Monday, February 22, 2016 — Native hair
Sometimes the way Native Americans wear their hair reflects a specific cultural expression. There may be a little more hair spray and some curls these days, but the tradition is still there. What happens when hair causes controversy?
Tuesday, February 23, 2016 — The new Food Distribution Program
Officials recently added bison meat to the list of commodity food items with the Food Distribution Program on Indian reservations. It’s the latest example of the USDA incorporating more traditional and healthier foods. Are they on the right path? What would you like to see from the program?
Wednesday, February 24, 2016 – “Her Enemy, Her Love” by Evangeline Parsons Yazzie (Book of the Month)
This month we take time to hear from Navajo author Evangeline Parsons Yazzie about her latest novel, “Her Enemy, Her Love.” It’s the follow up to her first book, “Her Land, Her Love.” The book explores the themes of family, love and hope during a major moment in a tribe’s history.
Thursday, February 23, 2016 – Diversity and the Academy Awards
The Twitter hashtag #OscarsSoWhite resurfaced with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences nominations because this is the second year with only white nominees in the top acting categories. Has much changed since 1973 when Sacheen Littlefeather took the stage in front of 85-million viewers and declined Marlon Brando’s best actor Oscar? We’ll ask her.
Friday, February 26, 2016 – February in the news
Antonin Scalia’s sudden death leaves several Native American legal decisions up in the air. It also prompts a look at the legacy he leaves on key Native American issues. Are the presidential candidates’ positions on Indian Country any clearer? We’ll take a look at the top headlines.
