Topic: Native American

Comedian Josh Selter performs a satirical bit where he identifies as "Walking Tomahawk," a trans-indigenous Native American. The sketch mocks modern identity politics and "transphobia" by depicting a white man demanding access to a reservation bathroom based on his "assigned origin at birth." The hosts discuss the "shaking" and "self-pity" tropes common in TikTok videos that the satire targets.

A viral TikTok discussion featured a woman claiming Native American heritage and criticizing the lack of acceptance within both the Black and Indigenous communities. The program concluded with a reminder of the upcoming Thursday broadcast and a final "Go Eagles" sign-off ahead of the Super Bowl. The outro included a satirical segment on New York City mandates and the "Agenda 2030" initiative.

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a speech for the "Maternal Health Day of Action," focusing on the high mortality rates for Black and Native American women during childbirth. The hosts critique her use of "we need to do something" as a repetitive catchphrase that lacks specific policy action. The terminology is compared to the shift toward "birthing person" and "birthing comrade" in modern political discourse.

The Native American Guardians Association (NAGA) expressed opposition to the Washington Redskins name change, stating they view the term as a "unifying" and "powerful warrior name." Members argued that the eradication of the name is an insult and that "Indian country" has more pressing concerns like healthcare and crime. They criticized outside activists for speaking on their behalf without consulting actual Native Americans.

Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Francis Collins discussed using the recruitment model from historical HIV trials to reach minority communities for COVID-19 vaccine testing. They emphasized the need for high representation from African American, Latinx, and Native American populations due to higher susceptibility and underlying comorbidities. The goal is to ensure the Phase 3 trials are properly representative of the groups hardest hit by the pandemic.

Senator Elizabeth Warren appeared on The Breakfast Club to address the controversy surrounding her claims of Native American heritage. During the 45-minute interview, she was questioned about her decision to take a DNA test and her past identification as a person of color on professional documents. Warren maintained that she grew up believing her family stories but acknowledged she is not a citizen of any tribe.

A study from University College London claims that the mass death of indigenous populations in the Americas following European colonization caused a global climate shift. The researchers argue that the abandonment of farmland led to massive reforestation, which sequestered enough carbon dioxide to cool the Earth by 1610. The theory is characterized as an attempt to shoehorn historical anomalies into modern global warming models.

Senator Elizabeth Warren released DNA test results to prove her Native American heritage, but the Cherokee Nation issued a statement saying the test does not confer tribal citizenship. Critics point out that Warren previously identified as a woman of color in faculty directories at Harvard Law School. The controversy has led to renewed scrutiny of her past professional claims regarding her ancestry.

Two Native American teenagers on a campus tour at Colorado State University were stopped and patted down by police after a parent on the tour reported them for being "too quiet" and wearing "strange clothing." The university president later apologized, stating that the boys were racially profiled. The school offered the family a "VIP tour," which they have yet to accept.

Millennial social dynamics are analyzed through the lens of "enabling" injustice by remaining silent. The lack of organized protests against the transgender military ban is attributed to a lack of professional funding from organizations linked to George Soros. Additionally, the concept of cultural appropriation is challenged using the example of Native American headdresses, which are compared to the Purple Heart in terms of cultural significance and earned honor.

During her DNC acceptance speech, Hillary Clinton used the phrase "from Indian country to coal country." The hosts highlight the irony of a high-profile Democrat using a term often considered politically incorrect. They link the phrasing to Elizabeth Warren's controversial claims regarding her own heritage.

The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Elizabeth Warren's claims of Native American heritage and her past professional listings at Harvard Law. They note that Donald Trump has adopted the "Pocahontas" nickname for the Senator, a term the hosts claim to have used for years.

A Washington Post poll reveals that 9 out of 10 Native Americans are not offended by the name of the Washington Redskins football team. This contradicts the narrative pushed by political pressure groups and President Obama. The hosts discuss how the controversy was largely manufactured by activists rather than the community the name supposedly disparages.

Donald Trump suggests that President Obama uses the term "ISIL" instead of "ISIS" specifically to bother people. Trump also refers to Senator Elizabeth Warren as "the Indian" in response to her social media attacks. The hosts suggest "Pocahontas" would be a more effective nickname for Trump to use against Warren regarding her heritage claims.

Pope Francis's canonization of Junipero Serra is criticized as a "slap in the face" to Native Americans due to the friar's role in the mission system. Critics describe Serra as an architect of genocide, citing thousands of Indian deaths and the forced labor used to build California missions. The requirement of two miracles for sainthood is discussed, with the hosts questioning the validity of Serra's documented miracles.

A listener theory suggests the Rachel Dolezal "white woman identifying as black" story was publicized to normalize the concept of being "transracial" ahead of an Elizabeth Warren presidential run. This would potentially shield Warren from criticism regarding her past claims of Native American heritage. Speculation follows regarding a potential Warren-Sanders or Warren-Castro brothers ticket.

Michelle Obama delivered a speech to Native American youth, claiming the Iroquois Confederacy served as a model for the U.S. government. She also stated that modern conservation and climate change policies are finally embracing the "wisdom of your ancestors." The hosts question the historical accuracy of these claims.

A deep dive into the War of 1812 explores the conflict's origins and the role of Native American tribes as proxies for the British and American empires. The discussion highlights how the British weaponized tribes like the Shawnee and Miami to raid American settlers, while the U.S. allied with the Cherokee and Choctaw. This historical perspective challenges the simplified narrative of the war and the burning of the White House.

During a Senate session presided over by Elizabeth Warren, Native American activists began a prayer chant in the gallery. The hosts, citing an analysis by "Dame Bang-bang," argue that Warren's confused reaction and call for order prove she lacks a genuine connection to Native American culture despite her past heritage claims.

A producer from the Gila River Reservation in Arizona became the first known Native American to make a large donation to the program. Other contributions arrived from diverse locations, including Woodstock, New York, and the province of Drenthe in the Netherlands.