Solitary Confinement: The Dark Reality of Reform Schools
OCT 23, 202443 MIN
Solitary Confinement: The Dark Reality of Reform Schools
OCT 23, 202443 MIN
Description
<p>Solitary confinement isn't just a punishment; for some, it's a childhood reality. In this episode, author Lisa Moore discusses her powerful collaboration with Jack Whalen on Invisible Prisons, a book that reveals the traumatic experiences of children in reform schools, focusing on Jack's harrowing story of isolation. The conversation explores the systemic issues of child abuse, the deep psychological impact of solitary confinement, and the pivotal role of love and family in healing. Lisa reflects on the transformative power of empathy in storytelling and her personal journey through the writing process.</p><p><br></p><p>Catch the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCstejCbe9-zvG7nXgf-jwbg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">full video version of this episode on YouTube</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Sickboy on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sickboypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sickboypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a> and <a href="https://discord.gg/expeUDN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Discord</a>!</p>
