NDN Talk-O's Mary Big Bull-Lewis

On this episode, I will be addressing some questions that I have received regarding why we chose to pivot and retire Wenatchi Wear. I am going to get into some of the nitty gritty of being an advocate paired with owning and operating small businesses. I have been working on the dialogue for this podcast for a while, and it seemed like a perfect day to publish in honor of an advocate who many are quoting today. Let today be a day where we take up space where space wasn’t made for us.

R-E-S-P-E-C-TFind out what it means to me! No, really take the time to pause and consider others boundaries. My boundaries are put in place to protect my mental health, well being and space. Everyone has boundaries and it is important to acknowledge and respect. I get a lot of requests to donate my time. Some of these requests come in aggressively, disrespectful or off-putting. When I get multiple calls & pop-in’s to discuss your event or project, that is not respecting my space.&nbs...

I wanted to do a quick podcast about a hot topic in Wenatchee, WA. The Skookum sign was removed from the top of the Office Depot building. I have been tagged in multiple posts regarding articles I have written, our design and my opinion on the image. I would like to reiterate the purpose of Wenatchi Wear reclaiming that image and the mission of Wenatchi Wear is to create awareness and empower Indigenous Peoples through authentic threads. Our designs are created by myself or husband, we a...

NDN Talk-O's with Mary Big Bull-LewisIn this first episode of NDN Talk-O's, I talk about reconnecting with my culture, what inspired me to launch my second business, Wenatchi Wear, how I launched a land back fundraiser and formed a nonprofit, Indigenous Roots & Reparation Foundation. I also talk with my friend, Chelsea Murphy, who is a local advocate and inspiration. She wears many hats and recently added co-producer to her title as the new Brave Space Media film Expedition Reclamation ha...