Monday, September 24, 2018 – Timber for profit in Native America
Several tribes look to trees as a means of economic development. The practice brings up environmental and even aesthetic concerns about the process of harvesting a natural resource. We’ll talk with officials from tribes that harvest trees for profit about how they balance the economic and environmental benefits that come from the forest.
Tuesday, September 25, 2018 – Music Maker: Blackhorse Blues Band
We know how much Native America takes pride in homegrown Native blues. We turn to the Blackhorse Blues Band out of California made up of Pomo and Wappo musicians who pride themselves in what they call an amped-up set of gruff and grime with some ferocious blues rock. Who knows what emotions they’ll invoke once you experience their blues? We invite you to tune in to our September Music Maker and find out.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 – Big flavor in small game
Moose, bison and deer get a lot of attention in Native America—and rightfully so—because they are staples of Indigenous food and culture. But hanging out in the shadows of large game animals are the small ones; the little ground squirrels, rabbits, beavers and other snack-size animals that sustained Indigenous diets since time immemorial. They’re still making appearances on Native dinner tables, but not as often. In this program, we’re taking a look at small game hunting and eating.
Thursday, September 27, 2018 – Unrelenting anxiety
When anxiety goes beyond stress over an important test or speaking in public, it could be a sign of something more serious. Some people are in a constant state of worry even when there are no identifiable causes. There are several different kinds of anxiety disorders, including panic attacks and phobias. If left untreated they can affect a person’s social and work life. We’ll hear about ways to recognize clinical anxiety and explore some treatments.
Friday, September 28, 2018 – Lumbee history, identity and status
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has been fighting for federal recognition for decades. That fight is not only waged against federal opposition, but also against other tribes, including the neighboring Eastern Band of Cherokee. The tribe has longstanding ties to their home, but their identity and the right to exercise sovereignty remain in the balance. We’ll look at Lumbee history, identity and what federal recognition would mean for 55,000 citizens.
