Monday, January 31, 2022 – Keeping up with COVID
Do cloth masks work? Does the booster vaccine protect you against Omicron? How long before the next variant is a major threat? There are a lot of questions—and confusing answers—out there as the COVID-19 pandemic heads into its third year. We’ll get updates from Native medical professionals and tribal leaders about the key information to tune into.
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 – The thankless job of a Native referee
The least favorite person on the Rez Ball court is usually the referee. The phrase “c’mon ref!” is just as likely to be heard shouted in exasperation from either side of the bleachers. But there is no one who isn’t glad there is an objective arbiter on the court. As it turns out, in a lot of places, the shortage of Native refs means those willing to put on the striped shirt are stretched thin. They are in such high demand they are paid a premium.
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 – Native influences on African American food
It’s no stretch to find Native influences in many of the defining dishes of African American food in the South—grits, cornbread, beans and barbecue. Southeastern and southern tribes introduced staples, spices and methods that were incorporated by slaves and European settlers alike and grew into a distinctive cultural cuisine.
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – The Decade of Indigenous Languages
This month kicks off the United Nations International Decade of Indigenous Languages. The declaration aims to raise global awareness of the importance of language and to improve resources, especially for languages most in danger of being lost. To mark the occasion the First Nations Institute released its report highlighting the importance of immersion programs.
Friday, February 4, 2022 – Indigi-Genius
The creator of the first all-Native comic-con brings you a new public television series exploring the contributions of Indigenous knowledge. Dr. Lee Francis IV looks into the scientific basis behind traditional methods for building materials, agriculture, clothing and even cosmetics. We’ll get a glimpse of what’s in store
