“Chikasha Poya” (We are Chickasaw) is a monthly 30-minute television program highlighting Chickasaw storytelling, history, tourism and culture. Produced by the Chickasaw Nation, “Chikasha Poya” explores culture, creativity and communities in Chickasaw Country and beyond.
Episode 4 of “Chikasha Poya” will air on KFOR Channel 4 (NBC in Oklahoma City) and KXII Channel 12 (CBS in the Ardmore, Ada and Texoma area) on the following dates:
KFOR
- Saturday, Oct. 3 — 5 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 17 — 5 p.m.
KXII
- Saturday, Oct. 3 — 10:35 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 17 — 10:35 p.m.
Join Quin Tran and Mikaela Kent for another installment of “Chikasha Poya.” In this episode, travel with them to the Chickasaw Cultural Center to discover more about Chickasaw history and culture. Explore interactive exhibits, practice Chickasaw language and learn what the campus has to offer. Gain insight on how the game of stickball is played, see cultural resources supervisor Blake Nucosee craft a traditional stickball stick and hear exciting citizen stories. Go behind the scenes for a cooking lesson with Aaimpa' Café executive chef Josh Faulkner and get to know more about the bestselling menu item — the “Chickasaw Special.” Visit Chickasaw.tv for more episodes.
Episode 3
Episode 3 of “Chikasha Poya” aired in September and highlighted the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, and significant cultural sites in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, including the Chickasaw Historic Capitol Building, Chickasaw Council House Museum and Chickasaw Bank Museum. The episode also featured the Southeastern Art Show and Market, Chickasaw Cultural Evening, citizen features, a stomp dance demonstration, Chickasaw language lessons and more.