Future History
Archaeologist/artist Kris Nahrgang and dancer/activist Sarain Carson Fox explore the revitalization of Indigenous knowledge and culture after generations of colonial devastation.
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Episode Title:Origin Stories
Hosts Kris Nahrgang and Sarain Carson Fox share their personal origin stories and visit traditional teacher Isaac Murdoch at Nimkii Aazhibikong Culture Camp in Elliot Lake.
Episode Title:The Children
Kris and Sarain meet with child welfare activist Cindy Blackstock and learn about the "Save the Evidence" program at the Woodland Cultural Institute.
Episode Title:Policy
Kris and Sarain unpack the complexities of government policy and its effect on Indigenous identity, then visit a cultural hub and university program for Inuit in Ottawa.
Episode Title:Water
Kris and Sarain examine the contaminated water crisis. the growing movement of Water Protectors, and the results of the Gerties Creek restoration project.
Episode Title:Pow Wow & Exhibition
Kris and Sarain learn about the history of the Pow Wow, visit with activist/playwright Monique Mojica to hear about her recent work, and try a hoop dance workshop.
Episode Title:The Arts
Kris and Sarain explore the world of Indigenous artists and storytellers, dropping in on a drumming and singing workshop and trying a movement class with Aanmitaagzi Story Makers.
Episode Title:Food
Kris and Sarain get a taste of the many different aspects of food sovereignty, learn how Sacred Law applies to responsible fishing and experience Indigenous cuisine prepared by a leading chef.
Episode Title:Language
Kris and Sarain share their deep desire to know their language and visit with changemakers who are leading the charge to revitalize Indigenous languages.
Episode Title:Museums, Monuments & Living History
Kris and Sarain join Jaime Koebel on her Indigenous walking tour through Ottawa and learn how to make their own moccasins with Sage Petahtegoose from the Manitobah Mukluk Storyboot School.
Episode Title:Wellness
Kris and Sarain meet with a traditional healer and get a check-up at a health clinic that combines Indigenous and Western medicine.
Episode Title:Cultural Appropriation
Kris and Sarain assist designer/curator Sage Paul in creating their own Indigenous fashion art installation and meet with visionaries who are reclaiming Indigenous arts.
Episode Title:Justice
Kris and Sarain explore Indigenous concepts of justice, from restorative justice to cultural programs in the prison system.
Episode Title:Culture
Kris and Sarain delve into the bigger questions of culture and how it shapes who they are as Indigenous people.