E29 From Canvas to the Screen: The Art, Journey, and Success of Dukon Harris

Episode 29 of Nʉmʉ Tekwarʉ: The Comanche Talk Podcast features Comanche artist Dukon Harris as he shares his journey from drawing alongside his grandfather to becoming an accomplished artist, teacher, and actor who portrayed Jim Thorpe.

Dukon talks about his grandfather, Doc Tate; finding his own artistic path; the importance of Comanche culture in his work; his experience exhibiting at the Comanche Museum; and what it meant to step into the role of Jim Thorpe. Most importantly, he shares a message for the next generation: your gifts can take you places, and our culture, stories, and history are worth preserving.

Listen to Episode 29 and hear Dukon’s story of taking chances, overcoming doubt, and representing the Comanche people through his work.