2 Crees in a Pod: Recent Episodes
Terri Suntjens
2 Crees in a Pod, unapologetically creates space for Indigenous resurgence. Our intention is to disrupt western colonial systems and honor Indigenous helping practices.
2 Crees in a Pod welcomes Dr. Jen Sidorova to engage in a conversation in her research as a Siberian Indigenous scholar in this episode.
2 Crees in a Pod brings together Jouvnas and Zakary to share their stories and work they do in the community in creating safe spaces.
In this conversation, we hear about space, place and music in the North. In sharing their familial relationships we hear about stories of love, culture and community.
2 Crees in a Pod invites Tłı̨chǫ Dene lawyer Roger Wah Shee to discuss human rights and Section 25 in relation to inclusion, tradition and rights.
In this mini series of “Stories from the North” we had the pleasure of sharing space with Nika and her mother Debbie. This conversation explores stories of love, land, language, reconnection and advocacy.
Join us in this conversation over tea, talking about work in difficult systems, truth, advocacy and love for one another.
Join us as we share intimate stories of love and friendship. Through laughter we engage in healing and learning.
Mallory joins 2 Crees in a Pod to share her journey from the under the bleachers of Kehewin pow-wow to her very successful business “Indigenous Box”.
2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Tammy Rae in this episode, that explores her love for her family, her language and music. Tammy is a educator and artist who has a passion to share her gifts with others.
2 Crees in a Pod share a conversation with same gendered couple TJ & Emery on love, parenting and patience.
2 Crees in Pods invites Kisha into a conversation to discuss her work with the search for unmarked graves at Indian Residential Schools. We explored how this spirit work invites us to find ourselves and mourn collectively through this process.
Join 2 Crees in a Pod with Joel Cardinal and Mylan Tootoosis as we discuss Pretendians. We acknowledged our uncomfortableness as Indigenous people working in post secondary institutions discussing pretendians, however we recognize the importance to continue having these difficult conversations. Reconciliation is sexy and everyone wants a piece so how do we navigate systems where people are unethically taking space.
2 Crees in a pod loved this conversation with our relatives that speaks to the spirit and knowledge in our nehiyawewin. The teachings shared remind us to be good human beings and that Indigenous languages has everything we need and seek.
In this episode, Amber and Terri share things you may not know about them, stories of Indigenous love language and love for one another.
For the 1st time the roles have changed and Terri & Amber are interviewed on their podcast. Dr. Raven Sinclair joins us as a guest host as we share stories of family, grief, well being and our adventures.
2 Crees in a Pod explores a deep conversation about Indigenous knowledge and how this way of life and learning is critical for Indigenous people today.
This inspiring episode shares Aly’s journey into leadership and reminds our listeners of the Indigenous knowledge we hold in our communities and families.
2 Crees in a Pod is back with Metis-Cree lawyer, Myrna, to discuss the importance of trauma informed practice.
2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Justin Louis, cofounder of Section35 clothing. This raw conversation dived into some important topics that explores creative decolonial expression.
Join us for a raw conversation with Roberta Shephard about racism, discrimination and white supremacy.
2 Crees in a Pod share a beautiful conversation with Marissa and Patrick about relationships, hardships, growth and goals!
2 Crees in a Pod wraps up Season 3 with sisters and educators, Noella & Patricia Steinhauer. Be sure not to miss this episode!
2 Crees in a Pod talks, laughs and crys with Shaunte about co-parenting and blended families.
2 Crees in a Pod shares a meaningful conversation with Aaron Paquette that explores his stories, art and his journey to politics.
2 Crees in a Pod explores spirit in education with Dr. Hart in a meaningful dialogue that reminds us that as Indigenous people we have a lot to offer and always have.
2 Crees in a Pod shares a heartfelt conversation with Prestin Thotin-awasis that speaks to the challenges and beauty of embracing his two-spirit identity.
In this episode we listened to Dwayne share his own journey in understanding his loss from community (descendant of Papaschase) then rediscovering his connections in community and culture.
In this episode we sit with Darlene Auger as she shares with us her work with wîwîp’son, a healing swing for youth and adults.
Join us in a passionate conversation about research and education for Indigenous peoples.
2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Joel Wood who has been singing most of his life and is part of the Northern Cree Drum family. He shares with our listeners song and teachings that have been passed along to him.
On today’s episode we are honoured to have George Desjarlais from Frog Lake Cree Nation join us to share with us and our listeners his own stories and teachings.
2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have to Fawn Wood share with us her own stories and work she has been doing for the love of song and our people.
2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have Roxanne Tootoosis join us to share about the importance of culture and ceremony in Post Secondary education.
In our first episode of Season 3 we sit down with Dr.Makokis to listen to her share her teachings and stories about how ceremony impacted her life.
In this bonus episode we discuss the state of Indigenous languages in Alberta and the importance of the revitalization of nehiyawewin.
2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have the Gadwa family join us in this episode. They will share with our listeners stories of the drum and songs.
In this episode Amber and Terri discuss Indigenous relationships and explore intimate partner relationship stories.
This bonus episode was recorded in the bush with two hunters who shared with our listeners their own personal stories of hunting. We managed to add in a cow moose call, a round dance song and a grunt into this episode.
2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Gladys Radek, who advocated for the National Public Inquiry for MMIWG. She is auntie to Tamara Lynn Chipman, who disappeared from Prince Rupert, BC, aka, the Highway of Tears in northern British Columbia. She vanished September 21, 2005 and remains missing today.
In this episode the hosts of 2 Crees in a Pod enjoy a Q & A with one another that shares some personal stories and laughs with our listeners.
2 Crees in a Pod talks with Nataanii Means about moving off the Rez, music, generational fear and breaking cycles.
In this episode we sit down with two educators in leadership who share their journeys and how it’s all connected.
In this episode on 2 Crees in a Pod, Jose shares his own story of finding hope and purpose after being incarcerated for many years and being involved in gangs. He is now the Director of Case Management and Navigation with Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles.
In this episode Nadia shares stories that have influenced her life and talks about her role as an Indigenous birth worker and health activist within our communities.
This episode discusses our responsibility in disrupting systems that are harmful. Chris shares his story of why he became teacher and how that has influenced his work with Think Indigenous.
2 Crees in a Pod talks to Grant Bruno about his research with Cree fathers and his own journey with mental health. His resilience challenges the barriers our men face daily in our communities.
In this episode with a young Cree mom, we hear her stories and journey with cancer. Ashley worked her way through western medical practices, soul searching and finding her way to Indigenous ceremony to begin healing.
Our final episode of Season 1 wraps up with two amazing folks who are near and dear to our hearts. This conversation explores wicihtasow, meaning one who is a helper in the context of language, ceremony and is based in the teachings. We discuss their omanitew and nêhiyaw kesi wahkotok: Cree relationship mapping training that guides human service workers towards developing a more in-depth understanding of Indigenous teachings and concepts.
Colleen is the author of ‘Raised Somewhere Else”, a book that shares her incredible story of being a 60’s scoop adoptee and going home. 2 Crees in a Pod loved this conversation that shares a valuable resource that connects adoptees through a geographic information mapping (GIS) platform called “In Our Own Words: Mapping the 60s Scoop Survivor Diaspora”.
2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Andre Bear to discuss restorative justice. Taking us through his own stories, we get a glimpse of some important teachings that remind us of the important changes that are needed in this country.
2 Crees in a Pod explores Indigenous social work with Dr. Sinclair. We enjoyed this conversation filled with laughter and meaningful dialogue.
This episode shares a meaningful conversation with Dr. Absolon, that discusses doing Indigenous education in a Indigenous way.
In this episode we discuss land based education and language with Dr. Kevin Lewis. Kevin runs cultural camps that share and teaches others about Cree traditional ways.
Be prepared to be inspired in this episode with Dr. Cindy Blackstock. She speaks to the importance of humility, moral courage and our values. As a Indigenous woman, Dr. Blackstock is leading the way in advocating for Indigenous children’s equality in Canada.
We are joined by Dr. Michael Yellowbird to discuss how colonization has and continues to impact our bodies and brains. We explore how Indigenous ceremony and the continued resurgence of our languages, rituals, traditions are critical to addressing trauma.
This episode discusses circle protocol and processes with Sharon Steinhauer. We explore how circles can be utilized in the classroom, your workspace and at home with you family.
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Leona Makokis, exploring the significance of place based learning and Indigenous governance.