b'MEDIUMS: INDIGENOUS VOICES IN MEDIAESSENTIAL READS AND MORE BY INDIGENOUS AUTHORS AND STORYTELLERSBY ASHLEY ALBERTBOOKSerpents and Other Spiritual BeingsAuthor: Bomgiizhik Isaac MurdochSerpents and Other Spiritual Beings is the second volume of the Ojibwe History Series written by renowned storyteller Bomgiizhik Isaac Murdoch. The book features a collection of traditional stories that have been transcribed directly from Murdoch. The stories are written in a way that preserves the style and rhythm of Murdochs oral storytelling, which is how teachings were traditionally passed down. Readers are taken through a series of short stories that Murdoch learned from his Elders. Readers will learn teachings and the importance of Anishinaabe traditions and ceremonies from these stories. The stories are bilingual, written in both Anishinaabemowin and English.Murdoch is Ojibwe from Nimkii Aazhibikong First Nation and is of the Fish Clan. The first volume of the Ojibwe History Series is called The Trail of Nenaboozhoo and Other Creation Stories.PODCASTKuper Island Host: Duncan McCueKuper Island is a CBC podcast hosted by award-winning journalist Duncan McCue. In the eight-part series, McCue takes listeners on a dark and eye-opening journey as survivors share their stories about their experiences at the Kuper Island Residential School. The stories of four children who attended the institution are sharedthree who made it home, and one who did not. Kuper Island Residential School was located on an island now known as Penelakut, which is located off the coast of B.C. The institution operated from 1889 to 1975. McCue travelled to the island and took a tour of the old school grounds. McCue is an Anishinaabe from the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. In addition to hosting this podcast, he hosts CBC Radio Ones Cross Country Checkup. He is also an author and educator.Disclaimer: Kuper Island may be distressing and awaken memories of past traumatic experiences and Photos courtesy of CBC. abuse. If you require emotional support, please contact the 24-hour National Indian Residential School Crisis Line toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.BOOKMy Privilege, My ResponsibilityAuthor: Sheila NorthIn her memoir My Privilege, My Responsibility, Sheila North powerfully shares her journey from child-hood to becoming the first female Grand Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak. Throughout her memoir, North shares how her connection to family and community helped her navigate the world she faced as a young First Nations woman. The book gives a unique perspective from someone who both witnessed and experienced the effects of colonization, systematic racism and repressive government policies. Norths personal journey shows her resiliency, strength, kindness and determination as a true leader.North is Cree from Bunibonibee Cree Nation in northern Manitoba. She has worked in journalism, communications and economic development, and is the creator of the widely known hashtag #MMIW.50l I ssue2 2022/23C hIefs ofo ntarIoA dvocAte magazIne'