S2E13 Cultural Healing Through Dance & Tradition Ft. Elder Dave Matilpi

The Peyakoskan Podcast, hosted by Ethan, features an interview with Elder Dave Matilpi who shares his life story, beginning in Alert Bay BC. Separated from his traditional family and placed in a residential school, he describes the trauma and identity struggles he faced. After battling addictions, he found healing through reclaiming and embracing his cultural heritage. He speaks on his journey to becoming a ceremonial elder, dancer, and advocate for youth, highlighting the importance of cultural identity and the enduring strength of Indigenous peoples.

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