On this episode, we speak with contemporary artist and White Earth Nation citizen Kent Estey. Kent paints at his home studio in Naytahwaush, in the heart of the White Earth Reservation. He's known for …
Archives for August 2026
MNN Extended Interview: Senator Mary Kunesh on Legal Protection for Wild Rice
This week, we revisit reporter CJ Younger's interview with Minnesota State Senator Mary Kunesh about why she is trying to pass legislation to protect the Minnesota state grain, wild rice. Image …
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Rafael Gonzalez, aka, Tufawon: How a Minneapolis Rap Artist Learned How to Sing and Make a Difference
We are very excited to speak with Rafael Gonzalez, aka, Tufawon. He is a Mdewakanton Dakota and Boricua (Puerto Rican). He's a rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer who calls South Minneapolis home. …
Minnesota’s Native Political Candidates, and the Pipestone Pipeline
This week, an uptick of Native political candidates in Minnesota and a pipeline that is planned to cut across an important sacred site. Executive Producer: Travis …
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