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2018

Season 4, Episode 13

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People

In This Episode

On this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” we remember the University of Oklahoma and NFL football great Sam Claphan, celebrate the work of Lynn Riggs, author, poet, screenwriter and playwright, perhaps best known for creating the play “Green Grow the Lilacs,” upon which the film “Oklahoma!” was based. Plus, Cherokee artist America Meredith shines a new light on North American Native art in her first-of-its-kind magazine. And meet the Sutteer family, who connect with each other and their culture by participating in Native games.

In This Episode

On this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” we remember the University of Oklahoma and NFL football great Sam Claphan, celebrate the work of Lynn Riggs, author, poet, screenwriter and playwright, perhaps best known for creating the play “Green Grow the Lilacs,” upon which the film “Oklahoma!” was based. Plus, Cherokee artist America Meredith shines a new light on North American Native art in her first-of-its-kind magazine. And meet the Sutteer family, who connect with each other and their culture by participating in Native games.

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Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 1

The Season 4 premiere of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People” brings all-new stories of Cherokee people, culture and history. In this episode, we venture deep into Cherokee Country to visit the Foreman family and learn how these folks fell in love with rodeo and the cowboy way of life. Then, OsiyoTV gets in the ring with The Man They Call Fuel, a Cherokee professional wrestler whose enthusiasm is rivaled only by his drive to help others. Cherokee National Treasure Martha Berry then shares how a desire to reconnect with her heritage led to helping recover the nearly lost art of Southeastern-style beadwork. We also look at the history of Springplace Mission, the first mission of its kind established to educate Cherokees and get back to language basics in a new set of “Let’s Talk Cherokee” language lessons.In this episode, we venture deep into Cherokee Country to visit the Foreman family and learn how these folks fell in love with rodeo and the cowboy way of life. Then, OsiyoTV gets in the ring with The Man They Call Fuel, a Cherokee professional wrestler whose enthusiasm is rivaled only by his drive to help others. Cherokee National Treasure Martha Berry then shares how a desire to reconnect with her heritage led to helping recover the nearly lost art of Southeastern-style beadwork. We also look at the history of Springplace Mission, the first mission of its kind established to educate Cherokees, and get back to language basics in a new set of “Let’s Talk Cherokee” language lessons.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 2

In this episode, we follow young competitive cyclist Hannah Jordan as she climbs Pikes Peak chasing her Olympic dreams, visit with Cherokee textile artist Lisa Rutherford and uncover the Cherokee connection to the classic children’s story “Where the Red Fern Grows.” Join us for the untold stories of the Cherokee people!

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 3

“This episode of OsiyoTV brings together some of our favorite stories of Cherokee chefs, traditional cuisine and foraging. Learn about the springtime tradition of digging for wild onions, go urban foraging with Chef Bradley Dry and prepare foods like hickory nut kanuchi, grape dumplings and poke salad with Cherokee National Treasures Edith Knight and Betty Jo Smith. Join us for the untold stories of the Cherokee people!”

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 5

In this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” we meet Cody Clinton, one half of the Tulsa music group Desi and Cody; hear pageant queen LaTasha Atcity share her inspiring story; and listen to Ed Fields tell us a traditional Cherokee tale in the Cherokee language.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 6

This episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People” combines four stories with a common thread: the Cherokee language. Mack Vann only speaks Cherokee, and here he expresses his hopes and concerns about the future of the language and Cherokee way of life. Jerry and Robert Bigfeather share how the sound of Appalachia fiddling made its way to the Cherokee Nation. Dennis Sixkiller, host of “Cherokee Voices, Cherokee Sounds,” visits with Cherokee speakers on his weekly radio show. And Cherokee National Treasure Dorothy Ice tells us about her background and how she became an admired weave.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 7

Join OsiyoTV for homecoming at the University of North Texas’ Apogee Stadium with quarterback Mason Fine; hear Cherokee storyteller Robert Lewis share a time-honored tale as well as his own life story; and spend time with Betty Frogg as she reflects on the importance of learning and sharing the Cherokee language and culture. The episode also examines the historic 1843 International Indian Council and includes a new Cherokee language lesson.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 9

In this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” learn about the game of stickball — how “the little brother of war” became a pastime for all to play. Hear from groundbreaker Winnie Guess Perdue, who made waves on the powwow circuit as one of the first female hoop dancers. And visit with Cherokee National Treasure Troy Jackson as he sculpts award-winning contemporary art.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 10

On this episode spend time with Betty Kirk, a quilter who always finds an opportunity to share the Cherokee language, hum a few tunes on the porch with Cherokee songbird Monica Taylor and learn about the sustaining tradition between the Cherokee people and strawberries.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 12

On this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” Perry Van Buskirk passes on the knowledge and weaponry of our ancestors. Also, meet teenage blacksmith Brendan Crotty and the director of the Cherokee National Youth Choir, Mary Kay Henderson.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 13

On this episode of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” we remember the University of Oklahoma and NFL football great Sam Claphan, celebrate the work of Lynn Riggs, author, poet, screenwriter and playwright, perhaps best known for creating the play “Green Grow the Lilacs,” upon which the film “Oklahoma!” was based. Plus, Cherokee artist America Meredith shines a new light on North American Native art in her first-of-its-kind magazine. And meet the Sutteer family, who connect with each other and their culture by participating in Native games.

Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People, Episode 16

On the Season 4 finale of “Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People,” we learn about Ruth Muskrat Bronson an American Indian civil rights activist, a poet and a political influencer. How her leadership shaped American sentiment and Federal policy. Plus, Doctor Melissa Lewis’ work to bridge the gap between health care and indigenous culture. And Harry Oosahwee and how Cherokee language and cultural knowledge influences his art.