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Sovereign Innovations

How Shells Tell Native History

Discover how Indigenous innovation and technology allows Indigenous communities to survive and thrive now and across the centuries. Our host, Cheyenne Bearfoot, will explore various native and Indigenous identities across the globe in order to unravel stereotypes that have diminished innovations made by Indigenous peoples.

How Shells Tell Native History

Season 1 Episode 4 | 10m 15s | CC

Join host Cheyenne Bearfoot on Sovereign Innovations as she uncovers the profound legacy of wampum beads in North American history. From sacred symbols to colonial currency, discover the intricate craftsmanship and enduring cultural significance behind these tiny treasures.

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