Sne'waylh Podcast
Latest episodes of the podcast Sne'waylh Podcast
- We’re joined by Jelena Bighorn from the Lakota and Bear Sam of the Coast Salish. Jelena speaks about her work in education and its connection to the Baha’i teachings. Bear tells us about his upcoming work on restoration of the totem pole for Dorthy Francis.
- Speaking with Gillian Thomson from the indie-pop duo, Sister Says. Gillian speaks with Sne'waylh about her Haida-Tsimshian background and how it influences her music.
- Charlene Vickers, First Nations Artist, joins Gunargie, Woody, Sarvenaz and Cyrus.
- Dorothy Maquabeak Francis’ granddaughter, Wendy Bonazew, shares stories with us on the anniversary of her passing in 1990. Dorothy Francis was a singer, dancer, storyteller and educator from the Salteau First Nation. She founded the first Aboriginal Friendship Centre, was the recipient of the order of Canada and elected chair of the National Arts and Crafts Advisory Committee for Canada. Dorothy Francis was also a member of the Baha'i Faith. Her work was exhibited in the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto and hosted a weekly Native cultural program on Canada’s national radio network.
- Welcoming Jelena Bighorn on our program to discuss First Nations and Baha’i governance and their stark contrast to the politics of our wider community.
- Discussion with Dr. Lee Brown on his First Nations background, stories of Black Elk and his Baha’i Faith. We’re also welcoming back Woody Morrison alongside Gunargie, Sarvenaz and Cyrus.
- Discussing First Nations culture and oppression, the plight of Baha’is in Iran and the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program.
- Discussing Beau Dick, Ridvan and the connection between Baha’is and First Nations with Cyrus and Sarvenaz.