Tŝ'iqi Nadint'i - Talia Baptiste

The Matriarchs Podcast is a storytelling space created to uplift Indigenous women and honor the matriarchs who shape our families, communities, and futures. Through heartfelt conversations, we sit with women in many different roles—mothers, caregivers, artists, leaders, knowledge-keepers, advocates, and professionals—to share their stories, experiences, and wisdom.
This podcast is rooted in community, connection, and respect. It is about creating a safe space where women feel seen, valued, and heard, while strengthening intergenerational bonds and celebrating the many forms of Indigenous womanhood and leadership. Above all, the Matriarchs Podcast exists to uplift women’s voices, preserve their stories, and inspire others through the power of shared lived experience. 

 

In this episode of Tŝilhqot’in Matriarch’s, we chat with Talia Baptiste, a proud Tsilhqot’in woman from Tsideldel and Tl’etinqox and the new Women’s Council Manager. She shares what it’s like balancing youth and leadership while working for the Nation, along with her love for travel, music, and concerts that keep her grounded. Talia talks about the strength she draws from the young children in her life, the importance of uplifting youth, and the powerful matriarchal leadership shaping our communities today. It’s a real conversation about growth, culture, and stepping into responsibility in a good way for future generations.