Native America Calling

Tune in and take part in this intense and stimulating one-hour call-in radio talk show inspiring people from all walks of life to reflect on Native American issues and how they influence our lives. Call toll free to participate at 1-800-996-2848

Monday, April 16, 2007 – Racism on the Radio: Racist and sexist remarks made by radio talk show host Don Imus about the Rutgers women's basketball team have led to his firing. He admitted he made a "stupid mistake" but the comment has sparked uproar and set off new national debate about racism. But a Houston-based shock jock recently made derogatory comments about Native Americans with little fanfare. Where do Native Americans stand on the issue of racism on the radio? And does the racial double standard apply to Natives as well? Guests include Alabama-Coushatta radio host Jacquelyn Battise.

Tuesday, April 17, 2007 – Termination and A Journey for Justice:In 1954 Congress enacted the Ute Partition and Termination Act that classified 490 members of the Uinta Band of Utes as "Mixed Bloods" and terminated their tribal status. Why have they filed a lawsuit to restore their Indian standing and why are they being met with great resistance from the other bands of the Ute Tribe of Utah? Guest include Dennis Chappabitty of the Comanche Nation, attorney for the terminated Uintas, and Oranna Felter, who was a minor when she had her status as a member of the Uinta Band of Ute Indians taken away.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007 – I'm A Native Poet and I Know It: Native poets can express the simplest things. They have the power to convey something complicated, in depth, with just a few words. Some have even suggested Native languages are a form of poetry. No matter the form, subject or the originator, Native poetry is tightly woven into our modern day tribal communities. Whether it is in a short verse, a song, or a speech in one's Native tongue, poetry helps us express and record the world we live in. Guests include poet and visual artist Kade Twist of the Cherokee Nation.

Thursday, April 19, 2007 – Tribal E-Commerce:Selling products on the internet is big business and this fact has not gone unnoticed in Indian Country. Everything from tobacco to buffalo hides to Native art is being sold by individual Natives and tribal governments. Some tribes are now looking at selling prescription drugs over the internet as well. But states and federal entities are taking a dim view of Native e-commerce due to jurisdictional and tax revenue concerns. But shouldn't tribal sovereignty trump these concerns? Guests include Lance Morgan of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, President of Ho-Chunk, Inc.

Friday, April 20, 2007 – Native in the Spotlight: J.R. Redcloud:One thing that all Native people have in common is we like a good laugh. Even though some of us aren't that talkative, we all love to crack up at a good joke. While April brings us showers and May flowers, it is also known as National Humor Month. And along these lines we are proud to present Standing Rock Sioux up-and-coming comedian J.R. Redwater. His traditional name is Wanbli-Ohitika or Brave Eagle, and he's currently headlining the "Pow Wow Comedy Jam," which is headed to an Indian country venue near you.

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