Osage Health Watch

About Osage Health Watch

Welcome to Osage Health Watch, a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to addressing health issues specific to the Osage Nation and providing culturally relevant information to indigenous communities. Hosted by Brandy Lemon, RN and Osage Congressional Representative and Michael Bristow, MSP, CCC-SLP and Board member, Osage Nation Health Authority Board, and Coach Kinsley from the Fitness Fix with Coach Kinsley, this podcast brings together traditional knowledge, modern health practices, and fitness expertise to foster wellness and community engagement. Each episode features insightful discussions with traditional practitioners, healthcare workers, and community members, ensuring our content is both trustworthy and engaging. Our podcast explores a wide range of topics, including traditional healing practices, culturally-respectful nutrition advice, mental health from an indigenous perspective, adaptive fitness strategies, and community health initiatives. Whether you’re a member of the Osage Nation, part of another indigenous community, or simply interested in culturally sensitive health information, Osage Health Watch offers valuable insights to improve your wellbeing. Join us as we explore the intersection of traditional wisdom and modern health practices, empowering our community one episode at a time.

Publisher

Gray Hawk Enterprise, LLC

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Sept 2024

Latest episode

16 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Sept 2025

   Next-Gen Elder Care: Osage Wisdom to Aging Well

   Join us in exploring how the Osage Nation is redefining elder care by creating a community-focused assisted living facility alongside new wellness initiatives. This episode highlights deeply personal stories and the importance of connection, language, and tradition in supporting elders’ physical and mental health. Listeners will discover how innovative programs and intergenerational bonds are forging a path for aging in place with dignity and cultural pride.

2. 

   28 Jul 2025

   Next Generation Care Today: New Osage Clinic Opens

   In this special Osage Health Watch episode, host Mike Quinata sits down inside the brand-new, state-of-the-art Osage Nation Health System clinic in Pawhuska with CEO Mark Rogers, Chief Strategy Officer Lindsay King, and Board of Directors member Michael Bristow, to discuss the clinic’s innovative design, advanced technology, and vision for modern, culturally grounded community care—including expanded services, digital health records, and new support for elders. Their conversation highlights how years of strategic planning, tribal leadership, and community feedback have culminated in a next-generation facility that sets a new standard for Native American healthcare and wellness.

3. 

   14 Jun 2025

   Osage Spirit, Osage Mind - Community Healing and Tradition

   Psychiatrist Dr. Moira Redcorn discusses the generational trauma impacting Indigenous communities with host Mike Quinata, Congresswoman Brandy Lemon, and Michael Bristow, highlighting the importance of resilience and tradition in fostering mental wellness; this is an interview.

4. 

   20 May 2025

   Keeping Care Local: Tribal Health and Medicaid

   How do you bridge modern health care with Indigenous tradition? 🌾🏥 Meet Ashley Johnson, Tribal Relations Director for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, as she shares the powerful, often untold story of Medicaid’s impact in Indian Country—and why cultural identity is key to health leadership. 🌍✨ Discover how Ashley and her small-but-mighty team are transforming tribal health care: advocating for sovereignty, building trust, and ensuring Native communities receive the support they deserve. 💪🏽🤝 Hear the truth about Medicaid (it’s not “welfare”!), how it uplifts working families, and why every word in your Native language is an act of sovereignty and healing. 🗣️❤️ From reclaiming heritage to practical tips for maximizing health resources, this episode is packed with inspiration, real talk, and actionable insights for everyone—Native and non-Native alike. 🌟 Ready to rethink what health care can mean for your community? Tap to listen and join the movement for empowered, culturally-rooted care! 🎧🌱 #OsageHealthWatch #TribalHealth #MedicaidMatters #NativeVoices #CommunityCare #HealthEquity #Sovereignty #IndigenousLeadership #KeepCareLocal #ListenNow

5. 

   28 Apr 2025

   Indigenous Foodways for a Healthier Future: Beyond Frybread

   Explore the power of ancestral foods and Indigenous food sovereignty in this episode of Osage Health Watch! 🌽✨ Hosts Michael Bristow and Lindsay King talk with Veronica Pipestem about reviving heirloom seeds, traditional growing methods, and how reconnecting with Native foods can help fight diabetes and restore wellness in tribal communities. Discover practical tips, cultural wisdom, and inspiring stories that will motivate you to reclaim your health and heritage. 🪶🌱

6. 

   3 Apr 2025

   Choose Resilience: Navigating Uncertainty and Building Strength

   In this episode of Osage Health Watch, the hosts explore the theme of resilience amidst uncertainty, offering heartfelt discussions on mental health, cultural identity, and personal growth. Producer Mike, Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow, and guest Meredith Drent tackle the challenges faced by Indigenous communities, including societal pressures and federal policy changes, while emphasizing the importance of community connections and small, meaningful habits to foster well-being. Through candid conversations about suicide prevention, habit-building, and the healing power of traditions like Osage dances, they share actionable ways to navigate life’s struggles with strength and purpose.

7. 

   4 Mar 2025

   Resilience and Innovation: Osage Nation's Path to Better Health Care

   Dive into the latest episode of Osage Health Watch, where hosts Brandy Lemon and Michael Bristow explore the resilience of the Osage Nation amidst federal funding challenges and highlight exciting advancements in tribal health care, including the upcoming state-of-the-art clinic opening in June 2025. Learn about expanded services such as specialty clinics, same-day appointments, and cutting-edge technology like the Epic electronic health record system, all designed to enhance patient care1. Plus, discover how community programs like ”Prairie to Plate” and public health initiatives are empowering wellness across Osage County. email - mike@grayhawkenterprise.com IG @osagehealthwatch

8. 

   31 Jan 2025

   Beat the Winter Blues: Dopamine, Vitamin D, and Osage Traditions

   The Osage Health Watch podcast episode ”Beat the Winter Blues: Dopamine, Vitamin D, and Osage Traditions” offers a delightful blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and valuable health insights.

9. 

   23 Dec 2024

   Unwrapping Self Care for the Holidays

   🌟 Join hosts Michael Bristow, Brandy Lemon, and Producer Mike as they share personal traditions, from Christmas cookies to prime rib dinners 🍪🥩, and explore ways to stay connected with family and community. This festive episode of *Osage Health Watch* is packed with heartwarming stories and practical tips to help you embrace the holiday season with balance and joy.

10. 

    12 Nov 2024

    Self-Care, Elder Care, We Care

    This episode of Osage Health Watch explores the importance of quality of life for elders in indigenous communities, focusing on practical fitness tips, nutrition, and elder care resources. The hosts discuss feedback from listeners and delve into topics such as functional exercises for older adults, the significance of nutrition and hydration, and elder care meal programs. They emphasize the projected growth of the aging Native American population and its implications for healthcare services. The conversation touches on culturally appropriate elder care, caregiver challenges, and the need for improved nutrition in elder care programs. Throughout the episode, the hosts provide practical advice on maintaining health and quality of life as people age, highlighting the concept of ”habit stacking” to improve overall well-being and the importance of socialization for elders.

11. 

    16 Oct 2024

    Lindsay King, Elder Care Possibilities and Caregiver Awareness

    Join hosts Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow, and Mike Quinata as they dive deep into the intersection of Indigenous health practices and Western medicine. This episode, recorded live at the Osage Casino and Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma, features an engaging interview with Lindsay King, a former federal Indian Health Service leader, now bringing her talents to work for the Osage Nation.  Lindsay shares her journey from the Cherokee Nation to the Indian Health Service, highlighting her extensive experience in healthcare and her dedication to serving Native communities. The discussion touches on the future of elder care in Indian Country, emphasizing the importance of mental health support for caregivers and the challenges faced in providing sustainable assisted living facilities for Native elders.

12. 

    2 Oct 2024

    Nutrition, Colonialism and Diabetes: Moving forward for indigenous wellness

    Join hosts Brandy Lemon, Michael Bristow, and Coach Kinsley as they explore Indigenous health, blending traditional practices with modern medicine. Discover fitness tips, nutrition advice, and insights on addressing obesity and diabetes. Learn about Osage Nation resources and steps towards better health. Visit osahealthwatch.com for more information and workout routines.

13. 

    17 Sept 2024

    Nutrition, Colonialism and Diabetes: Reclaiming Osage & Indigenous Health

    Join us as hosts Brandy Lemon, Michael T. Bristow, and Coach Kinsley explore the intricate connections between nutrition, colonialism, and diabetes in Osage and indigenous communities with Producer Mike. They discuss how historical changes have impacted health, examine the effects of the Western diet on Osage and indigenous well-being, and share practical solutions for a healthier future. Featuring insights from Coach Kinsley of the Fitness Fix podcast, this episode begins to explore strategies for balancing traditional practices with modern health approaches.

14. 

    1 Sept 2024

    Osage Health Watch introductions

    Join Osage Health Watch hosts Brandy Lemon and Michael Bristow with co-host Mike Quinata as they describe each of their personal stories and professional experiences, and then special guest Coach Kinsley from the Fitness Fix with Coach Kinsley podcast joins to offer practical fitness and nutrition tips, emphasizing the mind-body connection. This episode exemplifies Osage Health Watch’s mission to empower listeners with information, resources, and inspiring stories, promoting health advocacy and positive change within Indigenous communities.

Who has been a guest on Osage Health Watch

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Moira Redcorn
• Congresswoman Brandy Lemon
• Michael Bristow

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 22 / 100

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Quality

32

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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