Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo

Tatanka Means

Exploring Chinle, Arizona, Jesus Trejo connects with Native American comic and actor Tatanka Means. Tatanka delves into his upbringing on the reservation, using humor to illuminate the enduring challenges faced by Indigenous communities nationwide.

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Exploring Chinle, Arizona, Jesus Trejo connects with Native American comic and actor Tatanka Means. Tatanka delves into his upbringing on the reservation, using humor to illuminate the enduring challenges faced by Indigenous communities nationwide.

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  • Tatanka's Journey: From the Ring to the Stage: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tatanka's Journey: From the Ring to the Stage

    S1 E4 - 3m 34s

    Comedian Tatanka Means revisits his roots at the Damon-Bahe Boxing Gym, reflecting on how the mental toughness cultivated through boxing informs his stand-up comedy career. As he trains and jokes with Jesus Trejo and coach Johnny Bahe, Tatanka shares insights on perseverance, resilience, and the importance of laughter in Native culture.

  • Ancestral Connections: Comedy and Cultural Education: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ancestral Connections: Comedy and Cultural Education

    S1 E4 - 2m 1s

    Tatanka Means and Jesus Trejo explore the significance of connecting with their ancestry while engaging in lighthearted banter about cultural misconceptions. Tatanka reveals how his comedy act can serve as an educational vehicle to challenge stereotypes and inform audiences better about Native American history and culture.

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