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2 Crees in a Pod

2 Crees in a Pod

By Terri Suntjens

2 Crees in a Pod, unapologetically creates space for Indigenous resurgence. Our intention is to disrupt western colonial systems and honor Indigenous helping practices.
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Ceremony with Dr. Leona Makokis

2 Crees in a PodNov 09, 2020

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Connecting through stories with Leanne Goose and Dennis Allen

Connecting through stories with Leanne Goose and Dennis Allen

In this conversation, we hear about space, place and music in the North. In sharing their familial relationships we hear about stories of love, culture and community.
Mar 25, 202436:37
Tradition vs Inclusion discussion with human rights lawyer Roger Wah Shee

Tradition vs Inclusion discussion with human rights lawyer Roger Wah Shee

2 Crees in a Pod invites Tłı̨chǫ Dene lawyer Roger Wah Shee to discuss human rights and Section 25 in relation to inclusion, tradition and rights.
Mar 17, 202435:51
Reconnection is key with Nika Silverfox-Young & Debbie Silverfox

Reconnection is key with Nika Silverfox-Young & Debbie Silverfox

In this mini series of “Stories from the North” we had the pleasure of sharing space with Nika and her mother Debbie. This conversation explores stories of love, land, language, reconnection and advocacy.
Mar 13, 202425:34
Truth & Tea with Nina Wilson and Deanna Ledoux

Truth & Tea with Nina Wilson and Deanna Ledoux

Join us in this conversation over tea, talking about work in difficult systems, truth, advocacy and love for one another.
Jan 20, 202445:54
Laughing Beavers with Dr.Lana Whiskeyjack and Alsena White

Laughing Beavers with Dr.Lana Whiskeyjack and Alsena White

Join us as we share intimate stories of love and friendship. Through laughter we engage in healing and learning.
Nov 11, 202343:59
Indigenous business with Mallory Yawnghwe

Indigenous business with Mallory Yawnghwe

Mallory joins 2 Crees in a Pod to share her journey from the under the bleachers of Kehewin pow-wow to her very successful business “Indigenous Box”.
Oct 21, 202341:48
From bush to boushhheee with Tammy Rae

From bush to boushhheee with Tammy Rae

2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Tammy Rae in this episode, that explores her love for her family, her language and music. Tammy is a educator and artist who has a passion to share her gifts with others.
Oct 06, 202342:17
“I met her on the pow wow trail” a Indigenous love story with TJ Gadwa and Emery Assiniboine

“I met her on the pow wow trail” a Indigenous love story with TJ Gadwa and Emery Assiniboine

2 Crees in a Pod share a conversation with same gendered couple TJ & Emery on love, parenting and patience.
Jun 19, 202344:54
Searching for our relatives with Dr. Kisha Supernant

Searching for our relatives with Dr. Kisha Supernant

2 Crees in Pods invites Kisha into a conversation to discuss her work with the search for unmarked graves at Indian Residential Schools. We explored how this spirit work invites us to find ourselves and mourn collectively through this process.
Apr 24, 202301:34:34
Indigenous Love #2 with Terri & Amber

Indigenous Love #2 with Terri & Amber

Join 2 Crees in a Pod as we continue our conversation about Indigenous Love.
Feb 15, 202348:37
Unethically Taking Space with Joel Cardinal & Mylan Tootoosis

Unethically Taking Space with Joel Cardinal & Mylan Tootoosis

Join 2 Crees in a Pod with Joel Cardinal and Mylan Tootoosis as we discuss Pretendians.

We acknowledged our uncomfortableness as Indigenous people working in post secondary institutions discussing pretendians, however we recognize the importance to continue having these difficult conversations. Reconciliation is sexy and everyone wants a piece so how do we navigate systems where people are unethically taking space.
Dec 12, 202259:41
The Spirit of the language, research and TANTE with Dr. Leona Makokis and Dr. Noella Steinhauer

The Spirit of the language, research and TANTE with Dr. Leona Makokis and Dr. Noella Steinhauer

2 Crees in a pod loved this conversation with our relatives that speaks to the spirit and knowledge in our nehiyawewin. The teachings shared remind us to be good human beings and that Indigenous languages has everything we need and seek.
Oct 24, 202254:54
Bedtime stories about LOVE with Amber and Terri

Bedtime stories about LOVE with Amber and Terri

In this episode, Amber and Terri share things you may not know about them, stories of Indigenous love language and love for one another.
Sep 19, 202244:55
3 Crees in a Pod with guest host Dr. Raven Sinclair

3 Crees in a Pod with guest host Dr. Raven Sinclair

For the 1st time the roles have changed and Terri & Amber are interviewed on their podcast. Dr. Raven Sinclair joins us as a guest host as we share stories of family, grief, well being and our adventures.
Sep 02, 202201:00:35
Normalizing nehiyaw education with Ben Steinhauer

Normalizing nehiyaw education with Ben Steinhauer

2 Crees in a Pod explores a deep conversation about Indigenous knowledge and how this way of life and learning is critical for Indigenous people today.
Apr 16, 202246:32
Journey to Leadership with Aly Bear

Journey to Leadership with Aly Bear

This inspiring episode shares Aly’s journey into leadership and reminds our listeners of the Indigenous knowledge we hold in our communities and families.
Dec 14, 202136:10
The medicine we carry with Priscilla McGilvery

The medicine we carry with Priscilla McGilvery

This episode reminds us of the medicine we carry when dealing with grief and loss.
Nov 08, 202101:01:08
Trauma-informed Lawyer - Myrna McCallum

Trauma-informed Lawyer - Myrna McCallum

2 Crees in a Pod is back with Metis-Cree lawyer, Myrna, to discuss the importance of trauma informed practice.
Sep 04, 202143:52
F@$k Colonialism with Justin Louis

F@$k Colonialism with Justin Louis

2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Justin Louis, cofounder of Section35 clothing. This raw conversation dived into some important topics that explores creative decolonial expression.
Jun 13, 202131:32
F@€k White Supremacy with Roberta Shephard

F@€k White Supremacy with Roberta Shephard

Join us for a raw conversation with Roberta Shephard about racism, discrimination and white supremacy.
May 02, 202144:25
sakihitowin with Marissa and Patrick Mitsuing

sakihitowin with Marissa and Patrick Mitsuing

2 Crees in a Pod share a beautiful conversation with Marissa and Patrick about relationships, hardships, growth and goals!
Apr 25, 202144:27
Remaining rooted with Noella and Patricia Steinhauer

Remaining rooted with Noella and Patricia Steinhauer

2 Crees in a Pod wraps up Season 3 with sisters and educators, Noella & Patricia Steinhauer. Be sure not to miss this episode!
Apr 19, 202149:17
Indigenous co-parenting with Amber Dion & Shaunte Fryingpan

Indigenous co-parenting with Amber Dion & Shaunte Fryingpan

2 Crees in a Pod talks, laughs and crys with Shaunte about co-parenting and blended families.
Mar 28, 202139:55
Light Finding with Aaron Paquette

Light Finding with Aaron Paquette

2 Crees in a Pod shares a meaningful conversation with Aaron Paquette that explores his stories, art and his journey to politics.
Mar 22, 202145:50
We Are Always In Relationship with Dr. Michael Hart

We Are Always In Relationship with Dr. Michael Hart

2 Crees in a Pod explores spirit in education with Dr. Hart in a meaningful dialogue that reminds us that as Indigenous people we have a lot to offer and always have.
Feb 21, 202141:28
Embracing my two-spirit journey with Prestin Thotin-awasis

Embracing my two-spirit journey with Prestin Thotin-awasis

2 Crees in a Pod shares a heartfelt conversation with Prestin Thotin-awasis that speaks to the challenges and beauty of embracing his two-spirit identity.
Feb 14, 202143:31
Finding community with Dr. Dwayne Donald

Finding community with Dr. Dwayne Donald

In this episode we listened to Dwayne share his own journey in understanding his loss from community (descendant of Papaschase) then rediscovering his connections in community and culture.
Feb 07, 202133:56
wîwîp’son – the Healing Swing with Dr. Darlene Auger

wîwîp’son – the Healing Swing with Dr. Darlene Auger

In this episode we sit with Darlene Auger as she shares with us her work with wîwîp’son, a healing swing for youth and adults.
Jan 31, 202131:39
Research ourselves back to life with Dr. Sherri Chisan

Research ourselves back to life with Dr. Sherri Chisan

Join us in a passionate conversation about research and education for Indigenous peoples.
Jan 25, 202143:12
Eeeeeee with Joel Wood

Eeeeeee with Joel Wood

2 Crees in a Pod is joined by Joel Wood who has been singing most of his life and is part of the Northern Cree Drum family. He shares with our listeners song and teachings that have been passed along to him.
Jan 20, 202133:24
Sharing good medicine with George Desjarlais

Sharing good medicine with George Desjarlais

On today’s episode we are honoured to have George Desjarlais from Frog Lake Cree Nation join us to share with us and our listeners his own stories and teachings.
Nov 30, 202050:08
The Love of Song with Fawn Wood

The Love of Song with Fawn Wood

2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have to Fawn Wood share with us her own stories and work she has been doing for the love of song and our people.
Nov 23, 202032:52
Ceremony in Post Secondary Education with Roxanne Tootoosis

Ceremony in Post Secondary Education with Roxanne Tootoosis

2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have Roxanne Tootoosis join us to share about the importance of culture and ceremony in Post Secondary education.
Nov 16, 202038:50
Ceremony with Dr. Leona Makokis

Ceremony with Dr. Leona Makokis

In our first episode of Season 3 we sit down with Dr.Makokis to listen to her share her teachings and stories about how ceremony impacted her life.
Nov 09, 202038:19
Language Importance with Wayne Jackson

Language Importance with Wayne Jackson

In this bonus episode we discuss the state of Indigenous languages in Alberta and the importance of the revitalization of nehiyawewin.
Nov 01, 202024:48
nikamowin with the Gadwa Family

nikamowin with the Gadwa Family

2 Crees in a Pod is honoured to have the Gadwa family join us in this episode. They will share with our listeners stories of the drum and songs.
Oct 26, 202057:45
Indigenous love with Amber Dion and Terri Suntjens

Indigenous love with Amber Dion and Terri Suntjens

In this episode Amber and Terri discuss Indigenous relationships and explore intimate partner relationship stories.
Oct 18, 202047:10
2 Cree Moose in the Bush with Greyeagle Cardinal & Lyndon Suntjens

2 Cree Moose in the Bush with Greyeagle Cardinal & Lyndon Suntjens

This bonus episode was recorded in the bush with two hunters who shared with our listeners their own personal stories of hunting. We managed to add in a cow moose call, a round dance song and a grunt into this episode.
Oct 11, 202023:53
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) with Gladys Radek

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) with Gladys Radek

2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Gladys Radek, who advocated for the National Public Inquiry for MMIWG. She is auntie to Tamara Lynn Chipman, who disappeared from Prince Rupert, BC, aka, the Highway of Tears in northern British Columbia. She vanished September 21, 2005 and remains missing today.
Oct 05, 202029:12
Q & A Fun with Amber Dion and Terri Suntjens

Q & A Fun with Amber Dion and Terri Suntjens

In this episode the hosts of 2 Crees in a Pod enjoy a Q & A with one another that shares some personal stories and laughs with our listeners.
Sep 27, 202046:19
Last of a Dying Breed with Nataanii Means

Last of a Dying Breed with Nataanii Means

2 Crees in a Pod talks with Nataanii Means about moving off the Rez, music, generational fear and breaking cycles.
Sep 20, 202046:06
Gifts from our Grandmothers with Clarice Anderson and Dao Nguyen

Gifts from our Grandmothers with Clarice Anderson and Dao Nguyen

In this episode we sit down with two educators in leadership who share their journeys and how it’s all connected.
Sep 14, 202053:54
Finding Hope and Purpose with Jose Arellano

Finding Hope and Purpose with Jose Arellano

In this episode on 2 Crees in a Pod, Jose shares his own story of finding hope and purpose after being incarcerated for many years and being involved in gangs. He is now the Director of Case Management and Navigation with Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles.

Sep 06, 202047:55
Indigenous Mothering with Nadia Houle

Indigenous Mothering with Nadia Houle

In this episode Nadia shares stories that have influenced her life and talks about her role as an Indigenous birth worker and health activist within our communities.
Aug 30, 202036:51
Our Responsibility in Honouring our Ancestors with Chris Scribe

Our Responsibility in Honouring our Ancestors with Chris Scribe

This episode discusses our responsibility in disrupting systems that are harmful. Chris shares his story of why he became teacher and how that has influenced his work with Think Indigenous.
Aug 23, 202055:34
Fatherhood is Sacred with Grant Bruno

Fatherhood is Sacred with Grant Bruno

2 Crees in a Pod talks to Grant Bruno about his research with Cree fathers and his own journey with mental health. His resilience challenges the barriers our men face daily in our communities.
Aug 17, 202037:07
ahkameyimok with Ashley Albert-Hunter

ahkameyimok with Ashley Albert-Hunter

In this episode with a young Cree mom, we hear her stories and journey with cancer. Ashley worked her way through western medical practices, soul searching and finding her way to Indigenous ceremony to begin healing.
Aug 10, 202048:54
60’s Scoop with Colleen Hele-Cardinal

60’s Scoop with Colleen Hele-Cardinal

Colleen is the author of ‘Raised Somewhere Else”, a book that shares her incredible story of being a 60’s scoop adoptee and going home. 2 Crees in a Pod loved this conversation that shares a valuable resource that connects adoptees through a geographic information mapping (GIS) platform called “In Our Own Words: Mapping the 60s Scoop Survivor Diaspora”.
Jul 27, 202029:13
Restorative Practices with Andre Bear

Restorative Practices with Andre Bear

2 Crees in a Pod shares a conversation with Andre Bear to discuss restorative justice. Taking us through his own stories, we get a glimpse of some important teachings that remind us of the important changes that are needed in this country.
Jul 18, 202037:02
Indigenous Social Work and Laughter with Dr. Raven Sinclair

Indigenous Social Work and Laughter with Dr. Raven Sinclair

2 Crees in a Pod explores Indigenous social work with Dr. Sinclair. We enjoyed this conversation filled with laughter and meaningful dialogue.
Jul 13, 202052:01