Wintertime has always been a time for storytelling in Alaska. Those long, cold nights provided a great season to share the great stories of long ago, Kk’edon Ts’ednee. Kk’edon Ts’ednee… Read More
Past Livestreams
Our People Speak: From Winter Traps to Cozy Hats – Traditional Skin Sewing
Wintertime continues to be a time for sewing in Alaska. Lots of time spent inside offers the perfect opportunity to focus on sewing. Sewing is an important part of Alaska… Read More
Language Journeys: Polly Hyslop on Upper Tanana
Polly Hyslop shared some of the memories growing up in Northway, hearing her Native language, Nee’aanèegn’ (Upper Tanana) from elders, and eventually reconnecting with the language when she returned to… Read More
Our People Speak: Scrape and Call – Moose Hunting in Alaska
In the fall time, moose hunting is an essential way for family’s to provide meat for their survival through the winter as well as reconnecting with the cultural importance of… Read More
Language Journeys: LaVerne Demientieff on Deg Xinag
Special guest LaVerne Demientieff shared her experiences of reconnecting with and learning her language, Deg Xinag, from elders in a class at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, when she was… Read More
Our People Speak: Before the Snow Falls- Preparing for Winter
Before the first snowfall, there’s a scurry of activities to be done, such as hunting and drying meat, harvesting vegetables, and storing food. Second Chief Trimble Gilbert speaks about the… Read More
Language Journeys: Ruth Ridley on Hän
Special guest Ruth Ridley shared some of the memories and experiences growing up in Eagle and learning her Native language, Hän, with her family. Over the years, Ruth has supported… Read More
Our People Speak: Our Way of Life – Then, Now and Forever
August represents an important time for Alaska Native ways of life. It is a time for deep connection to the land and reliance upon its bounty. Miranda Wright addresses the… Read More
Language Journeys: Bertina “Dedo’delu” Titus on Benhti Kenaga’
Special guest Bertina “Dedo’delu” Titus shared her memories of learning phrases of her language, Benhti Kenaga’, growing up in Minto. Bertina is a language learner who’s teaching her children and… Read More
Our People Speak: King of the Yukon – Summer at Fish Camp
Summertime in Alaska means time to go throw out your line, your net, or get your fish wheel turning because its salmon fishing season. Special guests Manny Carlo and Marvin… Read More