EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 48 MIN
NATHAN CHASING HORSE FOUND GUILTY WITH SENTENCING TAKING PLACE IN LAS VEGAS MARCH 11, 2026
from Upcoming Trial of Nathan Chasing Horse April 14, 2025 · host Marina Crane
NATHAN CHASING HORSE FOUND GUILTYWITH SENTENCING TAKING PLACE IN LAS VEGAS MARCH 11, 2026I shared her personal experience with Nathan Chasing Horse, detailing how he exploited vulnerable individuals, including her niece Roberta, through fraudulent spiritual practices and manipulation, I faced disbelief and resistance, particularly from non-Indigenous professionals whodismissed her niece's allegations as delusional. The conversation highlighted the challenges of identifying and preventing such exploitation in Indigenous communities, particularly when family members or trusted figures are involved.I discussed her upcoming podcast series about Nathan Chasing Horse, focusing onhis arrest and upcoming sentencing on March 11th. She explained that the podcast will feature anonymous guests and cover topics such as Indigenous community trafficking, child safety, and the misuse of ceremonial protocols. I also shared a personal story from the Fifth Estate about a man who was manipulated by Chasing Horse, leading to tragic consequences.I discussed the challenges of identifying safe individuals conducting ceremonies, particularly in Indigenous communities. She shared examples of exploitation byindividuals like Nathan Chasing Horse, who manipulated vulnerable people for personal gain. I emphasized the importance of critical thinking and questioningwhen seeking healing or spiritual guidance, especially in times of desperation. She highlighted the need for communities to be cautious and vigilant, as even professionals can be susceptible to manipulation. I shared her experiences with Indigenous funeral traditions and the role of ceremony leaders, emphasizing the importance of elders and community involvement. She expressed concerns about Nathan Chasing Horse's actions within the community, particularly noting the absence of elders during his activities.Quest asked about effective ways to educate family members and young people about identifying risks in ceremonial practices, to which I responded with insights from her personal experiences and interactions with Nathan'sfollowers.I shared a deeply personal story about her brother's involvement with Nathan Chasing Horse, revealing that her niece, Roberta, was sexually assaulted by Chasing Horse while living with her uncle. I explained that her brother hadformed an agreement with Chasing Horse, believing it would lead to healing for both Roberta and himself, but the arrangement resulted in Roberta being trafficked and manipulated into believing she was destined to marry Chasing Horse. The abuse occurred during ceremonies that began in 2006 and continued into 2007, with I noting that she had been trying to gather evidence and references about Chasing Horse's actions in the United States.I shared her experience of discovering that Nathan Chasing Horse, a spiritual leader, had been sexually exploiting young women and children in her community over a 20-year period. She described how she initially supported him but becamesuspicious after her niece Roberta disclosed that he had been sexually assaulting her. Despite having evidence and witnesses, I struggled to get support from authorities or other community members, who often dismissed my concerns due to cultural beliefs around forgiveness and spiritual authority.The case only came to light when another victim, Nikki, who is my heroine. Of all Nathan child victims, she immediately came forward. I shared encouragement with her over a five year period hoping her case would be instrumental inarresting Nathan Chasing Horse. It was an eight year child who was groom from this age until she exposed her abuse twenty year later a leading to Chasing Horse's recent conviction for sexually assaulting three children. I emphasizedthe importance of documenting these experiences to prevent future abuse and redefine what constitutes a heroine in Indigenous communities.
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NATHAN CHASING HORSE FOUND GUILTYWITH SENTENCING TAKING PLACE IN LAS VEGAS MARCH 11, 2026I shared her personal experience with Nathan Chasing Horse, detailing how he exploited vulnerable individuals, including her niece Roberta, through fraudulent spiritual practices and manipulation, I faced disbelief and resistance, particularly from non-Indigenous professionals whodismissed her niece's allegations as delusional. The conversation highlighted the challenges of identifying and preventing such exploitation in Indigenous communities, particularly when family members or trusted figures are involved.I discussed her upcoming podcast series about Nathan Chasing Horse, focusing onhis arrest and upcoming sentencing on March 11th. She explained that the podcast will feature anonymous guests and cover topics such as Indigenous community trafficking, child safety, and the misuse of ceremonial protocols. I also shared a personal story from the Fifth Estate about a man who was manipulated by Chasing Horse, leading to tragic consequences.I discussed the challenges of identifying safe individuals conducting ceremonies, particularly in Indigenous communities. She shared examples of exploitation byindividuals like Nathan Chasing Horse, who manipulated vulnerable people for personal gain. I emphasized the importance of critical thinking and questioningwhen seeking healing or spiritual guidance, especially in times of desperation. She highlighted the need for communities to be cautious and vigilant, as even professionals can be susceptible to manipulation. I shared her experiences with Indigenous funeral traditions and the role of ceremony leaders, emphasizing the importance of elders and community involvement. She expressed concerns about Nathan Chasing Horse's actions within the community, particularly noting the absence of elders during his activities.Quest asked about effective ways to educate family members and young people about identifying risks in ceremonial practices, to which I responded with insights from her personal experiences and interactions with Nathan'sfollowers.I shared a deeply personal story about her brother's involvement with Nathan Chasing Horse, revealing that her niece, Roberta, was sexually assaulted by Chasing Horse while living with her uncle. I explained that her brother hadformed an agreement with Chasing Horse, believing it would lead to healing for both Roberta and himself, but the arrangement resulted in Roberta being trafficked and manipulated into believing she was destined to marry Chasing Horse. The abuse occurred during ceremonies that began in 2006 and continued into 2007, with I noting that she had been trying to gather evidence and references about Chasing Horse's actions in the United States.I shared her experience of discovering that Nathan Chasing Horse, a spiritual leader, had been sexually exploiting young women and children in her community over a 20-year period. She described how she initially supported him but becamesuspicious after her niece Roberta disclosed that he had been sexually assaulting her. Despite having evidence and witnesses, I struggled to get support from authorities or other community members, who often dismissed my concerns due to cultural beliefs around forgiveness and spiritual authority.The case only came to light when another victim, Nikki, who is my heroine. Of all Nathan child victims, she immediately came forward. I shared encouragement with her over a five year period hoping her case would be instrumental inarresting Nathan Chasing Horse. It was an eight year child who was groom from this age until she exposed her abuse twenty year later a leading to Chasing Horse's recent conviction for sexually assaulting three children. I emphasizedthe importance of documenting these experiences to prevent future abuse and redefine what constitutes a heroine in Indigenous communities.
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