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People of the Pines

This series takes us through the hidden history of the indigenous population of California. In depth views on the cultural, physical, and psychological impact presented by the Spanish empire, the Mexican government, and the American takeover are accessed. Detailed struggles, massacres, and both individual and common triumphs are discussed.

  • The Origin of the Yuhaviatam
    Sunday, February 1
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Begins the story arc that follows the Serrano people from their creation story which begins in Marra (near 29 Palms) and the top of the San Bernardino Mountains fo their ultimate settlement on the San Manuel Reservation. Jerry Paresa narrates.
  • The World of the Serrano
    Wednesday, February 4
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Learn how knowledge of plants, animals and technologies has bound members of The San Manual Tribe to the land and informs their contemporary identities as Indian People. Jerry Paresa narrates. Promo for Program #103 is embedded in the body of this program and also after the program close after approx. 2 mins of black.
  • The World of the Serrano
    Sunday, February 8
    7:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Learn how knowledge of plants, animals and technologies has bound members of The San Manual Tribe to the land and informs their contemporary identities as Indian People. Jerry Paresa narrates. Promo for Program #103 is embedded in the body of this program and also after the program close after approx. 2 mins of black.

 

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  • The Origin of the Yuhaviatam
    Wednesday, January 28
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Begins the story arc that follows the Serrano people from their creation story which begins in Marra (near 29 Palms) and the top of the San Bernardino Mountains fo their ultimate settlement on the San Manuel Reservation. Jerry Paresa narrates.
  • Voices of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
    Sunday, January 25
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Indian people from throughout California discuss the importance of maintaining their unique cultures to preserve this knowledge for future generations.
  • Voices of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
    Wednesday, January 21
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Indian people from throughout California discuss the importance of maintaining their unique cultures to preserve this knowledge for future generations.
  • Assimilation
    Wednesday, January 14
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    The various ways in which California's indigenous people were assimilated into American society are covered. Indian boarding schools, military service and the Indian extermination policies are presented and discussed.
  • Native Resistance
    Wednesday, January 7
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Historians and Native Indians talk about the reservation system and the various manners in which California Indians fought to maintain and remain within their ancestral lands. Broken treaties, the Modoc Wars, and the perseverance of the Serrano Indians are discussed.
  • American California
    Wednesday, December 31
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This program turns its focus onto the era of the gold rush, California statehood, and the birth of the reservation systems. The desire for Indian lands, anti Indian laws and Indian massacres are discussed.
  • From Contact to Colonization
    Wednesday, December 24
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    No description available.
  • Legacy of Casinos
    Wednesday, December 17
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Looks to the future and how the San Manuel Tribe is building a legacy beyond casinos. With new and diversified business ventures, the tribe has returned to their status as one of the most powerful, influential tribes in Southern California, as they were in antiquity.
  • Gaining Legitimacy
    Wednesday, December 10
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Gaining Legitimacy finds the tribe in a new era of prosperity. They have become a major force in the Inland Empire; bringing much needed jobs and economic revitalization to the area. Their journey from poverty has been difficult, however, as legal battles over their sovereignty continue to challenge their gaming venture.
  • Uncharted Territory
    Wednesday, December 3
    1:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Explores the challenges the tribe faces as they take on a new economic venture: casino gambling. The tribe is in uncharted territory, but through cooperative relationships and dedicated tribal members they finally begin to lay the groundwork for true sovereignty.