Published Apr 4, 2017

Ep. 67: The Hole

Explore the history, motivations, and controversies of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons, featuring insights from criminology expert Keramet Reiter on its harsh realities and the growing demand for reform.

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Origins and Justifications
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Criticism and Reform
02
Solitary Confinement Reality
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Coping Behind Bars
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Designing Solitary Confinement
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Solitary Confinement Insights
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Cost of Isolation
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Solitary Confinement Insights
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Solitary Confinement's Roots
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Ep. 67: The Hole

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Origins and Justifications

Criticism and ReformKeramet Reiter, a criminology professor at UC Irvine, examines the harsh realities of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons. She discusses its psychological impacts, economic burdens, and the growing calls for reform.

Criticism and Reform

Solitary Confinement Reality

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