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Chickasaw Nation Films: Pearl Carter Scott - On Top of the World 11/01/2021

A documentary telling the remarkable true story of Chickasaw aviatrix, Pearl Carter Scott –the youngest licensed pilot in American history. Mentored by world-renowned aviator Wiley Post, Pearl first pilots a plane at the age of 12 and becomes a commercial pilot and local celebrity before she reaches adulthood. As she finds love and becomes a wife and mother, her two greatest passions collide.

Watch the documentary at www.chickasawfilms.com/Projects/Documentaries/Pearl-Carter-Scott-On-Top-of-the-World.aspx.

Learn more about Chickasaw Nation Productions at www.chickasawfilms.com.

Chickasaw Nation Films: Bearer of the Morning - The Life of Te Ata Thompson Fisher 11/01/2021

Born in small-town Oklahoma, Mary Thompson Fisher, later known as “Te Ata,” was determined to pursue her passion as a performer. Supported by her undeniable charisma and oratorical talent, Te Ata entertained and enlightened audiences across the world, including royalty and statesmen. Throughout her travels and performances, Te Ata kept her Chickasaw heritage close to heart and shared the unique story and spirit of the Chickasaw people. By studying and performing traditional Native American stories, she overturned negative stereotypes and advocated the preservation of Indigenous American cultures. As Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby noted, “She is a shining example of the power of artistic expression to change hearts and minds.” In many ways, Te Ata Fisher paved the way for Native Americans on stage and screen and remains a treasured voice for the Chickasaw people.

Watch the documentary at chickasawfilms.com/Projects/Documentaries/Bearer-of-the-Morning.aspx.

Learn more about Chickasaw Nation Productions at www.chickasawfilms.com.

Chickasaw Nation Films: First Encounter 11/01/2021

First Encounter explores the actions taken by Chickasaws in 1540 during their first contact with Europeans. The documentary highlights the encounters, struggles and perseverance of the Chickasaw people throughout Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto’s attempted conquest. It was the first European contact for the Chickasaw, but perhaps the most important and set the standard by which the tribe remained for centuries and remains today - “unconquered and unconquerable.”

Watch the documentary at chickasawfilms.com/Projects/Documentaries/First-Encounter.aspx.

Learn more about Chickasaw Nation Productions at www.chickasawfilms.com.

Chickasaw Nation Films: Pearl 11/01/2021

Set in 1920s rural Oklahoma, Pearl is based on the remarkable true story of Chickasaw aviatrix, Pearl Carter Scott –the youngest licensed pilot in American history. Mentored by world-renowned aviator Wiley Post, Pearl first pilots a plane at the age of 12 and becomes a commercial pilot and local celebrity before she reaches adulthood. As she finds love and becomes a wife and mother, her two greatest passions collide.

Learn more about the movie at www.pearlthemovie.net.

Learn more about Chickasaw Nation Productions at www.chickasawfilms.com.

Education and Enrichment for Everyone: History and Architecture of the University of Vermont's Redstone Campus 10/29/2021

Britta Tonn, Architectural Historian

Preservation Burlington: TBD 10/28/2021

TBD

More information: preservationburlington.org

African Variety Show: ARPA and Booster Shots 10/28/2021

Dr. Jules Wetchi meets with Kara Alnasrawi to discuss ARPA funding and the value of booster shots.

A. ARPA is the American Rescue Plan Act put in place by President Biden. This plan awarded federal money to cities in the United States including Burlington. This money is to be spent on the Covid health emergency, negative economic impacts of the pandemic, water and wastewater and more.

B. Why should I get a booster shot? The COVID-19 vaccines are working well at preventing severe illness, hospitalization, and death – even against the widely circulating Delta variant. Studies show that after getting the COVID-19 vaccine, protection against the virus may decrease over time and be less able to protect against the Delta variant. A booster shot gives your body extra protection. With an increased immune response, people should have improved protection against COVID-19, including the Delta variant.( Vermont Department of Health).

Service Rendered: Straight Talk Vermont - Max Tracy 10/28/2021

Host Bruce Wilson talks with Max Tracy, Burlington City Council Chair.

VICII: The Death Penalty 10/27/2021

The proof of a totalitarian regime is its commitment to the death penalty. If the police power of the State is unwavering in its loyalty to the right to execute human beings that state has assumed absolute control over the most important decision that faces any people - who lives and who dies.

Almost alone among its friends and allies, The United States of America retains the right to execute men and women without mercy. As well as being disproportionately used against Black people, People of Color, and almost universally against poor people, the continued loyalty to this "cruel and unusual practice" (US Constitution) raises the question, Is our nation a limited government under a rule of law or a God-like judge without limits in the power over life and death?

Justine grew up in the upstate New York area and quickly saw how substance abuse was criminalized. This inspired her to pursue a legal career with the specific goal of helping those with substance abuse disorders. She now works as a criminal defense attorney that is passionate about criminal justice reform issues, specifically substance abuse issues, abolishing the death penalty, sentencing reform, and prison reform.

Amanda, is a Legal Assistant with the Public Defenders Office in Florida. She grew up in Florida and has seen first hand how policing affects poor communities and communities of color. She is passionate about criminal justice reform specifically in the areas of abolishing the death penalty, police reform, and racial justice. With Justine, she is the co-host and co-founder of the Gin & Justice Podcast.

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Vermont Cannabis Equity Coalition Press Conference: Will There be a Place for Equity, Small Farmers, and Small Local Businesses? 10/25/2021

The Vermont Cannabis Equity Coalition holds a press conference announcing a set of reccomendations made to Vermont's Cannabis Control Board.

From the organizers:

"The Vermont Cannabis Equity Coalition has recently submitted its sweeping recommendations to the Cannabis Control Board (CCB) for its public rulemaking process, and in support of a cannabis economy in Vermont which is racially just, economically equitable, agriculturally accessible, and environmentally sound.

Collectively, the Vermont Cannabis Equity Coalition represents tens of thousands of Vermonters, including local communities and individuals most impacted by cannabis prohibition, and it is the Coalition’s sincere hope that the CCB integrates its vision, principles, and proposals into its own work, process, and recommendations to the legislature. The Coalition likewise expresses hope that the CCB take a different posture than the most of the Vermont legislature, and invite in and prioritize the voices of Black, Brown and poor communities, individuals and communities disproportionately impacted by the criminalization of cannabis, as well as small businesses, legacy growers and cultivators, patients, nurses, caregivers, and small farmers. "