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The Islands That Govern Themselves — Nele Iguaibilo on San Blas

In the first episode of Off the Map, Keith sits down with Nele Iguaibilo, a woman from the Guna people of Panama's San Blas Islands — one of the few indigenous nations in the world that governs itself completely.Nele shares what life is like on these 365 remote Caribbean islands: the matrilineal traditions that shape Guna society, the intricate mola textile art passed down through generations, the coconut-based economy, and the urgent threat of rising sea levels that may force her people to relocate within decades.This is travel beyond the guidebook — a story of autonomy, resilience, and a culture fighting to survive.Topics covered:Guna Yala's political autonomy and self-governanceMatrilineal society and women's rolesMola art: meaning, technique, and cultural significanceTraditional cuisine and the coconut economyClimate change and the fight to preserve the islands