SUPAMAN SPREADS GOOD MEDICINE THROUGH CHAUTAUQUA LECTURE SERIES

Christian Parrish Takes the Gun, also known as Supaman, may not wear a cape or have superpowers, but he is a hero through his ability to celebrate the rich histories and diverse cultures of Indigenous peoples through dance, comedy and urban hiphop culture. Supaman spread the good medicine of resiliency, love, laughter and inclusion during EKU’s Chautauqua Lecture Series event for Native American Heritage Month in November.

The Dr. Bruce MacLaren Chautauqua Lecture Series explores the interdisciplinary theme of “Inter/Action(s)” with guest speakers hosted throughout the academic year.

Born in Seattle, Washington, and growing up in Crow Agency, Montana, Supaman faced several challenges as his parents struggled with sobriety. At a young age, Supaman witnessed the effects of addiction. Supaman’s goal is to create “good medicine,” which he says is music that is good for the soul and can serve as a remedy for healing.

“It’s really powerful,” said EKU senior broadcasting and electronic media major Joseph Becher. “It’s nice to see people that have been on the dark side of that and come back and have a positive influence on people around them.”

All Chautauqua Lectures are free and open to the public. For more information, visit chautauqua.eku.edu.

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