Welcome to the Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast Series
Introducing the Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast
Hosted by Drs. Shyra and Rye Barberstock, the Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast will delve into environmental stories and the impacts of climate change from a uniquely Indigenous perspective. Here’s what you can expect:
- Local Stories, Broad Insights: Explore stories close to home, sharing important observations, considerations, and insights happening in our own backyard. Our podcast will expand this knowledge to include the geographies of many Indigenous Peoples and communities across Turtle Island.
- Indigenous Climate Change and Environmental Lens: The podcast explores climate change topics and environmental challenges, along with discussions on Indigenous ecological knowledge systems and biodiversity using Indigenous perspectives. Our guests represent the broader Turtle Island Indigenous community bringing diverse local and regional insights, realities, and aspirations in our shared roles and responsibilities in advancing climate change adaptation and mitigation.
- Informative and Entertaining Content: Our aim is to create thoughtful content that encourages consideration for the land, water, and natural resources which sustain us all. The podcast is meant to be both informative and entertaining, sparking curiosity and respect for the environment.
We Are Looking For Unique Perspectives
The interview process is designed to be conversational and comfortable – a space where knowledge is shared in an Indigenous way, filled with wisdom, laughter, and hope for the future. We are looking for unique perspectives and experiences in environmental stewardship, Indigenous ecological and traditional knowledge, and resource management offer valuable knowledge and teachings that can benefit Indigenous communities across Turtle Island and beyond. The innovative climate solutions and wise practices emerging from Indigenous climate change leaders, advisors, practitioners, knowledge holders, etc., deserve to be celebrated and shared.
Launching in Spring 2025
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About the Interviewing Team and Participant Information
Through the support of the Indigenous Climate Change and Clean Energy Directorate at CIRNAC, the Indigenous-led Climate Hub is producing a series of podcasts in 2024-25 that will capture and share the vital stories of Indigenous Peoples and communities creating innovative solutions for climate change adaptation and mitigation. These narratives will be featured on the Indigenous Climate Hub podcast web page and social media as part of a broader initiative to amplify Indigenous environment perspectives and climate change solutions. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Indigenous Climate Hub. The podcast series is being developed by Okwaho Equal Source https://okwaho.com/, with Indigenous leadership at its core. Our production team includes:
- Dr. Shyra Barberstock (member of Kebaowek First Nation) and Dr. Rye Barberstock, (member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) interviewers and Human/Indigenous Geographers
- First Nation sound and video production specialist(s)
- Indigenous knowledge holders and community voices
What participation involves:
- A welcoming 15–30-minute per-interview discussion via Zoom
- A one-hour podcast conversation (via Zoom)
- An honorarium of $200 for participant’s valuable time and knowledge sharing
- A relaxed, Indigenous-centered approach to sharing knowledge, wisdom, and hope
- A really good internet connection (alternatively, a phone call could also work)
Are You Ready to Share Your Story
on the Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast?
The Indigenous Climate Hub Team Would Love to Hear from You
Or if you know someone that may be a perfect candidate for the Podcast give us a shout! We invite you to reach out to us using our Contact Page.
Be a part of the recording series happening January 2 to March 31, 2025.
Nia:wen kowa (big thank you) for considering this opportunity to share your voice and wisdom and we look forward to hearing from you.
In friendship,
The Indigenous Climate Hub Team
