Dec 09 2023 37 mins
Are you ready to journey into the dark realities of the prison system? With our esteemed guest, Lisa Guenther, we invite you to pull back the curtain on the unsettling practice of solitary confinement. Lisa's profound insights, drawn from rigorous research and the lived experiences of those who have suffered the brutality of isolation, will undoubtedly challenge your perspectives. Prepare to confront the weaponization of race, gender, and the devastating psychological impact of prolonged seclusion within the US prison system.
The second part of our conversation shifts focus to women in solitary confinement. Brace yourself as we share heart-wrenching stories from courageous women who have survived this harrowing reality. We critique the incongruity of punishment versus rehabilitation within the justice system and Lisa bravely shares her personal experience as a previously incarcerated woman. Her inspiring journey of resilience and activism, even within the confines of prison, speaks volumes about the urgent need for systemic change.
In the final segment of this episode, we probe the profound concepts of social death and creative resistance within the prison system. We discuss how incarceration often results in a loss of identity, yet, in the face of such adversity, many prisoners demonstrate remarkable resilience.
The power of language and personal narratives are highlighted as we explore these complex issues. So, come along for a thought-provoking journey into the heart of the prison system. Join us next week as we continue our conversation on revolutionizing international justice systems. Let's learn together, let's grow together, and let's be the catalysts for much-needed change.
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