Reclaiming Indigenous Sovereignty (with Wynne Weddell)

Our first guest on Nomads at the Intersections podcast is Wynne Weddell, Native American of the Yankton Sioux Tribe. A hiker, nomad, and full-time beadwork artist - Wynne joins our host, Noami, for this in-person interview from the traditional lands of the Pascua Yaqui and Tohono O'odham in the Southwest. Listen as she shares her story of leaving her homeland to follow her nomadic passions in the forests of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Wynne also recounts her experience at the Dakota Access pipeline, shares stories about her great-grandmother as a front-line activist during the American Indian Movement, how Indigenous peoples must lead the conversation on environmental activism, and so much more. Check out our Show Notes for journal prompts that dig deeper into how your story and Wynne's experience intersect. ABOUT OUR GUEST Wynne Weddell is a member of the Ihanktonwon Nation (Yankton Sioux) specializing in beaded adornments, using her platform to raise awareness of environmental & social justice issues being faced in BIPOC communities. She is passionate about environmental advocacy, cultural reclamation, all things rainbow, and working towards a more sustainable future. #LANDBACK [https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/landback/] SOCIALS Podcast @nomadsattheintersections [https://www.instagram.com/nomadsattheintersectionspod/] Community @diversify.vanlife [https://www.instagram.com/diversify.vanlife/] Host @irietoaurora [https://www.instagram.com/irietoaurora/] Season 1 Co-Host: @anaismoniq [https://www.instagram.com/anaismoniq/] Guest @rainbowmountain_ [https://www.instagram.com/rainbowmountain_/] Stay tuned for the relaunch of Nomads at the Intersections, coming this Summer, 2024. Subscribe in your podcast feed and follow @diversify.vanlife [https://www.instagram.com/diversify.vanlife] and @nomadsattheintersectionspod [https://www.instagram.com/nomadsattheintersectionspod] to stay in the loop as more updates drop. Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating in your podcast app, it'll help other Nomads find us. Nomads at the Intersections is hosted by Noami Grevemberg [https://www.instagram.com/irietoaurora/] A Diversify Vanlife [https://diversifyvanlife.com/] production Music by Smart Monkey Music [https://smartmonkeymusic.com/] Podcast Cover Artwork by Karen Ceballos [https://www.instagram.com/ka_wren_ceballos/]

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Ever wondered what it’s like to live on your own terms with the open road as your guide? Welcome to "Nomads at the Intersections" (NATI pod), where Noami Grevemberg dives into the lives of those daring to live differently. Noami brings you into the heart of her adventures and shares the diverse stories of others redefining freedom. Each episode smashes the walls of conventional living, exploring themes of resilience, identity, community, and the pure joy of the journey. Ready for bold conversations that challenge the status quo? Hit play and join us on this unpredictable ride. This is where the road gets real. About the Host: Since 2016, Noami Grevemberg has called her van home, chasing nature's wildest corners and living on her own terms. Her book, "Living The Vanlife," dives into the gritty reality of road living and shares raw insights into sustainable life on the move. As the founder of Diversify Vanlife, she’s shaking up the road-travel world, championing inclusivity. A seasoned content creator, writer, and storyteller, Noami brings bold stories and unique perspectives through her podcast, "Nomads at the Intersections." She inspires others to try new ways of living, find joy in unexpected places, and deeply connect with the world around them.