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EPISODE · Jan 30, 2026 · 7 MIN

This 23-year-old basket weaver brings ancient patterns back to life

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LeAnder Goldtooth is one of very few people his age keeping the art of Navajo basket weaving alive. At just 23 years old, he's become a master of the craft, harvesting his own sumac, reviving ancient patterns, and sharing his knowledge with the next generation. - Show Notes - • LeAnder Goldtooth on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashkiiasaa.goldtooth/ Photo: LeAnder Goldtooth holds two baskets he's working on for an upcoming ceremony. Photo by Emily Arntsen/KZMU.

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