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Albany, NY – 200 years ago. Shawnee Chief Tecumseh led armed resistance against the US government's efforts to take his tribe's land along the Ohio River Valley. Now, the Coeur d'Ilene tribe is using modern weapons to hold on to what's left. Peggy Berryhill visited the tribe, where traditional boundaries aren't measured by landmarks - but by language.

4:02 Sovereignty and Technology PRX

That is part of the We Shall Remain project produced by Native Public Media in cooperation with the National Federation of Community Broadcasters.

Elizabeth Streb is a controversial figure in the dance world - and it's no wonder. Her movement dismisses what she calls "foot movement" in favor of bruising, bold leaps, falls and crashes. Her new book is called, "How To Become An Extreme Action Hero."

10:45 Eliz Streb

Elizabeth Streb is the founder of Streb Extreme Action and the author of "How To Become An Extreme Action Hero." Her school is in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and is open to the public. You can find out more at Streb.org.

Finally, writer Nancy Foote has shared her memories, both painful and perfect, of a difficult childhood and the people who have shaped her. Today, she talks about the importance of touch - not just for connection, but for healing.

5:06 Foote commentary

Nancy Foote is a writer. She lives in upstate New York.