The Ya-Native Podcast
Welcome to "Ya-Native," the podcast that amplifies the voices, stories, and issues of Native America that deserve recognition and understanding by all. In a world where the rich tapestry of Native American cultures, histories, and struggles often goes unheard, Ya-Native serves as a platform for education, empowerment, and unity.
Join us as we dive deep into the heart of Native America, shedding light on the critical topics and challenges that affect indigenous communities across the continent. From cultural preservation and sovereignty rights to environmental concerns and social justice, we bring you insightful conversations with tribal leaders, activists, artists, scholars, and everyday heroes who are making a difference.
Our mission is clear: to foster solidarity among Native American nations. By sharing stories, knowledge, and experiences, we aim to inspire unity and collective action. Together, we can stand up for one another, support each other's struggles, and build a stronger, more connected Native America.
Join us on this journey of discovery, awareness, and advocacy. "Ya-Native" is more than a podcast; it's a call to action, a bridge of understanding, and a celebration of Native resilience. Together, we can make a difference, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and be part of the movement to unite Native America.
Join us as we dive deep into the heart of Native America, shedding light on the critical topics and challenges that affect indigenous communities across the continent. From cultural preservation and sovereignty rights to environmental concerns and social justice, we bring you insightful conversations with tribal leaders, activists, artists, scholars, and everyday heroes who are making a difference.
Our mission is clear: to foster solidarity among Native American nations. By sharing stories, knowledge, and experiences, we aim to inspire unity and collective action. Together, we can stand up for one another, support each other's struggles, and build a stronger, more connected Native America.
Join us on this journey of discovery, awareness, and advocacy. "Ya-Native" is more than a podcast; it's a call to action, a bridge of understanding, and a celebration of Native resilience. Together, we can make a difference, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and be part of the movement to unite Native America.
Episodes
57 episodes
#57 - The First Fire
In this episode, we delve into the Great Plains legend of "The First Fire." Discover how the trickster Iktomi and other animals collaborated to bring fire to the people, facing numerous challenges along the way. This story highlights themes of ...
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Episode 57
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4:24
#56 - Boqs
Explore the intriguing Northwest Coast legend of Boqs, a supernatural being who embodies both fear and reverence. Discover how Boqs interacts with the Haida people, teaching lessons about respect, bravery, and the balance between humanity and n...
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Episode 56
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6:08
#55 - Origin of the Apache
Join us as we delve into the captivating Apache creation legend. Discover how the world transformed from darkness to light, and how a courageous boy named Apache, with guidance from the Great Spirit, battled a fearsome dragon to protect his peo...
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#54 - The Creation of the Shoshone
In this episode, we explore the Shoshone creation legend. Discover how Coyote, a key figure in Shoshone mythology, encounters mysterious women, survives trials, and ultimately plays a pivotal role in the birth of the Shoshone people. Join us fo...
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Episode 54
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7:30
#53 - The Emergence
In this episode, we explore the fascinating Southwestern legend of "The Emergence." Follow the journey of the first people as they ascend through four different worlds, guided by the Great Spirit. Learn how they overcame challenges and finally ...
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Episode 53
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3:34
#52 - Creation Story & The Importance Of Dreaming
In this episode, we delve into the Abenaki legend about the importance of dreaming. Learn how the Great Spirit's dreams led to the creation of the world and its creatures, teaching us that dreams hold profound meaning and guide our understandin...
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Episode 52
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2:30
#51 - The Legend of the Chanunpa
Join us as we explore the sacred legend of the Chanunpa, the sacred pipe of the Lakota people. Learn how White Buffalo Woman brought the Chanunpa and taught its profound spiritual significance, emphasizing unity, respect, and the deep connectio...
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Episode 51
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9:40
#50 - Little People of the Cherokee - Legend
The Cherokee legend of the Little People describes small, spiritual beings living in rock caves. They are kind-hearted and enjoy music, but do not like to be disturbed. There are three types: the mischievous Laurel People, the vengeful Rock Peo...
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Episode 50
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7:07
#49 - Hiawatha - Legend
The story of Hiawatha on Ya-Native.com describes his role in the formation of the Iroquois Confederacy. Hiawatha, a leader among the Onondaga, suffered great personal loss and found guidance in the Peacemaker, Deganawida. Together, they travele...
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Episode 49
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22:35
#48 - Creation of the First Indian - Legend
Here's a short Legend that may interest you.The Chelan Indians' legend describes how the Creator made the world, animals, and birds. He promised to return and create humans, but delayed due to the animals' complaints. The Beaver was cle...
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Episode 48
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12:11
#47 - The Origin of Curing Ceremonies
This his how ceremonies started among us for the curing of sick people. Long, long ago, the earth was made. Then the One Who Made the Earth also planned for each person to have a piece of land that he could live on and call his own.
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#46 - The teachings of the Seven Fires prophecy
Originally, the prophecies were given by eight prophets in seven different time periods. According to oral tradition, all Algonquian nations located in the Wabanaki heard the first prophet. The remaining seven prophets appeared before and were ...
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Episode 46
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12:57
#45 - The Story of Lacrosse
Lacrosse was a gift to us from the Creator, to be played for his enjoyment and as a medicine game for healing the people. The Haudenosaunee people know that all creatures, no matter how big or small, are significant and have a contribution to m...
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Episode 45
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4:36
#44 - The Magic Horse of Ku-Suk-Seia
Once upon a time, before the white men drove them away to Oklahoma, the Pawnee Indians lived in Nebraska, where their sworn enemies were the Sioux. There they lived all the time in villages, where they were skilled farmers and potters.I...
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Episode 44
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14:12
#43 - The Legend of the Flute
Once many generations ago, the people had drums, gourd rattles, and bull-rorers, but no flutes. At that long-ago time, a young man went out to hunt. Meat was scarce, and the people in his camp were hungry. He found the tracks of an elk and foll...
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Episode 43
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9:04
#42 - Apache Creation Story
Animals, elements, the solar system, and natural phenomena are revered by the Apaches. That which is beyond their understanding is always ascribed to the supernatural.In the beginning nothing existed--no earth, no sky, no sun, no moon, o...
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Episode 42
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9:25
#41 - Yokut's Creation Story
A Great Flood had occurred upon Earth long, long ago. While Earth was still covered with water, there were no living creatures upon the land. Then out of the sky one day glided an enormous Eagle with a black Crow riding upon its back, searching...
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Episode 41
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9:15
#40 - The Legend of Devil's Tower
Out of the plains of Wyoming rises Devil's Tower. It is really a rock, visible for a hundred miles around, an immense cone of basalt which seems to touch the clouds. It sticks out of the flat prairie as if someone had pushed it up from unde...
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Episode 40
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5:54
#39 - Legend of the White Raven Spirit
At the beginning, when the Earth was fresh and new, the Great Spirit, sent down His Raven to enjoy this new creation. As Raven soared down from cloud to cloud he began to take the color of the snow crystals that touched his wings, each crystal ...
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Episode 39
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10:38
#38 - A Prayer
My grandfather is the fire My grandmother is the windThe Earth is my mother The Great Spirit is my father The World stopped at my birth and laid itself at my feet and I shall swallow the Earth whole when I die and...
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Episode 38
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1:38
#37 - A Prayer for Peace
O Great Spirit of our Ancestors, I raise my pipe to you. To your messengers the four winds, and to Mother Earth who provides for your children. Give us the wisdom to teach our children to love, to respect, and to be kind to each other so that t...
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Episode 37
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0:33
#36 - A Prayer for Guidance
Great Spirit of us all you have made my body strong. Please fill me with your wisdom, so I'll know right from wrong.Let me see myself as others also see me, so I'll know if my character agrees with how you say it should be.Let me be slo...
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Episode 36
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0:53
#35 - A Humble Prayer
O Great Creator,I come before you in a humble mannerand offer you this sacred pipe.With tears in my eyes and an ancient song from my heartI pray.To the four powers of Creation,To the Grandfather Sun,To the Grandmothe...
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Episode 35
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