Featured Interviews
Special Guests share their stories and thoughts
March 27, 2025
Fair Fees? FNUniv Students & URSU Costs with Dr. Bettina Schneider
We sit down with Dr. Bettina Schneider to discuss why FNUniv students must pay URSU fees for services they don't use. Learn about the issue’s history, its impact, and efforts for a fair solution.
March 20, 2025
Remembering the Late Gilbert Kewistep
In this feature interview from Meet the Teacher with host Ryea Daniels, the late Gilbert Kewistep, an Indigenous Social Work Professor, shares his inspiring education journey, reflections on the classes he taught, and valuable advice for students.
March 13, 2025
Interview with Spiritual Medium Shawn Leonard
Lindell and Amanda speak with Spiritual Medium Shawn Leonard of the Millbrook First Nation about his work and Indigenous spirituality. They discuss ancestral guidance, balancing mediumship with traditional teachings, spirit messages as a healing tool, spiritual protection, and the future of Indigenous spirituality. Shawn shares insights on connecting with spirits, ethical practices, and how spirit communication supports healing in Indigenous communities.
March 8, 2025
A Conversation with Jully Black
Join Lindell & Amanda in a conversation with Jully Black. The Interview is brief due to the Canadian RnB icon being on vocal rest while she is on tour. But thank you Jully for fulfilling our request for an Interview!
Jully Black, a renowned Canadian singer and songwriter, has been a strong ally of Indigenous people, using her platform to raise awareness about their issues and advocate for their rights. As a proud member of the Black community, Black has emphasized the importance of solidarity between Indigenous and Black communities in their shared struggles against systemic racism and oppression. She has participated in various initiatives to support Indigenous causes, including speaking out on social justice issues and supporting Indigenous-led movements. Jully Black’s commitment to fostering unity, respect, and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples has made her a prominent and valuable ally.
March 4, 2025
Tee Cloud x Simon Walls Interview
Amanda Leader interviews Tee Cloud of New Brunswick, member of Sacred Wolf Singers and Simon Walls of Montreal. The artists collaborated on an album and did a feature interview with Amanda Leader for CFNU Radio.
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Album Feature on All Request Friday!
February 13, 2025
Getting to know Tasha Hubbard
Dr. Tasha Hubbard, a Cree filmmaker, writer, and professor at the University of Alberta, is from Peepeekisis First Nation (Treaty Four) with ties to Thunderchild First Nation (Treaty Six). Her latest film, Singing Back the Buffalo, follows Indigenous visionaries, scientists, and communities working to rematriate the buffalo, marking a pivotal moment for Indigenous nations, the ecosystem, and collective survival.
February 11, 2025
Interview with Willis Janvier
Willis Janvier is from Clearwater River Dene Nation near La Loche, Saskatchewan. He is the creator and host of the “Dene Yati Podcast”, which is a platform that would allow him to delve into and share the Dene culture and language. Janvier interviews Dene speakers, including elders, to preserve and share cultural stories and teachings.
Join Brittany Poitras as she talks with Janvier.
November 26, 2024
Getting to know Justin "Jahkota" Holness
Brittany Poitras speaks with award-winning artist Justin "Jakota" Holness shares how his Jamaican and Nakota heritage shapes his music and message. From overcoming challenges as an independent artist to writing powerful songs on decolonization, empowerment, and resilience, Jakota reveals his spiritual songwriting process & the importance of purpose in creating music that inspires change.
November 26, 2024
A Conversation with Tewanee Joseph
Tewanee Joseph runs his own radio talk show called The Tewanee Joseph Show on Journey 106.3 FM out of Vancouver. His show celebrates Indigenous culture and highlights amazing people in their communities. Tune in to hear their insightful conversation.
November 5, 2024
In Studio with David Newhouse & Bettina Schneider
David Newhouse and Bettina Schneider discuss Indigenous representation and economic development in both universities and communities.
August 21, 2024
In Studio with Murray Mandryk
Murray Mandryk is a journalist for the Regina Leader-Post, known for his analysis and commentary on Saskatchewan’s local news, politics, education, and community issues.
Join him in the CFNU Radio studio along with Nelson Bird and hosts Amanda Leader and Lindell Haywahe as they discuss their knowledge of Treaty 4.
September 4, 2024
In Studio with Pauline Clarke
A conversation with indigenous radio icon Pauline Clarke and CFNU producers Amanda Leader and Lindell Haywahe. The trio reminisce about their travels and training with INCA including Unity “99 in Seattle and Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) in Oklahoma City in 2024, North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) in Winnipeg and Halifax in 2023.
August 15, 2023
Indigenous Math with Dr.Edward Doolittle
Mohawk mathematician Edward Doolittle and his collaborators share powerful stories of reclaiming indigenous mathematics, from its roots in art and music to sustainable practices in nature. Learn how colonization disrupted these traditions and how reconnecting math to culture, community, and the environment can create a more meaningful, life-sustaining approach to education.
