KMUD - Heart of the Earth

Heart of the Earth began when KMUD - Redwood Community Radio first went on air May 1987. Agnes Patak is producer and host. She shares the stories, pain, laughter, struggle and resiliency of Native Americans ...more

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January 16, 2025 00:19:46
A discussion with Morning Star Gali a member of the California Pit Nation

A discussion with Morning Star Gali a member of the California Pit Nation

  On today's episode of heart of the Earth, I interviewed Morning Star Gali of the California Pit River nation. She is the Director of...

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January 10, 2025 00:29:27
Voices of Justice: Honoring Deb Haaland and Seeking Clemency for Leonard Peltier

Voices of Justice: Honoring Deb Haaland and Seeking Clemency for Leonard Peltier

In this episode, we offer prayers for Southern California and reflect on the legacy of Deb Haaland, the first Native American Interior Secretary. We...

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January 02, 2025 00:33:20
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Remembering Wounded Knee: Honoring History and Reclaiming Culture

Today’s episode of Heart of the Earth focuses on remembering the Wounded Knee Massacre, which took place on December 29, 1890. We will also...

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December 19, 2024 00:29:31
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Voices of Justice: Peltier, Preservation, and Native Artistry

In this episode, we explore the growing pressure on President Biden to grant clemency for Leonard Peltier, a pivotal figure in Native American rights....

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December 12, 2024 00:43:33
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Water rights and Otherworldly Encounters: Navajo Advocacy with Earl Tully and Ojibwe of ETs

Today on “Heart of the Earth,” I spoke with Earl Tulley, Vice President of the Navajo Water Rights Commission. We discussed the ongoing struggle...

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December 11, 2024 00:36:33
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Unmasking Thanksgiving: The true story behind the myths

In this powerful episode, we confront the whitewashed narrative of Thanksgiving taught in schools and expose the fairytales that mask a history of land...

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