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We've Been Here Before―Returning to the Land for Healing is Climate Change Direct Action with Dr. Kevin Lewis

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Release Date: 02/28/2024

Episode 32- The Criminalization of Indigenous Land Defenders in Canada — Our Truth Part one, Chief Na’Moks and Jesse Stoeppler show art Episode 32- The Criminalization of Indigenous Land Defenders in Canada — Our Truth Part one, Chief Na’Moks and Jesse Stoeppler

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Episode 32- The Criminalization of Indigenous Land Defenders in Canada — Our Truth Part one, Chief Na’Moks and Jesse Stoeppler WHAT This is part one of a four part series on the criminalization of land defenders across Canada, highlighting firsthand experiences and legal injustices. WHO Chief Na’Moks is a Hereditary Chief of the Tsayu (Beaver Clan), one of the five clans of the Wet’suwet’en Nation. The traditional name he carries is thousands of years old and, as part of their matrilineal society, was also held by his grandmother—who wore the very same regalia he wears today. The...

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Episode 31 - Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa, with Waasekom Niin show art Episode 31 - Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa, with Waasekom Niin

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Episode 31 - Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa, with Waasekom Niin WHAT Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa WHO Waasekom Niin is Turtle Clan Anishinaabe from Saugeen First Nation and the Kettle & Stoney Point First Nations on the southeastern shores of Lake Huron. He is an avid paddler, having led 4 ceremonial canoe journeys throughout the Great Lakes to raise awareness about Water, Climate Change, and Indigenous sovereign responsibilities. His journey began in response to the Waterwalks, where he has been a...

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Episode 30 - Part 3, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods,   with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis show art Episode 30 - Part 3, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods,  with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis

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Episode 30 - Part 3, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods,  with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. WHO Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a Nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor,...

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Episode 29 - Part 2, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming  Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis show art Episode 29 - Part 2, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis

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Episode 29 - Part 2, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. WHO Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a Nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor, researcher and...

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Episode 28 - Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming  Traditional Foods, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams show art Episode 28 - Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams

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Episode 28 - Part 1 Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. Jared Qwustenuxun Williams - is a passionate Indigenous Foods educator who spent much of his youth with his late grandmother,...

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Episode 27  Water is sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 2 show art Episode 27 Water is sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 2

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Episode 27 Water is sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 2 WHAT August 1st to 3rd in 2024, Keepers of the water partnered with Kátł’odeeche First Nation and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), to hold the Water is Sacred Conference, in Katlodeeche First Nation. The conference looked within First Nations communities for guidance from traditional knowledge Keepers, for direction and solutions for watershed management within their territories. Keepers of the Water offers our support in uplifting Traditional Indigenous Knowledge as the path forward for...

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Episode 26 Water is Sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 1  Jesse Stoepler show art Episode 26 Water is Sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 1 Jesse Stoepler

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Episode 26 Water is Sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 1 WHAT August 1st to 3rd in 2024, Keepers of the water partnered with Kátł’odeeche First Nation and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), to hold the Water is Sacred Conference, in Katlodeeche First Nation. The conference looked within First Nations communities for guidance from traditional knowledge Keepers, for direction and solutions for watershed management within their territories. Keepers of the Water offers our support in uplifting Traditional Indigenous Knowledge as the path forward for solutions...

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Episode 25 - Indigenous Bear Teachings Part 3 - Jeff Wastesicoot show art Episode 25 - Indigenous Bear Teachings Part 3 - Jeff Wastesicoot

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Episode 25 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Jeff Wastesicoot, part 3 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Jeff Wastesicoot explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 25 we hear Jeff Wastesicoot is currently an adjunct professor with the University of Mantioba. He currently serves on the thesis...

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Episode 24 - Indigenous Bear Teachings part 2 - Dr. Kevin  wâsakâyâsiw Lewis show art Episode 24 - Indigenous Bear Teachings part 2 - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis

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Episode 24 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis, part 2 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 24 we hear Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor, researcher and writer....

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Episode 23 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Daphine  Pooyak part 1 show art Episode 23 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Daphine Pooyak part 1

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Episode 23 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Daphine Pooyak part 1 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Daphne Pooyak explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 23 we hear Daphine Pooyak is a traditional teacher and cultural presenter from Nakota Cree Sweetgrass First Nation. Daphine is an amazing...

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Welcome to As Long As The River Flows, a Keepers of the Water podcast! With this podcast, we hope to uplift our communities' collective voices and their work to protect clean fresh water. We are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, environmental groups, and concerned citizens working together for the protection of water, air, and land. We acknowledge that all water is connected and that water is sacred. Clean, fresh water is vital for the future and survival of all the life we share on this incredible planet. Today's guest, Dr. Kevin Lewis, is from the Miniikwan Lake Cree Nation in Treaty 6. Dr. Lewis is a writer, a researcher, an instructor and the founder of the kâniyâsihk (kon-ya-sik) Culture Camp, where students participate in land-based learning such as connecting with elders and knowledge-keepers, harvesting medicines, tanning hides, and participating in ceremonies. Dr. Lewis reminds us that we have faced climate change in the past. From floods to ice ages to wildfires, we have been on this land for so long that we have collective oral stories to remind us that we have all we need within our culture and languages to face what's coming. There is no denying that we are in a time of climate change, meaning we are in sacred times, and it is our songs, prayers, and teachings that will help guide us all through the uncertainty we are collectively experiencing right now. The first step on that path is our own personal healing because we know that the land heals, the land is forgiving, the land is generous, and the land is calling us back home to receive our instructions. This episode was edited and produced by Beverly Andrews.