From Here, With a View: Recent Episodes
We Are the Seeds
From Here, With a View: A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast centers Indigenous perspectives on life, art, and everything in-between.
J Miko Thomas (Chickasaw), also known as Landa Lakes, joins Sherenté Mishitashin Harris (Narragansett) for a conversation about their journey in Drag from Oklahoma City to the Bay Area. They reflect on their evolution, artistry, activism, and tradition. This episode is a collaboration between We Are the Seeds and the Drag Arts Oral History Project
J Miko Thomas (Chickasaw), also known as Landa Lakes, joins Sherenté Mishitashin Harris (Narragansett) for a conversation about their journey in Drag from Oklahoma City to the Bay Area. They reflect on their evolution, artistry, activism, and tradition. This episode is a collaboration between We Are the Seeds and the Drag Arts Oral History Project
Sherenté Mishitashin Harris (Narragansett) shares the importance and power of family, their journey dancing Fancy Shawl as a Two-Spirit person, and their commitment to academic achievement.
Sherenté Mishitashin Harris (Narragansett) shares the importance and power of family, their journey dancing Fancy Shawl as a Two-Spirit person, and their commitment to academic achievement.
Host Zachariah Julian speaks with Philadelphia based theater artist Rayne about their own healing journey in the arts, hidden histories of families and an exciting new collaboration they are currently working on together.
Host Zachariah Julian speaks with Philadelphia based theater artist Rayne about their own healing journey in the arts, hidden histories of families and an exciting new collaboration they are currently working on together.
Host Tailinh Agoyo speaks with Wilfredo Hernandez, Producing Director of the Drag Arts Oral History Project, about the importance of archiving underrepresented stories, decolonizing drag, and including Indigenous artists in the project.
Host Tailinh Agoyo speaks with Wilfredo Hernandez, Producing Director of the Drag Arts Oral History Project, about the importance of archiving underrepresented stories, decolonizing drag, and including Indigenous artists in the project.
El Shafiyq Asad Ali shares about his decades long journey advocating for the Indigenous community within the city of Philadelphia–from helping to establish Indigenous People’s Day to the work of creating an Indigenous commission.
El Shafiyq Asad Ali shares about his decades long journey advocating for the Indigenous community within the city of Philadelphia–from helping to establish Indigenous People’s Day to the work of creating an Indigenous commission.
Host Tailinh Agoyo speaks with Patricia Tarrant, Executive Director of the American Indian Community House about her journey as a leader, the profound legacy of AICH, and the future of Indigenous cultural work in urban spaces.
Host Tailinh Agoyo speaks with Patricia Tarrant, Executive Director of the American Indian Community House about her journey as a leader, the profound legacy of AICH, and the future of Indigenous cultural work in urban spaces.
Actor and activist Gregory Norman Cruz joins host Tailinh Agoyo for a meaningful live conversation at We Are the Seeds Philly 2024. Longtime friends and collaborators, they reflect on art, identity, grief, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Actor and activist Gregory Norman Cruz joins host Tailinh Agoyo for a meaningful live conversation at We Are the Seeds Philly 2024. Longtime friends and collaborators, they reflect on art, identity, grief, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Jicarilla Apache musician Zachariah Julian shares his journey creating a new multi-media performance called Project Obtuse for The Library Company of Philadelphia’s year long exhibit, Beyond Glass Cases.
Jicarilla Apache musician Zachariah Julian shares his journey creating a new multi-media performance called Project Obtuse for The Library Company of Philadelphia’s year long exhibit, Beyond Glass Cases.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with Vanessa Roanhorse (Diné). They share experiences and reminiscences about their lasting friendship and wisdom they’ve both earned while working as Indigenous women in the non-profit/business world.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with Vanessa Roanhorse (Diné). They share experiences and reminiscences about their lasting friendship and wisdom they’ve both earned while working as Indigenous women in the non-profit/business world.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with healer Angela Cruz (Filipina) about ancestral midwifery practices, Indigenous healers, spiritual self-care, and the importance of following our ancestors’ wisdom and knowledge.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with healer Angela Cruz (Filipina) about ancestral midwifery practices, Indigenous healers, spiritual self-care, and the importance of following our ancestors’ wisdom and knowledge.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with Janelle Palacios (Salish/Kootenai) about her journey becoming a nurse midwife, Indigenous identity and the power of story, leading her to form her organization, Encoded 4 Story.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) talks with Janelle Palacios (Salish/Kootenai) about her journey becoming a nurse midwife, Indigenous identity and the power of story, leading her to form her organization, Encoded 4 Story.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View - A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors is hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) and will uplift and inspire, speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) shares the experiences that led to her founding Changing Woman Initiative, the life lessons she learned while running the non-profit, the future of CWI, and her decision to leave the organization to pursue other important work pushing maternal health forward.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View: A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors, hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) uplifts and inspires—speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities, and the business sector.
We Are the Ancestors’ host Nicolle Arthun (Diné) shares the experiences that led to her founding Changing Woman Initiative, the life lessons she learned while running the non-profit, the future of CWI, and her decision to leave the organization to pursue other important work pushing maternal health forward.
We Are the Ancestors is a four-part mini-series produced for and within From Here, With a View: A We Are the Seeds Philadelphia Podcast. We Are the Ancestors, hosted by Nicolle Arthun (Diné) uplifts and inspires—speaking authentically with Indigenous women leaders in midwifery, traditional healing modalities, and the business sector.
Dawn & Cassius Spears (Narragansett) share their journey growing Ashawaug Farm; their guiding principles as the only Indigenous owned and operated farm in Rhode Island and, their plans for the future.
Dawn & Cassius Spears (Narragansett) share their journey growing Ashawaug Farm; their guiding principles as the only Indigenous owned and operated farm in Rhode Island and, their plans for the future.
Klamath Modoc tribal leader Jeff Mitchell shares the decades long fight for salmon, water and the removal of four dams along the Klamath river with guest host Cassie Rose Mitchell
Klamath Modoc tribal leader Jeff Mitchell shares the decades long fight for salmon, water and the removal of four dams along the Klamath river with guest host Cassie Rose Mitchell
Pulitzer Prize Award winning author Tommy Orange (Cheyenne/Arapaho) sits down with Tailinh Agoyo to discuss his new book Wandering Stars.
Pulitzer Prize Award winning author Tommy Orange (Cheyenne/Arapaho) sits down with Tailinh Agoyo to discuss his new book Wandering Stars.
Musician and engineer, Mike Trombley (Blackfeet) talks about the inspiration for his company Native Audio, overcoming adversity after a life changing experience, and the joy of becoming a father.
Musician and engineer, Mike Trombley (Blackfeet) talks about the inspiration for his company Native Audio, overcoming adversity after a life changing experience and the joy of becoming a father.
Preservation & Innovation: A New Economy for Indigenous Arts. Moderator Xiao Hui Star sits down with Project Antelope co-founders, Tailinh Agoyo, Avery Amaya and Colleen Farwell to discuss the future of Indigenous arts through their new online marketplace.
Preservation & Innovation: A New Economy for Indigenous Arts. Moderator Xiao Hui Star sits down with Project Antelope co-founders, Tailinh Agoyo, Avery Amaya and Colleen Farwell to discuss the future of Indigenous arts through their new online marketplace.
Wampanoag artist Siobhan Brown shares her artistic journey from classical theater training to finding purpose in creating original Indigenous work for and with her community.
Wampanoag artist Siobhan Brown shares her artistic journey from classical theater training to finding purpose in creating original Indigenous work for and with her community.
Sister musicians Dorothy & Natasha Cuylear, share about the importance of becoming mothers, connecting to their Jicarilla Apache culture, and finding their collective voice as artists.
Sister musicians Dorothy & Natasha Cuylear, share about the importance of becoming mothers, connecting to their Jicarilla Apache culture, and finding their collective voice as artists.
Narragansett/Niantic Elder Paulla Dove Jennings, shares the origin story of Dovecrest, a legendary Indigenous restaurant and trading post.
Narragansett/Niantic Elder Paulla Dove Jennings, shares the origin story of Dovecrest, a legendary Indigenous restaurant and trading post.
Narragansett/Niantic Elder Paulla Dove Jennings, shares about a sweet love story, fun family gatherings and life before electricity -- "a good life"
Narragansett/Niantic Elder Paulla Dove Jennings, shares about a sweet love story, fun family gatherings and life before electricity -- "a good life"
Visual Artist Celia Calabaza (Kewa Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache) shares how art can heal and where she draws inspiration from.
Visual Artist Celia Calabaza (Kewa Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache) shares how art can heal and where she draws inspiration from.
Part two - Dawn Spears, Cassius Spears and Chef Sherry Pocknett share the importance of Indigenous Food Sovereignty.
Part two - Dawn Spears, Cassius Spears and Chef Sherry Pocknett share the importance of Indigenous Food Sovereignty.
Part one - Dawn Spears, Cassius Spears and Chef Sherry Pocknett share the importance of Indigenous Food Sovereignty.
Part one - Dawn Spears, Cassius Spears and Chef Sherry Pocknett share the importance of Indigenous Food Sovereignty.
This episode features Taino artist, musician and human rights advocate Roberto Mukaro Borrero’s opening welcome and presentation for Seeds Philly at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia.
This episode features Taino artist, musician and human rights advocate Roberto Múkaro Borrero’s opening welcome and presentation for Seeds Philly at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia.
This episode features Taino artist, musician, and human rights advocate Roberto Múkaro Borrero’s opening welcome and presentation for Seeds Philly 2022 at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia.
Bay Area based social worker and artist Anthony Guzman shares the importance of community and self-healing through wellness, ceremony, art and generosity.
Bay Area based social worker and artist Anthony Guzman shares the importance of community and self-healing through wellness, ceremony, art and generosity.
Paula Peters shares historical truths and the impact over development has had on the environment and the Mashpee Wampanoag people in Mashpee Massachusetts.
Paula Peters shares historical truths and the impact over development has had on the environment and the Mashpee Wampanoag people in Mashpee Massachusetts.
Christa Couture (Cree/Scandinavian) shares how she uses music, filmmaking and memoir to tell the many facets of her personal story through grief and triumph.
Christa Couture (Cree/Scandinavian) shares how she uses music, filmmaking and memoir to tell the many facets of her personal story through grief and triumph.
Established interdisciplinary artists, and partners in marriage and business, Janice Black Elk-Jim (Sicangu Lakota), and Daniel Jim (Diné) of Ring Mountain Design share the inspirations and teachings behind their incredible body of work.
Established interdisciplinary artists, and partners in marriage and business, Janice Black Elk-Jim (Sicangu Lakota), and Daniel Jim (Diné) of Ring Mountain Design share the inspirations and teachings behind their incredible body of work.
Established interdisciplinary artists, and partners in marriage and business, Janice Black Elk-Jim (Sicangu Lakota), and Daniel Jim (Dine’) of Ring Mountain Design share the inspirations and teachings behind their incredible body of work.
Choctaw artist Kristin Gentry shares about her inspirations, their recent career highlights, and advice for Indigenous youth interested in becoming working artists.
Choctaw artist Kristin Gentry shares about her inspirations, their recent career highlights, and advice for Indigenous youth interested in becoming working artists.
Dark Winds star Zahn McClarnon shares his journey from Jesus Christ Superstar to becoming Indian Country’s favorite uncle/cop and how he coined the phrase sh*t-ass on Reservation Dogs.
Dark Winds star Zahn McClarnon shares his journey from Jesus Christ Superstar to becoming Indian Country’s favorite uncle/cop and how he coined the phrase sh*t-ass on Reservation Dogs.
Mohegan theatre artist Madeline Sayet talks about the state of Indigenous theatre, what keeps her grounded, and touring her play Where We Belong.
Mohegan theatre artist Madeline Sayet talks about the state of Indigenous theatre, what keeps her grounded, and touring her play Where We Belong.
Shinnecock artist Christian Weaver talks about the importance of Indigenous entrepreneurship, artistic inspiration, and staying true to your cultural traditions in the work you create.
Shinnecock artist Christian Weaver talks about the importance of Indigenous entrepreneurship, artistic inspiration, and staying true to your cultural traditions in the work you create.
Musician + Filmmaker Mozart Gabriel shares about his video Across Seas, the Star Wars Universe, and the importance of ceremony.
Musician + Filmmaker Mozart Gabriel shares about his video Across Seas, the Star Wars Universe, and the importance of ceremony.
Musician Raye Zaragoza shares about the making of her video They Say, getting over stage fright after covid, and the importance of youth telling their own stories.
Musician Raye Zaragoza shares about the making of her video They Say, getting over stage fright after covid, and the importance of youth telling their own stories.
Dr. Evan Adams (Tla'amin First Nation), actor (Smoke Signals), and physician (Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Public Health for Indigenous Services Canada), shares about both of his careers, the Covid-19 pandemic, and the importance of being of service to others.
Dr. Evan Adams (Tla'amin First Nation), actor (Smoke Signals), and physician (Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Public Health for Indigenous Services Canada), shares about both of his careers, the Covid-19 pandemic, and the importance of being of service to others.