Confronting Book Bans: Insights from PEN America | Episode 127

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre welcomes Sabrina   Baeta to discuss PEN America's comprehensive report on book bans in public schools for the 2023-2024 school year. They delve into the statistical analysis of banned books, the impact of these bans on children's education and growth, and the moral and ideological underpinnings driving these censorship efforts. The conversation covers the prominence of book bans targeting themes related to race, LGBTQ+ communities, and other sensitive topics. Sabrina shares insights into the national and local efforts to combat these bans, providing listeners with actionable steps to advocate for the freedom to read.

00:00 Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast
00:08 Introduction to Book Bans
00:59 PEN America's Report on Book Bans
03:23 Impact of Book Bans on Different Age Groups
04:58 Themes and Topics in Banned Books
09:00 The Role of Visual Content in Banned Books
13:07 The Influence of Advocacy Groups
17:18 How to Fight Back Against Book Bans
20:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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