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Freedom Writers Podcast

Freedom Writers Podcast

By: Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers
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  • Exceeding Expectations with Sharaud Moore

    Exceeding Expectations with Sharaud Moore
    Dec 17 2025
    In this episode of The Freedom Writers Podcast, Erin Gruwell sits down with original Freedom Writer Sharaud Moore—the student whose experience of bullying in Room 203 ultimately sparked the movement that would become Freedom Writers. Growing up in Long Beach surrounded by gang violence and hampered by the low expectations placed on young African American men, Sharaud learned early how to protect himself and those he loved. In this deeply personal conversation, he reflects on the moments that shaped him, the mentors who stayed, and how those experiences led him to become a devoted father, award-winning educator, and decorated coach. Sharaud’s story is a powerful reminder that mentorship isn’t about saving kids, but about showing up with the consistency they need to exceed the limits the world set for them.
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    1 hr
  • Different by Design with Ian Terrell

    Different by Design with Ian Terrell
    Nov 19 2025
    Different by Design with Ian Terrell by Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers
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    46 mins
  • History, Heritage, and the Heart of a Teacher with Adriana "AD" Flores

    History, Heritage, and the Heart of a Teacher with Adriana "AD" Flores
    Oct 15 2025
    In this episode of The Freedom Writers Podcast, Erin Gruwell sits down with original Freedom Writer Adriana “AD” Flores, a 20-year veteran educator who has dedicated her career to teaching History, Latino Studies, and Ethnic Studies in Long Beach, California. The daughter of immigrant parents from Zacatecas, Mexico, AD reflects on her childhood experiences navigating integrated schools, the lessons she learned from her parents’ resilience, and the power of seeing yourself reflected in history. Through her work, she’s helping a new generation of students understand that history is not distant — it’s alive, human, and deeply personal. Together, Erin and AD explore how inclusive education can bridge cultural divides, empower young people, and rewrite the narrative for communities too often left out of the textbook. This inspiring conversation is a celebration of heritage, history, and the transformative power of education.
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    47 mins
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