Chewing the Cud
Chewing the Cud
Christopher Azbell & Shannon McBroom
"Welcome to Chewing the Cud", a podcast where agriculture, community, and policy intersect with the vibrant stories of Native American tribal programs and directives. Each episode, we dig into the issues that shape rural life and Indigenous sovereignty, from sustainable farming practices to the policies impacting tribal lands and beyond. Join us as we sit down with special guests—farmers, community leaders, policymakers, and tribal voices—to explore the challenges, triumphs, and traditions that define these interconnected worlds.
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Josh Jumper, Team Roper and Cattle Rancher, from Seminole Reservation in Big Cypress, Florida describes his epic world championship runat the 49th Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR).
Josh Jumper, Team Roper and Cattle Rancher, from Seminole Reservation in Big Cypress, Florida describes his epic world championship runat the 49th Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR).
Josh Jumper, Team Roper and Cattle Rancher, from Seminole Reservation in Big Cypress, Florida describes his epic world championship runat the 49th Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR).
Jul 24
1 hr
Chewing the Cud Staff with Second Chief Del Beaver and Christina Goodvoice provide a preview of the 50th Mvskoke Nation Festival.
Chewing the Cud Staff with Second Chief Del Beaver and Christina Goodvoice provide a preview of the 50th Mvskoke Nation Festival.
Chewing the Cud Staff with Second Chief Del Beaver and Christina Goodvoice provide a preview of the 50th Mvskoke Nation Festival.
Jul 24
1 hr
Cassandra Thompson, MCN NYCP Curriculum Specialist, elaborates on cultural programming at the Nation as well as the annual Mvskoke FoodwaysProgram.
Cassandra Thompson, MCN NYCP Curriculum Specialist, elaborates on cultural programming at the Nation as well as the annual Mvskoke FoodwaysProgram.
Cassandra Thompson, MCN NYCP Curriculum Specialist, elaborates on cultural programming at the Nation as well as the annual Mvskoke FoodwaysProgram.
Jul 24
1 hr 1 min
Hugh Aljoe, Noble Research Institute, “gets into the weeds” as Director of Ranches, Outreach & Partnership
Hugh Aljoe, Noble Research Institute, “gets into the weeds” as Director of Ranches, Outreach & Partnership
Hugh Aljoe, Noble Research Institute, “gets into the weeds”  as Director of Ranches, Outreach & Partnership
Jul 24
46 min
Richard Bewley, Arborist talks about his time as a Forester/Arborist with PSO and his impactful role with Tulsa’s Up with Trees.
Richard Bewley, Arborist talks about his time as a Forester/Arborist with PSO and his impactful role with Tulsa’s Up with Trees.
Richard Bewley, Arborist talks about his time as a Forester/Arborist with PSO and his impactful role with Tulsa’s Up with Trees.
Jul 23
1 hr 1 min
Connie Berryhill discusses programming around the innovated MCN Division of Health Programs: Healthy Roots and Food as Medicine
Connie Berryhill discusses programming around the innovated MCN Division of Health Programs: Healthy Roots and Food as Medicine
Connie Berryhill discusses programming around the innovated MCN Division of Health Programs: Healthy Roots and Food as Medicine
Jul 23
1 hr
James Floyd, former Chief of the MCN, discusses his role with the Nat'l Parks Conservation Assoc., amendments to the Stigler Act, land issues, and his effort to help vets and Mvskoke families.
James Floyd, former Chief of the MCN, discusses his role with the Nat'l Parks Conservation Assoc., amendments to the Stigler Act, land issues, and his effort to help vets and Mvskoke families.
James Floyd, former Chief of the Muscogee Nation, discusses his role with the National Parks Conservation Association, amendments to the Stigler Act, land issues, and his lifelong effort to help veterans and Mvskoke families.
May 22
59 min
Matthew Woods, founder of Front Yard Farms, talks about his personal mission to change the tide on avoidable diseases such as diabetes and promote health through agriculture and healthy eating.
Matthew Woods, founder of Front Yard Farms, talks about his personal mission to change the tide on avoidable diseases such as diabetes and promote health through agriculture and healthy eating.
Matthew Woods, founder of Front Yard Farms, talks about his personal mission to change the tide on avoidable diseases such as diabetes and promote health through agriculture and healthy eating.
May 22
1 hr
Brook Bartling, Mgr of the Muscogee Nation Wildlife Dept, and Jesse McDermott, Wildlife Tech, join CTC to discuss wildlife conservation, land stewardship, and turkey mgmnt during spring turkey season.
Brook Bartling, Mgr of the Muscogee Nation Wildlife Dept, and Jesse McDermott, Wildlife Tech, join CTC to discuss wildlife conservation, land stewardship, and turkey mgmnt during spring turkey season.
Brook Bartling, Manager of the Muscogee Nation Wildlife Department, and Jesse McDermott, Wildlife Technician, join Chewing the Cud to discuss wildlife conservation, land stewardship, and turkey management during spring turkey season.
May 11
1 hr
Kenzie Roberts talks food sovereignty, nonprofit work, data centers and protecting Mvskoke land, culture, and agriculture for future generations.
Kenzie Roberts talks food sovereignty, nonprofit work, data centers and protecting Mvskoke land, culture, and agriculture for future generations.
Kenzie Roberts talks food sovereignty, nonprofit work, data centers and protecting Mvskoke land, culture, and agriculture for future generations. 
May 6
1 hr
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