Venture and Morningstar discussed their previous podcast episode where they explored topics around identity, addiction, and cultural heritage. Morningstar reflected on how Venture’s advice about not thinking of cultural identity as “half” but as two distinct parts helped her better understand her own identity. They both discussed how external perspectives on cultural identity can be problematic, particularly when non-community members dictate what it means to be part of a community. Morningstar shared how becoming a parent and immersing her children in cultural traditions helped heal childhood traumas, particularly mentioning how she used cultural activities to reconnect with her loved ones during difficult times.

Morningstar shared details about their recent canoe journey and potlatch experience, describing a 6-day journey that included pa ...