13 episodes
Pieces CBC Indigenous
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- Society & Culture
Since the day he was old enough, Jeremy knew he was different. A mix of Indigenous and white heritage, he has experienced life through both vantage points – as well as the stereotypes. Join 19-year-old Jeremy Ratt on a journey of self discovery as he seeks to understand his roots and all of the distinct “pieces” that form who he is today.
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Bonus: How to celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day all summer long
Today we have a special bonus episode for you from our sibling show Unreserved, a fearless space for Indigenous voices. Host Rosanna Deerchild is ready to Indigenize your summer with a tastemaker’s guide to the best books, movies, podcasts and more.
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S2 E5: Reciprocity and strength in sharing stories
Jeremy sits down in a talking circle to further discuss identity, lateral kindness, healing and the importance of doing the work of finding out who you are. And just a warning, this episode contains language that some listeners may find offensive.
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S2 E4: Community
The search to find and understand your identity can come in many places, both physical and emotional. Jeremy learns about how language, home, play, food and service can all impact someone’s journey.
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S2 E3: Healing
Art and healing weave throughout Jeremy’s story. But how do those themes shape who we are? We move toward that answer through music and family roots.
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S2 E2: How we got here and where we go?
The concept of lateral kindness is brought to Jeremy as a way to explore one’s own identity and offer support to Indigenous urban youths. Meanwhile, Jeremy’s mother, Carmen, checks in.
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S2 E1: From yearning to learning
Jeremy’s identity journey evolves from one journey to an exchange of journeys through a discussion with a listener who reached out after season one. Their conversation centres around the question “what does it mean to be Métis?