21st Century Native Leaders

In this episode, I read Chapter 10 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter. This book can be purchased from Amazon, use this link: https://amzn.to/30YZV8O   Thanks for listening. #navajo #navajonation #navajohistory

In this episode, I have a conversation with Ginger Sykes Torres (Navajo) who is a candidate for New Arizona Congressional District 1. Ginger shares her educational journey to becoming a candidate for congress. She also talks about her experiences working with the Phoenix and Native American communities. Follow Ginger on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can also donate to her campaign: https://www.gingerforarizona.com #navajo #arizona #congress

In this episode, I read Chapter 9 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter. This book can be purchased from Amazon, use this link: https://amzn.to/33WKTC4 Thanks for listening. #navajo #navajonation #navajohistory

In this episode, I read Chapter 8 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter. This book can be purchased from Amazon, use this link: https://amzn.to/30YZV8O Thanks for listening. #navajo #navajonation #navajohistory

In this episode, I chat with Duane Humeyestewa and Kyle Sumatzkuku (both Hopi). Kyle is a Native American endurance runner from the Hopi tribe in Northern Arizona recently launched a GoFundMe campaign to enable his travel and participation in the 125th Boston Marathon on October 11, 2021. The goal of the campaign is to raise funds that will cover the long trip from Moenkopi, Arizona to Boston, Massachusetts. Duane Humeyestewa is tracking Kyle on this journey with a documentary project, stated, "As Hopi people, we have the inherent strength and resilience to run the highest mesas and hike the highest mountains, so running and finishing a marathon is a testament of that endurance built into our DNA. We can’t let anything stop us from achieving our dreams." Link to GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/4bgege-hopi-runner-kyle-sumatzkuku-chases-a-dream?member=13654923&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer  

In this episode, I chat with Craig Young (Navajo) who is a math and robotics teacher in Tuba City, Arizona. Craig and I talk about his journey to becoming and educator. We also talk about how he teaches students to overcome math illiteracy. Finally, he discusses publishing an article in a book about teaching students math and science with robotics. Links below are to follow the work he is doing at Tuba City Boarding School: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMJZE1NEExY https://navajomathcircles.org/ https://aimathcircles.org/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzeJtfjFjiwMmkhm1cDYuDw Contact Email: arrowheadmathcircle@gmail.com Facebook: Arrowhead MathCircle

In this episode, I read Chapter 6 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter.  This book can be purchased on Amazon.   Thanks for listening. #navajo #navajonation #navajohistory 

In this episode, I chat with Kendall Augustine (Navajo) who is the owner of Analytical Technologies Incorporated in Farmington, New Mexico. Kendall’s business offers circuit board repair for the oil and gas industry, solar adaptation, circuit manipulation, solar generators and solar maintained street lights. Most importantly, Kendall has 11 solar generating units that he is donating to families on the Navajo Reservation. He will even install the solar units.   Checkout his website: http://analyticaltechnologiesincorporated.com #navajo #smallbusiness #newmexico

In this episode, I read Chapter 5 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter.  This book can be purchased on Amazon.   Thanks for listening.

In this episode, I interview Jaroleen Smith (Navajo) who is the owner of The People's Homecare, PLLC. Jaroleen provides home health care options for families in the Four Corners area. Jaroleen talks about navigating the process to be recognized a Navajo priority one business. She is licensed to operate in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and on the Navajo Nation. Checkout their website: https://www.thepeopleshomecarepllc.com #navajo #smallbusiness #newmexico

In this episode, I read Chapter 3 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter.  This book can be purchased on Amazon.   Thanks for listening.

In this episode, I interview Danielle Romero (Natchitoches Tribe of Louisiana) who is the founder of There is a Cloud. Danielle's non-profit focuses on providing support for Native American communities. There is a Cloud supports non-profit organizations working in Native communities through fundraising, visibility, marketing + strategy.   Check out their website: https://www.thereisacloud.org #nonprofit #nativeamerican #podcast

In this episode, I talk about the 3rd Stimulus Check and Tax Updates. Thanks for following.  Link to stimulus check calculator: https://www.freetaxusa.com/stimulus-calculator.jsp  

In this episode, I read Chapter 2 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter. This book can be purchased on Amazon.

In this episode, I read Chapter 1 in Hosteen Klah: Navaho Medicine Man and Sand Painter.  This book can be purchased on Amazon.   Thanks for listening.

In this episode, I read a book I read in college that talks about Navajo history. This book can be purchased on Amazon.

I found this short write up on Facebook, but I added some context because my family is from the Tsaile/Lukachukai, Arizona communities. Thank you for listening.

In this episode, Nephi Craig (White Mountain Apache/Navajo) talks with me about his path to becoming a chef and opening up Cafe Gozhoo. Nephi talks about living and cooking in other countries around the world. He also talks about his journey to overcoming addiction. Lastly, Nephi talks about being featured in the movie, Gather (https://gather.film). Follow Nephi on all social media platforms. #chef #apache #navajo PC: Ari Carter Craig

In this episode, Dewayne Dale, Jr. (Navajo) talks with me about his design career and how he created designs for Keen, Leatherman, and other brands. He also talks about living 1,000 miles from the Navajo reservation during college. Lastly, we talk about his new shoe that looks like a Navajo moccasin. Check out Dewayne's work: http://www.indigenousdezigner.com Pre-order his shoe: https://www.rockdeep.com/products/fifth-trail?fbclid=IwAR0j8hq4_KprE4hAWc89IhBS1wyUZ9QStbGHFtEWQY0z216GVlR2g6uZw_w&variant=37176411193510  

In this episode, Loretta Sarah Todd (Cree & Metis) talks with me about her amazing career. She also talks about the movie, Monkey Beach, which is a "testament to Indigenous women’s ability to not just endure trials but emerge from them empowered."   Follow Loretta and Monkey Beach: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monkeybeachthemovie/ Website: https://www.monkeybeachmovie.com/ Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9PBWP9D15k&t=2s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monkeybeachmovie/   #monkeybeach #movie #firstnations