His name is Barry Friedman and he’s been collecting supplying 100-year-old Pendletons since 1969. In fact, he was the supplier of 60 period Pendleton blankets for the movie, “Killers of the Flower Moon”.

Although Barry isn’t a Pendleton employee, he is the vintage blanket consultant to Pendleton Woolen Mills, and Ralph Lauren himself has been a customer of Barry’s for over 30 years. He also sells museum quality blankets to private collectors and has been instrumental in helping to form the most important collections in the world. 

In addition to being an appraiser, consultant and seller of these historical blankets, he’s also the author of the book, “Chasing Rainbows: Collecting American Indian Trade & Camp Blankets” and its sequel, “Still Chasing Rainbows”.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:
•	The history of the Pendleton blanket
•	The surprising history of the patterns on the blankets 
•	What became of the blankets after Killers of the Flower Moon
•	Round-corner Pendleton blankets (hint: if you have one, keep it!)
•	Barry’s former career as a comedy writer in Hollywood, and as a Columnist and radio personality

Note: I encourage those of you who aren’t quite fans of Pendleton (due to their not being a Native-owned company) to listen to this episode too…I think you’ll still find it interesting.

I’d also like to share the beautiful work of Native-owned Eighth Generation – check them out here: https://eighthgeneration.com/

Barry’s collection is the largest in the world and can be viewed in Phoenix, Arizona by appointment. Call, text (480)-309-4697 or e-mail at blanketboy@cox.net to make arrangements.

Website: www.barryfriedmanblankets.com 

Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barryfriedmanindianblankets/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarryFriedmanIndianBlankets


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S6, E7, Pt1 Barry Friedman on The Pendleton Blanket and the Stories and History Woven Within, Part 1

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PART 3

They were the Comanche, or Numunuh—meaning "The People"— and they were the undisputed "Lords of the Plains," fiercely guarding their vast homeland across Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico. Masters of horseback warfare, they resisted westward expansion as the U.S. government pushed settlers into their territory.

In an 1836 raid on Fort Parker, nine-year-old Cynthia Ann Parker was taken captive. She embraced Comanche life, later marrying Chief Peta Nocona. And their son, Quanah Parker, became a legendary leader. As the U.S. broke the Treaty of Medicine Lodge, Quanah led his people in the Red River War, the last major conflict between the southern Plains tribes and the U.S. military. Realizing continued resistance meant destruction, he surrendered at Fort Sill in 1875 to secure his people's survival.

Straddling two worlds, Quanah worked to bridge the divide between Native and white societies. Though never elected chief, he was appointed the Comanche Nation’s Principal Chief. 

To his family, he was a beloved grandfather who championed education and Comanche traditions. To history, he remains the "Last Chief of the Comanche."
In parts 1 and 2 of this series, I spoke with one of Quanah Parker's descendants, Jody Parker. Now in part 3, you'll hear directly from Quanah’s great grandchildren:
Jacquetta Parker
Ardith Parker-Leming
LaNora Parker
Sandra Chesnut
Don Allen Parker 
Jody Colbert

The family shares insights on:
- Quanah's influence on the importance of education and always showing up dressed to impress
- His vision for a school and church for his people
- What Quanah was like as a master horseman and a great warrior
- The significance of Comanche oral history and that much of their knowledge came from both 
   their elders and the Mennonite missionaries Quanah worked with
- Did Quanah really tell a missionary she was "ugly"? You may be surprised by the answer!

Finally, the elders share a heartfelt reflection on how Quanah bridged two worlds—the world of his people and of those who had taken over.

Unfortunately, when I recorded this 2 years ago, my sound and video were messed up. So thank you for your patience, as it has been cleaned up as best as possible.


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S8 E4 Part 3 Quanah Parker, The Comanche Warrior Between Two Worlds

PART 4

“Don’t let go of one foot in one place and one foot in the other. Don’t ever forget who you are. You are Comanche, you are Indian. You are a Parker.” 

- Jacquetta Parker, proud great-granddaughter of the legendary Comanche warrior Quanah Parker, sharing his timeless wisdom and guiding his descendants as they navigate the complexities of two very different worlds.

In Part 4 of this series, where I visited with the descendants of Quanah Parker, we explored a more personal side of the legendary Comanche leader—Quanah as a father, husband, and historical inspiration. Our conversation uncovered fascinating stories, including:

- Despite his reputation as a fierce and respected warrior, Quanah had a deep compassion for orphans and those in need.
- The time President Roosevelt visited his home.
- The treasured china passed down to one of his great-granddaughters.
- Insights into Quanah’s many wives.
- The remarkable story of how Quanah and the Mennonites envisioned and built Post Oak Mission.
- How both Comanche and English were sung and preached in the church.
- The role of frybread sales in rebuilding Post Oak Mission.
- The secret to making the perfect frybread—at least, according to these particular Comanches.
- Clumpy or soft frybread? You decide. (I say we settle this with a bake-off!)


Join me as we uncover these incredible stories, bringing Quanah’s legacy to life through the voices of his descendants.


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S8, E4, Part 4: Quanah Parker, The Comanche Warrior Between Two Worlds

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Javonnie Gibson injury, Davon Mitchell gone and the Crimson Combine.

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