Opening the Box of Knowledge Podcast Sam Grubitz

In episode 4 of season 2 we had the pleasure to meet virtually with the multi talented photographer, videographer and writer Joe Yates. Originally from Craig, Alaska, Joe now lives in Anchorage and has had many exciting projects in the last 5 years including working on the hit series Molly of Denali, National Geographic's Life Below Zero and many more exciting opportunities. Enjoy the episode!

In Season 2, Episode 3, we had the pleasure of having Dr. Tina Woods on our show. Woods is Unungax (Aleut) and originally from Saint Paul Island, and Chamorro from the Island of Guam. She was adopted Lingít (Tlingit) into the Kaagwaantaan, (Eagle, Wolf), and her given name is Náakw laatseeni.







Woods holds doctorate in Clinical-Community psychology with a Rural Indigenous Emphasis from the Universities of Alaska Anchorage, and Fairbanks. She respectfully blends both Western science and Indigenous practices based on teachings from Elders.







In this episode we focus on healing and how our culture has the ability to heal and using that healing to meet our tribal citizens where they are at. We hope you enjoy!







Trigger Warning - This production contains material of a sensitive nature including trauma related issues that may be triggering for some individuals.

In Episode 2 of Season 2 we met with illustrators, Nick and Kelsey Foote whose most recent work on the children's book Kuhaantí is nothing short of amazing! Kuhaantí is written entirely in Lingít with no translations making it the first of its kind in decades. We hope you enjoy our discussion and getting to know the wonderful brother and sister combo of Nick and Kelsey.

We are back! We kicked off episode one of season two with the incredibly talented Warren Jones! Warren Jones is a Yup’ik philosopher on culture, awareness and identity. Take a listen to a great opening episode and a guest that we would love to host again in the near future!

In Episode 14 we had the privilege to sit with Tlingit author, editor, and playwright Vera Starbard. Known for her work on the Emmy nominated television series, “Molly of Denali”. We have a wonderful discussion regarding her work on the show as well as an uplifting conversation about Indigenous people occupying spaces in television, movies, theater and more.

On episode 13 we feature social media influencer and TikTok content creator Ciugun Kelsey Wallace. Ciugun is Yup'ik and originally from Mamterilleq (Bethel), Alaska located on the Kuskokwim River. Ciugun creates inspiring and comedic content with a passion that can be heard throughout this episode. We hope you enjoy!