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Trailer | Hazing

Preview: Season 24 Episode 1 | 30s

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: 06/01/22 | Rating: NR

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• Hazing | George Desdunes

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