The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 620: Tribal Rights and Feral Horses on Wind River
Nov 4, 2024
Arthur Lawson, a Northern Arapaho tribal member and fish and game official, joins his wife, Renee Lawson, an Oglala Sioux woman, to discuss vibrant tribal culture and wildlife management. They delve into the complexities of tribal identity, including blood quantum and inter-tribal relationships. The duo explores the unique challenges of managing feral horse populations and the restoration of buffalo on the Wind River Reservation. Their insights highlight the ongoing efforts to engage tribal youth in traditional practices and sustainable wildlife management.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Cultural Reflections on the Wind River Reservation
05:30 • 16min
Balancing Self-Care and Community Action
21:47 • 7min
Historical Land Management and Indigenous Rights in Wyoming
28:59 • 2min
Wildlife and Hunting Dynamics on the Wind River Reservation
30:38 • 16min
Navigating Blood Quantum and Tribal Identity
47:06 • 5min
Navigating Tribal Identity and Feral Horse Management
52:24 • 22min
Cultural Experiences and Marketplace Insights
01:14:13 • 3min
Challenges of Feral Horse Management
01:17:39 • 3min
Navigating Feral Horse Management and Conservation
01:21:00 • 16min
Reviving Buffalo and Tribal Livestock Management
01:36:59 • 4min
Navigating Indigenous Identity and Language
01:41:00 • 10min
Tribal Wildlife Management and Youth Engagement
01:51:20 • 15min
Exploring Dietary Habits and Wild Game Preferences
02:06:27 • 2min