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The Next Chapter of My Chickasaw Journey - It's Finally Time!
The Next Chapter of My Chickasaw Journey - Episode 19After almost a year away from public view, Sherrie returns to share what happened during one of the most difficult seasons of her life, and what was happening behind the scenes.After experiencing several losses within her family and helping navigate the transition of moving her mother into a nursing home, Sherrie needed time to grieve and support her family.But the pause in public activity wasn't a pause in her Chickasaw language work.During that time, she returned to a massive project that had been 14 years in the making and completed the entire Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials program.In this episode, Sherrie reflects on how that accomplishment connects to a Chickasaw language journey that began when her father told her, as a young girl, that she needed to learn her language.She also looks ahead to the next chapter - including new Chickasaw songs, books, manuscripts, language projects, and other creations waiting to be shared.Three Key Takeaways1. A season of stepping away doesn't necessarily mean you're standing still.Sometimes life requires us to pause publicly while important work continues quietly behind the scenes.2. A long journey can become clearer when you look backward.Five decades of studying, teaching, writing, researching, and creating may have felt like separate steps at the time. Looking back, Sherrie can now see one connected path.3. Completing one major project can create space for what's next.The completion of Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials isn't the end of Sherrie's Chickasaw language work. It's creating a foundation for new songs, books, language resources, and creative projects.Resources Mentioned• Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials — self-paced Chickasaw grammar course• Chickasaw Online Language Arts — courses and Chickasaw language learning resources• Chickasaw Classes YouTube channel — Chickasaw language lessons, songs, and other content• Sherrie's Chickasaw Christmas song Continue the JourneyIf you're ready to deepen your understanding of Chickasaw grammar, explore Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials and the other resources available through Chickasaw Online Language Arts.Visit Chickasaw Online Language ArtsChokma'shki for listening and for being part of this journey.
22 Sept 2025
foshi' Chickasaw Book of Colors, Book Launch Reveal
Ep. 18: In this episode: join me as I reveal the brand new Chickasaw Children's book that just came out: "foshi' Chickasaw Book of Colors", and the exciting features and companion products included in this launch. Originally recorded for YouTube; click here to watch the video version and see the images first hand. See below for all the links to products mentioned in this video. Click here for foshi' paperbacks: Click here for foshi' hardback and foshi' themed wear Click here for foshi' digital versionsSign up for the Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials Self-Paced course today, and get started learning. Get on the waitlist to be notified of open enrollment for live courses, upcoming events and more. What to do next, if you found this episode helpful; 1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel .2. Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a future episode.3. Most important! Leave a review on the podcast. Reviews are super important, and help this podcast get discovered by other people.Thank you so much! I'll see you in the next episode.Episode Webpage
16 Jan 2025
Month Names in Chickasaw New and Old
Ep. 17: In this episode you'll learn the contemporary names for Chickasaw months, and what they used to be called by our ancestors. You'll also learn how to use words like these in sentences. Register for the 2025 Chickasaw Comprehension Courses today! Click the link for details.Missed the registration? Sign up for the Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials Self-Paced course today, and get started learning while you wait for the next term. Get on the waitlist to be notified of open enrollment, upcoming events and more. Watch the video on our Chickasaw Classes YouTube Channel. What to do next, if you found this episode helpful; 1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel .2. Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a future episode.3. Most important! Leave a review on the podcast. Reviews are super important, and help this podcast get discovered by other people.Thank you so much! I'll see you in the next episode.Episode Webpage
20 Dec 2024
Chickasaw Merry Christmas Song Lyrics
Ep. 16: In this episode you'll learn the lyrics of our brand new, first ever, Chickasaw Christmas song! You can watch the music video on our YouTube channel by clicking here. Or visit Chickasaw Classes on YouTube.Interested in adding Chickasaw Grammar to your homeschool or college curriculum? Click here to check out the new "Zero to Hero Chickasaw Grammar Essentials" self-paced program, available as part of the C.O.L.A. Community Pass, or go to www.chickasawonlinelanguagearts.com and click the "Start Here" button on the menu bar. *Our courses are Homeschool friendly, and participants receive a Certificate of Completion that includes credit hours at the end of each level. *Chickasaw citizenship is not required to enroll in our courses.For more information about our online courses, visit us at www.chickasawonlinelanguagearts.comSubscribe to our email list to find out about all the upcoming new releases and events.What to do next, if you found this episode helpful; 1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel .2. Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a future episode.3. Most important! Leave a review on the podcast. Reviews are super important, and help this podcast get discovered by other people.Thank you so much! I'll see you in the next episode.Episode Webpage
21 Nov 2024
Chickasaw Thanksgiving Words and Prayer
Chickasaw language expert hosts a Thanksgiving episode sharing Chickasaw words and prayer, helping listeners deepen their cultural connection and gratitude.
8 Nov 2024
Chickasaw Worldview - Family Members
Chickasaw Nation Language teacher shares the Chickasaw words for family members and explores how they reflect the Chickasaw worldview, highlighting the importance of preserving Native American culture.
30 Sept 2024
New Program Launch and Interview with Beta Tester Stacy
Ep. 13: This is it! The episode I've been waiting for, to tell you all about the BIG project we've been working on for the last year and a half. You'll also hear from one of our beta testers on her experience with the program. Click here to check out the new program, or go to www.chickasawonlinelanguagearts.com and click the "Start Here" button on the menu bar. Use the Launch Special Codes below for this special one time offer: -For 10% off the Quarterly Subscription, use code: Quarter10-For 10% off the Annual Subscription, use code: Annual10For more information about our online courses, visit us at www.chickasawonlinelanguagearts.comSubscribe to our email list to find out about all the upcoming new releases and events.What to do next, if you found this episode helpful; 1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel .2. Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a future episode.3. Most important! Leave a review on the podcast. Reviews are super important, and help this podcast get discovered by other people.Thank you so much! I'll see you in the next episode.Episode Webpage
17 Sept 2024
Basic Skills Series - Episode 6 - Simple Meal Time Conversations
Ep.12: In this sixth episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’ll learn some simple ways to talk about meal times, while learning some new vocabulary. For more information about our online courses, visit us at www.chickasawonlinelanguagearts.comSubscribe to our email list to find out about all the upcoming new releases and events.What to do next, if you found this episode helpful; 1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel .2. Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a future episode.3. Most important! Leave a review on the podcast. Reviews are super important, and help this podcast get discovered by other people.Thank you so much! I'll see you in the next episode.Episode Webpage
Ep.11: In this fifth episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’ll learn to play "Simon Says" with Chickasaw action words. We'll learn the new vocabulary, and then practice responding to the commands. This is an active lesson, so get ready to move around!
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8 Aug 2024
Let's Go to the Chickasaw Annual Festival!
Ep. 10: Have you ever attended the Chickasaw Annual Festival? If you haven't, you've probably got a lot of questions about planning your trip. In this episode, I'll share my best travel tips from all the years I've been attending the Annual Festival. If you still have questions after listening to this episode, go ahead and send them to me at info@chickasawonlinelanguagearts.com
I hope this episode encourages you to attend the festival! Happy travels!
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16 Jul 2024
Basic Skills Series - Episode 4 - What Do You Want?
Ep.9: In this fourth episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’re talking about wanting things. We'll cover statements and questions about what people want, including ourselves and others. We'll continue to use vocabulary we've used in previous episodes. This is an interactive episode, so get ready to participate!
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29 Jun 2024
Where Do Tribes Come From?
Ep. 8: Have you ever wondered where tribes come from? In this episode, we'll talk about the origin of tribes, and the full blood myth. We'll also learn how to sing "Happy Birthday" in Chickasaw, and get a snap shot of where subscribers are listening in from.
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5 Jun 2024
Are You Chickasaw Enough?
Ep. 7: Have you ever been on the receiving end of harsh words and put downs because of your physical features? In this episode, we'll talk about where those harsh words and treatment originate from, and what truly makes you Chickasaw.
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14 May 2024
Basic Skills Series - Episode 3 - Yours, Mine and Ours
Ep. 6: In this third episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’re talking about Yours, Mine and Ours. We'll cover the simplest way to express possession of items in the Chickasaw language. And we'll learn how to ask what belongs to whom. As with the other episodes, we'll practice asking and answering questions with sentences like, "Is this yours?/Yes, that is mine." Be sure to listen to Basic Skills Series episode 2 prior to this episode, because we'll be building on what we've previously learned. This is an interactive episode, so get ready to participate!
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23 Apr 2024
Basic Skills Series - Episode 2 - This and That
Ep. 5: In this second episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’re talking about This and That! Really! We'll learn some vocabulary words, then practice asking and answering the questions, "What's this?/What's that?". This lesson is only the beginning, because you'll learn how to plug in new words you may look up in various dictionaries. This is an interactive episode, so get ready to participate!
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2 Apr 2024
Why Chickasaws Pray Before Meetings, with Special Guest, Chickasaw Elder, Ben Courtney
Ep. 4: In this episode, we'll talk about why Chickasaws pray before meetings, hear from some elders on the subject, and then listen to our special guest, Chickasaw elder Ben Courtney, as he addresses the subject in detail.
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25 Feb 2024
Basic Skills Series - Episode 1 - Greetings and Salutations
Ep. 3: In this first episode, of the Basic Skills Series, we’re going to cover basic greetings and salutations, that we can practice together. This is an interactive episode, so get ready to participate!
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24 Feb 2024
Learning To Speak Chickasaw Isn't The Goal
Ep. 2: In today's episode, we'll discuss a seldom mentioned, often overlooked, major key to gaining real fluency in the Chickasaw language. I'll share stories and interesting examples, with actionable steps you can start implementing right away.
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26 Jan 2024
Welcome to the Chickasaw Chat Café
Ep. 1: Sit down over a cup of coffee with Fani’ Iskanno’si’ (Sherrie Begay) at the Chickasaw Chat Café, get acquainted, learn some Chickasaw greetings, and find out what she’s brewing up for future episodes.
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