The Silk Stocking Sisters

Unpacking School Segregation in Rochester, NY – with Justin Murphy
EPISODE 6 • SEASON 1 00:47:56
  • May 07, 2025
  • 09:00 AM
  • Dr. Theresa J. Canada
In this episode, we dive deep into the complex and often overlooked issue of school segregation in Rochester, New York. Our special guest is Justin Murphy, veteran education reporter and author of Your Children Are Very Greatly in Danger: School Segregation in Rochester, New York. With over a decade of experience covering education, Murphy brings powerful insights from years of reporting and research. Together, we explore how educational disparities intersect with systemic inequities in housing, healthcare, criminal justice, and employment. Join us this episode for an educational, honest conversation as we share compelling stories, historical context, and data that reveal how segregation in northern cities like Rochester is perpetuated and why it still matters today.
All audio, artwork, episode descriptions and notes are property of Dr. Theresa J. Canada, for The Silk Stocking Sisters, and published with permission by ALIVE Podcast Network.
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