Ep. 24: Under the Spotlight and Inside the Heart with Anna Lambe

This podcast episode is a deeply candid conversation between two Indigenous women who hold space for each other in a way that’s both tender and powerful. Anna Lambe—Inuk actress from Iqaluit and the breakout star of North of North—joins Dr. Candace Linklater for an intimate dialogue that weaves together personal stories, professional reflections, and shared truths from the front lines of Indigenous visibility.Anna opens up about the realities of navigating the entertainment industry as a young Inuk woman, speaking honestly about everything from the highs of success to the quiet, unseen struggles—like dealing with adult acne in the public eye, reclaiming self-love, and managing the pressures of fame. Together, they explore the nuanced dynamics of relationships, the unspoken griefs carried in Indigenous womanhood, and the electric, transformative force of feminine rage.What unfolds is a soul-level conversation between two women who understand what it means to carry their communities, face the weight of representation, and still show up with humour, softness, and strength. From laughter to raw vulnerability, this episode feels like sitting in on a sacred kitchen table talk—one that reminds us of the power of Indigenous connection, storytelling, and truth.BioAnna Lambe is the lead in CBC’s hit series North of North, which premiered with a rare 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and named Rolling Stone’s Top 10 Shows of 2025. An Inuk actress from Iqaluit, Nunavut, Anna first broke out in the 2018 film The Grizzlies, earning a Canadian Screen Award nomination at just 18. Since then, she’s starred in Trickster, appeared in HBO’s True Detective, and become a rising force in Indigenous storytelling.Off screen, Anna is a fierce advocate for her people. In 2020, she made headlines with an open letter challenging anti-Two-Spirit rhetoric in Nunavut’s legislature—showing the country that young Inuit voices are powerful and uncompromising.Whether on screen or in real life, Anna Lambe is reclaiming narrative, defending truth, and shifting the landscape of representation.IG: @anna.r.b.lambe_Relentless Reflection What version of myself am I clinging to just to be accepted or "liked"?Where in my life am I abandoning myself to maintain peace that isn’t real?Relentless Action If you invite Indigenous voices into a space, actually let them speak. Don’t interrupt, reframe, or over-validate. Let Indigenous people share their story without trying to prove you’ve done the reading.Choose Yourself Unapologetically. Whether you're walking away from a relationship, an identity that was never yours, or a path you outgrew—make a bold, memorable choice. Just like Siaya: you deserve better, and it’s okay to rage your way into it.Relentless Resources“North of North” (CBC/Netflix) – A must-watch series that brings Indigenous feminine rage, healing, and choice to the forefront through the unforgettable character Siaya.The Two-Spirit Archives at UBC & Native Youth Sexual Health Network – Deepen your understanding of gender diversity and Two-Spirit resurgence across Indigenous Nations.Send Us a Text with Your Thoughts or Questions!Join the RIW Patreon Community RIW WebsiteMusic Produced by Award-Winning Anishnaabe DJ Boogey the Beat