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Native Report
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Tuesday, March 26
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We visit the offices of Damber, Scott, Gerzina, and Wagner, an architectural firm known for its work across Indian Country. Wethen interview children's book author Cheryl Minnema. And then we visit the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Natural Resource Management & NamingTuesday, March 26
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We're highlighting natural resource management and protection efforts Native Nations are spearheading, from food sovereignty to fish species. And, digging deeper into the importance of the naming of our natural resources in respectful, non-offensive ways. -
Pandemic Times: Language Learning, Helping OthersSunday, March 24
1:30 am on FNX 9.3Language instructor Brian Kingfisher of the College of St. Scholastica navigates new ways of teaching the Ojibwe language during the pandemic; grassroots groups help unsheltered Native people amid COVID-19. -
Natural Resource Management & NamingSaturday, March 23
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We're highlighting natural resource management and protection efforts Native Nations are spearheading, from food sovereignty to fish species. And, digging deeper into the importance of the naming of our natural resources in respectful, non-offensive ways. -
Saturday, March 23
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend the grand opening of the Thunderbird-Wren Halfway House, a recovery program for men and women. We then learn about what role a doula plays before, during, and shortly after the birth of a child. And we meet Thomas Peacock, who found a new career in retirement as an author, editor and publisher. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, March 22
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend the grand opening of the Thunderbird-Wren Halfway House, a recovery program for men and women. We then learn about what role a doula plays before, during, and shortly after the birth of a child. And we meet Thomas Peacock, who found a new career in retirement as an author, editor and publisher. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, March 19
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend the grand opening of the Thunderbird-Wren Halfway House, a recovery program for men and women. We then learn about what role a doula plays before, during, and shortly after the birth of a child. And we meet Thomas Peacock, who found a new career in retirement as an author, editor and publisher. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Political Policies & Mmiw EpidemicTuesday, March 19
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1This episode is about Natives and non-Natives in political office who are game-changers - focusing their time and efforts on political policies impacting Indian Country, such as outdated laws and the MMIW epidemic. We also hear from an Ojibwe musician who wrote a song of healing for Native women impacted by harms such as sexual assault. -
Native Ways: Health and MedicineSunday, March 17
1:30 am on FNX 9.3Native Report's Dr. Arne Vainio will host a special segment on suicide; Matthew Teutimez, the tribal biologist of the Gabrieleno-Kizh tribe, battles a blood disorder and champions herbal medicine to treat himself and elders. -
Political Policies & Mmiw EpidemicSaturday, March 16
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1This episode is about Natives and non-Natives in political office who are game-changers - focusing their time and efforts on political policies impacting Indian Country, such as outdated laws and the MMIW epidemic. We also hear from an Ojibwe musician who wrote a song of healing for Native women impacted by harms such as sexual assault. -
Saturday, March 16
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, March 15
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, March 12
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Energy, Natural Resources, and Honoring TraditionsTuesday, March 12
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We're exploring energy and natural resource operations led by Natives that align and honor traditional ways. As well as efforts to protect natural resources in the name of stewardship responsibilities. -
Sunday, March 10
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We learn about the response by the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Health and Human Services to the Covid-19 pandemic. We look at the impact of the pandemic on the economy of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. And then we learn of how the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe's educational administrators and teachers are dealing with online distance learning. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Energy, Natural Resources, and Honoring TraditionsSaturday, March 9
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We're exploring energy and natural resource operations led by Natives that align and honor traditional ways. As well as efforts to protect natural resources in the name of stewardship responsibilities. -
Saturday, March 9
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, March 8
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, March 5
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Native Radio FrequenciesTuesday, March 5
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We hear from Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio who hosted an outdoor concert featuring Artists War Bonnet and Sihasin. Then we talk with Leah Lemm whose podcast is helping spread Native voices. We also listen to valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Sunday, March 3
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We look at the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Native communities. Wethen interview two Native American journalists and learn about how they're reporting on the Covid-19 pandemic. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Native Radio FrequenciesSaturday, March 2
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We hear from Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio who hosted an outdoor concert featuring Artists War Bonnet and Sihasin. Then we talk with Leah Lemm whose podcast is helping spread Native voices. We also listen to valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Saturday, March 2
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, March 1
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, February 27
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Discovering The MooseTuesday, February 27
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We highlight Beth Drost as she recalls the life of her father Curt Gagnon and how he helps open up all of the 1854 ceded territory for hunting and gathering. We also learn how the 1854 Treaty Authority helps track and maintain a healthy moose population. Along with words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Sunday, February 25
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We visit the offices of Damber, Scott, Gerzina, and Wagner, an architectural firm known for its work across Indian Country. Wethen interview children's book author Cheryl Minnema. And then we visit the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Discovering The MooseSaturday, February 24
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We highlight Beth Drost as she recalls the life of her father Curt Gagnon and how he helps open up all of the 1854 ceded territory for hunting and gathering. We also learn how the 1854 Treaty Authority helps track and maintain a healthy moose population. Along with words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Saturday, February 24
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, February 23
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, February 20
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Native Perspectives On Climate ChangeTuesday, February 20
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We highlight Zhaa Zhaa Greensky as she makes traditional sugar cakes from maple syrup and we learn how a university in New York is working to protect vital plant life as it aims to pass down wisdom of both indigenous and scientific knowledge to the next generation. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Sunday, February 18
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend the grand opening of the Thunderbird-Wren Halfway House, a recovery program for men and women. We then learn about what role a doula plays before, during, and shortly after the birth of a child. And we meet Thomas Peacock, who found a new career in retirement as an author, editor and publisher. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Native Perspectives On Climate ChangeSaturday, February 17
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We highlight Zhaa Zhaa Greensky as she makes traditional sugar cakes from maple syrup and we learn how a university in New York is working to protect vital plant life as it aims to pass down wisdom of both indigenous and scientific knowledge to the next generation. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Saturday, February 17
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, February 16
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, February 13
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Hotshot Artist and SmokejumpersTuesday, February 13
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We venture back to the Blackfeet Nation and learn more about what it's like to fight fires with the Chief Mountain Hotshots. Then sit down with Leslie Harper who is the President of the National Coalition of Native American Language Schools and Programs and hear from artist John Pepion. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Sunday, February 11
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Hotshot Artist and SmokejumpersSaturday, February 10
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We venture back to the Blackfeet Nation and learn more about what it's like to fight fires with the Chief Mountain Hotshots. Then sit down with Leslie Harper who is the President of the National Coalition of Native American Language Schools and Programs and hear from artist John Pepion. We also listen to words of wisdom from an elder as well as valuable health advice from a Native physician. -
Saturday, February 10
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, February 9
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Tuesday, February 6
1:30 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Call of the MooseTuesday, February 6
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1We follow Herb Fineday Junior as he prepares for a fall moose hunt. Journey with him as he collects birch bark to assemble a traditional moose call and follow along as he harvests a moose. We also listen to the valuable advice of an elder. -
Sunday, February 4
1:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Call of the MooseSaturday, February 3
7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1We follow Herb Fineday Junior as he prepares for a fall moose hunt. Journey with him as he collects birch bark to assemble a traditional moose call and follow along as he harvests a moose. We also listen to the valuable advice of an elder. -
Saturday, February 3
7:30 am on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report. -
Friday, February 2
5:00 pm on FNX 9.3On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.