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So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities?
Citizen Better follows KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities?
Citizen Better follows KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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Citizen Better
So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities?
Citizen Better will follow KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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Welcome back to Sovereign Innovations with your host, Cheyenne Bearfoot!
In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of Indigenous knowledge and storytelling. Have you ever wondered why January 1st marks the New Year? What if I told you that Indigenous peoples had their own unique calendars?
Join us as we explore how the Navajo, Mayan, and Laguna Pueblo calendars are intricately tied to the cycles of nature and community needs. Discover the ancient art of petroglyphs and how these 'stone stories' serve as scientific markers and cultural narratives passed down through generations.
Meet Kurly Tlapoyawa, a scholar and archaeologist, sharing his insights on the profound connection between petroglyphs, pictographs, and Indigenous storytelling. He’ll explain how these symbols go beyond mere art, offering precise mappings and astronomical observations.
From the Petroglyph National Monument to the White Shaman Cave in Texas, we reveal how Native ancestors captured and conveyed their vast knowledge of the earth and sky. Let's celebrate the wisdom and innovation of Indigenous peoples and see how their stories continue to shape our understanding of the world.
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So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities? Citizen Better will follow KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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Discover how Native people have mastered the art of turning pain and grief into satire and dark comedy gold. Through interviews and personal insights, learn about the role of laughter in addressing trauma and promoting healing. Explore the accessibility of Native humor on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Meet Auntie Mayazhi, a Navajo comedian and social media personality, who uses her platform to advocate for Indigenous storytelling and practices.
Gain insight into what sets Native comedians apart from their non-Native counterparts and how the rise of Indigenous influencers is shaping the landscape of Native American comedy.
So grab a seat and prepare to laugh, learn, and celebrate the power of Indigenous humor in healing our communities. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of Sovereign Innovations!
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Hosted by Cheyenne Bearfoot, Sovereign Innovations is a series which celebrates Indigenous excellence. Watch more episodes on PBS Voices.
Climate change impacts our natural environment, but it's also a racial justice issue. Communities of color in the US and globally are impacted first and worst by flooding, heat, and pollution. That's why environmental justice advocates from these communities in South Carolina are working toward solutions—from monitoring the water in their neighborhoods to lobbying their local legislators.
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So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities? Citizen Better will follow KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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From the importance of Bison from an Indigenous perspective to how Indigenous kitchens across Turtle Island are reintroducing Native recipes. Discover how ancestral wisdom continues to shape contemporary approaches to sustenance and cultural preservation.
Featuring special guest Chef Crystal Wahpepah of the Kickapoo Nation, explore the significance of bison in Native communities and the revival of traditional recipes rooted in sustainability and respect for the land.
Don't miss out on this enlightening journey into the heart of Indigenous food sovereignty. Like, share, and join the conversation in the comments below. Happy Earth Month!
Check out State of Change: youtube.com/watch?v=3bTKjLipjGI
And the entire Earth Month collection from PBS: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnNZYWyBGJ1F8ofFm4H9UTrHxqU8zngK4
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Citizen Better follows KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all. By “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement, KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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Discover the transformative impact of films like "Fancy Dance" and the importance of portraying Indigenous women as multi-dimensional characters. Through interviews with filmmakers and industry experts, we learn about the challenges and triumphs of Indigenous women behind the camera.
Join us as we celebrate the richness and diversity of Indigenous narratives, challenging outdated tropes and paving the way for authentic representation.
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Hosted by Cheyenne Bearfoot, Sovereign Innovations is a series which celebrates Indigenous excellence.
Our host, Dr. Taj Frazier, meets with one of Hip-Hop's most prolific photographers, Brian “B+” Cross. We’ll learn how his iconic photographs and a growing community of photographers changed the way we see Hip-hop.
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So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities?
Citizen Better will follow KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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#hiphop #krump #dance #hiphopdance #krumping #krumpdance
Renowned artist Lydia Wallace-Chavez provides insights into wampum, revealing the modern-day resonance of this ancient tradition. Explore the resilience of Indigenous culture, and witness the timeless allure of wampum in today's world.
Don't miss this captivating exploration of Indigenous innovation and heritage.
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#hiphop #streetwear #grillz #KrisKross #90sfashion #hiphopfashion
Our host Dr. Taj Frazier meets with Chris Gibbs, Hip-Hop head, skater, fashion tastemaker, and owner of the famed LA streetwear boutique, Union, to learn how two different cultures came together to redefine how we dress.
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Food has always been political—It provides a place to gather, share ideas, to express our identities, and take care of each other’s basic needs. When the Lowcountry Action Committee started distributing bags of groceries to neighbors in 2021, they wanted to model what it looks like for a community to take care of each other. LAC named this program Food for Thought, connecting to a long tradition of using food as a way to build community and sustain social progress—from the Black Panther free breakfast program that fed over 20,000 children across 19 cities, to the Club From Nowhere whose church bake sales funded the Montgomery Bus Boycotts.
But how can citizens continue the cycle, and sustain the people who feed us? KJ visits restaurants like A Peace of Soul and or Gillie’s to see how they’re preserving Black history and culture with every plate. At the height of the pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests of 2020, many chose to take action by supporting Black-owned businesses, but many business owners say that boom was fleeting. Viewers will learn about how to build long-term relationships with the businesses and orgs they support. KJ will build a playbook of actions that can help viewers become part of a cycle of reciprocity—where individuals, businesses, and community organizations all feed back into one another.
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Citizen Better
So, is it possible to be civically engaged outside of formal activities?
Citizen Better will follow KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
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Citizen Better will follow community organizer KJ Kearney as he finds the ‘informal’ ways to be civically engaged in everyday life so that viewers can feel empowered to make a meaningful impact on the reg rather than just on election days. Like shoes, one size does not fit all, “trying on” various types of informal civic engagement, KJ will find what pairs suit him to make a footprint in our democracy.
Citizen Better premieres on Tuesday, January 16 right here on PBS Voices.
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All around the world, and primarily within Black and Brown communities in the U.S., individuals have created wearable and visual memorialization like jewelry, shoes and R.I.P t-shirts to honor deceased loved ones, who were usually unjustly and violently killed.
In our final episode of Dead and Buried, Curly Velasquez explores the rise of R.I.P T-Shirts in the U.S., how they've functioned as a tool for social activism, and a way to keep loved one close, and their memory alive.
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Despite what popular Western culture may have you thinking, the sound of Indigenous communities isn’t limited to flutes and Tom-tom drums! Indigenous music also permeates dubstep, jazz, and death metal. Aspects of traditional Native sound make up the heartbeat of rock’n’roll. Our host Cheyenne Bearfoot explains how Indigenous music extends through every modern genre.
Indigenous Excellence playlist on YoutTube: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1mtdjDVOoOrPUsHEvmA0ZnYANFIVz9VY
Indigenous Excellence playlist on Spotify: open.spotify.com/playlist/2cVTpAgrdZCpKuhAG8JXNZ?
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), and Def-I (@def_i). Listen to the whole Indigenous Excellence Playlist on Spotify: open.spotify.com/playlist/2cVTpAgrdZCpKuhAG8JXNZ?si=47805386c65446af
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Welcome to Brave Spaces, an eight-part video series hosted by Devin-Norelle, a model, trans educator and writer, here to share stories of triumph, transformation and celebration! In the face of policies designed to exclude Queer folk, they are shattering barriers and claiming their own spaces: from book clubs resisting efforts to erase their stories, to sports leagues making competition accessible to all! Join zim as we meet courageous heroes who have stood up to centuries of hate in order to shape a world where love always wins. These are more than just safe spaces. These are Brave Spaces. Subscribe to PBS Voices, so you never miss an episode!
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The exciting potential of chatbots can extend our existence beyond the physical realm, offer unprecedented opportunities for connection to our loved ones, and even preserve our memories for generations to come.
But if our digital footprint could be considered a new kind of immortality, how can we ever “rest in peace”? Curly Velasquez speaks with cyber-psychologist, Elaine Kasket, and research scientist and chatbot creator, Muhammad Ahmad, to explore the two sides of this AI generated coin.
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