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Podcast by Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers

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In this powerful episode of the Freedom Writers Podcast, Rarou Kong reflects on family, identity, and the histories we inherit. Through her personal story, Rarou explores the courage it takes to confront the past, preserve the experiences of those wh... more

The latest installment of our “Tea with Ms. G” Livestream Series is now available here on the Freedom Writers Podcast. Listen to a thoughtful Back to School Edition conversation featuring four Freedom Writer Teachers working with students in four dif... more

The latest installment of our “Tea with Ms. G” Livestream Series is now available here on the Freedom Writers Podcast. Listen to a thoughtful and inspiring Pride Edition conversation featuring Freedom Writer Teachers Rachel Workentine, Diana Beltrani... more

What does it take to become the first person in your family to go to college? In this special episode of the Freedom Writers Podcast, scholarship recipients from across the Freedom Writers community share their journeys through higher education. From... more

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Recent Guests

Rarou Kong
Original freedom writer featured in the episode
Freedom Writers
Episode: What We Carry Forward
Loung Ung
Cambodian-American human rights activist and author, archival interview excerpt
Author of First They Killed My Father
Episode: What We Carry Forward
Carl Cohn
Former Long Beach Unified School District Superintendent (archival excerpt)
Long Beach Unified School District
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Back to School Edition featuring Dr. Carl Cohn
Diana Beltrani
Literacy and Social Studies Coordinator, Nassau County
Freedom Writers
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard
Francisco Lopez
Dual language emergent educator, Freedom Writers teacher
Freedom Writers
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard
Rachel Workentine
Social studies teacher from Nebraska, teaching in Alturas, California
Freedom Writers
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard
Bryan Solis
Freedom Writers Chief of Staff
Freedom Writers
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard
Judy Shepard
Advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, founder of the Matthew Shepard Foundation
Matthew Shepard Foundation
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard
Ellen DeGeneres
Actor/Comedian, delivered speech excerpt about Matthew Shepard
Media/Public Figure
Episode: Tea with Ms. G - Pride Edition featuring Judy Shepard

Host

Erin Gruwell
Host of Freedom Writers Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • This podcast feels like home.

    One word: inspiring. Coming from a similar background as many of the freedom writers/individuals, I feel empowered listening to every episode. I’m also a soon-to-be author, and with every episode I’m left with a feeling of wanting to take action with all of my dreams. To Ms. G and all of the freedom writers; thank you for your existence and for coming into in my life ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chyenne R
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Every episode is a gold mine of not only inspiration, but also meaningful classroom content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephanie M D
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    This is an inspiring and engaging podcast, and I highly recommend this podcast for anyone who enjoyed the Freedom Writers book or the Freedom Writers movie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter John from Aus
    Australia6 years ago
  • POWERFUL

    I just watched the movie and now I want to read the book with everything going on now in 2020 this movie has opened my eyes a lot more now. We need more teachers like Ms. G, that actually believes in students and talks relates different things to students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samuel louissaint
    United States6 years ago
  • Inspiring and Encouraging

    It was the Freedom Writer’s Diary that inspired me to get back into urban education and day-to-day teaching five years ago. I took a detour of sorts that I needed that didn’t take me directly into an urbane classroom right away. But, after those five years, I am now working in an inner city middle school classroom. As I searched for podcasts to inspire and encourage, I came across Freedom Writers Foundation here. To hear the stories for the 20 year anniversary encourages me forward to stay in th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JesATeacher
    United States7 years ago

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Content is inspiring and educational for teachers and students alike.
Guest diversity and personal resilience stories resonate deeply.
Emotional and empowering narratives that connect past to present issues.
Polished storytelling with meaningful classroom takeaways.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What We Carry Forward
Q: What would you tell teachers who may not realize what they do and say can stay with the kids they serve?
Understand each student individually, read people, adapt your approach, and never give up on finding the strengths and needs of every student, because education is about meeting them where they are.
What We Carry Forward
Q: Have you had to assume the role of translator for your parents, and how was that experience?
I had to translate, but language barriers made it imperfect; I often translated in broken Cambodian and struggled with English, which mirrored our shared sense of being lost and learning together.
What We Carry Forward
Q: Do you think as a teenager you took for granted the sacrifice your mom made?
Yes, I did not fully appreciate the sacrifices until later in life, though I always tried to help and honor her struggles, recognizing the immense risk and love behind those actions.
Tea with Ms. G - Back to School Edition featuring Dr. Carl Cohn
Q: How do you plan on addressing AI in your curriculum for the upcoming school year?
Start by teaching both the rights and wrongs of AI use, use AI to support reading and language learning, and model critical thinking by comparing multiple sources and verifying with reliable sites.
Tea with Ms. G - Mental Health Edition featuring Patrick Kennedy
Q: How do educators protect their own mental health while supporting distressed students?
The panel stresses the importance of self-care, boundaries, and a clear support network, using the oxygen mask analogy and underscoring that a caregiver must be well before they can help others.

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What is Freedom Writers Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on education, youth resilience, and social equity, featuring conversations with Freedom Writers alumni, educators, scholars, and advocates. Episodes frequently blend personal storytelling with actionable classroom strategies, scholarship journeys, and civil rights history, often highlighting inclusive teaching, mental health, and community empowerment. Notable traits include a strong focus on representation, mentorship, and practical guidance for teachers and families navigating complex social issues. The format tends to be intimate and motivational, with archival segments and guest voices that emphasize impact, advocacy, and real-world outcomes in education.

Potential listeners will likely be educators, students, and ... more

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Recent guests on Freedom Writers Podcast include:

1. Rarou Kong
2. Loung Ung
3. Carl Cohn
4. Diana Beltrani
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6. Rachel Workentine
7. Bryan Solis
8. Judy Shepard

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