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Episodes

24 Episodes

Gene Arpelar

S15 • E6
Gene Arpelar is proud to have served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Robert Tuttle

S12 • E3
Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom Robert Tuttle says he's incredibly proud to be Chickasaw.

Bill Lance

S17 • E10
Bill Lance celebrates his heritage and hopes his efforts help enhance the quality of life for Chickasaw citizens.

Bill Scott

S12 • E1
Bill Scott, oldest son of famed Chickasaw aviator Pearl Carter Scott, explains the impact his mother had on his life.

Nathaniel Thomas

S14 • E3
After WWII, Chickasaw citizen Nathaniel Thomas answered God's call and became a minister.

Kevin Meeks

S15 • E8
Rear Admiral Kevin D. Meeks credits his Chickasaw heritage with giving him strength to overcome adversity.

Lighthorse Police

S16 • E11
From the era of removal to Indian Territory to present day, the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police have protected and served their citizens.

Jennifer Barnes

S3 • E3
Jennifer Barnes talks about some of the educational opportunities available through the Chickasaw Nation.

Tobi Young

S16 • E4
Tobi Young is humbled to have served as a United States Supreme Court Clerk and credits her success to her Chickasaw and Oklahoma roots.

Chris Kidd

S16 • E7
Oklahoma State Senator Chris Kidd discusses his family's legacy of service to the Chickasaw Nation and the great state of Oklahoma.

Donald Anderson

S17 • E2
Donald Anderson's life reads like the protagonist in an adventure novel. But he always wanted, "To be remembered as a friend. A giver. And a doer."

Beaulah Shavney

S5 • E3
Beaulah Shavney describes her experiences as an original member of the Women's Army Auxiliary during World War II.

T.W. Shannon

S6 • E1
T.W. Shannon describes how the fierce Chickasaw warriors did more than just protect their homelands from invaders.

Jay and Mike Mitchell

S6 • E6
Mike and Jay Mitchell have both served in the Oklahoma National Guard and were deployed at the same time and relocated to the same operating base.

Kayla Dewitt

S17 • E4
"I'm blessed to be a part of something to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people." Meet physical therapist Kayla Dewitt.

Bill Wright

S12 • E2
Chickasaw citizen Bill Wright, a Durant native and longtime veteran of the National Park Service, brought his skills back to Oklahoma in 2015.

Franklin Keel

S16 • E9
For over 40 years, Chickasaw citizen Franklin Keel served his country at home and abroad.

Thelma Chincie Ross

S8 • E2
Chickasaw elder Thelma Chincie Ross was a World War II Code Talker Administrator.

Tewanna Edwards

S17 • E9
Chickasaw elder and peacemaker Tewanna Edwards describes her passion for helping members of her community.

Benjamin Espinosa

S14 • E1
Following the tragic events of September 11, 2001, Chickasaw citizen Benjamin Espinosa made the bold decision to join the U.S. Navy.
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Videos

47 Videos

Keeping the Chickasaw Language Current

Lisa Billy
Lisa Billy describes how she enjoys being both a student and a teacher of Chickasaw.

Lifestyle Changes

In honor of Diabetes Awareness
Increasing rates of diabetes make monitoring one's lifestyle a necessity.

Linda English: "Oklahoma Sells Itself"

Attorney / Former Oklahoma First Lady's Chief of Staff
Linda English details some of the things that government leaders are doing to convince businesses to give Oklahoma a chance.

December 1, 2011 – Jerry Brown, World War II Veteran

Chickasaw Nation News
Jeraldine "Jerry" Brown was recruited into the United States Army following her college graduation in 1943.

A Warrior's Support System

Matthew Neumeyer
It wasn't until Matthew Neumeyer's military career took him far away from his homelands that he realized what his tribal identity truly meant.

Strength of My Grandmother

Lisa Billy
From state meetings to picking cotton, work has always been a family affair for the Billys — especially for the strong matriarchs.

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker: Chickasaw Nation Making History

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation
Dr. Judy Goforth Parker describes the ways that the Chickasaw Nation is making history.

Typical Day in My Life

Lisa Billy
Lisa Billy's job sometimes requires her to work 14- and 15-hour days, but she always makes spending time with her family a priority.

Neal McCaleb: Tribal Contributions

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation
Neal McCaleb discusses the ways in which tribal governments have become major players in healthcare, business and other fields.

Jerry Brown: Evolving Roles for Women

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation
At 95 years old, Chickasaw citizen Jerry Brown isn't slowing down.

First Female Native American Congresswoman in District

Lisa Billy
Lisa Billy is not only the first female congressman in her district— she is also the first Indian.

February 1, 2013 – T.W. Shannon

Chickasaw Nation News
On the day of his induction he greets men and women of the armed forces who have been wounded during active duty.

Finding Peace on My Land

Lisa Billy
For Lisa Billy and her family, being outside on the land is about more than getting some fresh air.

Thanksgiving: Storytelling from a Native Perspective

Lisa Billy
Thanksgiving, while celebrated as an American holiday, can be attributed to the accepting Indian tribes who welcomed the pilgrims to their land.

Passions in Legislature

Lisa Billy
Chief among Lisa Billy's priorities in the legislature are two things.

Robert Tuttle: My Father Holmes Tuttle

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation
Loving son Robert Tuttle, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom, counts himself lucky to have had Holmes Tuttle as a father.

What is Diabetes?

In Honor of Diabetes Awareness
Diabetes is a disease characterized by high blood glucose levels.

Linda English: "Giving Back"

Attorney / Former Oklahoma First Lady's Chief of Staff
The Chickasaw Nation, and Oklahoma in general, provide excellent opportunities for students to further their educations.

Linda English Weeks: A Love of the Law

Attorney / Former Oklahoma First Lady's Chief of Staff
Linda English Weeks details the path that took her back to law school and helped her secure a role in government.

Mother and Representative

Lisa Billy
Lisa Billy says the biggest challenge to her credibility has been being a "housewife" and mother.
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Profiles

26 Profiles

Bill Lance

A distinguished career of service dedicated to enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people
Bill Lance is the Secretary of State for the Chickasaw Nation and is eager to share his Chickasaw heritage with the world.

Gene Arpelar

Loving the country he served
Gene Arpelar is a Chickasaw veteran of the U.S. Navy whose time abroad deepened his love for America.

Nathaniel Thomas

A Navy Veteran Following God's Path
After WWII, Chickasaw citizen Nathaniel Thomas answered God's call and became a minister.

T.W. Shannon

A modern-day Chickasaw warrior and public servant
Tahrohon Wayne Shannon is the state of Oklahoma's first African-American Speaker of the House.

Tobi Young

An accomplished attorney and public servant
Tobi Young has dedicated her career to the law and the pursuit of justice, serving as a United States Supreme Court Clerk.

Benjamin Espinosa

A proud military serviceman with a love for his country and his tribe
Military service runs in Benjamin Espinosa's blood.

Rebecca Owens

Committed to Helping Fellow Veterans
Rebecca Owens is just one in a long line of venerable Chickasaw warrior women.

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker

A Dynamic Chickasaw Woman committed to the health of the Chickasaw Nation
Dr. Judy Goforth Parker is the Chickasaw Nation Commissioner of Health Policy.

Jay & Mike Mitchell

Brothers and military servicemen who have honored their nation and their tribe
Jay & Mike Mitchell are two brothers who have honored their nation and their tribe through years of service in the Oklahoma National Guard.

Chris Kidd

Following in his family's footsteps, serving Oklahoma's 31st District
Continuing a family legacy of service to the great state of Oklahoma.

Linda Briggs

A dedicated public servant to her hometown, state and the Chickasaw people
Linda has served as the Pickens District Representative to the Chickasaw Tribal Legislature from 1994 to 2000, and then from 2001 to the present.

Beaulah Shavney

A brave military veteran, treasured elder and proud Chickasaw citizen
Shavney was a proud Chickasaw woman and an original member of the Women's Army Auxiliary during World War II.

Jerry Brown

A patriotic WWII veteran with deep Chickasaw roots
Jeraldine "Jerry" Brown said it was her Chickasaw family members who taught her how to love life.

Bill Wright

A proud Chickasaw citizen and protector of Chickasaw Country
Chickasaw citizen Bill Wright, a Durant native and longtime veteran of the National Park Service, brought his skills back to Oklahoma in 2015.

Bill Scott

His selfless sacrifice is a reflection of the unconquered and unconquerable Chickasaw warrior spirit
Born in 1933, Bill Scott is a proud Korean War veteran and member of the Chickasaw Nation.

Jennifer Barnes-Kerns

Chickasaw attorney and foreign service diplomat
Jennifer Barnes-Kerns is the Vice-Consul and the Political/Economic/Public Diplomacy Officer at the U.S. Consulate in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Donald Anderson

Stuntman. Model. Rancher. Army Veteran. So many stories for one life, but a single overarching theme: he's a proud Chickasaw.
From WWII veteran, oilman and rancher to stuntman, model and more, Chickasaw elder Donald Anderson has lived life to the fullest.

Kevin Washburn

A lifetime of work advocating for the legal rights of Native American people
Chickasaw citizen Kevin Washburn has spent practically his entire adult life working on behalf of Native American nations.

Kevin Meeks

A public servant dedicated to helping Native communities
Long-time public servant Rear Admiral Kevin D. Meeks draws on his Chickasaw heritage to help Native communities.

Robert Tuttle

Proud Chickasaw and trusted aide to former president Ronald Reagan
Though he has traveled all over the country and the world, Chickasaw citizen Robert Tuttle has deep roots right here in Oklahoma.
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