A CBC news investigation questions the accuracy of Oscar-winning folk artist Buffy Sainte-Marie claiming Indigenous ancestry. We discuss the report with a Canadian attorney. Later, the leader of a Wisconsin nonprofit explains the significance of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail becoming a national park.
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Investigation sows doubt in Indigenous ancestry claimed by folk singer Buffy Sainte-Marie
In October, an investigation by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation questioned the claim to Indigenous ancestry by Buffy Sainte-Marie, an Oscar-winning singer-songwriter. A Canadian attorney joins us to argue Sainte-Marie is only the latest artist to make false claims of Indigenous ancestry.
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Ice Age Trail joins National Park System
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Wisconsin is now officially part of the National Parks Service. We talk with the head of the Ice Age Trail Alliance about the significance of joining the National Parks Service.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Jean Teillet Guest
- Luke Kloberdanz Guest
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