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Siyo from the Rez

Cherokee Nation
Cherokee Nation
Cherokee Language
Community Engagement
Cherokee Culture
Cultural Preservation
Powwow
Storytelling
Cherokee Art
Fancy Dance
Social Media
Cherokee Clothing
Cherokee Freedmen
How To Train Your Dragon
Baseball
Teardresses
Cultural Heritage
Cherokee Language Preservation
Covid-19
Housing
Tiktok

Siyo from the Rez! This is the official podcast from the Cherokee Nation, and we're broadcasting from our tribal headquarters in Tahlequah. Each episode, we’ll be talking with Cherokee citizens who are working hard to preserve and revitalize our culture and who are making a difference in our communities.

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Latest Episodes

💬 Siyo! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text! (Make sure you include your name and contact information.)

What does it take to create a thriving Cherokee-owned business? This month, we sit down with Deputy Secretary of State Canaan Duncan and ... more

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💬 Siyo! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text! (Make sure you include your name and contact information.)

Siyo from the Rez is back for Season 2! In our premiere episode, we sit down with Oscar Hokeah, who drew from his Cherokee and Kiowa upbr... more

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We’re closing out the first season of Siyo from the Rez with an extra special guest: Cherokee National Treasure and host of “Cherokee Voi... more

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Keli Gonzales makes audacious art. It's bold. It's modern. It's rooted in Cherokee culture, but it doesn't shy away from her pop culture ... more

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Recent Guests

Dillin Springwater
Cherokee entrepreneur
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Episode: 17: Cherokee Nation’s Opportunity Zones Program and How It Supports Entrepreneurs
Oscar Hokeah
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Episode: 16: Oscar Hokeah: Bringing Authentic Native Stories to the Page
Keli Gonzales
Cherokee artist known for her vibrant colors and pop art with a native twist.
Episode: 14: Keli Gonzales | Redefining Cherokee Art with Modern Culture, Color, Creativity
Rob Daugherty
Cherokee baseball historian and author of 'Native American Major Leaguers.'
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Episode: 13: Rob Daugherty | The Untold Native History of Major League Baseball
Ethan Winn
Audio engineer and voice of Snotlout in the Cherokee dubbing of How to Train Your Dragon.
Episode: 12: Bringing “How to Train Your Dragon” to the Rez
Hondo Kirk
Voice of Hiccup in the Cherokee dubbing of How to Train Your Dragon.
Episode: 12: Bringing “How to Train Your Dragon” to the Rez
Feather Smith
Cherokee Nation's Ethnobiology Manager, oversees the Seed Bank and Heirloom Garden.
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Episode: 11: Feather Smith | Caring for Our Heirloom Seeds
Robert Lewis
Cherokee National Treasure known for his storytelling
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Episode: 9: Robert Lewis | Bringing Cherokee Stories to Life
Melissa Payne
Freedmen Community Advisor
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Episode: 8: Cherokee Freedmen: History, Equality and What the Future Holds

Hosts

Kenlea & Kinley Keys & Colton Branstetter & Colton Brandcenter
Natives involved in Siyo from the Rez and Cherokee Nation podcasts; multiple roles including hosts and co-hosts across episodes.
Colton Branstetter
Co-hosts with deep involvement in Cherokee Nation media and programming.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Great Vibes

    Reconnecting w/ my culture and love hearing from such creative & friendly people…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Patrick
    United States3 months ago
  • Siyo & Wado!

    Wado for creating this podcast! I look forward to new episodes being released. I’ve enjoyed this season. Hopefully there are many more to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Game reviewer 10789
    United States4 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ᎤᎩᏓᎵ
    United Statesa year ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    I love this show! Their guests have been fantastic so far, the hosts do a great job, I hope it keeps going for a long time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lindsay_L
    United Statesa year ago
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    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are described as knowledgeable, approachable, and culturally enriching.
The show is seen as a valuable learning resource about Cherokee culture and community initiatives.
Listeners appreciate authentic Cherokee voices and practical program details.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

15: Dennis Sixkiller | Broadcasting the Cherokee Language Across the Airwaves
Q: So you just kind of happened into it. You didn't come into this thinking you were going to be a radio star.
I'm still not. Just a host.
15: Dennis Sixkiller | Broadcasting the Cherokee Language Across the Airwaves
Q: So how was it being brought up there in Jay and with all your siblings and being a speaker with Cherokee speaking family?
It was good because I always spoke at home with Cherokee. We didn't speak any English that I remember.
13: Rob Daugherty | The Untold Native History of Major League Baseball
Q: What's the rarest or hardest to find card that you've ever tracked down?
An Edward McBee card, a Choctaw player from 1926, which I still cannot find.
13: Rob Daugherty | The Untold Native History of Major League Baseball
Q: What do you think that today's Cherokee athletes could learn from these early Native players?
To take more pride in being Native.
13: Rob Daugherty | The Untold Native History of Major League Baseball
Q: What was the reason you wanted to write a book?
Being prompted by family and friends and to reach baseball fans who may not know the story of Native American players.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Siyo from the Rez

What is Siyo from the Rez about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features Cherokee Nation citizens and guests who are advancing cultural preservation, language revival, and community development. Episodes regularly explore tribal initiatives, storytelling, traditional arts, language immersion, and local entrepreneurship, often anchored by personal journeys and practical program details. A standout pattern is the mix of government-facing topics (policy, funding, housing) with intimate, culture-forward conversations (art, language, history) that highlight impact at the community level. The show tends to attract listeners who value culture, civic engagement, and actionable insights for Indigenous economic and cultural initiatives. A notable strength is its clear focus on real-world programs (Op... more

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1. Dillin Springwater
2. Oscar Hokeah
3. Keli Gonzales
4. Rob Daugherty
5. Ethan Winn
6. Hondo Kirk
7. Feather Smith
8. Robert Lewis

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