A wildly original new series is bringing Cree language learning to television in a way audiences have never seen before. wâposo-mîcimâpoy (Rabbit Soup) is an outrageous comedy disguised as a retro community TV show from another timeline — blending laughter, language and culture in one unforgettable experience.
Inspired by low-budget 80s access TV, social media, sketch culture and Indigenous humour, the show follows Cree language learner and radio host Davey Gott and his mom Melva as they guide viewers through themed adventures — all from their rez-couch studio. With cheesy video effects, over-the-top costumes and a giant video wall, the duo embarks on “virtual” journeys that make learning Cree feel natural, accessible and fun.
The show bridges traditional ways of speaking Cree with a modern spin that makes the language accessible and relevant to the next generation of speakers. The result is a genre-bending series that blends comedy and language learning in a way that invites laughter, connection and cultural pride across generations.
“The Cree language is alive when you speak it and when you interact with it,” says Davey Gott, co-host of wâposo-mîcimâpoy. “You can only learn so much from books and dictionaries, and we learned that the best way to learn and teach it is to do it the way you would at home, with your relatives.”
“The language is how we honour our ancestors, empower our youth, and protect the future. It’s about saving who we are,” says Melva Gott, co-host of wâposo-mîcimâpoy. “Speaking the language is more than preserving it, it’s bringing it to life and by doing so, we bring ourselves back to life.”
Winnipeg film company Ice River Films shot the 13-episode series in a downtown Winnipeg studio and in Chemawawin, where Melva still resides and Davey grew up. Working with the duo brought a dynamic, playful energy to the production, with Davey and Melva’s personalities helping shape the series’ tone.
“We had a wild first meeting with Davey where he showed up in public in a full vampire costume and really set the tone for where the show was going,” says Producer Andrew Wiens. “It instantly became clear that we wanted to create a show capturing his magnetic personality. It turns out his mom, Melva, is just as charismatic, and together they have incredible chemistry. So, we set them loose to teach some Cree and make people laugh.”
“The show is all about being silly and having fun. It doesn’t feel educational, and that’s what makes it work,” says Producer Sam Karney. “We believe people retain more of what they’re taught if they’re having a blast, and Davey and Melva are knocking it out of the park. You learn the language without even realizing it.”
“Using their traditional language, Davey and Melva are able to bring their unique brand of humour to the world through a unique lens – a Cree lens,” says Producer Jeff Newman. This show is the first of its kind, and there’s nothing else like it. It’s a joy to be a part of it.”
The 13-week series wâposo-mîcimâpoy airs Mondays on APTN Languages starting May 4 and will be available for same-day streaming on APTN+ and the APTN YouTube channel. The second season has been greenlit, with production starting mid-May.
The world premiere screening takes place at The Park Theatre on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the screening at 7:30 p.m. A Q&A with Davey and Melva Gott follows the screening, moderated by David McLeod, CEO of Native Communications Inc. Free tickets are available through The Park Theatre.
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