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Thomas Belt, Culture Keeper - Season 8
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Season 8, EPISODE 5

In this episode, Cherokee culture keeper Thomas Belt takes us on a journey of cosmic discovery on the grounds of three foundational Cherokee towns in present-day North Carolina. We explore the legacy and impact of basketweaver and Cherokee National Treasure Ella Mae Blackbear through her collectors and family. Makayla Bearpaw is a Cherokee drummer and musician to her core. We watch as she rocks out night after night while making her dream of a career in music a reality. In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the infamous Goingsnake Tragedy and Ezekial Proctor. Often erroneously described as a “Cherokee Outlaw”, we reveal the complicated truth behind Proctor, the shootout and his trial.

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