Uncharted with Hannah Fry 19. A Different Kind of Justice
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Sep 9, 2024 Discover how a casual survey from decades ago sheds light on alarming realities within the US justice system. Journey through the struggles of a former Black Panther as he advocates for inmates' rights while unpacking the past of activism and injustice. Explore the socio-economic decline and drug crises in 1980s NYC, revealing the dire effects of the war on drugs. Listen to insights on crime mapping technology that illuminate patterns of incarceration, emphasizing the need for equity and reform in communities affected by mass incarceration.
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Eddie Ellis' Return and Investigation
- After 25 years in prison, Eddie Ellis returns to Harlem.
- He reflects on the cycle of incarceration, having conducted an unprecedented investigation behind bars.
Eric Kedora's Research
- Researcher Eric Kedora seeks alternative approaches to crime and punishment.
- He discovers Eddie Ellis' 1992 interview detailing a prison survey.
Eddie Ellis' Activism and Imprisonment
- Eddie Ellis, a former Black Panther Party communications director, was imprisoned for 25 years.
- He advocated for inmate education while in Greenhaven Correctional Facility.