Let's Have a Powwow

Send a textHa.We Relatives!This week on the pod, I’m joined by Davy Tiger Cortes, co-founder of Decolonize Sports. An Indigenous-led sports media platform amplifying Native athletes, with a deep focus on lacrosse, also known as The Creator’s Game by the Haudenosaunee.Alongside his cousin Brandon and brother Dominic, Davy has helped build a space where interviews, photography, production, and play-by-play are for us and by us -with Native athletes and coaches offering commentary straight from the sidelines, before and after the game.When he’s not shooting lacrosse, Davy works in film and TV production here in NYC, experience that’s clearly shaped the way Decolonize Sports is telling our stories with intention and skill.Decolonize Sports is a much-needed voice in the sports world-because every press pass is representation, both in front of the camera and behind it.FOLLOW @DECOLONIZESPORTS  WWW. DECOLONIZESPORTS.COMFOLLOW @HOOPMEDICINE  WWW.HOOPMEDICINE.COMSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHa.We Relatives!This week I’m joined by Indigenous drag legends Lady Shug and Oliver Herface, fresh from the First Nations Performing Arts Winter Party here, in Lenapehoking!From Lady Shug’s groundbreaking appearance on HBO’s We’re Here - the first time I ever saw Indigenous drag on a major network, to Oliver Herface’s work as a Two-Spirit Boricua drag king, producer, and cultural force in Brooklyn, this episode is all about visibility, joy, and decolonizing the stage.We talk drag, ceremony, community, salsa, sideshow, and what it means to hold space for our people while living fully in our truth.Thank you to First Nations Performing Arts and Performance Space New York for hosting an unforgettable all-Indigenous drag night.Follow @ladyshugdrag @indigenousdragstoryhour Follow @Oliver_herface  @blackcherrysideshow  @rockyhorrorbrooklynSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis week I’m joined by Sun Roller, a true force in production and community. I first met Sunny during Indigenous New York Fashion Week and immediately knew she had a story that needed to be shared.In this episode, we talk about the many lives Sun Roller has lived, her journey into film and television production, and her work on Reservation Dogs, Poker Face, and The Lowdown. Beyond the credits, Sunny carries a deeply human and generous spirit. Our conversation took an unexpected turn into emotion, presence, and healing, ending with a powerful two-minute solar break meditation that brings us back to breath and the present moment.Sun Roller often says she wants to be a conduit for good work, and she lives that truth. Whether she’s on set in Oklahoma and New York or supporting women in Africa to gain access to fresh water for their families. SunRoller is truly inspirational and I can wait to see what you do next! Follow her on Instagram @sun.rollerFollow SUNROLLER.ORG for more info. Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis week I’m joined by Mickela Mallozzi. Host, creator, and executive producer of Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi. Bare Feet is a thirty-minute travel series that highlights traditional dance and music cultures from around the world. A professional dancer and trained musician, Mickela seamlessly weaves her two greatest passions travel and dance into a show that is as joyful as it is meaningful. Mickela has been my client for over 20 years, and I still remember the day she first told me about the idea for this show. I knew immediately it was going to be something special. Bare Feet is now a four-time Emmy Award winning series, which comes as no surprise because it truly is that good. The authenticity, joy, and passion Mickela brings to the screen are absolutely contagious. Her newest season shines a powerful light on global voices, Indigenous communities, and the deep human connections that dance creates across cultures. I truly believe dance is inherently Indigenous, which is why I love watching Mickela travel the world while uplifting our Indigenous relatives everywhere she goes.You can watch Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi on PBS.org and at TravelBareFeet.com. Follow Mickela @travelbarefeetSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs  "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz  @jay_anton_   Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community! 

Send a textThis week I’m joined by Loren Waters and Tafv Sampson. Loren is an award winning Filmmaker who was recently in New York City for a screening of her short documentary Tiger, A captivating 13 minute film about the legacy of the Tiger family in Oklahoma. The film is Oscar-qualified, and Loren took home a directing award at Sundance earlier this year. She keeps receiving well deserved recognition for her work, but what means the most to her is the support of her community.Joining her, is Tafv Sampson, a set designer and one of Loren’s closest collaborators. The two met on the set of Reservation Dogs and have been creating together ever since. We talk about how special it is to work alongside other Indigenous creatives, what it means to take the leap from one career to the next, and how we carry our ancestors with us every step of the way.Thank you Tafv and loren. Tiger is now streaming on the Criterion Collection and FNXtv. Opening song by SKELLZ and Outro song by Wotko Long from the Tiger Documentary. This show was created and produced by Yours Truly. Thanks for listening!Follow Loren  @lorenkwatersFollow the Tiger Short Doc @TigerteefilmFollow Tafv @tafvsampsonSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHawe, cousins! Welcome to the Music Episode!There is so much incredible music coming out of Indian Country right now, and today I’m joined by two of my favorite Native artists to celebrate it.First up, Lucaa calls in to talk about her new single “Feast,” intentionally released this November during Native American Heritage Month and the Thanksgiving holiday. The track is a cinematic clapback to the oppression our ancestors endured and a powerful reminder that colonization did not destroy us.Next, Mato Wayuhi joins the show to dive into his new album Bygoner. He opens up about what inspired the project and drops some serious gems about the importance of staying true to yourself as an artist and a human being. I’m joined by my good friend Stephen, our resident Rosalia stan, to discuss and dissect LUX. Naturally, we couldn’t leave Florence Welch out of the conversation, her new album Everybody Scream is a raw and vulnerable collection of songs that highlight  the unfair realities women continue to face.   I hope this episode inspires you to create a new playlist or helps you discover your new favorite song. All songs are streaming Now! Thank you to Lucaa and Mato for taking the time to call in to the Powwow hotline! Y’all go listen to Bygoner and indulge in Lucaa’s Feast! Both streaming now! Follow Lucaa @Lucaaband   Stream Feast!  https://music.apple.com/us/album/feast/1849363202?i=1849363208Follow Mato Wayuhi @matowayuhi Stream Bygoner! https://music.apple.com/us/album/bygoner/1847834543Follow Stephen @ppmansion_stephanoStream Prima Primo https://tidal.com/browse/album/67041991?uSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textWe share a candid, funny, and deeply rooted conversation with Oscar-nominated composer and bassist Mali Obomsawin, tracing a path from Western Maine to Indigenous jazz lineages, archival repatriation, and a pedalboard moment with Yo-Yo Ma. Music, memory, and sovereignty braid into songs that carry both grief and lift.• identity as Abenaki Wabanaki and citizen of Odanak First Nation• Indigenous jazz history from Mildred Bailey to Oscar Pettiford and Don Cherry• fiddle camps, Berklee year, Dartmouth scholarship and culture shock• research on colonization, captive diplomacy, and Dartmouth archives• repatriation of Abenaki recordings to the Odanak museum• Sweet Tooth as ancestral storytelling with modern ensemble• Deer Lady origins, Reservation Dogs placement, and shoegaze textures• mentors, community learning, and critiques of institutional jazz• collaborations, Yo-Yo Ma set experiment, and future wishes• writing process for the next Dear Lady album and upcoming showsFind me on Instagram: @maliobomsawinSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHa.we and welcome back, this week I speak with NYC urban indigenous royalty, Murielle Borst-Tarrant. She was born in New York City and was raised in a mafia run Italian neighborhood in Brooklyn. Murielle’s one woman show Tipi Tales from the Stoop, showcases the woes of Being the only indigenous family living on the block. Yes, there was racism, prejudice, and all the ignorance you can imagine, but murielle also informs her audience the importance of laughter in Native families. Murielle comes from a long lineage of performers and activists. She is carrying on her families legacy as a playwright, and  director who intertwines activism within indigenous storytelling. Murielle is the  The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Playwright in Residence at LaMama Experimental Theatre club. Her current show Feast of Ghosts: Wailing will be showing at LaMama November 6th-8th Murielle has this infectious energy that made our time together really special. And without further ado… Here she is Relatives...Follow Murielle on Instagram: @murieltarrant  @safeharborsnychttps://www.murielletarrant.com/Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis week I speak to one of my favorite humans, Kalyn Fay. If you are lucky enough to know them, you know what I mean. Kalyn is an oklahoma born and bred indie folk  songwriter and musician who writes songs about their homelands.  When I listen to their music it's like a loveletter to Oklahoma.                                                  We discuss the family trip to Branson that inspired young Kalyn to take up the Dulcimer, The doctor conference that convinced them to NOT become a doctor, and why Oklahoma is special. Kalyn is also a gifted artist and curator. They use their art and music to weave their relationship to the land, longing to connect the people who share it. You can currently hear Kalyn’s music in Sterlin Harjo’s show The Lowdown and in Resident Alien all streaming now.   Kalyn is your favorites, favorite. But they will tell you that their music is “for you, for me, for us, for We” Thank you Kalyn! I'm so glad you didn't become a doctor. All Music in this episode is by Kalyn Fay.                                                                                  The show opens with Kalyn's song "Tulsa"  I share a story about listening to "Oklahoma Hills" walking through a casino (highly recommend) and I close out the show with "Baby Don't You Worry" Follow Kalyn's MUSIC Instagram @kalynfay                                                                          Follow Kalyn's ART Instagram @kalynbarnoskiSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis week I speak with Chyana Marie Sage, Chyana is an award-winning Cree, Metis, and Salish Poet, Author, and model. She is the first Indigenous graduate from Columbia University’s MFA in Creative/Non Fiction. Chyana was the first person in her cohort to become a published author. Her Debut gift to us all is her memoir Soft as Bones . It is an intricately woven story about her life growing up as a middle sister in an abusive household. She intertwines her story of pain, rage, and the generational trauma that so many of our families share, all While, eloquently braiding in the process of healing through Indigenous teachings and ceremony. Chyana has given us a glimpse of hope and resilience. Proof that we can all make it out of the darkness and Soar. Please enjoy my chat with Chyana.  Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textWelcome back, this week I speak with Thomas Lopez Jr. AKA Landback Baddie! Thómas was born and bred to be an activist. Having both parents deeply involved in the Chicano and the American Indian movements, Thómas has activism and community action in his blood. As a young adult, Thómas joined the Standing Rock encampment and like so many who were there answered the calling to carry on the torch for global indigenous rights, climate change awareness, and of course the land back movement. But don’t get it twisted, we are talking about activism with a side of body and gender positivity! When he decided to stand in his truth, Thómas noticed his following starting to grow exponentially.  Today, he uses his public platform to inspire queer, indigenous people, to walk in their authenticity. What a beautiful gift it is to truly be ourselves. Enjoy the show. Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textWelcome Back to Lets have a powwow, I am your host Amy Farid. Happy Pride month and for our relatives up north Happy Indigenous History Month! I had the pleasure of talking to Omar Monroy, A Trans, Indigenous Mexican jewelry designer and artist. Omar’s, Jewelry line El Techichi, features statement pieces Hand crafted out of vintage metals and Gemstones. What drew me to their Jewelry was that Omar’s creations seem to tell us a story about Her indigeneity. The pueblo her family is from, the food their Abuelita makes, and the animalitos who inspire her. We discuss her upbringing as an undocumented immigrant living in the Inland Empire, being a fat femme, and the struggle to find their identity and voice. Omar, take it away!Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHa.Way! Welcome back! This is a special on the road episode. My family friend and brother back home John Parker asked if I would like to help out with hair on the New Sterlin Harjo show filming in Tulsa. Of course I wanted to come back home and work on Sterlins Production cuz it is literally history in the making. But I also wanted to come home and record an episode specifically with JohnParker. John is an unforgettable person. We are kindred spirits and seeing him spread his wings and step into his Light is Beyond exciting! You may recognize John as the Financial Aid Advisor, Ms. Debbie on Season 3 of Rez Dogs. Ms. Debbie stole the show with her 49 songs and hair whippin’ shenanigans! It was literally “a star is born” moment for people that don’t know of JP, but for family and friends we’ve seen the greatness that is John Parker. We record this episode the day after John’s sisters wedding. So here we are on the come down from a beautiful wedding and party, raw and uncut aye! Enjoy!Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHa.Wa! Welcome back, get ready to dive into the second part of my chat with The Relative Arts Icons! We talk about our hopes and dreams of having native therapists and doctors in the near future! The ladies discuss their Oscar’s trip, Curating the creativity lab at the MOMA, and Emme Studio, Korina’s line will be showing May 11th at Native Fashion Week in Santa Fe! They share their  dreams of expanding relative arts beyond New York City. We finish the episode with my first listener letter…ok it was a text but still,  one of our gentle readers asked what I thought of the Pretendian List…We weigh in on all y’alls Cherokee Princess Grandma’s. Spoiler alert! It’s cringe so please stop with that nonsense. Visit Relative Arts when you are in the City. You won’t be disappointed! Enjoy part 2, See you soon CuzzinsSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textWelcome back! On this episode I speak with Korina Emmerich and Liana Shewey, The founders of New York City’s Relative Arts. Relative arts is a Brick and mortar store located in the East Village. With over 50 artists and designers to choose from, The store is THE go-to for Indigenous made goods. Relative arts is so much more than a store. It is beautiful example of a Peer-run community space. Korina and Liana convert their showroom to accommodate viewing parties, musical performances, poetry readings and so much more. They are Pillars in our NYC Community.  These deadly aunties are fascinating and fun to talk to. We just vibed and chatted for hours lol. So this episode will be in 2 parts! Please enjoy listening to your Relatives in NYC.   Tune in Next week! We continue our conversation with the RA Gworls and we spice things up and answer our first question from a listener. If you would like to leave a question you can text the show directly on the podcast page.  See you soon cuzzins  Follow Relative Arts  on instagram @relativeartsnycFollow Korina @korinaemmerichFollow Liana @ShewsSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis episode is perfect for the budding filmmaker or fashion designer. Not only are Razelle and Jontay Roomates, they are also incredibly talented! They followed their dreams and New York City welcomed them with open arms. Razelle was urged to apply to NYU Tisch school of film, and not only was she accepted, she was given a full ride scholarship. Jontay was approached by Parsons school of design after seeing his BFA collection and was invited into the fashion design program on a full scholarship as well! I wasn’t playing when I said they were talented! They are blessed and highly favored by the ancestors!  Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textOn this weeks show, we are giving you an all Indigenous Hairstylist episode! I needed to have a good ol' Kiki and if it's one thang a hairstylist can do is KIKI! My guests this week are two hairstylists. Chad Taber is a behind the chair master hair colorist and a Twin!  Deyah Cassadore has been my assistant on set for so long she doesn't even assist anymore. We discuss how we first got interested in hair, Community, and throw a little shade along the way! Please follow Chad on Instagram @chad.taber  Go see Chad at Salon Dumbo Follow Deyah on Instagram @deyah_cassadore  Book in with Deyah at Hair Art Designs I am thankful for my clients! It is because of you that I am able to do this podcast. Thank you for letting me cut your hair. If you are in Tri-state area and would like to book in with me please DM me @therealamyfaridSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textThis week I speak with Elena, AKA, Brooklyn Warmi. Elena is a model, mother, jewelry designer, and adoptee. Her story is complex and beautiful. Just the way we like it. I wanted to know how she got from Peru to Brooklyn and she graciously shared her adoption story with us. We talk about being BBW's who workout to feel good! This episode is giving BIG LIBRA energy so you've been warned! Although, everyone loves a Libra! Enjoy the Episode! Follow Elena to see her Gorge Content  @brooklynwarmiText or DM @letshaveapowwowpod a question and it may be read on a future episode. Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textOn this weeks Episode, I speak to a fellow Wahzha’z Yatika Starr Fields. Yatika was in New York for the opening of his solo Exhibition, “Home as it Was” at Garth Greenan Gallery. The show features large scale shields, that are constructed out of tent and Tarp materials. His shields evoked a feeling of resilience and necessity. They were stunning to see in person. I highly recommend seeing Yatika’s Shields.  Home as it Was is on view at Garth Greenan Gallery till April 12th. Enjoy this chat with Yatika, we talk about injuries we have sustained from punk shows, bike Messengers, and Runner’s High! WayWi Na! See you soon Cuzzins!Watch full Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@letshaveapowwowpod Support Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455779/supportSupport the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textHa.We Relatives! Welcome to the inaugural episode of Let's Have a Powwow Podcast! When I was creating this show I knew Immediately that I wanted Josie and Jayden as my first guests! They are best friends who create beautiful things together. I needed their energy with me as I figured out what the hell I was doing. Mercury was in Microwave(or at least felt like it) when we recorded this episode. New York was New Yorking Henny! This Ep is chaotic in the best way possible. We are figuring it out as we go and would love to hear what you think! Please follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Follow me @therealamyfarid and Def check out Ms. Josephine  @chiefjosephine and Jayden-Avery R. Love @jaydenaverylove  Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!

Send a textLet's Have a Powwow is centered around the Urban Indigenous experience in NYC. We will talk about guests Homelands and How and Why they came to the big city. We will also cover culture and fashion as it is a big part of my life. Being a fat, brown woman working in Fashion for over 20 years I've heard it all! Let's Have a Powwow is inspired by those cringe moments we've had in professional settings where someone has suggested "having a powwow" to discuss work stuff. We are reclaiming the word! So join in and enjoy indigenous excellence. Don't worry, everyone is invited, we will also be talking to some of my favorite Allies!Support the show Follow the pod @letshaveapowwowpod Created and Hosted by Amy z. Farid Follow me @therealamyfarid The LHAP Original songs "Wakon 2" "Wakon 3", "Laud Up", "Clapt", and "Whisper" were created by Jason Guitano/Skellz @jay_anton_ Logo Design by my homegirl @DanielaHritcu God Bless Community!