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The Red Nation Podcast

The Red Nation
Palestine
Colonialism
Settler Colonialism
Indigenous Rights
Decolonization
American Indian Movement
Zionism
Indigenous Peoples
Leonard Peltier
Capitalism
Gaza
Standing Rock
Red Power Movement
Colonization
United States
Imperialism
Indigenous Resistance
Genocide
Indigenous Activism
Trump Administration

The Red Nation Podcast features discussions on Indigenous history, politics, and culture from a left perspective. Hosted by Nick Estes and Jen Marley with help from our friend and comrade Sina. The Red Nation Podcast is also the home of Red Power Hour, hosted by Melanie Yazzie and Elena Ortiz. Our show is entirely supported by our patrons on Patreon, support the show and get access to bonus conten... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle Paradis
Journalist and educator
Various outlets including APTN and The Globe and Mail
Episode: Doing Native journalism w/ Danielle Paradis
Jodi Byrd
Author and scholar, Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
Episode: RPH vs. Sinners (2025) w/ Jodi Byrd (Part 1)
August Nimtz
Professor, Cuba solidarity worker
University of Minnesota
Episode: The Cuban Revolution and U.S. Imperialism w/ August Nimtz
Isabella Lopez
Details provided asIssa; community protector/activist, Indigenous/Mexican background
Indigenous Protector Movement (IPM) / community organizer
Episode: RPH - ICE Out! Drop the Charges! An Interview with Isabel Lopez
Kim TallBear
Scholar and author on Indigenous identity and self-indigenization
University of Minnesota (American Indian Studies)
Episode: Holding Our Ground: Voices and Strategies Against Self-Indigenization w/ Kim TallBear
Kristen Cloud
Partner of Cloud, discussing in-depth case details
Red Nation/DFW left network
Episode: Red Power Hour - Solidarity with the Prairieland 19
Sina Rahmani
Host of The East is a Podcast
East is a Podcast
Episode: Decolonizing West Asia: The Ramadan War w/ Sina Rahmani
Oswaldo Zavala
Professor of Latin American Literature and Culture at CUNY, journalist, and author examining drug war rhetoric.
City University of New York
Episode: Drug Cartels do not exist w/Oswaldo Zavala and Alex Aviña
Charisse Burden-Stelly
Associate Professor of African American Studies at Wayne State, member of the Anti-Imperialist Scholars Collective
Wayne State University
Episode: The Imperial Slingshot w/ Charisse Burden-Stelly

Hosts

Nick Estes
Historian and co-host of the show with a focus on Indigenous history, anti-imperialism, and decolonization.
Melanie Yazzie
Co-host with a focus on Indigenous politics and solidarity movements; helps lead Red Power Hour segments.
Elena Ortiz
Co-host of Red Power Hour and contributor across episodes, with emphasis on community organizing and Indigenous perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • At the forefront of liberation

    Thank you and deep gratitude to the hosts/creators for this podcast as one of the most inspiring and revolutionary ones out there. The hosts are committed to collective liberation and all of that intentionality is reflected in the guest choices, topics, format, and content. Nick Estes and Melanie Yazzie are particularly skilled at storytelling, movement building, and what liberation can look like. The episodes covering ICE being in Minneapolis has been truly incredible and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sasha Glass
    United Statesa month ago
  • Another Settler for Land Back

    I've nothing if not boundless gratitude to Red Nation for offering their profound insight through stellar reporting sharing knowledge and solutions to overcoming the insatiable imperialism gripping the planet. Hearing your discourse gives me the fuel to continue holding space for others to rise, heal and return to community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    It’s not a Nickname
    United Statesa month ago
  • At the forefront of liberation

    Thank you and deep gratitude to the hosts/creators for this podcast as one of the most inspiring and revolutionary ones out there. The hosts are committed to collective liberation and all of that intentionality is reflected in the guest choices, topics, format, and content. Nick Estes and Melanie Yazzie are particularly skilled at storytelling, movement building, and what liberation can look like. The latest episode from on the ground in Minneapolis is awe-inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sasha Glass
    United States4 months ago
  • Wind River.

    I literally just watched this film over the weekend and I’ll admit it was “entertaining” for a film…as an accurate representation of native sisters and brothers it evokes felling of black exploitation films- our faces but not our voices…our voice as a diverse people is hushed while stereotypes are amplified. Something never sat right with me about the film: why was JR the to go to and not the GG as the sworn officer of the law?; his daughter’s death was caused by a serial offender (s) yet no on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @safarihippy
    United States5 months ago
  • Ridiculous

    I wish I could give the podcast a -100. Nothing but anger and unintelligent dribble. I don’t understand how someone spews that much hate and continues to stay in America and live. Don’t waste your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PSRhonda
    United States8 months ago

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There are criticisms from some listeners labeling the content as highly partisan or polarizing, yet many find the in-depth host-guest conversations valuable and enriching.
Listeners often mention the on-ground reporting and solidarity across movements (Indigenous, Palestinian, and global justice) as a standout feature.
The show is celebrated for its commitment to collective liberation and movement-building, with hosts praised for storytelling and accessible, grounded analysis.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Doing Native journalism w/ Danielle Paradis
Q: How do Indigenous journalists balance writing for non-Native audiences with serving Indigenous communities?
Paradis emphasizes authenticity, accountability to community, and the necessity of telling Indigenous stories from within rather than pandering to external audiences; Indigenous journalism requires a grounded ethic of care and reflexive practice.
Doing Native journalism w/ Danielle Paradis
Q: How did you get into journalism, and what shaped your focus on Indigenous stories?
Paradis explains starting in blog days, transitioning from earth sciences to history and journalism, and being drawn to longer narrative nonfiction and Indigenous issues as central through Truth and Reconciliation-era storytelling.
Doing Native journalism w/ Danielle Paradis
Q: Would you like to just introduce yourself?
Danielle Paradis introduces herself, outlining her Métis identity, residence in Alberta, and 15 years of journalism across various outlets, including work on climate reporting and Indigenous stories.
RPH - ICE Out! Drop the Charges! An Interview with Isabel Lopez
Q: What can listeners do to support you and others facing charges?
Listeners are encouraged to sign petitions, donate to legal and mobilization funds, attend or watch the press conference on April 27, and participate in the June 6 rally; the emphasis is on concrete actions that sustain the community and pressure authorities to drop charges.
RPH - ICE Out! Drop the Charges! An Interview with Isabel Lopez
Q: What do you think about media coverage and its impact on the movement?
The guest and host discuss how media framing can weaponize narrative to criminalize protesters, and stress the importance of community-based storytelling that reflects the diversity and complexity of Indigenous and immigrant identities, rather than reducing people to stereotypes.

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The show centers Indigenous history, politics, and culture from a left-aligned perspective, frequently pairing historical analysis with urgent contemporary activism. Across episodes, core threads include decolonization, anti-imperialism, Indigenous sovereignty, and solidarity with global movements. Guests range from historians and scholars to community organizers and Indigenous leaders, often addressing U.S. state power, settler colonialism, and grassroots resilience. A notable strength is the ability to connect rigorous historical context with on-the-ground organizing, making it a compelling listen for listeners interested in critical perspectives on power, justice, and Indigenous futures.

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2. Jodi Byrd
3. August Nimtz
4. Isabella Lopez
5. Kim TallBear
6. Kristen Cloud
7. Sina Rahmani
8. Oswaldo Zavala

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