Decolonizing Thanksgiving: Ethical Celebrations and Indigenous Rights

Get "Liberate Your Business" by Becky Mollenkamp https://liberateyourbusiness.com/In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Becky and Taina tackle the complexities of Thanksgiving—a holiday deeply rooted in colonialism and one that many now see as a day of mourning for Indigenous peoples. From exploring the history of the Land Back movement to dissecting the capitalist takeover of the holiday season, this episode is full of reflections, insights, and actionable ideas for listeners who want to align their celebrations with their values. Becky and Taina discuss ways to decolonize Thanksgiving traditions, support Indigenous rights, and rethink consumerist habits like Black Friday shopping. They also share personal anecdotes and commitments for making this time of year more meaningful.Discussed in This EpisodeThe history and myths of ThanksgivingThe Land Back movement and its implicationsWhy Thanksgiving is a day of mourning for Indigenous peoplesDecolonizing Thanksgiving celebrations with small but meaningful actionsEthical considerations around Black Friday and consumerismHow capitalism shapes Thanksgiving traditionsPractical ways to support Indigenous businesses and organizationsIntersectional feminism and its connection to Indigenous rightsTeaching kids about the true history of ThanksgivingSmall steps listeners can take to honor Indigenous communitiesResources MentionedNative-Land.caAn Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-OrtizBraiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer