Guest Noah William Jolly joins Host John P. Bosum for a thoughtful discussion on traditional Cree weddings in the region of the Cree Nation of Mistissini. Together, they explore how wedding customs were practiced in the past and examine the influence of the church on these traditions. Join them as they delve into the rich and evolving history of Cree matrimonial practices.
Up Next in Season 1
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Episode Seven - The Translator
Host John P. Bosum welcomes guest Noah William Jolly for an engaging conversation about the vital role of translators such as Simon Metabie. They discuss how these individuals served as crucial intermediaries between the Cree people and French fur traders, as well as the French fur traders broade...
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Episode Eight - Young Helpers
Host John P. Bosum is joined by guest Justin Ryan Swallow for a conversation about the tradition of "Young Helpers" in earlier times. They explore how young men and women would accompany elders into the bush, offering support with daily tasks, assisting around camp, or hunting on their behalf whe...
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Episode Nine - Jacques Rouseas
Join Host John P. Bosum and Guest Samuel James Macleod as they discuss the life and legacy of Jacques Rousseau, a significant historical figure and botanist who visited Mistissini in the 1940s. Rousseau conducted extensive studies of the region’s plant life, including areas such as the Otish Moun...
