Monday, July 18, 2016 – Native ink: celebrating body art
Some tattoos are works of art and others represent important times in a person’s life. Some tattoos cause lifelong regret. We are taking on these personal and permanent displays of expression. Native tattoo artists talk about how they use ink and another person’s skin to express themselves and the wishes of their clients.
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 – An insider’s view of IHS treatment centers
The Indian Health Service is working to open a dozen new treatment centers to address substance abuse in Indian Country. How does a person know they need to go to a treatment center? What happens there?
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 – Interpreting our dreams
The hosts of the radio show Seers from the First People are back to explain what our dreams mean and how they might guide the choices we make.
Thursday, July 21, 2016 – The new landscape for Alaska Native land decisions
A recent court ruling could open a new chapter in how Alaska Native tribes make decisions about their land. It’s a complicated and important topic with winners and loser on both sides. We’ll break down what it means and what happens next for communities that have waited decades for the right to control the land they own.
Friday, July 22, 2016 – Go outside already!
Video games are usually criticized for turning kids into couch potatoes, so the new Pokémon Go app is earning some praise for getting them outside. What other programs and methods inspire people to go outdoors? We’ll talk about some ideas that aim to help re-establish a connection with nature.
