Episodes
17 Episodes
Melissa Tartsah Morgan and Vicky Gold
S4 • E5After enduring a harrowing medical struggle, Vicky Gold and her daughter, Melissa Tartsah Morgan, agree: To be Chickasaw, you have strength.
Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud
S13 • E5Chickasaw citizen Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud says she always knew she would figure out a way to give back to her tribe.
John Herrington: Chickasaw Determination
S5 • E7Astronaut John Herrington speaks about the pride he feels for his Chickasaw heritage, and the importance of diligence in the face of adversity.
Troy Lawrence
S17 • E6Meet Troy Lawrence. Putting bad guys behind bars using the most advanced data extraction technology available.
Paula Vanbuskirk
S16 • E6As Chief of Dental Services at the Chickasaw Nation, Dr. Paula Vanbuskirk is dedicated to the health and well-being of the nation's youngest citizens.
Dr. Suzanne Van Cooten
S4 • E4Dr. Suzanne Van Cooten says she feels like a protector of the land and strives to leave the earth better than she found it.
Kent Smith, Ph.D.
S13 • E1Kent Smith founded the Native Explorers program as a way to recruit, train and educate the next generation of Native Americans in science & medicine.
Dr. Teresa Shavney
S5 • E2Dr. Teresa Shavney talks about her breast cancer patients, and how she uses empathy to take away fear and help make people well.
Teri Centner
S11 • E6Chickasaw citizen Teri Centner is using her lifelong love of science and math to help youth succeed in these advanced fields.
Dr. Don Gardner
S18 • E1Meet successful veterinarian, dairy farmer and proud Chickasaw Dr. Don Gardner.
Tessa Stamile
S9 • E1Tessa Stamile is thankful for the educational opportunities the Chickasaw Nation provides.
Brandon Postoak, D.O.
S17 • E8Brandon Postoak credits his Chickasaw heritage for changing the trajectory of his life and sending him on a path to become a doctor.
Dr. Tina Cooper
S2 • E6Family Practitioner, Tina Cooper, M.D. inspires and encourages young women in their pursuit of big career goals.
Joe F. Moore
S16 • E1Joe F. Moore achieved his dream of attending MIT and went on to become a pioneer in computer technology and oil refining.
Joshua Tingle
S9 • E8Joshua Tingle is a talented and intelligent young Chickasaw with a promising future ahead of him.
Chris Carpenter
S8 • E5Chris Carpenter understands the importance of Chickasaw heritage.
Videos
26 Videos
Diabetes and Culture
Tina CooperNative Americans once felt that diabetes was something that was inherited and simply dealt with as best as possible.
Chickasaw Culture and Identity
Tina CooperChickasaw culture is a mix of many things: caring about one another, self-improvement, a strong sense of family and a sense of identity.
Getting Serious About Treatment Options
Vicky GoldWhen her daughter began suffering kidney failure, Vicky Gold decided it was time to get serious about how to proceed with the medical treatment.
Lifestyle Changes
In honor of Diabetes AwarenessIncreasing rates of diabetes make monitoring one's lifestyle a necessity.
Native American Risk
In Honor of Diabetes AwarenessNative American communities are statistically at a higher risk to become type 2 diabetic.
Initial Kidney Treatments
Vicky GoldChickasaw mother Vicky Gold tells the story of the initial treatments for her daughter Melissa, after she was diagnosed with FSGS.
John Herrington: I Dreamed of Being an Astronaut
Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw NationJohn Herrington tells the story of how he came to be an astronaut, and describes the adventure of being in space.
Family Kidney Transplant
Vicky GoldChickasaw mother Vicky Gold continues the saga toward becoming a kidney donor for her daughter Melissa who was in desperate need of a transplant.
Leadership of Chickasaw Ancestors
Suzanne Van CootenThrough her father's stories about their ancestors, who were leaders, Suzanne Van Cooten was able to realize a sense of leadership in herself.
Dr. Judy Goforth Parker: Chickasaw Nation Making History
Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw NationDr. Judy Goforth Parker describes the ways that the Chickasaw Nation is making history.
Dr. Judy Goforth Parker: Obesity
In Honor of Diabetes AwarenessObesity is a growing issue in the United States and can also raise a person's risk for type 2 diabetes.
John Herrington: Advice to Children
Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw NationJohn Herrington, the first enrolled Native American member in space, encourages children to recognize the importance of following their dreams.
Opening Session: John Herrington (full version)
2010 Creativity World ForumFormer NASA Astronaut and Chickasaw John Herrington was featured in a delightful sketch that opened the World Forum.
Tracing My Roots
Suzanne Van CootenSuzanne Van Cooten explains how the process of tracing her family tree helped her to gain a sense of community within the Chickasaw Nation.
Family History in Achilles: Oklahoma
Tina CooperThere was a time when the entire town of Achilles, Oklahoma, belonged to the land allotment of Tina Cooper's ancestors.
Choosing Chickasaw Health Services
Vicky GoldThe Carl Albert Indian Health Facility served Chickasaw citizens with quality care before the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center opened in 2010.
Childhood Dream
Tina CooperSince before she earned her First Aid badge in Girl Scouts, Tina Cooper has been interested in science and medicine.
What is Diabetes?
In Honor of Diabetes AwarenessDiabetes is a disease characterized by high blood glucose levels.
Family Encouraging Healthy Habits
In honor of Diabetes AwarenessHealthy lifestyles can be strengthened when the entire family is involved.
Support of the Chickasaw Nation
Vicky GoldThe emotional support provided by the Chickasaw Nation helped Vicky Gold and her daughter Melissa.
Profiles
20 Profiles
Dr. Suzanne Van Cooten
A Chickasaw scientist working to bring Native Americans into the field of meteorologyVan Cooten is a highly esteemed hydrometeorologist at the National Severe Storms Lab in Norman, Oklahoma.
Chris Carpenter
A spirit for success and innovationChickasaw citizen Chris Carpenter greatly admired his determined grandfather, a man who received his pilot’s license when he was just 16 years old.
Brandon Postoak D.O.
Emergency medicine doctor of osteopathic medicine inspired by his Chickasaw heritageAs an emergency medicine physician, Dr. Brandon Postoak hopes to inspire other First Americans to pursue careers in science and medicine.
Teri Centner
A dedicated proponent for Native Americans in the sciencesChickasaw citizen Teri Centner is using her lifelong love of science and math to help youth succeed in these advanced fields.
Joshua Tingle
Challenging his skills and imagination to think beyond the possibleJoshua Tingle is an intelligent and talented individual. He's a young Chickasaw, but is pushing the limits any way he can imagine.
Abigail McNally
Meet a young woman who thinks science is "cool." And who knows her Chickasaw heritage is so important.As an aerospace engineer at Northrop Grumman, Abigail McNally recognizes the profound possibilities in the stars.
Dr. Judy Goforth Parker
A Dynamic Chickasaw Woman committed to the health of the Chickasaw NationDr. Judy Goforth Parker is the Chickasaw Nation Commissioner of Health Policy.
Kayla Dewitt
As the lead therapist for The Chickasaw Nation Empowered Living Clinic, Kayla Dewitt proudly says, "I am Chickasaw."A Chickasaw citizen continuing a family legacy of service as the lead physical therapist for the Empowered Living Clinic.
Joe F. Moore
A computing pioneer for the petroleum industryMr. Moore applied his knowledge of computer modeling to the process of oil refining.
Dr. Teresa Shavney
Breaking down barriers as the first female surgeon in Oklahoma CityDisplaying the notorious unconquerable Chickasaw spirit, Teresa Shavney is a barrier breaker in the field of medicine.
Dr. Jonathan Trent
Award-winning Chickasaw physician and cancer researcherDr. Jonathan Trent is a board-certified oncologist.
Paula Vanbuskirk
Dedicated to all the health and wellbeing of the nation's youngest citizensChickasaw citizen and pediatric dentist Paula Vanbuskirk loves waking up every morning to help brighten the smiles of children.
Kent Smith, Ph.D.
Dedicated to recruiting and training the next generation of Native Americans in scientistsKent Smith founded the Native Explorers program as a way to recruit, train and educate the next generation of Native Americans in science & medicine.
Troy Lawrence
"I don't like a problem that I can't solve. So, I feel that's a Chickasaw trait I would be able to embody ... And make a difference."Chickasaw Troy Lawrence paves the way for advanced computer-based forensics at the Fort Worth Police. Catching criminals one digit at a time.
Tessa Stamile
Dreams to support the health of Native Americans in OklahomaTessa Stamile is a woman who is proud of her Chickasaw heritage.
John Herrington
The first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to fly in spaceHerrington has spent his life as a proud Chickasaw member serving as a U.S. Naval Aviator and an astronaut for NASA.
Melissa Tartsah Morgan and Vicky Gold
Shining examples of the strength and determination of the Chickasaw peopleMelissa Tartsah Morgan is a kidney transplant recipient and her mother, Vicky Gold, was her living donor.
Dr. Don Gardner
Dr. Don Gardner has built a thriving business raising and caring for dairy heifers, and his Chickasaw heritage inspired him along the wayDr. Don Gardner is a large animal veterinarian, successful dairy farmer and proud Chickasaw.
Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud
An unwavering commitment to serve her fellow Chickasaw peopleChickasaw citizen Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud is a high achiever, to say the very least.
Dr. Tina Cooper
A strong advocate for the progress of Chickasaw citizens in the areas of health and scienceDr. Cooper currently works as the medical director of the Sovereign Family Medical Center (under the Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce).
One Tribe One Mission
"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"
Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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