Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations

About Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations

Dr. Abbie Henson dives into critical conversations with those who have been directly impacted by the criminal justice system- whether through lived experience, research, or both. These conversations get into the weeds on complex justice-related issues and encourage listeners to think critically, challenge existing narratives, and cultivate change through dialogue. Guided by the belief that systemic change stems from individual change and individual change stems from exposure to new ideas and a heightened awareness of self and others, the purpose of this podcast is to ultimately inspire transformation in both the listeners and, ultimately, the criminal legal system.

Publisher

Dr. Abigail Henson

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Nov 2020

Latest episode

9 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Nov 2025

   Pregnancy on Trial: The Criminalization of Reproduction with Lourdes A. Rivera

   Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Lourdes A. Rivera, President of Pregnancy Justice and a leading voice in the fight to ensure that no one loses their rights because of pregnancy. Lourdes has spent over three decades advancing reproductive freedom, gender justice, and human rights through her work in law, philanthropy, and advocacy. Together, we unpack what it means to live in a country where pregnancy itself can lead to punishment, and what that reveals about our broader criminal...

2. 

   24 Aug 2025

   Are We All Falling for 'Copaganda'? with Alec Karakatsanis

   Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Alec Karakatsanis, a trailblazing civil rights lawyer, Founder and Executive Director of Civil Rights Corps, and author of Copaganda: How Police and the Media Manipulate Our News. Together, we pull back the curtain on how everyday headlines shape what we believe about crime, safety, and justice, and how those beliefs serve the powerful and not necessarily the public. We dive into: How to spot propaganda hiding in plain sightReal, non-punitive appr...

3. 

   6 May 2025

   How to Make Heterosexuality Less "Tragic" with Dr. Jane Ward

   Send us a text This episode features Dr. Jane Ward, professor and chair of Feminist Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and author of the recent book, The Tragedy of Heterosexuality. In this conversation, we explore the complexities of heterosexuality, its historical context, and the implications of gender dynamics in relationships. We discuss The evolution of marriage Exploring sexualityThe commodification of relationship adviceHow to be a feministI would love ...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

89 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

37 ratings

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