Mumilaaq Qaqqaq: leading change and defending human rights

Jordan Marie Daniel: running for justice and visibility: “It’s because Indigenous people are constantly fighting our own erasure. The stereotypes that exist out there portray a certain image or behaviour about us that was chosen for us and not by us. Representation matters so much whether it’s from... by Matriarch Movement

40 min listen

Nikki Sanchez: the future is our responsibility: “The history is not your fault, but it is absolutely your responsibility.” In this episode, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild speaks with decolonial educator Nikki Sanchez, a Pipil/Maya and Irish/Scottish academic, who is also an Indigenous media... by Matriarch Movement

32 min listen

Michelle Chubb: the power of vulnerability on social media: Michelle Chubb, known by her handle , is a 23-year-old social media star, with almost half a million followers on TikTok where she shares content blending Indigenous regalia, relatable anecdotes, and social justice activism. She is Néhinaw, or Swampy... by Matriarch Movement

28 min listen

Megan Tipler: teaching Indigenous excellence: Host Shayla Oulette Stonechild speaks with Megan Tipler, a Métis, Edmonton-based educator and artist who believes in the power of representation, and of teaching Indigenous success. Last summer, when her classes moved online due to COVID-19, she came... by Matriarch Movement

39 min listen

Welcome to Matriarch Movement: On Matriarch Movement, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild shares stories of Indigenous women, from Canada to Turtle Island and beyond. Through interviews where issues facing Indigenous women are brought to light, and with portraits that challenge the... by Matriarch Movement

3 min listen

Sierra Tasi Baker: decolonizing urban design: This first episode of Matriarch Movement features a conversation with Sierra Tasi Baker, lead design consultant at , the urban planning organization founded by her family on principles of ancestral governance, Indigenous law and respectful... by Matriarch Movement

52 min listen

Cheyenne Leskanic: a different approach to recovery: Cheyenne Leskanic is of Mvskoke, Italian & Scottish ancestry and she is the founder of Three Medicines Longhouse & Three Medicines Birth. With a little over a decade of experience as a Yoga teacher, and as many years of recovery from substance... by Matriarch Movement

37 min listen

Ashley Callingbull: making history and creating a new narrative: Ashley Callingbull is a Cree First Nations woman from the Enoch Cree Nation in the province of Alberta, Canada. She is a model, actress, jingle dress dancer and First Nation’s activist who was the reigning Mrs. Universe 2015. She is perhaps best... by Matriarch Movement

44 min listen

Leigh Joseph: honouring our food and plant medicine: Leigh Joseph is a member of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nation; her ancestral name is Styawat and she is an ethnobotanist by training who completed a Masters of Science in Ethnobotany at the University of Victoria under the guidance of her... by Matriarch Movement

37 min listen

Nimkish: sharing Indigiqueer stories through music: Nimkish is a rising Indigiqueer pop artist living on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, known as Vancouver, Canada. Her first album, Heartbreak On The Coast, was released in 2019 and and her latest... by Matriarch Movement

40 min listen

Jessica Matten: using your privilege: Jessica Matten is of Red River Metis-Cree descent and is directly a descendant of Cuthbert Grant, the first rebel Metis leader famously known for the Battle of the Seven Oaks in Canada. Most recently, Jessica is set to star in Robert Redford, George... by Matriarch Movement

45 min listen

Tenille Campbell: celebrating Indigenous joy: “For too much of my youth I did worry about what my friends thought, I did worry about what boys thought and I did worry about what people I didn’t know thought of me.” Host Shayla Oulette Stonechild speaks with Tenille Campbell, a Dene and... by Matriarch Movement

32 min listen

Korina Emmerich: fighting for greater sustainability in fashion: Originally from the US Pacific Northwest, Korina Emmerich was inspired to create clothes and accessories that honour her patrilineal Indigenous heritage from The Coast Salish Territory, Puyallup tribe. Today her brand, EMME Studio, is a fixture in... by Matriarch Movement

41 min listen

Lesley Hampton: decolonizing fashion: Lesley Hampton is an Anishinaabe and Mohawk womenswear designer and artist based in Toronto whose is focuses on body positivity and Indigenous representation. Lesley’s brand offers collections that range from eveningwear to athleisure—Lizzo was... by Matriarch Movement

44 min listen

Nahanni Fontaine: the matriarchy in power for the people: This episode features host Shayla Oulette Stonechild in conversation with Nahanni Fontaine, a Canadian politician, MLA with the NDP in Manitoba, public speaker, advocate, and Indigenous Matriarch, about last week's erasure and censorship of posts... by Matriarch Movement

48 min listen

Caitlyn Kasper: we are all treaty people: This week on the podcast, host Shayla Stonechild is joined by Caitlyn Kasper. Caitlyn is an Anishinaabek woman from the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. She holds an Honours Specialist in Political Science from the University of Toronto and... by Matriarch Movement

58 min listen

Falen Johnson: the future is Indigenous: This week, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild is joined by writer, podcaster, and CBC Radio host, Falen Johnson. Falen is Mohawk and Tuscarora (Bear Clan) from Six Nations Grand River Territory. Her writing has been featured in Brick, The Canadian Theatre... by Matriarch Movement

47 min listen

Ilona Verley: the first Indigenous and first Two-Spirit queen on Canada’s Drag Race: Ilona Verley is Nlaka'pamux and the first Indigenous, Two-Spirit and LA-Based queen to appear on , and in the franchise as a whole. Originally from so-called Vancouver, Ilona identifies as non-binary. She* auditioned for Drag Race a total of... by Matriarch Movement

43 min listen

Tanya Talaga: the power of journalism and writing to defend Indigenous rights: Tanya Talaga does not need an introduction at this point: she is an award-winning Canadian journalist and author of Polish and Indigenous descent, and the First Ojibway woman to deliver the CBC Massey Lectures. Her book Seven Fallen Feathers, a... by Matriarch Movement

39 min listen

Adeline Bird: removing the white lens in media: This week's episode is about finding self-love and learning to love yourself. Adeline Bird is an Afro-Anishnabe Author, Filmmaker, and Producer. She grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, but is a proud member of Treaty #4 Rolling River First Nations.... by Matriarch Movement

48 min listen

Leah Gazan: genocide takes many forms: Meet Leah Gazan, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg Centre. Leah is a member of Wood Mountain Lakota Nation, located in Saskatchewan, Treaty 4 territory. Leah's lineage has played a big role in her fight, she credits a lot of her inspiration to her... by Matriarch Movement

49 min listen

Chief Lady Bird: beyond the artist: This week, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild is joined by Chippewa and Potawatomi artist from Rama First Nation and Moosedeer Point First Nation, Chief Lady Bird. You may have seen her thought-provoking artwork that explores contemporary colonialism and... by Matriarch Movement

57 min listen

Aly Bear: the laws come from the land: Aly Bear (Tatanka Ska Win) is a proud mother and descendant of Dakota, Anishinaabe and Nehiyaw heritage. She is a member of the Whitecap Dakota First Nation where her father, Darcy Bear, currently serves as the Nation's Chief. Aly has worked... by Matriarch Movement

45 min listen

Mumilaaq Qaqqaq: leading change and defending human rights: If you've been following Shayla for a while, you know that this episode has been highly anticipated. This week, host Shayla Stonechild is joined by Inuk politician, Mumilaaq Qaqqaq. Mumilaaq Qaqqaq (ᒧᒥᓛᖅ ᖃᖅᑲᖅ), is an Inuk woman, Member... by Matriarch Movement

55 min listen

Monday Blues: finding inspiration in dual identities: This week, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild is joined by guest Monday Blues. Monday is a Two-Spirit Togolese-Secwépemc showgirl, model, decolonial life & business coach, and jewelry designer. Monday is a grad of the Erickson International Coaching... by Matriarch Movement

41 min listen

Angela Sterritt: more than a reporter: This week, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild is joined by Vancouver-based, award-winning journalist, author, and artist from the Gitanmaax band of the Gitxsan nation, Angela Sterritt. In 2021, Angela won a Canadian Screen Award for reporter of the year... by Matriarch Movement

68 min listen

Dr. Shannon Prince: Discussing Law, Matriarchy and Heritage: This week on Matriarch Movement, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild is joined by Dr. Shannon Prince, Attorney, Legal Commentator, and Author of Cherokee descent. Her book Tactics for Racial Justice: Building an Antiracist Organization and Community is... by Matriarch Movement

49 min listen

Chelsea Vowel and Sandra Lamouche: decolonizing storytelling: This week on the podcast, we welcome two very impressive women. Chelsea Vowel is a Métis writer and educator from manitowsâkahikan (Lac Ste. Anne) Alberta, residing in amiskwacîwâskihikan (Edmonton). She is a Cree language instructor at the... by Matriarch Movement

34 min listen

Christi Belcourt: earth inspires art: Christi Belcourt is a Michif (Métis) visual artist and author living and working in Canada with a deep respect for Mother Earth, the traditions, and the knowledge of her people. Belcourt's work often focuses on questions around identity, culture,... by Matriarch Movement

49 min listen

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40 min listen

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