
Black Feathers
Black Feathers Podcast host Crystal Hernandez, Psy.D., MBA, discusses disability-related topics of interest to Tribal communities through data, storytelling, and innovative content. With this podcast, we embrace diversity, equity, and honor within our vast Tribal Nations. We will also be providing additional resources related to these topics to our audience and welcome everyone to join the conversation. Image Description: Black Feathers Logo, a blue circle surrounded by black feathers crossed with larger black and red feathers swirling around them, above text that reads "Black Feathers, Disability Conversations for All"
Podcasting since 2022 • 18 episodes
Black Feathers
Latest Episodes
Black Feathers S2E6: Honoring Wisdom: Elder Services in the Choctaw Nation
In the final episode of season 2 of Black Feathers, Dr. Crystal Hernandez sits down with Betty Wharton, director of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Healthy Aging Program, to explore the vital work being done to support and uplift Elders...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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52:50

Black Feathers S2E5: Developmental Disabilities Council of Oklahoma
In this episode of Black Feathers Podcast, host Dr. Crystal Hernandez sits down with Jenifer Randle, Director of the Developmental Disabilities Council of Oklahoma (DDCO). Together, they dive into th...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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50:41

Black Feathers S2E4: Cherokee Health Services
In this episode of Black Feathers Podcast, Dr. Crystal Hernandez sit down with Dr. Amber Tiehen of Cherokee Health Services to explore the intersection of community, and healthcare. They will dive into big initiatives happening a...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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36:16

Black Feathers S2E3: From The Start: Newborn Screenings Lead to Improved Life
From the moment a baby takes its first breath, early medical screenings can make a world of difference. In this episode of Black Feathers, host Dr. Crystal Hernandez talks with Shari Arceneaux, RN BSN, Newborn Screening Educator, OK St...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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53:13

Black Feathers S2E2: Transitional Services for Individuals with IDD at Gatesway Foundation
In this episode, host Dr. Crystal Hernandez dives into the vital topic of transition services for Native American adults with disabilities. Joined by Stephanie Ninke and Dawn Newrider from the Gateways Foundation, this conversation explores the...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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44:33
