At the Warm Springs Reserve in Oregon, we meet award-winning flute player James Edmond Greeley, who shares the inspiring history of Kokopelli. The episode also features Kelli Palmer, a master basket maker who uses her craft to heal from generational trauma, and Scott Kalama "Blue Flamez", a Nammy-winning rapper highlighting the challenges of Reservation life. Finally, we visit Sakar Farmers, where Spring Alaska Schneider preserves traditional plant medicine and empowers the youth.

The episode begins with David Boxley and the Git Hone Dancers showcasing Coast Salish traditions through mesmerizing dance. It then features Howie Echohawk, a transgender comedian promoting queer and trans Indigenous excellence with Indigenize Productions. The journey concludes with Toma Villa's monumental murals celebrating salmon and Abigail Echohawk's pioneering work in integrating Indigenous knowledge into public health and advocacy.

The episode begins with David Boxley and the Git Hone Dancers showcasing Coast Salish traditions through mesmerizing dance. It then features Howie Echohawk, a transgender comedian promoting queer and trans Indigenous excellence with Indigenize Productions. The journey concludes with Toma Villa's monumental murals celebrating salmon and Abigail Echohawk's pioneering work in integrating Indigenous knowledge into public health and advocacy.

In the first episode, viewers meet Ruth-Ann Thorn, a successful entrepreneur and art gallerist deeply connected to her Native American roots. The episode follows her as she balances family, tradition, and her business, including a luxury skincare photoshoot and an art exhibit in San Diego. The day culminates in a gallery opening, celebrating Native American art and culture with patrons, artists, and community members.

In the first episode, viewers meet Ruth-Ann Thorn, a successful entrepreneur and art gallerist deeply connected to her Native American roots. The episode follows her as she balances family, tradition, and her business, including a luxury skincare photoshoot and an art exhibit in San Diego. The day culminates in a gallery opening, celebrating Native American art and culture with patrons, artists, and community members.

Our journey begins in Hollywood with trailblazer Tantoo Cardinal, who shares how she broke barriers for Native actors. We then met Darrell Redleaf, a makeup artist from the reservation who now works with Hollywood's A-list. Finally, we visit the Tongva matriarchs in Topanga Canyon, where an Artist Collective represents the modern indigenous people of LA.

Our journey begins in Hollywood with trailblazer Tantoo Cardinal, who shares how she broke barriers for Native actors. We then met Darrell Redleaf, a makeup artist from the reservation who now works with Hollywood's A-list. Finally, we visit the Tongva matriarchs in Topanga Canyon, where an Artist Collective represents the modern indigenous people of LA.

Our journey begins at La Jolla Shores beach with Marc Chavez, who reconnects Native youth to their coastal roots. We then meet tattoo artist James La Chappa in San Diego, who highlights the symbolism of traditional Native tattoos. Finally, we explore the creative worlds of sculptor Johnny Bear Contreras and rapper Lloyd Duro, who blend cultural heritage with modern expression.

Our journey begins at La Jolla Shores beach with Marc Chavez, who reconnects Native youth to their coastal roots. We then meet tattoo artist James La Chappa in San Diego, who highlights the symbolism of traditional Native tattoos. Finally, we explore the creative worlds of sculptor Johnny Bear Contreras and rapper Lloyd Duro, who blend cultural heritage with modern expression.

Join Ruth-Ann Thorn as she explores Seattle's Native American heritage, starting at Pike Place Fish Market and meeting key figures like Colleen Echohawk, who leads the first Native American goods store. The episode features artists Bethany Fackrell, Fred Fulmer, and Dan Friday, who blend tradition with contemporary art while advocating for social change and community enrichment.

Join Ruth-Ann Thorn as she explores Seattle's Native American heritage, starting at Pike Place Fish Market and meeting key figures like Colleen Echohawk, who leads the first Native American goods store. The episode features artists Bethany Fackrell, Fred Fulmer, and Dan Friday, who blend tradition with contemporary art while advocating for social change and community enrichment.

In this episode of "This is Indian Country," host Ruth-Ann Thorn explores the vibrant Native culture of Minneapolis. Viewers meet Chef Brian Yazzie, musician Colin Monette, and Chef Sean Sherman, who showcase how food, art, and music help preserve and celebrate indigenous traditions. The episode also highlights the transformation of Dayton's into the Native Roots Trading Post, a hub for Native art and culture.

In this episode of "This is Indian Country," host Ruth-Ann Thorn explores the vibrant Native culture of Minneapolis. Viewers meet Chef Brian Yazzie, musician Colin Monette, and Chef Sean Sherman, who showcase how food, art, and music help preserve and celebrate indigenous traditions. The episode also highlights the transformation of Dayton's into the Native Roots Trading Post, a hub for Native art and culture.

This episode features Taboo of the Black-Eyed Peas, who shares his journey of embracing his Chicano and Native American heritage and giving back to the Indigenous community through his creative projects. Viewers also meet Indigenous chef Claudia Serrano, who connects with her roots through pre-colonial recipes, and visit Indian Alley, now a memorial celebrating Native resilience. The episode concludes with comedian JR Redwater, who uses humor to address reservation life and generational trauma.