ep 9: Adopting her culture

Yajmownen by Pokagon Band of Potawatomi

Apr 10, 201715:48Government & Organizations

Teri Barber always knew she was adopted, but what she didn't know was that she was Potawatomi. Hear her story of finding her 12 siblings and embracing this tribal community.

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