Philosopher and professor Tommie Shelby discusses the feasibility of abolishing prisons for a more just society, exploring historical roots, societal disparities in crime rates, and the debates between reform and abolition. They delve into international examples of humane prison systems and the practical steps needed to reshape American incarceration practices.

Tommie Shelby, Harvard Professor, and Dr. Jack Weinstein discuss prison abolition vs reform, including Angela Davis' perspective, the connection between slavery and prisons, and the ethics of private prisons. They question whether the current penal system is effective and just and explore realistic approaches to a more just system.