If you want to control the masses, control what they read. After all, books are seeds that germinate new points of view. As a result, the struggle against banning books is contentious and continual. Learn more about banning books in this episode.
In this fascinating episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly complex world of banned books during Banned Books Week. They explore how book challenges actually work, who has the power to remove books from libraries and schools, and reveal some shocking statistics about the thousands of books that have been challenged since 1982. The hosts also examine landmark Supreme Court cases, discuss the controversial influence of Texas textbook committees on national curriculum, and share stories about famous banned authors from Judy Blume to J.K. Rowling.
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