The Prisoners Are Paying a Cruel Price

For the next few episodes, we’re re-posting some of our favorite recent conversations — alongside episodes from fellow Radiotopia shows that cover the same topic or theme.

Today, a look at two prison uprisings from the summer of 1971. On our show, we talked about Attica and the many false narratives that emerged from that famous riot; and then our friends at Ear Hustle look back at a revolt at San Quentin in August 1971.

To learn more about George Jackson and the events of August 21, 1971, check out the resources listed at the bottom of the episode page: https://www.earhustlesq.com/episodes/2021/9/8/august-21-1971

Thanks to everyone at Ear Hustle for letting us run this episode!

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