Unrooted Podcast- The Indigenous Foundation

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The Indigenous Foundation is proud to present Unrooted, a podcast focused on centering Indigenous voices and stories. Through Unrooted, we hope to dismantle systems of oppression and 'uproot' the deeply ingrained issues and racism that exist against Indigenous peoples to this day. We hope to share intersectional, holistic perspectives and experiences through speaking with Indigenous and Afro-Indigenous advocates and change-makers.

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Indigenous Perspective: Introducing Yourself

Jun 24 2022 18 mins

Tansi! Hello! In this episode of Unrooted, join podcast host Lazaya in a conversation on the significance of Introducing one another, and how you can introduce yourself in an Indigenized way. Introductions are quite often overlooked in today’s fast-paced society, and this episode illustrates the importance of slowing down and really understanding our peers through introductions.

Connecting Conversations with Leo and Jeremy

Apr 26 2022 35 mins

In this episode of Unrooted one of TIF’s podcast hosts; Kasey McDonald is joined by Leo Manning, host of the “Words of Medicine” podcast and Jeremy Ratt, host of the CBC podcast “Pieces”. This episode titled “Connecting Conversations” is meant to bring a sense of connection, community and an outlet to share and reflect. In this episode, we talk about identity, languag

The Indian Child Welfare Act and Brackeen v Haaland

Mar 02 2022 12 mins

In this episode, co-hosts Kasey and Chloe talk about an important case in the Supreme Court this January. This case is so significant that could potentially be used to overrule the Indian Child Welfare Act and even threaten indigenous sovereignty. This case is Brackeen vs. Haaland, the result of a lawsuit in 2018 in which the federal district court of Texas ruled that the Indian Ch

21 Things: Expropriation and European Names

Jan 22 2022 24 mins

Hi everyone!! We missed you! In this episode of the 21 Things series under the Unrooted (@theindigenousfoundation) podcast, co-hosts Roaa and Izzy will be discussing and enlightening each other on the topics of expropriation and European names, the next two items in the Indian Act. They will also be adding an additional item this week. As always please enjoy and remember learning i

Indigenous Perspective: Education System

Jan 09 2022 55 mins

Aanii! Boozhoo! Tânisi! Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Unrooted, a podcast by The Indigenous Foundation. In today's episode, our two co-hosts, Lazaya (a part Plains Cree woman from Sweetgrass First Nation and Onion Lake First Nation) and Kelsey (an Anishinaabe and Dutch woman from Saugeen First Nation), will be talking about Indigenous perspectives of our curre

21 Things: Reserves and Enfranchisment

Nov 27 2021 32 mins

WELCOME BACK!! In this episode of the 21 Things series under the Unrooted (@theindigenousfoundation) podcast, the co-hosts Izzy and Roaa will be unpacking, learning and discussing the next two topics in the Indian Act, reserves and enfranchisement! In this episode we mention many action items individuals can partake in and share with those around them. We wanted to highlight some I

Clean Drinking Water in Indigenous Communities

Sep 22 2021 19 mins

Aanii! Boozhoo! Tânisi! Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Unrooted, a podcast by The Indigenous Foundation. In today's episode, our two co-hosts, Lazaya (a part Plains Cree woman from Sweetgrass First Nation and Onion Lake First Nation) and Kelsey (an Anishinaabe and Dutch woman from Saugeen First Nation), will be talking about the crisis of clean drinking water i

Indigenous Representations in Universities

Sep 11 2021 34 mins

Boozhoo! Ayukîi! Héehe! Hau! Hey everyone! We are so excited to share another episode of The Indigenous Foundation's podcast, Unrooted. In today's episode, our podcast hosts Chloe, Katie, and Kasey will be diving into the topic of Indigenous representation in universities across Turtle Island, as well as their experience as Native students when it comes to the admission process a

21 Things: Band Councils and Status

Aug 25 2021 15 mins

Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of Unrooted, a podcast by The Indigenous Foundation (@theindigenousfoundation) on Instagram. In today's episode, our co-hosts Roaa Abdalla and Isabella Thurston will be introducing their new podcast series, which will be covering around 2 to 3 topics each episode relating to the bestseller, "21 Things You Might Not Know About The Indian Ac

Indigenous representation in media

Feb 14 2021 25 mins

In this episode, our co-hosts Meera and Sena invite Michaella Shannon, (of Nehiyaw, Lakota, and Irish heritage) who is an eTalks correspondent host, actress, activist, and model, as they explore the representation of BIPOC, especially Indigenous peoples in the media industry. They cover a variety of topics, including the difference between diversity and inclusion, the ever changing