The Cherokee 411 with Cara
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Inside the Cherokee Election Controversy
David Comingdeer won every precinct in his 2021 tribal council race—but lost the election. In this exclusive interview, he shares what happened next: walk-in ballot controversy, a recount shut down…
David Comingdeer on Cherokee Whistleblower Case: 40 Firefighters Fired
Cara Cowan Watts interviews David Comingdeer on the firing of 40 firefighters and the first Cherokee jury trial in 120+ years. Hear how he won $615K after blowing the whistle—yet still hasn’t been…
Cherokee Crossroads: Law, Sovereignty & the McGirt Decision
Join Cherokee 411 with Cara and former Chief Chad Smith as they explore Cherokee legal history and the transformative McGirt decision. Discover how treaties, jurisdiction, and sovereignty shape the…
A Cherokee Story of Giving – Katie Punnett’s Journey
Katie Punnett shares her journey of stepping up as a potential organ donor for fellow Cherokee Cole Hogner—only to face unexpected roadblocks. Host Cara Cowan Watts explores the power of community,…
Keetowah: History, Jurisdiction, and Identity with Chief Chad Smith
In this episode of Cherokee 411 with Cara, former Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chad Smith joins Cara to discuss the history and legal framework of the United Keetoowah Band (UKB). He delves into…
Cherokee Sovereignty on Trial: A Conversation with Chief Chad Smith
In this episode of ᏣᎳᎩ ᏫᏗᎦᏅᏍᎩ with Cara (Tsalagi Widiganvsgi), host Cara Cowan Watts speaks with Chief Chad Smith about Proceed Undaunted, his book on court cases threatening Cherokee sovereignty. A…
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The Cherokee 411 with Cara has published 6 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
The Cherokee 411 with Cara is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 30m.
