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Native Report

Native Report is an entertaining, informative magazine style series that celebrates Native American culture and heritage, listens to tribal elders, and talks to some of the most powerful and influential leaders of Indian Country today. The series is attractive to both a general and tribal audience, promoting understanding between cultures, tribes and reservations...offering a venue for the stories of challenge and success coming from Minnesota's tribal communities... and educating public television viewers about the culture and traditions of native citizens. Native Report is hosted by Stacey Thunder, an enrolled member of the Red Lake Nation, and co-hosted by Tadd Johnson who is an enrolled member of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. The Native Report season consists of fifteen episodes. Another fifteen episodes are planned next year which will include stories from Minnesota and Wisconsin native communities.

Native Report  
  • Building and Honoring Legacy
    Tuesday, December 31
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    From the re-introduction of bison into Indigenous communities. To new legislation providing a unique opportunity... this episode of Native Report explores how some Minnesota Indigenous communities are building a legacy. Plus we see some of the nation's best stick-ball players gathered for a community led tournament.
  • Tuesday, December 31
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... Come with us and experience the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Nation Annual Wildrice Celebration and Powwow. We then learn about the Bad River Nation's efforts to protect the environment in and around the boundaries of their reservation. And we meet Bad River Tribal Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, January 3
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... Come with us and experience the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Nation Annual Wildrice Celebration and Powwow. We then learn about the Bad River Nation's efforts to protect the environment in and around the boundaries of their reservation. And we meet Bad River Tribal Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, January 4
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... Come with us and experience the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Nation Annual Wildrice Celebration and Powwow. We then learn about the Bad River Nation's efforts to protect the environment in and around the boundaries of their reservation. And we meet Bad River Tribal Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Spreading Awareness for Inter-Generational Trauma
    Saturday, January 4
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode will be a little different than usual. We are breaking format to explore a highly controversial topic. American Indian Boarding Schools.... Also known as residential schools... These schools were established in the mid 17th century... with the main goal of assimilating Native American children... They stole children from their families... took their names... their language... cut their hair... and erased their history. We will discuss how this erasure of history has led to inter-generational trauma... We look at how some Indigenous people have processed that trauma... while bringing awareness to it.
  • Sunday, January 5
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Spreading Awareness for Inter-Generational Trauma
    Tuesday, January 7
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode will be a little different than usual. We are breaking format to explore a highly controversial topic. American Indian Boarding Schools.... Also known as residential schools... These schools were established in the mid 17th century... with the main goal of assimilating Native American children... They stole children from their families... took their names... their language... cut their hair... and erased their history. We will discuss how this erasure of history has led to inter-generational trauma... We look at how some Indigenous people have processed that trauma... while bringing awareness to it.
  • Tuesday, January 7
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel Lawrence, Kansas and visit the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We then meet several Haskell student athletes and learn how they manage their academics with sports. And we learn about the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame also on the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, January 10
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel Lawrence, Kansas and visit the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We then meet several Haskell student athletes and learn how they manage their academics with sports. And we learn about the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame also on the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, January 11
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel Lawrence, Kansas and visit the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We then meet several Haskell student athletes and learn how they manage their academics with sports. And we learn about the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame also on the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Energy, Natural Resources, and Honoring Traditions
    Saturday, January 11
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're exploring energy and natural resource operations led by Natives that align and honor traditional ways. As well as efforts to protect natural resources in the name of stewardship responsibilities.
  • Sunday, January 12
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Energy, Natural Resources, and Honoring Traditions
    Tuesday, January 14
    12:01 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're exploring energy and natural resource operations led by Natives that align and honor traditional ways. As well as efforts to protect natural resources in the name of stewardship responsibilities.
  • Tuesday, January 14
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, January 17
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, January 18
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Political Policies & Mmiw Epidemic
    Saturday, January 18
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode is about Natives and non-Natives in political office who are game-changers - focusing their time and efforts on political policies impacting Indian Country, such as outdated laws and the MMIW epidemic. We also hear from an Ojibwe musician who wrote a song of healing for Native women impacted by harms such as sexual assault.
  • Sunday, January 19
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Political Policies & Mmiw Epidemic
    Tuesday, January 21
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode is about Natives and non-Natives in political office who are game-changers - focusing their time and efforts on political policies impacting Indian Country, such as outdated laws and the MMIW epidemic. We also hear from an Ojibwe musician who wrote a song of healing for Native women impacted by harms such as sexual assault.
  • Tuesday, January 21
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, January 24
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, January 25
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Natural Resource Management & Naming
    Saturday, January 25
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're highlighting natural resource management and protection efforts Native Nations are spearheading, from food sovereignty to fish species. And, digging deeper into the importance of the naming of our natural resources in respectful, non-offensive ways.
  • Sunday, January 26
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Natural Resource Management & Naming
    Tuesday, January 28
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're highlighting natural resource management and protection efforts Native Nations are spearheading, from food sovereignty to fish species. And, digging deeper into the importance of the naming of our natural resources in respectful, non-offensive ways.
  • Tuesday, January 28
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, January 31
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, February 1
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Protecting Traditions & Honoring Protectors
    Saturday, February 1
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from Natives who're carrying on ancestral traditions, and who feel they're protecting what was traditionally important to their ancestors; while honoring Native veteran protectors who've served our country in the past, present and future.
  • Sunday, February 2
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We attend the grand opening of the Thunderbird-Wren Halfway House, a recovery program for men and women. We then learn about what role a doula plays before, during, and shortly after the birth of a child. And we meet Thomas Peacock, who found a new career in retirement as an author, editor and publisher. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Protecting Traditions & Honoring Protectors
    Tuesday, February 4
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from Natives who're carrying on ancestral traditions, and who feel they're protecting what was traditionally important to their ancestors; while honoring Native veteran protectors who've served our country in the past, present and future.
  • Tuesday, February 4
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, February 7
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, February 8
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Lac du Flambeau Nation in Wisconsin and attend their Wildrice Festival and Powwow. We then meet master birchbark canoe builder Wayne Valliere. We interview author Sharon Shuck about a speculative biography of her grandfather and why she wrote about him. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Cultural Storytellers
    Saturday, February 8
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from tribal artists and authors who share traditional stories of the past that live on today, as well as carry on the Ojibwe language and cultural roots in writings, artwork, and exhibits.
  • Sunday, February 9
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We visit the offices of Damber, Scott, Gerzina, and Wagner, an architectural firm known for its work across Indian Country. Wethen interview children's book author Cheryl Minnema. And then we visit the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Cultural Storytellers
    Tuesday, February 11
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from tribal artists and authors who share traditional stories of the past that live on today, as well as carry on the Ojibwe language and cultural roots in writings, artwork, and exhibits.
  • Tuesday, February 11
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, February 14
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, February 15
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to meet Elder Twila Cassador, a member of the I-Collective, an indigenous group of chefs and cooks. We then revisit the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin's Hemp Project. And then we learn why the construction of an outdoor lacrosse box is of such importance to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Going The Distance
    Saturday, February 15
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're exploring stories of those who are going the distance in sports - on wheels and on the football field. As well as shine a light on those who've made the decision to work with Indian Country to illuminate their culture, stories, and successes.
  • Sunday, February 16
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We look at the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Native communities. Wethen interview two Native American journalists and learn about how they're reporting on the Covid-19 pandemic. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Going The Distance
    Tuesday, February 18
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We're exploring stories of those who are going the distance in sports - on wheels and on the football field. As well as shine a light on those who've made the decision to work with Indian Country to illuminate their culture, stories, and successes.
  • Tuesday, February 18
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, February 21
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, February 22
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We meet Norman Deschampe, Chairman of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. We then meet Joyce LaPorte, a maker of traditional Ojibwe faceless dolls. And meet Richard Smith and his sister Bertha Christensen, both of whom served in the military during World War II. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Curators of Culture & Tradition
    Saturday, February 22
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from modern keepers of knowledge using education, technology, and trends to continue on cultural traditions. We talk with an Ojibwe language teacher, the developer of a gamebook, and the creator of a Native superhero!
  • Sunday, February 23
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We learn about the response by the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Health and Human Services to the Covid-19 pandemic. We look at the impact of the pandemic on the economy of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. And then we learn of how the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe's educational administrators and teachers are dealing with online distance learning. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Curators of Culture & Tradition
    Tuesday, February 25
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We hear from modern keepers of knowledge using education, technology, and trends to continue on cultural traditions. We talk with an Ojibwe language teacher, the developer of a gamebook, and the creator of a Native superhero!
  • Tuesday, February 25
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, February 28
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Saturday, March 1
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to the Kansas City, Missouri and visit the Kansas City Indian Center. We then meet Commander John Harrington, the very first Native American to fly in space. And then we meet ethnobotanist Linda Black Elk. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Between Two Worlds
    Saturday, March 1
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    They're between two worlds; we learn more about what it's like to be multi-racial in Alaska, talk with those who identify as Two-Spirited in modern times, and hear from an Oneida Nation language instructor as the language is in a state of emergency
  • Between Two Worlds
    Tuesday, March 4
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    They're between two worlds; we learn more about what it's like to be multi-racial in Alaska, talk with those who identify as Two-Spirited in modern times, and hear from an Oneida Nation language instructor as the language is in a state of emergency
  • Modern Impact of Past Policies
    Saturday, March 8
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We illuminate some aspects of how Native people today are impacted by past policies; such as boarding school experiences and lasting intergenerational traumas, as well as blood quantum policies.
  • Modern Impact of Past Policies
    Tuesday, March 11
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We illuminate some aspects of how Native people today are impacted by past policies; such as boarding school experiences and lasting intergenerational traumas, as well as blood quantum policies.
  • Native Philanthropy & Giving Back
    Saturday, March 15
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Philanthropic work and giving back to communities is a constant in Indian Country; we highlight some folks looking out for the welfare of their people, land, and beyond.
  • Native Philanthropy & Giving Back
    Tuesday, March 18
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Philanthropic work and giving back to communities is a constant in Indian Country; we highlight some folks looking out for the welfare of their people, land, and beyond.

 

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  • Sunday, December 29
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We experience "Our Home: Native Minnesota," a exhibit at the Minnesota History Center. We then visit Hocokata Ti, the new cultural center of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. And we learn about the Sami Center of North America. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Building and Honoring Legacy
    Saturday, December 28
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    From the re-introduction of bison into Indigenous communities. To new legislation providing a unique opportunity... this episode of Native Report explores how some Minnesota Indigenous communities are building a legacy. Plus we see some of the nation's best stick-ball players gathered for a community led tournament.
  • Saturday, December 28
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and attend the National Food Sovereignty Summit. We then visit the Apple Orchard owned and operated by the Oneida Nation since 1994. And we learn about how the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is using aquaponics that provides freshly grown clean vegetables for the community. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, December 27
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and attend the National Food Sovereignty Summit. We then visit the Apple Orchard owned and operated by the Oneida Nation since 1994. And we learn about how the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is using aquaponics that provides freshly grown clean vegetables for the community. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Tuesday, December 24
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and attend the National Food Sovereignty Summit. We then visit the Apple Orchard owned and operated by the Oneida Nation since 1994. And we learn about how the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is using aquaponics that provides freshly grown clean vegetables for the community. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Sharing Heritage
    Tuesday, December 24
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We take you through Minnesota all the way to Michigan to give you a deeper look at how some Indigenous Peoples are sharing their culture and heritage in modern day settings. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives "and hear from our elders".
  • Sunday, December 22
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We attend a special flag raising ceremony celebrating the coming together of two communities. We then meet Wisconsin's former Poet Laureate and author Kim Blaeser. And we attend a formal Land Acknowledgement by the University of Minnesota Duluth. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Sharing Heritage
    Saturday, December 21
    7:02 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We take you through Minnesota all the way to Michigan to give you a deeper look at how some Indigenous Peoples are sharing their culture and heritage in modern day settings. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives "and hear from our elders".
  • Saturday, December 21
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Come with us and experience the construction of a traditional structure known as a wigwam. We then meet Russell Northrup and his family as they finish building the wigwam. And we meet author Dr. Thomas Peacock and learn how retirement led to a new career and business in book publishing. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Friday, December 20
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Come with us and experience the construction of a traditional structure known as a wigwam. We then meet Russell Northrup and his family as they finish building the wigwam. And we meet author Dr. Thomas Peacock and learn how retirement led to a new career and business in book publishing. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Tuesday, December 17
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Come with us and experience the construction of a traditional structure known as a wigwam. We then meet Russell Northrup and his family as they finish building the wigwam. And we meet author Dr. Thomas Peacock and learn how retirement led to a new career and business in book publishing. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Moments In History
    Tuesday, December 17
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    We look back at moment in history where sovereign rights to fish and hunt were tested. Plus we share how a look at how Treaties are recognized and celebrated today. And a highly commemorated site, making history.
  • Sunday, December 15
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel to Denver Colorado where we learn about the history and mission of the American Indian College Fund. We then head to Denver Indian Center, Inc. and learn how the center meets the unique needs and challenges faced by Denver's Native Community. While we're in Denver, we visit the Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc., the only urban Indian Healthy facility in a five-county area. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Moments In History
    Saturday, December 14
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    We look back at moment in history where sovereign rights to fish and hunt were tested. Plus we share how a look at how Treaties are recognized and celebrated today. And a highly commemorated site, making history.
  • Native Entertainers and Entrepreneurs: Making Their Mark
    Saturday, December 14
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Actor Loren Anthony of the Navajo Nation shares experience walking off "Ridiculous Six" movie set due to script concerns; Southwest Navajo Nation rapper Def-i speaks to Indigenous life while smashing stereotypes in songs.
  • Native Entertainers and Entrepreneurs: Making Their Mark
    Friday, December 13
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Actor Loren Anthony of the Navajo Nation shares experience walking off "Ridiculous Six" movie set due to script concerns; Southwest Navajo Nation rapper Def-i speaks to Indigenous life while smashing stereotypes in songs.
  • Native Entertainers and Entrepreneurs: Making Their Mark
    Tuesday, December 10
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Actor Loren Anthony of the Navajo Nation shares experience walking off "Ridiculous Six" movie set due to script concerns; Southwest Navajo Nation rapper Def-i speaks to Indigenous life while smashing stereotypes in songs.
  • Encouraging Learning and Creativity
    Tuesday, December 10
    12:01 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    From encouraging learning language through games, to inspiring children through a superhero, and even an Indigenous owned company sharing the written word, This episode of Native Report focuses on the creative ways people are sharing their heritage.
  • Sunday, December 8
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... We travel Lawrence, Kansas and visit the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We then meet several Haskell student athletes and learn how they manage their academics with sports. And we learn about the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame also on the campus of Haskell Indian Nations University. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Encouraging Learning and Creativity
    Saturday, December 7
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    From encouraging learning language through games, to inspiring children through a superhero, and even an Indigenous owned company sharing the written word, This episode of Native Report focuses on the creative ways people are sharing their heritage.
  • Opening Doors of Economic Opportunity
    Saturday, December 7
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    WI's Red Cliff Fish Company opens doors of economic opportunity to Native anglers; Duluth AICHO Indigenous First Gift Shop Coordinator stresses the importance of providing Native artists opportunities to have their work on public display, especially during pandemic times.
  • Opening Doors of Economic Opportunity
    Friday, December 6
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    WI's Red Cliff Fish Company opens doors of economic opportunity to Native anglers; Duluth AICHO Indigenous First Gift Shop Coordinator stresses the importance of providing Native artists opportunities to have their work on public display, especially during pandemic times.
  • Opening Doors of Economic Opportunity
    Tuesday, December 3
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    WI's Red Cliff Fish Company opens doors of economic opportunity to Native anglers; Duluth AICHO Indigenous First Gift Shop Coordinator stresses the importance of providing Native artists opportunities to have their work on public display, especially during pandemic times.
  • Exploring South Dakota
    Tuesday, December 3
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Travel to the Black Hills of South Dakota to learn about a historical site making history. Plus, we shed light on what kind of community led resources are available on Pine Ridge Reservation. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives "and hear from our elders".
  • Sunday, December 1
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    On this edition of Native Report... Come with us and experience the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's Nation Annual Wildrice Celebration and Powwow. We then learn about the Bad River Nation's efforts to protect the environment in and around the boundaries of their reservation. And we meet Bad River Tribal Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Exploring South Dakota
    Saturday, November 30
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Travel to the Black Hills of South Dakota to learn about a historical site making history. Plus, we shed light on what kind of community led resources are available on Pine Ridge Reservation. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives "and hear from our elders".
  • Practicing Sovereign Rights
    Saturday, November 30
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Update on the Oneida Nation of WI's hemp project; go back in time to the Standing Rock protests as the future of the Dakota Access oil pipeline makes headlines.
  • Practicing Sovereign Rights
    Friday, November 29
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Update on the Oneida Nation of WI's hemp project; go back in time to the Standing Rock protests as the future of the Dakota Access oil pipeline makes headlines.
  • Practicing Sovereign Rights
    Tuesday, November 26
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Update on the Oneida Nation of WI's hemp project; go back in time to the Standing Rock protests as the future of the Dakota Access oil pipeline makes headlines.
  • Indigenous Education
    Tuesday, November 26
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    From finding ways to re-introduce cultural teachings into education systems, to nurturing knowledge at a higher level and exercising tribal rights, this episode explores what's being done in Indian country in terms of education and the practice of Sovereign rights. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our elders.
  • Sunday, November 24
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    We travel to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and attend the National Food Sovereignty Summit. We then visit the Apple Orchard owned and operated by the Oneida Nation since 1994. And we learn about how the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is using aquaponics that provides freshly grown clean vegetables for the community. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Indigenous Education
    Saturday, November 23
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    From finding ways to re-introduce cultural teachings into education systems, to nurturing knowledge at a higher level and exercising tribal rights, this episode explores what's being done in Indian country in terms of education and the practice of Sovereign rights. Plus we learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our elders.
  • Mother Earth
    Saturday, November 23
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians fights for federal recognition and full access to sacred sites in CA; Native demonstrators stand against the Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline Replacement Project in MN; Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reflects on the U.S. returning land to them.
  • Mother Earth
    Friday, November 22
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians fights for federal recognition and full access to sacred sites in CA; Native demonstrators stand against the Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline Replacement Project in MN; Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reflects on the U.S. returning land to them.
  • Mother Earth
    Tuesday, November 19
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians fights for federal recognition and full access to sacred sites in CA; Native demonstrators stand against the Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline Replacement Project in MN; Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reflects on the U.S. returning land to them.
  • Food Sovereignty
    Tuesday, November 19
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    The premiere episode explores the different ways Indigenous peoples practice food sovereignty. Ojibwe Chef sharing his heritage on Madeline Island with his new restaurant Miijim. We also break down how an organization called Dream of Wild Health has created the Indigenous Food Network to support Urban Native youth.
  • Sunday, November 17
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Come with us and experience the construction of a traditional structure known as a wigwam. We then meet Russell Northrup and his family as they finish building the wigwam. And we meet author Dr. Thomas Peacock and learn how retirement led to a new career and business in book publishing. We also learn what we can do to lead healthier lives and hear from our Elders on this edition of Native Report.
  • Food Sovereignty
    Saturday, November 16
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    The premiere episode explores the different ways Indigenous peoples practice food sovereignty. Ojibwe Chef sharing his heritage on Madeline Island with his new restaurant Miijim. We also break down how an organization called Dream of Wild Health has created the Indigenous Food Network to support Urban Native youth.
  • Remembering Residential Schools, Language Education
    Saturday, November 16
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Orange Shirt Day, an annual remembrance of the harm of Canada's residential school system; professors of the Ojibwe and Dakota languages discuss the importance of preserving the languages.
  • Remembering Residential Schools, Language Education
    Friday, November 15
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Orange Shirt Day, an annual remembrance of the harm of Canada's residential school system; professors of the Ojibwe and Dakota languages discuss the importance of preserving the languages.
  • Remembering Residential Schools, Language Education
    Tuesday, November 12
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Orange Shirt Day, an annual remembrance of the harm of Canada's residential school system; professors of the Ojibwe and Dakota languages discuss the importance of preserving the languages.
  • Spreading Awareness for Inter-Generational Trauma
    Tuesday, November 12
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode will be a little different than usual. We are breaking format to explore a highly controversial topic. American Indian Boarding Schools.... Also known as residential schools... These schools were established in the mid 17th century... with the main goal of assimilating Native American children... They stole children from their families... took their names... their language... cut their hair... and erased their history. We will discuss how this erasure of history has led to inter-generational trauma... We look at how some Indigenous people have processed that trauma... while bringing awareness to it.
  • Native Entertainers and Entrepreneurs: Making Their Mark
    Sunday, November 10
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Actor Loren Anthony of the Navajo Nation shares experience walking off "Ridiculous Six" movie set due to script concerns; Southwest Navajo Nation rapper Def-i speaks to Indigenous life while smashing stereotypes in songs.
  • Spreading Awareness for Inter-Generational Trauma
    Saturday, November 9
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode will be a little different than usual. We are breaking format to explore a highly controversial topic. American Indian Boarding Schools.... Also known as residential schools... These schools were established in the mid 17th century... with the main goal of assimilating Native American children... They stole children from their families... took their names... their language... cut their hair... and erased their history. We will discuss how this erasure of history has led to inter-generational trauma... We look at how some Indigenous people have processed that trauma... while bringing awareness to it.
  • Behind The Scenes
    Saturday, November 9
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Native student shares beginnings of a journey into the medical field in pandemic times; learn more about Native Report hosts Rita Aspinwall and Ernie Stevens.
  • Behind The Scenes
    Friday, November 8
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Native student shares beginnings of a journey into the medical field in pandemic times; learn more about Native Report hosts Rita Aspinwall and Ernie Stevens.
  • Behind The Scenes
    Tuesday, November 5
    1:30 pm on FNX 9.3
    Native student shares beginnings of a journey into the medical field in pandemic times; learn more about Native Report hosts Rita Aspinwall and Ernie Stevens.
  • Building and Honoring Legacy
    Tuesday, November 5
    12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    From the re-introduction of bison into Indigenous communities. To new legislation providing a unique opportunity... this episode of Native Report explores how some Minnesota Indigenous communities are building a legacy. Plus we see some of the nation's best stick-ball players gathered for a community led tournament.
  • Opening Doors of Economic Opportunity
    Sunday, November 3
    1:30 am on FNX 9.3
    WI's Red Cliff Fish Company opens doors of economic opportunity to Native anglers; Duluth AICHO Indigenous First Gift Shop Coordinator stresses the importance of providing Native artists opportunities to have their work on public display, especially during pandemic times.
  • Building and Honoring Legacy
    Saturday, November 2
    7:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    From the re-introduction of bison into Indigenous communities. To new legislation providing a unique opportunity... this episode of Native Report explores how some Minnesota Indigenous communities are building a legacy. Plus we see some of the nation's best stick-ball players gathered for a community led tournament.
  • Tagging Along: Native Artists, Crafters
    Saturday, November 2
    7:30 am on FNX 9.3
    Painters Moira Villiard and Michelle Defoe complete a mural project with Anishinaabe symbolism; Thomas Howes creates lacrosse sticks.
  • Tagging Along: Native Artists, Crafters
    Friday, November 1
    5:00 pm on FNX 9.3
    Painters Moira Villiard and Michelle Defoe complete a mural project with Anishinaabe symbolism; Thomas Howes creates lacrosse sticks.