Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Anthony Hatch, "Silent Cells: The Secret Drugging of Captive America" (U Minnesota Press, 2019)
Anthony Hatch, "Silent Cells: The Secret Drugging of Captive America" (U Minnesota Press, 2019)
Anthony Hatch, "Silent Cells: The Secret Drugging of Captive America" (U Minnesota Press, 2019)
Thursday 28th April 2022
Professor Anthony Hatch discusses the use of psychotropics in prisons, exploring their impact on mass incarceration and institutional control.
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Get the buttons here!Silent Cells: Unmasking the Dark Side of Psychotropic Drug Use in Prisons
The use of psychotropics in the way that you're showing is not exclusive to what are conventionally understood as carceral settings or prisons.
Ever wondered about the hidden dynamics of the US prison system? In this episode, Professor Anthony Hatch reveals a chilling aspect of mass incarceration that often goes unnoticed: the pervasive use of psychotropic drugs. These aren't just for medical care but are used to control the behavior of incarcerated individuals. This episode dives into how these drugs blur the lines between proper medical treatment and institutional control, making it difficult to distinguish between care and coercion.
Professor Hatch brings his expertise in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) and sociology to the table, arguing that this drugging amounts to 'soul murder' with far-reaching systemic implications. It's a thought-provoking exploration of how psychotropics are used not just in prisons but also in other state-backed settings like the military and foster care. You'll hear about the concept of 'bare life' and its relevance to these practices, along with insights into Michel Foucault's philosophy on the government of health.
This episode isn't just for academics; it's for anyone interested in understanding the complex, often hidden mechanisms that sustain mass incarceration. If you're curious about the profit-driven motives behind these practices or how they disproportionately affect Black and Brown communities, this episode is a must-listen. Professor Hatch's work offers a liberatory social science perspective that challenges us to rethink what we know about justice and health in America.