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Lakota Link lakotalink
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- History
As a Lakota woman artist, I want to be a link between the Native American culture and others. I will be sharing my family history. I know the importance of not losing the oral stories and history of the elders.
For all those who are interested, I have selected special guests that provide insight into the aspects of Native American life today. I bring you stories old and new.
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Collaberation with Scott Simpson
Scott and Sandy explain how they created "Running the Milky Way". A Song honoring the Horse Nation.
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”Lakota Link” a new adventure
Interview with Scott Simpson. Collaborating on a new adventure.
Lakota art bridges into musical territory. -
Re-Intro to ”Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson
“Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson
September 28, 2021
“Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson
Jim Thompson a radio and rodeo announcer sharing his connections with Native Americans. You will find out how he got recognized as the “Voice of the West”. Jim shares some of his career history. We learn how he was able to achieve his goals through years of hard work. He always has had a heart and understanding of Native American issues.
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Re Intro to Walter Mills a Lakota Elder Part II
Re intro to -- Walter Mills Lakota Elder Part II
September 21, 2021
Walter Mills, Lakota Elder
It is fascinating to get a view of life on the Pine Ridge Reservation in the 1940’s and 1950’s. A glimpse of what life was like for Native Americans at that time. One small fact was you could not purchase dog food at that time. So if you had a family ranch and loved dogs how did you manage? It was a pleasure to visit with Walter and have him share his experiences.
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Re-intro to Walter Mills, Lakota Elder
Walter Mills, Lakota Elder
September 7, 2021
Walter Mills, Lakota Elder
Walter is the son of Sidney and Grace Mills. He grew up on the Pine Ridge Reservation and is an enrolled Oglala Lakota. He shares what his life was like in the 1940’s and 1950’s on the reservation. We talk about the beginning of WWII and how Native Americans have a greater percentage per capita of enlisting into the service. We will continue with Walt’s story part II next week.
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Re-Intro to Walter Littlemoon, Wounded Knee Takeover 1973
Walter Littlemoon, Wounded Knee Takeover 1973
August 31, 2021
Walter Littlemoon, Wounded Knee Takeover 1973
Part II of the Wounded Knee takeover in 1973. Walter Littlemoon is an enrolled Oglala Lakota tribal member. He grew up on the Pine Ridge Reservation. As an author he is eloquent in explaining his experiences of the takeover. A different perspective of the impact and how it affected the people that lived in the Wounded Knee village.