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Podcast: City Cast Chicago
Episode: Northwestern Hazing Scandal, West Side Flooding, and a $50 Lego Burger?
Description: An investigation into Northwestern’s football program revealed a history of hazing, including alleged coerced sexual acts, and allegations of racism. Longtime football head coach Pat Fitzgerald has been fired, and a planned $800 million dollar stadium renovation faces even more scrutiny. WCIU TV host Brandon Pope catches us up on the fallout and efforts to secure protections for student athletes. We are also joined by Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Mila Koumpilova who is following Chicago’s efforts to support disengaged young people as well as migrant and refugee students. The group also breaks down flooding in Austin, a double dutch fest...