Freaknik: A Discourse on a Paradise Lost

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Freaknik: A Discourse on a Paradise Lost

A celebratory spring break party in Atlanta initially started by the glitterati of African American college students which, over the course of two decades, evolved into a cultural phenomenon. Hear through the eyes of musicians, journalists, residents and politicians as they relive and investigate Freaknik. Presented by Mass Appeal & Endeavor Content. Executive produced by Chris Colbert & DCP Entertainment and created, produced and hosted by Christopher Frierson. To see how we use your data, visit https://www.endeavoraudio.com/privacy-policy.

Season 1

  1. Freaknik is Coming

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Freaknik is Coming

    Endeavor Audio & Mass Appeal present FREAKNIK, a new investigative podcast series. Freaknik is executive produced by Chris Colbert & DCP Entertainment.

    1 min
  2. Introducing Freaknik: A Discourse on a Paradise Lost

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing Freaknik: A Discourse on a Paradise Lost

    From Mass Appeal and Endeavor Audio, a new documentary podcast explores the spring break celebration Freaknik, and the city in which it began: Atlanta. Subscribe now. Episodes every Tuesday.

    3 min
  3. PROLOGUE or: The Abominable Indiscretions of Youth

    25/06/2019

    PROLOGUE or: The Abominable Indiscretions of Youth

    To understand Freaknik, you have to understand Atlanta.Bevel: Listeners get 20% off the Bevel Shave System at GetBevel.com/Freaknik.SimpliSafe: Freaknik fans get free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial with SimpliSafe home security. Visit SimpliSafe.com/Freaknik.

    37 min
  4. A DIFFERENT WORLD or: The Matriculation of the “Capital” of Dixie

    02/07/2019

    A DIFFERENT WORLD or: The Matriculation of the “Capital” of Dixie

    The One where we head to the AUC to talk about HBCU's  (A.K.A.: "Historically Black Colleges and Universities") Bevel: Listeners get 20% off the Bevel Shave System at GetBevel.com/Freaknik.

    40 min
  5. PRIME REAL ESTATE or: The New "Birthright"

    09/07/2019

    PRIME REAL ESTATE or: The New "Birthright"

    The One where things get "dark" in the "Black Mecca" of America...literally & metaphorically. Bevel: Get 20% off your next Bevel shipment at GetBevel.com/Freaknik.  Hims: Get a trial month of Hims for just $5 at ForHims.com/Freaknik.

    37 min
  6. GRIDLOCK or: The Unbearable Lightness of Being Stuck in Traffic

    16/07/2019

    GRIDLOCK or: The Unbearable Lightness of Being Stuck in Traffic

    The One where we “Move Africans Rapidly Through Atlanta." Bevel: Get 20% off your next Bevel shipment at GetBevel.com/Freaknik.SimpliSafe: Freaknik fans get free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial with SimpliSafe home security. Visit SimpliSafe.com/Freaknik. Away: For $20 off a suitcase, visit AwayTravel.com/Freaknik and use promo code FREAKNIK at checkout.

    46 min
  7. THE SOUTH RISES AGAIN or: The Emergence of That "New New" Negro Spiritual

    23/07/2019

    THE SOUTH RISES AGAIN or: The Emergence of That "New New" Negro Spiritual

    The One where the East & the West get their “Comeuppance."Freaknik elevates Southern hip hop and Atlanta becomes the Motown of the South. Bevel: Get 20% off your next Bevel shipment at GetBevel.com/Freaknik.

    39 min
  8. ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, ATLANTA or: Steinem vs. Paglia vs. Uncle Luke

    06/08/2019

    ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, ATLANTA or: Steinem vs. Paglia vs. Uncle Luke

    The One where we go to Blue Flame and talk about the complexities of gender politics in Atlanta.We caught a glimpse of the "dark side" of Freaknik. Noom: Start your trial today at Noom.com/Freaknik.

    44 min
  9. INCEPTION or: Frankly, America...We Actually Really "Give a Damn"

    13/08/2019

    INCEPTION or: Frankly, America...We Actually Really "Give a Damn"

    The One where Atlanta Segregates Itself as an Outlier in the American South.Freaknik comes to a close in the "City Too Busy To Hate."SimpliSafe: Get free shipping and a money-back guarantee at SimpliSafe.com/Freaknik. Hims: Listeners get a trial month of Hims for just $5 at ForHims.com/Freaknik.

    55 min
  10. THE NADIR OF OUR FORTUNES or: "Lethal Weapon 5"

    20/08/2019

    THE NADIR OF OUR FORTUNES or: "Lethal Weapon 5"

    The One where Chris and Savannah are on some ill “Buddy Cop” shit.As our series draws to a close, we discuss the possible future of Freaknik, and how Atlanta stays keeping “America Great Again" and again and again...Noom: Start your trial today at Noom.com/Freaknik.

    42 min
  11. We Want to Hear Your Freaknik Stories

    BONUS

    We Want to Hear Your Freaknik Stories

    Introducing the hotline for Freaknik: A Discourse On A Paradise Lost. If you have a great personal story or anecdote from Freaknik, give us a shout. Please leave a message at 646-693-0654 and tell us your story.

    1 min

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Ratings & Reviews

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A celebratory spring break party in Atlanta initially started by the glitterati of African American college students which, over the course of two decades, evolved into a cultural phenomenon. Hear through the eyes of musicians, journalists, residents and politicians as they relive and investigate Freaknik. Presented by Mass Appeal & Endeavor Content. Executive produced by Chris Colbert & DCP Entertainment and created, produced and hosted by Christopher Frierson. To see how we use your data, visit https://www.endeavoraudio.com/privacy-policy.

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