Monday, November 1, 2021 – The legacy of the Santa Fe Trail
The start of the Santa Fe Trail turns 200 this year. For most of that time the narrative of the influential route that took scores of settlers and U.S. Army soldiers across established Native land has been told from a non-Native perspective. Although it’s mainly a story of displacement and violence, the full history is richer and more nuanced. We’ll hear the Native side of the history and legacy of the Santa Fe Trail.
Tuesday, November 2, 2021 – The shame of the Braves
After a three game stretch in Atlanta during Major League Baseball’s premiere event, audiences worldwide will have witnessed multiple examples of the objectionable ‘tomahawk chop’ and a chant borne from ill-informed Native stereotypes. As Atlanta and Houston battle for the World Series title, we revisit the ongoing efforts to by professional sports teams to hang on to names and images that denigrate Native people and culture.
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 – Financial fallout of divorce
Divorce takes a major emotional toll. It also usually brings a significant financial burden as well. Couples that have combined resources and bank accounts now have to fairly divide up assets and face the reality of going it alone again. There are also lawyer’s fees, child support and other considerations. Native couples also might face residency restrictions on tribal land once they’re no longer married. We’ll find out about ways Native couples can face the realities of divorce without making a difficult process harder.
Thursday, November 4, 2021 – Catholic reconciliation in Canada?
Pope Francis is scheduled to meet with an Indigenous delegation when he visits Canada in December. His trip is billed as part “of the long-standing pastoral process of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.” It comes after the discovery of hundreds of potential unmarked grave sites on the grounds of former residential schools operated by the church. The schools housed mainly Indigenous children who were forced to attend. We’ll explore the significance of the visit and what it might accomplish.
Friday, November 5, 2021 – Woodstock remembered
A group of young Native artists received VIP treatment leading up to what became the storied event starting on August 15, 1969. They were excited to offer their work to a new East Coast audience and take in the impressive line-up of musical acts. But they were in for a big surprise as the adventure on Max Yasgur’s farm in New York took on a life of its own and became a historic gathering. We’ll get remembrances from those who were there and what the experience means to them now.
