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They Boy Scouts of America continue to resist the protests of numerous tribes, using Native terminology, ceremonies, regalia and sacred dances. Indian Country Today examines the Boy Scouts of America’s ongoing use of Native imagery in a five-part series. We’ll hear from associate editor Vincent Schilling about what inspired the series. We’ll also check in on recent news highlights affecting Native Americans.
Guests:
Vincent Shilling (Akwesasne Mohawk) – associate editor of Indian Country Today
Mary Annette Pember (Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa) – Independent journalist and writer
Andi Murphy (Diné) – associate producer for Native America Calling, freelance journalist and overlord at Toasted Sister Podcast
Paul DeMain (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and Ojibwe descent) – editor of News for Indian Country
Break 1 music: Grass Dance (song) Tha Tribe (artist) Warriors In The Mist (album)
Break 2 music: Sunshine (song) Audiopharmacy (artist) U Forgot About Us (album)