Reservation Redemption

Untamed Network
Reservation Redemption

Reservation Redemption is based on the documentary of the same title, producer and director Brenda Fisher, breaks down her relationship with a childhood friend, Chief, who is currently serving life in prison without the possibility of parole. The podcast takes a deep dive into the issues affecting native communities, including poverty, lack of access to healthcare and education, and systemic discrimination. One of the main themes of the podcast is the legacy of the forced boarding schools and the ongoing impacts it has on native communities. The host explores the ways in which historical injustices, such as the forced relocation of native populations and the theft of their lands, continue to shape the experiences of indigenous people today. Through in-depth interviews with native leaders, activists, and community members, Reservation Redemption provides a nuanced and compassionate look at the complexities of life on the reservation. The podcast also sheds light on the positive aspects of native culture and community. The host showcases the resilience, strength, and determination of indigenous people and the ways in which they are working to reclaim their cultural heritage and promote social and economic justice. From community-led initiatives to preserve traditional languages and customs, to activism aimed at securing basic human rights, Reservation Redemption offers a hopeful and inspiring look at the efforts of indigenous people to build a better future for themselves and their communities. In addition to exploring the challenges facing native communities, Reservation Redemption also provides a platform for indigenous voices to share their stories and perspectives. The host is committed to amplifying the voices of native people and shining a light on the important work they are doing to create a better future for themselves and their communities. Whether through interviews with community leaders, or by featuring the music, art, and storytelling of indigenous artists, the podcast provides a powerful and necessary window into the lives of indigenous people in the United States. An Untamed Network Original Podcast www.untamedriver.com Podcast Management: bfisher@untamedriver.com Ad sales: lwestbrook@untamedriver.com

Episodes

  1. An Act of Kindness for a Family in Need and Life Changing Guidance: All from Behind Bars

    05/01/2023

    An Act of Kindness for a Family in Need and Life Changing Guidance: All from Behind Bars

    Every time I record this Podcast, I think of Danny Trejo. I find myself watching all of his documentaries and movies. He is a true inspiration and has a great outlook and still pays it forward. I have heard from Chief, that he is a legend to the guys in prison. The ones that inspire to be better look up to him. Francis Cullooyah is a spiritual leader who walks his talk. He is from the Kalispel Reservation. He radiates knowledge and runs himself ragged helping others. His social life is beyond any influencer out there. I am a better person for having met him. Chief started programs in prison to help others. His beading program relies on donations to keep the guys busy. He learned to bead, speak his language, perform sweat lodge ceremonies and organized a yearly Pow Wow. This was all to bring those who wanted to be uplifted and inspired a place to belong. His restorative therapy group helped those unable to face their actions, to look at it, like a mirror. His group would find people in need and send out gifts to help with auctions for those going through a tough time, as well as the elders in nursing homes that need cheering up. He found a way to make this happen. One of the stories is Sneena Brooks and his family. I met Sneena in Spokane with a group of Chief's supporters to hear his story. He had a son dying of a childhood cancer. Trips to Children's Hospital in Seattle was a hike and expensive to maintain. Chief heard about his situation and he and his group sprang into action to provide a box of handmade items that could be auctioned off to help with those expenses. Mike Hoover was in Walla Walla with Chief and while he isn't Native, Chief welcomed him into the group. Chief would welcome any one that wanted to learn and be better. Mike recalls his time at Walla Walla and how Chief treated him, when he heard about his clemency. Chief was in for life without at the time and celebrated Mike. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reservation-redemption/donations

    30 min
  2. Prison Stories from Walla Walla: Lost without their culture

    04/20/2023

    Prison Stories from Walla Walla: Lost without their culture

    Chance Carson missing in Omak WA. Last seen on the Colville Reservation, please contact the FBI or tips.fbi.gov Chief had his resentencing and we travelled to Yakima for his hearing. This was an extremely powerful day. I truly hope that there will be healing and that Chief is planning to achieve Reservation Redemption, as much as anyone can. Three stories from Native men in prison. Moses, Daniel and Neil will take you on a journey into their lives. All three were in different stages of their sentences. Neil has been in prison most of his life and should be starting a new life on the outside in November. All hope to achieve something better and to be better, when they are done serving their sentences. Chief has also been a part of their lives as they have attended his restoration therapy group. Those who have attended and have truly started to take responsibility for what got them to this place in their lives. The cultural spiritual programs these guys have helped create include Pow Wow's, Sweat Lodge, Language and Art. Most of the men incarcerated did not know their culture before prison. This program Chief has worked so hard on at Walla Walla, has made a difference in helping these guys find themselves. When you are lost and don't know who you are, it is easy to fall. When you have your culture and spirituality, it gives you a foundation on which to grow. Francis Cullooyah was the spiritual leader that taught Chief and now Chief is teaching others. #SpokaneLanguageRevitalization #PreserveIndigenousLanguages #SalishLanguage #LanguageHouse #WashingtonStateTribes #IndigenousLanguagesMatter #NativeStories #Cancer #ChildhoodCancer #prison #prisonStories #Clemency #payitforward #spiritualleader #leader #beading #PowWow #Sweatlodge #Ceremony An Untamed Network Original Podcast. Podcast management: bfisher@untamedriver.com Ad sales: lwestbrook@untamedriver.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reservation-redemption/donations

    43 min
5
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6 Ratings

About

Reservation Redemption is based on the documentary of the same title, producer and director Brenda Fisher, breaks down her relationship with a childhood friend, Chief, who is currently serving life in prison without the possibility of parole. The podcast takes a deep dive into the issues affecting native communities, including poverty, lack of access to healthcare and education, and systemic discrimination. One of the main themes of the podcast is the legacy of the forced boarding schools and the ongoing impacts it has on native communities. The host explores the ways in which historical injustices, such as the forced relocation of native populations and the theft of their lands, continue to shape the experiences of indigenous people today. Through in-depth interviews with native leaders, activists, and community members, Reservation Redemption provides a nuanced and compassionate look at the complexities of life on the reservation. The podcast also sheds light on the positive aspects of native culture and community. The host showcases the resilience, strength, and determination of indigenous people and the ways in which they are working to reclaim their cultural heritage and promote social and economic justice. From community-led initiatives to preserve traditional languages and customs, to activism aimed at securing basic human rights, Reservation Redemption offers a hopeful and inspiring look at the efforts of indigenous people to build a better future for themselves and their communities. In addition to exploring the challenges facing native communities, Reservation Redemption also provides a platform for indigenous voices to share their stories and perspectives. The host is committed to amplifying the voices of native people and shining a light on the important work they are doing to create a better future for themselves and their communities. Whether through interviews with community leaders, or by featuring the music, art, and storytelling of indigenous artists, the podcast provides a powerful and necessary window into the lives of indigenous people in the United States. An Untamed Network Original Podcast www.untamedriver.com Podcast Management: bfisher@untamedriver.com Ad sales: lwestbrook@untamedriver.com

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