Campus Files: Scandals, Secrets & Crimes at American Universities
AudacyCollege holds a mythic place in American culture, hailed as the best four years of your life and revered as a beacon of integrity and excellence. But behind the polished campus tours and glossy brochures lies a far more complicated reality. Each episode of Campus Files uncovers a new story, exploring everything from rigged admissions to sports scandals, free speech, and hazing. Consider this your ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 68 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue CrimeDocumentary | |||
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The story of Mark Welsh III, the beloved president of Texas A&M who was dramatically forced out as part of a conservative backlash to academic freedom in higher ed.
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For decades, freshman orientation came with an unusual requirement: students had to pose for a photograph - completely naked.
It wasn’t a fringe practice. Colleges across the country, including several Ivy League schools, did it.
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Last season, we brought you 35 stories from American colleges. Stories of drug rings, fraternity hazing, stolen body parts, campus cults and more. And now, Campus Files is coming back for another season, at a time when universities are all over the n... more
In our last episode of the season (season 2 is in the works), we look at MIT's Media Lab, which long dazzled the public with its bold ideas and groundbreaking projects. But behind that reputation was a secret: much of the lab’s funding traced back to... more
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- Story good, narration bad
I can’t stand this vocal fry from Margo. It’s unbearable at times. Super interesting topics though!
Apple Podcasts3Cbear9999
Canada9 days ago - Liberal lens
I initially enjoyed this podcast because it provided valuable insight into the scams and systemic issues within higher education. Over time, however, the content began to lean heavily toward a liberal perspective. As a conservative listener, I found that lens distracting from the otherwise strong reporting and factual discussion.
I respect that every creator brings their own point of view, and I don’t mind engaging with opinions I don’t always agree with. That said, the balance between factual i... more
Apple Podcasts1Dawson mama
United States6 months ago - The narrator 😭 good info though!
The content is great but the narrator is so unpleasant to listen to. Maybe use another narrator in future shows… 🙏 you have great content and the narration is really getting in the way of what would otherwise be a 5 star series.
Apple Podcasts3JennyBennyyyyCanada6 months ago - Good podcast
I love this so much! It will help my niece a LOT.
Apple Podcasts5Pamicakes82Canada7 months ago - Always one sided
Would love to see a more balanced reporting. Every episode appears to be skewed toward the liberal viewpoint instead of just reporting the facts. The topics and stories look interesting and then you hear the episode and it is more of an opinion piece - very disappointing
Apple Podcasts1Amy5408United States7 months ago
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Investigative episodes explore how universities and related institutions operate beyond the glossy surface, covering rigged admissions, funding controversies, governance, and ethics scandals. Recurrent threads include the influence of private donations, the politics of policy in higher education, hazing and student safety, DEI programs, and the tension between institutional reputation and investigative reporting. The show tends to feature university insiders, researchers, journalists, and policy experts, offering in-depth context and reporting that helps listeners assess systemic issues in American higher education. A notable strength is its ability to connect obscure or controversial topics to broader questions about accountability, access... more
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