In this powerful season finale of Settle Down, the aunties sit down with legendary actor, filmmaker and matriarch, Georgina Lightning, for one of the most raw, emotional and inspiring conversations of the season.

From hilarious rez stories and motherhood moments to deep conversations about intergenerational trauma, healing, storytelling and legacy, Georgina opens up about everything: surviving cancer, confronting complex PTSD, raising children while breaking cycles, and why Indigenous stories are one of the most powerful natural resources we have.

This conversation dives into the realities Indigenous creators face in film and television, the fight for funding and representation and Georgina’s bold vision to make Alberta the Indigenous film capital of the world. Along the way, the hosts reflect on parenting, identity, healing, entrepreneurship and what it means to leave something better for the next generation.

Please note: This episode contains discussions of suicide, sexual assault and trauma, if you are distressed, please reach out to the distress line at 988.

Settle in for a beautiful, emotional and unforgettable end to Season One.

In this episode, the hosts sit down with Chelsey Quirk, CEO of Indigenous Tourism Alberta, for a dynamic conversation about the future of Indigenous tourism - and the responsibility that comes with it.

From her journey through government, corporate spaces and now leading an Indigenous-led organization, Chelsey shares what it takes to navigate leadership, community expectations and the pressure to grow, while staying grounded in values.

Together, they unpack:

• Why Indigenous tourism is about far more than travel - it’s economic development, storytelling and reclamation
• The tension between authenticity and commercialization
• The realities of balancing motherhood, leadership and community responsibility
• How Indigenous entrepreneurs are redefining success on their own terms

Grounded in humour, honesty and a whole lot of heart, this episode is a reminder that the work isn’t just about building businesses - it’s about building futures.

What starts with hot flashes and laughter quickly turns into one of the most raw and complex conversations yet.

In this episode, the hosts dive into identity, what it means, who defines it and why it is never as simple as a checkbox. Through powerful personal stories, they unpack the realities of being Indigenous women navigating systems that were never designed for them, including status cards, band membership, Métis identity and the lasting impact of colonial policies.

From reconnection journeys to the emotional weight of not feeling like enough, this conversation does not hold back. The hosts explore lateral violence, the rise of pretendianism and the tension between protecting community and making space for those finding their way back.They ask the hard questions:

• Who gets to claim identity?
• At what cost?
• What responsibility comes with it?
• And how does it shape the businesses they are building and the futures they are fighting for?

Grounded in honesty, humour and lived experience, this episode reminds us that identity is layered, evolving and deeply personal.

So settle in. This one goes deep.