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.

Dear Son Confronts Silence Between Indigenous Fathers and Sons

Dear Son opened this week at Belvoir St Theatre as part of the 2026 Sydney Festival, bringing Thomas Mayo’s collection of letters between First Nations fathers and sons to the stage with an honesty that feels both overdue and deeply necessary. Adapted
January 11, 2026
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