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.

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

• Matriarchs

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.