Actors and Ancestors

An Indigenous Film & TV Podcast

Author: Joel D. Montgrand

A film and TV podcast that celebrates Indigenous actors, talks back to Hollywood stereotypes, and looks to the future of Indigenous Peoples on screen. Rocky Cree actor and show host, Joel D. Montgrand, brings you Indigenous actors like youve never heard them before from up-and-coming stars to trailblazing elders. Roll out the red red carpet for this award-winning show!www.actorsandancestors.comThis show is a Silver Award Winner for Best in TV & Film in the 2024 Signal Awards and a Silver Award Winner for Best Indie Podcast in the 2024 W3 Awards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Language: en

Genres: Film Interviews, Society & Culture, TV & Film

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Filling Big Shoes with Michelle Thrush
Episode 5
Wednesday, 27 August, 2025

Michelle Thrush (Cree) tells JD about waiting for aliens to sweep her off to space and the power of Indigenous-led sets when handling stories of unthinkable trauma. She recounts her transformative time at the first school run by and for Indigenous people in Calgary, being mentored by the legendary actor, Gordon Tootoosis, and, most recently, her first ever lead role in a film! Michelle shares her tips for anyone getting started in the biz and what to be prepared for (with a bit of clowning around!).CREDITSActors & Ancestors is created, produced, and hosted by Joel D. Montgrand. Audio editing and production support from Daniella Barreto.Moral support from Awas the pod-cat.Episode photo of Michelle by Nadya Kwandibens Redworks Studio Thank you to the Indigenous Screen Office for generously supporting this show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.