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In September of 2005, Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo/Diné) joined Native America Calling as an associate producer. She later moved into hosting our national talking circle where each weekday she has engaged with many guests and experts connected to our different Indigenous circles. For nearly 16 years she has worked diligently with a full heart to help uplift the voices of our Native nations through our Indigenous airwaves. Her work has helped open up more understanding of who we are as Native people and the strong foundations that we come from and the issues we face. Today Tara honors her time with Native America Calling and the many voices who’ve shared space with her on-air as she gets ready to take on a new chapter in her life. Join us as we celebrate her work and wish her well on her new journeys.
Guests:
Camille Lacapa (Hopi-Tewa/Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe) – radio producer and former fill-in host for Native America Calling
Anton Treuer (Ojibwe) – Professor of Ojibwe/Bemidji State University
Ron “Ronnie B” Bryan (Navajo) – One of the many voices of KUNM’s Singing Wire
Break 1 music: Wim Ah I Wem, Tiwa (signal) Gregg Analla (artist)
Break 2 music: Coming In “Tewa” Song (song) Sidney Poolheco (artist) Heartfelt Songs (album)
thank you I have enjoyed listening to this program as well as you. It amazes me that you know and or aware of your subjects. “Blessings on your new Path forward.”
Oh, Tara, I am so sad at the thought of your departure! I have listened to and been informed by this program for as long as you have been the host. Your comforting voice and insightful interviewing style has enhanced a program that really is a public service.
I certainly wish you the best of health and much happiness as you make changes in your life. Just know that you will be truly missed!
Best wishes and many blessings,
Celeste Thompson
Rio Rancho, NM
As a non-Native, I discovered Tara & Native America Calling more than a decade ago and listen at least a few days every week when I can- So much to learn and to enjoy!
Tara has been a marvelous host – caring, respectful and instructive!
I’ll miss her presence, but applaud he next contributions to all-
May you carry the Spirit!
Pam Fraser-Walters
Albuquerque, NM
should have held on to her.
I never said this before.
I grew up listening to this show. I love it! Thank you for your work. I wish you all the best.