Series: Untold Stories Podcasts

The interns found particular value in conducting these interviews as Native youth. We were able to connect across generations; discuss the immense value we find in ceremony; and talk about what it’s like to live in “survival mode” as Indigenous people. Produced by MIGIZI media interns Kija (Red Lake Nation, Cherokee Nation) Franceska (Standing Rock Sioux Tribe), Douglas (White Earth Ojibwe), and Curtis (Leech Lake Ojibwe).

In this episode we will discuss Native Veterans and their mental health. Warning: we will talk about sensitive topics such as PTSD, depression, and suicide. We will also discuss therapy and other ways to support Veterans. Produced by MIGIZI media intern Franceska (Standing Rock Lakota).

Indigenous Veterans benefit from staying culturally connected while serving in the armed forces. In this episode, Veterans discuss how cultural connections offer protection during moments of tribulation during their service. Produced by MIGIZI media interns Gwen (Leech Lake Ojibwe) & Aleahana (Standing Rock Lakota).

Being an Indigenous person in the military can often be a lonely and difficult experience. We heard from multiple Veterans about the ignorance they faced from many of their peers; we also heard how they turned the treatment they received into a learning opportunity, taking it upon themselves to educate fellow soldiers. Produced by MIGIZI media interns Kaylee (Red Lake Ojibwe) & Guillermo.

Indigenous people have always had a proud tradition of protecting our people and the land. Many of the Veterans we talked to spoke about the history of serving our community. MIGIZI youth Interns Douglas, Curtis and Anthony interview Alex Hand, Jim Thunderhawk and Bill Means about the reasons they enlisted in the military. Produced by MIGIZI media interns Douglas (White Earth Ojibwe), Curtis (Leech Lake), and Anthony (Bois Forte).