The Discovery of Identity Through Language and Land

The episode highlights the significance of language and identity in the Inuit community, particularly how names reflect a deeper connection to the land. Ashley Kilavik-Savart, an Inuk writer, expresses that renaming places with indigenous terms emphasizes their true essence rather than associating them with outsiders. She illustrates that the Inuit language encapsulates the landscape's character, showing how names can signify a place filled with resources like fish or caribou. Through storytelling and renaming, Inuit individuals are reclaiming their identity and forging deeper connections with their heritage.