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Telling Tales: The Tohono O鈥檕dham Nation
Retelling of an ancient Native American story and its resonance with contemporary issues
A retelling of an ancient Native American story from the Tohono O鈥檕dham Nation, whose traditional lands straddle the border between the United States and Mexico. The story encapsulates the tribe鈥檚 close relationship with their land, plants and animals. But their ancient way of life is now under threat from President Trump鈥檚 plans to build a fortified wall across their sacred lands. Penny Boreham explores the power of ancient stories by taking three traditional tales and juxtaposing them with contemporary experiences and issues.
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