Anishinaabe songwriter Leonard Sumner sets out to write a song that reflects on the unjust verdicts in Colton Boushie and Tina Fontaine cases. Joined by experts, Leonard digs into the systemic racism that has built Canada's 'justice' system.

Mohawk songwriter Shawnee sets out to write a song that captures the awakening of her two-spirit identity as she builds a two-spirit sweat lodge with other community members. The ceremony is led by Ojibway-Cree Elder and author Ma-Nee Chacaby.

Anishinaabe composer Melody McKiver looks to the power of water to inspire Debiinaawe Giizhigon. The song utilizes the sounds from ice breaking during spring thaw to create an instrumental piece dedicated to the communities surrounding Sioux Lookout.

Oji-Cree songwriter Nick Sherman sets out to write a song about the challenges of living in a town with a reputation steeped in anti-Indigenous racism and corruption. Mixing performance art and politics, we get to see Thunder Bay as never before.

Cree songwriter Jason Burnstick sets out to write a song that examines the struggles of reconciling childhood trauma after the birth of his own son. With the help of Elder Dave Courchene, Jason explores the work men must do to become "a man of the Earth."

Cree songwriter Jason Burnstick sets out to write a song that examines the struggles of reconciling childhood trauma after the birth of his own son. With the help of Elder Dave Courchene, Jason explores the work men must do to become "a man of the Earth."

Anishinaabe songwriter Ansley Simpson sets out to write a song about her personal connection between trauma and alcoholism. Harold Johnson features, discussing his acclaimed book "Firewater: How Alcohol is Killing My People (and Yours)."

Anishinaabe songwriter Ansley Simpson sets out to write a song about her personal connection between trauma and alcoholism. Harold Johnson features, discussing his acclaimed book "Firewater: How Alcohol is Killing My People (and Yours)."

Tuscarora songwriter Jennifer Kreisberg sets out to write a song about the dispersal of the Skaru:re population following the Tuscarora War of 1710. She visits with artists in Six Nations to better understand the tradition and trails of Skaru:re songs.

Tuscarora songwriter Jennifer Kreisberg sets out to write a song about the dispersal of the Skaru:re population following the Tuscarora War of 1710. She visits with artists in Six Nations to better understand the tradition and trails of Skaru:re songs.

After reading Cherie Dimaline's award-winning book The Marrow Thieves, Cree songwriter Christa Couture sets out to create a new song that speaks to the harrowing journey the characters face, ultimately inspired by our own Indigenous resilience.

Inuk singer Beatrice Deer delves into the history of residential schools to write a song in tribute to the lost children in unmarked graves. Filmed almost entirely in Inuktitut, this episode features an interview with Nakuset, a Montreal-based Survivor.

Me'tis singer Amanda Rheaume is inspired by the resilience and power of her culture in spite of the Me'tis scrip system that tried to displace her people. This episode features insightful interviews with Elder Tony Belcourt and Me'tis scholar Paul Chartrand.

Anishinaabe electro-pop artist Wolf Saga draws inspiration for his music from a painting his grandmother bought, which connects him to his culture. This episode features Richard Gracious, Janis Monture, Elder Mary Lou Smoke and Betty Albert.

Me'tis songwriter Shane Belcourt finds inspiration looking back on interviews he did with celebrated Me'tis author Maria Campbell and his father, an acclaimed Me'tis Rights leader Tony Belcourt. What are the lessons from the 1960-1980 Me'tis Rights movement?

Haida and Cree singer Kristi Lane Sinclair shares her emotional journey of returning to Haida Gwaii to find love and forgiveness. In this episode dedicated to Kristi's late mother, Kristi connects with close friend and fellow creator Sara Roque.

Haida band Jason Camp and The Posers reveal how their beautiful home of Haida Gwaii inspires their unique brand of punk music. The band's two front men and their manager create music that celebrates the strength and rich culture of their people.

Cree spoken word artist Zoey Roy meets with legendary Me'tis artist and activist Maria Campbell, who inspires a piece about the power of celebration. Zoey shares stories about her childhood and how her struggles helped inspire a rich creative spirit.

Hip-hop superstars Snotty Nose Rez Kids take us on an energetic tour of the Indigenous street art in Vancouver, demonstrating how mural artists have transformed the city. The duo visits Heiltsuk artist KC Hall, who created a brand-new mural for this episode.

Celebrated Mohawk rock star Tom Wilson crafts a powerful song based on a famous painting by Me'tis artist Christi Belcourt. In conversation at a diner, the two remarkable artists explore their creative processes and sources of inspiration.

Anishinaabe pop singer Thea May draws strength and inspiration from the beauty of her community after a devastating personal loss. This episode features family members and is set in her beautiful home of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek.

Cree musician Kris Harper embraces his family's artistic legacy by composing a unique song using his late mother's poetry.This episode features interviews with Kris's aunt, Florence, and Kris's collaborator, Jason Borys, who both have warm memories to share.

Country music star Armond Duck Chief shares his Blackfoot Nation's deep connection to horses as he sings about the complex lives of Indigenous cowboys. In this episode, we meet Blackfoot cowboy legend Alison Red Crow and relay racing star Travis Maguire.

Vancouver-based hip-hop artist JB the First Lady preserves the memories of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in a moving tribute to the late Chelsea Poorman. This episode features Lorelei Williams, who founded the Sisters in Spirit dance group.

Traditional Seneca singer Sadie Buck creates three new songs inspired by a message from her late mother, which she performs with the Six Nations Women Singers. This episode features Sadie's good friend, Charlene Bomberry, as well as Sadie's nephews.

After reading Robin Wall Kimmerer's momentous book Braiding Sweetgrass, Me'tis/ Cree songwriter, Cheryl L'Hirondelle, sets out to write a new song that considers how to exist in a cycle of reciprocity with the living universe.