How qayaqs (kayaks) are reviving Alaskan Sugpiaq culture | INDIE ALASKA
https://www.pbs.org/video/how-kayaks-qayaqs-are-rejuvenating-alaskan-sugpiaq-culture-zlzmum/
Jonathon Sawden normally works in HR but sees the importance to tell the world that his people, the Sugpiaq (Sookh-pee-ahk), and other Native peoples are still here. Here, Jonathon and another young apprentice artist are working with a Master Kayak Builder to learn the techniques to build traditional boats and be the next generation to keep the craft and culture alive. Produced by Shiri Segal, Matthew Faubion, Valerie Kern Music by Universal Production Music Special Thanks: Chugachmiut INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
Jonathon Sawden normally works in HR but sees the importance to tell the world that his people, the Sugpiaq (Sookh-pee-ahk), and other Native peoples are still here. Here, Jonathon and another young apprentice artist are working with a Master Kayak Builder to learn the techniques to build traditional boats and be the next generation to keep the craft and culture alive. Produced by Shiri Segal, Matthew Faubion, Valerie Kern Music by Universal Production Music Special Thanks: Chugachmiut INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
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