The Red Nation Podcast
The Red Nation
The Red Nation Podcast features discussions on Indigenous history, politics, and culture from a left perspective. Hosted by Nick Estes and Jen Marley with help from our friend and comrade Sina. The Red Nation Podcast is also the home of Red Power Hour, hosted by Melanie Yazzie and Elena Ortiz.
Our show is entirely supported by our patrons on Patreon, support the show and get access to bonus content and other patron exclusive benefits here: Patreon.com/redmediapr
Website: therednation.org
Follow the hosts on Twitter @nickwestes and @JenMarley1680 and the Red Nation @The_Red_Nation.
Theme song: "Dead Horse" by Weedrat https://weedrat.bandcamp.com/
Our show is entirely supported by our patrons on Patreon, support the show and get access to bonus content and other patron exclusive benefits here: Patreon.com/redmediapr
Website: therednation.org
Follow the hosts on Twitter @nickwestes and @JenMarley1680 and the Red Nation @The_Red_Nation.
Theme song: "Dead Horse" by Weedrat https://weedrat.bandcamp.com/
Episodes
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Feb 22, 2021 • 1h 2min
The myth of "sex work" w/ Esperanza Fonseca and Khara Jabola-Carolus
"The Red Nation Podcast" welcomes Esperanza Fonseca, advocate for sex worker rights, and Khara Jabola-Carolus, activist fighting against global imperialism. They discuss the historical roots of the sex trade, debunking myths surrounding sex work, challenges faced by women in the industry, and the role of imperialism in pushing women into prostitution. They also challenge criticisms faced by the abolition movement and emphasize the importance of decolonizing society.
Feb 15, 2021 • 1h 2min
All walls must fall w/ Harsha Walia
Harsha Walia discusses her new book, Border and Rule: Global Migration, Capitalism, and the Rise of Racist Nationalism, the Indian farmers' movement, and how she became an organizer. Support: patreon.com/therednation
Feb 13, 2021 • 1h 48min
Seven Generations of Red Power
Hosted by the Albuquerque Museum This panel brings together several generations of Red Power activists from its founders to its present day participants, who will comment on its legacy in New Mexico. Panel moderated by Dr. Nick Estes, guest curator for the exhibition, who is joined by Jennifer Denetdale, Simon Ortiz, and Jennifer Marley. Video
Feb 11, 2021 • 6min
(Preview) Anne Spice - "Blood Memory"
A preview of some of the great bonus content available to patrons of the show. Sign up for as little as $1 and help support the Red Nation's work. Support: patreon.com/therednation Anne Spice, a Tlingit member of Kwanlin Dun First Nation, teaches at Ryerson University in Toronto.
Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 5min
Canada is illegal w/ Karla Tait & Anne Spice
Karla Tait, a member of the Unist'ot'en House Group of the Gilseyhu Clan, joins Anne Spice, a Tlingit member of Kwanlin Dun First Nation, for a discussion on the one-year anniversary of RCMP raid on Unist'ot'en Camp. Support: patreon.com/therednation
Feb 1, 2021 • 1h 15min
Public land is stolen land w/ Dina Gilio-Whitaker
Dina Gilio-Whitaker joins hosts Jen Marley and Nick Estes to discuss her book As Long as Grass Grows: The Indigenous Fight for Environmental Justice, from Colonization to Standing Rock (2019) and what she foresees from Biden's climate policies. Support: patreon.com/redmediapr
Jan 25, 2021 • 1h 19min
Settlers Gone Wild: Inauguration Hangover
Kim Tallbear, Andray Domise, and Melanie Yazzie join co-hosts Nick and Jen for a post-inauguration recap. Support: www.patreon.com/redmediapr
Jan 25, 2021 • 1h 50min
Hank Adams: In Memoriam
Hank Adams (1943-2020) was a renowned Red Power activist from the Fort Peck Indian Reservation. In this recording, Adams talks to long time friend Billy Frank Jr. about the Northwest fishing wars and much more. Rest in power. Source Support: patreon.com/therednation
Jan 18, 2021 • 1h 11min
The Scam of Reconciliation w/ Eva Jewell
Dr. Eva Jewell (Ma'iingan Dodem)—Anishinaabekwe from Deshkan Ziibiing with Haudenosaunee lineage—explains that Canadian reconciliation with Indigenous peoples won't be fulfilled until 2074. Uahikea Maile talks with Dr. Jewell about the Yellowhead Institute's new report to hold Canada accountable for genocide. They discuss crocodile tears, genocide deniers, and the scam of reconciliation.
Jan 11, 2021 • 1h 40min
Settlers Gone Wild: Capitol Hill Edition
The Red Nation comrades Melanie Yazzie and Sina Rahmani join host Nick Estes to introduce new cohost Jen Marley, and to discuss the Jan. 6 MAGA siege of the US Capitol building. Support: patreon.com/therednation
