KMUD - Heart of the Earth

Birthright Citizenship and Protecting Mother Earth

Agnes Patak — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

What is natural Birthright and the Supreme Court? Water rights and Uranium extraction on sacred lands and Chaco Canyon drilling.

Oak Flat, Jim Page, Garry Farmer

Agnes Patak — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Update on Oak Flat, an interview with Jim Page and an analysis of Native actor and activist Garry Farmer's speech at Bioneers by Julie Frucella.

Native Food Sovereignty

Agnes Patak — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If Chavez's name comes down so should Columbus's. Crystal Wahpepah Indigenous food warrior.

The Meaning of Shared Repression, Love and Allyship

Agnes Patak — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The Choctaw Nation and the Irish. The forced sterilization of Native Women. Bios of Ada Deer and Agnes Ross.

Native Womens Stories and Poetry

Agnes Patak — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Native women speak the truth. Stories and Poems from Native Women from many nations from Turtle Island.

Womens Herstory Month

Agnes Patak — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Sterilization, Jody Potts-Joeseph Native woman musher, Stories and Poems from growing up Native in America.

Revisiting Leonard Taino Culture - Sterilization- Emily Pike

Agnes Patak — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Leonard one year after his release. Taino culture is alive and well. Sterilization of Native Women. One year after the murder of Emily Pike.

Remembering Jesse Jackson and Land Back

Agnes Patak — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Honoring Jesse Jackson, Washoe Tribe gets land back, conviction of Nathan Chasing Horse.

Removal of Native History and Protecting Native People and Communities

Agnes Patak — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The removal of Native history and climate change in National parks. The meaning of Fort Snelling to Native people. Native I.D.

Noone is Illegal on Stolen Land

Agnes Patak — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Broken Treaties, Personal Experiences of Native I.C.E Detainees.

Minneapolis and Native Presence

Agnes Patak — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Native ceremony at site of the murder of Alex Pretti by I.C.E. Native patrols, Native resistance.

The Revolution Will Not Be Livestreamed

Agnes Patak — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Stories from Native Peoples experiences with I.C.E. and what it means to be a Native Person during these times.

Dr. Martin Luther King Remembered

Agnes Patak — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Speeches from the march on Washington August 28, 1963. NACP, national Urnban Leauge, UAW, The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters.

Remembering Wounded Knee

Agnes Patak — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Remembering the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890 and words from Russel Means and Dennis Banks.

Stories of Indian Country

Agnes Patak — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Stories of I.C.E. and Tribal ID, Stereotypes of Indians and dolls, Land back and the Vatican gave back some items, Women and Buffalo.

Thanks-taking Day

Agnes Patak — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Statements from Native Americans and the Wabanoag Nation about being Native and the celebration of the so called Thanksgiving Day. Give Thanks.

Voting and Native American Heritage Month

Agnes Patak — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Stories on voting, interview with Clan Dyken about Big Mountain, Grandmothers and Native American Heritage Month, and a story about a childrens book on Standing Rock.

Who We Are

Agnes Patak — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Stories on Mackenzie Scott, Being an Anishinaabe, Lakota made poem, food sovereignty and award winning chef Crystal Wahpepah's Pumpkin Squash soup recipe.

March to Remember

Agnes Patak — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Stories on Typhoon Halong's devastation on Native Alaskan homes, the Rapid City march that took place on Indigenous People's Day, and information on the first large-scale boarding school memorial in the United States.

Remember Your History

Agnes Patak — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the medals of honor of Wounded Knee refusal to resend, Erasing the placards for the Trail of Tears and Hate, Empathy and Extremism.

Conversation with Leonard Peltier Pt. 3

Agnes Patak — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:07:00 +0000

The conclusion of the conversation with Leonard Pelier from his home in North Dakota on the Turtle Mountain reservation.

Conversation with Leonard Peltier Pt. 2

Agnes Patak — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Contiuned conversation with Leonard Pelier from his home in North Dakota on the Turtle Mountain reservation.

Coversation with Leonard Peltier

Agnes Patak — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:09:19 +0000

A conversation with Leonard Peltier about his life, the FBI and freedom. More to come in next weeks episode.

The Life of Graham Greene

Agnes Patak — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Remembering the Oneida actor who showed us humor, wisdom and humanity.

Moving on

Agnes Patak — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:05:18 +0000

Oak Flat, New generation runing for office and Native fashion

Rewriting American History

Agnes Patak — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000

The most recent ruling on Oak Flat, rewriting American history, Smithsonian exhibit in in Lawrence Kansas, and a recap of the Santa Fe Indian market.

Where are Your Women?

Agnes Patak — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:05:32 +0000

Alligator Alcatraz, The history of Native women in leadership roles, The Columbian amazon, Potawatomi reunification.

The Spiritual use of sage

Agnes Patak — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000

A message from Leonard Peltier, the loss of public broadcasting funding on Native American radio stations and a revisit of some of John Tudell’s last words………………...

We're still here

Agnes Patak — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Indian countries reaction to Ann Coulter's post on X. Humor is survival.

We will Build Again

Agnes Patak — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Heart of the Earth, we talk about the Indigenous people of Greenland reclaiming Inuit tradtions, the resettlement of native Alaskan tribes due to climate change, and end with info on an urban Indian health center in Oakland.

22 Arizona tribes flags removed and Kupuna's sustainable land stewardship

Agnes Patak — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:12:06 +0000

Today 4 stories : 1) Misleading Native history. 2) Flag removal in Arizona 3)The fight for climate and environmental justice has always been led by indigenous.3) Land back to the Potawatomi Nation in Illinois 4) Funny story from Ricey Wild

Removal of Ira Hayes and the Navajo code takers from government websites

Agnes Patak — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 01:02:46 +0000

On today’s episode of Heart of the Earth we talk about the removal of Ira Hayes and the Navajo code takers from gov’t websites, Trump and return of colonialism, the passing of Arizona Rep. Raul Grijalva and an update on the murder of Emily Pike.

Honoring Women Warriors: The Tragic Story of Emily Pike & Ancient Paths to Peace

Agnes Patak — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 23:53:05 +0000

On today's episode of Heart of the Earth we hear about the brutal murder of Apache Nation 14 yr old Emily Pike. We hear from Lyla June on 3000 yr old solutions to modern problems. We also learn of looking to Indigenous pathways to peace by Binalakshmi Nefram of the Manipuri people of India. Honoring these women during Women's Herstory month.

Voices of the Land: Celebrating Native American Women’s Poetry for Her Story Month

Agnes Patak — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 01:11:32 +0000

on today's episode of heart of the Earth, we are celebrating woman's her story month by sharing the poetry of Native American women

Heart of the Earth: Stories of Survival and Resistance

Agnes Patak — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 23:59:08 +0000

on today's episode of heart of the Earth, we talk about the documentary film Sugarcane , which has been nominated for an Academy award. It tells the story of many generations of a family who is at Indian boarding school in British Columbia. We also discuss Nemomye nenquimo's book We will not be Saved A Memoir of Hope and resistance in the Amazon rainforest, we also talk about a native Alaskan who was only 17 years old and committed suicide in the very northern part of Alaska near the Arctic Circle in the town of what is what was known as Barrow. the police put his body on a sled and drove it through town.

Leonard Peltier’s Homecoming, Native Citizenship, and Warm Elders

Agnes Patak — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:13:31 +0000

On today's Heart of the Earth we celebrate Leonard Peltier's return home to the Turtle Mt Chippewa nation in North Dakota. We also talk about the "citizenship" of Native Americans and Trumps plans. We end with the story about the nonprofit Warm Elders that provides firewood to elders on the Navajo Reservation.

Honoring John Trudel: Poetry, Legacy and red Dirt Boogie

Agnes Patak — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:27:53 +0000

On today's episode of Heart of the Earth we honor the late Santee Sioux poet and artist John Trudell. He would have turned 79 on Feb 15th. We hear the poems he wrote in the last year of his life, and also a review of the Red Dirt Boogie concert that took place in Tulsa Oklahoma on February 6th.

Directive 47: Federal Funds, Deportation, and Indigenous Knowledge

Agnes Patak — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 01:49:39 +0000

on today's episode of heart of the Earth we discussed 47 directive of freezing federal funds and how it affects Indian country. We also discuss 47 directive on deportation and how that is affecting native people in America who have been detained and we also discuss indigenous knowledge and how it can save mother Earth

Heart of the Earth: Leonard Peltier’s Long-Awaited Freedom

Agnes Patak — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:59:02 +0000

On today's episode of Heart of the Earth, I spent the hour sharing the incredible news of Leonard Peltier being freed from his prison cell to home confinement a real victory for Indian country.

A discussion with Morning Star Gali a member of the California Pit Nation

Agnes Patak — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:39:58 +0000

On today's episode of heart of the Earth, I interviewed Morning Star Gali of the California Pit River nation. She is the Director of Indigenous Justice and is also part of the International Indian treaty council. We discussed medicine lake and other issues.

Voices of Justice: Honoring Deb Haaland and Seeking Clemency for Leonard Peltier

Agnes Patak — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 01:05:01 +0000

In this episode, we offer prayers for Southern California and reflect on the legacy of Deb Haaland, the first Native American Interior Secretary. We honor her transformative work for Native communities, public lands, and environmental justice. The episode also shines a light on Leonard Peltier’s case, his sacrifices, and the growing call for clemency by President Biden. Featuring a powerful story from Native News Sun by Grouchy Gourmet and an exploration of the role of music in advocacy, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to resilience, justice, and hope.

Remembering Wounded Knee: Honoring History and Reclaiming Culture

Agnes Patak — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 21:09:22 +0000

Today’s episode of Heart of the Earth focuses on remembering the Wounded Knee Massacre, which took place on December 29, 1890. We will also discuss the commemorative horse rides held to honor this history. Additionally, we’ll explore how ceremonies that were and still are integral to Native American culture were once criminalized. Finally, we’ll share a statement from Chuck Hoskin Jr., Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, on the importance of reclaiming school lands.

Voices of Justice: Peltier, Preservation, and Native Artistry

Agnes Patak — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 01:28:49 +0000

In this episode, we explore the growing pressure on President Biden to grant clemency for Leonard Peltier, a pivotal figure in Native American rights. We also discuss the president’s historic decision to designate the Carlisle Indian Industrial School as a national monument, acknowledging its profound legacy. Plus, we celebrate the creativity and cultural contributions of Native artists shaping contemporary art and storytelling. Join us for a powerful conversation on justice, history, and Indigenous resilience.

Water rights and Otherworldly Encounters: Navajo Advocacy with Earl Tully and Ojibwe of ETs

Agnes Patak — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 02:25:54 +0000

Today on “Heart of the Earth,” I spoke with Earl Tulley, Vice President of the Navajo Water Rights Commission. We discussed the ongoing struggle of the Navajo people to secure the water rights they are owed, as well as the critical House and Senate bills aimed at addressing this long-standing issue. Later in the episode, I shared a fascinating story from Wild Rice of the Ojibwe Nation about her personal experiences with ETs. It’s an episode that blends advocacy, history, and the unexplained — all at the heart of the Earth.

Unmasking Thanksgiving: The true story behind the myths

Agnes Patak — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 23:19:05 +0000

In this powerful episode, we confront the whitewashed narrative of Thanksgiving taught in schools and expose the fairytales that mask a history of land theft, betrayal, and brutality. We explore the real story of the Pilgrims’ arrival in America — a disaster for the colonized and a boon for the colonizers — and its lasting impact on Indigenous communities.

Listeners will learn about the origins of the annual sunrise event celebration on Alcatraz Island, a tradition rooted in Indigenous resistance and activism. We’ll discuss how this gathering serves as a modern-day reminder of colonial injustices and a call for healing generational wounds.

We also highlight Native American Heritage Month as a time to amplify the voices of Indigenous storytellers like Tommy Orange, whose work sheds light on the enduring legacy of brutality against Native protestors and the resilience of Indigenous cultures.

This episode challenges listeners to rethink school Thanksgiving activities that perpetuate the “Thanksgiving Lie” and invites educators, parents, and students to confront the truth. By examining the real history of Thanksgiving, we seek to honor Indigenous communities and support ongoing efforts for justice and recognition.

Join us for an eye-opening journey into the untold stories of resistance, survival, and the ongoing fight for Indigenous rights.