Hosted by celebrated spoken-word poet and community-based educator Zoey Roy (Nêhithaw-Denesuline Métis), Indigenous Influencers profiles inspiring Indigenous artists who use creativity to connect culture, identity and community. Through visual art, beadwork, poetry, music and dance, the series shows how traditional knowledge and contemporary expression can empower new generations and create meaningful change.     

Included in playlist:

• Making Spaces with Nyle Johnston (5:38) - Join Anishinaabe artist and storyteller Nyle Miigizi Johnston as he turns his imagination into a seamless connection between the natural world and the Toronto landscape. 
• Anishinaabe Impressions with Isaac Murdoch (3:18) - Step into the Anishinaabe world with Isaac Murdoch, where bold colours, powerful stories, and heartfelt conviction are medicine. 
• Righting the Story with Dr. Zoey Roy (6:12) - From the world stage to classroom workshops to the recording studio, Cree-Dene Métis poet and teaching artist Dr. Zoey Roy uses song creation to build a circle of belonging. 
• Beading through Time with Naomi Smith (5:36) - Step into the world of Anishinaabe bead artist Naomi Smith, where every bead becomes a portal through time.
• Moving Stories with DJ Classic Roots (3:24) - Step into the world of DJ, producer, and fancy dancer Joshua “Classic Roots” DePerry, where every beat and dance move tells a story.