# Oglala Lakota

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We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

This week, John welcomes back Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist Simon Moya Smith, along with mental health professional Julie Francella, discuss the ongoing impacts of the Indian Removal Act, signed by Andrew Jackson 193 years ago. They delve into the historical context and modern consequences o…

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 — Native child welfare notches wins in a time of adversity

A rule change in South Dakota opened a door that allowed a sizable increase in the number of eligible foster parents. It is a boon for places like the Oglala Sioux Reservation that declared an emergency in foster child placement as recently as three years ago. The Minnesota Supreme Court turned bac…

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 — Native child welfare notches wins in a time of adversity

A rule change in South Dakota opened a door that allowed a sizable increase in the number of eligible foster parents. It is a boon for places like the Oglala Sioux Reservation that declared an emergency in foster child placement as recently as three years ago. The Minnesota Supreme Court turned ba…

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

In this episode, we welcome Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist Simon Moya Smith and Indigenous studies professor Julie Francella to discuss the significance of Peggy Flanagan's Senate campaign. They explore the unique Indigenous values that shape leadership and the importance of representation in…

Monday, August 10, 2026 — August primary elections offer insights on Native candidates’ prospects

Voters will soon find out whether the bid by Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (White Earth Ojibwe/D-MN) to become the first Native American woman elected to the U.S. Senate clears the primary election hurdle in a hotly-contested race. It is one of the many races with Native candidates that are coming into …

Monday, August 10, 2026 — August primary elections offer insights on Native candidates’ prospects

Voters will soon find out whether the bid by Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (White Earth Ojibwe/D-MN) to become the first Native American woman elected to the U.S. Senate clears the primary election hurdle in a hotly-contested race. It is one of the many races with Native candidates that are coming into c…

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 — Are Native voters in line with the Democratic Party’s shift to the left?

Claire Valdez (Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo) is a member of the New York Assembly running for a seat in Congress. She’s also a proud Democratic Socialist, a progressive wing of the party gaining ground in the success of elected leaders like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez…

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 — Are Native voters in line with the Democratic Party’s shift to the left?

Claire Valdez (Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo) is a member of the New York Assembly running for a seat in Congress. She’s also a proud Democratic Socialist, a progressive wing of the party gaining ground in the success of elected leaders like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Corte…

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — Finding success through the art of contemporary horsemanship

Named a “legendary Lakota horseman” by the Oglala Sioux Tribe, Fred Ecoffey (Oglala Lakota) has enjoyed a celebrated 68-year career as a jockey. After winning his debut race in 1957, Ecoffey went on to compete in more than 17,500 races, earning inductions into both the Nebraska Racing Hall of Fame…

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — Finding success through the art of contemporary horsemanship

Named a “legendary Lakota horseman” by the Oglala Sioux Tribe, Fred Ecoffey (Oglala Lakota) has enjoyed a celebrated 68-year career as a jockey. After winning his debut race in 1957, Ecoffey went on to compete in more than 17,500 races, earning inductions into both the Nebraska Racing Hall of Fame…