2 Crees in a Pod
By Terri Cardinal & Amber Dion
2 Crees in a Pod, unapologetically creates space for Indigenous resurgence and stories. Honoring Indigenous helping practices and education.
2 Crees in a PodOct 21, 2023
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Indigenous Science with Dr. Kori Czuy
In this episode we discuss the differences between western/global science and Indigenous knowledges in science. Check out Kori’s podcast called Ancestral Science Podcast for additional resources!
Mar 19, 202533:10
Gar Slaps with Scott Wabano and Kairyn Potts
Real life conversation and laughs with The Real Rank Podcast hosts Kairyn Potts and Scott Wabano!
Feb 23, 202552:12
Identity and Indigenous spaces with Dr. Celeste Pedri-Spade
We dive into conversation about identity and who are assuming roles in Indigenous spaces. Celeste talks about descendians, ethics and community relationships in this episode you don’t want to miss!
Feb 06, 202539:06
Academia, Fatherhood, and Neurodiversity with Dr. Grant Bruno
In this episode we talk to Dr. Bruno about his experiences and research in academia and fatherhood. He shares with us the importance of his work and purpose as a father to two boys with autism and how they are truly a gift.
Jan 23, 202548:60
Call it like it is…ongoing colonial violence on Indigenous Knowledge with Dr.Rebecca Sockbeson
2 Crees in a Pod sits with Dr.Rebecca Sockbeson to discuss racism and the impacts to Indigenous Knowledge and communities. Wrapped in love and respect, this episode explores stories that honour and acknowledge late Elder Francis Alexis.
Nov 19, 202456:53
Protecting Indigenous Knowledge with Kyle Napier
2 Crees in a Pod sits down with Kyle to discuss the protection of Indigenous Knowledge and what Indigenous communities should consider in data sovereignty.
Nov 01, 202430:24
Siberian (Sakha) Indigenous Research with Dr. Jen Sidorova
2 Crees in a Pod welcomes Dr. Jen Sidorova to engage in a conversation in her research as a Siberian Indigenous scholar in this episode.
Jun 01, 202436:53
Binaries are a colonial construct with Jouvnas Bruun Arnesen & Zakary Michel-Myers
2 Crees in a Pod brings together Jouvnas and Zakary to share their stories and work they do in the community in creating safe spaces.
Apr 09, 202435:05
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Join us in a passionate conversation about research and education for Indigenous peoples.
Jan 25, 202143:12
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Cardinal
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
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
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
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
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
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