The Assignment with Audie Cornish Meet The Students Challenging Book Bans
Nov 16, 2023
Teen activists Da'Taeveyon Daniels and Eliza Lane discuss fighting book bans in schools. They address the impact of bans on students' access to literature and challenge the idea of protecting innocence. They express frustrations with politics and emphasize the need for unity and bipartisan work. They also highlight the importance of youth advocacy and engaging with youth organizations. The podcast acknowledges the work of CNN correspondent Ellie Reeve and introduces a sponsor related to home security.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Fighting Book Bans: Students as Activists
01:37 • 4min
Protecting Innocence and Misconceptions
05:09 • 11min
Frustrations with Own Political Spectrum and Defeatist Attitude towards Politics
15:59 • 3min
The Need for Unity and Bipartisan Work
18:37 • 2min
Youth Advocacy and the Importance of Listening
20:25 • 10min
Acknowledging the Work of Ellie Reeve and Teen Activists, and Introducing ADT as a Sponsor
30:19 • 2min