Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-waterers a series of stories and reflections shared across generations. These episodes were created by young artists seeking to honor stories shared with them by family members across the state of Minnesota. © 2025 04c6109a-0a53-54f7-807c-01212ce6cb9a yes en Thu, 01 Jan 2026 21:23:11 -0800 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 21:24:11 -0800 https://img.transistorcdn.com/2pPyWSHXn5lN4r6GF3YAoBxZoa3hTLPi4hepe0haNP4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZGUz/ZmIzZmY1M2ViOGQy/MDkyYmMxZWM1ZGI2/YmYzYy5qcGc.jpg episodic In Progress a series of stories and reflections shared across generations. These episodes were created by young artists seeking to honor stories shared with them by family members across the state of Minnesota. a series of stories and reflections shared across generations. east grand forks, leech lake reservation, bois forte nation, red lake, saint paul, crookston, stories, oral histories, families, family stories, native american, somali, latinx, latino, community, intergeneerational, hisotry In Progress No No 66 66 Nuestro Servicio Militar full 95e370d1-8e0c-46ed-8513-af309c35674a https://share.transistor.fm/s/0abe6824 This video follows Michael Ramirez, a National Guard member based in Crookston, Minnesota, as he reflects on his service, future reenlistment, and the balance between stateside responsibilities and overseas missions. He discusses the educational and financial opportunities the military provides, his hopes to guide younger family members, and how service has shaped his perspective on discipline, community, and everyday life.

]]> This video follows Michael Ramirez, a National Guard member based in Crookston, Minnesota, as he reflects on his service, future reenlistment, and the balance between stateside responsibilities and overseas missions. He discusses the educational and financial opportunities the military provides, his hopes to guide younger family members, and how service has shaped his perspective on discipline, community, and everyday life.

]]> Thu, 01 Jan 2026 21:23:10 -0800 Chris Espericueta Chris Espericueta 142 This video follows Michael Ramirez, a National Guard member based in Crookston, Minnesota, as he reflects on his service, future reenlistment, and the balance between stateside responsibilities and overseas missions. He discusses the educational and financial opportunities the military provides, his hopes to guide younger family members, and how service has shaped his perspective on discipline, community, and everyday life.

]]> latinx, latino, military, national guard, Minnesota, fammilia, service No 65 65 Nuestro Servicio Militar full cb977629-423f-4912-87bc-bcc858c1e829 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e9e68832 This episode highlights McKenzie Schmiedt, a female service member, reflecting on progress and ongoing challenges for women in the military. She speaks candidly about gaining greater opportunities and respect while still confronting stereotypes, inequities, and sexual harassment, emphasizing the importance of boundaries, strength, and being recognized as a soldier first.

]]> This episode highlights McKenzie Schmiedt, a female service member, reflecting on progress and ongoing challenges for women in the military. She speaks candidly about gaining greater opportunities and respect while still confronting stereotypes, inequities, and sexual harassment, emphasizing the importance of boundaries, strength, and being recognized as a soldier first.

]]> Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:19:59 -0800 Morgen Arguelles Morgen Arguelles 108 This episode highlights McKenzie Schmiedt, a female service member, reflecting on progress and ongoing challenges for women in the military. She speaks candidly about gaining greater opportunities and respect while still confronting stereotypes, inequities, and sexual harassment, emphasizing the importance of boundaries, strength, and being recognized as a soldier first.

]]> military, national guard, feminism, latina, service, Minnesota No 64 64 Vetrano full e2cecfab-fe04-4902-8cc0-25ddbffe3eea https://share.transistor.fm/s/55f44a87 This video features David Medrano, a Mexican American veteran who reflects on his 20-year military career spanning the Army Reserve and U.S. Air Force, including deployments during Desert Storm and humanitarian missions abroad. He shares how service shaped his identity, strengthened his pride in his heritage, and deepened his commitment to leadership, family, and guiding younger generations with discipline, respect, and opportunity.

]]> This video features David Medrano, a Mexican American veteran who reflects on his 20-year military career spanning the Army Reserve and U.S. Air Force, including deployments during Desert Storm and humanitarian missions abroad. He shares how service shaped his identity, strengthened his pride in his heritage, and deepened his commitment to leadership, family, and guiding younger generations with discipline, respect, and opportunity.

]]> Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:13:58 -0800 Chris Espericueta Chris Espericueta 311 This video features David Medrano, a Mexican American veteran who reflects on his 20-year military career spanning the Army Reserve and U.S. Air Force, including deployments during Desert Storm and humanitarian missions abroad. He shares how service shaped his identity, strengthened his pride in his heritage, and deepened his commitment to leadership, family, and guiding younger generations with discipline, respect, and opportunity.

]]> latinx, military, service, opportunity, familia, air force, xavier tavera, community No 63 63 Open Arms for our Nieces and Nephews full 0eed517a-08fa-4180-8afe-3d15098bb0a0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c647af5 Rena Zapata explores the meaning of being an auntie as a role defined by open arms, shared responsibility, and deep emotional care. Through reflections on growing into the role at a young age and learning when to step in, guide, or simply be present, the speaker highlights both the joy and fear that come with loving children who are not your own. Anchored by memories of her Aunt Letty, the story honors aunties as steady guides who do what needs to be done—offering comfort, honesty, and unconditional love across generations.

]]> Rena Zapata explores the meaning of being an auntie as a role defined by open arms, shared responsibility, and deep emotional care. Through reflections on growing into the role at a young age and learning when to step in, guide, or simply be present, the speaker highlights both the joy and fear that come with loving children who are not your own. Anchored by memories of her Aunt Letty, the story honors aunties as steady guides who do what needs to be done—offering comfort, honesty, and unconditional love across generations.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:13:36 -0800 Rena Zapata Rena Zapata 581 Rena Zapata explores the meaning of being an auntie as a role defined by open arms, shared responsibility, and deep emotional care. Through reflections on growing into the role at a young age and learning when to step in, guide, or simply be present, the speaker highlights both the joy and fear that come with loving children who are not your own. Anchored by memories of her Aunt Letty, the story honors aunties as steady guides who do what needs to be done—offering comfort, honesty, and unconditional love across generations.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 62 62 Be Who You Are full 1ea9bfe7-b2dd-400c-9fbf-296dd1e14e02 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c780da53 This episode reflects on being an auntie as the privilege of helping raise children with love, guidance, and the care of a second mother. Through memories of growing up surrounded by many aunties—especially one who modeled joy, authenticity, and acceptance—the speaker shares how these relationships shape values and identity. At its core, the story affirms the lesson passed down through generations: be yourself, lead with kindness, and don’t worry about what others think.

]]> This episode reflects on being an auntie as the privilege of helping raise children with love, guidance, and the care of a second mother. Through memories of growing up surrounded by many aunties—especially one who modeled joy, authenticity, and acceptance—the speaker shares how these relationships shape values and identity. At its core, the story affirms the lesson passed down through generations: be yourself, lead with kindness, and don’t worry about what others think.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:12:14 -0800 Regina Zapata Regina Zapata 211 This episode reflects on being an auntie as the privilege of helping raise children with love, guidance, and the care of a second mother. Through memories of growing up surrounded by many aunties—especially one who modeled joy, authenticity, and acceptance—the speaker shares how these relationships shape values and identity. At its core, the story affirms the lesson passed down through generations: be yourself, lead with kindness, and don’t worry about what others think.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 61 61 I Am The Cool Auntie full 8e8fbd92-b928-41fa-85cb-a1a383743375 https://share.transistor.fm/s/54b5acf0 This episode features Morgen Arguelles reflecting on what it means to be an auntie during the early years of her nephew’s life. She describes the joy of being a playful, supportive presence—setting loving boundaries while encouraging fun and exploration. The story also honors a wider network of aunties who show up in different ways, illustrating how shared care and humor shape a strong family support system.

]]> This episode features Morgen Arguelles reflecting on what it means to be an auntie during the early years of her nephew’s life. She describes the joy of being a playful, supportive presence—setting loving boundaries while encouraging fun and exploration. The story also honors a wider network of aunties who show up in different ways, illustrating how shared care and humor shape a strong family support system.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:11:26 -0800 Morgen Arguelles Morgen Arguelles 161 This episode features Morgen Arguelles reflecting on what it means to be an auntie during the early years of her nephew’s life. She describes the joy of being a playful, supportive presence—setting loving boundaries while encouraging fun and exploration. The story also honors a wider network of aunties who show up in different ways, illustrating how shared care and humor shape a strong family support system.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 60 60 I Worry For His Future full e1f459a6-c7aa-4768-ab65-3437979ad623 https://share.transistor.fm/s/36a241a8 This episode captures Monique Arguelles's joyful memories of aunties who bring laughter, playfulness, and guidance into everyday life. Through birthday cake fights, shared advice, and moments of trust—like learning to drive—the story highlights aunties as people who show patience, humor, and understanding. It also reflects how love flows both ways, as care and support are returned through helping and showing up for one another. 

]]> This episode captures Monique Arguelles's joyful memories of aunties who bring laughter, playfulness, and guidance into everyday life. Through birthday cake fights, shared advice, and moments of trust—like learning to drive—the story highlights aunties as people who show patience, humor, and understanding. It also reflects how love flows both ways, as care and support are returned through helping and showing up for one another. 

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:10:18 -0800 Monique Arguelles Monique Arguelles 99 This episode captures Monique Arguelles's joyful memories of aunties who bring laughter, playfulness, and guidance into everyday life. Through birthday cake fights, shared advice, and moments of trust—like learning to drive—the story highlights aunties as people who show patience, humor, and understanding. It also reflects how love flows both ways, as care and support are returned through helping and showing up for one another. 

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 59 59 I Am A Tîa full 4ead2b81-b404-400e-a0a3-0e59079a5447 https://share.transistor.fm/s/69fe18bd This episode follows Miracle Espericueta , a young auntie, who steps into a caregiving role early in life, balancing school, work, and family while helping raise her niece and nephews. She reflects on the joy of witnessing their first milestones alongside the fear and heartbreak of protecting them from bullying and discrimination. Through sacrifice, guidance, and unwavering presence, she embodies the role of a second mother—teaching kindness, resilience, and the importance of doing the right thing.

]]> This episode follows Miracle Espericueta , a young auntie, who steps into a caregiving role early in life, balancing school, work, and family while helping raise her niece and nephews. She reflects on the joy of witnessing their first milestones alongside the fear and heartbreak of protecting them from bullying and discrimination. Through sacrifice, guidance, and unwavering presence, she embodies the role of a second mother—teaching kindness, resilience, and the importance of doing the right thing.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:09:06 -0800 Miracle Espericueta Miracle Espericueta 256 This episode follows Miracle Espericueta , a young auntie, who steps into a caregiving role early in life, balancing school, work, and family while helping raise her niece and nephews. She reflects on the joy of witnessing their first milestones alongside the fear and heartbreak of protecting them from bullying and discrimination. Through sacrifice, guidance, and unwavering presence, she embodies the role of a second mother—teaching kindness, resilience, and the importance of doing the right thing.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 58 58 Aunt Letty full 3c4b79c0-de17-43c4-9ddd-db30666ec24f https://share.transistor.fm/s/1957b32c Masyn Arguelles shares her reflections on becoming a tia at fourteen, capturing the joy, playfulness, and deep love she shares with her nephew. Alongside this bond, she honors the influence of her Aunt Letty, whose humor, confidence, and shared identity helped her feel understood and accepted. Together, these stories show how aunties pass down love, legacy, and a sense of belonging across generations.

]]> Masyn Arguelles shares her reflections on becoming a tia at fourteen, capturing the joy, playfulness, and deep love she shares with her nephew. Alongside this bond, she honors the influence of her Aunt Letty, whose humor, confidence, and shared identity helped her feel understood and accepted. Together, these stories show how aunties pass down love, legacy, and a sense of belonging across generations.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:07:36 -0800 Masyn Arguelles Masyn Arguelles 148 Masyn Arguelles shares her reflections on becoming a tia at fourteen, capturing the joy, playfulness, and deep love she shares with her nephew. Alongside this bond, she honors the influence of her Aunt Letty, whose humor, confidence, and shared identity helped her feel understood and accepted. Together, these stories show how aunties pass down love, legacy, and a sense of belonging across generations.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 57 57 Everybody Needs The Extra Support full 5a6d6f32-e093-4e1b-aec1-a3d726d25cad https://share.transistor.fm/s/ad687dc7 This episode reflects on how the meaning of “auntie” evolves across cultures, generations, and chosen family, expanding beyond biology to those who step in with care when it is needed most. Through memories of great aunties, loss, resilience, and everyday acts of support, the speaker honors aunties as observers, helpers, and steady presences during life’s hardest moments. The story affirms aunties as quiet anchors who help hold families—and communities—together.

]]> This episode reflects on how the meaning of “auntie” evolves across cultures, generations, and chosen family, expanding beyond biology to those who step in with care when it is needed most. Through memories of great aunties, loss, resilience, and everyday acts of support, the speaker honors aunties as observers, helpers, and steady presences during life’s hardest moments. The story affirms aunties as quiet anchors who help hold families—and communities—together.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:06:42 -0800 Keri Pinna Keri Pinna 415 This episode reflects on how the meaning of “auntie” evolves across cultures, generations, and chosen family, expanding beyond biology to those who step in with care when it is needed most. Through memories of great aunties, loss, resilience, and everyday acts of support, the speaker honors aunties as observers, helpers, and steady presences during life’s hardest moments. The story affirms aunties as quiet anchors who help hold families—and communities—together.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 56 56 We Are The Village full d7fa70e8-8f9e-42e8-afec-63d4ecc64920 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0000482b Dave Nelson reflects on how aunts and uncles form the backbone of the village that helps raise children across generations. Through personal stories, the speaker shares how guidance, accountability, and hard-earned life lessons are passed down, shaping younger family members in ways parents cannot always do alone. The story comes full circle to show how collective care, support, and love create resilient families and lasting bonds.

]]> Dave Nelson reflects on how aunts and uncles form the backbone of the village that helps raise children across generations. Through personal stories, the speaker shares how guidance, accountability, and hard-earned life lessons are passed down, shaping younger family members in ways parents cannot always do alone. The story comes full circle to show how collective care, support, and love create resilient families and lasting bonds.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:05:28 -0800 Dave Nelson Dave Nelson 283 Dave Nelson reflects on how aunts and uncles form the backbone of the village that helps raise children across generations. Through personal stories, the speaker shares how guidance, accountability, and hard-earned life lessons are passed down, shaping younger family members in ways parents cannot always do alone. The story comes full circle to show how collective care, support, and love create resilient families and lasting bonds.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 55 55 I Would Do Anything for Them full f9893ce6-25f9-4c1b-a4de-3f67024aca7a https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb5bf26a This episode follows Chris Espericueta's journey from becoming an uncle at age twelve to embracing the role as a lifelong commitment rooted in love, responsibility, and guidance. Through reflections from both the uncle and his niece, the story shows how uncles step in as steady, caring figures—offering support during hard moments and everyday kindness through simple routines. Together, their voices highlight how these bonds shape children’s sense of safety, trust, and belonging.

]]> This episode follows Chris Espericueta's journey from becoming an uncle at age twelve to embracing the role as a lifelong commitment rooted in love, responsibility, and guidance. Through reflections from both the uncle and his niece, the story shows how uncles step in as steady, caring figures—offering support during hard moments and everyday kindness through simple routines. Together, their voices highlight how these bonds shape children’s sense of safety, trust, and belonging.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:04:23 -0800 Chris Espericueta Chris Espericueta 141 This episode follows Chris Espericueta's journey from becoming an uncle at age twelve to embracing the role as a lifelong commitment rooted in love, responsibility, and guidance. Through reflections from both the uncle and his niece, the story shows how uncles step in as steady, caring figures—offering support during hard moments and everyday kindness through simple routines. Together, their voices highlight how these bonds shape children’s sense of safety, trust, and belonging.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 54 54 They Care About Me full 163bb40a-bd81-42bd-aba6-1cf25563330f https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc6a819e In this short reflection, Calixtra Bouchard shares what aunties mean to her through moments of joy, care, and celebration. She describes aunties as kind, respectful people who show up, make her laugh, and help her feel better when she is sad. Through simple memories like birthday traditions, the video highlights how aunties create happiness, safety, and love in a child’s life.

]]> In this short reflection, Calixtra Bouchard shares what aunties mean to her through moments of joy, care, and celebration. She describes aunties as kind, respectful people who show up, make her laugh, and help her feel better when she is sad. Through simple memories like birthday traditions, the video highlights how aunties create happiness, safety, and love in a child’s life.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:03:29 -0800 Calixtra Bouchard Calixtra Bouchard 47 In this short reflection, Calixtra Bouchard shares what aunties mean to her through moments of joy, care, and celebration. She describes aunties as kind, respectful people who show up, make her laugh, and help her feel better when she is sad. Through simple memories like birthday traditions, the video highlights how aunties create happiness, safety, and love in a child’s life.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 53 53 It's All About Listening full ba56ac0d-32be-4e5b-a8dc-79b93e2b5211 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a0c3114 Bienvenida Matias reflects on being an auntie—or titi—as a role defined by care, honesty, and deep involvement across generations and distance. Through memories of migration, chosen family, and moments of stepping in during times of need, the speaker describes aunties as co-mothers and trusted confidants who offer guidance, boundaries, and safe haven. The story affirms that being an auntie is intuitive, enduring, and rooted in showing up when it matters most.

]]> Bienvenida Matias reflects on being an auntie—or titi—as a role defined by care, honesty, and deep involvement across generations and distance. Through memories of migration, chosen family, and moments of stepping in during times of need, the speaker describes aunties as co-mothers and trusted confidants who offer guidance, boundaries, and safe haven. The story affirms that being an auntie is intuitive, enduring, and rooted in showing up when it matters most.

]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:58:54 -0800 Bienvenida Matias Bienvenida Matias 381 Bienvenida Matias reflects on being an auntie—or titi—as a role defined by care, honesty, and deep involvement across generations and distance. Through memories of migration, chosen family, and moments of stepping in during times of need, the speaker describes aunties as co-mothers and trusted confidants who offer guidance, boundaries, and safe haven. The story affirms that being an auntie is intuitive, enduring, and rooted in showing up when it matters most.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 52 52 Por Amor a Nuestras Tîas y Tîos full fa86bb75-103e-4b6a-acf6-ef8c7e88dcc9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a119c8a This episode explores what it means to be an auntie or uncle as a role rooted in love, responsibility, and presence across generations. Through personal reflections, family members describe aunties and uncles as second parents, protectors, mentors, and safe havens—people who step in, listen deeply, and help guide young people through both joyful and difficult stages of life. Together, their stories affirm that raising children truly takes a village, and aunties and uncles are essential to that collective care.

]]> This episode explores what it means to be an auntie or uncle as a role rooted in love, responsibility, and presence across generations. Through personal reflections, family members describe aunties and uncles as second parents, protectors, mentors, and safe havens—people who step in, listen deeply, and help guide young people through both joyful and difficult stages of life. Together, their stories affirm that raising children truly takes a village, and aunties and uncles are essential to that collective care.

]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:42:50 -0800 In Progress In Progress 468 This episode explores what it means to be an auntie or uncle as a role rooted in love, responsibility, and presence across generations. Through personal reflections, family members describe aunties and uncles as second parents, protectors, mentors, and safe havens—people who step in, listen deeply, and help guide young people through both joyful and difficult stages of life. Together, their stories affirm that raising children truly takes a village, and aunties and uncles are essential to that collective care.

]]> familia, latinx, crookston, tias, tios, relationships, family, in progress No 51 51 The Yearling full eb06abbf-32e4-47b4-aed6-f0efb2fdf3e4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9572bc6b Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village shares a lighthearted story about a mischievous young bear that frequently visited her home, earning the nickname “mangy butt.” Through humor and observation, she reminds us that bears are curious yet gentle beings, often more afraid of humans than we are of them. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village shares a lighthearted story about a mischievous young bear that frequently visited her home, earning the nickname “mangy butt.” Through humor and observation, she reminds us that bears are curious yet gentle beings, often more afraid of humans than we are of them. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:22:30 -0700 Deanna Drift Deanna Drift 104 Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village shares a lighthearted story about a mischievous young bear that frequently visited her home, earning the nickname “mangy butt.” Through humor and observation, she reminds us that bears are curious yet gentle beings, often more afraid of humans than we are of them. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Story, Humor, Coexistence, Wildlife Encounters, Respect for Nature, Community Life, Indigenous Teachings, Human and Wildlife Connection, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 50 50 Taking A Ride full 369d8bcc-88f5-4dbf-90c6-b387489d665c https://share.transistor.fm/s/014d5392 Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, shares her joy in watching bears with her great-grandmother Mavis and caring for them by leaving food along the road. Her story reflects the love, respect, and connection between generations and the bears that live nearby. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, shares her joy in watching bears with her great-grandmother Mavis and caring for them by leaving food along the road. Her story reflects the love, respect, and connection between generations and the bears that live nearby. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:19:55 -0700 Serena Logan Serena Logan 41 Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, shares her joy in watching bears with her great-grandmother Mavis and caring for them by leaving food along the road. Her story reflects the love, respect, and connection between generations and the bears that live nearby. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Youth Voices, Family, Intergenerational Learning, Bears, Nature Connection, Ojibwe Teachings, Respect for Wildlife, Cultural Values, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 49 49 Stand Up For Bears full 2e582b45-fbe1-493d-9e76-c30b533af300 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2686577e Margaret Benner from Nett Lake Village emphasizes the need to educate others about the cultural and spiritual importance of bears to Native people. She shares how she greets bears in Ojibwe, honoring them as relatives who understand and deserve respect and protection. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Margaret Benner from Nett Lake Village emphasizes the need to educate others about the cultural and spiritual importance of bears to Native people. She shares how she greets bears in Ojibwe, honoring them as relatives who understand and deserve respect and protection. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:16:39 -0700 Margaret Benner Margaret Benner 80 Margaret Benner from Nett Lake Village emphasizes the need to educate others about the cultural and spiritual importance of bears to Native people. She shares how she greets bears in Ojibwe, honoring them as relatives who understand and deserve respect and protection. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Cultural Awareness, Bear Teachings, Indigenous Education, Ojibwe Language, Respect for Wildlife, Cultural Preservation, Spiritual Connection, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 48 48 Spiritual Protectors full 5c739a38-27c5-425b-81a6-407ac16b4602 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d916c6f7 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares teachings learned from her elders about the Bear Clan and the sacred role of bears as protectors, healers, and symbols of bravery. She reflects on their wisdom and self-healing nature, drawing connections between the bears’ behavior and the teachings that guide her community. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares teachings learned from her elders about the Bear Clan and the sacred role of bears as protectors, healers, and symbols of bravery. She reflects on their wisdom and self-healing nature, drawing connections between the bears’ behavior and the teachings that guide her community. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:14:06 -0700 Téa Drift Rivera Téa Drift Rivera 108 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares teachings learned from her elders about the Bear Clan and the sacred role of bears as protectors, healers, and symbols of bravery. She reflects on their wisdom and self-healing nature, drawing connections between the bears’ behavior and the teachings that guide her community. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Clan, Seven Grandfather Teachings, Protectors, Healers, Bravery, Indigenous Knowledge, Cultural Teachings, Spiritual Connection, Ojibwe Culture, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 47 47 Spiritual Protection full 3646e8e2-f63d-4399-bc84-e3840068d9be https://share.transistor.fm/s/17f11bda Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village recounts how she sought guidance from spiritual advisor Vern Adams to speak to tribal leaders about the sacredness of bears and the harm caused by their killing. She reflects on the spiritual and communal consequences that followed, the ceremonies of forgiveness, and the courage it takes to speak for those who cannot. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village recounts how she sought guidance from spiritual advisor Vern Adams to speak to tribal leaders about the sacredness of bears and the harm caused by their killing. She reflects on the spiritual and communal consequences that followed, the ceremonies of forgiveness, and the courage it takes to speak for those who cannot. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:11:35 -0700 Deanna Drift Deanna Drift 139 Deanna Drift from Nett Lake Village recounts how she sought guidance from spiritual advisor Vern Adams to speak to tribal leaders about the sacredness of bears and the harm caused by their killing. She reflects on the spiritual and communal consequences that followed, the ceremonies of forgiveness, and the courage it takes to speak for those who cannot. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Spiritual Advisor, Bear Teachings, Cultural Healing, Ceremony, Community Leadership, Activism, Forgiveness, Spiritual Protection, Indigenous Voices, Cultural Responsibility, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 46 46 Protect Them full 8a644e3d-15ae-444c-922d-f8ee2cc1054e https://share.transistor.fm/s/8556f09d Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, expresses her heartfelt wish to protect the bears and honor their place in Ojibwe culture. Her words reflect a deep sense of care and responsibility for the natural world and its sacred beings. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, expresses her heartfelt wish to protect the bears and honor their place in Ojibwe culture. Her words reflect a deep sense of care and responsibility for the natural world and its sacred beings. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:05:35 -0700 Serena Logan Serena Logan 33 Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, expresses her heartfelt wish to protect the bears and honor their place in Ojibwe culture. Her words reflect a deep sense of care and responsibility for the natural world and its sacred beings. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Youth Voices, Bear Protection, Ojibwe Culture, Makwa, Environmental Stewardship, Indigenous Teachings, Cultural Responsibility, Nature Connection, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 45 45 Poor Bear full 12062c05-39ae-4c93-964f-14c6e0361373 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eb014db5 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares a humorous yet heartfelt story about a bear that climbed into her car, teaching an unexpected lesson about responsibility and compassion. Through her young daughter’s innocent response, she reflects on the deep understanding that bears are relatives deserving of care, not fear. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares a humorous yet heartfelt story about a bear that climbed into her car, teaching an unexpected lesson about responsibility and compassion. Through her young daughter’s innocent response, she reflects on the deep understanding that bears are relatives deserving of care, not fear. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:02:37 -0700 Téa Drift Rivera Téa Drift Rivera 84 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares a humorous yet heartfelt story about a bear that climbed into her car, teaching an unexpected lesson about responsibility and compassion. Through her young daughter’s innocent response, she reflects on the deep understanding that bears are relatives deserving of care, not fear. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Story, Family, Compassion, Responsibility, Indigenous Teachings, Human and Wildlife Coexistence, Kinship, Parenting, Cultural Values, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 44 44 Our Relatives full 84edff0f-ff1a-4669-bd1e-c0ff15a8588c https://share.transistor.fm/s/28dd78df Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village speaks about the sacred kinship between people and bears, emphasizing respect, protection, and reciprocity. She reflects on traditional teachings that honor the bear’s sacrifice and condemns wasteful harm against these spiritual relatives. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village speaks about the sacred kinship between people and bears, emphasizing respect, protection, and reciprocity. She reflects on traditional teachings that honor the bear’s sacrifice and condemns wasteful harm against these spiritual relatives. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:00:09 -0700 Téa Drift Rivera Téa Drift Rivera 56 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village speaks about the sacred kinship between people and bears, emphasizing respect, protection, and reciprocity. She reflects on traditional teachings that honor the bear’s sacrifice and condemns wasteful harm against these spiritual relatives. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Teachings, Kinship, Reciprocity, Cultural Respect, Indigenous Knowledge, Traditional Teachings, Environmental Ethics, Spiritual Connection, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 43 43 A Message To Our Leaders full 190eef8d-506b-4433-aeae-c7d6943858b2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c9cff3bb Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village calls on community leaders to deepen their understanding of the cultural and spiritual significance of bears within Bois Forte traditions. She reminds them that true leadership includes learning from both traditional and contemporary knowledge to better serve their people. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village calls on community leaders to deepen their understanding of the cultural and spiritual significance of bears within Bois Forte traditions. She reminds them that true leadership includes learning from both traditional and contemporary knowledge to better serve their people. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:55:46 -0700 Deanna Drift Deanna Drift 67 Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village calls on community leaders to deepen their understanding of the cultural and spiritual significance of bears within Bois Forte traditions. She reminds them that true leadership includes learning from both traditional and contemporary knowledge to better serve their people. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Leadership, Cultural Responsibility, Bear Teachings, Indigenous Knowledge, Tradition and Modernity, Community, Indigenous Voices, Cultural Preservation, Spiritual Significance, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 42 42 Makwa full 5529fd1c-92c6-485f-adb3-cc7490079407 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3947b19e Mavis Drift, an elder from Nett Lake Village, shares teachings about the Bear Clan and its deep meaning in Ojibwe culture—symbolizing bravery, family, and spiritual protection. She reflects on the importance of naming ceremonies and the guidance they offer in understanding one’s connection to the spirit world. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Mavis Drift, an elder from Nett Lake Village, shares teachings about the Bear Clan and its deep meaning in Ojibwe culture—symbolizing bravery, family, and spiritual protection. She reflects on the importance of naming ceremonies and the guidance they offer in understanding one’s connection to the spirit world. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:51:13 -0700 Mavis Drift Mavis Drift 76 Mavis Drift, an elder from Nett Lake Village, shares teachings about the Bear Clan and its deep meaning in Ojibwe culture—symbolizing bravery, family, and spiritual protection. She reflects on the importance of naming ceremonies and the guidance they offer in understanding one’s connection to the spirit world. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Clan, Ojibwe Culture, Naming Ceremony, Spiritual Protection, Bravery, Family Connection, Elders, Indigenous Teachings, Cultural Heritage, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 41 41 Honor Them full d886d0f8-dd42-4702-adbb-69ad3c4f3762 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e66614cd Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, reflects on her experiences growing up in connection with her community and the natural world that surrounds it. Her story highlights the importance of listening, learning, and carrying forward the teachings of her elders. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, reflects on her experiences growing up in connection with her community and the natural world that surrounds it. Her story highlights the importance of listening, learning, and carrying forward the teachings of her elders. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:43:02 -0700 Serena Logan Serena Logan 30 Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, reflects on her experiences growing up in connection with her community and the natural world that surrounds it. Her story highlights the importance of listening, learning, and carrying forward the teachings of her elders. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Youth Voices, Community, Nature Connection, Indigenous Teachings, Elders, Cultural Continuity, Storytelling, Minnesota, Indigenous Voices, Podcast Reflection No 40 40 Ceremonies full 4f8dc32d-a93e-4628-bfe8-58589b24d12c https://share.transistor.fm/s/eb8ec442 Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the teachings passed down from her mother, aunties, and elders about honoring the bears through seasonal feasts and ceremony. She shares how these traditions and the guidance of spiritual advisors continue to shape her understanding of culture, dance, and lifelong learning.

]]> Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the teachings passed down from her mother, aunties, and elders about honoring the bears through seasonal feasts and ceremony. She shares how these traditions and the guidance of spiritual advisors continue to shape her understanding of culture, dance, and lifelong learning.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:39:33 -0700 Margaret Benner Margaret Benner 91 Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the teachings passed down from her mother, aunties, and elders about honoring the bears through seasonal feasts and ceremony. She shares how these traditions and the guidance of spiritual advisors continue to shape her understanding of culture, dance, and lifelong learning.

]]> ChatGPT said: Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Feasts, Cultural Teachings, Indigenous Traditions, Elders, Powwow, Spiritual Advisors, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Preservation, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 39 39 Bears Are Medicine full 9c11af9b-af20-4e3c-89c9-5fcf53a19779 https://share.transistor.fm/s/226f2fff Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the sacred relationship between her community and the bears that share their land. As a Bear Clan member, she speaks about standing up to protect them, honoring the deep spiritual connection that defines her identity and responsibility.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the sacred relationship between her community and the bears that share their land. As a Bear Clan member, she speaks about standing up to protect them, honoring the deep spiritual connection that defines her identity and responsibility.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:36:07 -0700 Margaret Benner Margaret Benner 67 Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the sacred relationship between her community and the bears that share their land. As a Bear Clan member, she speaks about standing up to protect them, honoring the deep spiritual connection that defines her identity and responsibility.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Bois Forte Nation, Nett Lake Village, Bear Clan, Indigenous Identity, Cultural Protection, Spiritual Connection, Bears, Activism, Respect for Wildlife, Indigenous Voices, Minnesota, Podcast Reflection No 38 38 Bears Won't Attack full 596baed5-344a-4621-821b-cea3685446db https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c5770c1 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village reflects on growing up alongside the bears that roam her backyard, sharing a story of coexistence and trust. Her words reveal a deep respect for the animals and the balance between humans and nature in her community.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village reflects on growing up alongside the bears that roam her backyard, sharing a story of coexistence and trust. Her words reveal a deep respect for the animals and the balance between humans and nature in her community.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:30:58 -0700 Téa Drift Rivera Téa Drift Rivera 73 Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village reflects on growing up alongside the bears that roam her backyard, sharing a story of coexistence and trust. Her words reveal a deep respect for the animals and the balance between humans and nature in her community.  This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> #Nature #Bears #BoisForteNation #NettLakeVillage #Coexistence #RespectForWildlife #IndigenousVoices #Storytelling #Minnesota #PodcastReflection No 37 37 Bear Hunt full c6b8ef62-f06f-43a4-83a5-18198eea850b https://share.transistor.fm/s/8ccbf751 Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village, Bois Forte Nation, shares her thoughts on the spiritual and  impact of bear hunts in her community.   This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village, Bois Forte Nation, shares her thoughts on the spiritual and  impact of bear hunts in her community.   This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:24:58 -0700 Deanna Drift Deanna Drift 126 Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village, Bois Forte Nation, shares her thoughts on the spiritual and  impact of bear hunts in her community.   This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

]]> native american, medicine, makwa, bears, medicine, ojibwe, anishinaabe, storyteller, advice, family, Bois Forte reservation memory, Nett Lake Village, waterers, stories, activism, protection No 36 36 Protect Them full 517c3ba9-0e7a-43b7-a66d-95d151a08104 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f1079bc Serena Logan, at her young age, is already working with family members to protect her makwa (bears) that live in her village of Nett Lake on the Bois Forte Reservation.  Though very young, she is passionate about telling bear stories and providing insights into her relationship with them.    Serena recorded this story and helped to record other members of her family as they talked about makwa. 

]]> Serena Logan, at her young age, is already working with family members to protect her makwa (bears) that live in her village of Nett Lake on the Bois Forte Reservation.  Though very young, she is passionate about telling bear stories and providing insights into her relationship with them.    Serena recorded this story and helped to record other members of her family as they talked about makwa. 

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:57:52 -0700 Serena Logan Serena Logan 33 Serena Logan, at her young age, is already working with family members to protect her makwa (bears) that live in her village of Nett Lake on the Bois Forte Reservation.  Though very young, she is passionate about telling bear stories and providing insights into her relationship with them.    Serena recorded this story and helped to record other members of her family as they talked about makwa. 

]]> native american, medicine, makwa, bears, medicine, ojibwe, anishinaabe, youth, storyteller, advice, family, Bois Forte reservation memory, waterers, stories No 35 35 Growing Up In Bena full cfecaf32-159e-429b-ab6e-1ed4ab7909d9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d6f8848d Valerie Cash Young shares  with her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse) memories of what her life was like grwoing up in the small community of Bena, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Valerie Cash Young shares  with her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse) memories of what her life was like grwoing up in the small community of Bena, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:37:54 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 107 Valerie Cash Young shares  with her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse) memories of what her life was like grwoing up in the small community of Bena, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 34 34 Parenting full 5ef449e1-91f5-4f35-8b35-21986a6d2ea4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5066a001 Valerie Cash Young shares parenting advice and reflections to her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse).   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Valerie Cash Young shares parenting advice and reflections to her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse).   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:35:10 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 189 Valerie Cash Young shares parenting advice and reflections to her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse).   Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 33 33 Respect full 69b2c108-9a93-46c6-be09-cdc4170e51ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/d61008a3 Elder Shirley Young speaks to the need to show respect and kindness to others  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Shirley Young speaks to the need to show respect and kindness to others  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:45:51 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 350 Elder Shirley Young speaks to the need to show respect and kindness to others  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 32 32 Memories of Childhood full 0e93715d-14ca-4803-945e-c996f334294b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3335e67d Elder Shirley Young recalls memories of growing up in Winnie Dam on the Leech Lake Reservatio.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Shirley Young recalls memories of growing up in Winnie Dam on the Leech Lake Reservatio.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:41:16 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 207 Elder Shirley Young recalls memories of growing up in Winnie Dam on the Leech Lake Reservatio.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 31 31 Dating full 9d47c7ae-3c4d-4a78-b5a3-7759f427c0e3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a9f902c Elder Shirley Young and her daughter Valerie Cash Young, provide insight and advice about the joys and responsibilities of dating.  Animikiikaakwezenz (granddaughter and daughter) recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Shirley Young and her daughter Valerie Cash Young, provide insight and advice about the joys and responsibilities of dating.  Animikiikaakwezenz (granddaughter and daughter) recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:39:27 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 424 Elder Shirley Young and her daughter Valerie Cash Young, provide insight and advice about the joys and responsibilities of dating.  Animikiikaakwezenz (granddaughter and daughter) recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 30 30 Becoming A Parent full e7476922-94bc-4dd4-8991-c51676552a33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b97b3f03 Elder Shirley Young speaks to her personal experiences raising children and the discipline and determination it requires.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Shirley Young speaks to her personal experiences raising children and the discipline and determination it requires.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:35:22 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz Animikiikaakwezenz 270 Elder Shirley Young speaks to her personal experiences raising children and the discipline and determination it requires.  Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, elder, storyteller, advice, grandchildren, parenting, family, leech lake reservation, memory, waterers, stories No 29 29 My Father Had A Dream full 1f1d9b54-438d-457f-93ab-5c30b469d914 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f73823ec Elder Sarah Jackson tell of how her father had a dream about making a drum for the community.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Sarah Jackson tell of how her father had a dream about making a drum for the community.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:48:25 -0700 Bezhigo Binesiikwens Bezhigo Binesiikwens 113 Elder Sarah Jackson tell of how her father had a dream about making a drum for the community.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 28 28 Drum Songs full f13fbfc3-3c51-4872-b829-e0e41b0b6053 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7aab4b3f Elder Sarah Jackson explains how drums get their songs.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Sarah Jackson explains how drums get their songs.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:17:32 -0700 Bezhigo Binesiikwens Bezhigo Binesiikwens 43 Elder Sarah Jackson explains how drums get their songs.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 27 27 Miskwaabik full 7f5fde33-8c0e-4246-af26-221df640c871 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a57cf8b Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  This episode is in Ojibwemowin.

]]> Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  This episode is in Ojibwemowin.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:41:37 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga 96 Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  This episode is in Ojibwemowin.

]]> copper, ojibwemowin, nigaane bizindamoo-makak, culture, stories, water, activism No 26 26 The Gift of Copper full 511f58cc-1824-4125-80b4-5b6210cf1cbe https://share.transistor.fm/s/cae45a12 Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  

]]> Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:07:15 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga 291 Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper.  

]]> copper, ojibwemowin, nigaane bizindamoo-makak, culture, stories, water, activism No 25 25 Our Water Walkers full 44bb8afa-8ccb-414e-abca-5f51a9d40416 https://share.transistor.fm/s/41de153d Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the role of water walkers and protectors of the earth and how they utilize copper in their work.

]]> Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the role of water walkers and protectors of the earth and how they utilize copper in their work.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:58:50 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga 70 Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the role of water walkers and protectors of the earth and how they utilize copper in their work.

]]> copper, ojibwemowin, nigaane bizindamoo-makak, culture, stories, water, activism No 24 24 Learn Our Teachings full bd1a91c3-d0f9-434d-86a0-21f6f7e17cf9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfdca74f Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the community asking everyone to learn their teachings.

]]> Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the community asking everyone to learn their teachings.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:56:51 -0700 Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga Animikiikaakwezenz. Babaamaashikwens, Bezhigo Binesiikwens, Nigigoonsikwe, Wachaga 48 Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team.  In this episode he speaks to the community asking everyone to learn their teachings.

]]> copper, ojibwemowin, nigaane bizindamoo-makak, culture, stories, water, activism No 23 23 Becoming A Drum Keeper full 65ddfb71-c9cd-4ef8-84e3-aee14ad80c92 https://share.transistor.fm/s/44ff327c Elder Sarah Jackson tells how she became a drum keeper.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Elder Sarah Jackson tells how she became a drum keeper.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 14:24:13 -0700 Bezhigo Binesiikwens Bezhigo Binesiikwens 102 Elder Sarah Jackson tells how she became a drum keeper.  Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 22 22 Bravery full d10538d4-10ce-4f0e-8e5b-29af00c33724 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed482376 Gerald White speaks to how he was taught about the act of bravery when he was a youth.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Gerald White speaks to how he was taught about the act of bravery when he was a youth.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:35:07 -0700 Babaamaashikwens Babaamaashikwens 158 Gerald White speaks to how he was taught about the act of bravery when he was a youth.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 21 21 Back In The Day full 6485224a-9973-4777-8bf7-77fbdeea346f https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0081122 Gerald White speaks to what is was like to grow up in Inger as a boy.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Gerald White speaks to what is was like to grow up in Inger as a boy.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:34:21 -0700 Babaamaashikwens Babaamaashikwens 158 Gerald White speaks to what is was like to grow up in Inger as a boy.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 20 20 Growth full d89f2327-3927-4957-8cc3-baa7c3924a61 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2163424d Gerald White reflects on how he sees youth learning from their elders and how he strives to be their teacher of Ojibwe traditional activities.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Gerald White reflects on how he sees youth learning from their elders and how he strives to be their teacher of Ojibwe traditional activities.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:33:01 -0700 Lucy Kingbird Lucy Kingbird 163 Gerald White reflects on how he sees youth learning from their elders and how he strives to be their teacher of Ojibwe traditional activities.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 19 19 How We Were Raised full de17d2ab-19a6-4aba-ac46-0fb357a1951f https://share.transistor.fm/s/c51e27a2 Gerald White reflects on the traditional values he was raised with and how he practices those values in his daily life. Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Gerald White reflects on the traditional values he was raised with and how he practices those values in his daily life. Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:32:21 -0700 Lucy Kingbird Lucy Kingbird 255 Gerald White reflects on the traditional values he was raised with and how he practices those values in his daily life. Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 18 18 Kindness full 3ee1ae1a-d5b9-44f7-b50f-7f03be7b76b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7bad38c Gerald White talks about the importance of being kind to others.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Gerald White talks about the importance of being kind to others.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 10:30:31 -0700 Lucy Kingbird Lucy Kingbird 121 Gerald White talks about the importance of being kind to others.  Lucy Kingbird, his student, recorded Gerald's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 17 17 Telling A Story full 2e0a7eca-8665-46c7-afd1-6bce1ce97e76 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1d880f17 Anne Dunn talks about how she tells stories so that her audience will listen and potentially find themselves through words . Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn talks about how she tells stories so that her audience will listen and potentially find themselves through words . Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:18:27 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 210 Anne Dunn talks about how she tells stories so that her audience will listen and potentially find themselves through words . Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 16 16 My First Book full dd0a8fbd-b959-451b-9eb0-97188d0a0604 https://share.transistor.fm/s/40b3bb5f Anne Dunn reflects on her early writing. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn reflects on her early writing. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:17:09 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 112 Anne Dunn reflects on her early writing. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 15 15 Living In A Struggle full 48803905-30b9-4fcc-a901-1ec00d0d7152 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d960d17e Anne Dunn speaks about her life of struggle fight for Indigenous and environmental rights.  Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn speaks about her life of struggle fight for Indigenous and environmental rights.  Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:14:10 -0700 In Progress In Progress 75 Anne Dunn speaks about her life of struggle fight for Indigenous and environmental rights.  Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 14 14 I Write A Lot Of Stories full 02244bbe-1b0d-431b-a7dd-35669db50ed1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0f619ce9 Anne Dunn speaks about the books she has published and how they have been recieved. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn speaks about the books she has published and how they have been recieved. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:13:06 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 143 Anne Dunn speaks about the books she has published and how they have been recieved. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 13 13 I Was Always A Writer full 7b498f87-63af-4503-a269-99cc290a2a46 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e9a9cc2 Anne Dunn shares how she developed as a writer over time. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn shares how she developed as a writer over time. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:02:23 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 72 Anne Dunn shares how she developed as a writer over time. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 12 12 How I Got My Name full 38dfaac7-1035-4006-bb09-bee23099fbbf https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff2515ad Anne Dunn shares how she was given her Ojibwe name when she was a young woman. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn shares how she was given her Ojibwe name when she was a young woman. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:59:38 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 178 Anne Dunn shares how she was given her Ojibwe name when she was a young woman. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 11 11 Having Something To Say full 8652bb34-a3ec-4c5c-8772-3129cd2b4fd6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0e539c55 Anne Dunn speaks to the importance of  elders sharing their knowledge with other generations. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn speaks to the importance of  elders sharing their knowledge with other generations. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:32:03 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 96 Anne Dunn speaks to the importance of  elders sharing their knowledge with other generations. Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 10 10 Childhood Memories full c4ee1b8c-5244-4de4-99cf-e6207eb45831 https://share.transistor.fm/s/71ba3933 Anne Dunn shares her memories about what life was like living in Cass Lake as a young girl.    Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn shares her memories about what life was like living in Cass Lake as a young girl.    Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:29:21 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Nigigoonsikwe 224 Anne Dunn shares her memories about what life was like living in Cass Lake as a young girl.    Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 9 9 A Family of Storytellers full d1e81079-75f1-4865-bef6-a11986ff764f https://share.transistor.fm/s/f214fc0e Anne Dunn shares her reflections on she became a writer and storyteller.   Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Anne Dunn shares her reflections on she became a writer and storyteller.   Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:26:58 -0700 Nigigoonsikwe Humphrey Nigigoonsikwe Humphrey 193 Anne Dunn shares her reflections on she became a writer and storyteller.   Her granddaughter Nigigoonsikwe, recorded Anne's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> cass lake, storytelling, writing,native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 8 8 A Good Community full ac85b4ca-d386-4b8d-83a8-ddd20778d582 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f963099d Donna Cloud speaks about the valuable cultural activities taking place in her life long residence of Inger, a village of 77 people located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Donna Cloud speaks about the valuable cultural activities taking place in her life long residence of Inger, a village of 77 people located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:45:13 -0700 Lucy Kingbird Lucy Kingbird 46 Donna Cloud speaks about the valuable cultural activities taking place in her life long residence of Inger, a village of 77 people located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 7 7 Grandparent Teachings full a606091d-3ca1-45a9-a88b-f7b693107d23 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a408082a Donna Cloud shares the traditional Ojibwe values that often referred to as "Grandparent Teachings." Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Donna Cloud shares the traditional Ojibwe values that often referred to as "Grandparent Teachings." Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:38:23 -0700 Babaamaashikwens Babaamaashikwens 46 Donna Cloud shares the traditional Ojibwe values that often referred to as "Grandparent Teachings." Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 6 6 Growing Up In Inger full d670cb32-a00f-4f41-ac89-497087732323 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ffe24309 Donna Cloud shares her reflections on growing up in the village of Inger, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Donna Cloud shares her reflections on growing up in the village of Inger, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:35:26 -0700 Babaamaashikwens Babaamaashikwens 62 Donna Cloud shares her reflections on growing up in the village of Inger, located on the Leech Lake Reservation.   Lucy Kingbird, her student, recorded Donna's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> inger, native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 5 5 The Struggles Faced by Today's Generation full cd23bcd3-d9cf-47a7-809b-44054fc49d44 https://share.transistor.fm/s/27900191 Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on the struggles many young people face in terms of their sobriety.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on the struggles many young people face in terms of their sobriety.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:17:00 -0700 Wachaga Wachaga 146 Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on the struggles many young people face in terms of their sobriety.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 5 5 Raising Two Boys full d3b884dc-461a-4d39-be40-58f4838ca40d https://share.transistor.fm/s/ca2f615a LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on what it meant to raise her two sons.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on what it meant to raise her two sons.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:16:09 -0700 Wachaga Four Star Wachaga Four Star 159 LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on what it meant to raise her two sons.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 4 4 My Precious Grandchildren full ae0dcc0e-9f93-4935-b2dc-feb56075a81a https://share.transistor.fm/s/69f7fe18 LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares stories about her connection and deep love for her grandchildren.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares stories about her connection and deep love for her grandchildren.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:08:53 -0700 Wachaga Wachaga 82 LaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares stories about her connection and deep love for her grandchildren.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 3 3 Meeting My Husband full 3b714c7e-1ffe-4362-b947-0989739cb0c9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f41b9d83 Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on marriage, grief and reconnection.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on marriage, grief and reconnection.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:56:02 -0700 Wachaga Wachaga 246 Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares her reflections on marriage, grief and reconnection.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 2 2 Going to my First Pow Wow full 428f3f14-7599-4482-a127-36f406d12f68 https://share.transistor.fm/s/794f8eab Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares childhood memories of going to pow wows on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares childhood memories of going to pow wows on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:51:40 -0700 Wachaga Wachaga 85 Madonna Fourstar LaRocque shares childhood memories of going to pow wows on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> native american, ojibwe, anishinaabe, niigaane, family sotires, family, grandmother, memories No 1 1 A Less Complicated Life full 3ecc1f17-9351-445e-bc89-c0edbaa7ee80 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc21bfc0 MaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares memories of her own childhood growing up on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> MaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares memories of her own childhood growing up on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:47:07 -0700 Wachaga Fourstar Wachaga Fourstar 111 MaDonna Fourstar LaRocque shares memories of her own childhood growing up on the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana.  Wachaga Fourstar, her granddaughter recorded her grandmother's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with the Bizindamoo-makak niigaane program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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