6.6: The German Fetish for Nativeness: Pretendians, Settler Identity, and Far-right Nationalism
Anna Luisa Schneider (she/her) is a German doctoral candidate in Indigenous Studies at the University of Saskatchewan, located on Treaty Six Territory. She currently resides in Marburg, Germany, where she is completing her dissertation on Germany’s long-standing fascination with "playing Indian"—often referred to as Indianthusiasm, and its ties to self-indigenization within European and settler nationalisms.Show Notes:Titles: Jadaliyya – Settler Coloniality is Coming Home to Roost in EuropeFellow Tribesmen: The Image of Native Americans, National Identity, and Nazi Ideology in Germany ( On JSTOR)German Redemption Theology – Adnan Delalic (Critical Muslim)
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6.5: Reclaiming Self: Maïtée Saganash on Sobriety, Language, and Radicle Love
Maïtée Labrecque-Saganash, from Waswanipi in Eeyou Istchee (Quebec side of James Bay) , is a human rights activist, political commentator, television host and columnist for The Nation magazine. She is also a speechwriter and the Corporate Communications Information Officer for the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay In this powerful episode Maïtée joins Radicle Narrative to share her deeply personal journey through addiction, neurodivergence, and cultural reconnection. From growing up in a trilingual community shaped by colonial borders to finding purpose in sobriety and self-expression, Maïtée speaks with honesty and insight about language preservation, Indigenous governance, and the importance of civil disobedience in the face of systemic injustice. A conversation about nationhood, dignity, and the quiet revolution of being unapologetically yourself.Show Links: Tele Quebec Cours Autochtones 102 - Maïtée Labrecque-Saganash
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6.4 Indigenous Sovereignty over Marxist Theory: Why Marxism Doesn’t Fit Indigenous Nationhood
Mylan sits down with Rick, formerly known as Decolonized Buffalo for a final recorded conversation. “Decolonized Buffalo” is the name of a podcast and the on‑air alias, hosted by Rick. The show focused on Indigenous liberation, settler‑colonialism, and decolonial theory. Rick discusses the decision to step back from online spaces, Quiting and removing the podcast entirely , the pitfalls of Marxist theory in Indigenous spaces, and the call to return home, both culturally and politically.Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareNew Intro Brought to you by Dr. Shane Keepness.
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6.3: Kimberly Tootoosis Red Talk at Think Indigenous International Education Conference 2025
Kimberly Tootoosis resides on Poundmaker Indian Reserve in Treaty Six Territory, where she is deeply rooted in her community and culture. As a proud mother of four and the head of Red Echo Associates, Kimberly combines her academic excellence and lived experience to empower individuals and communities.Kimberly holds a Master's degree in Aboriginal Social Work from the First Nations University of Canada and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College. In addition, she has pursued specialized training in a variety of therapeutic modalities, enhancing her ability to deliver impactful and culturally relevant support.With over 30 years of professional experience, Kimberly has dedicated her career to providing counseling and therapy, as well as leading workshops and training sessions for communities across Canada. Her work reflects her passion for holistic healing, Indigenous knowledge systems, and fostering resilience in individuals and communities.Shownotes: Radicle Narrative Patreon and Links:https://linktr.ee/radiclenarrative?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
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6.2: Taiaiake Alfred on Breathing Life Back into Onkwehonwe Visions of Nationhood
Today we welcome Taiaiake Alfred—Kanien’kehá:ka author, educator, and activist known for influencing indigenous political thought. A former U.S. Marine turned scholar, Alfred founded the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic and has mentored leaders in sovereignty and resurgence for over two decades.His books Peace, Power, Righteousness, Wasáse, and It’s All About the Land challenge colonial systems and call for a return to Indigenous traditions. Taiaiake is now working in Kahnawà:ke on governance, where he is focused on helping to remove his nation from the Indian Act on their terms. Tune in as we talk resurgence, resistance, and reclaiming nationhood.Shownotes:KAHNAWÀ:KE GOVERNANCE PROJECTIt's All About the Land: https://utppublishing.com/doi/book/10.3138/9781487552831
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