Classrooms and Jail Cells

Classrooms and Jail Cells

Listen to uncover the stories discipline tried to silence. This is not just a podcast, it is a full season of raw conversations, lived experiences, and urgent truths released all at once for you to hear, feel, and reflect on. Uriel sits down with current and former students, and professionals in the field to expose how exclusionary discipline practices push countless young people, especially students of color, from classrooms to jail cells. Each episode opens a door: to memory, to policy, to resistance. Through personal narratives and dialogue-driven interviews, you will explore what happens when school systems punish instead of protect, and what it means to rebuild with justice, dignity, and care. All episodes are streaming now. Binge them, share them, let their voices echo.

Episodes

July 27, 2025 56 mins

In this episode, Uriel and principal Molly Hollenbeck discuss the complexities of education policy, particularly focusing on the school-to-prison pipeline. They explore the balance between discipline and compassion, the impact of zero tolerance policies, and the importance of restorative practices in creating a supportive school environment. Molly Hollenbeck shares her experiences navigating the challenges of leading a diverse scho...

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In this conversation, the President of Education Minnesota shares her journey from homeschool liaison to union leader, emphasizing the importance of reimagining discipline policies to support vulnerable students. The discussion covers the intersection of discipline, advocacy, and the school-to-prison pipeline, highlighting the role of unions in promoting equitable practices. The conversation also explores restorative and trauma-inf...

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This episode explores the profound impact of a school suspension on a student's life, highlighting the unfairness of disciplinary actions and the importance of understanding individual stories behind policies. The conversation delves into the student's experiences before and after the suspension, the response from family and school, and the lasting effects on mental health and academic confidence. It emphasizes the need f...

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