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March 28, 2025

Our trainees have taken over the studio! This week, Brittany Poitras, Tyrone Perreault and Hannah Scott are hosting our Friday All Request Wana: Let’s Go!

Thursday Wana

March 27, 2025

We sit down with Dr. Bettina Schneider to discuss why FNUniv students must pay URSU fees for services they rarely use. Learn about the issue’s history, its impact, and efforts for a fair solution.

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Jahkota: New Album & Finding Yourself

The WaNa Team: Lindell, Amanda and Craig are joined in-studio by Jahkota to discuss his new album: Echelon: to be released on April7. Have a sneak peak at 2 songs from the new album and hear about his journey as a student and what it has meant to him in his personal development, as well as the role of identity and knowing who you are.

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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! 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.

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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.

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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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Remembrance Day Special

Join Lindell Haywahe for an exclusive broadcast from the 2024 Remembrance Day ceremony at the First Nations University of Canada. This event takes listeners to the heart of the event, capturing the grand entry, color posting, and resonant speeches by leaders like Robin Cote, President of the Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans Association; Vice Chief Greg McCollum of the FSIN; and RCMP Assistant Commissioner Rhonda Blackmore. Following the ceremony, Robin Cote shares powerful reflections on the importance of remembrance and the legacy of Indigenous veterans, offering listeners an inspiring call to honor and preserve their contributions across generations.

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A Waná Holiday Special

Hosts Lindell and Amanda are joined by Hannah and Desiraye to celebrate the holiday season with heartwarming stories, favorite traditions, and festive reflections. From family memories and budget-friendly gift ideas to cherished Christmas movies and holiday foods, the episode is a joyful mix of nostalgia and laughter. The hosts also share their excitement for seasonal activities, holiday preparations, and time with loved ones, wrapping up the year with warmth and cheer.

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Meet Your Hosts

Lindell Haywahe

Radio Host & Producer

I am a residential school survivor and third generation attendee. I lived on the rez. After high school graduation, I wandered around, academically until 2 kids and a lifetime later–I finally graduated with a BA in English and a INCA Certificate in 2014. I was a computer resource facilitator/ social media manager for a non-profit then turned Nakota Times Editor for Cega Kin Nakota Oyate. Then I walked the plank on band office politics and was picked up lost at sea by Pikiswewin and CFNU! Can you imagine– Just over a year ago I learned the software, learned how to have a conversation! Now, I am mentoring other students’ journeys in broadcasting. Looking forward to the next part of this journey!

Amanda Leader

Radio Host & Producer

Hą́ midáguyabi, Amanda Leader emą́giyabi. Céǧa k’ína edá namákoda. Hello my relations, they call me Amanda Leader. I am Nakoda from Carry the Kettle. My studies are majoring in Psychology and minoring in Indigenous Fine Art at FNUniv. I got involved with the CFNU radio by giving updates about the FNUnivSA-Regina as a council member and never left. The safe space created for students in the INCA and IFA departments has been life changing for me, and I highly encourage students to get involved!

Monday Wana

Start your week off right as Lindell and Amanda kick things off with an upbeat conversation of what’s to come in the new week.

Tatawaw Tuesday

The CFNU team is joined in-studio every Tuesday by Tatawaw Aboriginal Student Centre Manager, John Bird. They discuss upcoming events and opportunities for students on campus at the U or R.

Wednesday Wana

The mid-week Wana show! Lindell and Amanda are joined by CFNU radio students to catch up on this weeks news and listen to some feel good tunes.

Thursday Wana

The mid-week Wana show! Lindell and Amanda are joined by CFNU radio students to talk news, weekend plans, and keep the good vibes going with our favourite tunes.

All Request Fridays

Join the CFNU Radio crew for a fun filled hour of your special requests!