HISTORY
Kaliweyo'se began on Wisconsin Public Radio in 1999. The show’s title, Kaliweyo'se, is Oneida for “good message.” The show is produced through the support of the Oneida Nation Arts Program. On Thursday evenings, listeners enjoy traditional Native American music, but also contemporary Native American music, which includes the rock, folk, country and rap genres.
The program has two hosts. Chris Powless, a member of the Oneida Nation, created the program. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in TV, Radio, and Film from UW-Oshkosh. He works as a multi-media specialist for the Oneida Nation. Richie Plass, a member of the Menomonee Nation, creates diversity curriculum for teachers, does extensive work on the Native American mascot issues, and is the author of the book of poetry, Growing Up Indian on Turtle Island.
INTENT
Kaliweyo'se hopes to create a sense of community for Native American people and also strengthen community ties in northeastern Wisconsin.
Upcoming Events
Free Concert at Harmony Cafe
West Mason St, Green Bay, WI
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 from 6pm-9pm
The Musical Line Up:
Blues Talk (Oneida Reservation)
Jr. Danforth and the N-D-N Beetles (Oneida & Menominee Rez')
Clinton Miller (Stockbridge/Munsee Rez)
Wade Fernandez (Menominee Reservation)
Rockin' Daddys (Oneida Reservation)
Big Snake (Oneida Reservation)
Any questions contact Richie Plass: richieplass@yahoo.com
KALIWEYO'SE NEWSLETTER
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The Kalihwiyo'se Van
LINKS
In February of 2007, listeners tuned in for an on-air first when Chris Powless and Richie Plass opened up the studio to members of four different drum groups to perform live on the air. See video of the drum group here:
Video One
Video Two
Video Three
Visit STAR for more information on issues that affect the community.
Learn about the First Nations Studies program at UW-Green Bay.
To learn more about Richie Plass, please visit his
tribute page.
“Music is the strongest medicine for all native people.”
--Richie Plass
