Produced by the Reconnection Vision, this special episode of Châyù with Skaydu.û is the first to be shared in two parts. In Part 1, Lasänmą (Katie Johnson), the new Executive Director of the Reconnection Vision, shares her personal journey of reconnection—what it means, how it feels, and how it has shaped her path. Rooted in a deep connection to her home and community, she reflects on the moments and teachings that called her into this important healing work.

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In this episode, we sit and share a cup of châyù [tea] with Jen Mierau, a graduate of the Reconnection Fellowship. Together, we reflect on what reconnection looks like in practice; through relationship, responsibility, and care for land and community. Shǫzré’ [Jen] shares about her current work in restorative justice training, her own reconnection sh kalneek [story], and the teachings that guide how she listens, learns, and walks forward for future generations.

We raise our hands to our aunty Jocelyn Joe-Strack for generously sharing her Loon song with us in this podcast.

Châyu with Skaydu.û is made possible with the support of Reconnection Vision.

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Now produced by Reconnection Vision, this marks the second season and first episode back of Châyù with Skaydu.û. In this episode, Aunty Jocelyn shares her powerful teachings and reconnection story that changed her life forever. She gifts us the song that opens and closes this episode — a reminder of the strength in our shared journey. Follow her on TikTok @auntyjocey and visit reconnection.vision to learn more.