Thrive: Unconquered Spirit

1 Season • 1 Episode

This series of intimate profiles depicts the many inspirational figures across generations of the Chickasaw Nation.

3m 30s

Paula Vanbuskirk

S2 • E3

Paula Vanbuskirk wakes up every day filled with passion to improve the dental and overall health of the Chickasaw Nation's youngest patients.

6m 30s

Margaret Roach Wheeler

S2 • E2

Margaret Roach Wheeler honors the legacy of the strong Chickasaw women in her family by creating beautiful handwoven textiles.

3m

Rose Shields-Jefferson

S2 • E1

With fewer than 50 native Chickasaw speakers left, Rose Shields-Jefferson has made it her mission to preserve her language and culture.

5m 30s

Jesse "Cab" Renick

S1 • E9

Hall-of-fame basketball player and WWII veteran Jesse "Cab" Renick lived an extraordinary life.

4m

Triana Browne-Hearrell

S1 • E8

Miss USA, Second Runner-Up, Triana Browne-Hearrell, overcame early health setbacks and has been an advocate for bridging the cultural divide.

5m

Chickasaw Veterans

S1 • E7

Chickasaw servicemen and women have been vital to the U.S. military. As Veterans Day approaches, we honor those who have sacrificed on our behalf.

5m 30s

Carlin Thompson

S1 • E6

Four-time Ada High School Track & Field state champion Carlin Thompson embodies the Unconquered and Unconquerable spirit of the Chickasaw Nation.

4m

Terri Reams & Rebecca Owens

S1 • E5

Terri Reams and Rebecca Owens proudly serve their tribe and their country, continuing the legacy of the fierce Chickasaw female warriors before them.

2m 30s

Brenda Kingery

S1 • E4

A visit to Honduras changed the life of Chickasaw contemporary artist Brenda Kingery and inspired her to empower women around the world.

4m 30s

Leonard Sealey

S1 • E3

In the face of constant danger, Leonard Sealey bravely served his country in Vietnam, embodying the Unconquerable spirit of the Chickasaw warrior.

8m

Rachel Scott

S1 • E2

At age 12, Rachel Scott was diagnosed with leukemia, but her journey to recovery is a testament to her unconquerable spirit and strength.

4m

Larry Paul

S1 • E1

Vietnam veteran Larry Paul drew on his unconquered Chickasaw heritage while serving in the U.S. Marines.