https://simplecast.com In Her Defence What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy? The highly-acclaimed true crime podcast series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. This seven-episode season explores the case of Sgt. Robert Semenchuck, a Regina police officer who preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him, and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own? Hosted by award-winning crime reporter Jana G. Pruden, and based on more than 50 hours of exclusive interviews with dozens of women, police officers, lawyers and legal experts, In Her Defence: Breach of Trust reveals serious gaps in the way law enforcement agencies in Canada are policing themselves, and the serious harm women are suffering as a result. Launching September 2026. Follow In Her Defence now, so you don’t miss an episode. 2023 The Globe and Mail en Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:48:53 +0000 https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com In Her Defence https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/e444d721-c791-4fd4-a680-e518582c81a0/fef64934-cf25-4372-a8bb-d17f6203bb17/3000x3000/in_her_defence_breach_of_trust_logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com serial What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy? The highly-acclaimed true crime podcast series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. This seven-episode season explores the case of Sgt. Robert Semenchuck, a Regina police officer who preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him, and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own? Hosted by award-winning crime reporter Jana G. Pruden, and based on more than 50 hours of exclusive interviews with dozens of women, police officers, lawyers and legal experts, In Her Defence: Breach of Trust reveals serious gaps in the way law enforcement agencies in Canada are policing themselves, and the serious harm women are suffering as a result. Launching September 2026. Follow In Her Defence now, so you don’t miss an episode. The Globe and Mail true https://feeds.simplecast.com/rUa_m6ta canadian law, criminal justice, domestic violence, farms, intimate partner violence, law, rural, missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, missing woman, missing person, mmiw, police misconduct, saskatchewan The Globe and Mail kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com 9b040b54-ce0e-4ce1-9832-af100dbd852f Introducing In Her Defence: Breach of Trust What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy?

A Regina police officer preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own?

The acclaimed true crime series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. First episode is out this September.

Follow now, so you don’t miss an episode.

This season’s theme song is Black Horses by BirdBelly. Show art is by Celeste Woods.


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]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-in-her-defence-breach-of-trust-BjZRDdKN-GQ3FWs5_ What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy?

A Regina police officer preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own?

The acclaimed true crime series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. First episode is out this September.

Follow now, so you don’t miss an episode.

This season’s theme song is Black Horses by BirdBelly. Show art is by Celeste Woods.


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]]> Introducing In Her Defence: Breach of Trust The Globe and Mail 00:03:18 What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy? A Regina police officer preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own? The acclaimed true crime series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. First episode is out this September. Follow now, so you don’t miss an episode. This season’s theme song is Black Horses by BirdBelly. Show art is by Celeste Woods. What happens when one of the “good guys” turns out to be a bad guy? A Regina police officer preyed on hundreds of vulnerable women using information from police databases. Some of those women risked it all to expose him and hold him accountable. But would the system punish one of its own? The acclaimed true crime series In Her Defence returns this fall with In Her Defence: Breach of Trust. First episode is out this September. Follow now, so you don’t miss an episode. This season’s theme song is Black Horses by BirdBelly. Show art is by Celeste Woods. canadian true crime, true crime true trailer 3 ccd4a853-b19e-49fa-a09e-880826dff409 The Decibel: How to make a true crime podcast In this bonus episode, we share Jana's interview with The Decibel's Menaka Raman-Wilms. Follow The Decibel for more stories from The Globe and Mail's newsroom, delivered to you every weekday morning.


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]]> Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/the-decibel-how-to-make-a-true-crime-podcast-8QqCcf6D In this bonus episode, we share Jana's interview with The Decibel's Menaka Raman-Wilms. Follow The Decibel for more stories from The Globe and Mail's newsroom, delivered to you every weekday morning.


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]]> The Decibel: How to make a true crime podcast The Globe and Mail 00:23:46 In this bonus episode, we share Jana's interview with The Decibel's Menaka Raman-Wilms. Follow The Decibel for more stories from The Globe and Mail's newsroom, delivered to you every weekday morning. In this bonus episode, we share Jana's interview with The Decibel's Menaka Raman-Wilms. Follow The Decibel for more stories from The Globe and Mail's newsroom, delivered to you every weekday morning. interview, alberta, mmiw, missing and murdered, true crime, canada true bonus 2 1e3c6738-1194-4475-bd5a-73ef18a4b094 Persevere, keep trying, don’t give up / âhkamêyimok What was Amber doing when she disappeared? Police provide some new information about the rest of the phone call, and their investigation. Amber’s mother faces a serious new threat, but vows to keep fighting.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca.

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/ep6-h5NiEY_u What was Amber doing when she disappeared? Police provide some new information about the rest of the phone call, and their investigation. Amber’s mother faces a serious new threat, but vows to keep fighting.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca.

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Persevere, keep trying, don’t give up / âhkamêyimok The Globe and Mail 00:39:40 What was Amber doing when she disappeared? Police provide some new information about the rest of the phone call, and their investigation. Amber’s mother faces a serious new threat, but vows to keep fighting. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca. In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. What was Amber doing when she disappeared? Police provide some new information about the rest of the phone call, and their investigation. Amber’s mother faces a serious new threat, but vows to keep fighting. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca. In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. crime, alberta, mmiw, missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, amber tuccaro, edmonton, missing and murdered, true crime true full 6 2 9b430941-66fd-4355-a268-456e135d067a The Voice / ni nisitawinawâw The release of the voice brings out a flood of tips and suspects. Experts study the tape for clues about the voice, while police come to realize the recording doesn’t have the investigative value they once hoped. Amber’s biological brother says he knows who killed Amber.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/the-voice-ni-nisitawinawaw-iZ3SH5iF The release of the voice brings out a flood of tips and suspects. Experts study the tape for clues about the voice, while police come to realize the recording doesn’t have the investigative value they once hoped. Amber’s biological brother says he knows who killed Amber.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> The Voice / ni nisitawinawâw The Globe and Mail 00:32:47 The release of the voice brings out a flood of tips and suspects. Experts study the tape for clues about the voice, while police come to realize the recording doesn’t have the investigative value they once hoped. Amber’s biological brother says he knows who killed Amber. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. The release of the voice brings out a flood of tips and suspects. Experts study the tape for clues about the voice, while police come to realize the recording doesn’t have the investigative value they once hoped. Amber’s biological brother says he knows who killed Amber. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. alberta, mmiw, missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, edmonton, forensics, missing and murdered, true crime, forensic audiology true full 5 2 57f7a89c-bc51-481a-b4a1-bb086612c425 Blatant Failures / mâmâsîs ê-tôtahkik A notorious serial killer prompts a broad reckoning around the murder of Indigenous women and girls in Canada. Amber’s family files an official complaint around how her missing persons investigation was handled, and a review of the case forces a public apology — with an unexpected twist. Questions persist about Evangeline, the last person known to have seen Amber alive.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca.

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/blatant-failures-mamasis-e-totahkik-2P22pmop A notorious serial killer prompts a broad reckoning around the murder of Indigenous women and girls in Canada. Amber’s family files an official complaint around how her missing persons investigation was handled, and a review of the case forces a public apology — with an unexpected twist. Questions persist about Evangeline, the last person known to have seen Amber alive.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca.

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Blatant Failures / mâmâsîs ê-tôtahkik The Globe and Mail 00:29:55 A notorious serial killer prompts a broad reckoning around the murder of Indigenous women and girls in Canada. Amber’s family files an official complaint around how her missing persons investigation was handled, and a review of the case forces a public apology — with an unexpected twist. Questions persist about Evangeline, the last person known to have seen Amber alive. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca. In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. A notorious serial killer prompts a broad reckoning around the murder of Indigenous women and girls in Canada. Amber’s family files an official complaint around how her missing persons investigation was handled, and a review of the case forces a public apology — with an unexpected twist. Questions persist about Evangeline, the last person known to have seen Amber alive. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca. In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. crime, missing woman, murder, alberta, mmiw, rcmp, missing and murdered, true crime, missing person, canada true full 4 2 fa7867e7-ba35-47ac-b080-22970237e48d What the trees know / kîkwây mîtosak ê-kiskêyihtahkik Police decide to release the tape to the public, hoping someone will recognize the voice of the man who was with Amber when she disappeared. Amber’s remains are found in a field outside the city, close to where four other women have been found, raising the spectre of a serial killer. A raven visits.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Mon, 7 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/what-the-trees-know-kikway-mitosak-e-kiskeyihtahkik-MfNsuuXS Police decide to release the tape to the public, hoping someone will recognize the voice of the man who was with Amber when she disappeared. Amber’s remains are found in a field outside the city, close to where four other women have been found, raising the spectre of a serial killer. A raven visits.

Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> What the trees know / kîkwây mîtosak ê-kiskêyihtahkik The Globe and Mail 00:33:51 Police decide to release the tape to the public, hoping someone will recognize the voice of the man who was with Amber when she disappeared. Amber’s remains are found in a field outside the city, close to where four other women have been found, raising the spectre of a serial killer. A raven visits. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. Police decide to release the tape to the public, hoping someone will recognize the voice of the man who was with Amber when she disappeared. Amber’s remains are found in a field outside the city, close to where four other women have been found, raising the spectre of a serial killer. A raven visits. Email the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01 Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. true full 3 2 0da4967d-bd14-43c4-ba65-10a4320a5e75 Home / wîkihk Amber’s cousin gives us a tour of Fort Chipewyan, the northern Alberta community where Amber was raised. We learn about Amber’s life before she disappeared, and about the threats that were facing Indigenous women in Edmonton. The police investigation changes significantly after the discovery of a recorded phone call that seems to record the final moments of Amber’s life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer.

E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:05:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/home-wikihk-HJBk6SqX Amber’s cousin gives us a tour of Fort Chipewyan, the northern Alberta community where Amber was raised. We learn about Amber’s life before she disappeared, and about the threats that were facing Indigenous women in Edmonton. The police investigation changes significantly after the discovery of a recorded phone call that seems to record the final moments of Amber’s life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer.

E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Home / wîkihk The Globe and Mail 00:32:28 Amber’s cousin gives us a tour of Fort Chipewyan, the northern Alberta community where Amber was raised. We learn about Amber’s life before she disappeared, and about the threats that were facing Indigenous women in Edmonton. The police investigation changes significantly after the discovery of a recorded phone call that seems to record the final moments of Amber’s life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer. E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. Amber’s cousin gives us a tour of Fort Chipewyan, the northern Alberta community where Amber was raised. We learn about Amber’s life before she disappeared, and about the threats that were facing Indigenous women in Edmonton. The police investigation changes significantly after the discovery of a recorded phone call that seems to record the final moments of Amber’s life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer. E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. true full 2 2 e94856e7-9cbd-456b-8bba-3d61559c4977 Missing / ê-wanihiht Amber Tuccaro flies south to Edmonton with her baby and a new friend, and vanishes. Amber’s family doesn’t trust the police investigation, and her relatives and friends do everything they can to find her and bring attention to her case. Police find a stunning piece of evidence.

E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

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]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/missing-e-wanihiht-Y6JYvs0F Amber Tuccaro flies south to Edmonton with her baby and a new friend, and vanishes. Amber’s family doesn’t trust the police investigation, and her relatives and friends do everything they can to find her and bring attention to her case. Police find a stunning piece of evidence.

E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com

Learn more about this podcast at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence/#01

Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder.

Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca

In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House.


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]]> Missing / ê-wanihiht The Globe and Mail 00:33:50 Amber Tuccaro flies south to Edmonton with her baby and a new friend, and vanishes. Amber’s family doesn’t trust the police investigation, and her relatives and friends do everything they can to find her and bring attention to her case. Police find a stunning piece of evidence. E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. Amber Tuccaro flies south to Edmonton with her baby and a new friend, and vanishes. Amber’s family doesn’t trust the police investigation, and her relatives and friends do everything they can to find her and bring attention to her case. Police find a stunning piece of evidence. E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com Learn more about this podcast at www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/inherdefence Our cover art is a painting of Amber by Lauren Crazybull. Our theme song is No Surrender by Ms.PAN!K. Episode titles were translated into Plains Cree by Dorothy Thunder. Individuals affected by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. Support for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is also available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society at irsss.ca In Her Defence: 50th Street is recorded at Gabby Road Studio on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, also known as amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, or Beaver Hills House. true full 1 2 ad541789-5870-4236-a8d0-e4ef3c8028b5 Introducing In Her Defence: 50th Street Do you recognize this man’s voice?

Coming this fall, In Her Defence: 50th Street investigates the unsolved murder of Amber Tuccaro, who disappeared from the Edmonton area in 2010. Amber left an important clue: A haunting recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer.

Do you have information about Amber’s murder? Contact reporter Jana Pruden at jpruden@globeandmail.com or by phone/ text at 780-265-5262

The portrait of Amber is by Lauren Crazybull. The show’s theme song is “No Surrender” by Ms.PAN!K

Resources for people affected

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society www.irsss.ca.

The Indian Residential School Survivors Society also offers 24-hour support through the Lamathut crisis line toll-free at 1-800-721-0066.

The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can also contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.

Learn more

National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation

Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action

Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls


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]]> Mon, 6 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-in-her-defence-50th-street-JRregm5Y Do you recognize this man’s voice?

Coming this fall, In Her Defence: 50th Street investigates the unsolved murder of Amber Tuccaro, who disappeared from the Edmonton area in 2010. Amber left an important clue: A haunting recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer.

Do you have information about Amber’s murder? Contact reporter Jana Pruden at jpruden@globeandmail.com or by phone/ text at 780-265-5262

The portrait of Amber is by Lauren Crazybull. The show’s theme song is “No Surrender” by Ms.PAN!K

Resources for people affected

Support for families impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is available through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society www.irsss.ca.

The Indian Residential School Survivors Society also offers 24-hour support through the Lamathut crisis line toll-free at 1-800-721-0066.

The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls can contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can also contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.

Learn more

National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation

Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action

Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls


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]]> Introducing In Her Defence: 50th Street The Globe and Mail 00:03:03 Do you recognize this man’s voice? Coming this fall, In Her Defence: 50th Street investigates the unsolved murder of Amber Tuccaro, who disappeared from the Edmonton area in 2010. Amber left an important clue: A haunting recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer. Do you have information about Amber’s murder? Contact reporter Jana Pruden at jpruden@globeandmail.com or by phone/ text at 780-265-5262 The portrait of Amber is by Lauren Crazybull. The show’s theme song is “No Surrender” by Ms.PAN!K Do you recognize this man’s voice? Coming this fall, In Her Defence: 50th Street investigates the unsolved murder of Amber Tuccaro, who disappeared from the Edmonton area in 2010. Amber left an important clue: A haunting recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life – and the voice of the man who may be her killer. Do you have information about Amber’s murder? Contact reporter Jana Pruden at jpruden@globeandmail.com or by phone/ text at 780-265-5262 The portrait of Amber is by Lauren Crazybull. The show’s theme song is “No Surrender” by Ms.PAN!K alberta, true crime, canada true trailer 2 56b6c878-fd4a-4925-9baa-a0486896dff2 Crime Story: An in-depth interview with Jana Pruden In this special bonus episode, our host Jana Pruden sits down with Crime Story’s Kathleen Goldhar to discuss the question, “How should we deal with women who kill their abusers?” 

You can listen to more incredible tales of true crime every week on Crime Story. Find them in your podcast app, or here: https://link.chtbl.com/DreYfAFB

Plus, details of In Her Defence season 2 are coming soon!


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]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:45:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/crime-story-an-in-depth-interview-with-jana-pruden-ipeSbAF1 In this special bonus episode, our host Jana Pruden sits down with Crime Story’s Kathleen Goldhar to discuss the question, “How should we deal with women who kill their abusers?” 

You can listen to more incredible tales of true crime every week on Crime Story. Find them in your podcast app, or here: https://link.chtbl.com/DreYfAFB

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]]> Crime Story: An in-depth interview with Jana Pruden The Globe and Mail 00:46:38 In this special bonus episode, our host Jana Pruden sits down with Crime Story’s Kathleen Goldhar to discuss the question, “How should we deal with women who kill their abusers?” You can listen to more incredible tales of true crime every week on Crime Story. Find them in your podcast app, or here: https://link.chtbl.com/DreYfAFB Plus, details of In Her Defence season 2 are coming soon! In this special bonus episode, our host Jana Pruden sits down with Crime Story’s Kathleen Goldhar to discuss the question, “How should we deal with women who kill their abusers?” You can listen to more incredible tales of true crime every week on Crime Story. Find them in your podcast app, or here: https://link.chtbl.com/DreYfAFB Plus, details of In Her Defence season 2 are coming soon! interview, globe and mail, behind the scenes, kathleen goldhar, in her defence, helen naslund, jana pruden, true crime, in her defense, crime story true bonus 1 6307e7db-e696-4baa-bfc1-a9e3ced7ba63 Episode 8: Freedom Did Helen really kill Miles? A burning question remains. As Helen works toward release from prison, we think about what made Miles who he was, and consider the legacy of his violence.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-8-freedom-lqODIZ_0 Did Helen really kill Miles? A burning question remains. As Helen works toward release from prison, we think about what made Miles who he was, and consider the legacy of his violence.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Episode 8: Freedom The Globe and Mail 00:36:43 Did Helen really kill Miles? A burning question remains. As Helen works toward release from prison, we think about what made Miles who he was, and consider the legacy of his violence. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal Did Helen really kill Miles? A burning question remains. As Helen works toward release from prison, we think about what made Miles who he was, and consider the legacy of his violence. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal crime, murder, alberta, helen naslund, jana pruden, intimate partner violence, true crime, canada, domestic violence true full 8 1 d20e8738-5021-43b2-85c2-86171fb88801 Episode 7: Seemed Like a Loser Appealing a plea deal is a long-shot, but defence lawyer Mona Duckett wants to take it on. The Crown says justice has been served. The Court of Appeal considers Helen’s future.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-7-seemed-like-a-loser-5QJf7cEl Appealing a plea deal is a long-shot, but defence lawyer Mona Duckett wants to take it on. The Crown says justice has been served. The Court of Appeal considers Helen’s future.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Episode 7: Seemed Like a Loser The Globe and Mail 00:30:15 Appealing a plea deal is a long-shot, but defence lawyer Mona Duckett wants to take it on. The Crown says justice has been served. The Court of Appeal considers Helen’s future. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal Appealing a plea deal is a long-shot, but defence lawyer Mona Duckett wants to take it on. The Crown says justice has been served. The Court of Appeal considers Helen’s future. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal murder, justice system, alberta, intimate partner violence, defense, self-defence, true crime, law, domestic violence true full 7 1 bec91910-b411-419f-af25-19eeb8dca00f Episode 6: Thanks, Gentlemen Helen is sent to prison for the death of her husband. Around the country, people object to her sentence and the way she’s treated in court. In the isolation of prison, Helen wonders whether she’s done something wrong by accepting the deal, and has to consider what to do next.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Tue, 7 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-6-thanks-gentlemen-Hnzxwkbu Helen is sent to prison for the death of her husband. Around the country, people object to her sentence and the way she’s treated in court. In the isolation of prison, Helen wonders whether she’s done something wrong by accepting the deal, and has to consider what to do next.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Episode 6: Thanks, Gentlemen The Globe and Mail 00:31:10 Helen is sent to prison for the death of her husband. Around the country, people object to her sentence and the way she’s treated in court. In the isolation of prison, Helen wonders whether she’s done something wrong by accepting the deal, and has to consider what to do next. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence Email the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal Helen is sent to prison for the death of her husband. Around the country, people object to her sentence and the way she’s treated in court. In the isolation of prison, Helen wonders whether she’s done something wrong by accepting the deal, and has to consider what to do next. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence Email the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal alberta, helen naslund, justice, jana pruden, intimate partner violence, true crime, canada, law, domestic violence true full 6 1 492ae3c3-84a4-403a-ad6a-2d72977b9e57 Episode 5: The Battered Woman Defence The 1987 case of Angelique Lavallee provides a roadmap for the “battered woman defence.” Canada’s first female Supreme Court justice, Bertha Wilson, attempts to expose systemic sexism in the justice system. Helen is charged with first-degree murder, and has to decide whether to accept a plea deal or go to trial.

Elizabeth Sheehy’s book is Defending Battered Women on Trial: Lessons from the Transcripts.

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]]> Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-5-the-battered-woman-defence-t_9nN8u5 The 1987 case of Angelique Lavallee provides a roadmap for the “battered woman defence.” Canada’s first female Supreme Court justice, Bertha Wilson, attempts to expose systemic sexism in the justice system. Helen is charged with first-degree murder, and has to decide whether to accept a plea deal or go to trial.

Elizabeth Sheehy’s book is Defending Battered Women on Trial: Lessons from the Transcripts.

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]]> Episode 5: The Battered Woman Defence The Globe and Mail 00:31:36 The 1987 case of Angelique Lavallee provides a roadmap for the “battered woman defence.” Canada’s first female Supreme Court justice, Bertha Wilson, attempts to expose systemic sexism in the justice system. Helen is charged with first-degree murder, and has to decide whether to accept a plea deal or go to trial. Elizabeth Sheehy’s book is Defending Battered Women on Trial: Lessons from the Transcripts. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal The 1987 case of Angelique Lavallee provides a roadmap for the “battered woman defence.” Canada’s first female Supreme Court justice, Bertha Wilson, attempts to expose systemic sexism in the justice system. Helen is charged with first-degree murder, and has to decide whether to accept a plea deal or go to trial. Elizabeth Sheehy’s book is Defending Battered Women on Trial: Lessons from the Transcripts. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal murder, globe and mail, alberta, legal history, jana pruden, domestic abuse, intimate partner violence, self defense, true crime, self defence, legal, in her defense, canada, domestic violence true full 5 1 9298e897-6c15-4485-b69e-0a35bf479b2f Episode 4: Responsibility Pie Helen is interrogated by police officers who say they understand the abuse she’d been living with, and know that something had to happen for her to get free. Someone she loves has betrayed her. Her life – and the lives of her sons – are all on the line.

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]]> Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-responsibility-pie-N0US0jbM Helen is interrogated by police officers who say they understand the abuse she’d been living with, and know that something had to happen for her to get free. Someone she loves has betrayed her. Her life – and the lives of her sons – are all on the line.

Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant.

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]]> Episode 4: Responsibility Pie The Globe and Mail 00:37:42 Helen is interrogated by police officers who say they understand the abuse she’d been living with, and know that something had to happen for her to get free. Someone she loves has betrayed her. Her life – and the lives of her sons – are all on the line. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal Helen is interrogated by police officers who say they understand the abuse she’d been living with, and know that something had to happen for her to get free. Someone she loves has betrayed her. Her life – and the lives of her sons – are all on the line. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal alberta, helen naslund, jana pruden, intimate partner violence, true crime, canada, domestic violence, homicide true full 4 1 51c7bf54-8dee-40c5-9ae2-a48283371bf9 Episode 3: All Hell Breaks Loose Wes Naslund talks about growing up with his father. Miles Naslund is reported missing, but no one seems to care he’s gone. Helen and her family live with a haunting secret. One day in 2017, almost exactly six years after Miles was reported missing, two men show up at Helen’s work.

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]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-3-all-hell-breaks-loose-SvUDmAUc Wes Naslund talks about growing up with his father. Miles Naslund is reported missing, but no one seems to care he’s gone. Helen and her family live with a haunting secret. One day in 2017, almost exactly six years after Miles was reported missing, two men show up at Helen’s work.

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]]> Episode 3: All Hell Breaks Loose The Globe and Mail 00:31:57 Wes Naslund talks about growing up with his father. Miles Naslund is reported missing, but no one seems to care he’s gone. Helen and her family live with a haunting secret. One day in 2017, almost exactly six years after Miles was reported missing, two men show up at Helen’s work. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence Email the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal Wes Naslund talks about growing up with his father. Miles Naslund is reported missing, but no one seems to care he’s gone. Helen and her family live with a haunting secret. One day in 2017, almost exactly six years after Miles was reported missing, two men show up at Helen’s work. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence Email the reporter at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal crime, prairies, alberta, intimate partner violence, true crime, canada, domestic violence, homicide true full 3 1 ec528fd0-fdb0-4730-ad30-3f68a1fb6d63 Episode 2: Helen in Hell Helen Naslund speaks from prison for the first time. Helen describes how she met and married Miles, and the only time she tried to leave. Early one morning in September 2011, two gunshots crack through the house.

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]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:05:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/helen-in-hell-AR_jB_F7 Helen Naslund speaks from prison for the first time. Helen describes how she met and married Miles, and the only time she tried to leave. Early one morning in September 2011, two gunshots crack through the house.

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]]> Episode 2: Helen in Hell The Globe and Mail 00:41:43 Helen Naslund speaks from prison for the first time. Helen describes how she met and married Miles, and the only time she tried to leave. Early one morning in September 2011, two gunshots crack through the house. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant. Helen Naslund speaks from prison for the first time. Helen describes how she met and married Miles, and the only time she tried to leave. Early one morning in September 2011, two gunshots crack through the house. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant. canadian true crime, globe and mail, alberta, justice, true crime, canada true full 2 1 f78c97db-6fae-4fcd-8e8b-592d11b10275 Episode 1: The Ticking Time Bomb Wes Naslund gets a phone call from his brothers at the farm. Friends and family describe the domestic abuse they suspect was going on in the Naslund house. A fight at the bar leaves Miles seriously injured, and things at the farm reach a breaking point.

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]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ticking-time-bomb-AEdlfNBH Wes Naslund gets a phone call from his brothers at the farm. Friends and family describe the domestic abuse they suspect was going on in the Naslund house. A fight at the bar leaves Miles seriously injured, and things at the farm reach a breaking point.

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]]> Episode 1: The Ticking Time Bomb The Globe and Mail 00:34:17 Wes Naslund gets a phone call from his brothers at the farm. Friends and family describe the domestic abuse they suspect was going on in the Naslund house. A fight at the bar leaves Miles seriously injured, and things at the farm reach a breaking point. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant. Wes Naslund gets a phone call from his brothers at the farm. Friends and family describe the domestic abuse they suspect was going on in the Naslund house. A fight at the bar leaves Miles seriously injured, and things at the farm reach a breaking point. Learn more about this podcast and domestic violence in Canada, or sign up for our newsletter at tgam.ca/inherdefence E-mail the reporter, Jana Pruden, at jpruden@globeandmail.com If you’re experiencing domestic violence and want to talk to someone, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca New subscribers to The Globe and Mail get a deal at globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. Our theme song is The Fighter, by Jenn Grant. the globe and mail, canadian true crime, globe and mail, intimate partner violence, true crime, canada, domestic violence true full 1 1 99356835-4efd-4748-96b4-c7c0a416c48e Introducing: In Her Defence The first two episodes of In Her Defence will be released on October 10th. Follow now so you don’t miss a new episode.

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]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:52:02 +0000 kmychajlowycz@globeandmail.com (The Globe and Mail) https://in-her-defence.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-in-her-defence-cbvAeoQI The first two episodes of In Her Defence will be released on October 10th. Follow now so you don’t miss a new episode.

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]]> Introducing: In Her Defence The Globe and Mail 00:02:47 The first two episodes of In Her Defence will be released on October 10th. Follow now so you don’t miss a new episode. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca. Support journalism like this by subscribing to The Globe and Mail. Our listeners get a special discount on new subscriptions at www.globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. The first two episodes of In Her Defence will be released on October 10th. Follow now so you don’t miss a new episode. Theme song, “The Fighter,” by Jenn Grant. If you’re experiencing intimate partner violence, you can find resources and your nearest shelter at sheltersafe.ca. Support journalism like this by subscribing to The Globe and Mail. Our listeners get a special discount on new subscriptions at www.globeandmail.com/podcastdeal. murder, canadian true crime, justice, intimate partner violence, true crime, law, domestic violence true trailer 1