“Censorship in the Classroom”: A podcast with Katelyn Lindsey

The Magenta Journal original podcast series, “Censorship in the Classroom,” explores the complexities of how censorship is affecting the education in the United States in 2024. Katelyn Lindsey, a journalism major and copy editor of the Magenta Journal, interviews several educators about how they navigate censorship laws in their teaching careers. Each episode of “Censorship in the Classroom” delves into a range of topics, from the frameworks surrounding censorship to the practical implications for educators. Lindsey encourages guests to share their experiences and perspectives openly, providing listeners with valuable insights into the challenges of navigating censorship in the classroom.

EPISODE 1: “Navigating Censorship in High School: A Conversation with Teachers”

In this episode, Lindsey invites her former high school teachers from Mid-East Career and Technology Centers for a reunion. She speaks to Taylor Hites, a social studies, sociology and psychology teacher, and Cam Summers, a digital media instructor. Hites and Summers share experiences in navigating censorship in their various teaching settings and styles. They also share their thoughts on how to handle difficult situations in the classroom and where they think the future of teaching is heading. Lindsey, Hites and Summers reminisce on old memories in this episode of “Censorship in the Classroom.”

Copy Editor Katelyn Lindsey (right) sits down for a interview with Cam Summers (left) and Taylor Hites (middle) / Photo by J.W. Dennison

“Censorship in the Classroom” is a podcast hosted by Katelyn Lindsey and edited by J.W. Dennison.