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Wisdom Keepers: Stories from Mother Earth
Wisdom Keepers: Stories from Mother Earth

‘Tututhax’: Just Listen

21 min•1 oktober 2026

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What might we learn if we slowed down and truly listened to the world around us? 

In this episode of Wisdom Keepers, Unangan Elder Ilarion “Kuuyux” Merculieff reflects on the teachings he received from his Elders and the lessons he learned through fishing, hunting, and observing the natural world. From imagining what it would be like to be a seabird to learning to listen with his whole body, Kuuyux invites us to consider what it means to be fully present with Mother Earth. 


In this episode, you’ll hear about: 

-Unangan ways of knowing and connecting with the natural world

-Learning through fishing, hunting, observation, and experience 

-What it means to listen with the mind and the heart 

-The importance of presence and awareness 

-Lessons we can learn from animals and the places around us 


About the Wisdom Keeper 

Ilarion “Kuuyux” Merculieff is an Unangan Elder and advocate for Indigenous knowledge, traditional ways of knowing, and deeper relationships between people and the natural world. 

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About Wisdom Keepers  

Wisdom Keepers is an audio series from The Nature Conservancy sharing stories and teachings from Indigenous Elders around the world about living in balance with Mother Earth.  

About the Music   

Stories can be shared in all kinds of ways, including through song. In theWisdom Keepers series, you’ll notice the enchanting vocal and flute melodies from ⁠Bear Fox⁠ and ⁠Mignon Geli⁠, inspired by the language, traditions, and stories of the Mohawk Nation. These songs reflect the messages, spirit and wisdom passed down from their ancestors and through today’s generations.   

Acknowledgement: Wisdom Keepers highlights the essential role of Indigenous and community leadership in conservation. The series was co-produced by Annabelle Le Jeune and Raine Media, with additional production support provided by Eric Noyes and Ximena Marquez Abbona. We extend our gratitude to the Elders and their support networks for their thoughtful review and contributions throughout the production process.  

Photo credit: ©Global Center for Indigenous Leadership & Lifeways + Wisdom Weavers of the World


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