Matriarch Movement

On Matriarch Movement, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild sets out to amplify Indigenous voices from Canada to Turtle Island and beyond. In her interviews, she highlights issues that Indigenous people face while challenging the mainstream narrative surrounding Indigenous identity. By showcasing Indigeno...

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Oct. 27, 2025

The Good Canadian: Leena Minifie on Systemic Injustice in Canada

In this episode of the Matriarch Movement podcast, host Shayla Ouellette Stonechild interviews Lena Minifie (Gitxaala/British) , a Vancouver-based film and television producer. They discuss Lena's latest documentary, 'The Goo...

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Sept. 22, 2025

Minister Gull-Masty: Matriarchy in Indigenous Leadership

In this episode of the Matriarch Movement podcast, host Shayla Oulette Stonechild speaks with the Honourable Mandy Gault-Masty, Canada's first Indigenous Minister of Indigenous Services. They discuss the importance of Indigen...

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Sept. 8, 2025

Dr. Amy Cardinal Christianson on Reclaiming Indigenous Fire Practices

Host Shayla Oulette Stonechild welcomes guest Dr. Amy Cardinal Christianson to discuss the significance of fire in Indigenous culture and its power in reconnecting us to the land amidst climate change. She shares her journey ...

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Aug. 25, 2025

Lorelei Williams: Advocacy for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls (MMIWG)

*Disclaimer* This episode discusses sensitive topics including violence against missing and murdered Indigenous women, children and two spirit people which some listeners may find triggering. Listener discretion is advised. ...

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Aug. 11, 2025

From Saddle Lake to Sony: Tia Wood's Journey in Music

Shayla Oulette Stonechild interviews Tia Wood, a rising Indigenous artist from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation. Tia shares her journey from growing up in a musical family to becoming the first Indigenous woman signed to Sony Musi...

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July 28, 2025

Rebeka Tabobondung: Reclaiming Indigenous Birth Knowledge

Host Shayla Ouellette Stonechild speaks with filmmaker and Indigenous knowledge researcher Rebeka Tabobondung about the importance of reclaiming Indigenous birth knowledge. They discuss the Spirit of Birth, an eight-part docu...

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July 14, 2025

Chasity Delorme: The Tools to Heal Are Within Us

Host Shayla Oulette Stonechild welcomes mental health and wellness advocate Chasity Delorme to discuss generational healing, community leadership and truth and reconciliation in action. Chasity shares her journey becoming an ...

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