Tribal Research Specialist: The Podcast

Sep 20 2024 57 ep. 77 mins 22

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Tribal Research Specialist: The Podcast tackle real issues related to research by Tribal people in their communities. The show is hosted by Dr. Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné) and Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke). Dr. Pete is from the Flathead Indian Reservation in Arlee, Montana. He completed a M.S. in Geology and an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Montana. Brien resides in Hardin, MT and the Crow Indian Reservation. He completed his M.A. in Anthropology at the University of Montana. The show includes discussions on matters important in Indian Country, including reclaiming research traditions, highlighting Tribal values and bringing to the forefront issue and current state of affairs in Tribal communities. We aim to uncover the meaning of research methodological approaches that are currently operating in Tribal lifeways with implication for Tribal communities and avenues for knowledge production.

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#57 - Conversation on Traditions: Walking Belly First with Indigenous Practitioners and Scholars

Sep 20 2024 76 mins

Send us a text00:01 Indigenous vs. Tribal Archaeology11:21 Discussion on Singing Protocol 18:51 Unspoken Hierarchy in PowWow Culture28:53 Social Dynamics in Native Gatherings34:07 Struggles With Traditional and Academic Knowledge43:20 Navigating Indigenous Knowledge and Protocol56:40 Practitioners vs. Scholars in Traditions01:01:24 Reinterpreting Traditional Ecological Knowledge01:

#56 - Native Cousin Chronicles: "She's my Mom's, Dad's, Sister-in-Law's, Daughter's Grandson"

Jul 31 2024 97 mins

Send us a text0:00 Dream Guests on My Podcast7:33 Musical Reflections on Seven Generations26:05 Complexities of Kinship Rules33:51 Crow Kinship Structure Clarified42:03 Crow Kinship Structure and Roles52:33 Navigating Crow Kinship and Social Rules1:07:25 Preserving Salish Kinship and Language1:11:38 Salish Social Organization and Kinship1:24:00 Cultural Preservation and Social Orga

#55 - O.G. Powwow Boy Band: Evolution of a Contemporary Powwow Singing Group - Guest James "Bud" Day

May 28 2024 133 mins

Send us a textPowwow Music Evolution and Stories - 00:12:03 Discussion on Traditional Singing Fundamentals - 00:21:48 Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing Styles - 00:27:51More on the Evolution of Contemporary Powwow Singing - 00:36:09 TBZ Evolution - 00:52:04Powwow Singing Critique and Memories - 01:02:43Music & Culture - 01:09:19Influential Singers and Song Making - 01:15

#54 - Fencepost Philosophy: Familial Boundaries Delineating Logic, Tradition and Belief.

Apr 17 2024 65 mins

Send us a textMissing VHS tape and a burial board. 0:00Slang phrases and their origins. 4:38Cultural preservation, imposition, and ethnocentrism. 11:56Conflicts within families due to differing beliefs and values. 20:35Family dynamics and cultural preservation among Native American siblings. 26:01Cultural loss and its impact on family dynamics and identity. 34:27Cultural practices,

#53 - A Smudge Too Far: Perils of Pretendigenous Smudging

Mar 08 2024 74 mins

Send us a textPolice encounters. 0:24Colonialism, language, and smudging. 4:48Smudging practice and techniques. 11:25The origin and usage of the word "smudge" in Native American contexts. 16:58Smudging practices and Timing. 23:08Smudging practices and cultural context. 30:53Cultural knowledge and tradition invention. 38:27Smudging and its significance. 43:13Smudging and gang fights

#52 - Authenticity Under Surveillance: A Native’s Guide to Being Yourself…Everywhere!

Feb 18 2024 80 mins

Send us a textArchive music and recording techniques. 0:00 Native American music styles and cultural influences. 5:37 Tribal engagement and cultural resource management. 13:59 Tribal consultation and engagement in BLM meetings. 20:16 Identity and cultural expression. 28:12 Identity and spirituality. 33:02 Cultural preservation and learning. 37:50 Indigenous identity and research me

#51 - Anti-Un-De-Colonial Indigenization Potluck: A cornucopia of gripes and thoughts

Dec 18 2023 73 mins

Send us a textTraditions Unveiled: Navigating the True Meaning of Thanksgiving. 0:00Feast or Fiesta: Exploring Food Choices Beyond Thanksgiving. 6:21Reclaiming Histories: Indigenous Research Challenges and Opportunities. 12:52From Podcasts to Papers: Academic Writing Adventures. 20:29Success, Legitimacy, and Indigenous Research Methodologies. 28:41Ownership and Equality: Indigenous

#50 - Drama at Club NCAI: Native Identity Scuffles for Federal Scraps - Guest: Salisha Old Bull

Nov 24 2023 60 mins

Send us a textNative American identity and organization. 0:00Federal recognition for Native American tribes. 7:07Native American identity and federal recognition. 19:25Tribal recognition and federal government responsibilities. 21:58Tribal recognition and identity. 27:21Cultural identity and authenticity. 34:22Native American policy and advocacy. 42:26Tribal sovereignty and cultura

#49 - Nakoa HeavyRunner Unplugged: The Life and Times of a Round Dance Alchemist

Nov 17 2023 94 mins

Send us a textPain, suffering, and aging. 0:00Changes in powwow music and culture. 9:43The evolution of music and its impact on artists. 16:07Music evolution and nostalgia. 17:52Round dance music and production. 26:56Music recording techniques and cringe-worthy old songs. 35:17Audio engineering and preserving cultural heritage. 39:30Preserving cultural heritage through storytelling

#48 - Drums, Dreams and Cultural Schemes: A Beatdown on Indigenous Conferences.

Nov 10 2023 92 mins

Send us a textTraditional songs and their cultural significance. 0:04Indigenous singing and morality. 22:28Indigenous land acknowledgments and cultural appropriation. 34:43Conference planning and land acknowledgments. 41:45Incorporating traditional ceremonies into a conference. 55:45Indigenous Research Methodologies and Identity. 1:12:21Organizing a conference for indigenous resear