All That Matters tells stories about arts and culture around Alberta. Each week we take small bites out of a big question. This week: What's authentic? Emmanuel Jal was born in South Sudan and became a child solider at the age of 7. He's now become a global citizen through his work as an activist, hip-hop artist and storyteller. We talked to Emmanuel about how he tries to stay true to himself and where he comes from.

And we dive deep into the debate about cultural appropriation of Indigenous art and culture. Cold Lake First Nation artist Dawn Marie Marchand joins us to talk about the lengths she goes to make her art respectfully, and whether Edmontonians really should #boycottyegarts, as Metis writer and academic Zoe Todd has advocated on her blog.

All That Matters - Authenticity

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All That Matters - Authenticity

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