Tales From The First Nation

Marriage #1

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we begin to look at a few stories of love and marriage.

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Little Man With Hair All Over

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today I share one of the coolest stories I have ever read. I hope you'll enjoy this tale before Hollywood makes it into a blockbuster!

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Dogs #2

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we celebrate man's best friend one more time with a beautiful story.

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Butterflies

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we celebrate our friend of summer, the butterfly with 2 beautiful stories.

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Introducing Jay Can Do Anything!

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Check out the new podcast from Fonzie Studio Productions! Jay Can Do Anything follows Jay's adventures as he tries different careers and adventures as he feeds the imagination in the child in all of us. Don't miss any of the adventures here or on YouTube. Never forget, Jay Can Do Anything, and so can you!

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Lenape

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

It was brought to my attention that I had been mispronouncing the name of the Lenape, so I wanted to make an apology for my error and spotlight them today.

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Winter

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we conclude our 4 part series on the seasons with 3 Winter tales.

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Autumn

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we continue our 4 part series on the seasons with 2 Autumn tales.

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Summer

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we continue our 4 part series on the seasons with a summer tale.

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Spring

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we begin our 4 part segment on the seasons with 4 tales of spring.

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Flying Squirrel And The Seasons

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today we have an epic tale about Flying Squirrel and how he meets the seasons as well as many others in this epic that would make Homer proud and give Odysseus pause.

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The Squirrel

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The squirrel is such an interesting little animal who is friends to so many of us, but a difficult neighbor to others. Today we celebrate our little friends with 4 legends..

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Wolf

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The wolf was such an important animal for our Native American ancestors and a lot of other cultures too. Today we'll hear 3 legends of the wolf.

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Otter

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

You otter enjoy this wonderful episode about the playful otter.

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Mice

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We all have great purpose, even the tiny little mouse. Today we have a few legends that show us just how mighty the mouse is.

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Bees

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This is a pretty "sweet" episode dedicated to the busy little bees who make life possible for us.

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Bears Part 2

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

I just had a feeling that you needed some more bear medicine, so I accidently decided to share some more with you.

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Buffalo

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We began the series with the story of White Buffalo Calf woman, so I wanted to begin this year with "Buffalo Medicine" and the gift of buffalo.

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New Year's Special - Hiawatha The Unifier

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Welcome to 2026! I wanted to begin our new year with a powerful story of unity and joy.

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Disease & Medicine

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

What is the origin of disease? Today's legend addresses why diseases plague us, but how love can help heal us.

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Salmon

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We'll begin season 2 with a little swim with the salmon so we can respect them more.

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Needles & Leaves

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Ever wonder why trees lose their leaves, but pine trees keep their needles? Today I'll tell you the legend that explains why.

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Bears

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we'll dive into a little "Bear Medicine" and the love of Momma Bear.

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Kokyangwuti Part 3

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

It has been a while since we have spent time with Kokyangwuti, so I wanted share some more of her wisdom and compassion with you.

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Thunder & Lightening

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Let us escape from the winter cold for a few moments and return to a spring and summer thunderstorm. We'll hear two legends today about the origin of thunder and the power of lightening.

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Mosquito

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Does anyone actually like mosquitos? Turns out a few do. Today we'll learn why they are so angry at us and how they might be helpful..

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Dogs

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

I want to dedicate today's episode to my friends Mila, Hector, and Mary, as well as all the wonderful dogs of past, present, and future who have blessed us through our lives. Today we'll dive into the legends and wisdom of our canine friends.

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Horses

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Horses had such a huge impact after they arrived in North America. Called "Elk Dogs," horses changed the lives of our Native American ancestors and today we'll learn the legends associated with the gift of horses.

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Sun part 3

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

What could be more important to our lives than the sun? Today we explore some of the legends associated with sun as well as some of the sun's wisdom in this 3rd and final episodes about our favorite star.

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Sun part 2

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

What could be more important to our lives than the sun? Today we explore some of the legends associated with sun as well as some of the sun's wisdom in this second of 3 episodes about our favorite star.

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Sun part 1

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

What could be more important to our lives than the sun? Today we explore some of the legends associated with sun as well as some of the sun's wisdom in this first of 3 episodes about our favorite star.

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Dream Catchers

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

You can find dream catchers all over the world now, but what are they? What do they do? Today we look into the origin stories of dream catchers and give them the respect they deserve.

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Snake

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Snakes terrify most of us and often have a bad reputation, but it isn't necessarily deserved. Today we shine a light on our ground slithering friends.

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Coyote

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Coyote is typically known as the trickster and troublemaker in most stories, but today we'll look at some of the good he has done in various legends.

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Tobacco

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Few plants were as important to the tribes of North America than tobacco. Today We'll look into the legends, history, and cultural significance of tobacco.

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The Prairie Dog

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

I had a dream last night about a prairie dog and sought to find out what it meant. As it turns out, prairie dogs are amazing animals with some great stories connected to them.

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The Beaver

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Did you ever wonder about the origin of the beaver or all the wonderful things it does for us and it's ecosystem? On the next cold winter night, give thanks to the beaver for the heat you enjoy! Find out why in today's episode.

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The Wendigo Returns

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we look at another story about The dreaded Wendigo. This story might be a little scary for young listeners, so be sure to listen to it before sharing it with small children.

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The Three Sisters

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We often talk about and animals and trees, today we're looking at the three crops that our Native American friends relied on the most.

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The Bobcat

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Fonzie was taking a little extra active role in writing last week's episode and I got to wondering if our Native American friends had cats underfoot and in the way. Turns out they didn't have a housecat, but a few (very very few) had a bobcat.... +

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The Ash Tree and The Nunne'hi

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

It is time to spotlight another tree! I love trees! Today we're going to give some love to the Ash Tree and some of the special spirits associated with them, The Nunne'hi.

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Chief Standing Elk Meditation BONUS EPISODE

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

I found such a wonderful piece written by Chief Standing Elk, that I had to share it. It is inspiring, beautiful, and just what we need to help us through the workweek. Enjoy this bonus episode.

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The Swan

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we spotlight the elegant swan and all the elegance and wisdom it possesses. We look at a tale about a Red Swan and enjoy a beautiful song about a black swan.

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The Owl

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we look at an animal that has been in nearly every episode but never received it's time in the spotlight. It is my grandmother's favorite animal but it has a mixed reputation in stories. Let's get to know the owl.

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Kokyangwuti Part 2

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we have the second episode dedicated to Kokyangwuti, also known as Spider Grandmother. It is a great story and a lot of great information on a wonderful woman.

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Kokyangwuti Part 1

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we have the first of our two episodes dedicated to Kokyangwuti, also known as Spider Grandmother. It is a great story and a lot of great information on a wonderful woman.

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The Stag and Deer

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:00:20 GMT

I wanted to spotlight the beauty and spiritual majesty of the stag and deer. We have 3 stories today. The first one is a Cherokee legend that spotlights how the stag got his horns. The second story is another Cherokee legend that might be triggering to victims of violence. It isn't graphic but it is a short story of a woman killed in an act of violence that is given powers by a stag to become a spirit protector of women. Our final story is a love story.

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Common Murres

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 16:00:54 GMT

While reading the news I saw that Common Murres were facing a high risk of extinction and wanted to pull them into the spotlight. I had to work hard to get a story for them, but I felt they were worth it. I hope you'll enjoy our spotlight on this beautiful bird.

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The Drum

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 16:00:34 GMT

Can you believe we have gone this far into the series without talking about the drum? This felt like a dope-slap moment for me, so I had to remedy it fast.

We have two great stories for you today. The first is from the Abenaki people and the second comes from the Ojibwe people and involves a Sioux woman named Tailfeather Woman.

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The Birch Tree

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 16:00:37 GMT

I felt it was time to put another tree into the spotlight, so today we look at the birch tree and share two stories from the Ojibwe people.

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The Loyal Sweetheart

Sat, 31 May 2025 16:00:10 GMT

Can you believe that we've gone this far into the series without a love story? This beautiful Wabanaki story of romance and faith gives us an opportunity to talk about courtship and romance.

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The Man-Eater

Sat, 24 May 2025 16:00:26 GMT

Despite the name of this episode, it isn't a scary story. It is a beautiful Hopi legend about appreciating those who love us.

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The Wendigo

Sat, 17 May 2025 16:00:07 GMT

Today's story is an old Algonquin legend. It is essentially a ghost story, but it teaches a valuable lesson. You should probably listen to it before sharing it with young children, but we can learn a lot from this tale.

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The Magpie

Sat, 10 May 2025 16:00:08 GMT

We talked about the crow last week, so today we'll talk about their cousin the beautiful Magpie. They offer us good luck, and according to the Lakota people, they put us at the top of the food chain.

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Crow

Sat, 03 May 2025 16:00:53 GMT

The crow is a wonderful bird with a complex reputation. They are associated with light and dark qualities. So, I thought we should learn a bit more about them and share a tale from the Inuit people of Alaska.

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The Cedar Tree

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:00:02 GMT

I felt that it was time to spotlight another tree so I felt that the Cedar tree would be a great option. We have a wonderful Cherokee Legend to share the splendor of this tree.

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The Origin Of The Wind

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:00:26 GMT

From the beginning of time man has harnessed the power of the wind for various things, but where did it come from? Today's Aleut legend will explain it all.

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The Fox and the Turkey

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 16:00:49 GMT

Nobody can out fox a fox.... except maybe a Turkey... With their beautiful tail feathers this noble bird has a lot to offer.

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Dragonfly BONUS Episode

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:00:18 GMT

Isn't the dragonfly a cool little insect? I'm releasing this as a bonus episode because I couldn't find any full stories to accompany the episode. This is mostly some cool information and summaries of stories, so I thought I'd bring you some good luck in the middle of the week. Have a great week.

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Thunder Mountain: Chequa Bikwaki

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 16:00:51 GMT

Ever wonder what thunder comes from? Today's Potawatomi Legend will make it all clear for you.

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Glooscap

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 16:00:58 GMT

Today we look at a popular character among the Abenaki and Wabanaki Confederacy. The character's name has multiple spellings and pronunciations, I hope I was able to do him justice as we spotlight him today.

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The Pine Tree

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 16:00:27 GMT

This episode is very special to me. In addition to three wonderful stories, I also take you with me to my favorite park to hang out with my favorite tree "Red".

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The Great Bear

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 16:00:05 GMT

Did you ever wonder why we have colorful autumn leaves? Well, wonder no more! This Algonquin legend explains it all.

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The Great Flood

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 16:00:10 GMT

Most cultures of the world have a flood story. I thought they all did until I began researching this episode. Today we'll hear and Ottawa (Odawa) legend about how Nanabozho recreated the world after the great flood.

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Juanita, Marianita, The Cat, and The Bear

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:00:43 GMT

As you could tell from the title, this story has quite a cast of characters. This is another San Juan Pueblo People tale, and it will seem similar to a tale you already know. I'll just say this...always be kind to the cat.

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The Coyote & The Fox

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:00:47 GMT

It is very important to have trust in any relationship. Today's Pueblo tale shares the risk of trusting the wrong people.

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Manabozho And The Maple Trees

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 16:00:22 GMT

Today we combine my 3 favorite things: Trees, Maple Syrup, and a wonderful story. Did you ever wonder why maple syrup is so hard to make? Well this Ojibway legend will explain why it takes so long now, but was so much easier and faster in the past.

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How a Turtle Deceived the Coyote

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:00:39 GMT

Today we have another Hopi story. There isn't a lot of depth to the story today, but it is a very interesting tale and one that you have probably heard before with different characters. Let's see if you recognize it.

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The Girl Who Was Saved By The Wren

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT

Today's story is a wonderful Hopi tale about the Katcinas stepping in to help a girl when she was in trouble. I think it is a wonderful story and I hope you enjoy it.

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Sedna, Mistress of the Underworld

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:00:03 GMT

Today's story is a little violent. It isn't graphic, but it could be triggering to victims of violence. It tells the story of a man who wasn't a good father and how his actions towards his daughter created all the sea animals but lead to the demise of both himself and his daughter.

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Love and Caring A Bear Story

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 16:00:47 GMT

A lot of people have a deep love for animals, but what if I told you that animals have a deep love for us too? In this story from the Dene People, we learn about a bear and his noble sacrifice to save a man and his village.

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The Girl Who Married The Moon

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 16:00:24 GMT

As a kid growing in up central Ohio, I loved looking up at the night sky and seeing the stars and moon. However, in this Aleut legend one girl took that love a little bit further and married the moon.

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How Hummingbird Got Fire

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 16:00:11 GMT

Hummingbirds are beautiful and majestic birds, but their beauty is only half of their magic. Today we'll discuss the importance of the hummingbird and the blessings they bring to us.

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Game Mother

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 02:45:33 GMT

I love animals! Today we'll look at the story of where animals came from and how they were loved into the world.

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White Buffalo Calf Woman

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 16:00:31 GMT

I wanted to start the series off with one of the most spiritual stories that I know and an explanation as to why I wanted to begin this podcast. Start our journey with us, I hope you'll enjoy.

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Tales From The First Nations Trailer

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:25:00 GMT

Introducing a new podcast to leave you with a positive mood to start your week. Like and follow "Tales From The First Nations" and join our journey.

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