Memories
Sharing Oral StoriesChickasaw history has been shared orally from one generation to another for centuries, a tradition that is proudly continued today. In this episode of Elders Speak, Chickasaw elders Don Keel, Frank Johnson Sr. and Harold Stick share memories from their childhood with host Lisa Billy and their grandchildren, Anoli Billy, Macen Marris and Chelsea Wedlow. Gathered around a fire on the sacred grounds of Kullihoma, the elders answer questions about their upbringing and describe what it was like to grow up without electricity, running water or a car. The elders also share their experiences growing up in a home where only Chickasaw was spoken, explain how encountering prejudice impacted their lives, and pass down the same advice given to them from their own parents and grandparents.
EPISODES
Elders Speak Premiere
S1 • E1
Mike Larsen Portraits
S1 • E2
Matriarchs
S1 • E3
Back in the Day
S2 • E1
Ghost Stories
S2 • E3
First Social Network
S3 • E2
Our Culture Survives
S3 • E3
A Foundation of Family
S3 • E4
Memories of Kullihoma
S4 • E1
Church at Christmastime
S4 • E2
Church Family
S4 • E3
Don't Speak Chickasaw
S4 • E5One Tribe One Mission
"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"
Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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