Native Braids grew out of the idea that conversations about ordinary life bring forth discovery, intimacy, compassion, understanding.
When two people who know each other well sit down for a conversation, magic happens. We've recorded youth interviewing elders, family members chatting about old times, good friends swapping stories.
Native Braids is created by Independent Producer Adam Burke in partnership with KSUT Tribal Radio in Ignacio, Colorado. The project was founded by Sheila Nanaeto and Tami Graham and Adam Burke.
Native Braids wouldn't be possible without the support and photographic contributions of Jeremy Wade Shockley and the staff at the Southern Ute Drum. We are also grateful for the guidance and assistance of Amie Hammond, Director of Media for the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, in Towaoc, Colorado.
Thanks to R. Carlos Nakai, Will Clipman and Canyon Records for allowing us to use "Kindling the Essence" from Awakening the Fire as our theme music.
Gratitude to Linda Baker and Daniel Rohde, and Beth McMackin of Athena Designs for work on the logo. Thanks to Matt Nager, for use of his excellent photo of Manuel Heart, and to Mihae Mukaida for her web design skills.
Native Braids support began with a generous gift from Richard and Mary Lyn Ballantine, of Durango, Colorado. Additional support comes from:
