Breakdances With Wolves

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Ep. 81 - Talkin' Smacktivism W. Nikkita Oliver Aug 27, 2018

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The gang is back and they brought Nikkita Oliver back to the studio to talk Smacktivism aka gently nudging your allies out of their problematic stances. Well, that's the nice way to put it. But this is all from a place of love. We swear. Plus we got some tidbits like the thing with Kyrie Irving, and a few others. Dive in and enjoy!

Ep. 80 - Hawaiian Indigeneity W. Gerry Ebalaroza Aug 22, 2018

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Gyasi and crew are joined by native Hawaiian scholar, speaker and consultant Gerry Ebalaroza to talk the Hawaiian indigenous struggle, cultural appropriation, the spirit of Aloha, and and navigating the mainland.

Ep. 79 - The Alcohol Talk Part 2 Aug 13, 2018

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The whole crew is back in the mix and they're taking on Part 2 of their conversation about alcohol. Should Natives drink? Is it a good thing, a bad thing, or something in-between? It's a complicated topic but it's one that needs to be explored. Come join us on the journey.

Ep. 78 - Identity, Sexuality And Teepee Confessions Jul 27, 2018

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We were blessed with the presence of Prof. Kim TallBear of the University of Alberta to talk identity, sexuality, relationships and a few other things we aren't going to put here in this description. But it's colorful, meaningful and entertaining.

Ep. 77 - Firewater: A Discussion About Alcohol & Natives Jul 24, 2018

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Gyasi and Wes sit down for a talk about drinking and Natives. Is it cool? Should it be alright? How does it play into Native identity? Part of an ongoing conversation about one of the biggest issues in Indian Country.

Ep. 76ish - Gyasi Ross X How To Be A Better Drinker | "Not Drinking With Gyasi Ross" Jul 17, 2018

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Gyasi Ross drops in for a show with the guys from How To Be Better Drinker. Because Gyasi does not drink, they decided to talk about how to host for non-drinkers and answer questions from someone who has never had a sip of alcohol. It's a different look at the man behind the mic.

Ep. 75 - Retaining Hope & Fighting the Muslim Ban Jul 02, 2018

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Gyasi and Wes are in studio talking with Fathia Absie & Ilyas Aden from Eat With Muslims, a non-profit that gives non-muslims the chance to break bread and get an intimate look at the people behind the stereotypes. Also joining in by phone is attorney Ramzi Kassem, and organizer and activist for immigrant rights based on the east Coast. This week is all about the travel ban and everything that goes along with it!

Ep. 74 - Treaties, Bob's BS, and Winning w/o Celebrating Jun 25, 2018

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Gyasi and Wesley Roach sit down with some special guests, including Willie Frank Jr. to talk the war on treaty rights, and the recent ass whuppins the Supreme Court handed Bob Ferguson and the State of Washington.

Ep. 73 - Family, Relations And Kinship Jun 19, 2018

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Gyasi Ross sits down with Minty Longearth and Matt Remle to talk relations. What does family mean? What does community mean? How are these relations fluid? How do Natives see each other? Dope and deep, we're proud of this one.

Ep. 72 - Funerals & The Passings Jun 11, 2018

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It's been a heavy week for the fam, but rather than let it win, we're talking about it. Funerals and passings, traditions and philosophy. Walk with us while pay our respects.

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