Monday, April 11 2016 – Do you fear the police?
The fatal police shooting of a Navajo woman in Winslow, Arizona is raising questions again about interactions with police. Officials say she threatened the officer with scissors when stopped during a shoplifting investigation. Loreal Tsingine’s family and friends are left wondering what kind of threat the 27 year old woman posed that warranted her death.
Tuesday, April 12 2016 – Indigenous activists in Latin America
More than a month after her murder, the government has offered few details about Honduran activist Berta Caceres’ death. Human rights groups around the world condemn the attack and urge the Honduran government to act to protect other activists. We’ll talk about Caceres’ life and death and the plight of those speaking up for Indigenous people in Latin America.
Wednesday, April 13 2016 – Can’t you take a joke?
Comic Ralphie May’s appearance in Bemidji Minnesota got cancelled after an old bit surfaced online that included an R-rated rant using the worst Native American stereotypes. He insists it was all a joke taken out of context. Are May’s comments funny? Are Native Americans guilty of PC censorship?
Thursday, April 14, 2016 — Access to birth control
There are pills, injections and implants. But what is the real access to birth control in Native America? Do Native women face more barriers, such as social pressure, when it comes to birth control? In this show, we’ll also talk about court cases and legislation that affects access to birth control.
Friday, April 15, 2016 — The facts about taxes
The deadline for filing taxes is upon us. It’s a good time for some expert tips and tricks. People living in Indian Country have unique tax requirements. What deductions make the most sense? How about artists and other self-employed workers?
