Episode 4: Art Coulson: Cherokee Myths, Truths, and the Importance of Storytelling

Art Coulson is a member of the Cherokee Nation and a fellow author at Raven Quill Literary Agency. His recently released book, The Reluctant Storyteller, is a coming-of-age story about Chooch, a young Cherokee boy who’s learning to forge his own path from a rich history and tradition behind him. We talk about his writing, the importance of diverse voices, and understanding more about our shared past. We also dig into the myths surrounding supposed Cherokee ancestry, and how we can better educate our youth on Native American history, culture, and presence in our society.

Learn more about Art at https://artcoulson.com

1940s Removal of Native Americans from Reservations (how did I not know this?!) I’m not easily finding info on this, I’m checking with Art.
Cherokee National Holiday Festival (fun!)
Stickball (ouch, but wow)
What really happened on Thanksgiving?
Why do so many Americans think they have Cherokee blood? The history of a myth. 

My white squirrel!

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