A podcast to amplify indigenous voices while building powerful connections through conversations, culture and community. For far too long, indigenous people have been targeted, silenced, and made nearly invisible by the societies that surround us. The values that maintained balance of our shared land and communities are old, valuable, and deeply needed in our world today. During our time together we will explore many topics through storytelling, laughter and sometimes tears. Come along on this journey where together we will feel the power of relationships and experience healing that comes with centering Wabanaki culture. Each month, and often more, we will share an episode with our guests to offer good medicine to all who join. Woliwon (Thank you)!
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“For the Love of.. Series” launches the second episode of the series: For the Love of Music. Auntie Lauren & Auntie Lisa welcome a very special guest to the studio, Yo Yo Ma! Uncle Yo Yo shares his commitment to music, stories of childhood, and his love for Wabanaki territory. Aunties Lauren and Lisa sit in conversation with Uncle Yo Yo and talk all things values, service, and love for one another. Our special Uncle has released over 100 albums, played for presidents, and won Grammys! The Aunties and listeners are very fortunate to spend this time with such a special soul. Please remember to tune in each Tuesday in February for our “For the Love of… Series”. Next week, we bring you another new episode that you will not want to miss!
Aunties on Air Episode 17: For the Love of Healing
Episode 17
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 • Duration 01:30:21
Episode 17: For the Love of Healing
“For the Love of.. Series” launches the first episode of the series: For the Love of Healing. Auntie Lauren & Auntie Lisa welcome two special guests to the studio, both guests known in Wabanaki territory for their commitment to healing. Chief Clarissa Sabattis and Steve Knockwood talk about their personal stories of healing and how their work provides healing opportunities to others. Our guests’ deep commitment to indigenous people and all people who wish to heal, is both apparent and extraordinary. Sacred stories of healing are heard throughout this special episode, providing hope to all who listen. The Aunties could not have thought of a better way to begin our month of LOVE together. Please remember to tune in each Tuesday in February for our “For the Love of… Series”. Next week, we bring to you Yo Yo Ma! This week, sit back, breathe deep, lean and listen, each day healing is so near.
Aunties on Air Episode 15: Reflecting on the Run! We did it!
Episode 15
Tuesday, January 7, 2025 • Duration 34:33
Episode 15: Reflecting on the Run! We did it!
Our run is DONE! And boy was it FUN! The Millinocket Marathon & Half did not disappoint! Our Team showed up with the energy to run, cheer, and serve! It was a cold start to the morning, just over 0 degrees, but warm with love! Auntie Lauren started the race with a traditional song, honoring Wabanaki history and recognizing our connection to the sacred territory, Mt. Katahdin. Race day was filled with excitement, the crowd was ready to cheer and did so every mile of the race! The runners, including Auntie Lisa and Auntie Saige, came with commitment and smiles on their faces despite the frigid temperatures! And.. the race organizers, a dynamic team which includes Uncle Gary Allen (episode 11), who amaze us every year, we thank you! Kci Woliwon! Please sit back or take a walk and listen to our reflections from the run and hear from other Team Wabanaki runners!
BONUS - Gratitude & Forgiveness: Leaning into 2025
The Aunties are joining you on New Year’s Eve from their podcast studio in downtown Bangor, Maine! We are preparing to ring in 2025 and want to wish all our listeners a year filled with joy, abundance, and healing! Our team is excited to welcome you to a wonderful “in studio” New Year’s Eve celebration where the Aunties reflect on the previous year and share their wishes for the year to come, while remaining grateful to you, our listeners and our “Aunties on Air” guests! This episode, the Aunties and special guest, Cyril Francis will share a beautiful Passamaquoddy tradition that is often practiced during this special time of year. We are looking forward to joining us in the New Year, as we fill the studios calendar with guests from across Wabanaki Territory and beyond! Please continue to tune in as we enter the second half of Season 1 of Aunties on Air in 2025!
Aunties on Air Episode 14: Celebrating the Season & Each Other
Episode 14
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 • Duration 37:40
Episode 14: Celebrating the Season & Each Other
The “Aunties on Air” Team wishes all of our listeners a joyous holiday season! Our entire team is around the table for a holiday celebration. We wish for comfort and love for every person. For any of you that feel struggle at this time, we pray, light smudge, and hold you close today and always. Please stay to the end of our holiday celebration, Auntie Lauren shares a very special rendition of Silent Night with a special guest. It’s not to be missed.. your heart will thank you!
Aunties on Air Episode 13: Water is Life (Samaqan nit pomawsuwakon)
Episode 13
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 • Duration 56:39
Episode 13: Water is Life (Samaqan nit Pomawsuwakon)
The Aunties welcome two honored Passamaquoddy guests to the studio, Chief Pos Bassett and Attorney Corey Hinton. This is the first time a Wabanaki Chief has been in the studio and the Aunties are honored. Both Corey and Chief Bassett will discuss the history of the Sipayik Passamaquoddy water crisis, where have we been and where are we now. Maine, “the way life should be” is often how you see this state described. Maine has a brand, it is a brand that includes vast forests, beautiful coastlines, robust rivers, and clean air. While Wabanaki Territory (what some now call Maine) is a sacred home to Wabanaki people and has been for thousands of years, we know the risks deep within the land and created by the people. Passamaquoddy people have lived with dirty water for generations, poisonous water entering the community and homes of the people. Throughout the state of Maine, when water is unsafe, the response is fierce, and the problem is mitigated. For the Passamaquoddy people, the story has been different. Why?
Read more about Clean Water for Passamaquoddy tribe in Sipayak -
Aunties on Air Episode 12: Sovereignty: What We Hold Sacred
Episode 12
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 • Duration 51:04
Episode 12: Sovereignty: What We Hold Sacred
A conversation not to miss! As we wrap up Native American Heritage Month and enter a holiday week for some, this episode has perfect timing! Wabanaki Territory, or what some call the State of Maine, is a sacred place. A place that has provided Wabanaki people abundance for thousands of years. A place that desperately needs her people to heal. Wabanaki territory and Wabanaki people are deeply connected, holding knowledge that provides the nourishment for both to thrive. Ambassadors Maulian Bryant and Zeke Crofton-MacDonald join the Aunties in the studio to discuss all things SOVEREIGNTY! From the Land Claims Settlement Act of 1980 to present day, you will hear the importance of recognizing the sovereignty of Wabanaki people and correcting the harms that have occurred to heal generations to come. The Aunties and Ambassadors talk about the difficult journey Wabanaki nations and people face while trying to advocate for the same freedoms that all other indigenous nations have within United States. Maine is an outlier, a state like no other, taking the freedom of indigenous people. This conversation is filled with curiosities and calls to action, calling all “Aunties” listeners to demand change!
Bonus: Milestone and Magical Moments! The Aunties & Team Celebrate!
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 • Duration 35:00
Bonus: Milestone and Magical Moments! The Aunties & Team celebrate!
Aunties on Air… and some Uncles too has something to celebrate! You all know we like to celebrate, find joy, and recognize accomplishments as much as possible. We also know that despair and difficulty is near each of us and there are many things that may get us down. Aunties on Air strives to be that space where yes, we can talk about difficult things and as importantly, where we find joy, laughter, and support. In this episode, you will hear that laughter and feel that joy as we celebrate our podcast reaching double digit episodes! While we know we are babies in the pod world, starting just 6 months ago, we are proud that we have shared deeply important stories with our listeners. Reaching the 6 month (and double digit episode) milestone is when we thought… why not.. Let’s throw a party! This shorter in length pod episode is not short of celebration! Please join us while we have a conversation with many of those involved with the Aunties podcast! We talk about our lessons learned so far, our hopes for the future, and much more!
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Trailer - Aunties on Air…and some Uncles too Trailer
Episode 1 – Introduction
Episode 2 – Aunties Visit the Studio
Bonus - Coming Up Next on Auntie; Our Young People are in the Studio!
Episode 7 - Mother Earth: Our History, Our Healing, Our Responsibilities - Part Two
Bonus – Coming Next on Aunties; Exploring Our Relationships: Our Allies, Our Friends
Aunties on Air Episode 11: Community Healing & the Millinocket Marathon
Episode 11
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 • Duration 01:05:15
Episode 11: Community Healing & the Millinocket Marathon
The Aunties welcome Gary Allen to the studio! Gary, the founder of the Millinocket Marathon and runner extraordinaire, is a human with love in his heart and fire in his feet! Throughout this episode you will hear a consistent theme of love and service, making ripples to make big changes. The passion Gary holds for community, all communities, is felt with each story he tells. Gary has a lifetime of accomplishments, from running to D.C. from Maine to finishing dozens of marathons, each a hard feat providing awareness and care. The joy in the studio is infectious, the Aunties know the listeners will feel the joy when they tune in!
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