Seventh Fire Podcast

Native Youth Resource Centre

From NYRC Studios in downtown Toronto - a podcast interviewing some of Turtle Islands' most interesting artists, activists, elders, professionals, and creatives on their journeys. Join us for in-depth discussions with our hosts Claire, Allison, Lua, and Evan.

Episodes

  1. 05/09/2024

    Indigenous Sovereignty & Resistance/Traditional Tattoo Practices with Mercedes Terrance & Jared Jock

    From Akwesasne Mohawk Territory, Mercedes Terrance is a traditional tattoo artist and Jared Jock is a quillwork and basket maker. On this episode we discuss making connections through tattooing, activism using Non-Violent Direct Action (NVDA), being gentle with ourselves & much more.

  2. 10/04/2023

    Trials & Tribulations with Zhaawnong

    Zhaawnong is an indigenous Content Creator, Video Creator & Story Teller. On This episode, we talk about balancing western & traditional education, social media activism, as well as managing social media burnout & staying connected with the culture.

  3. 05/16/2023

    Blurred Visions with Mattmac

    Mattmac is a blind Oji-Cree artist who writes, raps and produces his own music. Mattmac’s debut 20/20 gives his listeners a glimpse into the mind of a blind creative hoping to paint vivid sonic pictures of struggle, healing, celebrating love, family and life on the rez.

  4. 09/09/2022

    Every Conversation Starts with Aaniin

    Welcome to season two of Seventh Fire Pod! So stoked to be back in the saddle and off to an amazing start with the Chelsee Petit of the indigenous streetwear store Aaniin! Evan and Allison chop it up LIVE from the drop-in floor during one of the NYRC's Maamawi Culture Nights!

  5. 02/14/2022

    Just Goin For It with Call Her Aunty

    Recorded earlier in 2021, we sat down with Qua and Grace from the venerable podcast Call Her Aunty. A "podcast from two Ojibwe chicks trying to live their best life in the city". We talk about how they came to podcasting and what their journey has been like. They gave us so much insight on how to run a successful podcast and what to keep in mind in doing the damn thing!

  6. 08/16/2021

    Knowing Your Worth with Assinewe Jewellery

    Anddddd we're back! Join Claire and Evan for our conversation with the Assinewe sisters. We talk about how they've managed to launch their brand during COVID and what keeps them inspired in their process. Edie and Jacquelyn Assinewe are twin sisters who were born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. They are members of Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation. Both are full-time students studying business and fashion. They are bringing their passion to life with the creation of Assinewe Jewelry!

  7. 06/28/2021

    A Stone In A Still Pond with Kairyn Potts

    Our Indigenous History Month x Pride Month programming continues with the rising star that is Kai Potts. Join Allison and Evan in their conversation with one of Tkaronto's newest residents, that's undoubtedly been taking the city by storm.  Kai Potts (he/him) is a Nakota Sioux Two-Spirit from the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation in Treaty 6. He is a passionate advocate for indigenous youth and whose work focuses on Two-Spirit resurgence, mental health, and IndigiQueer identity. Join Kai Potts while they do his makeup and speak on his Two-Spirit identity.

  8. 06/21/2021

    Existence As Resistance with Scott Wabano

    This week on 7th Fire Pod, Claire and Evan sat down with the one and only, might we say ICONIC, Scott Wabano. 2Spirit Eeyou, SCOTT WABANO grew up spending their adolescence amongst the isolated Indigenous communities along the coast of James Bay. Scott struggled with their identity growing up and often found comfort and escapism from his difficult life in fashion and pop culture magazines. Often reflecting on why he did not see any Indigenous representation, this resulted in a passion for Scott to change that. After high school, Scott made the difficult decision to leave their home community to pursue their goals within fashion and create safe spaces for 2Spirit/IndigiQueer Youth in urban settings.

  9. 05/31/2021

    Authenticity and Fried Chicken Sandwiches with Born In The North

    This week on Seventh Fire Pod, Born In The North.  Born in the North is the design duo consisting of twin brothers Christopher and Gregory Mitchell. They are multidisciplinary artists whose work is inspired by their Mi’kmaq ancestry and Canadian upbringing. Christopher and Gregory started doing freelance graphic design while attending college in Brooklyn, New York. After moving back to Canada, the brothers started designing clothing and opened an online shop.

  10. 05/10/2021

    Rediscovery, Expired Status Cards, and One Person Ago

    Welcome to our first official episode of Seventh Fire Pod! For indigenous youth, by indigenous youth! Get to know our hosts Lua Moondor, Allison Palmer, Claire Zwicker, and Evan Redsky. We talk about our identities, the journey towards our cultures, and what the city of Tkaronto means to us.

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About

From NYRC Studios in downtown Toronto - a podcast interviewing some of Turtle Islands' most interesting artists, activists, elders, professionals, and creatives on their journeys. Join us for in-depth discussions with our hosts Claire, Allison, Lua, and Evan.

Information

  • Creator
    Native Youth Resource Centre
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Native Youth Resource Centre
  • Show Website
    Seventh Fire Podcast