From Drug Gangs to Social Justice: Changing the World | Dr. Deborah Burris-Kitchen
05/25/23 • 70 min
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This week, I’m joined by Dr. Deborah Burris-Kitchen, a Professor of Sociology and Criminology with decades of insight into the complex issues plaguing our society. Our conversation dives into her experiences teaching female drug gang members, the deep-rooted problems within the prison system, and the urgent issues of police brutality, mass shootings, systemic racism, and narcissism.
Dr. Burris-Kitchen shares her passion for tackling these challenges head-on and offers her perspective on how we can collectively work toward changing the world. Tune in for an unfiltered, thought-provoking discussion that confronts hard truths and inspires action.
How to contact:
www.deborahburriskitchen.com
SHORT RAGE: Burris-Kitchen, Deborah J., Ph.D.: 9781564744036: Amazon.com: Books
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This week, I’m joined by Dr. Deborah Burris-Kitchen, a Professor of Sociology and Criminology with decades of insight into the complex issues plaguing our society. Our conversation dives into her experiences teaching female drug gang members, the deep-rooted problems within the prison system, and the urgent issues of police brutality, mass shootings, systemic racism, and narcissism.
Dr. Burris-Kitchen shares her passion for tackling these challenges head-on and offers her perspective on how we can collectively work toward changing the world. Tune in for an unfiltered, thought-provoking discussion that confronts hard truths and inspires action.
How to contact:
www.deborahburriskitchen.com
SHORT RAGE: Burris-Kitchen, Deborah J., Ph.D.: 9781564744036: Amazon.com: Books
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https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeconnectionspodcast/
www.tiktok.com/@truecrimeconnections
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