Known as the "Lilly of the Mohawks" Kateri was a Mohawk woman born in the mid 17th century. After being baptized by Jesuit missionaries she became a Christian that worked to incorporate her faith fully into her native culture. Three centuries after her death she was canonized as a Catholic Saint in 2012. This week we are joined by journalist Peter Jesser Smith as he unpacks her life and legacy. A Lily Among Thorns The Mohawk Repatriation of Káteri Tekahkwí:tha By Darren Bonaparte · 2009

Two more fun fables written by Arthur C. Parker (Gawaso Wanneh) (Seneca)

Perry Ground is a member of the Onondaga Nation. He belongs to the Turtle Clan and has spent the past 30 years as an oral storyteller. Preforming and sharing traditional Haudenosaunee stories is his passion. Listen to why telling stories is an important part of every culture.  To have Perry come and visit your group you can contact him through his website at https://talkingturtlestories.com

In our final episode in our Haudenosaunee in the Civil War series we take a look at how other individuals and communities made contributions to the war effort.  We will cover Dr. Peter Wilson (Cayuga), the U.S. - Dakota War of 1862 and the Oneida Nation of Green Bay, WI Notes: Federal Publishing Company. The Union Army A History of Military Affairs in the Loyal States 1861-65 — Records of the Regiments in the Union Army — Cyclopedia of Battles — Memoirs of Commanders and Soldiers Volumn VI...

Here is a short update on what you can expect from us in 2022. More interviews with members of the Six Nations. More traditional stories. Same great show made with love.

In 1862, after struggling for over a year to join the war effort dozen of men from the Seneca and Tuscarora nation were finally given a chance to showcase their prowess and courage.  Notes Armstrong, William H. Warrior in Two Camps: Ely S. Parker, Union General, and Seneca. Syracuse University Press, 1978. Federal Publishing Company. The Union Army A History of Military Affairs in the Loyal States 1861-65 — Records of the Regiments in the Union Army — Cyclopedia of Battles — Memoirs of...

In 1861 a group of Seneca-Cayuga Iroquois who had relocated to Oklahoma in search of peace find themselves right in the middle of the American Civil War. Learn about the war in the west. This episode has everything, Cherokee Confederates fighting against Free Black Soldiers and Union allied Iroquois. Maurading desperados, tears, betrayals, death, and of course many battles. Notes: Armstrong, William H. Warrior in Two Camps: Ely S. Parker, Union General, and Seneca. Syracuse University...

This week we cover the greatest Indian civil rights leader of his generation.

Snowsnake is one of the most popular indigenous winter sports. Not only for people in the Haudenosaunee community but for dozens of other nations and tribes as well. Learn about how this entertaining game is played through today's story about two young boys who fall into an argument about the outcome of a Snowsnake match.    Story based on the traditional tale as told in, "Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children", by Mabel Powers (Yeh Sen Noh Wehs) published 1917

It is known as the Creator's Game. People in North America have been playing Lacrosse for thousands of years. In modern times high schools and colleges have developed large programs. International competition has been growing as well.  Today we are pleased to have several members of the Iroquois Nationals Organization joining the show. Executive Director Leo Nolan (Mohawk Nation), Rex Lyons (Onondaga Nation), David Bray (Seneca Nation), and Pro player Randy Staats (Mohawk Nation). ...

Fox and Raccoon continue their contentious relationship in this short story. Based on Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers [1917]

Today's co-host is Karl Dockstader. Karl is a member of the Oneida Nation. He is an award winning radio host and a fan of Iroquois History and Legends. Together we cover racism, treaties, culture, and history. We look at past and present Haudenosaunee generations and their impact on the world. Finally we ponder what the future of the Six Nations might be seven generations from now. References: Janet Rogers Poems from Peace in Duress ...

A few years after the Civil War, General Grant became President Grant and his friend Ely was appointed the Commissioner of Indian Affairs. He was the first indigenous person to hold the office. Today we finish our three part series on the life of Ely Parker The Life of General Ely S. Parker by Arthur C. Parker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W0LEWL0/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Warrior in Two Camps by William Armstrong  ...

In 1863, after years of lobbying Parker was finally off to war.  As General Grant moved up the ladder of command Ely went with him every step of the way. The Life of General Ely S. Parker by Arthur C. Parker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W0LEWL0/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Warrior in Two Camps by William Armstrong  https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Camps-Iroquois-Their-Neighbors/dp/0815624956 American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by Jon Meacham ...

It could be said that Ely Parker was the most famous Seneca man of the 19th Century. The grandnephew of Red Jacket became a teenage diplomat, interpreter, aspiring lawyer, domestic engineer and Sachem all before the age of 30. The crazy thing is, that is not at all what he is remembered for. Later in life he would become a General in the Civil War, a Wall Street broker and the first Indigenous person ever to be the Commissioner of Indian Affairs. In this episode we look at the early years of...

This is an interview that Andrew did in 2018 on the award winning One Dish, One Mic radio show. The name comes from the idea of One Dish and One Spoon. An ancient concept going back at least to the foundation or the Haudenosaunee Confederacy itself. Sean Vanderklis (Mississauga) and Karl Dockstader (Oneida) were gracious enough to give us permission to let us air this on our channel. http://1dish1mic.com

Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers (Yehsennohwehs) -1917- Fox and Raccoon are at it again but this time it will work out well for some bland looking birds. Recorded with Ezra Guite Cotter and Ethan Cotter.

Fox and Rabbit cause a lot of mischief. Learn how fire, and war came to man.  Find out how rabbit received his split lip. Adapted from the story as told by Arthur C. Parker (Seneca)

How the Boy Got His Name is based on "How an Indian Boy Got His Name" an Iroquois tale as told by Mable Powers (Yen-Sen-Noh-Wehs) in 1917.

This update is a snapshot in time.  Monday March 23, 2020.  The world is in the midst of a global pandemic.  Known at this time as COVID-19. This highly contagious virus has force governments around the world to halt travel and compel its citizens to remain at home.  Andrew gives an update on what that means for the podcast.

New Legends Episode - Raccoon is starving and needs to use his wits to get a meal.  The crayfish are not an easy dish. Based on the Story by Arthur C. Parker (Seneca)

This week Director Garrett Wendt joins the show to discuss his upcoming documentary. We talk about what inspired him to undertake this massive project. We touch on the Haudenosaunee influence on the Women's Rights movement, as well as learn about abolitionists Charle Finney and Fredrick Douglas. You don't want to miss this film! For more information click here: https://iamrochester.com https://www.facebook.com/RochesterMovie/

Tecumseh is in the fight for his life at the Battle of the Thames.  Meanwhile, bloody conflicts continue on both sides of the Niagara River.  Can the Confederacy survive another Civil War? Sources: The Iroquois in the War of 1812 by C. Benn The War of 1812: A Forgotten Conflict by Donald Hickey The Wampum Chronicles- by Darren Bonaparte Transcriptions from Draper Manuscript (1877) Draper Manuscripts, Series U, Volume 11 Notes from Oneida Indians - Oct. 30 - Nov. 2nd inclusive, 1877