Cherokee 411 with Cara is your source for real, relevant, and trustworthy conversations about Cherokee leadership, culture, and history. Hosted by Cara Cowan Watts, a former Cherokee Nation Tribal Council member and longtime advocate for Native sovereignty, this podcast dives deep into the issues shaping all three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—the Cherokee Nation, the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
From cultural traditions and community stories to legislation and policies impacting Native Americans, Cherokee 411 with Cara provides a powerful platform to discuss the most pressing topics affecting Indigenous people today. We explore:
🔹 Cherokee & Native American Politics – Deep dives into tribal sovereignty, self-governance, and legal battles affecting Native communities.
🔹 Legislation & Policy – Breaking down laws that shape Native rights, land issues, and economic development.
🔹 Cherokee Culture & History – Celebrating our language, traditions, and the resilience of Cherokee people.
🔹 Leadership & Advocacy – Conversations with tribal leaders, activists, and changemakers fighting for Native representation.
Whether you’re Cherokee, Native American, or an ally eager to learn, this podcast offers a unique perspective on what it means to be Indigenous in today’s world. Join us as we honor the past, navigate the present, and shape the future of Cherokee and Native communities.
🎧 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts and follow Cherokee 411 with Cara for meaningful conversations that matter.
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Cherokee 411 with Cara is your source for real, relevant, and trustworthy conversations about Cherokee leadership, culture, and history. Hosted by Cara Cowan Watts, a former Cherokee Nation Tribal Council member and longtime advocate for Native sovereignty, this podcast dives deep into the issues shaping all three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—the Cherokee Nation, the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
From cultural traditions and community stories to legislation and policies impacting Native Americans, Cherokee 411 with Cara provides a powerful platform to discuss the most pressing topics affecting Indigenous people today. We explore:
🔹 Cherokee & Native American Politics – Deep dives into tribal sovereignty, self-governance, and legal battles affecting Native communities.
🔹 Legislation & Policy – Breaking down laws that shape Native rights, land issues, and economic development.
🔹 Cherokee Culture & History – Celebrating our language, traditions, and the resilience of Cherokee people.
🔹 Leadership & Advocacy – Conversations with tribal leaders, activists, and changemakers fighting for Native representation.
Whether you’re Cherokee, Native American, or an ally eager to learn, this podcast offers a unique perspective on what it means to be Indigenous in today’s world. Join us as we honor the past, navigate the present, and shape the future of Cherokee and Native communities.
🎧 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts and follow Cherokee 411 with Cara for meaningful conversations that matter.
Keetowah: History, Jurisdiction, and Identity with Chief Chad Smith
The Cherokee 411 with Cara
16 minutes 13 seconds
9 months ago
Keetowah: History, Jurisdiction, and Identity with Chief Chad Smith
In this episode of Cherokee 411 with Cara, former Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chad Smith joins Cara to discuss the history and legal framework of the United Keetoowah Band (UKB). He delves into the origins of the name "Keetoowah," its cultural and philosophical significance, and the ongoing controversy surrounding UKB jurisdiction within the Cherokee Nation Reservation. Tune in for an insightful conversation on history, sovereignty, and the complexities of Cherokee governance.
The Cherokee 411 with Cara
Cherokee 411 with Cara is your source for real, relevant, and trustworthy conversations about Cherokee leadership, culture, and history. Hosted by Cara Cowan Watts, a former Cherokee Nation Tribal Council member and longtime advocate for Native sovereignty, this podcast dives deep into the issues shaping all three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—the Cherokee Nation, the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
From cultural traditions and community stories to legislation and policies impacting Native Americans, Cherokee 411 with Cara provides a powerful platform to discuss the most pressing topics affecting Indigenous people today. We explore:
🔹 Cherokee & Native American Politics – Deep dives into tribal sovereignty, self-governance, and legal battles affecting Native communities.
🔹 Legislation & Policy – Breaking down laws that shape Native rights, land issues, and economic development.
🔹 Cherokee Culture & History – Celebrating our language, traditions, and the resilience of Cherokee people.
🔹 Leadership & Advocacy – Conversations with tribal leaders, activists, and changemakers fighting for Native representation.
Whether you’re Cherokee, Native American, or an ally eager to learn, this podcast offers a unique perspective on what it means to be Indigenous in today’s world. Join us as we honor the past, navigate the present, and shape the future of Cherokee and Native communities.
🎧 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts and follow Cherokee 411 with Cara for meaningful conversations that matter.
