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TAGS | Matriarchs
2 Episodes
12 Videos
Episodes
2 Episodes
1m
Beaulah Shavney
S5 • E3
Matriarchs
Beaulah Shavney describes her experiences as an original member of the Women's Army Auxiliary during World War II.
1m
Jeannie Barbour
S4 • E1
Matriarchs
Jeannie Barbour explains some of the recurring themes in her artwork, as well as the mediums and techniques she uses to create her masterpieces.
Videos
12 Videos
2m
Strong Female Roles Create Balance
Lisa Billy
Dynamic Chickasaw Women
Lisa Billy speaks to the collaborative efforts of both men and women in traditional Chickasaw culture.
1m 30s
Three Generations: Speaking Chickasaw
JoAnn Ellis, Johnna Walker & Nacobi Walker
As a Native speaker, JoAnn Ellis is vital to the Chickasaw Nation.
1m
Descending from Clans: A Matrilineal Society
Joshua Hinson
Matriarchs
Joshua Hinson explains that traditionally, Chickasaw heritage descended solely from the female.
3m
The Influence of Chickasaw Women
Lisa Billy
Dynamic Chickasaw Women
Lisa Billy was surrounded by strong Chickasaw women whose examples served to reinforce the idea that she was every bit as capable as her male peers.
1m
Chickasaw Women: Cultural Treasures
Nacobi Walker, Joann Ellis, and Johnna Walker
Dynamic Chickasaw Women
Three generations of Chickasaw women reflect on their cultural heritage and its importance in their lives.
2m 30s
Three Generations: A Caring Family
JoAnn Ellis, Johnna Walker & Nacobi Walker
Matriarchs
JoAnn Ellis, Johnna Walker and Nacobi Walker are family. They're women. And, they're Chickasaw.
1m 30s
Chickasaw Women Held Positions of Power and Respect
Dr. Daniel Littlefield
Dynamic Chickasaw Women
The matrilineal structure meant most property belonged to Chickasaw women, not men.
1m 30s
Panther Women, Battle Strategist
Jeannie Barbour
Jeannie Barbour notes the role of Chickasaw women in battle as communicators and strategists.
1m 30s
Matriarchs in a Business World
Andrea Horner
Matriarchs
Andrea Horner addresses the matriarchal society of the Chickasaw Nation.
2m 30s
The Five Tribes: Matrilineal Societies
Jeannie Barbour
Matriarchs
Jeannie Barbour explains that southeastern tribes share a matrilineal societal organization.
2m
Matrilineal Society: Division of Labor
Jeannie Barbour
Matriarchs
Jeannie Barbour explains how women were keepers of the land, overseers of work that took place in the fields, gatherers of food and materials.
2m 30s
Role Balance of Chickasaw Men and Women
LaDonna Brown
Dynamic Chickasaw Women
LaDonna describes the balance achieved in traditional Chickasaw society.