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In this podcast we explore the concept of fire as a tool for ecological health and cultural empowerment by indigenous people around the globe. Good Fire is a term used to describe fire that is lit intentionally to achieve specific ecological and cultural goals. Good fire is about balance.

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Good Fire Podcast by Amy Cardinal Christianson and Matthew KristoffStories of Indigenous fire stewardship, cultural and social empowerment, and environmental integrityFire In Our DNA with Elizabeth Azzuz and Margo RobbinsEpisode highlightIn this epis... more

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The Power of Fire and Memory with Lisa Shepherd and Paul Courtoreille Episode highlightIn this episode, Lisa Shepherd and Paul Courtoreille share personal memories and cultural insights into fire’s role within Métis traditions. From childhood experie... more

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Good Fire Podcast by Amy Cardinal Christianson and Matthew KristoffStories of Indigenous fire stewardship, cultural and social empowerment and environmental integritySurvivorship into Thrivorship with Ryan ReedEpisode highlightIn this episode, Ryan R... more

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Good Fire Podcast by Amy Cardinal Christianson and Matthew KristoffStories of Indigenous fire stewardship, cultural and social empowerment and environmental integrityIndigenous Wisdom in Climate Care with Rachael Cavanagh and Melinda AdamsEpisode hig... more

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Elizabeth Azzuz
Yurok tribal member and fire steward
Cultural Fire Management Council
Episode: Fire In Our DNA with Elizabeth Azzuz and Margo Robbins
Margo Robbins
Kiechnak Executive Director for the Cultural Fire Management Council
Cultural Fire Management Council
Episode: Fire In Our DNA with Elizabeth Azzuz and Margo Robbins
Ryan Reed
Kaduk Hupon, Yurok from Northern California, co-founder and program director of FireGeneration Collaborative, and a former wildland firefighter.
Episode: Survivorship into Thrivorship with Ryan Reed
Dr. Alex Zahara
Non-Indigenous researcher focused on Indigenous fire stewardship
Canadian Forest Service
Episode: Accomplices: Special Episode with Alex Zahara
Tiffany Joseph
Indigenous fire steward and cultural worker, focusing on ecological health and community empowerment
Indigenous Fire Circle with Parks Canada
Episode: Existence Is Resistance with Tiffany Joseph
Vanessa Luna-Celino
Recent PhD graduate focusing on community-based fire management in the Peruvian Andes.
University of Florida
Episode: The Social Dynamics of Fire Management with Vanessa Luna-Celino
Jessica Angel
Cultural fire practitioner, Indigenous trans woman
Chinook Indian Nation
Episode: We Are Fire People with Jessica Angel

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Amy Cardinal Christensen
Host and co-creator, focusing on Indigenous fire practices and cultural empowerment.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Wonderful and educational!

    I recently discovered this podcast through and episode’s of „Ologies“.

    As someone who has loved and been fascinated by fire my whole life it‘s been so refreshing to learn about fire practices of the indigenous people directly from them. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nonickname becauseallaretaken
    Switzerland4 months ago
  • Fascinating and Educational

    One of the best educational podcasts I’ve ever come across! Wish I had heard about it sooner. I grew up in Brazil where I witnessed a lot of cultural burning and I remembered my mom telling me about “preventing fire with fire,” and how amazing it is that so many different cultures around the world have the same practice of good fire, for millennia, to prevent the massive fuel storage that cause catastrophic fires.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daxthebaussie
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great topical stuff

    Well researched and presented on a very engaging topic for all Canadians

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nugentm
    Canada3 years ago
  • Essential Fire Knowledge

    These interviews contain fire knowledge that is essential to transforming 21st century norms of living with fire - and to recognizing the basic land rights and land-care-brilliance of Indigenous communities around the world. Settler-colonial fire management based on economies of timber extraction and profit have normalized cultures of alienation from our landscapes. Fire has been suppressed in land communities that are actually adapted to millennia of Indigenous burning. The knowledges and stori... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    judee14
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Thank you for creating this podcast! Informative, educational and inspirational. So interesting to hear the similarities between indigenous cultures in different continents and their use of fire.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bendigogal
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Highly recommended for those interested in Indigenous fire practices and ecological restoration.
Engaging discussions that connect personal narratives to larger ecological and cultural issues.
Offers unmatched insights into Indigenous stewardship that challenge mainstream fire management practices.
Informative and inspiring, highlighting the significance of cultural burning.

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Survivorship into Thrivorship with Ryan Reed
Q: What got you interested in fire?
Ryan describes his upbringing immersed in cultural practices related to fire, the ceremonial significance of fire, and his experiences as a wildland firefighter.
Indigenous Wisdom in Climate Care with Rachael Cavanagh and Melinda Adams
Q: What is it like to be a mom in the space of Indigenous fire stewardship?
Both Rachael and Melinda share their experiences of balancing motherhood with their work in cultural fire stewardship, emphasizing the importance of involving their children in fire practices and the challenge of navigating traditional and modern lifestyles.
Accomplices: Special Episode with Alex Zahara
Q: How do concepts of allyship and accomplices differ in the context of Indigenous communities?
The distinction lies in the depth of commitment, where allies may support passively, while accomplices actively challenge systems of oppression and share authority.
Accomplices: Special Episode with Alex Zahara
Q: What does it mean to be an accomplice in supporting Indigenous fire stewardship?
An accomplice is someone willing to cede power and authority to support Indigenous initiatives, prioritizing community needs and historical context over personal advantage.
We Are Fire People with Jessica Angel
Q: How did you get into fire?
Jessica credits her grandmother for instilling a passion for fire in her and discusses her journey into prescribed fire training and igniting fires as part of Indigenous practices.

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Focused on the transformative role of fire within Indigenous cultures, the episodes explore the intersections of ecological health and cultural empowerment. A consistent theme throughout the discussions is the importance of intentional fire practices for ecological restoration and community healing. Features include personal stories, diverse Indigenous perspectives, and an emphasis on revitalizing traditional fire stewardship practices. The podcast stands out by providing a platform for Indigenous voices, showcasing unique cultural insights while addressing contemporary challenges related to land management and cultural identity.

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1. Ologies with Alie Ward
2. Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't
3. This American Life
4. Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!
5. Radiolab

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Good Fire launched 6 years ago and published 33 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 Good Fire include:

1. Elizabeth Azzuz
2. Margo Robbins
3. Ryan Reed
4. Dr. Alex Zahara
5. Tiffany Joseph
6. Vanessa Luna-Celino
7. Jessica Angel

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