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2017
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In this piece, FSM News Reporter, Rochelle Borden touches on valuable insights about mental health through interviews with mental health professionals and Chicago residents.
Real Chi Youth
Is there an impact on public safety and crime based on the quantity or quality of streetlights?
On October 14, 2017, Free Spirit Media hosted an Open House as part of the Chicago Architecture Foundation's Open House Chicago, drawing over 200 visitors to the historic Nichols Tower. An FSM News crew covered the event.
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Through interviewing Chicago residents and black professionals within the food industry, FSM News Reporter, Yasmeen Scott explores the history of black food and how it's celebrated within the black community of Chicago.
Real Chi Youth
The city of Chicago is in the middle of a water crisis, but a lack of confirmation from city government is obscuring the issue from the mainstream.
Real Chi Youth
There’s a divide between younger and older generations when it comes to faith. While older people tend to focus on and practice an organized religion, younger generations are not as loyal to traditional institutions.
Real Chi Youth
There are two common misconceptions still coloring the perception of black owned businesses in the Chicagoland area: that there aren’t many around, and if they are, they’re either a restaurant, dance studio, or a hair salon. But the numbers tell a different story.
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Through interviewing staff and students, FSM News Reporter, Aaron Noel delves into advice and insights about the relationships one might discover when going back to school.
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Through interviewing Chicago residents and local musicians, FSM News Reporter, Jalen Johnson explores the history and power of music.
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In this PSA, FSM News Reporter, Summer Walton, reminds us to not let others steer you away from making positive choices when going back to school.
2016
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In this media "remix," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center deconstruct and analyze T.I.'s "Whatever You Like" to explain how classism functions in the music video.
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In this media "remix," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center deconstruct and analyze Migos's "Wishy Washy" to explain how sexism functions in the music video.
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In this media "remix," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center deconstruct and analyze Famous Dex's "I'm Crazy" to explain how ableism functions in the music video.
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In this media "remix," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center deconstruct and analyze Katy Perry's "Last Friday Night" to explain how beautyism functions in the music video.
Real Chi Youth
RCY reporters asked people how they are feeling the day after the election.
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This "Did You Know?" segment talks about the different social and cultural holidays that all take place during the winter season. Created by Free Spirit Media students at the Nichols Tower site in Chicago, IL. Crew: Howard, Emanuel, Iverson.
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This editorial talks about both the positives and negatives of the holiday season. Created by Free Spirit Media students at the Nichols Tower site in Chicago, IL. Crew: Veranda, Nhiya, Calvin.
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This news package explores the shopping and donation habits of Americans during the holiday season. Created by Free Spirit Media students at the Nichols Tower site in Chicago, IL. Crew: Amyia, Geneva, Adrian.
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In this "Did You Know," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center teach us about the dangers of underage drinking. Produced by Jarlisia Daguerre, Devon Stephens, and Jalen Young.
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In this news story, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center conduct a panel interview to learn more about the plight of high school seniors. Produced by Justin Patterson, Ashley Shelton, and Jamiya Smith.
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In this news story, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center discuss how gentrification affects communities. Produced by Daria Blakely, Immanuel Moses, Nina West, and Desireé Williams.
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In this new story, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center discuss the evolution of athletic shoes. Produced by Shaunice DuPont, Ashley Shelton, and Jalen Young.
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In this "Did You Know," Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center teach us about the underground business of organ trafficking. Produced by Na'Cara Saucier and Nina West.
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In this news story, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center explore the negative impacts of drugs on communities. Produced by Taija Gatewood, Eva Nash, Justin Patterson, and Desireé Williams.
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In this news story, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center explore whether or not the education system as we know it is truly beneficial to students. Produced by Amani Ashford, Immanuel Moses, Jamiya Smith, and Devon Stephens.
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In this PSA, Free Spirit Media teen journalists at the Gary Comer Youth Center demonstrate the harm judging others can cause. Produced by Daria Blakely, Mariah Irby, and Britney Martin.
2001 - 2008
Two Students from North Lawndale College Prep in Chicago go to the Democratic National Convention
This short "man on the street" package was produced by students at Free Spirit Media in their exploration of why Chicago should host the 2016 Olympic games.
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Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary Comer Youth Center in Chicago creates a Saturday Night Live Parody. Directed By: Justin Patterson, Gabriel Fields, Diana Tassy, Nyah Washington. Fall 2018.”