I learn so much from this podcast every episode. It will sound completely cheesy but honestly the profound truths, language, and ideas that surface feel like new building blocks in myself, and I hope for all the listeners to come. The episode with Mohammad El-Kurd completely undid me, and I’m grateful.

Leonard may be indigenous abd he was wrongly convicted but he ordered a hit on an indigenous woman and we will not let him know peace because of it. We will make sure he is put back where he does actually belong. Annie Mae Aquash.

RED POWER HOUR WE NEED YOU!

Love this podcast and the hosts Nick is the best…. Never stop… until the natives, disabled are truly liberated no one is free in America!!!

As a Lakota woman and granddaughter of the Red Power movement, I am absolutely floored by the Anna Mae Documentary episode. I have many grandparents who were involved in AIM, participated in fish-ins in the PNW, and went to the occupation of Alcatraz, and they have all openly discussed both the good and the bad of Red Power. It is possible to hold multiple, complicated views at once: we can acknowledge the critical importance of AIM and the discrepancies in the Anna Mae case while, simultaneously, admit that the movement had its faults (especially in regard to the exploitation and objectification of Native women). Nick is correct that we can’t reduce the movement to its worst tendencies, but to completely gloss over the very real misogynistic currents in AIM does violence to Native women and conceals the radical possibilities that can emerge when we critically reflect on a movement’s failures. If we are to tell a true radical history of our people, then we need to be willing to hold space for dissent and honest reflection. Additionally, the episode on the whole was also rather sexist and perpetuated misogynistic tropes about the naïveté and ignorance of women. Nick and the other podcast hosts rob Anna Mae’s daughters and Yvonne Russo (the Lakota director of the documentary) of all agency or purpose. Nick and the podcast hosts talk about Russo as if she is nothing but a pawn for the white, pro-FBI producers of the documentary. They don’t even mention Anna Mae’s daughters in any serious way until 1:06hrs into the podcast in the last ten minutes of the episode. Rather than situate the documentary into a larger conversation about MMIW, Nick and the podcast hosts present the documentary as pro-FBI propaganda. The entire issue of MMIW is barely even mentioned in the podcast episode itself, which is the whole point of the documentary.

Listening through a few but particularly the episode covering Venezuela you soon realize that this podcast is as extreme to the left as the far right “establishment” they abhor. Don’t waste your time, there’s a reason why few people listen to this garbage. Thank goodness the views here are only held by small group of intellectually challenged people.

Do you want to kill America, the platform which protects your freedom to spew this filth? Dances with Wolves is the most welcoming, educational exposure that most Americans will ever have to the late 1800’s. That’s sad, because there’s so much more. You should appreciate it, at least a little? I’m thankful that we have a great nation where I can listen to a wild opinion. At least you are honest. (Ok, I’ll bump you to a 2 for that.) I’ll also bump you another for the comedy. You make fun of the dirty White Man. I chuckled. Can we do the same of the Red Man? If you have it both ways, good. Your take on a few things with Dances was solid. Like the fact that so much was going on and they made it seem like it was all peace and harmony. There was a lot more going on in 62-63. My fam are pioneers who settled near Sedgwick, the location that Dances was to take place. I have letters where they talk about Indians coming around, begging or demanding free stuff. I also wish so many things would have been different. I sit in judgement of both. Also, Communism is not what you think it is. The Trail of Tears is no where near a sad as the history of that ideology. I’ll follow and keep checking in to hear this nuttiness. I pray they do the same. I’d love the opportunity to break bread, smoke a pipe, and honestly talk through these things with these folks.

10/10. Recomended for fans of Yellowstone and Dances with Wolves. Great coverage of stuff you’ll barely hear about in other news outlets. Interesting analysis created by and made for indigenous people, but that is nonetheless valuable to everyone who cares to listen. Learn about beloved elder and political prisoner Leonard Peltier, the grim legacy of Indian boarding schools, and Palestinian and Native resistance and solidarity. If you listen to NPR you’ve already absorbed one side of these issues through the liberal lens of pods like Ear Hustle, Radiolab, and the news. Do yourself a kindness by expanding your horizons with Native media and perspectives. Most importantly get and stay yoted.

Go Off Nick!

It’s really helpful to hear this kind of stuff. There’s usually so much self-censoring everywhere. I appreciate it. Just updating to repeat my previous sentiment. When everyone else is self-censoring, it’s such a relief to hear someone that will speak.

Thank you and deep gratitude to the hosts/creators for this podcast as one of the most inspiring and revolutionary ones out there. The hosts are committed to collective liberation and all of that intentionality is reflected in the guest choices, topics, format, and content. I have learned so much about Indigenous issues and politics, people, landback, etc. and the interconnection of all of our struggles. Thank you for what you do.

I really appreciate your work in educating folks on current de-colonial activism and historical context particularly in the US and connections abroad. It just makes sense to support indigenous leaders for the revitalization of these lands. As a white settler, I’m humbled and hope to be part of the movement to abolish colonial and capitalist destruction.

Hosts are the epitome of driven articulate erudite masters of the craft of public speaking and people centered politics. Not afraid of speaking their minds and upholding principles to the hilt. Solidarity!

Hey y’all, “Self hating” anti Zionist, trans Jew here… just want to thank y’all for all the work you do and especially the most recent episode. I didn’t know how much I needed to remember and receive the joy and possibility that was/is November 4th. It’s been so tough to pause with the extreme urgency. But your stories and reflections from that day reminded me how important it is to feel the awesomeness of this moment. To let in All the grief, but also all the joy, when it arrives. That balance will keep me going. Thank you for the invitation into some laughter. I needed it. From the river to the sea! ✊🏼🇵🇸 in solidarity, Max

I love the fact that this show showed solidarity with the Palestinians. There are not many podcasts who making the connection between First Nations, Palestinians, ANC, and black folks. Excellent!

what? this is the best and important interview that brings out the truths of our situation the questions are excellent thank you

I am a social studies teacher in Massachusetts and am curious if you have any primary sources regarding the “empire building of Indigenous peoples of the Americas”. I listened to your podcast on your critique of Prey on Hulu and re-examined some of the sources I used and saw this pattern in re-reading my own sources. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you ! Keep up the great work This past year I taught ESL students from Central America and many expressed how they saw their Indigenous background as something they shouldn’t feel proud about. Any advice or information to inspire them to be proud of their heritage? Any advice is accepted. Keep up the good work. In Solidarity

The episodes are educational and extremely engaging. The work of everyone who makes this podcast possible is greatly appreciated

This is a great podcast, wish I startedListening to it sooner. Very precise and detail of indigenous and native people, well as mainstream media and other podcastsWon’t tell the people about what’s really going on to our indigenous native people regarding how colonialism is still happening in every aspect of the modern world. Every episode is truthful in terms of information, spiritual awareness and caring about nature. There is no amount of reparations that can be given for all the heinous acts against indigenous native people. Colonizers give it all back ….✌🏾

The Red Nation podcasts brings us important voices and reports on indigenous people’s movements from the US to places where the US Empire has plotted to pillage and destroy such as Venezuela and Palestine.

Something to consider while talking about love. This involves self love…let us move away from the unconscious use of the term”makes me”, ie, she makes me mad, they make you feel awful. Let us own why we feel a certain way. Why those words bother us, let us own our feelings, not give the control over them to someone else. Love all that comes from this program ❤️

I love this podcast and am grateful for this project. I was especially moved by the Indigenous Pluralnationalism conversation. Deep gratitude for this work 🙏🏻

I am so grateful for the history & insight communicated in these episodes. Thank you for unapologetically singing the truth of indigenous wisdom, resistance, and thriving, and of the awful genocide, past & present. Honoring ancestors and luminaries by sharing them with listeners is such a gift. Much gratitude & respect.

Thank you to you all for this podcast! As a non-tradition doctoral student of history, the field tends to gas-light me every day. This way of sharing knowledge feeds my soul, and gives me strength to push on. Ashley Nichole Lewis

Thank you so much for all the theory, sourced information, and callin people out. It’s been a pleasure to listen to all of you, and I can’t wait to see you succeed!

This organization and podcast has come such a long way. I’ve been taught so much and I love that Jen is on as co-host. Thank you all for everything you do to make this world better. I truly respect your effort and look forward to all you offer us.

I came across the Red Nation about a year ago and have since learned SO much about the past, present, and future of Indigenous peoples in North America. I had somewhat heard of Indigenous activism from recent years like “Land Back” and the protest at Standing Rock, but the Red Nation podcast has really given me a much deeper knowledge these topics and many more, as well as an understanding of why these things are so vitally important and urgent to the wellbeing of not only Indigenous peoples but the planet as a whole.

I am a witness to miracles.

Worth listen! Nick please run for President in 2024!

Ive been looking for a lakota podcast 2 years ago. Finally. Thank you. Good topics. You turned me on to more lakota/Dakota authors.

This show is precious a literal treasure changes my life every day

Thank you for your work, mad props to all of you! This week’s episode “the myth of sex work” with host Jen and Esperenza

Incredible podcast from some amazing Indigenous comrades covering struggles rarely covered by major media.

Some of the jokes (probably more than I realize!) go over my head, but that’s okay - these conversations are helping me wake the f up when I didn’t even know I was still asleep.

I so appreciate hearing from the guests and hosts of the show about their organizing for land and decolonization. As a settler, I’m forced to grapple with my identity and role but also can take guidance on how to engage with these struggles myself. And I’m sad that I don’t hear this sort of wisdom more often or in most spaces I occupy

Comments about the inauguration so f’ing right on! What a disgusting pageant. Hear people saying ‘Unlike tRump, Biden can be pushed.’ Really? The guy who never met a war he didn’t like? Who was so behind locking up as many POC as possible? Scary times roll on. Thanks for being able to laugh- my belly’s hurting so much with the liberal lies , I can’t most days. Xoxo

This podcast is essential to the movement for liberation and I am so thankful for all of the content. Thank you Red Nation for all that you do!

This podcast is an important outlet for the Native American perspective and I appreciate it so much as someone who is not Native but would like to learn as much as I can from Native Americans themselves. That being said, I do find the quality a liiittle lacking sometimes. There are formatting and spelling errors in the descriptions, strange mic noises interrupting speakers, and occasionally I’ve heard conversation that veers from the original talking points into what feels like aimless chit chat. I say this only to help this podcast improve because I think it deserves all the listeners in the world. Keep it up, and thank you!

I love this podcast. Super informative and empowering.

I’d say it should be mandatory listening for all those of white colonial descent, but you know how white people never wanna obey what’s right. The reviews of the indispensability of this little show are not exaggerated. It is helpful to have current dialogues on how the indigenous justice concerns of the USA are not only far more relevant to politics in the US nation, but arguably keystone-level central towards progress overall. Being able to listen to current, topical discussion helps the white perspective gain a better idea of where to place concern and focus. Sometimes the pacing can meander, but not to a terrible degree. Just a note for new listeners; it’s just normal talk-podcast chatter. But the perspectives and touchpoint are deeply worthwhile, and this is fast becoming one of my go-to shows gain a rational take on the climate as a whole, beyond just the Indigenous concerns. Great stuff!

Thank you all for you’re wonderful work. I’ve learned so much since subscribing to the Red Nation podcast. This podcast is indispensable.

Really appreciate everyone’s work to make this possible.

Full of intelligence and insight, inspiring without resorting to optimism.

Great work guys

“Housing is an environmental issue/cops are an environmental issue” thank you for sharing your GIFT 🧟‍♀️

As someone who was taught little to nothing about Native culture or intellect as an American student, this has served as a great resource for information and interest. Thank you for doing this, keep on fighting!!

It could be called: “Unerase us.”

An amazing podcast that I, as a US settler, am learning so much from.

This is a must-listen. I’m a pretty well-rounded reader, but this podcast made me want to dig even deeper into the topics discussed. Don’t stop! 💚

Essential!