Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People Season 7 Episodes

Episode 1

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Sun, Jan 30, 2022

The Cherokee language is sacred to our people and unfortunately, it's endangered. Learn about a special book, created to recognize our first-language speakers, that is having a greater impact than ever imagined. Meet Zebadiah Nofire, a young Cherokee comedian setting the stage for Native comedy. He uses his love of Cherokee family, language and stories to keep us laughing. Whitney Roach is a Cherokee storyteller, a former Miss Cherokee and an emerging young leader. She shares with us her favorite Cherokee story about the Water Spider and how it brought the first fire. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the image of Sequoyah, a well-known and beloved figure in Cherokee history for bringing literacy to our people. But how much do we really know about him? We take a closer look at the portrait behind nearly every present-day image of Sequoyah.

Episode 2

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Sun, Feb 6, 2022

Episode 3

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Sun, Feb 13, 2022

Meet Cheyenne McKinney whose successful career as a champion boxer has led to her next career move in the sports world. She tells us how her love of boxing and passion for helping the Greenwood community, also known as Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma have come together in coaching the next generation. When it comes to preventing addiction, there are some special people serving on the front lines. Cherokee Nation Prevention Specialist Coleman Cox is one of those people and he says community change isn't something that happens overnight. Cherokee potter Carrie Lind treats her pottery as living, breathing pieces and treats each work of art as a private conversation between her and the harvested earth. She tells us how she first began her journey in clay and who has inspired her along the way. In our Cherokee Almanac, we look back at the murder trial of Archilla Smith. His trial would play a pivotal role in the evolution of the Cherokee judicial system not long after Cherokees were removed to Indian Territory.

Episode 4

704

Sat, Feb 20, 2021

Horse trainer and national champion Lisa Gallery wouldn't call herself a "horse whisperer" but you'd be hard pressed to find anyone else who has such keen communication with our equine friends. We saddle up with Lisa as we learn more about her special relationships with horses. Nathalie Standingcloud is a storyteller, although not in the usual sense of the word. Her stories are told in ink and on the screen as she showcases her talent as both an emerging tattoo artist and actress. Eric Vardeman is known as "The Curling Guy". He is President and Founder of the Tulsa Curling Club, a unique winter sport that is often misunderstood. He shares with us why this game of strategy has sometimes been called "chess on ice". In our Cherokee Almanac, we look back at a time when Cherokee leaders understood that education was key in preparing their people for the challenges ahead in Indian Territory. We explore the Cherokee Public Schools Act and how our tribe was strengthened and united through education.

Episode 5

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Sun, Feb 27, 2022

Kenny Limore is known as "The Cherokee Noodler". He is the picture of a true outdoors man, managing a ranch and wrestling catfish from their holes in lakes and rivers all over Cherokee Nation. He takes us out of the lake and shows us how to keep the catfish biting. Sara Hoklotubbe is a mystery writer whose books earn high praise from readers and critics alike. She aims to dispel myths often written about Natives while staying true to Cherokee culture through her characters. Her protagonist, Sadie Walela, does just that as a sharp Cherokee woman with an eye for solving crimes. Serving as the Cherokee Nation's Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Lizz Toombs feels a deep responsibility to protect our cultural assets and historic lands for future generations. She tells us why this is important to our survival and legacy as Cherokee people. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore how many aspects of American life were adopted by some Cherokees who viewed assimilation as the best survival tactic against American expansion. One such adoption was the practice of chattel slavery. We look back on an uncomfortable part of Cherokee history, the Cherokee Slave Revolt of 1842.

Episode 6

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Sun, Mar 6, 2022

Tayler Gutierrez is a Cherokee bead work artist and part of an online community that allows her to grow and flourish in her art. Bryan Waytula comes from a family of Cherokee artists who have passed on their cultural knowledge. We look at how he uses this generational knowledge to create his own new and distinctive art. Sam Horsechief is a beloved running coach in the Cherokee Nation who has left a lasting impression on all his athletes. He shares what pushed him and how he continues to challenge and encourage his own students. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the man behind the historic Chisholm Trail. Jesse Chisholm was a Cherokee trader and diplomat and we learn how he blazed a path for cattle traders through Indian Territory.

Episode 7

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Sun, Mar 13, 2022

Cordney McClain is an educator, actor, writer and poet with a big heart. We learn about his community involvement and see how he leaves his audience wanting more. We visit Roberta Sapp at the creek on her family's land and she shares the importance of water. She shares with us the lessons her grandparents taught her and how she passes it on to future generations. Geneva Thompson is an attorney bridging the areas of environmental and tribal law. She shares with us how partnerships with Tribal Nations can help protect our planet for future generations. In our Cherokee Almanac we learn why Fort Gibson was created in Indian Territory and how the fort impacted Cherokee Nation throughout the 19th century.

Episode 8

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Sun, Mar 27, 2022

Gina Olaya, daughter of the late Wilma Mankiller, principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, is a true living legacy. Unfortunately she suffers from the same health issues that plagued her mother and many others in her family. By carrying her mother's memory with her, she navigates a difficult life with grace and continues to serve our tribe. Multi-talented Steve Mashburn has no shortage of hobbies. He is both an award-winning Cherokee silversmith and an avid beekeeper, and the last thing he's doing is keeping his skills to himself. Join Steve as he spreads his knowledge to help his metal smith students find their spark. Lori Enlow is an ultra endurance runner, racking up several miles every day training for competition. She perseveres through physical and emotional struggles to achieve success as both a runner and a Cherokee Nation nurse practitioner. Witness Lori's motivation for yourself as she stays the course and crosses the finish line. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore Cherokee involvement in the Battle of Pea Ridge. Despite attempts to remain neutral during the U.S. Civil War, the Cherokee Nation found itself drawn into conflict and divided. Nowhere was that more evident than during this pivotal battle.

Episode 9

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Sun, Apr 3, 2022

Cherokee biologist Caleb Hickman reveres all of nature's creatures, even the less than majestic ones. Caleb explains the importance of these animals to Cherokee tradition and our environment. Meet historian and Regional Director for the Oklahoma Historical Society David Flowler who has dedicated his career to preserving and perpetuating the accurate history of the Cherokee Nation. Join this dynamic duo known as Frybread Factory, as they bring together food, culture, and a little bit of competition. DJ McCarter is a Cherokee speaker, elder, and a Baptist pastor. At Elm Tree Baptist Church he and his wife Frances work to serve their community and keep the Cherokee language alive through education and music. In our Cherokee Almanac, we learn about a mysterious group from our tribe's past. During the U.S. Civil War, with the Cherokee Nation divided over several issues, the Pin Indians fought a war within a war.

Episode 10

710

Sun, Apr 10, 2022

The Cherokee language is sacred to our people and unfortunately, it's endangered. Learn about a special book, created to recognize our first-language speakers, that is having a greater impact than ever imagined. Meet Zebadiah Nofire, a young Cherokee comedian setting the stage for Native comedy. He uses his love of Cherokee family, language and stories to keep us laughing. Whitney Roach is a Cherokee storyteller, a former Miss Cherokee and an emerging young leader. She shares with us her favorite Cherokee story about the Water Spider and how it brought the first fire. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the image of Sequoyah, a well-known and beloved figure in Cherokee history for bringing literacy to our people. But how much do we really know about him? We take a closer look at the portrait behind nearly every present-day image of Sequoyah.