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I’m back home after a week in Orlando at Podfest, and it feels good to be back in my own space again. Podfest is always one of those trips that fills my cup. Getting to see old friends, sitting in on great sessions, and making some new connections reminded me why I love this whole creator community world so much.
Do you listen to podcasts? If so, which ones are in your regular rotation right now?
For me, it finally feels like 2026 is really getting started. Getting the flu right around New Year’s slowed me down more than I expected, and it took a bit to feel like myself again. Now I do. The fog has lifted, the energy is back, and I’m ready to dig into the projects and ideas I’ve been planning for this year.
And yes, there are some cool things coming.
One of our biggest focuses this year is growing our new community platform. We just passed 300 members, which honestly makes me smile every time I think about it. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you can join us for free at circle.powwows.com. It’s been great seeing the conversations, questions, and connections already happening there.
On a more personal note, I’m also pushing myself a bit. I’m in the middle of a challenge to post a short video every day for 30 days. Some days it’s easy, some days it’s uncomfortable, but that’s kind of the point.
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In a world brimming with diverse cultures and rich heritage, there are few experiences as enlightening and enriching as immersing oneself in the traditions and stories of indigenous peoples.
The tapestry of Native American cultures woven across the United States is a testament to the deep-rooted history and wisdom that these communities hold. While history books offer a glimpse into the past, there's nothing quite like stepping into the heart of these cultures through firsthand experiences.
From the vast landscapes of the Navajo Nation to the lush forests of the Haida people, Native American cultural tours offer a portal into a world of age-old traditions, breathtaking craftsmanship, and a connection to the land that is unlike any other.
Today we call this the Dawes Rolls, although it encompasses the original Five Civilized Tribes of the South East (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, and Seminole).
This article is specifically about the Cherokee Roll. To describe this roll and purpose, first, we must do a bit of history and hopefully give the reader a better understanding of this particular Roll.
An act of Congress approved on 3. March. 1893 (27 Stat, 645) authorized the establishment of a commission to negotiate agreements with the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek and Seminole tribes providing for the dissolution of the tribal governments and the allotment of land to each tribal member. The sponsor, Senator Henry L. Dawes of Massachusetts was appointed Chairman of the Commission on 1. Nov. 1893, after which it has commonly been referred to as the Dawes Commission.
I and a partner do kids crafts every year at the White Eagle multicultural pow wow here in Des Moines, Iowa and we are looking for inexpensive supplies we can use. Most of the kids who come to the craft tables are below age 10. Any ideas on items we can find that would help us sneak in a little indigenous culture while being very for little ki...
This gourd turtle is a reminder of origins, I use it to hold small items once owned by my ancestors that I now use in my own craftwork; a pocket knife, lighter, measuring tape, sewing scissors. Turtle needs to be embellished with some beads, but I am still waiting for inspiration.
Check out this amazing bead work! https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/10/renee-condo-bead-sculptures/?utm_source=colossalnews&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Fri+Oct+31+2025&utm_campaign=Guided+by+the+Whistles
Ever wondered where you can experience and learn more about Native culture while you are traveling?
I'm not talking about visiting a museum, which, by the way, we have an excellent guide on Native American museums to satiate your historical curiosities. But now, let's focus on unearthing the spectacular Native American sites sprinkled across our nation, places that are teeming with history, culture, and a little bit of mystery.
Hidden among North America's vast, rugged landscapes lie thousands of sites with a unique story of the continent's original inhabitants: the Native Americans. Whether towering mesas, ancient cliff dwellings, or petroglyphs etched into canyon walls, each site offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people who once called the land their own.
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