This episode features part 2 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island. A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people.
As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation.
Edna’s profound contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, but her humility and focus remain on passing forward the ancestral knowledge to future generations. Her voice continues to be a guiding light for those seeking to reconnect with Indigenous teachings and reclaim their identities.
In this podcast, we are honoured to hear Edna share her invaluable stories and teachings, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding.

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This episode features part 1 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island. A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people.

As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation.

Edna’s profound contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, but her humility and focus remain on passing forward the ancestral knowledge to future generations. Her voice continues to be a guiding light for those seeking to reconnect with Indigenous teachings and reclaim their identities.

In this podcast, we are honoured to hear Edna share her invaluable stories and teachings, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding.

Part 2 will be released on Thurs. December 12th, 2024.

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This episode features Jerry Fontaine, an esteemed Anishinaabe scholar, author, and community leader from the Sagkeeng First Nation. Known for his dedication to Indigenous sovereignty and environmental justice, Jerry has spent decades working to protect Indigenous rights, traditional lands, and cultural heritage. His work centres on reclaiming and revitalizing Anishinaabe knowledge systems, blending academic rigour with ancestral wisdom to advocate for Indigenous rights.

As an author, Jerry has published significant works that explore Indigenous governance, intergenerational resilience, and the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. His commitment to empowering Indigenous youth, preserving language, and advancing community well-being reflects his vision for a future rooted in self-determination and respect for the land. A powerful speaker and advocate, Jerry’s voice resonates as a beacon of knowledge, healing, and inspiration for communities locally and globally.

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