Johnnie Jae

Johnnie Jae

Affectionately known as the Brown Ball of Fury, Johnnie Jae (Otoe-Missouria and Choctaw) is a writer, speaker, and founder of the late A Tribe Called Geek, a platform celebrating Indigenous creativity, pop culture, and resilience. Known for her work in journalism, mental health advocacy, and digital activism, she is dedicated to amplifying Native voices through storytelling, media, and art.

Spirit Talkers – NDN Time Holiday Special

It wouldn’t be a holiday special episode if it wasnt on NDN time. we recorded this way back in december. a lot had to be cut out because the audio was all really bad. here’s what has been fixed. so enjoy.
January 20, 2025
1 min read

Talking in the Footsteps of Our Ancestors

In this first episode of our series, host Johnnie Jae talks with the co-directors of the Walking in the Footsteps of our Ancestors: Re-indigenizing Southeast Nebraska project, Christina Goodson and Margaret Jacobs, about how the project started and its overall goals to
December 4, 2024
1 min read

Narbona on Culture, Music, and the Future

In 2017, a powerful musical force emerged from the Navajo Nation, captivating audiences with raw energy and profound talent. Narbona, a metal band comprising Stewart Billie on drums, Lestat StandingBear on lead guitar and vocals, and Unity Billie on bass guitar and
June 24, 2023
4 mins read
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