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Tanya Talaga is an award-winning journalist, author, and Indigenous storyteller whose work spans books, documentary film, and public lectures. Best known for Seven Fallen Feathers (2017) and All Our Relations (2018 Massey Lectures), Talaga has built Makwa Creative, a production company dedicated to Indigenous voices in documentary, podcasting, and television. Her 2024 book The Knowing explores Indigenous history and family heritage and is being developed into CBC programming, including a documentary series. Talaga’s work has earned recognition on the world stage, including the Hot Docs Audience Award for Spirit to Soar (2021). Through films, books, and speaking engagements, she highlights Indigenous history, policy, and resilience. Here’s a closer look at her life, discography highlights, and upcoming appearances.