Paulo Freire
famed Brazilian educator who taught hundreds of illiterate people in Brazil to read in only 45 days and who influenced such scholars as bell hooks and more
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Jul 7, 2023 • 51min
GFADAF EP 13 - Paulo Freire and the Pedagogy of the Oppressed Tap Dancer
Host Tristan Bruns explores the philosophy of Paulo Freire, a Brazilian educator who taught hundreds of illiterate people to read in 45 days. Freire's method of problem-posing education is discussed and its application to tap dance on different scales is explored. The podcast also touches on funding disparities for small dance organizations in Chicago and the controversy surrounding Brian Seabert's book.
Sep 18, 2021 • 17min
Paulo Freire’s centennial: Political pedagogy for revolutionary organizations
Paulo Freire, an influential Brazilian educator and philosopher, discusses the educational aspects of revolution and his classic work, 'Pedagogy of the Oppressed'. The podcast explores how capitalism affects various aspects of life, critiques traditional pedagogy, emphasizes the role of dialogue in fostering critical consciousness, and discusses the importance of valuing the knowledge and potential of the people in revolutionary movements.
