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In this episode of the MITW Podcast we sat down with directors Gary Besaw and Douglas Cox to discuss the upcoming zoning project and town hall meetings. Town Hall Meeting Flyer Contact Melissa Cook, IGA at mcook@mitw.org for comments Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

In this week's COVID update we talked about the possibility of new CDC mask recommendations, an update on the BA.2 variant, fourth shots, and the latest community statistics. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

Welcome back to the MITW Podcast! This week we talked about local statistic updates, the possibility of a "stealth" Omicron surge, mask recommendations, and where to get both flu and COVID vaccines locally. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 92 of the MITW Podcast we discussed the state of the Omicron surge, monoclonal antibody treatments, and the BA.2 variant. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 91 of the MITW Podcast, we discussed how to get at-home tests, the current state of the Omicron surge, the new mask guidelines, and the Tribal shutdown. Links:Free Rapid COVID test kits Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 90 of the MITW Podcast, we discussed the current numbers with the Omicron surge, the Tribe's continuing shutdown, at-home rapid tests, isolation time recommendations, and what we can expect with Omicron in the next few weeks. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 89 of the MITW Podcast we discussed the spread of Omicron in the US, updates on local vaccination numbers, vaccines effectiveness against Omicron, and how to prevent an outbreak this holiday season. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 88 of the MITW Podcast, we returned from our break and discussed Omicron and what we know about it so far. We also discussed parosmia and tips for keeping safe this holiday season. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 87 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week our topics included: COVID-19 & deer, the B.1.1.7 variant, and ways to keep you and your family safe this holiday season. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 85 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week our topics were children's vaccination availability, Biden's vaccine mandate, the new antiviral pill, updates on local statistics of infection and vaccination. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 85 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. This week all of our questions were about boosters; including who qualifies, what boosters are available, and how to choose,  booster side-effects, and what to expect next. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 84 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: cloth vs surgical masks, preparation for vaccinating children aged 5-11, the new variant from England, and trick or treating.  Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

This week Gary Dodge Jr. returns as co-host! On episode 83 of the MITW Podcast, we spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: FDA approval of Moderna booster shots and vaccines for children, in-person learning for our schools, and the vaccine clinic currently taking place here on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 82 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pregnant women and COVID, more information on booster shots, long COVID and breakthrough infections, and more.  Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 81 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: our COVID "forecast", FDA approval of booster shots, and the R.1 variant. Links:CDC Predictive ModelNumber of COVID casesVaccination RatesHospital Usage Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 80 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: local case numbers for the week, Biden's vaccine mandate, RegenCov, and the Mu variant. Monoclonal antibodies https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-authorizes-regen-cov-monoclonal-antibody-therapy-post-exposure-prophylaxis-prevention-covid-19 https://www.fda.gov/media/145611/download Mu Variant https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#variant-proportions Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 79 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: local vaccination numbers, miscarriages and the vaccine, and the outlook for this fall.  Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 78 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. Topics for discussion included: Pfizer's full FDA approval, ivermectin, and current infection and vaccination rates.  Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 77 of the MITW Podcast, I spoke to Vaughn Bowles, the Public Information Officer, regarding updates and questions about COVID-19. I also went through some basic instructions on how to sign up for the MITW Vaccine Incentive. Topics for discussion included: new CDC recommendation on booster shots, rising local cases, and benefits of vaccination (even with breakthrough infections). LinksStep-by-step Video Tutorial on how to sign up for the vaccine incentivehttps://youtu.be/HwOVXIDSBLYCDC Guidelines on Booster Shots https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/recommendations/immuno.html CDC Benefits of Getting Vaccinated (even with Delta)https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org

On episode 76 of MITW Podcast we had a special guest, Menominee Tribal Legislator Ron Waukau on to share with us his recent experience with a COVID breakthrough infection.  Introduction Music by Wade Fernandez, Menominee Language by Ron Corn Jr. Email your questions or topic suggestions to podcast@mitw.org