Geno Ray
Geno Ray
Native As I Can Be: The Apple Indian (Pilot)
Native As I Can Be: The Apple Indian (Pilot)
Native As I Can Be: The Apple Indian (Pilot)
Thursday 22nd August 2019
Geno Ray dives into the mixed-race Native American experience and current issues in the debut episode of 'Native As I Can Be'.
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Get the buttons here!Straddling Two Worlds: The Mixed-Race Native American Experience
I felt like I was on the outside looking in while I was right in the middle of it.
Ever felt like you don't quite fit in anywhere? Geno Ray knows that feeling all too well. In the debut episode of 'Native As I Can Be', Geno, a mixed-blood Klamath Indian, opens up about the unique challenges of living between the White world and the Native world. This isn't just about identity; it's about survival, resilience, and understanding. Geno tackles tough topics like cultural identity, adoption, and the experiences of transgender individuals within Native communities.
He also dives deep into pressing issues such as the controversial use of Native mascots, tribal gaming, and the harrowing violence against Native women and children. But this episode isn't just a monologue. Geno brings in voices from all walks of life—tribal elders, politicians, relatives, and even Caucasians—to paint a comprehensive picture of what it means to be Native American today.
One particularly poignant discussion centers around the term 'apple Indian', a derogatory label used to insult those who are 'red on the outside but white on the inside'. Geno doesn't shy away from these painful conversations; instead, he uses them to highlight the progress being made by Native youth and their bright future prospects. If you're looking to understand the complexities of contemporary Native American identity, this episode is a must-listen.
Geno's candid storytelling and insightful interviews offer a nuanced view that will leave you both informed and moved.