Jana Pruden

Sage Morin, known as The Matriarch, is an Indigenous professional wrestler turned advocate for healing through wrestling after the tragic loss of her son, Gio. Joined by Jana Pruden, a feature writer who chronicles her journey, they discuss the profound connection between wrestling and grief. Sage shares how she channels her trauma into her wrestling persona, aiming to inspire Indigenous youth. They also explore themes of cultural identity, community support, and the emotional resilience found within the wrestling ring.

Jana Pruden, a feature writer for the Globe and Mail, dives into the thrilling world of women's rodeo, focusing on breakaway roping. She shares insights from her coverage of the 50th Canadian Finals Rodeo, the second-ever women's event at this prestigious competition. Hear about the historical challenges women faced in rodeo and their ongoing fight for equality. Jana highlights the skill and camaraderie among female ropers, showcasing how they're reshaping the culture of Canadian rodeo and earning their rightful place alongside cowboys.

Jana Pruden is a feature writer at The Globe and Mail and host of "In Her Defence," delving into the unsolved murder of Amber Tuccaro. She discusses the haunting audio recording from Amber's last moments and the shift from print to audio storytelling in true crime. Jana emphasizes the ethical dilemmas journalists face while respectfully representing Indigenous stories. She intertwines Amber's narrative with wider issues of colonialism, advocating for justice and highlighting the importance of decolonial storytelling in true crime.