Anishnabe

Voice actor, filmmaker, and Michigander Niigaanii-Animikii Inini Kalvin Hartwig talked to us about his part in the new Anishinaabemowin-dubbed version of Star Wars: A New Hope.

Today, a candidate for Michigan’s Supreme Court talks about his views on a hot-button decision involving a wage law and the legislature. Then, Michiganders pitch in on hurricane relief.Also, how to say “light saber” in Anishinaabemowin — the translation of Star Wars into indigenous language. Plus, artist Hadassah GreenSky on her path discovering her own creative heritage.

Language is an essential part of preserving the ancient ties to heritage and culture. And with the native language of the Ojibwe people starting to fade,…

Soon, the entire park-like area we’re in will echo with the sound of pounding, metal against wood. It’s nearly a ringing or gong-like sound.But first,…