In this episode, we meet Cherokee angler Dakota Page, a three-time Bassmaster High School All-State Fisherman. We watch as Brynlee Good Voice, a female high school standout on the wrestling mat proves girls have just what it takes to win. Cherokee National Treasure Mike Dart shows us how a peaceful mind and knowledge of natural materials leads to award-winning baskets. In our Cherokee Almanac, we visit a painful time in Cherokee history not often discussed, the removal stockades and imprisonment of Cherokees by the federal government leading up to the Trail of Tears.

In this episode, we meet Cherokee angler Dakota Page, a three-time Bassmaster High School All-State Fisherman. We watch as Brynlee Good Voice, a female high school standout on the wrestling mat proves girls have just what it takes to win. Cherokee National Treasure Mike Dart shows us how a peaceful mind and knowledge of natural materials leads to award-winning baskets. In our Cherokee Almanac, we visit a painful time in Cherokee history not often discussed, the removal stockades and imprisonment of Cherokees by the federal government leading up to the Trail of Tears.

In this episode, we meet Cherokee Nation citizen Jamee Suarez and her dedication to bettering the lives of all animals. As President of Oklahoma Alliance for Animals, she works with communities to educate how best to treat the furry companions in our lives. Ashley Thirsty-Vann is a Cherokee Nation citizen and genealogist working to bring generations of family history into focus. She leans on the strength and encouragement passed down from generations of Cherokee women to keep those roots strong. We watch as Gabe Simpson shows us how his grit and perseverance go a long way in realizing his dreams. As a stand-out NCAA athlete for two sports and an accomplished academic, he?s a small-town Oklahoma guy who dreams of bringing it all back to the Cherokee Nation. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about the significance and heartache tied to Blythe Ferry. For many Cherokee people, it was the last step our ancestors took in their original homelands.

In this episode, we meet Cherokee Nation citizen Jamee Suarez and her dedication to bettering the lives of all animals. As President of Oklahoma Alliance for Animals, she works with communities to educate how best to treat the furry companions in our lives. Ashley Thirsty-Vann is a Cherokee Nation citizen and genealogist working to bring generations of family history into focus. She leans on the strength and encouragement passed down from generations of Cherokee women to keep those roots strong. We watch as Gabe Simpson shows us how his grit and perseverance go a long way in realizing his dreams. As a stand-out NCAA athlete for two sports and an accomplished academic, he?s a small-town Oklahoma guy who dreams of bringing it all back to the Cherokee Nation. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about the significance and heartache tied to Blythe Ferry. For many Cherokee people, it was the last step our ancestors took in their original homelands.

In this episode, we meet Cherokee Nation citizen Jamee Suarez and her dedication to bettering the lives of all animals. As President of Oklahoma Alliance for Animals, she works with communities to educate how best to treat the furry companions in our lives. Ashley Thirsty-Vann is a Cherokee Nation citizen and genealogist working to bring generations of family history into focus. She leans on the strength and encouragement passed down from generations of Cherokee women to keep those roots strong. We watch as Gabe Simpson shows us how his grit and perseverance go a long way in realizing his dreams. As a stand-out NCAA athlete for two sports and an accomplished academic, he?s a small-town Oklahoma guy who dreams of bringing it all back to the Cherokee Nation. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about the significance and heartache tied to Blythe Ferry. For many Cherokee people, it was the last step our ancestors took in their original homelands.

In this episode, Tayler Gutierrez is a Cherokee beadwork artist and part of an online community that allows her to grow and flourish in her art. Bryan Waytula comes from a family of Cherokee artists who have passed on their cultural knowledge. We look at how he uses this generational knowledge to create his own new and distinctive art. Sam Horsechief is a beloved running coach in the Cherokee Nation who has left a lasting impression on all his athletes. He shares what pushed him and how he continues to challenge and encourage his own students. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the man behind the historic Chisholm Trail. Jesse Chisholm was a Cherokee trader and diplomat and we learn how he blazed a path for cattle traders through Indian Territory.

In this episode, Tayler Gutierrez is a Cherokee beadwork artist and part of an online community that allows her to grow and flourish in her art. Bryan Waytula comes from a family of Cherokee artists who have passed on their cultural knowledge. We look at how he uses this generational knowledge to create his own new and distinctive art. Sam Horsechief is a beloved running coach in the Cherokee Nation who has left a lasting impression on all his athletes. He shares what pushed him and how he continues to challenge and encourage his own students. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the man behind the historic Chisholm Trail. Jesse Chisholm was a Cherokee trader and diplomat and we learn how he blazed a path for cattle traders through Indian Territory.

In this episode, Tayler Gutierrez is a Cherokee beadwork artist and part of an online community that allows her to grow and flourish in her art. Bryan Waytula comes from a family of Cherokee artists who have passed on their cultural knowledge. We look at how he uses this generational knowledge to create his own new and distinctive art. Sam Horsechief is a beloved running coach in the Cherokee Nation who has left a lasting impression on all his athletes. He shares what pushed him and how he continues to challenge and encourage his own students. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the man behind the historic Chisholm Trail. Jesse Chisholm was a Cherokee trader and diplomat and we learn how he blazed a path for cattle traders through Indian Territory.

In this episode, Cordney McClain is an educator, actor, writer and poet with a big heart. We learn about his community involvement and see how he leaves his audience wanting more. We visit Roberta Sapp at the creek on her family?s land and she shares the importance of water. She shares with us the lessons her grandparents taught her and how she passes it on to future generations. Geneva Thompson is an attorney bridging the areas of environmental and tribal law. She shares with us how partnerships with Tribal Nations can help protect our planet for future generations. In our Cherokee Almanac we learn why Fort Gibson was created in Indian Territory and how the fort impacted Cherokee Nation throughout the 19th century.

In this episode, Cordney McClain is an educator, actor, writer and poet with a big heart. We learn about his community involvement and see how he leaves his audience wanting more. We visit Roberta Sapp at the creek on her family?s land and she shares the importance of water. She shares with us the lessons her grandparents taught her and how she passes it on to future generations. Geneva Thompson is an attorney bridging the areas of environmental and tribal law. She shares with us how partnerships with Tribal Nations can help protect our planet for future generations. In our Cherokee Almanac we learn why Fort Gibson was created in Indian Territory and how the fort impacted Cherokee Nation throughout the 19th century.

In this episode, Cordney McClain is an educator, actor, writer and poet with a big heart. We learn about his community involvement and see how he leaves his audience wanting more. We visit Roberta Sapp at the creek on her family?s land and she shares the importance of water. She shares with us the lessons her grandparents taught her and how she passes it on to future generations. Geneva Thompson is an attorney bridging the areas of environmental and tribal law. She shares with us how partnerships with Tribal Nations can help protect our planet for future generations. In our Cherokee Almanac we learn why Fort Gibson was created in Indian Territory and how the fort impacted Cherokee Nation throughout the 19th century.

In this episode, Gina Olaya, daughter of the late Wilma Mankiller, principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, is a true living legacy. Unfortunately she suffers from the same health issues that plagued her mother and many others in her family. By carrying her mother's memory with her, she navigates a difficult life with grace and continues to serve our tribe. Multi-talented Steve Mashburn has no shortage of hobbies. He is both an award-winning Cherokee silversmith and an avid beekeeper, and the last thing he's doing is keeping his skills to himself. Join Steve as he spreads his knowledge to help his metalsmith students find their spark. Lori Enlow is an ultra endurance runner, racking up several miles every day training for competition. She perseveres through physical and emotional struggles to achieve success as both a runner and a Cherokee Nation nurse practitioner. Witness Lori's motivation for yourself as she stays the course and crosses the finish line. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore Cherokee involvement in the Battle of Pea Ridge. Despite attempts to remain neutral during the U. S. Civil War, the Cherokee Nation found itself drawn into conflict and divided. Nowhere was that more evident than during this pivotal battle.

In this episode, Gina Olaya, daughter of the late Wilma Mankiller, principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, is a true living legacy. Unfortunately she suffers from the same health issues that plagued her mother and many others in her family. By carrying her mother's memory with her, she navigates a difficult life with grace and continues to serve our tribe. Multi-talented Steve Mashburn has no shortage of hobbies. He is both an award-winning Cherokee silversmith and an avid beekeeper, and the last thing he's doing is keeping his skills to himself. Join Steve as he spreads his knowledge to help his metalsmith students find their spark. Lori Enlow is an ultra endurance runner, racking up several miles every day training for competition. She perseveres through physical and emotional struggles to achieve success as both a runner and a Cherokee Nation nurse practitioner. Witness Lori's motivation for yourself as she stays the course and crosses the finish line. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore Cherokee involvement in the Battle of Pea Ridge. Despite attempts to remain neutral during the U. S. Civil War, the Cherokee Nation found itself drawn into conflict and divided. Nowhere was that more evident than during this pivotal battle.

In this episode, Gina Olaya, daughter of the late Wilma Mankiller, principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, is a true living legacy. Unfortunately she suffers from the same health issues that plagued her mother and many others in her family. By carrying her mother's memory with her, she navigates a difficult life with grace and continues to serve our tribe. Multi-talented Steve Mashburn has no shortage of hobbies. He is both an award-winning Cherokee silversmith and an avid beekeeper, and the last thing he's doing is keeping his skills to himself. Join Steve as he spreads his knowledge to help his metalsmith students find their spark. Lori Enlow is an ultra endurance runner, racking up several miles every day training for competition. She perseveres through physical and emotional struggles to achieve success as both a runner and a Cherokee Nation nurse practitioner. Witness Lori's motivation for yourself as she stays the course and crosses the finish line. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore Cherokee involvement in the Battle of Pea Ridge. Despite attempts to remain neutral during the U. S. Civil War, the Cherokee Nation found itself drawn into conflict and divided. Nowhere was that more evident than during this pivotal battle.

In this episode, Cherokee biologist Caleb Hickman reveres all of nature's creatures, even the less than majestic ones. Caleb explains the importance of these animals to Cherokee tradition and our environment. Meet historian and Regional Director for the Oklahoma Historical Society David Flowler who has dedicated his career to preserving and perpetuating the accurate history of the Cherokee Nation. Join this dynamic duo known as Frybread Factory, as they bring together food, culture, and a little bit of competition. DJ McCarter is a Cherokee speaker, elder, and a Baptist pastor. At Elm Tree Baptist Church he and his wife Frances work to serve their community and keep the Cherokee language alive through education and music. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about a mysterious group from our tribe's past. During the U.S. Civil War, with the Cherokee Nation divided over several issues, the Pin Indians fought a war within a war.

In this episode, Cherokee biologist Caleb Hickman reveres all of nature's creatures, even the less than majestic ones. Caleb explains the importance of these animals to Cherokee tradition and our environment. Meet historian and Regional Director for the Oklahoma Historical Society David Flowler who has dedicated his career to preserving and perpetuating the accurate history of the Cherokee Nation. Join this dynamic duo known as Frybread Factory, as they bring together food, culture, and a little bit of competition. DJ McCarter is a Cherokee speaker, elder, and a Baptist pastor. At Elm Tree Baptist Church he and his wife Frances work to serve their community and keep the Cherokee language alive through education and music. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about a mysterious group from our tribe's past. During the U.S. Civil War, with the Cherokee Nation divided over several issues, the Pin Indians fought a war within a war.

In this episode, Cherokee biologist Caleb Hickman reveres all of nature's creatures, even the less than majestic ones. Caleb explains the importance of these animals to Cherokee tradition and our environment. Meet historian and Regional Director for the Oklahoma Historical Society David Flowler who has dedicated his career to preserving and perpetuating the accurate history of the Cherokee Nation. Join this dynamic duo known as Frybread Factory, as they bring together food, culture, and a little bit of competition. DJ McCarter is a Cherokee speaker, elder, and a Baptist pastor. At Elm Tree Baptist Church he and his wife Frances work to serve their community and keep the Cherokee language alive through education and music. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about a mysterious group from our tribe's past. During the U.S. Civil War, with the Cherokee Nation divided over several issues, the Pin Indians fought a war within a war.

In this episode, Patsy Phillips is the Director of the Museum of Contemporary Native Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In this position she explores many different artistic avenues and expressions while advocating for contemporary Native artists. Few know the Cherokee Blowgun as well as Danny McCarter. As a lifelong teacher and Cherokee national treasure, Danny shares the importance of helping others and listening to our elders. Daniel Mink's passion led him to a unique career in graphic design. Rooted in ancestral art and motifs, his work creates a modern visual identity for the Cherokee Nation. Daniel's iconic vision has reached viewers all over the world. In our Cherokee Almanac, we examine the final years in the life of prolific Cherokee Nation Principal Chief John Ross. Through the divisive period of the U.S. Civil War and early Reconstruction, Chief Ross worked tirelessly to hold our nation together.

In this episode, Patsy Phillips is the Director of the Museum of Contemporary Native Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In this position she explores many different artistic avenues and expressions while advocating for contemporary Native artists. Few know the Cherokee Blowgun as well as Danny McCarter. As a lifelong teacher and Cherokee national treasure, Danny shares the importance of helping others and listening to our elders. Daniel Mink's passion led him to a unique career in graphic design. Rooted in ancestral art and motifs, his work creates a modern visual identity for the Cherokee Nation. Daniel's iconic vision has reached viewers all over the world. In our Cherokee Almanac, we examine the final years in the life of prolific Cherokee Nation Principal Chief John Ross. Through the divisive period of the U.S. Civil War and early Reconstruction, Chief Ross worked tirelessly to hold our nation together.

In this episode, Patsy Phillips is the Director of the Museum of Contemporary Native Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In this position she explores many different artistic avenues and expressions while advocating for contemporary Native artists. Few know the Cherokee Blowgun as well as Danny McCarter. As a lifelong teacher and Cherokee national treasure, Danny shares the importance of helping others and listening to our elders. Daniel Mink's passion led him to a unique career in graphic design. Rooted in ancestral art and motifs, his work creates a modern visual identity for the Cherokee Nation. Daniel's iconic vision has reached viewers all over the world. In our Cherokee Almanac, we examine the final years in the life of prolific Cherokee Nation Principal Chief John Ross. Through the divisive period of the U.S. Civil War and early Reconstruction, Chief Ross worked tirelessly to hold our nation together.

On this episode of Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, baller Lindy Waters III shares what it means to bring Indian ball to the NCAA. Cherokee National Treasure Vivian Garner Cottrell takes us inside a canebrake in search of the perfect basket making materials and U.S. Navy veteran John Cockrum recounts his tour of duty on a submarine during World War.

In this episode, we explore the Cherokee language which is sacred to our people but unfortunately, is becoming endangered. Learn about the extrodinary impact of a special book recognizing our first-launguage speakers. Meet Zebadiah Nofire, a young Cherokee comedian, who keeps us laughing with his love of family, language and stories. Also, listen to Whitney Roach, a Cherokee storyteller and former Miss Cherokee, share her favorite story about the water spider and how it brought the first fire. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the image of Sequoyah, a well-known and beloved figure in Cherokee history who brought literacy to our people. But how much do we really know about him? We take a closer look at the portrait behind nearly every present-day image of Sequoyah.

On this episode of Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, baller Lindy Waters III shares what it means to bring Indian ball to the NCAA. Cherokee National Treasure Vivian Garner Cottrell takes us inside a canebrake in search of the perfect basket making materials and U.S. Navy veteran John Cockrum recounts his tour of duty on a submarine during World War.

Coming up on this episode of Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People... armored combat with Cherokee Nation giant Cohle Fowler and how a knight?s chivalry lives on. Learn from flintknapping master and Cherokee National Treasure Vyrl Keeter - he rocks! Join sisters Taylor and Brit Hensel on a cultural journey of self-discovery that they are turning into an empowering film. And we highlight the remarkable career, life and times of Cherokee journalist Wauhillau LaHay Lohman in this extra special edition of the Cherokee Almanac.

In this episode, we spend time on the job with Dale Lee Glory as he oversees Cherokee Nation's bison herd. We learn how his time on the rodeo circuit prepared him for his dream job today. Cherokee Nation citizen Tonya Wapskineh is a community health advocate who believes health and culture go hand-in-hand. She tells us how diabetes prevention can be achieved through healthy eating and by practicing traditional Cherokee games like chunkey. Kindra Swafford is an award-winning mixed-media and watercolor artist. Through her bright and vivid work, she has found a community of Cherokee artists that help her to hone her skills and tell her own story. In our Cherokee Almanac, we see how the forced removal of Cherokee people to a strange new land in the west brought about changes in the traditional plants, materials and other aspects of daily life. We explore the ways in which our ancestors held on to their culture in a turbulent time.

Coming up on this episode of Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People... armored combat with Cherokee Nation giant Cohle Fowler and how a knight?s chivalry lives on. Learn from flintknapping master and Cherokee National Treasure Vyrl Keeter - he rocks! Join sisters Taylor and Brit Hensel on a cultural journey of self-discovery that they are turning into an empowering film. And we highlight the remarkable career, life and times of Cherokee journalist Wauhillau LaHay Lohman in this extra special edition of the Cherokee Almanac.

Meet Cheyenne McKinney whose successful career as a champion boxer has led to her next career move in the sports world. She tells us how her love of boxing and passion for helping the Greenwood community, also known as Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma have come together in coaching the next generation. When it comes to preventing addiction, there are some special people serving on the front lines. Cherokee Nation Prevention Specialist Coleman Cox is one of those people and he says community change isn't something that happens overnight. Cherokee potter Carrie Lind treats her pottery as living, breathing pieces and treats each work of art as a private conversation between her and the harvested earth. She tells us how she first began her journey in clay and who has inspired her along the way. In our Cherokee Almanac, we look back at the murder trial of Archilla Smith. His trial would play a pivotal role in the evolution of the Cherokee judicial system not long after Cherokees were removed to Indian Territory.