Freedom Writers Podcast

By: Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers
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  • Cheering for Change with Chirece Noonan

    Cheering for Change with Chirece Noonan
    Jan 12 2025
    In this episode of the Freedom Writers Podcast, Erin Gruwell sits down with original Freedom Writer Chirece Noonan to explore her journey from maintaining a perfect facade to embracing authentic connection. As a cheerleader who traveled 45 minutes by bus to attend Wilson High School, Chirece shares profound insights about navigating her parents' divorce, finding sanctuary in Room 203, and transforming her cheerleader spirit into a powerful force for positive change. Through her roles as a trainer, mentor, and mother, Chirece demonstrates how vulnerability and self-acceptance can create spaces where others feel empowered to be their true selves.
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    48 mins
  • Blooming Through Adversity with Kanya Sim

    Blooming Through Adversity with Kanya Sim
    Dec 15 2024
    In this episode of the Freedom Writers Podcast, Erin Gruwell sits down with original Freedom Writer Kanya Sim to explore her extraordinary journey from surviving her family's escape from genocide to becoming an advocate for love and resilience. Kanya shares intimate stories about her refugee experience, her role bridging cultures in Long Beach's Cambodian community, and how Buddhist teachings have guided her life. As she now faces stage 4A cancer with remarkable grace, Kanya reflects on the meaning of "soft love," the power of community, and her unwavering belief that hardships only polish us to shine brighter. As Kanya undergoes chemotherapy and radiation treatment, we invite you to join us in supporting her journey: Donate to her GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-kanya-fight-cancer-a-journey-of-strength-hope And a special thank you to the Port of Long Beach for generously sponsoring this episode.
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    48 mins
  • Anchored in Compassion with Donald McFee

    Anchored in Compassion with Donald McFee
    Dec 2 2024
    In this episode of the Freedom Writers Podcast, Erin Gruwell sits down with original Freedom Writer Donald McFee to explore his unique journey navigating cultural identity, family dynamics, and generational transformation. As a light-skinned Latino with a Scottish last name growing up in predominantly Hispanic Wilmington, Donald shares profound insights about overcoming childhood trauma, breaking cycles of violence, and finding his true identity within the Freedom Writers family. Through his work as a fourth-generation longshoreman at the Port of Long Beach, Donald honors his trailblazing mother while carrying forward a legacy of union pride and worker solidarity. We also would like to extend our gratitude to the Port of Long Beach for generously sponsoring this episode.
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    54 mins

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