https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunderHistory has neither been kind nor accurate we intend to change that. The Whisper of Indigenous stories, the thunder of stories that demand to be told. enCopyright Billie Fidlin (C/O Blogtalkradio)Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:45:00 GMTMon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMTNewsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/5e84dc1b-9db8-4823-ac1c-d30697345a8d_whisper.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunderHistory has neither been kind nor accurate we intend to change that. The Whisper of Indigenous stories, the thunder of stories that demand to be told. billie@desertsw.orgWhisper nThundernews,whispernthunder,whisper n thunder,native american,russ letica,american indian,history,native,billie fidlin,educationWhisper nThundernoHistory has neither been kind nor accurate we intend to change that. The Whisper of Indigenous stories, the thunder of stories that demand to be told.episodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/12/17/police-shootings-and-native-americansNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/12/17/police-shootings-and-native-americans/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/12/17/police-shootings-and-native-americansMon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMTPolice Shootings and Native AmericansHosts Sonia Martinez and Corine Fairbanks with special guests Lisa Bonita whose husband was shot by Sparks Nevada Police and family members of Zachary Bearheels who was shot in Omaha Nebraska by police.   Police officers in killings of native people are often not even charged with murder and even if they are charged are not convicted.   Native Americans are killed in police encounters at a higher rate than any other racial or ethnic group, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet rarely do these deaths gain the national spotlight. For every 1 million Native Americans, an average of 2.9 of them died annually from 1999 to 2015 as a result of a "legal intervention," according to a CNN review of CDC data broken down by race. The vast majority of these deaths were police shootings. But a few were attributed to other causes, including manhandling. That mortality rate is 12% higher than for African-Americans and three times the rate of whites.  01:01:00Whisper nThundernoWnT,WhispernThunder,Police Killings of Native Peoples,Native Lives MatterNative Americans are killed at a much higher rate per capita than any other population in America505c4ece-4b74-4f5e-9f94-dbc80ce41487111fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/10/14/indigenous-peoples-dayCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/10/14/indigenous-peoples-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/10/14/indigenous-peoples-daySun, 14 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMTIndigenous Peoples DayHost Joelle Clark Indigenous Peoples' Day is a holiday that celebrates the Indigenous peoples of America. It is celebrated across the United States, and is an official city and state holiday in various localities around the country. It began as a counter-celebration to the U.S. federal holiday of Columbus Day, which honors European explorer Christopher Columbus. Indigenous Peoples Day is intended to celebrate Native Americans and commemorate their shared history and culture.  In recent years there have been more cities renaming the 2nd Monday in October as Indigenous People's Day.   What does that mean to you?  Is this a political correctness movement?  Has it gone too far?  00:30:00Whisper nThundernoIndigenous Peoples Day,IPD,WhispernThunder,WnT,JoelleClarkIndigenous People's Day has become a movement across America0e4b20da-ce1f-4765-a060-915bc1b27829113fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/09/23/native-americans-and-educationNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/09/23/native-americans-and-education/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/09/23/native-americans-and-educationSun, 23 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMTNative Americans and EducationHost Billie Fidlin and Guest Sarah Adams-Cornell American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) graduation rates have been on a downward trend since 2008 and analysis of the socio-economic reasons driving it is ongoing. As The Nation recently found, “Punitive discipline, inadequate curriculum, and declining federal funding created an education crisis.”  Apart from Department of Defense schools, schools for American Indian students are the only ones in the country operated and totally funded by the federal government under treaty agreements that promise federally-supported schooling in perpetuity in exchange for tribes giving up lands (which are not subject to property taxes and generate no tax revenue to support schools). And no group of students in America fails to graduate or achieve proficiency at such disproportionate rates.  The failure of the U.S. to deliver on its treaty obligations to educate American Indian students first came to light in 1928, when the 847-page Merriam Report documented the disastrous effects of federal policies that forced American Indian children into boarding schools. These schools imposed manual labor and worked to eradicate students’ “Indianness” by teaching that their cultures and languages were inferior.In public schools across the country, American Indian and Alaska Native students are more likely to be suspended than any other racial group, with the exception of African Americans. Native students are disciplined at roughly two times the rate of their white peers. And though they represent approximately 1 percent of the student population, they account for 2 percent of all school arrests and 3 percent of all incidents referred by school staff to law enforcement, according to 2014 data collected by the National Congress of American Indians. 00:58:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,American Indian Education,Native American Education,Soveriegn Community Charter SchoolHow American is Failing Native American Studentsf99722d8-bd06-4af8-ae41-73123032cc17112fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/08/12/native-american-as-mascotsCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/08/12/native-american-as-mascots/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/08/12/native-american-as-mascotsSun, 12 Aug 2018 23:00:00 GMTNative American as MascotsHosts Joelle Clark and Corine Fairbanks. Indians, Redskins, Chiefs, Blackhawks and Braves are all terms that refer to Native Americans, and they're also used as mascots for many middle and high schools, colleges and pro sports teams. Controversy persists regarding the use of such terms, however, as some people view them as being disrespectful or derogatory to Native American people.  01:01:00Whisper nThundernoWnT,WhispernThunder,Native American Mascots,Change the NameNative Americans as Mascots is damaging in many ways to indigenous people, we will discuss why.2d569cb3-3b17-4646-b25a-7eb39b28fdde17fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/07/15/indian-givers-contributions-to-the-worldCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/07/15/indian-givers-contributions-to-the-world/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/07/15/indian-givers-contributions-to-the-worldSun, 15 Jul 2018 23:00:00 GMTIndian Givers: Contributions to the WorldIndigenous Peoples contributed many ways in which the various peoples native to North and South America contributed to the modern world's culture, manufacturing, medicine, markets, and other aspects of modern life.  Author David Wilton argues in his 2004 book Word Myths: Debunking Linguistic Urban Legends that the concept of an "Indian gift" arose when white settlers misinterpreted the Native American concept of bartering:  "To an Indian, the giving of gifts was an extension of this system of trade and a gift was expected to be reciprocated with something of equal value. Europeans, upon encountering this practice, misunderstood it, considering it uncouth and impolite. To them, trade was conducted with money and gifts were freely given with nothing expected in return. So this native practice got a bad reputation among the white colonists of North America and the term eventually became a playground insult." This definition stuck and the phrase "Indian giver" made its first appearance in linguist John Russell Barlett's Dictionary of Americanisms in 1848.   Even now, in 2013, the dictionary definition of the phrase only deems it sometimes offensive. While it's always startling to discover ingrained racism in the dictionary, even more jaw-dropping is the definition from 1962's Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins by William and Mary Morris.  So an Indian giver is, in a youngster's own language, only a 'pretend giver.'" 01:00:00Whisper nThundernoWnT,WhispernThunder,Indigenous Peoples,Indian GiversIndigenous Peoples have contributed to numerous disciplines around the world. Yet the term "Indian Giver" is meant as an insult.70c64734-a407-4c20-a703-6e60686d4ea516fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/05/13/stories-of-my-motherLifestylehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/05/13/stories-of-my-mother/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/05/13/stories-of-my-motherSun, 13 May 2018 23:00:00 GMTStories of My MotherMother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.  Join in the discussion with WnT on Mother's Day.  Do you have a special story about your mother?  Her strength, inspiration, perseverance, heroism, influence?  Have a hilarious or funny anecdote about your mother you can share?  Call in to Stories of My Mother at (626) 213-5611.   00:56:00Whisper nThundernoWnT,WhispernThunder,Indigenous Mothers,Women are Sacred,LifebringersA special show to honor all mothers on Mother's Day0e05a43c-9d2d-4c09-9c02-08e7aeff043014fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/04/15/native-american-boarding-schoolsHistoryhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/04/15/native-american-boarding-schools/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2018/04/15/native-american-boarding-schoolsSun, 15 Apr 2018 23:00:00 GMTNative American Boarding SchoolsHosts Brenda Golden and Joelle Clark The 1869 “Peace Policy,” known as the Indian Boarding School Policy, funded boarding schools focused on assimilating and “civilizing” American Indian children—the intent, said Richard Pratt, the founder of the notorious Carlisle school, was to “Kill the Indian, save the man.”  More than 100,000 children were forcibly removed from their families and distributed among the 460 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) operated schools by 1960. Boarding schools were the ideal instrument for absorbing people and ideologies that stood in the way of manifest destiny. Schools would quickly be able to assimilate Indian youth. The first priority of the boarding schools would be to provide the rudiments of academic education: reading, writing and speaking of the English language.  Indian youth would be individualized. Religious training in Christianity would be taught. The principles of democratic society, institutions and the political structure would give the students citizenship training. The end goal was to eradicate all vestiges of Indian culture.   00:53:00Whisper nThundernoWnT,WhispernThunder,Boarding School Healing Project,Boarding School ReconciliationKill the Indian Save the Man was disastrous for native peoples, what is being done to heal the trauma from this forced policy?1c12cbff-18d2-424b-bc88-190ba796ef9313fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/12/10/water-is-lifeEnvironmenthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/12/10/water-is-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/12/10/water-is-lifeSun, 10 Dec 2017 23:00:00 GMTWater is LifeOne of biggest global crises many populations face is the lack of access to clean, reliable drinking water.  It is no wonder this compound is one of the most revered elements in nearly every human culture given its importance to the human body.  However, that reverence has slowly been diluted with social inequality, which has led to inequality for access to this crucial resource.  It’s hard to appreciate clean water when it is readily available out of the tap, but for many people that is not the case.  Indigenous peoples across the globe, including Native Americans, know this all too well, as countless recent issues of tribal sovereignty have centered around water.   And while these issues may differ in detail, they carry a similar theme among Indigenous Nations: that water is a sacred element/being threatened by unsustainable consumption and development practices and this global crisis affects our social, political, economic sustainability and collective future as a species.  In this episode we will discuss the relation between tribal sovereignty and water rights among Native American tribes, while using Standing Rock in North Dakota and the Gold King Mine spill in Colorado and New Mexico as examples of such issues.    This radio podcast features two guests/hosts: Janene Yazzie (Diné tribal member), Senior Planner for the Little Colorado River Watershed Chapters Association (LCRWCA), a grassroots organization on the Navajo Nation dealing tribal water issues, Consultant for the International Indian Treaty Council, North America Focal Point for the Indigenous People’s Major Group of the United Nations and  Chase Voirin (Diné tribal member), Wildlife Biologist and Conservation Ecologist, Biological Consultant based in Tucson, AZ, Board Member of the Native Peoples’ Wildlife Management Working Group of The Wildlife Society, e-mail : crv@email.arizona.edu 01:12:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,WaterisLife,Honor the Treaties,Tribal SovereigntyOne of biggest global crises many populations face is the lack of access to clean, reliable drinking water.8a2ebcc2-a5ee-42e1-a631-d4e58bbf463c11fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/11/13/erez-not-another-body-in-the-winters-coldNon-Profithttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/11/13/erez-not-another-body-in-the-winters-cold/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/11/13/erez-not-another-body-in-the-winters-coldMon, 13 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMTEREZ: Not Another Body In the Winter’s ColdJoin Whisper n Thunder’s EREZ Team: Chair Joelle Clark, Russ Letica,  and other EREZ members passionate about the relief work by Whisper n Thunder. Hear stories from our families, and why this effort is so important to the members of Whisper n Thunder.  Whisper n Thunder is dedicated to Native American / First Nations empowerment.  As an organization WnT also provides scholarships, heat reservation homes of the poor, teach leadership classes to high school Native youth, have an online radio program, YouTube channel ?and so much more. Please financially support WnT's efforts. Together we can, and do – make a difference.   The EREZ Fund is for weather related emergency assistance, such as needed propane for the winter's cold, or tornado assistance.  ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.  This effort is chaired by Joelle Clark who leads team members Russ Letica, Maureen Brucker, Debby Ball & Billie Fidlin. Thank you for applying - we are honored to help those who qualify. As we are a small nonprofit, we cannot meet the needs of everyone - but we're sure going to try! Applicants who are approved will receive $225.00 sent to their fuel/assistance vender.  01:04:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,EREZ,Cold Relief,Native American ReservationsEREZ: Not Another Body In the Winter’s Cold399f9012-2e43-4ccd-b58f-51749a76e94fhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/29/freedom-of-speech-whisper-n-thunder-authors-speak-outLifestylehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/29/freedom-of-speech-whisper-n-thunder-authors-speak-out/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/29/freedom-of-speech-whisper-n-thunder-authors-speak-outSun, 29 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMTFreedom of Speech – Whisper n Thunder Authors Speak OutJoin Whisper n Thunder President Billie Fidlin and a variety of WNT authors as they discuss the importance of the freedom to tell their truths through their writings. Hear from writers, Nita Pomeroy, Jerry Pope, Carole Blodgett, Fox Northstar, Russ Letica , Debby Wyman Ball and Lisa Wilson.  The oppression of vulnerable people has never been more historically prominent than among Native American / First Nations peoples. Whisper n Thunder was born through a desire for an uncensored format. Hear WnT authors speak about their writings, feelings about the written word expression, and their hopes for the future. Many of our authors will join us – call in and let us know your thoughts! 01:03:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,Native American,Spoken Word,AuthorsFreedom of Speech – Whisper n Thunder Authors Speak Out521f902c-ba71-4d39-8219-bed988e2d373https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/15/leonard-peltier-the-story-the-update-the-prognosisNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/15/leonard-peltier-the-story-the-update-the-prognosis/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/10/15/leonard-peltier-the-story-the-update-the-prognosisSun, 15 Oct 2017 23:00:00 GMTLeonard Peltier: The Story, the Update, the PrognosisJoin hostess Joelle Clark who will be talking with long time Peltier advocate David Hill and Peltier relative Kari Ann Boushee who is Co-Director of the International Leonard Peltier Defense Team, as they discuss the Peltier case and the outlook for his future.  Whether you think Peltier innocent or guilty, the fact remains he is unjustly incarcerated is in poor health.  There are numerous violations of Leonard Peltier's civil and human rights before, during and after his trial.  Listen in to hear about his legal defense strategy and what the team is doing to help get justice for Leonard Peltier.    01:08:00Whisper nThundernoLeonard Peltier,David Hill,Leonard Peltier Legal Defense,Kari Ann Boushee,WhispernThunderLeonard Peltier: The Story, the Update, the Prognosis298e4a44-8238-42de-bba9-80c5fef43e8fhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/09/10/oak-flat-arizonas-protestCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/09/10/oak-flat-arizonas-protest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/09/10/oak-flat-arizonas-protestSun, 10 Sep 2017 23:00:00 GMTOak Flat: Arizona’s Protest Join Hostess Billie Fidlin, President of WhispernThunder, and Guests: Sarah King, Chair, Earth Care Commission, Arizona Faith Network for an update on the violation of religious rights in Arizona.   Oak Flat, located on sacred Apache land in San Carlos, Arizona, is  one of the last pristine areas in the state that is now being attacked. Sarah King and guests will discuss the long standing tensions between the economics of mining and the preservation of the environment. Advocates for mining call Oak Flat rich in copper and cite jobs potential. But the battle over Oak Flat lies 7,000 feet underground and in the copper veined history of Arizona. How much more can we destroy and what is the real cost to the morals of Arizona?   http://www.apache-stronghold.com/ www.facebook.com/Saving-OAK-FLAT-Arizona-202998493114242/ 01:02:00Whisper nThundernoOak Flat,Apache Stronghold,WhispernThunder,Save Oak FlatJoin Hostess Billie Fidlin, President of WhispernThunder, and Guests: Sarah King, Chair, Earth Care Commission, Arizona Faith Network for an update on the violhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/08/27/women-in-prisonCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/08/27/women-in-prison/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/08/27/women-in-prisonSun, 27 Aug 2017 23:00:00 GMTWomen in PrisonJoin Hostess Billie Fidlin and Guests Karen Spencer-Barnes and Patricia Wheat as they discuss the issue of Women in Prison.   The number of women in state and federal prisons has surged since 1978 by nearly 800 percent — twice the growth rate for men. Mandatory sentences for drug offenses enacted during the 1980s and 1990s have hit women particularly hard, many experts say. But some prosecutors and Republicans dispute the claim that the so-called war on drugs has disproportionately hurt women. They say mandatory sentencing has reduced crime, helped break up drug rings and ended sentencing disparities. Reformers hope states' recent efforts to reduce prison populations and spend more on drug treatment will help women. But they say women still remain an afterthought in the penal system. For example, reformers say courts and prisons rarely recognize women's responsibility as mothers or the factors underlying their participation in crime, such as domestic abuse. The justice system, women's advocates say, needs to think creatively about how to help female prisoners. Meanwhile, in the juvenile system, girls often receive harsher punishments than boys who commit similar offenses. The majority of women in prison, according to researchers, have suffered some kind of trauma, such as domestic or sexual violence; many are addicts; and many suffer from serious mental illness.  “Prison is a place where those things generally will get worse — for mothers and their children,” says Georgia Lerner, executive director of the Women's Prison Association in New York City, which helps women involved in the criminal justice system.     Source:  http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher/document.php?id=cqresrre2017030300 00:59:00Whisper nThundernoWomen in Prison,WhispernThunder,Prison Reform,Prison LifeSince 1978, the number of women in state and federal prisons has surged by almost 800 percent.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/07/23/150th-anniversary-of-canada-and-indigenous-peoples-resistanceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/07/23/150th-anniversary-of-canada-and-indigenous-peoples-resistance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/07/23/150th-anniversary-of-canada-and-indigenous-peoples-resistanceSun, 23 Jul 2017 23:00:00 GMT150th Anniversary of Canada and Indigenous Peoples ResistanceThe 150th anniversary of Canada, also known as the 150th anniversary of Confederation and promoted by the Canadian government as Canada 150, occured in 2017 as Canada marked the sesquicentennial anniversary of Canadian Confederation.  The Indigenous Peoples of Canada took issue with the celebration with numerous historical and present day complaints concerning the treatment of natives.  Many indigenous nations in Canada held their own counter remembrance ceremonies and demonstrations to mark their own observance of Canada's 150 year anniversary.  Join Hostess Sonia Ae Martinez.  Ms. Martinez is licensed to practice law in California, Arizona, the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, the Gila River Indian Community, the Tonto Apache Tribal Nation, the Yavapai Apache Nation, Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, and the Ak-Chin Indian Community.  She provides legal services to Phoenix residents and Tribal members in the areas of Criminal Justice, Juvenile Law, Dependency, and Family. Ms. Martinez is the immediate Past President of the Native American Bar of Arizona and the Co-Chair of the Arizona State Bar Convention 2015.  And special guest, Russ Letica, who is from the Maliseet First Nation who held their own Time Immemorial Celebration of 14,000 yrs on the land the weekend of July 1-2.   As of the 2011 census, Aboriginal peoples in Canada totaled 1,400,685 people, or 4.3% of the national population, spread over 600 recognized First Nations governments or bands with distinctive cultures, languages, art, and music. The terms First Peoples and First Nations are both used to refer to indigenous peoples of Canada.    00:57:00Whisper nThundernoCanada,Reconciliation,MMIW,Missing and Murdered Women,MaliseetThe Canadian Sesquicentennial and Indigenous Peopleshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/05/29/erez-fundraiserCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/05/29/erez-fundraiser/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2017/05/29/erez-fundraiserMon, 29 May 2017 01:00:00 GMTEREZ FUNDRAISEREvery year Whisper & Thunder proudly hosts the “EREZ” fundraiser to help heat native homes throughout the winter, and to repair homes when mother nature is not so nice.  Join Whisper & Thunder’s EREZ Committee as they thank supporters and sponsors, discuss the history of the EREZ fund and the current application process, and set goals for the new year. They will also talk about unique and creative ideas for fundraising while focusing on the impact this fund has had on over 103 families and 481 people just this year alone. HostS: Sonia Martinez  Speakers: Billie Fidlin, Russ Letica, Joelle Clark. Debby Ball, Maureen Brucker 00:47:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,EREZ,American Indian,Native American,Pine Ridge Reservation“EREZ” fundraiser to help heat native homes throughout the winter, and to repair homes when mother nature is not so nice.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/11/06/return-from-standing-rock--lessons-learnedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/11/06/return-from-standing-rock--lessons-learned/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/11/06/return-from-standing-rock--lessons-learnedSun, 06 Nov 2016 21:00:00 GMTReturn From Standing Rock - Lessons LearnedThe “Dakota Access” Pipeline (DAPL) is a $3.8B, 1,100 mile fracked-oil pipeline currently under construction from the Bakken shale fields of North Dakota to Peoria, Illinois. DAPL is slated to cross Lakota Treaty Territory at the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation where it would be laid underneath the Missouri River, the longest river on the continent.  Construction of the DAPL would endanger a source of fresh water for the Standing Rock Sioux and 8 million people living downstream. DAPL would also impact many sites that are sacred to the Standing Rock Sioux and other indigenous nations. Nations and people are coming together from across the globe to support the Standing Rock nation in its fight against the pipeline. Join us as we have a conversation about lessons learned with some of the different individuals that went to the water protector camp and returned back home.  Host: Sonia Martinez, Guests: Donna Chrisjohn, Stephanie Big Crow and Patricia Hammell 01:09:00Whisper nThundernoNoDAPL,WhispernThunder,Standing Rock,Honor The Treaties,Stone CampWater Protectors Are Stopping the Dakota Access Pipeline Under Threat of Jail, Harassment and Violencehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/09/25/rev-dr-thom-white-wolf-fassett-speaksCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/09/25/rev-dr-thom-white-wolf-fassett-speaks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/09/25/rev-dr-thom-white-wolf-fassett-speaksSun, 25 Sep 2016 19:00:00 GMTRev. Dr. Thom White Wolf Fassett SpeaksWhisper n Thunder is delighted to interview Rev. Dr. Thom White Wolf Fassett, honored by the United Methodist Church Council of Bishops as the recipient of the 2016 Council of Bishops Ecumenical Award for his long service to the denomination regarding N Am issues. Dr. Fassett is the former General Secretary of the UMC Board of Church & Society and a premier leader in both the denomination and Indian Country. Among the many demands on Thom’s time as a noted speaker and author, he is also an Ambassador for Whisper n Thunder. Among the topics to be discusses will be Thom’s advocacy work in Indian Country and his work around political prisoner Leonard Peltier. Join WnT President Billie K. Fidlin, and WnT staff Sonia Martinez and Brenda Golden for this fascinating hour of conversation on September 25th, 3 pm Eastern Standard Time.     01:11:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,Thom White Wolf Fassett,WnT,Billie K. Fidlin,United Methodist ChurchAn interview with recipient of the 2016 of Bishops Ecumenical Award for his long service regarding Native American Issue on his advocacy work and his support ofhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/26/money-matters-in-indian-countryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/26/money-matters-in-indian-country/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/26/money-matters-in-indian-countryTue, 26 Apr 2016 01:00:00 GMTMoney Matters in Indian CountryJoin Whisper & Thunder on Monday April 25, 2016 as host Sonia Martinez welcomes guests to discuss Money Matters in Indian Country. Listen in as Marlene Colmenares from the PHP Agency provides the audience with best practices and tips for tribal members to maximize their tax refunds, per capita payouts,other monetary benefits and their income, and how to better manage finances for the present and future. The second half of the show will be presented by Rob Salas, Executive Vice President of Tribal Indemnity, LLC. He plans to discuss money matters for tribal governments and will provide information on some of his forward thinking economic development strategies for tribes that incorporate self governance. 00:58:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,Tribal Indemnity,PHP Agency,Indian CountryMoney Matters for tribal individuals and for tribal governmentshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/13/missing-and-murdered-native-and-first-nations-womenNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/13/missing-and-murdered-native-and-first-nations-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2016/04/13/missing-and-murdered-native-and-first-nations-womenWed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMTMissing and Murdered Native and First Nations WomenJoin the Whisper & Thunder Board as they present on Missing and Murdered Native and First Nations Women. During this program, you will first get to know a little bit about the individuals that make up the Whisper & Thunder Board of Directors.  The Board members will then present a number of profiles of missing and murdered native and first nations women. The program will highlight and raise awareness regarding the issue of violence against Native and First Nations women, an issue affecting our women at a rate much higher when compared to other groups of women.  Join us and help us by calling in to the show to participate during the program as we help give a voice to the voiceless.   http://www.cbc.ca/missingandmurdered/mmiw http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1448633299414/1448633350146   00:57:00Whisper nThundernoMMIW,WhispernThunder,MissingandmurderedIndigenousWomenThe Whisper & Thunder Board Present Missing and Murdered Native and First Nations Womenhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/10/11/violence-against-women-reauthorization-actNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/10/11/violence-against-women-reauthorization-act/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/10/11/violence-against-women-reauthorization-actSun, 11 Oct 2015 23:00:00 GMT“Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act”Join our host Sonia Martinez, Esq., member of the Board of Directors for Whisper n Thunder who will be discussing the “Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act” that came into effect March 7, 2015. Our guest speakers include  Alfred Urbina, Attorney General for Pascua Yaqui, Mercedes Garcia, Deputy Prosecutor, and Oscar Flores, Chief Prosecutor for Pascua Yaqui. These attorneys will be detailing their experience in handling cases during the pilot project, lessons learned and tips for tribes moving forward. Brief  outline on the topic: On March 7, 2013, President Obama signed into law the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, or "VAWA 2013." VAWA 2013 recognizes tribes' inherent power to exercise "special domestic violence criminal jurisdiction" (SDVCJ) over certain defendants, regardless of their Indian or non-Indian status, who commit acts of domestic violence or dating violence or violate certain protection orders in Indian country. . The law also authorized a voluntary "Pilot Project" to allow certain tribes to begin exercising SDVCJ sooner. This law brought about certain important changes and we invite you to listen in, join us in chat or call in with your questions and comments. 01:23:00Whisper nThundernoviolence against women,whispe n thunder,law,domestic violence,indian country“Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act”https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/24/reservation-justiceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/24/reservation-justice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/24/reservation-justiceMon, 24 Aug 2015 01:00:00 GMTReservation JusticeThis Show will explore the most recent Federal laws affecting Reservation Justice in the criminal context. Our guests are lawyers who will speak to the legal and practical issues affecting members and now, even nonnatives, on the reservation and in tribal court as they face the criminal process. Guests will also discuss various Tribal Law and Order codes and compare and contrast the overall criminal process and issues in their jurisdictions, including sentencing guidelines, with that of the State of Arizona. Listen in to get the latest updates on Reservation Justice.Please Join Host Sonia Martinez, member of the Board of Directors with Whipser n Thunder and guests as we discuss reservations violence, the cause and how justice fits into the picture - This show is produced by Claudia Julien, chair of the Blog Talk WnT show for http://www.whispernthunder.org/ Host: Sonia Martinez, Law Office of Sonia Martinez Guests: Matthew Milo, Legal Defender’s Office, The Ak-Chin Indian Community Maricopa, Arizona Zachary Huselid, Huselid Law, Tonto Apache Tribal Prosecutor’s Office Payson, Arizona Jennifer Valadez, Law Office of Jennifer Valadez, Phoenix Arizona   01:26:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,reservation justice,Criminal Justice System,lawyers,indian reservationsReservation Justicehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/09/health-care-in-indian-countryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/09/health-care-in-indian-country/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/08/09/health-care-in-indian-countrySun, 09 Aug 2015 23:00:00 GMTHealth Care In Indian CountryOur  host will be Sonia Martinez, attorney at law and Treasurer  at Whisper n Thunder, and Claudia Julien Producer and Chair of WnT Blog Talk radio. This show will address healthcare in Indian Country and focusing on on issues that impact healthcare from practice to policy and successful models that have been successful in healing our Native communities. Our guest are: John W. Molina (Yaqui/Apache)  M.D., J.D., H.D.L Health Systems Director, Dena'ina Wellness Center with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe in Kenai Alaska And Stephanie Big Crow (Oglala Lakota) BS, M.Ed., DBA-HCAL(c), Full-time Doctorate Student, Research Associate/Policy Analyst with Four Directions Healthcare Consulting, Inc.  Whisper n Thunder is dedicated to Native American / First Nations empowerment online magazine sharing truth from the indigenous perspective. As an organization we also provide scholarships, heat reservation homes of the poor, teach leadership classes to high school Native youth. Whisper n Thunder exists to tell that story, to empower through the expression of uncensored truth. Our hope for change in a better  tomorrow where suicide, substance abuse, depression and isolation are no longer a part of the conversation. Empowering Native Americans through Education, Awareness & Opportunity is what Whisper n Thunder is about We ask you to become a part of the Whisper n Thunder movement, through your readership, your financial support, and your actions. Please donate what you can   Whisper n Thunder is a 501c3 NonProfit Organization Whisper n Thunder Inc PO Box 10891 Glendale, AZ 85318 http://www.whispernthunder.org 01:47:00Whisper nThundernoHealthcare,Native American Culture,whisper n thunder,Indian Country,triabalHealth Care In Indian Countryhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/04/01/saving-our-youth--suicide-in-indian-countryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/04/01/saving-our-youth--suicide-in-indian-country/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/04/01/saving-our-youth--suicide-in-indian-countryWed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMTSaving Our Youth - Suicide in Indian CountryWith the hopes of changing the course of history for our people.Our blog talk radio team with producer Claudia Julien and Host Joelle Clark , will be having an in depth discussion , with Guest Arvol Looking Horse,19th Generation Keeper of the Sacred White Buffalo Calf Pipe Bundle and its teachings. Spiritual Leader of the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota People, along with Roger Bird one of the Spiritual Leader's, and Sylvia McAdam Saysewahum and other guests regarding the heart breaking outbreak of teenage suicides across Indian Country and how returning to the Spiritual Traditions of Our Nation's may be the only way to save the lives of our children and bring hope instead of despair to our next generations. Recent reports from 2 communites in Canada and USA: Pine Ridge: In November, the OST ambulance service responded to 17 suicides or attempts. In one 12-month period during 2008-09, there were 97 suicide response calls." Rapid City Journal February 14, 2015 Northern Manitoba reserve of Shamattawa is mourning the deaths of 4 young people in the past 6 weeks, with concern growing after 4 more suicide attempts since. March 19,2015 02:11:00Whisper nThundernosuicide,indian country,youth,traditions,spiritual leadersWith the hopes of changing the course of history for our people.Our blog talk radio team with producer Claudia Julien and Host Joelle Clark , will be having anhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/03/13/whisper-n-thunder-erez-fundNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/03/13/whisper-n-thunder-erez-fund/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2015/03/13/whisper-n-thunder-erez-fundFri, 13 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMTWhisper n Thunder EREZ FundJoin our host Billie Fidling - founder and President of Whisper n Thunder, along with several members of the Whisper n Thunder board of directors and Ambassador team as we give our listeners an insight into the history of the ERez fund and why our fund raising efforts are so important http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html http://whispernthunder.org/IRM_Column_T4Y1_CKSW.html   01:04:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernthunder,Billie Fidlin,EREZ,heating homes,magazineJoin our host Billie Fidling - founder and President of Whisper n Thunder, along with several members of the Whisper n Thunder board of directors and Ambassadorhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/10/05/whisper-n-thunder--a-gathering-of-womenNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/10/05/whisper-n-thunder--a-gathering-of-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/10/05/whisper-n-thunder--a-gathering-of-womenSun, 05 Oct 2014 21:00:00 GMTWhisper n Thunder - A Gathering of WomenJoin Whisper n Thunder President Billie K. Fidlin and Karen Spencer- Barnes, WnT Director of Development along with special guests Jaclyn Roessel and other Whisper n Thunder staff as they discuss Whisper n Thunder's Gathering of Women events. For the last 2 years women across the country have gathered to discuss the topics that affect Indian Country. This show will discuss the origin of these events, what happened at the events - who came, what was discussed, and plans for the future.  http://whispernthunder.org 01:05:00Whisper nThundernogathering,women,Billie Fidlin,whisper n thunder,indian countryJoin Whisper n Thunder President Billie K. Fidlin and Karen Spencer- Barnes, WnT Director of Development along with special guests Jaclyn Roessel and other Whishttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/09/21/mother-earth--water-rights--environmentNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/09/21/mother-earth--water-rights--environment/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/09/21/mother-earth--water-rights--environmentSun, 21 Sep 2014 21:00:00 GMTMother Earth - Water Rights - EnvironmentAn important topic from one of our archives is being played today on our show. Please take the time to listen, or download it to listen to later on… Hosts Billie Fidlin and Russ Letica are joined by our guests Sootahkii Calling Last, an enrolled member of the Blackfoot Confederacy her studies include Environmental Science Water Resources at the University of Montana, her current research includes studying the indigenous relationships with water and water contaminant clean-up methods.  Brian Stuart, is a Natural Resource Technician at Maliseet Nation Conservation Council. The discussion is on environmental issues facing Indian Country, amid a host of other topics. http://maliseetnationconservation.ca/ http://www.whispernthunder.org/ 01:34:00Whisper nThundernowater rights,environment,Russ Letica,Billie Fidlin,mother earthAn important topic from one of our archives is being played today on our show. Please take the time to listen, or download it to listen to later on… Hosts Billhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/17/conversation-on-education-in-indian-country-iiNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/17/conversation-on-education-in-indian-country-ii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/17/conversation-on-education-in-indian-country-iiSun, 17 Aug 2014 21:00:00 GMTConversation on Education in Indian Country IIJoin us as we talk with Dr. Karina Roessel, Ed.D. as we discuss education in reservation schools. Dr. Roessel has spent her career working on the Navajo Nation from the classroom to school administration, Dr. Roessel's perspective will shed light on the not only the challenges but the opportunities in Indian education.  00:59:00Whisper nThundernoeducation,indian country,dr. karina roessel,navajo nation,indian educationJoin us as we talk with Dr. Karina Roessel, Ed.D. as we discuss education in reservation schools. Dr. Roessel has spent her career working on the Navajo Nationhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/03/fashioning-presence-40Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/03/fashioning-presence-40/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/08/03/fashioning-presence-40Sun, 03 Aug 2014 21:00:00 GMTFashioning presence 4.0Listen as Jaclyn Roessel, one of the co-founders of the blog presence 4.0 and Whisper n Thunder board member, shares a dynamic show on Native style, fashion and creativity. Presence 4.0 is a style blog centered on showcasing the ingenuity and creativity American Indian people utilize in styling themselves. Co-produced by a trio of Navajo women, including Nanibaa Beck and Chelsea Chee, P4 documents our Native community’s participation in fashion by featuring individuals’ style and expression on the ground, off the streets, along the dirt road because it happens there every day. The trio will talk about the founding of their blog, memorable posts and the inspiration they find in covering Native people through their site. Joining the conversation is Dr. Jessica Metcalfe (Turtle Mountain Chippewa), owner of Beyond Buckskin Boutique and scholar on American Indian fashion and Warren Montoya (Tamayo/Kha’po Owingeh) artist and owner of Rezonate Art. Metcalfe and Montoya will share their thoughts on American Indian art, fashion and creativity. The two will talk about an upcoming collaboration with P4. http://www.presencefour.com http://www.rezonateart.com http://shop.beyondbuckskin.com/ 01:01:00Whisper nThundernopresence 4,jaclyn Roessel,native style,fashion,creativityListen as Jaclyn Roessel, one of the co-founders of the blog presence 4.0 and Whisper n Thunder board member, shares a dynamic show on Native style, fashion andhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/07/06/free-grassy-narrows--treaty-rights--clear-cutting-and-water-contaminationNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/07/06/free-grassy-narrows--treaty-rights--clear-cutting-and-water-contamination/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/07/06/free-grassy-narrows--treaty-rights--clear-cutting-and-water-contaminationSun, 06 Jul 2014 21:00:00 GMTFree Grassy Narrows - Treaty Rights - Clear Cutting and Water ContaminationJoin host Russ Letica in and open the discussion with our guest Judy Da Silva, on topic of the  long battle for First Nation communities who depend on Mother Earth for thier livelihood.  In Treaty 3 which was signed in 1873, Canada promised to respect the right of the Ojibway to hunt and fish in their territory. There are high levels of mercury in that and scientific studies indicate that the boreal watersheds subjected to clear cutting often raises the mercury levels in fish above the levels fit for human consumption. This situation goes back to 1962 when Dryden paper mill dumped 9,000 kg of mercury into their river. A River Run will be held in Toronto July 29 - 31 2014 https://www.facebook.com/events/740594235961702/   "What Grassy Narrows wants more than anything is to maintain its community … a protection of its traditional way of life and finding a way of building a local, sustainable economy.” 01:04:00Whisper nThundernofree grassy narrows,treaty rights,first nations,natives,whisper n thunderJoin host Russ Letica in and open the discussion with our guest Judy Da Silva, on topic of the  long battle for First Nation communities who depend on Mother Eahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/22/indigenous-sovereigntyprotection-of-the-people-land-and-waterNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/22/indigenous-sovereigntyprotection-of-the-people-land-and-water/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/22/indigenous-sovereigntyprotection-of-the-people-land-and-waterSun, 22 Jun 2014 21:00:00 GMTIndigenous Sovereignty,Protection of the People, Land and WaterThis Sunday join our host Russ Letica, co-chair of our radio show, and member of the Whisper n Thunder Board of Directors. He will be  joined by our guest Sylvia McAdam Saysewahum co-founder of Idle No More who will bring us up to date on the Idle No More movement. They will talk about the Gateway Pipeline and First Nation Control for First Nations Education Act. http://www.idlenomore.ca/ "Idle No More calls on all people to join in a peaceful revolution, to honour Indigenous sovereignty, and to protect the land and water" "Enough is enough. If they don't meet the concerns and the positions of the First Nations on sustainability and protection of the environment -- if they just keep doing what they are doing -- we have no other choice ... We want justice for the environment, for the land, the water and the air." Chief Allan Adam, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation “First Nation’s Peoples —and the decision of Canadians to stand alongside them— will determine the fate of the planet.”—Guardian, UK 01:56:00Whisper nThundernopipeline,sylvia mcadam saysewahum,idle no more,education,first nationsThis Sunday join our host Russ Letica, co-chair of our radio show, and member of the Whisper n Thunder Board of Directors. He will be  joined by our guest Sylvihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/08/oral-traditionsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/08/oral-traditions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/06/08/oral-traditionsSun, 08 Jun 2014 21:00:00 GMTOral TraditionsThis Sunday our BlogTalk radio program will cover the importance of carrying on oral tradition, and introduce our listeners to  our WnT YouTube Channel. Join Billie Fidlin, president of WnT and Millie Chalk, member of the Board of Directors and part of the YouTube Channel team. Oral tradition is the spoken relation and preservation, from one generation to the next, of a people's cultural history and ancestry, often by a storyteller in narrative form. Oral tradition is cultural material and tradition transmitted orally from one generation to another. The messages or testimony are verbally transmitted in speech or song and may take the form, for example, of folktales, sayings, ballads, songs, or chants. In this way, it is possible for a society to transmit oral history, oral literature, oral law and other knowledge across generations without a writing system. It often refers to the transmission of cultural material through vocal utterance. WnT has brought some of the oral tradition to life in written format through our online magazine and by then sharing a oral recording of some of those stories on our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/WhispernThunder The historical marginalization of indigenous people, the dogma of stigma, the continued oppression of an entire race of people to the political and social edges of society cannot and must not continue. Telling the story begins the healing. Telling the story also begins the true understanding of a history of both tragedy and triumph. To read more articles & find out about us, please go to whispernthunder.org opening song http://youtu.be/aop1Ffep_AA by Taina Amayi 01:36:00Whisper nThundernooral traditions,whisper n thunder,youtube,billie fidlin,native storiesThis Sunday our BlogTalk radio program will cover the importance of carrying on oral tradition, and introduce our listeners to  our WnT YouTube Channel. Join Bihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/18/environment-issues-in-indian-countryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/18/environment-issues-in-indian-country/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/18/environment-issues-in-indian-countrySun, 18 May 2014 21:00:00 GMTEnvironment Issues in Indian CountryJoin hosts Billie Fidlin and Russ Letica with guests Sootahkii Calling Last, an enrolled member of the Blackfoot Confederacy her studies include Environmental Science Water Resources at the University of Montana, her current research includes studying the indigenous relationships with water and water contaminant clean-up methods.  Brian Stuart, is a Natural Resource Technician at Maliseet Nation Conservation Council. They will discuss environmental issues facing Indian Country, amid a host of other topics. This is Open Mic night - we hope you'll call in with your questions and comments. http://maliseetnationconservation.ca/ 01:38:00Whisper nThundernoenvironment,indian country,water,conservation,Russ LeticaJoin hosts Billie Fidlin and Russ Letica with guests Sootahkii Calling Last, an enrolled member of the Blackfoot Confederacy her studies include Environmental Shttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/04/addiction--an-interview-with-rachelNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/04/addiction--an-interview-with-rachel/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/05/04/addiction--an-interview-with-rachelSun, 04 May 2014 21:00:00 GMTAddiction - An Interview with RachelJoin host Billie Fidlin, President and founder of Whisper n Thunder for our continued discussion on Addiction. An interview with Rachel Scholz, a member of the Gila River Nation. Two months ago Rachel was released from prison. Two months ago Rachel saw her 8 year old daughter for the first time in many years. Two months ago Rachel said I'm never going back to prison again. This is her story. 01:05:00Whisper nThundernowhisper n thunder,rachel,addiction,Billie Fidlin,prisonJoin host Billie Fidlin, President and founder of Whisper n Thunder for our continued discussion on Addiction. An interview with Rachel Scholz, a member of thehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/20/an-open-discussion-on-addictionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/20/an-open-discussion-on-addiction/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/20/an-open-discussion-on-addictionSun, 20 Apr 2014 21:00:00 GMTAn Open Discussion on AddictionPlease join hosts Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors for Whisper n Thunder and Claudia Julien, Ambassador for Whisper n Thunder, in an open discussion on addiction as we attempt to answer the questions of what is an addict, and why treatments work or don’t work for many. Our guests have all had first hand experience with addiction. Because Whisper n Thunder exists to empower through the expression of uncensored truth this show is important. An Open and honest discourse will bring transformation; transformation will bring change. Change for a tomorrow where suicide, substance abuse, depression and isolation are no longer a part of the conversation. Empowering Native Americans through Education, Awareness & Opportunity is what Whisper n Thunder is about We ask you to become a part of the Whisper n Thunder movement, through your readership, your financial support, and your actions. Main site: http://www.whispernthunder.org 01:23:00Whisper nThundernoALCHOLISM DEPRESSON,addiction,Native American,First Nations,treatmentsPlease join hosts Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors for Whisper n Thunder and Claudia Julien, Ambassador for Whisper n Thunder, in an open discussiohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/13/sexual-assaultNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/13/sexual-assault/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/04/13/sexual-assaultSun, 13 Apr 2014 21:00:00 GMTSexual AssaultPlease join us and listen in for this show with pre-recorded interviews so we can talk about healthy communities, healthy Native communities without sexual violence. Both our guests are annonymous and their names are not real, for their protection. Sexual assault and violence is a serious problem and  We Will Be Speaking Out. We know the statistics, the statistics that are a shallow estimate due to underreporting in an era of silence: Whisper n Thunder exists to empower through the expression of uncensored truth, to tell our story. Open and honest discourse will bring transformation; transformation will bring change. Change for a tomorrow where sexual assault, suicide, substance abuse, depression and isolation are no longer a part of the conversation.  Empowering Native Americans through Education, Awareness & Opportunity is what Whisper n Thunder is about We ask you to become a part of the Whisper n Thunder movement, through your readership, your financial support, and your actions. Main site: http://www.whispernthunder.org   01:33:00Whisper nThundernosexaul assault,no means no,victims,whisper n thunder,abusePlease join us and listen in for this show with pre-recorded interviews so we can talk about healthy communities, healthy Native communities without sexual violhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/23/whisper-n-thunder-winds-scholarshipNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/23/whisper-n-thunder-winds-scholarship/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/23/whisper-n-thunder-winds-scholarshipSun, 23 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMTWhisper n Thunder WINDS ScholarshipJoin our hosts, Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors for Whisper n Thunder and Billie Fidlin, President of Whisper n Thunder as we discuss the Whisper n Thunder Winds Scholarship. This scholarship is for any Native American / First Nations student of any age can apply for the Winds Scholarship, provided they are a student of good standing enrolled in vocational, college, or university study. The scholarship will be awarded on a one time basis to the nominee. Whisper n Thunder exists to empower through the expression of uncensored truth, to tell our story. Open and honest discourse will bring transformation; transformation will bring change. Change for a tomorrow where suicide, substance abuse, depression and isolation are no longer a part of the conversation. Empowering Native Americans through Education, Awareness & Opportunity is what Whisper n Thunder is about We ask you to become a part of the Whisper n Thunder movement, through your readership, your financial support, and your actions. Main site: http://www.whispernthunder.org Winds Scholarship page: http://whispernthunder.org/WnT_Winds_Scholarship.html ERez Fund :http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html   01:23:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,Billie Fidlin,Winds Scholarship,Education,native americanJoin our hosts, Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors for Whisper n Thunder and Billie Fidlin, President of Whisper n Thunder as we discuss the Whisperhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/13/athena-leadship-development-in-native-americaNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/13/athena-leadship-development-in-native-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/03/13/athena-leadship-development-in-native-americaThu, 13 Mar 2014 02:00:00 GMTATHENA Leadship Development in Native AmericaJoin our host Billie Fidlin, president of Whisper n Thunder, and Board of Directors member Karen Spencer-Barnes for a discussion on the Athena leadership classes for young native women. Our guests include Martha Mertz author of Becoming ATHENA: Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership and founder of Athena International. " At Athena, we are building a world where leadership is constantly re-imagined to reflect the needs of women and society, where women obtaining and exercising power is both expected and commonplace" To understand and develop themselves as leaders young women are encouraged to embrace these leadership principles and encourage others to do the same. EIGHT ATHENA LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES: LIVE AUTHENTICALLYFOSTER COLLABORATIONLEARN CONSTANTLYBUILD RELATIONSHIPADVOCATE FIERCELYGIVE BACKACT COURAGEOUSLYCELEBRATE Please help by sharing this link or sending a donation, many families are cold this winter and need our help http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html At midnight on New Year's Eve, online magazine Whisper n Thunder began its journey to share the stories of the indigenous people of America. Through history, family stories, profiles of courage and current events that we must address, we will share truth. http://www.whispernthunder.org 01:18:00Whisper nThundernowhisper n thunder,billie fidlin,athena,leadership,young nativesJoin our host Billie Fidlin, president of Whisper n Thunder, and Board of Directors member Karen Spencer-Barnes for a discussion on the Athena leadership classehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/27/hoka-hey--idle-no-more-previously-recorded-episodeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/27/hoka-hey--idle-no-more-previously-recorded-episode/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/27/hoka-hey--idle-no-more-previously-recorded-episodeThu, 27 Feb 2014 02:00:00 GMT" Hoka Hey - Idle No More" (previously recorded episode)Recorded June 12th 2013 The opening music was Red Winter by Drezus. Ending song Neil Young, Mother Earth song. Host Russ Letica, WnT Board Member as he discusses the Idle No More movement with guests.  Does Idle No More have the impetus to keep on going ?   Sylvia McAdam  a co-founder of a global movement called "Idle No More". She resides on her peoples lands in the Treaty 6 territory and teaches university classes in nearby Prince Albert. She is from the Nehiyaw nation and the Whitefish Lake Reserved Lands #118. Sylvia is a fluent nehiyaw speaker and understands her people’s culture. She is a direct descendant of Treaty makers, and hereditary okimaws. She is a mother, and a grandmother. She has earned her Jurist Doctorate from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Human Justice from the University of Regina. She is author of a book called "Cultural Teachings: First Nations Protocols & Methodologies". Souta Calling Last works with a Phoenix-based group called Valley Natives. This group was formed in response to INM movement to foster a sense of community within the urban native community. It has organized a number of teach-ins on water relations, the environment, climate, and de-colonization. She is also a founding member of non-profit with a fellow Masters student and good friend Laura Medina working on community and tribal government relations, as well as educational presenting.  She grew up on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana and a member of the Blackfoot Confederacy, also an enrolled in the Blood tribe of Alberta Canada. IMPORTANT PLEASE help us heat homes 100% of all money donated goes directly to the fund http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html 01:58:00Whisper nThundernoidle no more,russ letica,sylvia mcadam,souta calling last,harperRecorded June 12th 2013 The opening music was Red Winter by Drezus. Ending song Neil Young, Mother Earth song. Host Russ Letica, WnT Board Member as he discushttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/13/families-of-sisters-in-spirit--missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-womenNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/13/families-of-sisters-in-spirit--missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/02/13/families-of-sisters-in-spirit--missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-womenThu, 13 Feb 2014 02:00:00 GMTFamilies of Sisters in Spirit - Missing and Murdered Aboriginal WomenOur guests are members of Families of Sisters in Spirit (FSIS) a grassroots, volunteer, non-profit organization led by families of missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls in Canada. FSIS strives to create and nurture an anti-oppressive and safe space where Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities can come together to show their love, support, and solidarity for missing and murdered women and their families. Our guests are Bridget Tolley and Colleen Cardinal. And we will have an update from Tanya Kappo and Walking with Our Sisters Raising critical awareness in our communities, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal. FSIS is a grassroots not-for-profit volunteer organization located on unceded Algonquin Territory (Ottawa) led by families of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Families-of-Sisters-in-Spirit/169989823049052 https://www.facebook.com/events/543491765731982/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming http://familiesofsistersinspirit.com/ 01:22:00Whisper nThundernosistes in spirit,murdered women,missing women,families of missing women,families of murdered womenOur guests are members of Families of Sisters in Spirit (FSIS) a grassroots, volunteer, non-profit organization led by families of missing and murdered Aboriginhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/23/human-traffickingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/23/human-trafficking/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/23/human-traffickingThu, 23 Jan 2014 02:00:00 GMTHuman TraffickingWhisper n Thunder Radio produced another informational show,  the topicis about “HUMAN TRAFFICKING”   Hidden secretly yet it’s there.  Our host  was Russ Letica, board of Director member with our guest Trace DeMeyer an adoptee , journalist, and author. She writes about Human Trafficking and Adoption on her blog: www.larahentz.wordspress.com. Lara is a name Trace uses since she has been reunited with her birth relatives in Wisconsin and Illinois.  Her two books about the Indian Adoption Projects are available on her website www.tracedemeyer.com and bluehandbooks.org. Short video on the topic: http://youtu.be/E1pXg3OqH_g 01:19:00Whisper nThundernoTrace DeMeyer,Russ Letica,hiuman trafficking,slavery,adoptionWhisper n Thunder Radio produced another informational show,  the topicis about “HUMAN TRAFFICKING”   Hidden secretly yet it’s there.  Our host  was Russ Leticahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/09/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/09/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2014/01/09/whisper-n-thunderThu, 09 Jan 2014 02:00:00 GMTWhisper n ThunderTonight join our hosts Billie Fidlin, President and founder of WnT, and Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors, Fund Raising Chair, and Co-Chair of WnT BlogTalk Radio.  They will be joined by several members of the Board of Directors in a dialogue on the accomplishments and goals of our non-profit organization. Whipser n Thunder was Launched on New Year's Day 2010 We begin our 5th Year! Thank you for your Support! At midnight on New Year's Eve 2010, the online magazine Whisper n Thunder began its journey to share the stories of the indigenous people. Through history, family stories, profiles of courage and current events that we must address, we will share truth. History has neither been kind nor accurate. We intend to change that. www.whispernthunder.org Whisper n Thunder: Empowering Native Americans through Education, Awareness & Opportunity Whisper n Thunder is a 501c3 NonProfit Organization Whisper n Thunder Inc PO Box 10891 Glendale, AZ 85318 For more information please contact Billie K. Fidlin at bkfidlin@hotmail.com Help support Whisper n Thunder with your tax deductible donation to PayPal or by personal check. 01:40:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,native american,american indian,history,educationTonight join our hosts Billie Fidlin, President and founder of WnT, and Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors, Fund Raising Chair, and Co-Chair of WnT Bhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/12/26/sacred-lands--protecting-mother-earthNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/12/26/sacred-lands--protecting-mother-earth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/12/26/sacred-lands--protecting-mother-earthThu, 26 Dec 2013 02:00:00 GMTSacred Lands - Protecting Mother EarthHost Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors with WnT, in a dialog with participants and leaders in the fight for Mother Earth. Our guest for are: John Levi, Mi’kmaq from the Elsipogtog First Nation, NB. He was appointed Warrior Chief and a protector of the Mi’kmaq territory and Mother Earth. John has been a strong leader in the fight to protect the land and water.  He has a strong connection to the land and native traditions, which are very much a part of his way of life. Judie Acquin-Miksovsky is a member of the Wolastoq community at Saint Mary’s located in Fredericton New Brunswick. She has been a strong voice in opposition to shale gas throughout the province. With the introduction of Idle No More and Bill C-45, Judie knew that there was no backing down! With a clear understanding that changes in environmental acts would negatively impact traditional territories, she has taken the step to become more knowledgeable, and is not afraid to question elected provincial and First Nations leaders. Judie believes that we need to hold our own leaders accountable. http://www.gofundme.com/Saving-Mother-Earth Gerald Delorme, is a native advocat from Alberta who lobbies government and reminds them of their obligations to treaties and the destruction of sacred sites The protests brought strength to our nation. The purpose of the protests was to protect the land, livelihood and connection to Mother Earth. It brought together a joining of communities and with one voice which is saying NO to shale gas. The Idle No More movement played an important role in support and was the best thing that happened to natives. It woke us all up in fact. The leaders in this fight explain that it not that they are against development but against the method being used and the monopoly over our rights. 01:38:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,history,new brunswick,john levi,SWNHost Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors with WnT, in a dialog with participants and leaders in the fight for Mother Earth. Our guest for are: John Lhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/28/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/28/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/28/whisper-n-thunderThu, 28 Nov 2013 02:00:00 GMTWhisper n Thunder EREZ FundJoin Whisper n Thunder Vice President and EREZ Fund Chair Rebecca Balog, President Billie Fidlin, and Development Director Russ Letica for a discussion on Whisper n Thunder’s emergency effort to heat reservation homes through the EREZ Fund.  Listen in to hear personal stories we learned from recipient families, how the fund works, and why your support to the EREZ Fund is critically important to the health and wellness of tribal families. Please help us, help them. http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html   History has never been accurate or completely truthful for the American Indian. We intend to change that through educational and informative talks on a variety of issues that impact and affect Indian Country. http://www.whispernthunder.org Music Credits : Electric Pow WoW drums by Tribe Called Red are a Canadian electronic music group. 01:04:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,native,Erez,heat,winterJoin Whisper n Thunder Vice President and EREZ Fund Chair Rebecca Balog, President Billie Fidlin, and Development Director Russ Letica for a discussion on Whisphttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/14/diabetes-in-indian-countryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/14/diabetes-in-indian-country/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/11/14/diabetes-in-indian-countryThu, 14 Nov 2013 02:00:00 GMTDiabetes in Indian Country Join Host Jaclyn Roessel, Board of directors’ member and treasurer of Whisper n Thunder, and our guests in a dialogue on Diabetes in Indian Country. Diabetes is a disease that affects the body's ability to produce or respond to insulin. Diabetes is a chronic disease that has no cure. Prevalence of type 2 diabetes among Native Americans in the United States is 12.2% for those over 19 years of age. One tribe in Arizona has the highest rate of diabetes in the world. About 50% of the tribe between the ages of 30 and 64 have diabetes. We hope to open up the discussion on diabetes and provide listeners with useful tools to help in the prevention. Whisper n Thunder is proud of what we do, We are currently raising funds for our Erez propane fund. If you have a few dollars to spare please consider contributing at http://whispernthunder.org/EREZ_Fund.html Music credits :"I Choose To Live" written and performed by South African Kwaito star, Howza (Tshepo Mosese) the song is about the impact of Diabetes on the world and the importance of prevention. GoodHealthTV® introduces a new marketing campaign entitled Dia-beatable in recognition of American Diabetes Alert Day, campaign video features a catchy rap tune with a colorful character called MC Potato-Chip. 01:28:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,Diabetes,native,prevelance,type2Join Host Jaclyn Roessel, Board of directors’ member and treasurer of Whisper n Thunder, and our guests in a dialogue on Diabetes in Indian Country. Diabetes ihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/24/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/24/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/24/whisper-n-thunderThu, 24 Oct 2013 01:00:00 GMTDomestic Violence in Indian CountryJoin Host Rebecca Balog, Vice President of Whisper n Thunder, and Fernando Anzaldua, WnT board member, in an open dialogue on Domestic Violence in Indian Country. Domestic violence, is a pattern of behavior which involves the abuse by one person against another . The abuse is not limited to obvious physical violence, nor is it limited to just women being abused, men are victims too. Domestic violence can also mean endangerment, criminal coercion, kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, trespassing, harassment, and stalking etc. “It takes a village to end domestic violence, not the simple strength of one person behind closed doors.  In saying that bold statement, we ALL should acknowledge the independent bravery one faces when surviving abuse.  That said, we ALL are responsible for ending violence in our communities.   If you saw your neighbor’s house on fire you would help, and when an individual’s world is burning down around them in a domestic assault - it’s the same reality. “ ~ Rebecca Balog http://whispernthunder.org/DV__Power___Control.html www.whispernthunder.org 01:12:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,domestic violence,native,power and control,educationJoin Host Rebecca Balog, Vice President of Whisper n Thunder, and Fernando Anzaldua, WnT board member, in an open dialogue on Domestic Violence in Indian Countrhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/10/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/10/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/10/10/whisper-n-thunderThu, 10 Oct 2013 01:00:00 GMTNative American Studies / American Indian Studies Education is the key to a bettering the lives of Indigenous People, which is why it is important to have this discussion tonight. Join host Natalie Brown, WnT Board of Directors member who will be joined by Brenda Golden, WnT Board of Directors member and Radio Team Chair, and other guests. “The American Indian Studies paradigm is grounded in the experiences of American Indian nations, peoples, communities, and organizations from American Indian perspectives. Its principles are rooted in the concepts of sovereignty and indigenousness. It recognizes that disparate worldviews, literatures, knowledge systems, political structures, and languages characterize Indian societies within the United States but that they share commonalities that link them with other indigenous peoples of the world. It acknowledges that colonialism has impacted the sovereignty, human rights, landholdings, religious freedom, health, welfare, and cultural integrity of Indian nations.” History has never been accurate or completely truthful for the American Indian. We intend to change that through educational and informative talks on a variety of issues that impact and affect Indian Country. www.whispernthunder.org 01:20:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,native american,Russ Letica,history,educationEducation is the key to a bettering the lives of Indigenous People, which is why it is important to have this discussion tonight. Join host Natalie Brown, WnThttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/26/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/26/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/26/whisper-n-thunderThu, 26 Sep 2013 01:00:00 GMTThe Longest Walk 4: Return to Alcatraz “We Walk with the spirits of our ancestors for the present and for the future generations so that we as Peoples do not forget what makes us Indigenous.” Whisper n Thunder Ambassador Claudia Julien will be your host for this week. The topic is The Longest Walk 4: Return to Alcatraz . Our guests include Michael Lane and several of the walkers. This walk is an affirmation of tribal sovereignty. It has become a Spiritual Walk for Indian Nations in conjunction with a respective of our traditions, cultures and spiritual beliefs. The Walkers are walking with our ancestors and for the future generations. http://returntoalcatraz.com/ 01:51:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,Claudia Julien,Treaties,longest walk,Alcatraz“We Walk with the spirits of our ancestors for the present and for the future generations so that we as Peoples do not forget what makes us Indigenous.” Whisphttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/12/suicide-among-native-americans-first-nations-peoplesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/12/suicide-among-native-americans-first-nations-peoples/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/12/suicide-among-native-americans-first-nations-peoplesThu, 12 Sep 2013 01:00:00 GMTSuicide Awareness and Prevention WnT radio with host Jaclyn Roessel  will run in tandem with National Suicide Prevention Week. Suicide prevention can only begin to be addressed with awareness and education of risk behaviors as well as protective conditions which lower suicide risk. Our conversation will also include discussion of American Indian cultural values that provide challenges in preventing suicides. Our guests this week are: Dr. Mary Hasbah Roessel, MD is a board certified psychiatrist practicing in New Mexico.  She works with Native Americans in her private psychiatric practice and brings a special expertise in cultural psychiatry and understands the perspective of people from different cultures Chloe Grabanski, Director of Fundraising & Supporter Relations with To Write Love On Her Arms , will be joining us to share information about the programs TWLOHA are holding as part of National Suicide Prevention Week. www.whispernthunder.org01:15:00Whisper nThundernowhisper thunder,suicide,native,help,preventionWnT radio with host Jaclyn Roessel  will run in tandem with National Suicide Prevention Week. Suicide prevention can only begin to be addressed with awarenesshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/05/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/05/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/09/05/whisper-n-thunderThu, 05 Sep 2013 01:00:00 GMTFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Join Host Claudia Julien Whisper  n Thunder  Ambassador who will be discussing the topic of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders  with our  guests, Brian Philcox, Bonnie Buxton, Renae Sanford, Jodee Kulp.  Our first guests Brian & Bonnie are advocates in the campaign to raise awareness and prevention of FASD. Renae Sanford is a native person from BC, who is an advocate and support worker in the field for nearly 4 decades. Jodee Kulp is an  award-winning author and publisher. Her publishing company, Better Endings New Beginnings, has published numerous titles about FAS. ope for children, teens, and adults living, laughing, learning and loving through the challenges of alcohol exposure before birth http://www.fasworld.com/fasday-get-involved/ http://www.betterendings.org/ 01:28:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,fasd,alcohol,Claudia Julien,educationJoin Host Claudia Julien Whisper  n Thunder  Ambassador who will be discussing the topic of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders  with our  guests, Brian Philcox,https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/29/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/29/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/29/whisper-n-thunderThu, 29 Aug 2013 01:00:00 GMTEducation in Indian Country Our Host, Jaclyn Roessel  was born and raised on the Navajo Nation and serves as treasurer on the Board of Director  with Whisper n Thunder. Our guests are Dr. Laura Tohe who is an Associate Professor of English at Arizona State University as well as an accomplished poet, writer, and librettist.  Her 1999 book, No Parole Today was awarded Poetry Book of the Year by the Word craft Circle of Native American Writers and Storytellers. Dr. Tohe will read a select number of poems from her book which share her boarding school experience. Adrienne Keene will be discussing her dissertation research regarding how cultural identity impacts the academic achievement of American Indian students while pursuing higher education. Cherokee, Keene is most well-known for the being the founder of the blog Native Appropriations which discusses the impact of the representations of Native peoples, including stereotypes, cultural appropriation, news, activism, and more. http://grownupnavajo.com/ http://www.lauratohe.com/ http://nativeappropriations.com/ http://www.whispernthunder.org01:46:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,history,native,indian country,educationOur Host, Jaclyn Roessel  was born and raised on the Navajo Nation and serves as treasurer on the Board of Director  with Whisper n Thunder. Our guests are Dr.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/15/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/15/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/08/15/whisper-n-thunderThu, 15 Aug 2013 01:00:00 GMTSaving Buffalo/Bison This week the topic is Saving the Buffalo/Bison with with our host Claudia Julien. Claudia is a member of the Whisper n Thunder Radio team, and a Ambassador for WnT.  She was also the producer of the show. Our guests this week are Wayne Frederick, from the Rose Bud Sioux Tribe. Wayne is herd manager for over 500 animals on 10,000 acres, and has lived with the Buffalo all his life. Mary Borrows works at Custer State Park, South Dakota. and has a deep love connection with the buffalo who visit her every day. She also is knowledgeable on the history of the buffalo. Stephany Seay is an activist involved with the Buffalo Field Campaign whose mission is to stop the slaughter of Yellowstone’s wild buffalo herd, protect the natural habitat of wild free-roaming buffalo and native wildlife, and to work with people of all Nations to honor the sacredness of the wild buffalo. “Protect especially the buffalo, for the buffalo will give you food and shelter.  The hide of the Buffalo will keep you from the cold, from the heat, and from the rain.  As long as you have the buffalo, you will never need to suffer.” For many winters the people lived at peace with the animals and with the land.  When they killed a buffalo, they thanked the Great Spirit, and they used every part of the buffalo.  It took care of every need. ~ From the Montana Elk Journal Jimmy “JB”  Klyap, Dome Mountain Ranch https://www.facebook.com/buffalowild http://www.buffalofieldcampaign.org/habitat/bisonconservation.html01:27:00Whisper nThundernoWhisper n Thunder,native,buffalo,stephany seay,Claudia JulienThis week the topic is Saving the Buffalo/Bison with with our host Claudia Julien. Claudia is a member of the Whisper n Thunder Radio team, and a Ambassador fohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/25/whisper-n-thunderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/25/whisper-n-thunder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/25/whisper-n-thunderThu, 25 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMTLeading by Example Our host Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors with Whisper n Thunder,  will be joined this week by Chief Trish Bernard from the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation in New Brunswick, Canada. She became Chief by acclamation during the nomination stage of the elections and on August 26 there will be elections taking place for two counselors. She is a strong Wolastoqiyik woman whose vision for her community includes one “where members can trust that the leaders and decision makers are providing fair, transparent and accountable decisions. “  She has stated that, "Our First Nation prides itself on dealing in positive good faith relationships. We don't forget the past and we don't forget how we came to be who we are, but we also really focused on moving forward." Madawaska Maliseet Moving Towards Economic Development 01:20:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,maliseet,first nations,Trish Bernard,whisper n thunderOur host Russ Letica, member of the Board of Directors with Whisper n Thunder,  will be joined this week by Chief Trish Bernard from the Madawaska Maliseet Firhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/10/whats-on-your-mind--open-mic-with-wntNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/10/whats-on-your-mind--open-mic-with-wnt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/07/10/whats-on-your-mind--open-mic-with-wntWed, 10 Jul 2013 01:00:00 GMTWhat's On your mind - Open Mic with WnT Whisper n Thunder is having an open mic night on BlogTalk.  Join Host Russ Letica,  WnT Board of Directors Member and Billie Fidlin , President, WnT as our co-host . The topic for discussion is your choice, but we do have three interesting guests calling in to help open things up. James Magaska Swan President & Founder of “United Warrior Society” will be joining us in  a discussion about activism in general, unity and solidarity. http://unitedurbanwarriorsocietyworld.jimdo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/james.m.swan1?fref=ts Eliza Knockwood  is a Mi’kmaq woman from Abegweit First Nation. A spiritual Film Artist and a participant in the current Elsipogtog NB Summer of Solidarity  in the province of New Brunswick Canada  http://www.asi-iea.ca/en/eliza-knockwood/ Christi Belcourt who is the curator and project coordinator for Walking with Our Sisters will also be calling in to talk about the commemorative art installation for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women of Canada and the USA . http://walkingwithoursisters.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/331569696926132/?fref=ts We are inviting our listeners to call in at (626) 213-5611 and bring your views on air with us. Whisper n Thunder values your opinion.  JOIN US, ask your questions of our guests or tell us what is on your mind. http://www.whispernthunder.org 01:57:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,solidarity,open mic,walking with our sisters,james magaska swanWhisper n Thunder is having an open mic night on BlogTalk.  Join Host Russ Letica,  WnT Board of Directors Member and Billie Fidlin , President, WnT as our co-https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/27/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/27/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/27/whispernthunder-radioThu, 27 Jun 2013 01:00:00 GMTHorses and Maskwacis Children's Horsemanship Join host Millie Chalk WnT board member  who is an experienced trainer and instructor that works with horses and youth. She will be talking with our guests Paula Johnson and Dion Yellowbird, who run a program called Maskwacis Horsemanship for youth in the community of Hobbema.  Youth learn and participate in the full process of treating, handling, preparation, and riding the horses. It is a fun and interactive program, but also has a cultural component.  Dion is a phenomenal instructor who is gentle with the children and the horses. While providing mentorship and roles modelling for the youth, he also includes the culture and spiritual connection with the horses.  Native American values are important in the development of a successful  future for the youth.  This program however, goes much beyond learning to ride a horse. Relationship with animals and the environment are an important part of Aboriginal culture and this program allows youth to connect with the horse, as well as the horses spirit. It also teaches discipline as the youth are taught how to properly care for, handle, and treat the horses. All of this provides the youth an opportunity for healing, while reinforcing cultural values. http://ruralcapicityhobbema.blogspot.ca/   www.whispernthunder.org   01:32:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,Horses,children,Native,MaskwacisJoin host Millie Chalk WnT board member  who is an experienced trainer and instructor that works with horses and youth. She will be talking with our guests Pauhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/13/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/13/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/06/13/whispernthunder-radioThu, 13 Jun 2013 01:00:00 GMTIdle No More Join Host Russ Letica, WnT Board Member as he discusses the Idle No More movement with guests.  Does Idle No More have the impetus to keep on going through 2013?   Our guests are: Sylvia McAdam  a co-founder of a global movement called Idle No More. She lives on her peoples lands in the Treaty 6 territory and teaches university classes in nearby Prince Albert. She is from the Nehiyaw nation and the Whitefish Lake Reserved Lands #118. Sylvia is a fluent nehiyaw speaker and understands her people’s culture. She is a direct descendant of Treaty makers, and hereditary okimaws. She has earned her Jurist Doctorate from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Human Justice from the University of Regina. She is author of a book called "Cultural Teachings: First Nations Protocols & Methodologies". Sootahkii Calling Last works with a Phoenix-based group called Valley Natives. This group was formed in response to Idle no More movement to foster a sense of community within the urban native community. It has organized a number of teach-ins on water relations, the environment, climate, and de-colonization. She is also a founding member of non-profit with a fellow Masters student and good friend Laura Medina working on community and tribal government relations, as well as educational presenting.  She grew up on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana and a member of the Blackfoot Confederacy, also an enrolled in the Blood tribe of Alberta Canada. She currently working on her Masters in Management at the University of Phoenix to complement a bachelor’s from the University of Montana in Environmental Science with an emphasis in Water Resources. Most of her experience is rooted in Water Quality, specifically heavy metal contamination clean up. 02:03:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,Whisper n Thunder,Sylvia McAdam,grassroots,Idle No MoreJoin Host Russ Letica, WnT Board Member as he discusses the Idle No More movement with guests.  Does Idle No More have the impetus to keep on going through 20https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/23/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/23/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/23/whispernthunder-radioThu, 23 May 2013 01:00:00 GMTStrong Women Of Indian Country Join WnT Radio for another informational show, this week the topic is "Strong Women of Indian Country" with hosts Billie Fidlin, WnT Chair and Founder, who will be joined by Brenda Golden, WnT Board member and WnT Radio Chair, Jaclyn Roessel, first Winds Scholar and WnT Board Member, and Yvonne Swan, advocate and WnT Ambassador. These stories of strong indian women will inspire others to have courage, drive, ambition, and pride.  Philip Deere Sr. said, "Women are the backbone of our traditions."  The discussion will encompass the strength of women in Indian Country , looking at the historical role of women and touch on the history of some of the well-known names such as Zitkal Sa, Lozen and Wilma Mankiller.   With focus on women, what role do women play in today’s society, both on the reservation and in the urban settings. Women as leaders today within the native communities, has their role changed?01:48:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,History,Strong Women,Native American,EducationJoin WnT Radio for another informational show, this week the topic is "Strong Women of Indian Country" with hosts Billie Fidlin, WnT Chair and Founder, who wihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/16/part-2-of-the-native-america-music-and-musiciansNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/16/part-2-of-the-native-america-music-and-musicians/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/16/part-2-of-the-native-america-music-and-musiciansThu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 GMTPart 2 of the Native America Music and Musicians Part 2 of the Native America Music and Musicians The Americas contain hundreds of native communities, each with its own distinctive history, language, and musical culture. These communities—although united in placing music at the centre of public life—have developed extraordinarily diverse and multifaceted performance traditions.  In latter years, Native Americans have created a special niche in the music industry and within that niche have sprung a number of Native American Musicians and Genres. This week hostess Lisa Sahani, WnT Board Member is joined by musical guest Steven Clawson. There is a SPECIAL SURPRISE planned during the show, so join us live!!  South Georgia native Steven Clawson is a blues, rock n’ roll and country which are on the same beat. That beat, mixed with a little Cajun roots brings a sound that Steven and his fans like to call “Southern Soul”. Steven’s love of music and performing began at an early age, with much encouragement from his family. He grew up in Thomasville, Ga., playing guitar and singing along to Garth Brooks. He decided to pursue his dreams and love for music by moving to Nashville with his wife, who he met in first grade. Steven also has a passion for songwriting, which has developed from being an avid reader.His musical influences include Elvis Presley, Kenny Loggins and his favorite country singer, Brooks. http://www.facebook.com/stevenclawsonmusic Steven Clawson’s YouTube Channel is https://www.youtube.com/user/Stevenclawsonmusic His MySpace page L http://www.myspace.com/stevenclawson   01:54:00Whisper nThundernonative american,music,Steven Clawson,Whisper n Thunder,musiciansPart 2 of the Native America Music and Musicians The Americas contain hundreds of native communities, each with its own distinctive history, language, and mushttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/09/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/09/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/05/09/whispernthunder-radioThu, 09 May 2013 01:00:00 GMTNative American Music & Musicians Part 1 Hostess Lisa Sahani, WnT Board Member is joined by musical guests Joseph Strider and Steven Clawson.  The Americas contain hundreds of native communities, each with its own distinctive history, language, and musical culture. These communities—although united in placing music at the centre of public life—have developed extraordinarily diverse and multifaceted performance traditions.  In latter years, Native Americans have created a special niche in the music industry and within that niche have sprung a number of Native American Musicians and Genres.  http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/1350772/Native-American-music NAMMY Nominated, Acoustic guitarist Joseph Strider has covered a lot of musical ground in his career thus far. From boy soprano in school choirs, to playing with a cover band, Strider has spent the years developing his own unique style, a style that fits in no established genre and can best be described as Modern Indigenous Alternative.   http://www.josephstrider.com For South Georgia native Steven Clawson, blues, rock n’ roll and country are on the same beat. That beat, mixed with a little Cajun roots brings a sound that Steven and his fans like to call “Southern Soul”. Steven’s love of music and performing began at an early age, with much encouragement from his family.  http://www.facebook.com/stevenclawsonmusic 00:48:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,American Indian,Joseph Strider,Steven Clawson,WhispernThunderHostess Lisa Sahani, WnT Board Member is joined by musical guests Joseph Strider and Steven Clawson.  The Americas contain hundreds of native communities, eachttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/04/11/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/04/11/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/04/11/whispernthunder-radioThu, 11 Apr 2013 01:00:00 GMTSexual Assault & Domestic Violence in Indian CountryWnT Board Member and Vice President Rebecca Balog will join President Billie Fidlin to discuss domestic violence and sexual assault & recovery in Indian Country. APRIL IS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/03/29/presidential-proclamation-national-sexual-assault-awareness-and-preventi   It is estimated that 1 of every 6 women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime, according to the Rape Abuse Incest National Network (RAINN). This number is about 1 in 33 for American men. Approximately 15% of sexual assault and rape victims are under age 12. Domestic violence is the leading cause of injuries to women age fifteen to forty-four, more common than auto accidents, mugging, and cancer combined. All Americans can play a role in changing the culture that enables sexual violence. Each of us can take action by lifting up survivors we know and breaking the silence surrounding rape and sexual assault. Together, our Nation is moving forward in the fight against sexual assault. This month, let us keep working to prevent violence in every corner of America, and let us rededicate ourselves to giving survivors the bright future they deserve. 01:26:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,American Indian,Sexual Assault,Domestic Violence,WhispernThunderWnT Board Member and Vice President Rebecca Balog will join President Billie Fidlin to discuss domestic violence and sexual assault & recovery in Indian Countryhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/28/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/28/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/28/whispernthunder-radioThu, 28 Mar 2013 01:00:00 GMTAmerican Indian Art & Expression Join Hostess Jaclyn Roessel, WnT Treasurer/Board Member, blogger and photographer as she brings forth information on Indigenous art, fashion and jewelry.   Ms. Roessel is also the Director of Education at the Heard Museum. Guests include, Janet Cantley, Curator and Manager at Heard Museum North Scottsdale, who was the exhibit designer for the re-installation of the HOME: Native People in the Southwest exhibit at the Heard Museum in 2005.  Also Michelle Ponce of 1 Spot Gallery Co-Founder and Executive Director will join in the discussion of Indigenous Art and Jewelry in fashion. Kristen Dorsey (Chickasaw jeweler), Jared Yazzie (Navajo Founder/Owner OXDX clothing apparel company) and Bethany Yellowtail (Founder B. Yellowtail Designs) are prepared to discuss native made clothing and jewelry, from urban wear to haute couture, and pop jewelry, and how designers work to keep up with the ever changing fashion.  Beyond Buckskin Boutique is a proponent of the Buy Native Movement and aims to further the work of creative Indigenous artists.  http://www.heard.org/ http://byellowtail.carbonmade.com/ http://shop.beyondbuckskin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ZiindiGallery 01:25:00Whisper nThundernoHeard Museum,Native American,Buy Native,Indian Art,WhispernThunderJoin Hostess Jaclyn Roessel, WnT Treasurer/Board Member, blogger and photographer as she brings forth information on Indigenous art, fashion and jewelry.   Ms.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/14/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/14/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/03/14/whispernthunder-radioThu, 14 Mar 2013 03:00:00 GMTHIV/AIDS in Indian Country Russ Letica, Board Member and Co-Chair of the WnT Radio Committee, and Natalie Brown, WhispernThunder Board Secretary, will host this informative and educational program about the imporrant topic of HIV/AIDS in Indian Country.  This program on HIV/AIDS will express opinions concerning the stigma, the level of stigma and reasons for stigma.  WnT will present accurate facts concerning the severity of this disease in our communities as they are today.  National Native American Awareness Day is March 20th.  Guests will include Alyssa Bittenbender, Program Director of the Arizona AIDS Education and Training Center at the University of Arizona College of Medicine; Melvin Harrison, Navajo AIDS Network; and Native Americans living with HIV/AIDS. Links of interest are:  http://www.nnaapc.org/news/awareness-day.htm http://www.ihs.gov/hivaids/index.cfm?module=promo_materials#radioPsa http://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/templates/content.aspx?ID=3026 01:24:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,American Indian,HIV,AIDS,WhispernThunderRuss Letica, Board Member and Co-Chair of the WnT Radio Committee, and Natalie Brown, WhispernThunder Board Secretary, will host this informative and educationhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/28/pow-wows-and-dance-cultureNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/28/pow-wows-and-dance-culture/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/28/pow-wows-and-dance-cultureThu, 28 Feb 2013 03:00:00 GMTPow Wows and Dance Culture Host Rebecca Blalog will talk and discuss Pow Wows and the Dance Culture.  Rebecca Balog is an advocate within the anti-violence movement within Indian Country and the United States.  Her current position is at the Women of Color Network, a project of the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence.  She has dedicated years to anti-violence work, social change, and the restoration of sovereignty for tribal women.   She is born and raised in Pennsylvania and Oglala Sioux, Mohawk, and Czechoslovakian descent. Rebecca is Vice President of Whisper n Thunder, Inc. and chair of the EREZ Emergency Reservations Services Project. Rebecca is a fancy Shawl dancer, Northern Traditional Dancer and occasional women’s grass dancer for specials (or switch dances for fun!). She is the mother of two young boys who grass dancer but began with tiny tot boy’s traditional.  Larry Yazzie will also join the discussion.  Larry Yazzie: (Meskwaki/Dine) is a World Champion Fancy Dancer who consistently takes top honors at American Indian powwows in the United States and Canada. In 1995, he won the World Championship for the Northern Style Fancy Dance. As a performer, Larry has toured the United States, Canada, and Europe. http://www.womenofcolornetwork.org http://www.nrcdv.org http://www.nativepridearts.org/nativepridedancers.html 01:15:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,American Indian,Culture,History,WhispernThunderHost Rebecca Blalog will talk and discuss Pow Wows and the Dance Culture.  Rebecca Balog is an advocate within the anti-violence movement within Indian Countrhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/21/the-intertribal-cultural-allianceBusinesshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/21/the-intertribal-cultural-alliance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/21/the-intertribal-cultural-allianceThu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMTThe Intertribal Cultural Alliance The Intertribal Cultural Alliance, Inc (ITCA) shall provide assistance to all Native Americans in the state of South Dakota and those members of other tribes and around the United States.  Urban Native American centers are a much needed service in the bigger communities.  The services shall include economic developments, education, health; substance abuse and to promote the general welfare of all Native Americans. ITCA is a new organization with the mission to help urban natives who need services such as referrals, computer training, arts and crafts, preserve culture through language and spirituality, operate a daycare center and treatment center, among other services. The ITCA now has a governing board that established and enforces policies for the operation of all programs and activities.  All board members are interested in and supportive of services for Native Americans.  Community members have input into the administration and structure of the ITCA through participating in meetings with the Board of Directors or by bringing their issues and concerns for the community before the Board.  The Board Members and Guests for this show are: George Eagleman - (Yankton) ~ President John Eagle - (Sisseton-Wahpeton) ~ Vice President Kari Ann Boushee - (Spirit Lake) ~ Board Member Libby Traversie - (Cheyenne River Sioux) ~ Board Member http://www.facebook.com/itca.siouxfalls 01:02:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,Sioux Falls,American Indian,Indian Center,Urban IndianThe Intertribal Cultural Alliance, Inc (ITCA) shall provide assistance to all Native Americans in the state of South Dakota and those members of other tribes ahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/14/whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/14/whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/02/14/whispernthunder-radioThu, 14 Feb 2013 03:00:00 GMTResidential/Boarding Schools Host Russ Letica will discuss the painful and horrible legacy of the Residential Boarding Schools.  The Reservation Boarding School System was a war in disguise. It was a war between the United States government and the children of the First People of this land. Its intention was that of any war, elimination of the enemy. The reason this war is difficult to recognize is because it was covered by the attractive patina of a concept called "Manifest Destiny." Manifest Destiny was a philosophy by which the white european invader imagined themselves as having a divine right to take possession of all land and its fruits. In any encounter with mainstream historical accounts, it is obvious that Native People were very little more than a "problem" to be solved by the colonizers. To white society, they were heathens and behaved like savages. They had no written language, their children were unschooled, and for the most part they didn't know how to stay in one place, many moved their villages according to the seasons. If these people, these Natives, were ever going to amount to anything in this United States of America, they had to be taught the proper and acceptable way to live. All aspects of Native culture or way of life were unacceptable to the white european mind. http://www.twofrog.com/rezsch.html 01:56:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,native,Culture,Residential Boarding Schools,WhispernThunderHost Russ Letica will discuss the painful and horrible legacy of the Residential Boarding Schools.  The Reservation Boarding School System was a war in disguihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/31/aim--then-nowNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/31/aim--then-now/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/31/aim--then-nowThu, 31 Jan 2013 03:00:00 GMTAIM - Then & NowThe American Indian Movement (AIM) is a Native American activist organization in the United States, founded in 1968 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with an agenda that focuses on spirituality, leadership, and sovereignty. The founders included Dennis Banks, George Mitchell, Herb Powless, Clyde Bellecourt, Harold Goodsky, Eddie Benton-Banai, and a number of others in the Minneapolis Native American community. Russell Means, born Oglala Lakota, was an early leader in 1970s protests. In the decades since AIM's founding, the group has led protests advocating indigenous American interests, inspired cultural renewal, monitored police activities, and coordinated employment programs in cities and in rural reservation communities across the United States. AIM has often supported indigenous interests outside the United States as well. By 1993 AIM had split into two main factions, with the AIM-Grand Governing Council based in Minneapolis and affirming its right to use the name and trademarks for affiliated chapters. Guest David Hill (Choctaw) will discuss how AIM came to be, what its goals were, some of the main accomplishments. 01:23:00Whisper nThundernoWhispernThunder,Native American,American Indian,American Indian Movement,AIMThe American Indian Movement (AIM) is a Native American activist organization in the United States, founded in 1968 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with an agenda thhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/17/winds-scholarship-programNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/17/winds-scholarship-program/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/17/winds-scholarship-programThu, 17 Jan 2013 03:00:00 GMTWinds Scholarship ProgramWhisper n Thunder Winds Scholarship Any Native American / First Nations student of any age can apply for the Winds Scholarship, provided they are a student of good standing enrolled in vocational, college, or university study. The scholarship will be awarded on a one time basis to the nominee. All nominations are due May 1st. Scholars are announced the first week of June. TO APPLY: http://whispernthunder.org/WINDS_APPLICATION.html We congratulation the Whisper n Thunder Winds Scholars!                                                                                           2010      Jaclyn Roessel, Navajo, Arizona State University 2011      John Three Fingers, Northern Cheyenne, Dull Knife Memorial College 2011      Jennifer White, Navajo, Arizona State University Graduate Studies   2012      Brenda Golden, Oklahoma City University School of Law 2012      Shannon Rivers, Mesa Community College, AZ 2012      Lydia Jeannette Soctomah, University of Maine Orono 01:00:00Whisper nThundernoNative American,American Indian,WhispernThunder,History,CultureWhisper n Thunder Winds Scholarship Any Native American / First Nations student of any age can apply for the Winds Scholarship, provided they are a student ofhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/02/introducting-whispernthunder-radioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/02/introducting-whispernthunder-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whispernthunder/2013/01/02/introducting-whispernthunder-radioWed, 02 Jan 2013 03:00:00 GMTIntroducing WhispernThunder Radio! With Hosts Brenda Golden and Russ Letica Join us as we discuss WhispernThunder, who we are, what we do, where you can find us and why we are coming to you on blogtalkradio.  What is the mission of WnT?  Come join us and find out!  WnT will be broadcasting bi-weekly with a different subject each time, so make sure and set your reminders for a new experience on blogtalkradio.  Find us and connect with us on all the social media, we look forward to hearing from you.    01:01:00Whisper nThundernoRuss Letica,Brenda Golden,native,History,whisper n thunderWith Hosts Brenda Golden and Russ Letica Join us as we discuss WhispernThunder, who we are, what we do, where you can find us and why we are coming to you on