Podcasts by The Jig Is Up

Charlie Fife from 2020-02-05T04:06:27

We are joined by Charlie Fife who is the President of the Métis Federation of Canada and we have a fantastic conversation about how the MFC is moving forward, their views on Métis identity and t...

So Many Changes Yet So Much Stays the Same from 2020-01-28T13:00

We are back after a long break and we pick right up where we left off in 2019 with the Wet’suwet’en being invaded by the Canadian Government to force resource development.  We also dig into the ...

100: The Jig Is Up! from 2019-03-20T04:30:55

Episode 100!  We recap some of the highlights of the past 100 episodes, the guests, topics, and supporters that are such an important part of the success of the show.  We even bring back the ori...

99: Stay The Course! from 2019-03-13T03:42:29

More about the ongoing disrespect to Jody Wilson-Raybould by certain Métis organizations.

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98: Doubling Down! from 2019-03-06T05:03:47

Doubling down on supporting Trudeau over Jody Wilson-Raybould, the resignation of Jane Philpott, and the latest "first step" from the Government of Canada.

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97: Solidarity with...the Government? from 2019-02-27T04:27:35

Statements of support for the Government of Canada, support and desire to sign a framework many Indigenous feel is a bad deal, and recognition that there are Métis outside the MNC.

96: Headstarts and first steps from 2019-02-20T05:53:26

We drill into the new head start mortgage program rolled out this past week by the MMF, the funding gap between Indigenous and non Indigenous language programs, and we also chat a bit about people ...

95: Indigenous Languages Act! from 2019-02-13T03:43:02

Very different reactions from the three Indigenous organizations regarding the Indigenous Languages Act, a reaction to the resignation of Jody Wilson-Raybould.   If you want to show support for in...

94: Promised Infrastructure! from 2019-02-06T05:13:16

Liberals have promised billions of dollars for infrastructure and yet only a fraction of it is actually accounted for.  How does that predict the future of all the money promised Métis people?  ...

93: Spreading it Around! from 2019-01-30T05:44:46

With 16 months and hundreds of thousands of dollars spent the government brings the full force of the law at an Indigenous man selling $90 worth of fish. And the Liberal government is making on-res...

92: Clash of Cultures! from 2019-01-23T06:34:08

Métis and Sahtu Dene of Norman Wells have taken another step towards self-government, our take on the famous video of the kids facing off with the Indigenous elder, and just today the Government ga...

91: Agreement by Force! from 2019-01-16T04:06:30

A new temporary RCMP detachment in sovereign Wet'suwet'en territory, the MNS requiring people to re-apply, Alberta doctors, and the big cabinet shuffle in the federal government.   Support us P...

90: We Stand with Wet'suwet'en! from 2019-01-09T07:29:22

We talk about the violent, forced removal of Indigenous people by the RCMP out in unceded Wet'suwet'en territory.

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89: Year In Review! from 2018-12-26T05:33:56

Our Christmas Day episode and year in review.  Budgets, identity wars, elections, resource extraction deals, out past guests, live events and group conversations, and a naughty and nice list. Listen

88: Take a Breath! from 2018-12-19T05:16:49

We talk about the Métis Settlements signing a framework agreement with the federal government and about the death of the Métis identity battle!

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87: Trademarking Culture! from 2018-12-11T18:00

This week we dig into what it means to trademark cultural items, exclusion of traditional Métis communities, and how we could be living in a great moment in time where Métis people have the chan...

86: A New Map from 2018-12-04T18:00

Well...what can we say, there was a whole lot of things to talk about on this episode.  The new map, MNO on probation, lack of support for UNDRIP, lost injunctions, more than one Métis Nation, a...

85: Different Tactics from 2018-11-28T04:22:16

We discuss the latest headlines in the Métis world.  A "national" annual general assembly complete with a non Métis self proclaimed expert in Métis identity, an investigation into abuse by a for...

84: Peer Reviewed! from 2018-11-21T03:55:20

Let's talk about academic papers and what it means to be peer reviewed.  Also, our reaction to the latest statement from the MMF regarding the Throne speech in Manitoba.

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82: Let's Make a Deal! from 2018-11-08T04:28:05

Our take on the loss of another $20 million deal for the MMF, a follow up on the Halloween costume conversation, and how about that APTN giving all sorts of space to a non-Indigenous person.

81: Costumes and Colonizers! from 2018-10-31T03:24:56

Wearing Métis costumes at Halloween, what leads to some being ok with it and other not so much? We explore a number of ideas as to why some people are ok with non Indigenous wearing Indigenous c...

80: A Real Fine Line! from 2018-10-25T03:41:59

Our take on the latest flare up of western Métis nationalism and the negative outcomes this has for all Métis people.

79: Heather Morigeau from 2018-10-18T01:56:26

My guest today has a great new business idea and one that I feel could be quite successful.  To find out more about her and her business you can find her on Facebook Listen

78: Colonial MOU! from 2018-10-12T04:51:46

Jason and I have a great conversation about the recent MOU signed in the East, the Supreme Court of Canada's most recent dicision, and gifting non indigenous sacred items.

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77: I Agree from 2018-10-03T04:15:34

Today I talk about people self identifying for personal gain, the MMF being upset with the Manitoba Government for not including Indigenous on a Wildlife Conservation Funding board, the support ...

76: Promises, Promises! from 2018-09-26T03:08:28

We weigh in on the promises made by the Government of Canada during the MMF annual meeting.  Is there more to this government than promises?  Is there a long term plan for this money or are we s...

75: Livin on a Prayer! from 2018-09-19T02:00

We sit down to together to breakdown the latest video of MMF President David Chartrand and his support of the Government of Canada's Indigenous Rights Framework while numbers of First Nations ar...

74: Community Conversation! from 2018-09-12T04:18:01

We took part in a community conversation with youth and elders to find out what they think can be done to better engage the youth as well as build a stronger community.Check out our Listen

73: Actions Speak Loudest! from 2018-09-05T04:12:16

Today we jump into the pipeline discussions. We also dive into organizational communications or the lack thereof, and finally we discuss how the UN comes into play in the Canadian Legal world Listen

72: Constitutions! from 2018-08-29T00:22:35

We sit down outside to talk about our views on constitutions, senates, and the other aspects of colonial government that some Metis organizations aspire to implement.

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71: Rod Stagg from 2018-08-22T01:26:32

A great conversation with Rod Stagg.  Rod is a member of the MNA and is quite open about where he thinks the MNA needs to go, how they have dropped the ball repeatedly, and which candidates he s...

70: Candidates Forum from 2018-08-15T02:09:15

A great conversation with candidates in the upcoming Alberta Metis elections.  Victoria Norris candidate for provincial Vice President and Joe Pimlott candidate for President of Region 3.  Both ...

69: Societies and Sovereignty! from 2018-08-08T05:04:03

We have a lively chat about the recent Alberta Court of Queens Bench decision that is going around social media as well as a recent CBC article about the booming Indigenous population in Alberta...

68: Digging into Reconciliation! from 2018-08-01T05:12:55

Winner of our Facebook contest, some news from Alberta about Metis accessing the National Parks in Alberta, archeological digging in Waterton National Park, and a couple of racists are all some ...

67: Hypocrisy! from 2018-07-25T04:37:32

A great discussion about using the Powley criteria for members of organizations while the leaders of those organizations admit they might not meet Powley themselves. And then we get into some well ...

66: Alliances! from 2018-07-18T05:05:39

East coast alliances, special resolutions, and examining the lack of respect for traditional territories by some Métis organizations.   Check out our website at Listen

65: Respect to the Warriors! from 2018-07-12T03:28:50

The anniversary of Oka, respect to the warriors that were there!  Colonialism, the advancement of Canadian society, and the lack of respect from Metis politicians.

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64: Moccasin Flats from 2018-07-04T02:53:44

I had the opportunity to head up to Ft. McMurray to have a conversation about the history of Moccasin Flats as well as the future of their community.

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63: Lies and Scams from 2018-06-27T05:51:15

Over representing membership numbers, using Métis cards to save taxes, and the "incomprehensible failure" of the Government of Canada.   Check out our website at www.metispodcast.ca   If you wo...

62: Dr. Fiona Clement from 2018-06-20T00:00

A conversation about the upcoming legalization of cannabis and the government policies that surround that.   Check out our website at www.metispodcast.ca   If you would like to gain access to e...

61: Making it Right, Live! from 2018-06-17T17:07:48

A panel discussion about decolonizing the art world and the affects it has on Indigenous artists.Checkout our new website at www.metispodcast.ca

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60: Long Division from 2018-06-13T05:14

Alberta is heading towards the injunction junction, modified hunting rights, the BC government gives up authority over Metis children in foster care, and finally, what card is in your wallet? Listen

59: Joe Urie from 2018-06-06T00:30

Our guest today is a Metis business owner living in Jasper, AB. He has been a guide in Jasper for years and has become involved in www.indigenoustourism.ca to promote Indigenous led tourism. Che...

58: Apologies and Pipelines from 2018-05-30T04:07:55

We begin with the Alberta apology to 60's scoop survivors and end up talking about the MNC and affiliates complete support for the Kinder Morgan pipeline.

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57: Graham Andrews! from 2018-05-22T20:00

Joined today by the man behind Lii Noovel. We talk about Graham using his skills as a journalist and proud Métis to hold organizations accountable to the people, his motivation for working on the s...

56: Democracy Acclaimed! from 2018-05-16T04:26:49

We have a look at acclimation democracy, a new cultural centre at Metis Crossing, the approval of the 60's scoop settlement by the colonial court system, and a huge congrats to Maria Campbell on...

P5: Corey Ann Pruden from 2018-05-14T02:16:54

A very eye opening conversation about accountability and transparency or the lack thereof. Corey Ann is a member of a Metis community in Northern Alberta and explains the frustration her and many o...

55: Broken Clocks! from 2018-05-09T04:46:02

Who is on those boards?  Hint, the same people!  And finally someone is suing the government (of Manitoba) for child and family services skimming.

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54: Nation to Nation? from 2018-05-02T05:20:50

Fighting the government for rights, the government stepping over Indigenous laws, and much more.

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53: More Money! from 2018-04-25T03:43:02

Ok this will be the last show about budgets and money hopefully for a while!  But how can we not breakdown the MNS budget or the Government of Canada not funding Indigenous organisations to prov...

52: Meetings&Money! from 2018-04-18T04:40:50

Meetings in Saskatchewan, a look at the lack of transparency in the audited financials, and Alberta makes history!  Also, check out our Patreon page for access to some great interviews and fanta...

51: Conversation! from 2018-04-11T02:22:31

An absolutely fantastic community conversation.  Become a patron by following this link https://patron.podbean.com/metispodcast

50: Grey Beards! from 2018-04-04T04:16:27

Our big 50th episode.  We have a good chat about Metis communities buying their land, a new Metis program at a University in BC, and then we breakdown the latest social media feeding frenzy!

49: Shady Stuff! from 2018-03-28T05:30:28

Gun laws, shady decisions and a new contest for our listeners!

48: Critical Thinking! from 2018-03-21T04:57:12

Government conversations, changes brewing for an organization out east, the violence of conversations these days and an update on our Metis culture camp www.sagitawahcamp.com.

47: Governance, Money, division! from 2018-03-14T04:47:46

Metis musician denied an award nomination, recap of a community meeting by the MNAA, some more talk of budgets and consent and consultation!

46: Show me the Money! from 2018-03-07T06:01:35

Trigger happy farmers, vague statements from the Government of Canada and our take on the 2018 federal budget.

45: Just-Us! from 2018-03-01T04:20:37

Tina Fontaine verdict and chaos in the world of Alberta Metis! Make sure to like and follow our facebook page

44: 60's Scoop Survivor! from 2018-02-21T02:52:26

I had a great conversation with Kathe Legrange, a sixties scoop survivor.  Please check out http://niscw.org/about/ for more information.

43: Travesty of Justice! from 2018-02-14T05:39:21

How we feel about the Colten Boushie verdict.

42: Education Pt. 2! from 2018-02-07T05:35:03

The university episode!  We breakdown some of the issues that Métis students are facing.  A huge shout out to all the students that sent us their information, it is greatly appreciated!

41: Education Pt. 1! from 2018-01-30T01:59:47

We begin our 2 part series on education with a discussion about grades K-5 and what they are learning!

40: Money Talks! from 2018-01-24T06:51:46

Money, membership, exoneration and so much more!

39: Secret of the Stars! from 2018-01-17T04:23:11

We recorded at a local Calgary Indigenous led book club called Chapters & Chat hosted by an organization called  12 Community Safety Initiative.  They were discussing a new book out called S...

38: Hey Bayekkk, please shut up! from 2018-01-10T05:24:51

Elections, Democracy, and yes we have a bit of a rant about Senator Lynn Bayekkk.  

37: Year In Review! from 2017-12-28T06:03:51

2017, what happened?  Well, we review the past year of podcast and we talk a bit about our camp so check it out at www.sagitawahcamp.com.  Thanks for l...

36: "Social" Media! from 2017-12-14T00:49:49

Acadian Remembrance Day, a great chat about some things posted on social media, strengthening communities, and a shout out to some protesters!

35: Nationhood! from 2017-11-29T05:39:22

Where do our rights come from?  The government assures us that one day our 60's scoop survivors may get a shot at some compensation, we just have to wait our turn!  And implementation of the Uni...

34: Joe Pimlott! from 2017-11-22T01:13:06

Great conversation with a friend and fellow Métis, Joe Pimlott.  

33: Sebastien Malette! from 2017-11-17T03:43

HAPPY LOUIS RIEL DAY!  What better way to celebrate than having an amazing conversation with Sebastien Malette?  I hope you enjoy our 2017 Louis Riel Day special episode!

32: Leadership! from 2017-11-15T05:02:18

Leadership?  Where?  Today we breakdown the feud between an AMC Chief and the MMF President and we also take a look at the downside of ignoring and disregarding Eastern Métis people.

31: Conklin! from 2017-11-08T03:29:15

We are opening up the issues facing our Métis community of Conklin.  Housing, control, greed, are just some of the many issues.  If you want to find out how you can help out please visit our web...

30: Spooktacular Politics! from 2017-11-01T04:06:13

Repatriation of items, Membership restricting, people profiting off Métis identity battles, and our survey from our website www.metisstrong.com

29: Jessie Short from 2017-10-25T05:00:10

A great conversation with a Métis artist, film maker, curator and so much more.  

28: 60's Scoop! from 2017-10-18T04:37

Our thoughts on being excluded yet again.

27: Colleen Klein from 2017-10-11T03:46:07

A great conversation with Colleen Klein, a proud Métis woman, who worked for years on the health and well being of Alberta's Indigenous community, and spent years living in the spotlight of Albe...

26: Exonerate! from 2017-10-04T04:24:51

Seems simple enough, the man was great, you must exonerate.  I mean who would not support that?  We acknowledge land acknowledgements are an improvement but there is much work to be done on them...

25: ArtsDance Live! from 2017-09-29T04:48:18

Our first recording in front of a live audience.  Joing me are Michelle Robinson, Gitz Derange, and Stacy Da Silva.  Big thanks to ArtsDance and especially Danni Black and Kevin Jesuino.

24: Women Warriors! from 2017-09-26T22:45:54

I had the pleasure to have a great conversation with another Metis podcaster, Shelley Wiart.  She has a podcast on iTunes called Women Warriors.  To find out more about Shelley check out her web...

23: Something Fishy Part 2 from 2017-09-23T03:15:10

We were able to have a conversation with an eyewitness of the fish theft and the woman who took the now infamous video.

22: Something Fishy! from 2017-09-20T03:44:34

We sound off about Alberta Fish and Wildlife stealing fish during an annual community gathering, Parker Wetlands protestors ordered by the Canadian courts to end their protest, and the belief he...

21: Lapdogs. from 2017-09-07T04:24:20

Mr. Prime Minister, TEAR DOWN THAT INAC...but replace it with CIRNA.  We dive into the removal of certain names from buildings and landmarks, book recommendations, and the treasonous act of poli...

20: Motion Passed! from 2017-08-23T03:55:58

A shout out to the warriors at Gustafsen Lake 22 years ago, we make a motion that Robert's Rules are annoying (anyone second that?), the "Professor" takes us to school on framework discussions o...

19: Sagitawah! from 2017-08-16T02:21:04

A short discussion about our 2017 Sagitawah Metis Youth Culture Camp and how we are going to be working on the 2018 camp.