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Pamyua, Alaska's most famous Inuit band | INDIE ALASKA

Season 10 Episode 10 | 6m 16s

Pamyua (bum-yo-ah) is a musical group that has gained worldwide recognition. Founded by Inuit Yup'ik African American brothers Phillip Kilirnguq Blanchett and Steven Qacungatarli Blanchett, the group produces music with traditional Yup’ik and African-American elements to create what they call "Inuit Soul." They are also the artists behind the theme song for the PBS Kids show, Molly of Denali.

Aired: 08/04/21
Extras
Gretchen Bersch shares some of the lessons she's learned while spending a lifetime homesteading.
Kim Sherry sharing her story and experience on The Great Alaska Recipe
In Kodiak, Alaska, Marion Owen is learning how to repair the island's sour soil with compost.
Greg joined a reenactment group in Alaska, finding medieval calligraphy was harder than he thought.
Daisy Nicolas is using her passion for dog treats to teach life skills to young disabled Alaskans.
Mackenzie Englishoe is dedicated to ensuring that future generations are connected to their culture.
Meet Meg Kelley, a freehand artist in Anchorage, Alaska.
Amy Vail grew up in a family of glass artists and continues the family legacy in Alaska.
Families come together to share stories and heal together in Toksook Bay, AK.
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Gretchen Bersch shares some of the lessons she's learned while spending a lifetime homesteading.
Kim Sherry sharing her story and experience on The Great Alaska Recipe
In Kodiak, Alaska, Marion Owen is learning how to repair the island's sour soil with compost.
Greg joined a reenactment group in Alaska, finding medieval calligraphy was harder than he thought.
Daisy Nicolas is using her passion for dog treats to teach life skills to young disabled Alaskans.
Mackenzie Englishoe is dedicated to ensuring that future generations are connected to their culture.
Meet Meg Kelley, a freehand artist in Anchorage, Alaska.
Amy Vail grew up in a family of glass artists and continues the family legacy in Alaska.
Families come together to share stories and heal together in Toksook Bay, AK.