Louis-Jacques Dorais: Language, Identity, and Belonging in the North

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Northerned

Beatrice Deer Band

18 episodes

1 week ago

Northerned is a podcast that explores the unique and diverse culture of the Inuit people in Nunavik and the wider North. Hosted by Beatrice Deer, a musician and artist from the region, the show delves into the vibrant art, music, and lifestyle of the Inuit people. Each episode will feature interviews with new and old friends from the region, highlighting their art, projects, and perspectives on life in the North. Beatrice will also share stories from her own life, including her new baby, and discuss her thinking and values. In addition to showcasing Inuit culture, the show will also tackle important issues such as healthy lifestyle choices and suicide prevention awareness. And, of course, there will be plenty of dumb jokes along the way.

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Louis-Jacques Dorais: Language, Identity, and Belonging in the North

Northerned

1 hour 58 minutes 31 seconds

3 months ago

Louis-Jacques Dorais: Language, Identity, and Belonging in the North

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with the esteemed anthropologist, Louis-Jacques Dorais. What begins as a chance trip to the Arctic in the 1960s unfolds into a lifelong journey of linguistic discovery and deep personal connection. Louis-Jacques shares incredible stories of his first encounters with the North, the intricate beauty of Inuktitut, and how he became part of an Inuit family in Quaqtaq. From hilarious travel mishaps to profound moments of cultural exchange, this episode is a moving exploration of kinship, identity, and what it truly means to belong.

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Show Credits

Louis-Jacques Dorais - Guest

Beatrice Deer - Host / Producer

Tanya Innaarulik - Host

Laurel Sprengelmeyer - Guest Host

Christopher McCarron - Technical Director / Audio Engineer

Jeremie Saunders - Producer / DP / Editor

Michael Felber - Producer / Director / Creator

Audio Mixing and Mastering - Marty Kinack

Special thanks to Ungaluk and NIIA programs for their support.

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