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Hazing

Season 24 Episode 1 | 1h 43m 28s | WETA Passport

Hazing is a widespread, far-reaching practice fueled by tradition, secrecy, groupthink, power, and the desire to belong in fraternities and sororities on college campuses across the U.S. Filmmaker Byron Hurt embarks on a deeply personal journey to understand the underground rituals of hazing, revealing the abuse and the lengths college students will go to fit in.

Aired: 09/12/22 | Expires: 09/12/25 | Rating: NR

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Extras From This Episode

• Hazing | George Desdunes

  Clip: S24 Ep1 | 8m 5s

• Hazing | Ryan Abele

  Clip: S24 Ep1 | 7m 18s

• Trailer | Hazing

  Preview: S24 Ep1 | 30s

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