Shattered Bonds and Covert Trades: The True Cost of the War on Drugs and Mass Incarceration

01/10/24 • 37 min

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As we unpacked the holiday gifts this season, the reality of a much grimmer exchange haunted us—the trading of lives for profit in the War on Drugs. In our latest episode, Christi Chanelle and Phoebe dive into a narrative that reveals the devastating impact of mass incarceration on poor and minority communities. Together, we scrutinize the hidden agendas that commodify human beings and the insidious manner in which drug offenses serve as fodder for this burgeoning prison industry.
The conversation takes a poignant turn when we reflect on the personal toll of the criminal justice system. Stories of families fractured by prison walls and the societal scar of overcriminalization bring a human face to the statistics. We discuss our own stories, from the growth of Pheobe's son to the daunting future he may face, and how the system's perception of black men necessitates an urgent call for change. In this episode, we don't just highlight the financial complexities of incarceration but demand transparency and data that reveal the true cost of these policies.
As the episode draws to a close, we zero in on the alarming school-to-prison pipeline and the grim reality of cannabis incarceration, bringing forth voices from both educators and advocates striving for a shift in approach. The stories shared paint a vivid picture of a cycle that starts in our schools, where zero-tolerance policies disproportionately push vulnerable students towards a path lined with bars. We're not just discussing the issues; we're igniting a discussion on reform, driven by hope and the unwavering belief in justice for all. Join us in this crucial conversation where we not only shed light on systemic wrongs but also champion the cause for rectifying them.
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01/10/24 • 37 min

Simply Vibin - Shattered Bonds and Covert Trades: The True Cost of the War on Drugs and Mass Incarceration

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You know the war on drugs is basically , it's in the day , it's just a war on on poor people and it's a war on brown people and it Not only , you know , puts them in prison and gets them off the streets and gets them out of you know , the white man's hair . You know they make money off of putting people in prison . So it's like a double-fold incentive to . You know , lock

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