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5 Plain Questions

5 Plain Questions
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Native American Art
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Season 2
Native American Artists
Native American and Indigenous Arts
Northern Plains
Deb Haaland
Voting Rights
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Indigenous Communities
Beyond the Art
Beyond the Design
Minnesota
Two-Spirit
Center For Native Futures
Covid-19
Ben West

5 Plain Questions is a podcast that proposes 5 general questions to Native American and Indigenous artists, creators, musicians, writers, movers and shakers, and culture bearers.

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Holly Doll, a distinguished artist and citizen of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, embodies the intersection of cultural heritage and contemporary artistic expression. Specializing in Lakota beadwork and quillwork, Holly's artistic journey commenced at... more

In this engaging conversation, Aiko Little shares their journey as a writer and actor, discussing their influences, career development, and the importance of creating opportunities for themself and others. They emphasizes the significance of pursuing... more

Penny Kagigebi, a queer 2-Spirit artist of White Earth Ojibwe heritage, has dedicated her life to the intersection of queer activism and cultural healing. In our conversation, we explore her commitment to preserving the endangered art forms of porcup... more

Suzan Shown Harjo, a distinguished advocate for Native American rights, has dedicated over six decades to the protection and advancement of Indigenous interests. As the president of The Morning Star Institute and a former executive director of promin... more

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Holly Doll
Artist specializing in Lakota beadwork and quillwork; program director for Ignite Rural; affiliated with Waterers and Arts Midwest
Waterers, Arts Midwest, Ignite Rural
Episode: Holly Doll
Aiko Little
Writer, actor, co-chair of Native American Indigenous Writers Committee
Writers Guild of America (Native American Indigenous Writers Committee)
Episode: Aiko Little
Penny Kagigebi
Crane Clan Ojibwe artist and Two-Spirit activist; organizer of Queering Indigeneity
White Earth Nation / Queering Indigeneity
Episode: 5 More Questions for Penny Kagigebi
Suzan Shown Harjo
Cheyenne citizen, Native rights advocate
Morningstar Institute; former executive director of NCAI and NARF
Episode: Suzan Shown Harjo Part 1
Frederick Edwards Jr.
distinguished creative director, teaching artist, and executive director of Umoja Inc
Umoja Inc
Episode: Frederick Edwards Jr.
Dr. Kate Beane
Executive Director of the Minnesota Museum of American Art; Dakota language advocate and scholar
Minnesota Museum of American Art
Episode: Dr. Kate Beane
Anna Johnson
Printmaker and muralist from Fargo, ND; Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indiands member
Self-employed artist, community advocate
Episode: 5 More Questions with Anna Johnson
Kowsar Mohamed
PhD candidate in Natural Resources Science and Management; Enterprise Director of Inclusion at Minnesota Management and Budget; founder of EcosystemX
EcosystemX; Minnesota Management and Budget; University of Minnesota
Episode: Kowsar Mohamed
Destina Gill
Founder and executive director of NIS'TO Incorporated; visual and digital storyteller; published poet
NIS'TO Incorporated
Episode: Dustina Gill

Host

Joe Williams
Host of 5 Plain Questions, Joe Williams engages guests with thoughtful inquiries, facilitating discussions that highlight Indigenous voices in the arts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • 12/27/23 Episode - Secretary of Interior Haaland

    Very nicely done episode, I enjoy your podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old SD Friend
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 Plain Questions

    5 Plain Questions is an excellent podcast. The host Joe Williams allows each person to answer a basic set of 5 questions each episode. I look forward to how each person answers in their own unique way. The vast amount of wisdom, art, and inspiration is awe inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vermillioncar
    United States3 years ago

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Audiences find the stories shared by artists to be inspiring and enlightening, often noting how the content resonates with their understanding of cultural identity.
Listeners appreciate the unique format of five pivotal questions that elicits deep and personal responses from guests.
The podcast is commended for highlighting Indigenous voices and providing a platform for meaningful discussions about art and culture.

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5 More Questions with Jeremy Red Eagle
Q: What is a way that you find you connect traditional teachings with today's youth, especially given screens and modern distractions?
He emphasizes engaging youth in hands-on settings, tailoring activities to their interests, and blending traditional protocols with modern contexts to foster critical thinking, self-discipline, and community-oriented problem solving.
5 More Questions with Jeremy Red Eagle
Q: And how do you see art as far as language and traditional practices working together to help not just your own craft, but community as well?
He explains that language and art are inseparable in his view; language carries the terms and knowledge for craft, while cultural practices and stories enrich the practice, guiding how communities reconnect and transmit skills to youth.
5 More Questions with Jeremy Red Eagle
Q: For our new listeners, would you be able to introduce yourself? Tell us a little bit about yourself, your background, and what it is that you do.
Jeremy describes his Dakota and Nakota heritage, his early experiences growing up across multiple communities, and his evolution into language revitalization, traditional arts, and youth mentorship, including his journey toward sobriety and committing to cultural teaching for future generations.
Billy Mills
Q: What was it like facing discrimination, and how did you cope as a couple?
Patricia describes the wedding discrimination and housing barriers, while Billy explains confronting systemic racism and turning those experiences into advocacy through Reading, education, and Running Strong.
Billy Mills
Q: How did your early influences shape who you are today?
Billy discusses his father's guidance and Lakota virtues shaping his resilience, while Patricia highlights how mentors and marriage helped navigate racism and build a path toward empowerment and philanthropy.

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This podcast features in-depth conversations with Native American and Indigenous artists, creators, and cultural figures, focusing on their artistic processes, personal stories, and the cultural significance of their work. Each episode typically revolves around five key questions, allowing guests to share their unique perspectives on their heritage, creative journeys, and the challenges they face. Topics often include cultural preservation, community engagement, and individual identity within the broader context of Indigenous art and storytelling. Notably, the format encourages a reflective dialogue that emphasizes both personal experiences and collective cultural narratives.

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5 Plain Questions launched 6 years ago and published 190 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on 5 Plain Questions include:

1. Holly Doll
2. Aiko Little
3. Penny Kagigebi
4. Suzan Shown Harjo
5. Frederick Edwards Jr.
6. Dr. Kate Beane
7. Anna Johnson
8. Kowsar Mohamed

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