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Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine

Minnesota Native News
Minnesota
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Ojibwe Language
Community Engagement
Indigenous Culture
Montessori Education
Minneapolis American Indian Center
Indigenous Association
Climate Change
Veterinary Care
Animal Welfare
Art
Dakota Language
Mental Health
White Earth Nation
Childcare
Native American Culture
Native American Art
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Native Lights

In Native Lights, people in Native communities around Mni Sota Mkoce - a.k.a. Minnesota - tell their stories about finding their gifts and sharing them with the community. These are stories of joy, strength, history, and change from Native people who are shaping the future and honoring those who came before them. Native Lights is also a weekly, half-hour radio program hosted by Mille Lacs Band of ... more

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Today, we're speaking with Aleyna Morales. Aleyna grew up in the Twin Cities and Somerset, Wisconsin. Aleyna's heritage includes Ojibwe from the Fond du Lac Band community and Mexican. She is the creator and baker behind Baked to Bliss by Laney. You ... more

We're excited today to speak with Adam Savariego. He's a citizen of the Upper Sioux Community and is the Native American Affairs Advisor with the Minnesota Governor's Office. Prior to his current work, Adam served on the Upper Sioux Board of Trustees... more

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Antony Stately to Native Lights. Antony Stately is a transformative leader dedicated to health equity in Indigenous communities. He's enrolled with the Oneida Nation, and he's a descendant of both the Red Lake and ... more

Today, we're excited to be joined by one of the most recognizable faces in Indigenous film. Gary Farmer is from the Cayuga Nation and has a long career in movies and TV, and he's a musician, performing with his group Gary Farmer & The Troublemakers. ... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Savariego
Citizen of the Upper Sioux Community; Native American Affairs Advisor with the Minnesota Governor's Office
Minnesota Governor's Office
Episode: Adam Savariego: The Power of Asking Questions
Antony Stately
Executive officer and president for the Native American Community Clinic in Minneapolis; Oneida Nation member with Ojibwe lineage
Native American Community Clinic
Episode: Dr. Antony Stately: Building Health Equity in Indigenous Communities
Gary Farmer
Indigenous actor and musician
Cayuga Nation; Gary Farmer and the Troublemakers
Episode: Gary Farmer: Living Life on Screen for 50 Years
Nikki Love
Executive Director of the Tiwahe Foundation
Tiwahe Foundation
Episode: Nikki Love (Pieratos): Keeping Relatives and Neighbors Safe in Uncertain Times
Robert Lilligren
CEO of the Native American Community Development Institute, citizen of the White Earth Nation
Native American Community Development Institute
Episode: Robert Lilligren: The Native Community Responds to Minneapolis ICE Operations
Victoria Marie
Founder and owner of Indigenous Lotus, a wellness program focused on helping people cope with stress and trauma
Indigenous Lotus
Episode: Victoria Marie: Learning to Surrender
Cole Redhorse Taylor
Multidisciplinary artist from the Prairie Island Indian Community
Prairie Island Indian Community
Episode: Cole Redhorse Taylor: Creating Contemporary Work Through Connection to Traditional Art Forms
Carl Gawboy
Prolific artist and member of the Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe
Episode: Carl Gawboy: Remembering the Fur Trade Through Art
Janis A. Fairbanks
Member of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, author of Sugar Bush Babies
Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Episode: Janis A. Fairbanks: Lessons Learned and Memories of Her Ojibwe Grandma

Hosts

Leah Lemm
Host of Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine; guides conversation and introduces guests.
Cole Premo
Host of Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine; co-host and guide conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Miigwetch

    Thanks for this uplifting podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoyAnung
    United States6 years ago
  • We want more

    Sad that there’s only a few episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Apayuk
    United States6 years ago

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Guest variety is appreciated for breadth of topics and perspectives.
Quality of conversations and empathy from hosts is frequently highlighted.
Requests for more episodes suggest strong engagement and demand.
Listeners feel uplifted and inspired by Indigenous voices.
Audience notes positive impact on understanding Indigenous issues and culture.

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Dr. Antony Stately: Building Health Equity in Indigenous Communities
Q: How do you get from point A to point B?
He credits significant mentors and a growing self-awareness developed in his late 20s, along with formal education, that helped redirect his path toward psychology, leadership, and community health.
David Amitrano: Witnessing
Q: What keeps you motivated then to keep going with this sort of work?
He is motivated by the positive stories from women who leave the shelter in a better place, as well as the excitement his wrestling events bring to families.
David Amitrano: Witnessing
Q: Can you tell me a bit about the first wrestling match you ever saw?
David recalls how he was mesmerized watching Andre the Giant when he was six years old.
David Amitrano: Witnessing
Q: So how about you tell me more about Midwest All-Star Wrestling then?
David discusses how he joined Midwest All-Star Wrestling after a successful fundraiser and describes the growth of the organization since then.
Robert Lilligren: The Native Community Responds to Minneapolis ICE Operations
Q: How are the youth doing during these turbulent times?
Young people are challenged and traumatized by recent events, particularly with ICE's actions impacting their schools and community.

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['Native lights amplifies Indigenous voices across Minnesota, highlighting stories of history, leadership, art, health, and community resilience from diverse Indigenous communities. Episodes repeatedly center sovereignty, cultural preservation, and real-world impact—from tribal governance and land returns to health equity, environmental stewardship, and creative expression. The show frequently features artists, educators, activists, and policymakers who blend traditional practices with modern initiatives, making it a compelling hub for listeners who want authentic Indigenous perspectives and actionable community insights.', 'A notable strength is the breadth of guest profiles—from government leaders and health advocates to visual artists an... more

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1. Adam Savariego
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4. Nikki Love
5. Robert Lilligren
6. Victoria Marie
7. Cole Redhorse Taylor
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