In this 11-minute video, I sit down with Miguel, a proud member of the Nahua people, who introduces himself and shares his rich cultural heritage. The Nahua language is the most common indigenous language spoken by native Mexican people, and Miguel provides an insightful look into this linguistic and cultural […]
In this 52-minute interview, I sit down with Mel Brooks, an elder in the Talowa Dee-ni’ Nation, born in Requa at the mouth of the Klamath River. Mel shares his personal experiences growing up in Indian boarding schools, institutions where the U.S. government forced assimilation on Native children, stripping away […]
In this hour-long episode of Drum Circle News, join me, Dylan Aubrey, and special guest Sal Melgoza as we delve into the profound challenges facing many Native people today. We explore the cultural disconnect experienced by those raised outside of their traditional heritage and the critical role of our elders […]
Join Dylan Aubrey and Sal Megloza in this enlightening 10-minute episode of Drum Circle News as they explore the fascinating origins of lacrosse, revealing its true roots as the Native American sport known as Stickball. Dive deep into traditional Native teachings and uncover the cultural significance of this ancient game. […]
In this critical 10-minute episode of Drum Circle News, join Dylan Aubrey and Sal Melgoza as they discuss the concerning rise of New Age spirituality and its impact on Native American ceremonies. They highlight the dangers of this trend, where individuals participate in sacred practices without understanding the proper teachings, […]
In this compelling 1 hour and 20 minute episode of Drum Circle News, Dylan Aubrey sits down with Sean Milanovich, an esteemed elder from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and a doctor of Anthropology, for an in-depth discussion on Cahuilla history, the theories of great migrations, and the […]
In this insightful 10-minute episode of Drum Circle News, Dylan Aubrey engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Sean Milanovich, an elder from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians with a doctorate in Native American Studies. Together, they explore the Bering Strait theory and its inconsistencies with Native American oral […]
In this powerful 15-minute episode of Drum Circle News, Dylan Aubrey and Sean Milanovich, an elder from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, delve into the specific damage inflicted on the Cahuilla people by the Catholic Church and Father Serra. They explore the historical trauma and the enduring impact […]
Description: In this engaging 6-minute episode of Drum Circle News, Dylan Aubrey and Sean Milanovich discuss their shared heritage, both coming from families of head men who hold leadership positions within their respective tribes. They delve into the importance of family bloodlines in tribal leadership and the responsibilities that come […]
In this informative 11-minute episode of Drum Circle News, Dylan Aubrey and Sean Milanovich dive into the complex topic of tribe enrollment requirements. They explore the racist history behind these stipulations and discuss the significant challenges faced by individuals trying to enroll in their respective tribes. Sean and Dylan analyze […]
