcast! We talk about our lessons learned so far, our hopes for the future, and much more!
Shows Posted: Trailer - Aunties on Air…and some Uncles too Trailer Episode 1 – Introduction Episode 2 – Aunties Visit the Studio Bonus - Coming Up Next on Auntie; Our Young People are in the Studio! Episode 3 – Our Young People are in the Studio Episode 4 – Uncles Visit the Studio Episode 5 – The Arts: Essential to Healing Episode 6 – Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities Episode 7 - Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities - Part Two Bonus – Coming Next on Aunties; Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends Episode 8 - Coming Next on Aunties; Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends Episode 9 – Exploring Identity, Exclusion, & Healing Bonus – The Aunties & Others Celebrate Morgan Talty Episode 10 – Wabanaki Food Systems: Healing our Past, Present, and Future Bonus – Voting, Voices, & Visibility Episode 11 – Community Healing & the Millinocket Marathon
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Franks Bakery – Frank's Bake Shop - Bangor, ME Yo-Yo Ma – Yo-Yo Ma - Wikipedia Jeremey Dutcher - Jeremy Dutcher - Wikipedia
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 8: Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends | 01:09:48 | |
Episode 8: Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends Today is the day! We welcome our friends Carol Wishcamper and Kimberly Crichton and we release a special song by Lauren Stevens and the late Allen Sockabasin, Amazing Grace. Spending time with two special people in our (the Aunties) lives, a conversation not to miss. Our two friends dedicated to serving our tribal communities in so many ways! This conversation will be filled with laughter, insights and deep connections. You will hear the passions of both of these special women and the fierceness they provide to those they love. Remember to stay till the end for a special song by Lauren and Allen.
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Bangor Beautiful - Bangor Beautiful The Rock & Art Shop - Bangor — The Rock and Art Shop Truth and Reconciliation Commission - Truth & Reconciliation - Wabanaki REACH Pineland - https://shadowsofpineland.org/ Malaga Island - Malaga Island: An Overview of its Cultural and Natural History – Maine Coast Heritage Trust (mcht.org) Charlie Howard Murder - https://www.mainepublic.org/news/2024-07-07/sunday-marks-40th-anniversary-of-brutal-murder-of-charlie-howard-in-bangor Indigenous Queer Authors - https://nativemaxmagazine.com/5-books-written-by-two-spirit-indigiqueer-authors/ Land Back Movement - First Light Learning Journey | Peter Forbes Adrienne Maree Brown - adrienne maree brown – awe. liberation. pleasure. Dawnland Film - https://upstanderproject.org/films/dawnland Wabanaki Alliance - Home - Wabanaki Alliance Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin - Thanks to the Animals a book by Allen Sockabasin and Rebekah Raye (bookshop.org) Penobscot Theater Company Gluskabe - My Story is Gluskabe | Penobscot Theatre Company
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/ Woliwon: Guests: Carol Wishcamper, Kimberly Crichton Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 12: Sovereignty: What We Hold Sacred | 00:51:04 | |
Episode 12: Sovereignty: What We Hold Sacred A conversation not to miss! As we wrap up Native American Heritage Month and enter a holiday week for some, this episode has perfect timing! Wabanaki Territory, or what some call the State of Maine, is a sacred place. A place that has provided Wabanaki people abundance for thousands of years. A place that desperately needs her people to heal.
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Wabanaki Alliance - Wabanaki Alliance Website 1980 Maine Indian Land Claims Settlement Act - Summary of the 1980 Maine Indian Land Claims Act Penobscot Nation Tribal Council - Tribal Council, Penobscot Nation Chief Kirk Frances - Tribal Chiefs Timeline, Penobscot Nation Maine Indian State Tribal Commission - About MITSC Oromocto First Nations - Oromocto First Nation Skowhegan Mascots - Change of Skowhegan Mascot State House (Maine) - Visiting the State House Donna Loring - Donna M. Loring Morgan Talty - Morgan Talty Penobscot Nation Tribal Youth Council - Penobscot Nation Youth Council Unity Youth Council - All About Youth Councils Blood Quantum - Blood Quantum Laws Shubenacadie – Residential School - Former Shubenacadie Indian Residential School National Historic Site Wolastoqiyik - Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) About Census - Indian Census Rolls Morgan Talty Esquire Article - Blood Quantum: What It Means to Be Indigenous Barry Dana - Barry Dana Great Northern Paper v. Penobscot Nation - Great Northern Paper v. Penobscot Nation, 2001 Me. 68 (2001) Norridgewock Massacre - Norridgewock Massacre Sipayik Drinking Water Crisis - Sipayik Drinking Water Crisis Robin Wall Kimmerer, “The Serviceberry” - Amazon.com: The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Maulian Bryant, Zeke Crofton-MacDonald Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 7: Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities -PART TWO | 00:41:31 | |
Episode 7: Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities – PART TWO Join us back for more time with Dr. Darren Ranco! The Aunties and Uncle Darren will continue to dive into discussions about Wabanaki land, the connection we have to this land we collectively share, and our responsibilities to our Mother Earth. Uncle Darren displays his commitment to young people and shares exciting work he is helping to lead, the Wabanaki Ways Program. Listeners will continue to hear stories from Darren and learn about two amazing products that the Aunties brought in to share! Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed: Molly Denali - https://pbskids.org/molly/videos Wabanaki Commission of Land Stewardship - https://dawnlandreturn.org/wabanaki-commission/about-us Turtle Island - North America Two Eyed Seeing - https://youtu.be/bA9EwcFbVfg Southeast Sustainable Partnership - https://sustainablesoutheast.net Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/ Passamaquoddy maple - https://www.passamaquoddymaple.com/ Passamaquoddy Blueberries - https://www.pquoddyberries.com/ UMaine Wabanaki Youth in Science (WaYS) - Wabanaki Youth in Science (WaYS) - Native American Programs - University of Maine (umaine.edu) UMaine Penobscot Language signs - Penobscot Signs at the University of Maine (umaine.edu) UMaine Native American Programs - Wabanaki Center - Native American Programs - University of Maine (umaine.edu) Gathering Sweetgrass Acadia - Gathering Sweetgrass and Renewing the Past: How Science at Acadia Is Making a Course Correction (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Darren Ranco Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin
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| 04 Nov 2024 | Exploring our Responsibilities: Voting, Voices, & Visibility | 00:55:33 | |
BONUS: Exploring our Responsibilities: Voting, Voices, & Visibility Calling all listeners to this BONUS Episode: Voting, Voices, & Visibility. Our conversation with Maine’s Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows provides our listeners with voting tips, important history about elections in Maine, and how to be ready for Election Day! Tomorrow is election day, an important day to celebrate democracy! Indigenous people have had a difficult history related to voting and visibility in this country. This history must be told, the truth telling is long overdue. The Aunties share stories and perspectives related to voting in Maine and their hopes for the future. The Secretary and the Aunties also discussed their upcoming race they will be running together, the Millinocket Marathon. The time spent together is a mix, of both difficulty and joy.
Topics Discussed: Shenna Bellows - Shenna Bellows Secretary of State - What is a Secretary of State? Upcoming Sovereignty Episode (Featuring Maulian Bryant and Zeke Croft-Macdonald) State House - Maine State House Hancock, Maine - Town of Hancock, Maine Bill of Rights - Bill of Rights, U.S. Constitution Legislative Debates Around Sovereignty - Maine Legislature to Debate Tribal Sovereignty Citizenship Law (1924) in Maine - Coolidge Signs Indian Citizenship Act Native Suffrage Granted (1954), Natives Gain Right to Vote in Local and State Elections (1967) - Native Americans' Long Journey to US Citizenship and Voting Rights University of Southern Maine - University of Southern Maine Maine Citizens Guide to Referendum Questions - Maine Citizen's Guide to Referendum Questions Millinocket Marathon - Millinocket Marathon & Half: Race Overview Katahdin Resorts/New England Outdoor Center - New England Outdoor Center Julie Flynn - Julie Flynn: Deputy Secretary of State, Work Organizing Elections Passamaquoddy Maple - Passamaquoddy Maple Passamaquoddy Wild - Passamaquoddy Wild Blueberry Co. A Taste of Two Worlds (Cookbook) - "A Taste of Two Worlds"
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Shenna Bellows Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 11 Feb 2025 | Aunties on Air Episode 18: For the Love of Music | 00:52:05 | |
Episode 18: For the Love of Music “For the Love of.. Series” launches the second episode of the series: For the Love of Music. Auntie Lauren & Auntie Lisa welcome a very special guest to the studio, Yo Yo Ma! Uncle Yo Yo shares his commitment to music, stories of childhood, and his love for Wabanaki territory. Aunties Lauren and Lisa sit in conversation with Uncle Yo Yo and talk all things values, service, and love for one another. Our special Uncle has released over 100 albums, played for presidents, and won Grammys! The Aunties and listeners are very fortunate to spend this time with such a special soul. Please remember to tune in each Tuesday in February for our “For the Love of… Series”. Next week, we bring you another new episode that you will not want to miss!
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Yo-Yo Ma - Yo-Yo Ma Chris Newell - Chris Newell | NEFA Wayne Newell - Wayne A. Newell - Friends Journal Time’s Most 100 Influential People Article - Yo-Yo Ma Is on the 2020 TIME 100 List | TIME Silkroad Ensemble - Silkroad Artists — Silkroad Roger Paul - Roger Paul - Global Citizens Circle Hawk Henries - Hawk Henries’ Biography | Hawk Henries Wabanaki Dictionary - Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey Language Portal Weckuwapok - Weckuwapok | Reciprocity Project
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Yo Yo Ma Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 6: Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities -PART ONE | 00:59:26 | |
Episode 6: Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities - PART ONE Join us for our episode with Dr. Darren Ranco! Land Back, Land Return, Land Stewardship are words many of us have heard before. In this two-part episode (part two released this Thursday, September 19th), the Aunties and Uncle Darren will dive into discussions about Wabanaki land, the connection we have to this land we collectively share, and our responsibilities to our Mother Earth. You will meet our friend, Darren, a professor at the University of Maine and a champion for Indigenous students. Uncle Darren will talk about exciting work he is helping to lead here in Wabanaki Territory, all focused on land protection and stewardship. Please tune in to this episode and part 2, you will feel the powerful connection our land has to our healing.
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Topics Discussed: Molly Denali - https://pbskids.org/molly/videos Wabanaki Commission of Land Stewardship - https://dawnlandreturn.org/wabanaki-commission/about-us Turtle Island - North America Two Eyed Seeing - https://youtu.be/bA9EwcFbVfg Southeast Sustainable Partnership - Woven peoples + place in Southeast Alaska. - (sustainablesoutheast.net) Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/ Passamaquoddy maple - https://www.passamaquoddymaple.com/ Passamaquoddy Blueberries - https://www.pquoddyberries.com/ UMaine Penobscot Language signs - Penobscot Signs at the University of Maine (umaine.edu) UMaine Native American Programs - Wabanaki Center - Native American Programs - University of Maine (umaine.edu) Gathering Sweetgrass Acadia - Gathering Sweetgrass and Renewing the Past: How Science at Acadia Is Making a Course Correction (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guest: Darren Ranco Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin | |||
| 12 Nov 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 11: Community Healing & the Millinocket Marathon | 01:05:15 | |
Episode 11: Community Healing & the Millinocket Marathon
Wabanaki Words Used: Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc
Topics Discussed: Register for the Millinocket Marathon Here - Millinocket Marathon & Half: Reg Info Artisan Fair - Millinocket Marathon & Half: Schedule of Events — Crow Athletics Millinocket Paper Mill Industry - Great Northern Paper Company Timeline New England Outdoor Center - New England Outdoor Center Boston Marathon - Boston Marathon New York City Marathon - TCS New York City Marathon Central Park - Central Park - Wikipedia Mt. Desert Island Marathon - Run MDI: Mount Desert Island Marathon, Half & Relay Cadillac Mountain - Cadillac Mountain - Wikipedia Pellitier Manufacturing - Pelletier Manufacturing Inc. Maine Sports Commission - Maine Sports Commission Mills Award - Allen honored by Mills | Archives | mdislander.com 7th Generation Thinking - Seven generation sustainability - Wikipedia Mobile Food Pantry - Mobile Food Pantry: Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness Hike Katahdin - 10 Best trails near Mount Katahdin | AllTrails Appalachian Trail - Appalachian Trail Interactive Map Tara Dower - Tara Dower Appalachian Trail Speed Record: How She Did It
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Gary Allen Producer: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Aunties on Air Episode 4: Uncles Visit the Studio | 01:06:35 | |
Episode 4: Uncles Visit the Studio The day is finally here! Our Uncles join us in the podcast studio! And just like our Auntie episode, our time with our Uncles extended beyond our normal episode length. While we could have broken this episode into 2, we decided to keep this conversation together. The Uncles had many stories to tell, wisdom to share, and community resources to talk about! The Aunties/Hosts (Lauren, Lisa, and Saige) gathered in the podcast studio to welcome two very special Uncles Chris Newell (Passamaquoddy) and Ralph Cammack (Maliseet). These two Uncles are leaders in education, service, and culture. They are both full of love and wisdom. The Uncles take us on a journey where they share their childhood dreams, mentors, and experiences as indigenous boys growing up in both indigenous and non-indigenous communities. We learn from the Uncles that career paths are sometimes clear and often murky. The importance of mentorship, sharing culture and story are highlighted throughout this important conversation. The Aunties and Uncles talk about the difficulty indigenous and students of color face when entering academia and reaching for academic success. While the difficulty is shared, Chris and Ralph also share numerous resources with our listeners (found in the show notes). The Aunties encourage all to look and dig in more. In this episode and all future episodes, you will experience indigenous languages spoken, Wabanaki culture celebrated, and healing happening through conversations and love. Wabanaki traditional music is shared by the amazing Lauren Stevens and Allen Sockabasin.
Wabanaki Words Used: Qoss (son) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/qossol Apc-oc (again in the future, parting, good-bye, farewell) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/apc-oc Tus (daughter) https://pmportal.org/dictionary/tusol
Topics Discussed: Wayne Newell - https://www.friendsjournal.org/wayne-a-newell/ Lauren Stevens Performance with Yo Yo Ma - https://vimeo.com/752751830 Ralph’s Band - Sons of Alfond Pequot Territory - https://www.mptn-nsn.gov/ Rebecca Sockbeson - https://www.rebeccasockbeson.com/ Indigenous Research - The Center for Wabanaki Research, Knowledge & Innovation | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (wabanakiphw.org) Project Venture - Project Venture | Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (wabanakiphw.org) Morgan Talty - Morgan Talty Chris Newell’s Book Link -https://www.akomawt.org/store/p1/If_You_Lived_During_The_Plimoth_Thanksgiving_by_Chris_Newell_(Paperback).html Dangers of anti-DEI efforts - https://abcnews.go.com/US/map-impact-anti-dei-legislation/story?id=108795967 Saige Phillips - Penobscot Nation grad student gets national recognition for Indigenous advocacy (bangordailynews.com) Deeping Our Relationships for Healing: Our Land, Our People, Our Freedom by Lisa Sockabasin - Deeping Our Relationships for Healing: Our Land, Our People, Our Freedom | Health Equity (liebertpub.com) Hawk Henries - Hawk Henries’ Biography | Hawk Henries
Wabanaki Tribal Nations: Houlton Band of Maliseet Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians | Littleton, ME (maliseets.net) Mi’kmaq Mi'kmaq Nation | Presque Isle, ME (micmac-nsn.gov) Passamaquoddy Tribe Indian Township Passamaquoddy Tribe @ Indian Township | Peskotomuhkati Motahkomikuk Passamaquoddy Tribe Sipayik Sipayik Tribal Government – Sipayik (wabanaki.com) Penobscot Nation Penobscot Nation | Departments & Info | Indian Island, Maine
Special Thanks/Woliwon: Guests: Chris Newell, Ralph Cammack Editor: Gavin Allen Podcast Team: Becky Soctomah Bailey, Macy Flanders, Reanna Sockabasin
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