Warrior Life Podcast
Taiaiake Alfred on It's All About the Land

On today's episode of the Warrior Life Podcast, I get to talk to Dr. Taiaiake Alfred a Mohawk scholar and activist from Kahnawake. He takes us on a journey through the key teachings in all of his books, including his most recent one: It's All About the Land: Collected Talks and Interviews on Indigenous Resurgence published by AEVO UTP (2023).

You can buy his books here (from newest to oldest):

It's All about the Land (2023) https://amzn.to/3SXdwVO

Peace, Power & Righteousness: An Indigenous Manifesto (2008) 
https://amzn.to/49y8MN7

Wasáse: Indigenous Pathways of Action and Freedom (2005)
https://amzn.to/3TgpSJV

Heeding the Voices of our Ancestors
https://amzn.to/48Adg4Q

Taiaiake on Twitter https://twitter.com/TaiaiakeAlfred

Taiaiake on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taiaiake/

Taiaiake's website: https://taiaiake.net/


Warrior Life Podcast YouTube (video) version:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4tEi5o-W-M



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Hi! I'm Dr. Pam Palmater, an Indigenous lawyer, professor, author, and producer. I create educational videos, podcasts, blogs, and other content about Indigenous issues.

I provide critical analysis about state laws, policies, and practices that impact Indigenous peoples, and highlight the important work of First Nation (Canada) and Native American (USA) warriors on the frontlines of Native resistance, resurgence, and revitalization.

I am a citizen of the Mi’kmaw Nation and a member of Eel River Bar First Nation from Mi’kma’ki (Mi’kmaw territory in New Brunswick, Canada).

I am the producer and host of the Warrior Life Podcast which helps lift the voices of Indigenous leaders, advocates, land defenders, water protectors, actors, artists and even chefs! 

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Taiaiake Alfred on It's All About the Land

Article Title
Historic Marketplaces: Balancing Historic Preservation and Economic Revitalization

Date
06 August 2024 

Credits
Author: Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj 
Editor: Nihad Alamiri 

Link
https://www.lugarit.com/commentary/commentary-souks-from-cultural-heritage-to-economic-viability

Summary
This article explores the complex challenges and opportunities involved in revitalizing historic marketplaces, or souks, in the Arab region. Historically, these souks were central to urban economies, social networks, and cultural life. However, modern economic shifts have led to their decline, raising important questions about how to preserve their cultural heritage while ensuring their economic viability. The article examines the ethical considerations of using public funds for souk restoration, outlines strategic justifications for such investments, and proposes innovative approaches to support sustainable revitalization. By balancing cultural preservation with economic development, the article offers a framework for revitalizing these historic marketplaces in a way that honors their past while fostering their future.

Souks of the Arab World: From Cultural Heritage to Economic Viability

Allan Branch, a third-generation entrepreneur from Bay County, Florida, has continued his family's legacy of business success initially built on restaurants and car washes in the 1940s. As a graduate and division one football player at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Allan excelled in athletics, academics, and many other hobbies before founding his online accounting platform, LessAccounting, which he later sold for seven figures. Additionally, he was able to create a successful video production company, while also investing in prime real estate. Branch and his wife have worked to revitalize downtown Panama City by purchasing and redeveloping blighted properties, including History Class Brewing Company and The Sapp House wedding venue, and plan to do even more. Did we mention he's also running for mayor? Inspired by the desire to positively impact his community, Branch hopes to fully revitalize the downtown area of Panama City, making it more enjoyable and lively for the community at large.

Join us for an inspiring conversation between entrepreneur Allan Branch and host of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul, Lisa Marie Burwell, to hear all of the exciting plans in store for Downtown Panama City! 

For more information, visit  www.historyclass.beer   and follow @historyclassdowntown on Instagram.

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74: "The Panama City Cheerleader" - A Conversation with Allan Branch

Jeffrey Mosher welcomed three guests promoting an upcoming anchor event set for September 23rd, and tied into a Six-Day-Project.

Business owners and business leaders looking to make a significant impact on their companies, families and communities are invited to a special event, Anchored, on September 23 in Detroit.

This free event supports the Detroit nonprofit, Life Remodeled.
With me today are:
· Michael Fencil: Host of the event/ Mercury Sound & Lighting, Wixom, MI,
Michael will talk about the event in beginning and end on how to register.
· Chris Lambert: Founder/CEO of Life Remodeled, Detroit, MI, 
Chris will talk about the non-profit Life Remodeled. a Detroit-based nonprofit dedicated to city-wide transformation through neighborhood revitalization.
· Dr. Tom Deans: Keynote speaker/Author of the all-time best-selling family business book, Every Family’s Business, listed by The New York Times as one of the top ten books
 business owners should read, Orangeville, Ontario, Canada,
He also wrote another international best-seller, Willing Wisdom and his third book, The Happy Inheritor.
Dr. Deans will give us a preview for his planned remarks.
QUESTIONS:
The special FREE one-time event is being held September 23 in Detroit for business owners and business leaders.
 The purpose is to support Life Remodeled, a nonprofit in Detroit and also provide inspiration for business professionals' growth. There will be 3 keynote speakers and author Dr. Deans who is with us is one of the speakers.
To MICHAEL FENCIL, representing Mercury Sound & Lighting who is hosting the event.
· Michael, tell us about this special event and who should come?
· What should business owners and business leaders have a couple reasons to attend?
Tell us about them.
· Why is it being held?
To CHRIS LAMBERT/Founder & CEO of Life Remodeled
· Chris, for those who are unfamiliar with Life Remodeled, tell us about your mission and what you do?
· I understand you have a special event coming up on the day of this event called the Six Day Project from September 23-28. What is the event about?
JEFFREY/transition
· There will be Three Key Note Speakers:
Michael Komara: will unpack the key principles from his book, Unlimited Upside,
detailing his seven F’s that can help make your personal life and professional life soar!
Mark Ostach, who is from Clarkston: Mark just released The Walk Forward Journal, written with his wife. Ostach will show how movement and journaling can ignite the reflection needed for emotional healing and spiritual growth. The practices he will discuss can positively impact not just you, but your family, your community and your business.
AND Dr. Tom Deans.
· DR. DEANS, there’s a lot to running a family business. I understand you will talk about one the most challenging questions a family business owner and their family will face about money, the business and the estate. Please give us a reader’s digest version.
· Why is it a message every business owner needs to hear?
JEFFREY: WRAP UP
Great information about a special event set to be held
Monday, September 23, 4:00-7:00 pm
Durfee Innovation Society
2470 Collingwood Street Detroit
· Michael, how can people register to attend this free event?
MICHAEL:
Event registration
OR
Mercury Sounds & Lighting: 734-507-1177, michael@mercurysl.com

Michigan Business Beat | All About Anchored Business Event Supporting LIFE REMODELED Sept. 23rd

Join us in this exciting interview as VIE Book Club host/VIE magazine editor Jordan Staggs chats with Kevin Elliott, founder of Redfish Film Fest, on all things documentaries, panels, keynotes, films, and more. With plans to be the premier documentary film fest in the Southeast, Redfish Film Fest celebrates the documentary art form while throwing fantastic events and parties for attendees. The inaugural weekend festival featured over ninety films in venues around Panama City, Florida, and next year promises even more! We loved hearing Kevin discuss his team's ideas and upcoming plans for Redfish Film Fest, so make sure to tune in for their next event coming April 24–27, 2025. Plus, learn more about Redfish Foundation, a new nonprofit that aims to bring world-class art and performances to Panama City, whose downtown area is bustling with creatives and business owners on a mission to revitalize their town for residents and visitors.

For more information on Redfish Film Fest, visit www.RedfishFilmFest.com and follow @redfishfilmfest and @redfish.foundation on Instagram.


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"Lights. Camera. Action. Storytelling Through Film"  A Conversation with Kevin Elliott

Augusta Commissioner Jordan Johnson just started his second four year term. We discuss his vision for district 1. We also describe how hard it can be to get things done, why it is taking so long to pick up storm debris, and his early influences. We also touch on the unique characteristics of District 1 and how the upcoming Charter Reviews process is one of the hottest issues in 2025.

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Acts 1 & 2 | The Birth of the Church

Revitalize Love

Originally uploaded February 6, re-edited April 5th.
Chris Holman welcomes back Mark S. McDaniel, President & CEO, Cinnaire, headquartered in Lansing, MI, covering 9 states.

Welcome back Mark, please remind the Michigan business community about Cinnaire?

What were some highlights of 2024?

Recent headlines for Cinnaire have included La Joya Gardens Grand Opening Brings New Affordable Housing & Retail Space to Southwest Detroit, can you tell us about that?

Remind us about "Cinnaire Solutions"?

Mark, your philanthropic efforts with Haven House are in full swing as we approach another year of Pancake-Palooza, remind us about that?

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Michigan Business Beat | Mark McDaniel, Cinnaire on Housing, Community Impact & Pancake-Palooza

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