NATIVE The Prodigies of an Icon | American Bison

Native: The Prodigies of an Icon is a series of documentary movies exploring the American bison not as myth or mascot, but as a living, working keystone of North America’s landscapes, cultures, and food systems.
This channel serves as the companion hub to the series—offering behind-the-scenes access, extended conversations, field footage, and original bison-focused storytelling that deepens the world of Native.
Here you’ll find:
Behind-the-scenes footage from filming across North America
Interviews and conversations with ranchers, tribal buffalo programs, conservationists, and scientists
Field notes, production insights, and untold stories from the road
Bison history, ecology, and modern stewardship content
Updates and context surrounding the ongoing documentary series
The full documentary films are not hosted on this channel. This space exists to expand the story—connecting viewers to the people, places, and ideas that shape the future of the American bison.
Shauna and Charlie Rankin