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Francis compares the different ways to describe the same thing in the different dialects of Michif.
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Francis explains how to expel spirits from this world.
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Francis tells the story of when he learned to fillet fish.
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Francis speaks of the important role his mother played in his upbringing.
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Francis is thankful for the teachings he learned from the Elders that came before him.
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Francis explains why he passes on his knowledge and traditions.
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Francis shares the memory of his mother and the knowledge of medicine she passed down to him.
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Francis tells a story of a young boy who learns about the Sundance and other traditions.
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Francis explains the importance of speaking Cree in telling good stories.
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Francis tells a story about a blessed, healing spring.