Tag: culture
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Reviving Heritage
Uncover the stories of Indigenous leaders in Ojibwe culture restoration. Explore the resilience of the Ojibwe people through the stories of Leah Lemm, Dr. Anton Treuer, and Brooke Ammann. From media advocacy to academic pursuits and community initiatives, learn about their unwavering dedication to preserving and revitalizing Ojibwe culture, language, and identity. Through their efforts,…
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The New Satanic Panic
The Midwest suddenly finds itself a hellish hotbed of Satanism—which is a good thing. Growing up in an overly religious Catholic household, Tim Schmidt knows what it’s like to fear the devil. He also knows what it’s like to be freed by him. The devil, Satan, Beezelebub, Lucifer, the father of lies, the beast, the…
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Midwest and the Rest: Joe and Yinka
Pre-COVID-19, we were often distracted by our devices and the ease with which we could disengage from one another. Declining a call, quickly liking a photo or responding to a message with an emoji, “smh” or “LOL” was about as much engaging as was required. We took for granted the accessibility we had to each…
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Couch-surfing in the Midwest: Looking for Midwestern Hospitality in Ames
Many people tried couch-surfing for the free accomodation, but, like one writer, stayed for the genuine experiences with locals.
