There is no "trust" relationship between Native people and the United States. We are NOT wards of the state.

In this revealing episode, John Kane navigates listeners through the intricate history and legal complexities endured by Native American communities concerning land rights in the United States. Providing a thorough exploration of the historical contradictions and affronts that have influenced Indigenous and non-Indigenous relations, Kane clarifies perspectives on American Indigenous rights.

He guides us through intricate legal cases that underscore the continuance of disagreement over land ownership and occupancy, clarifying that the struggle isn't simply about possession- but also about the dignity, autonomy, and the right for Indigenous identity assertion.

The discussion involves the United States' obscure "trust responsibility" towards Native communities, debunking outmoded 'ward-trustee' implications. This episode ends with a pressing call to arms urging Native communities and allies to challenge harmful assumptions as Kane explores a blend of historical and contemporary issues.

By highlighting the misguided legal narratives surrounding relationships between the U.S government and Native peoples, Kane urges the audience to learn, challenge, resist and incite change.