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Season 3, Episode 3

Season 3 Episode 3 – Policy Advocacy and the EQUAL Act with Udi Ofer

In this episode of Drugs on the Docket, Udi Ofer—renowned human rights lawyer and founding director of Princeton’s Policy Advocacy Clinic—shares insights on training the next generation of policy advocates and navigating bipartisan criminal justice reform. From the EQUAL Act to sentencing disparities, Ofer joins hosts Hannah Miller and Douglas Berman to provide a compelling look at how policy advocacy can shape the future of criminal justice reform. Ofer is Director of the Policy Advocacy Clinic, James L. Weinberg Visiting Professor, and Lecturer in the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University. Show notes: EQUAL Act, 118th Congress (2023-2024) Princeton Policy Advocacy Clinic Principals of Criminal Justice Reform Recording of event titled, A Shared Vision for the Future of Criminal Justice Policy Policy Brief on EQUAL Act, December 2024, Policy Advocacy Clinic, Princeton School of Public and International Affairs The Atlantic article by Udi Ofer titled, Bipartisan Criminal-Justice Reform is Still Very Much Alive SPIA news item titled, Bipartisan Group Facilitated by Princeton SPIA Issues Criminal Justice Reform Principles Princeton Alumni Weekly article on clinic titled, SPIA Undergraduates Headed to UN in Geneva to Advocate for Change
17/07/2024

Hidden harm: Investigating elder abuse around us

America is aging. How does mistreatment of our oldest members reflect our ageist attitudes? Research indicates how to fight the least-recognized form of abuse. Link to transcript Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter.
18/06/2024

Better Latine education starts with the right books

In America’s schools, Latine children make up nearly a third of students. Are we teaching them in ways that ensure their future, and ours? Latine literature shows a path forward. Link to transcript See our experts' top picks for Latine children's and young adult books. Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter.
21 Jan

Seeking truth in an era of misinformation

Online scams. Influence campaigns. AI: How to be skeptical, but not cynical, about the information you consume. Plus, advice for teachers. Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter. See the transcript. Read educators' tips on teaching students to verify truth.
19/11/2025

Buying a house: American dream or pipedream?

First-time homebuying really is more difficult than it used to be. Experts share advice on how to overcome the hurdles and make buying your home-sweet-home a reality Link to the transcript. Sign up for the Inspire Podcast newsletter. Learn about resources available to first-time homebuyers, veterans and teachers.
16/07/2025

Pride and pedagogy: Reality for LGBTQ+ teachers

Teaching students and experienced educators talk about being queer in a shifting landscape. Read episode transcript. Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter.
23/10/2024

American history: Having another déjà vu moment

Repeating cycles in the United States could serve as lessons for a better future, if we first recognize them. Link to transcript Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter.
24/09/2024

Americans are having fewer babies. Research points to why

Birth rates are declining. Ohio State researchers study possible reasons, economic solutions and discuss the scrutiny of another aspect of reproductive choice Link to transcript Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter.
21/05/2025

She started at a school where no one wanted to work

Education leader Antoinette Miranda built a career of advocacy by making her own challenges, and others’, her personal mission. She’s not about to stop now. Transcript available. Get news and guest insights by subscribing to the Inspire Podcast Newsletter. Read more about the career of Antoinette Miranda.
28 Jan

Episode 205: What women should know about cervical cancer

Cervical cancer rates are rising for some women, but screening and the HPV vaccine can improve patients' outcomes and even prevent new diagnoses.Laura Chambers, DO, shares important info about cervical cancer, including risks and symptoms, and explains how early detection through screening and prevention via vaccination are keys to saving lives, and eventually, eliminating new cases.Watch The James Cancer-Free World Podcast on YouTube: https://go.osu.edu/C27HLearn more about cancer care and research at The Ohio State University: Home: https://cancer.osu.eduBlog: https://cancer.osu.edu/blogNews: https://cancer.osu.edu/news Follow The James on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OSUCCCJamesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/osuccc_james/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-state-university-comprehensive-cancer-center-james-cancer-hospital-&-solove-research-instituteX: https://x.com/OSUCCC_James

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