May 15, 2026

Chickasaw Nation News

To begin this episode of CNTV News, Brad and Quin feature the latest spring collection from Mahota Textiles. The Chickasaw textile company brings beautiful designs to downtown Sulphur and beyond, featuring new designs from artists like Tanner Hudson and Brent Greenwood, plus a relaunch from Margaret Roach Wheeler. Mahota Textiles shares Chickasaw stories in every blanket, pillow, bag and tea towel they create––and is now internationally recognized for this endeavor. The International Interior Design Association-Wisconsin Chapter has awarded Mahota Textiles first place for creative element for its mix of interior design work and cultural storytelling at OKANA Resort.

In honor of National Family Reading Month, Brad and Quin introduce The Creation Story, a new children's book from Chickasaw Press. Illustrator Lauren John explains the significance of adapting oral traditions into print, stating, "It's also important to get them physically documented and written down, so that we can continue passing them down."

Next in the episode, Chickasaw high school athlete Jaime Lewis signs with Northwestern Oklahoma State University Football as a kicker. His highlights from the 2025/2026 season include a coveted spot to play in the Native All American Football Game. He plans to major in sports management in his next chapter.

To close the episode, Quin chats with Chickasaw professional wrestler Erik Watts about his time in the ring for World Championship Wrestling and World Wrestling Federation, the adrenaline of performing for millions of fans and the pride he feels in his Chickasaw heritage. Watts shares that his career in wrestling allows him to do what he always wants to do, which is "lift others up and be a beacon of light for other people."

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