

Anti-Imperialism and Indigenous methodologies w/ Sardana Nikolaeva and Masha Kardashevskaya
14 snips Jun 2, 2025
Masha Kardashevskaya, a peace and conflict studies expert from the Sakha Republic, and Sardana Nikolaeva, a cultural anthropologist from the same region, dive into important discussions on Indigenous rights and methodologies. They address the unique challenges faced by Indigenous women and the need for ethical research in Western academia. Highlighting the significance of their multilingual podcast, they aim to amplify marginalized voices and connect communities globally. Their insights into political identity and cultural heritage reveal the complexities of Indigenous activism and decolonization efforts.
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Global Relevance of Indigenous Research
- Indigenous research methodologies address exploitative practices in academic research globally.
- They emphasize ethical collaboration and challenge Eurocentric knowledge production.
Expectations to Denounce Home Country
- Sardana Nikolaeva recounts expectations to denounce her home country in academic and public forums.
- She finds such mandates inappropriate and disregards them personally.
Academic Backlash for Family History
- Masha faced backlash in Canada for mentioning her uncle's Communist Party affiliation.
- She was unfairly labeled a Putinist due to racialized perceptions.