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Interactive, daily program featuring Native and Indigenous voices, insights, and stories from across the U.S. and around the world.

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Muslims around the world are marking the end of Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. It’s a time of prayer, fasting, and spiritual rejuvenation. Among those participating is a handful of Native Americans who have a unique relationship ... more

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Jamila Southwind
Muslim mother and former translator from Keeseekoose First Nation
Keeseekoose First Nation
Episode: Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Native American Muslims, a distinct minority, reflect on Ramadan and religious intolerance
Megan Kalk
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe citizen; Muslim
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Episode: Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Native American Muslims, a distinct minority, reflect on Ramadan and religious intolerance
José Barreiro
Journalist; Taíno; former editor for Akwesasne Notes; Smithsonian scholar emeritus
Smithsonian Institution; Akwesasne Notes
Episode: Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Native American Muslims, a distinct minority, reflect on Ramadan and religious intolerance
Raymond Matt
Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Citizen; Salish Kootenay descendant; convert to Islam eight years ago
Crow Creek Sioux Tribe
Episode: Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Native American Muslims, a distinct minority, reflect on Ramadan and religious intolerance
David Harper
CEO of Huurav Energy, Mojave from the Colorado River Indian Tribes
Huurav Energy
Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
Mycel Spotted Elk
Indigenous Affairs Reporter for Grist
Grist
Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
John Cyrus
Traditional territories advisor for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation
Colville Reservation
Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
John Lewis
Managing Director for Native American Energy at Avant Energy
Avant Energy
Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
Shaun Tsabetsaye
Head of Tribal Technical Assistance and Project Development for the Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy
Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going

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Sean Spruce
Host focusing on Indigenous affairs and cultural insights, engaging with a diverse range of guests to bring vital narratives to the forefront.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Getting close to US native czlture

    Thank you for giving me interesting insights to native American culture! Couldnt be closer to me, here in Europe. The only thing irritating me is that there are no perspectives from non-US indigenious groups, not even f.e. with a subject as lithium harvesting which has its hugest spot world wide in Chile and Bolivia. Why is America so oftenly supposed to be synonymous to US?

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    4
    ein längererspitzname
    Germany3 years ago
  • Excellent show

    I love this show! Such high quality content with great guests and hosts. Thought provoking and informative on important issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ana Thema
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent Source of Information

    As a White American, I am grateful for the opportunity to learn more about Native/Indigenous issues directly from the people themselves. This program format is welcoming and informative. Thank you for all the valuable content and straightforward journalism.

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    5
    XarifaBedford
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome & educational

    I listen to a few different Native podcasts, and this ranks right up there with “all my ancestors” - I love it! The flow is great, and the information provided is enlightening and helpful for my own education and conversations with others. Thank you very much for putting this together, my family looks forward to every new episode :)

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    5
    K. Vollmer
    United States5 years ago
  • It's Great!

    As a white, cisgendered woman in Ohio, I looked around for a Native American podcast to provide me with news and information about Native American people. When I found Native America Calling, I knew I found what I was looking for- it's a fabulous mix of everything you could want- politics, the news cycle, food, entertainment, etc. As it's a daily show and there are A LOT of back catologue to go through, I'm still really behind (March 2020) but I love it so far. I love that it's hosted by wome... more

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    S. Ankenbauer
    United States5 years ago

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The podcast has been described as a crucial resource for understanding Native issues, emphasizing its educational value and community impact.
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
Q: What is the role of Washington State and other states in supporting tribal energy projects now?
States are stepping in with targeted grants and studies, particularly to advance energy independence, upgrade infrastructure, and help tribes leverage existing tax credits while exploring new ownership of assets and utilities.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – States, philanthropy help keep tribal clean energy projects going
Q: To what extent do tribes need federal funding to start and maintain these energy projects?
Guests explain that federal funding is valuable but not the sole path; tribes must rethink energy planning, build financial literacy, and leverage state resources and philanthropic funds to sustain projects over decades.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 – Confronting a past of forced sterilization
Q: What prompted New Mexico to take up the issue of forced sterilization of Native women?
Elena Giacci explains that prior presentations revealed a gap in awareness, which led to collaboration with researchers and senators to establish a memorial and move toward legislative action.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 — Fighting to preserve hard-won gains in K-12 lessons about Native Americans
Q: What changes are being pursued to elevate Native Studies in Texas to TEEX-based status and broader statewide adoption?
The goal is to move from innovative to a TEEX-based standard, which would solidify adoption across districts and ensure long-term stability and consistent curriculum standards.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 — Fighting to preserve hard-won gains in K-12 lessons about Native Americans
Q: What does it mean that the Texas Native Studies course is considered innovative and elective?
The course is elective and designed to meet TEA standards through a rigorous suitability and approval process; it is not mandatory, but districts can adopt it with community input and board approvals.

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3. José Barreiro
4. Raymond Matt
5. David Harper
6. Mycel Spotted Elk
7. John Cyrus
8. John Lewis

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