Coffee with an Indian
44 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 114 ratingsSort of like, what happens when you get overpowered by the Nevada Sun—while listening to Nuthin’ but a G Thang (on repeat)—and at the same time, listening to a heavily tattoo'd guy from HV1, intelligently-and-existentially deconstruct (and reconstruct) strange meanings of life. All from a tribal perspective. Yeah, it’s kind of like that…
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Episode 1: The Lesson Learned
January 01, 2024 01:00 - 20 minutes - 48.2 MBIt’s been a while. Brian ruminates on post-pandemic change in Indian Country, in the world, and in himself. ------- Coffee with an Indian is a provocative conversation from Indian Country, for Indian Country, and for our relatives around the globe. Hosted by Brian “BB” Melendez from the Tribal Minds Studio in Reno, NV. If you enjoy Coffee with an Indian, you’re going to love Coffee with an Indian_Black. Please consider subscribing to Coffee with an Indian_Black, which is...
Episode 2: Redrum MC Great Basin Chapter
January 01, 2024 01:00 - 44 minutes - 104 MBWaylon Marvin of Redrum MC’s Great Basin chapter stops in to talk about Nevada’s tribal culture, being away from home, and the vast and varied world of the motorcycle club scene. ------- Coffee with an Indian is a provocative conversation from Indian Country, for Indian Country, and for our relatives around the globe. Hosted by Brian “BB” Melendez from the Tribal Minds Studios in Reno, NV. If you enjoy Coffee with an Indian, you’re going to love Coffee with an Indian_Black. P...
Episode 21: For the Greater [Indian] Good
December 18, 2019 22:45 - 50 minutes - 46 MBThe things we do for the Greater Indian Good. Have you ever wondered about the power of meditation? Ever consider how spiritual wellness and finding balance impacts your life? What about learning how significant our individual choices can be, in relation to the rest of the world? If you’ve been following this story, listen right now, to hear the final installment of Season 1. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can l...
EP_21: For the Greater [Indian] Good
December 18, 2019 22:45 - 50 minutes - 46 MBHave you ever wondered about the power of meditation? Learn how significant our individual choices are, in relation to the rest of the world? Listen today, to hear the final installment, of a life-long journey, of one little Indian Boy. I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- If you love, Coffee with an Indian…please, consider subscribing to, Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: The Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each...
EP_20: Indian Land
September 16, 2019 21:40 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBDo you understand how valuable real estate can be, in the United States? Have you ever wondered about the mechanisms and trends of modern spirituality? Listen today, to hear a version of American history, told from a tribal perspective. I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- If you love, Coffee with an Indian…please, consider subscribing to, Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: The Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each...
Episode 20: Indian Land
September 16, 2019 21:40 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBDo you understand how valuable real estate is in the United States? Have you ever wondered about the mechanisms and trends of modern spirituality? Listen today, to hear a version of American history, told from a tribal perspective, that is seldom ever heard. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended experience. I compose these podcasts from my heart...
Episode 19: The Emerald City
August 21, 2019 19:29 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBEver wondered how powerful it is to be connected to the land of your Ancestors? Learn a diverse tribal perspective on morality and strength, as it pertains to humanity. Listen right now, and discover, how to find empowerment in any situation. So, put on your ruby slippers, because we got some walking to do… Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended ex...
EP_19: The Emerald City
August 21, 2019 19:29 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBHave you ever wondered how powerful it is, to be connected to the land of our Ancestors? Learn a diverse tribal perspective on morality and strength, as it pertains to humanity. Listen right now, and discover, how to find empowerment in any situation. So, put on your ruby slippers, because we got some walking to do… I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- If you love, Coffee with an Indian…please, consider subscrib...
Episode 18: Sovereignty
July 05, 2019 01:05 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBHave you ever wondered just how powerful dancing in the Sun can be for humanity? Are you ready to learn about creating sacred space? Listen right now, to learn a unique history, and probable future—about American Indians—all from a tribal perspective. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended experience. I compose these podcasts from my heart and me...
EP_18: Sovereignty
July 05, 2019 01:05 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBHave you ever wondered just how powerful dancing in the Sun can be for humanity? Are you ready to learn about creating sacred space? Listen right now, to learn a unique history, and probable future—about American Indians—all from a tribal perspective. I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- If you love, Coffee with an Indian…please, consider subscribing to, Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: The Extended / Raw / R-Rated ...
EP_17: Coloring Outside The Lines
May 29, 2019 04:51 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBHave you ever had to start all over again in life; and find the quickest way to a new beginning, was simply taking the unorthodox path? Has there ever been a moment, when you knew you just had to keep on walking? Listen today, to learn about the intricacies of co-parenting, institutional thinking, and recreating new spaces through love: all from a tribal perspective. I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- Coffe...
Episode 17: Coloring Outside The Lines
May 29, 2019 04:51 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBHave you ever had to start all over again in life; and the quickest way to a new beginning, was simply taking the unorthodox path? Has there ever been a moment, when you knew you just had to keep on walking? Listen today, to learn about the intricacies of co-parenting, institutional thinking, and recreating new spaces through love: all from a tribal perspective. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to th...
Episode 16: A Tale of Two Cities
April 17, 2019 07:31 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBHave you ever wanted to learn about intricate details of modern tribal leadership? Learn about the ever-changing paradigm shifts that impact Indigenous cultures and belief systems. Listen right now, to experience a raw human side of life and family, in a way that is rarely disclosed. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended experience. I compose th...
EP_16: A Tale of Two Cities
April 17, 2019 07:31 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBListen now, to learn about intricate details of modern tribal leadership. Learn about paradigm shifts that impact cultural and belief. Experience a raw human side of life and family, in a way that is rarely disclosed. First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with your friends and relatives, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you all for your time and consideration. -BB ------- Coffee with an ...
EP_15: Blood in the Dirt
March 09, 2019 04:24 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBEver find yourself in circumstances that never seem to make any sense? Have you ever had a dream so prolific that it changed your life? Listen right now, to learn what life looks like as tribal student, a struggling father, and a young leader! First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and relatives, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you all for your time and consideration....
Episode 15: Blood in the Dirt
March 09, 2019 04:24 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBHave you ever found yourself in circumstances that never seemed to make any sense? Have you ever had a dream so prolific, that by just holding onto the thought of it changed your life? Listen right now, to learn about life as non-traditional tribal student, a struggling father, and an emerging young leader! Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended ex...
EP_14: Finding The Sacred
February 01, 2019 07:28 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBHave you ever learned something that you knew was going to change your life? Ever wondered what inspired tribal people in the past, to write their messages on rock walls? Listen right now, to hear how faith; is created and destroyed, all at the same time. First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and relatives, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you all for your time and co...
Episode 14: Finding The Sacred
February 01, 2019 07:28 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBHave you ever learned something so special that you knew that it was going to change your life? Ever wondered what inspired the tribal people of the past, to carve divine messages on high rock walls? Listen right now, to hear how tenets of faith; are created and destroyed, all at the same time. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intended experience. I...
Episode 13: The Day Before All Lives Mattered
January 04, 2019 09:01 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBHave you ever made decisions in your life, that you knew were going to change your path forever? Have you ever been in love with life and at the same time pulled by the arm towards death? This is a tribal perspective on modern chaos, community heartache, and the social phenomenon of gun violence? If you want to learn something mind shattering…listen right now! Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the epi...
EP_13: The Day Before All Lives Mattered
January 04, 2019 09:01 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBHave you ever made decisions in your life, that you knew were going to change your path forever? Have you ever been in love with life, and at the same time, pulled by the arm towards death? Do you want to understand a tribal perspective on modern chaos, community heartache, and the social phenomenon of gun violence? If you want to learn something mind shattering…listen right now! First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can p...
EP_12: What Am I To You?
November 29, 2018 10:26 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBHave you ever wanted to know the fragile insides of modern tribal spirituality? Have you ever had to do something that you knew had to be done, but found opposing forces at every turn? Have you ever been so confused in lust, excitement, and fear, that you lose your breath? If you haven’t…get ready, because here it is. First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and relatives, I...
Episode 12: What Am I To You?
November 29, 2018 10:26 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBHave you ever wanted to know the fragile insides of modern tribal spirituality? Have you ever had to do something that you knew had to be done, but found opposing forces at every turn trying to stop you? Have you ever been so confused in lust, excitement, and fear, that you lose your breath? If you haven’t…get ready, because here it is. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you...
EP_11: Comity of the Sun
October 30, 2018 05:54 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBWe get our power from the Sun. We get our power from the Sun. -Chief Good Day ------- If you love Coffee with an Indian… * Try Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: the Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each Episode. ** Available exclusively on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cwai_black ------- Lucentree, LLC: www.lucentree.com For bookings, contact Brian "BB" Melendez directly at (775) 750-8181 or [email protected] ------- Please follow me on: Facebook, Instagram, Snap...
Episode 11: Comity of the Sun
October 30, 2018 05:54 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBHave you ever found yourself on a spiritual journey; one that you never thought you’d ever be on? While trying to move forward in life, have you ever felt inadequate and not good enough? There’s something special about learning new things, making new relationships, and witnessing sacred moments that heals old wounds. Listen today, to learn about how Indigenous People worship the power of the Sun. “We get our power from the Sun” – Chief Good Day Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, pleas...
EP_10: The Third Day
October 05, 2018 04:06 - 27 minutes - 23.8 MBYou’ll drink when we tell you to, You’ll stand still when we say! Don’t get scared… There will be fighting, There will be blood! Don’t get scared… You’ll be hit when you’re not good enough, You’ll be hit when you’re not looking! Don’t get scared… You will be asked to do things without question, You will never be the same! Don’t get scared… Be sure you want this: because once you’re in, There’s no leaving the Sundance Gang! -BB ------- If you lo...
Episode 10: The Third Day
October 05, 2018 04:06 - 27 minutes - 23.8 MBHave you ever allowed yourself to be lost in the moment? Have you ever had to forgive yourself for choices that you've made? Have you ever had an experience we're your life changed in an unexpected turn—a moment that so beautiful—that it made you believe in God? Listen today, to hear a story of ritual, customs, and tradition: a story of suffering for glory and dancing for the people. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If y...
EP_9: You Don't Even Know!
September 21, 2018 18:27 - 22 minutes - 19.3 MBWho is going to teach us how to live? You don’t even know! What were we born for? You don’t even know! Why must we struggle so much? You don’t even know! Where is the Spirit trying to take us? You don’t even know! When will I see you again? You don’t even know! ----- If you love Coffee with an Indian… * Try Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: the Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each Episode. ** Available exclusively on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cwai_bl...
Episode 9: You Don't Even Know!
September 21, 2018 18:27 - 22 minutes - 19.3 MBHave you ever struggled with addictions, mourned the loss of a loved one, or isolate yourself from you family in the grieving process? Ever think to yourself, “what am I doing here?” or “why is this my life?” and not find any immediate answers. Have you ever simply just let go and allowed others to take care of you? Listen today to hear a story of a life changing events, opportunities, and curiosity. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to...
Episode 8: Chief Good Day
September 02, 2018 19:38 - 22 minutes - 18.8 MBHave you ever experienced death in a way that changes every part of your soul? Have you ever witnessed a gang funeral? Ever think about the impact, that just one life, has on a community. This is a story of great loss, tragedy, heartbreak and sadness. Listen today, to hear about just how fragile and unforgiving life can be. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciat...
EP_8: Chief Good Day
September 02, 2018 19:38 - 22 minutes - 18.8 MBWhen I die show no pity, Bury my heart in Blood $ity. Bury my body five feet deep, Place two shotguns beneath my feet. Lay two canes across my chest, Tell my boys I did my best... Lit, 359 ----- If you love Coffee with an Indian… * Try Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: the Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each Episode. ** Available exclusively on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cwai_black ------- Lucentree, LLC: www.lucentree.com For bookings, contact Brian ...
EP_7: Frybread & Circuses
August 11, 2018 04:12 - 23 minutes - 19.8 MBFeed them cheap slop, and drown them with booze, Make them so tired; that they’ll be grateful to lose! We twist them, we pull them, we fill them with doubt, With each other forever, only amongst themselves will they shout. So, give them loud noises, and shine the bright lights, Drape them in awe, so they forget why they fight… ------- If you love Coffee with an Indian… * Try Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: the Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each Episode. ** Available ...
Episode 7: Frybread & Circuses
August 11, 2018 04:12 - 23 minutes - 19.8 MBHave your ever wondered about the structural complications of Indian Education? Ever think about how parenting impacts the capabilities of children? Have you ever thought about the tenets of institutional thinking? Listen today, to hear how so many of our tribal youth struggle through the educational system and how our families and communities are fumbling to correct this phenomenon. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If y...
EP_6: Gangster Lean
July 26, 2018 10:30 - 18 minutes - 15.9 MB"This songs dedicated to my homies in that gangster lean, Why'd you have to go so soon. It seems like yesterday, We were hanging around the hood. Now I'm gonna keep your memory alive, Like a homie should..." (DRS, 1993) ----- If you love Coffee with an Indian… * Try Coffee with an Indian_BLACK: The Extended / Raw / R-Rated version of each Episode. ** Available exclusively on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cwai_black Lucentree, LLC: www.lucentree.com --------...
Episode 6: Gangster Lean
July 26, 2018 10:30 - 18 minutes - 15.9 MBHave you ever wondered about the intricacies of early 90’s gang culture and the criminality that took the lives of many young people and left others incarcerated? Ever want to know what it’s like to attend a gang funeral? Have you ever wanted to know about how to prevent juvenile delinquency? Listen today, to learn about a rampant sub-culture that has the power to shift lives and change the destinies of young people. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order ...
Episode 5: Bending Spoons
June 29, 2018 17:13 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBHave you ever thought about what it must be like to grow up on an American Indian Reservation in the 90’s? Have you ever wondered about the impacts that a broken home, alcohol abuse and drug addictions, and domestic violence has on a child’s worldview? Ever think about how important your own unique role is in a community setting? Listen today, to hear about teenage angst and unintended social apathy. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to...
EP_5: Bending Spoons
June 29, 2018 17:13 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBLearn how easy it is to be delinquent, in an atmosphere that is primed for it. Have you ever been curious about the identity crisis of young Indians? Do you want to know a secret about how communication is used on an Indian Reservation? Again, where are all the adults? To find out some of these complex issues, listen right now… ------------ First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all y...
EP_4: In-Between Dwellers
June 21, 2018 17:05 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBHave you ever wondered how Indian families transition after a suicide, alcoholism, and drug addiction? What do you think life is like for a child born with serious disabilities, or how difficult it must be to provide comfort to them from the sidelines? Learn why an Indian boy, would leave the only caregivers he would ever know, to live with his biological mother? To find out all these mysterious details, listen right now… ------------ First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from...
Episode 4: In-Between Dwellers
June 21, 2018 17:05 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBHave you ever wondered how American Indian family’s transition after a suicide? What do you think life is like, for a child born with serious childhood disabilities? Or consider how difficult it must be to provide a struggling child with comfort? Learn why an Indian boy, would leave the only caregivers he would ever know, to live with his biological mother in a broken home? To find out all these mysterious details, listen right now… Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ...
EP_3: The Green Side Of The Mountain
June 14, 2018 02:47 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBDo you want to know what life was like, as an Indian child, in Reno during the late 80’s? Do you understand how violence and trauma can shape a childhood? Have you ever wondered how common another person’s depression can change your life forever? If you’re prepared to find out, listen right now… ------------ First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and relatives, I would g...
Episode 3: The Green Side of the Mountain
June 14, 2018 02:47 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBDo you want to know what was life was like, as an Indian child, in Reno during the late 80’s? Do you understand how violence and trauma can shape a young mind? Have you ever wondered how common another person’s depression can impact other people’s paths forever? If you’re prepared to find out, listen right now… Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, please listen in ascending order from Episode 1 to Episode 21. If you can listen to the episodes in this order, you’ll appreciate the intend...
Episode 2: Indian Boy
June 02, 2018 00:27 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWhy is it crucial to know the history of where your family comes from? Have you ever thought to yourself, just how impactful your parent’s life experiences have been in your own story? Listen now to learn about the secrets and tricks of little Indian Boys. First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give this episode a listen, if you can please tag this post and share the content with your friends and relatives, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you ...
EP_2: Indian Boy
June 02, 2018 00:27 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWhy is it crucial to know the history of where your family comes from? How impactful are your parent’s life experiences in your own story? What are the secrets and tricks of little Indian Boys. Who’s really raising all these kids? Listen to find out... First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and relatives, I would greatly appreciate it. Also, if you can please take five minute...
Episode 1: Ground Zero
May 22, 2018 13:15 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MBWelcome to Coffee with an Indian, I’m BB, your Host and Resident-Indian. You are now about to listen to a brilliantly composed tribal narrative, in a way that has never been done before on any podcast. Have you ever wondered what it’s like living on a modern Indian Reservation? Have you ever had to make something out of nothing? Are you ready for a unique and complex story, filled with struggle and spirit? We’ll you’re in luck because here it is. Season 1 is a serial style podcast. So, pl...
EP_1: Ground Zero
May 22, 2018 13:15 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MBWelcome to Coffee with an Indian, I’m BB, your Host and Resident-Indian. You are now about to enter the Virtual-Rez. Have you ever wondered what it’s like living on a modern Indian Reservation? Have you ever had to make something out of nothing? Are you ready for a unique and complex story, filled with struggle and spirit? First and foremost, I compose these podcasts from my heart and memory. After you give it a listen, if you can please Tag and Share with all your friends and rela...