We know how much our adult selves are shaped by our childhood and in "S2E2: allegedly, the playground is a prison?!" we delve deeper into the early education experience. More specifically, we get into how our current US early education system serves as an indoctrination site for the State and examine the many ways in which it corrodes our connection with the world, ourselves, and each other.

From seemingly innocuous pretzel stick reward systems to Gifted and Talented programs, join us as we discuss all the ways in which the early education system has shaped us to become the ideal American subject.

In true allegedly?! fashion, we conclude by asking the question, “So, what now?” and look to revolutionary educator, Paulo Freire, for ways we can start addressing the long-lasting effects of our early educational experiences and start engaging in a truly liberatory education.

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sources:

Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire (Ch. 2) Audiobook and PDF 

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music credits

“Blossom!” by Tray Haggerty ft. Mayila

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