General

When tobacco smoke threatens non-smokers
Tobacco smoke contributes to 41,000 non-smoker deaths every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A handful of studies, including one by the Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences, suggest even thirdhand smoke-chemicals and residue from tobacco smoke that settle on walls, clothes and furniture-might also cause harm, mostly for people in smokers' homes. Some tribes ban commercial tobacco smoking in certain areas. But is that enough to protect children and other nonsmokers?
Native America Calling is a national call-in program that invites guests and listeners to join a dialogue about current events, music, arts, entertainment and culture.

The program is hosted by Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) and airs live each weekday from 10:00 -11:00 AM

Join the conversation by calling 1-800-996-2848.

K’ima:w Medical Center and University of California, Davis Cancer Comprehensive Center will be having a Health Circle to complete and evaluate the TRIBAL’s Health Educational Program. This will be on Monday, May 22nd at 1:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. You will be asked to spend an hour and a half in a talking circle and complete a survey. If you are interested or want more information contact Christine Bird at (916) 734-1685

There's no prize for appropriation
The editor of "Write" magazine came under fire for an editorial he wrote called "Winning the appropriation prize." In it, he encouraged authors to appropriate more; to write more about cultures and people they don't identify with. That sparked a debate on appropriation as other editors and authors from Canadian media weighed in. Are people missing something about appropriation? We'll talk with Indigenous writers from Canada about what appropriation is and how it affects Native people.
Native America Calling is a national call-in program that invites guests and listeners to join a dialogue about current events, music, arts, entertainment and culture.

The program is hosted by Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) and airs live each weekday from 10:00 - 11:00 am

Join the conversation by calling 1-800-996-2848.

The Hoopa Valley Tribal Council Meeting is Tuesday, May 23rd at 5:30 p.m. in the Hoopa Tribal Council Chambers. If you have any questions. You can call 625-4211 ext. 161.

Agenda: HVTC 5-23-17 Agenda
Consent Calendar: HVTC 5-23-17 Consent Calendar

Suicide prevention for young people
The new Netflix series 13 Reasons Why has suicide experts debating the appropriate ways to address suicide in the media. Some are praising the show's candid look at bullying, sexual assault and suicide, while others say it glorifies troubling issues for a vulnerable population. A show centered around suburban, white teenagers may not resonate with some Native youth. But the series does present an opportunity to revisit the many ways to reach out to Native youth that experience dramatically higher rates of suicide than any other group. We'll talk with experts and youth about what it takes to save young lives.
Native America Calling is a national call-in program that invites guests and listeners to join a dialogue about current events, music, arts, entertainment and culture.

The program is hosted by Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) and airs live each weekday from 10:00 - 11:00 am

Join the conversation by calling 1-800-996-2848.

May Music Maker: Jonah Littlesunday
This month we go to the Navajo Nation to sample the debut album "Gratitiude" by Dinè flute player Jonah Littlesunday. Over the years he's used his Native American flute to help bring a bit of joy to the lives of the audiences including elders and children. He's noted for his ability to translate emotions and stories thorough his flute playing. Songs like "Echoes" and "Navajo Waltz" swirl listeners into the landscapes he grew up with. Other tracks on the album are reflections of love, peace and unity. We invite you to discover more on this album along with us as we visit with our May Music Maker Jonah Littlesunday.
Native America Calling is a national call-in program that invites guests and listeners to join a dialogue about current events, music, arts, entertainment and culture.

The program is hosted by Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) and airs live each weekday from 10:00 - 11:00 am

Join the conversation by calling 1-800-996-2848.

The Hoopa Community Coalition is having a meeting on Thursday, May 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoopa Tribal Council Chambers. This meeting is to help create solutions for a safer and healthier community. For more information you can email hoopacommunitycoalition@gmail.com or visit their facebook page Hoopa Community Coalition.

May in the News
The Eastern Band of Cherokee leadership remains in turmoil as the principal chief and tribal council are at odds. The tribe's Supreme Court allowed the impeachment process against the chief to continue. Meanwhile Principal Chief Patrick Lambert released financial audits he says shed light on financial misconduct by council members. We'll talk with a reporter covering this complicated issue. Also two Native Americans are running for Congress. One of them hopes to be the first female Native in the US House of Representatives. Join us for our round up of the news.
Native America Calling is a national call-in program that invites guests and listeners to join a dialogue about current events, music, arts, entertainment and culture.

The program is hosted by Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) and airs live each weekday from 10:00 - 11:00 am

Join the conversation by calling 1-800-996-2848.