119 - The Kickapoo of Texas

About this episode

This episode explores the history and culture of the Kickapoo people in Texas.

Let me know what you thought of this podcast! Send a text. In our previous episodes we’ve discussed the most famous tribes in Texas such as the Caddo, Jumano and Comanche. But today we're diving into the story of the Kickapoo people, a nation that has survived centuries of pressure, crossed international borders, and still maintains one of the most remarkable living cultures in North America. And a big part of that story runs right through Texas. Today we answer the question: How di...

People in this episode

Host: Michelle Gallegos

Topics covered

• Kickapoo people
• Texas tribes
• Native American culture
• historical survival
• cultural heritage

Keywords

• Kickapoo
• Texas history
• Native American tribes
• Caddo
• Comanche
• Jumano
• cultural survival

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kickapoo, Caddo, Jumano, Comanche

Places: Texas, North America

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