Featured Interviews

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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!

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Interview with Willis Janvier

Willis Janvier is from Clearwater River Dene Nation near La Loche, Saskatchewan. He is an Indigenous Social work at the First Nations University of Canada. 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.

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Interview with Dr. Tasha Hubbard

Dr. Tasha Hubbard, a Cree filmmaker, writer, and professor at the University of Alberta. 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.

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Getting to Know Justin ‘Jah’kota’ 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.

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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.

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Interview with Elder Maria Campbell

In this interview, Elder Maria Campbell reflects on the 50th anniversary of her book Half-Breed, celebrating the progress of Indigenous communities while acknowledging ongoing struggles. She discusses how the book empowered both her and readers, and emphasizes that writing was a form of liberation. Maria highlights the importance of community responsibility and resilience, advocating for cultural healing over victimhood.

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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.

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Indigenous Math Podcast - 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.

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Getting to Know Angela Sterritt: Best-Selling Indigenous Author

In this insightful interview, Angela Sterritt delves into the motivations and challenges behind her nonfiction book, which combines memoir and investigative journalism to shed light on the critical issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

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A collection of interviews done by students at the First Nations University of Canada for CFNU Radio.