About this episode
This episode explores the life and impact of Jay Silverheels, known for his role as Tonto, and his efforts to improve Indigenous representation in media.
Jay Silverheels from the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario became famous as Tonto on The Lone Ranger. He used his influence to push against the often racist portrayals of the Indigenous on film and TV. He also helped other Indigenous actors in their own careers. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Hello Fresh: HelloFresh.ca/CHEHX E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok…
People in this episode
Host: Craig Baird
Guest: Jay Silverheels
Topics covered
- Indigenous representation
- film history
- television history
- cultural influence
- actor advocacy
Keywords
- Jay Silverheels
- Tonto
- Indigenous actors
- racism in film
- Canadian history
Sponsors
HelloFresh
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Lone Ranger, Sutherland House, buymeacoffee.com, canadaehx.com, patreon.com, Oh Canada Shop
Places: Six Nations Reserve, Ontario
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