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Gary Comer College Prep: American Graduate
December 14, 2012 | 3:04
FSM News, working with PBS NewsHour Extra Student Reporting Labs and a producing mentor from WTTW, reports on the what one ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Michael: American Graduate
December 14, 2012 | 1:53
FSM News, working with PBS NewsHour Extra Student Reporting Labs and a producing mentor from WTTW, reports on the dropout ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Chicago's Very Own: Jeff McCarter
November 8, 2011 | 4:05
WGN News has recognized Jeff McCarter, FSM's Founder and Executive Director, as Chicago's Very Own. ...
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See Yourself in a Different Light
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA illustrates the turning point for one young man choosing between returning to school or engaging in a world of ...
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I Want to Stay in School
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA features a diverse group of students talking about what subjects inspire them to stay in school. It was created as ...
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FSM News On the Road: Adler Planetarium
August 18, 2011 | 10:51
FSM News On the Road is at the Adler Planetarium for this summer newscast. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Message Matters
August 3, 2011 | 8:35
During the summer of 2011, the FSM/Umoja Community Builders learned about restorative justice and how to implement those ... MORE >
FSM News On The Road: The Field Museum
July 28, 2011 | 9:31
FSM News hits the road and visits the Field Museum in this summer newscast. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM at Poetry Foundation Opening
July 19, 2011 | 2:25
The Poetry Foundation's new home was dedicated on June 23, 2011. Designed by architect John Ronan, the building is located at ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Gender Roles
July 6, 2011 | 0:40
This public service announcement playfully explores gender roles. ...
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FSM on the set of Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon
July 1, 2011 | 5:26
During the summer of 2010, Free Spirit Media placed 11 interns on the set of Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon directed by ...
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Just My Barbie
May 31, 2011 | 12:34
This documentary looks at how dolls, particularly Barbies, influence young girls. It looks at race, class, gender and ...
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Topics: Family
Is This What I'm Supposed to Be?
May 28, 2011 | 0:31
This public service announcement explores the media's impact on teens. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Fighting for a Piece of Peace
May 6, 2011 | 10:02
This documentary looks at gun violence in the community, and includes the voices of many in North Lawndale who are working to ... MORE >
Sounds of Freedom
April 28, 2011 | 14:17
Students from Free Spirit Media at North Lawndale College Prep explore what freedom means to different people. ... MORE >
FSM News: Parody Newscast
February 14, 2011 | 9:00
Parody newscast produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary Comer Youth Center. ...
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It's Their Life: LGBT Youth in Chicago
August 13, 2010 | 5:09
A documentary created by FSM youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "LGBT Youth in Chicago" explores ...
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Being Big is a Choice
May 11, 2010 | 0:30
PSA about the negative effects of gun violence on individuals and their families. This piece won a Midwest Emmy. ...
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Topics: Peace
Douglas Park: A Breath of Life
June 4, 2006 | 12:36
A collaborative documentary between Umoja Community Builders and Free Spirit Media that explores the rich culture and history ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Environment
We Are Being Delayed
August 4, 2005 | 11:13
A 2005 documentary made with Umoja Community Builders around the CTA blue line. This documentary helped restore CTA to ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Human Rights
Know Your Truth: World AIDS Day simulcast
December 14, 2011 | 17:54
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Message Matters (Short)
November 9, 2011 | 5:10
During the summer of 2011, the FSM/Umoja Community Builders learned about restorative justice and how to implement those ... MORE >
See Yourself in a Different Light
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA illustrates the turning point for one young man choosing between returning to school or engaging in a world of ...
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I Want to Stay in School
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA features a diverse group of students talking about what subjects inspire them to stay in school. It was created as ...
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FSM at Poetry Foundation Opening
July 19, 2011 | 2:25
The Poetry Foundation's new home was dedicated on June 23, 2011. Designed by architect John Ronan, the building is located at ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Cesar Chavez: Month of Service
February 4, 2011 | 8:55
A film produced by Free Spirit Media for the Chicago Public Schools Service Learning Program. This piece showcases students ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
IVPA Youth Summit 2010
November 1, 2010 | 3:37
Illinois Violence Prevention Authority, Youth Summit -- Youth Standing Up For Peace: Promoting Youth-Led Violence Prevention ... MORE >
Nike Black History Month 2010
May 25, 2010 | 2:36
Free Spirit Media News visits Nike Chicago headquarters to celebrate youth, unity, and creativity during Black History ...
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Topics: Race
Focus 2010
May 11, 2010 | 0:33
Youth talk about youth potential within Free Spirit Media ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Being Big is a Choice
May 11, 2010 | 0:30
PSA about the negative effects of gun violence on individuals and their families. This piece won a Midwest Emmy. ...
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Topics: Peace
Global Youth Service Day 2010
April 24, 2010 | 2:52
April 24, 2010 - Students from Chicago Public Schools volunteer to different communities in celebration of Global Youth ...
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Topics: Activism
Track is the Truth
February 22, 2010 | 5:54
A documentary about the using track to reach your highest potential. ... MORE >
Documenting the ARRA
October 8, 2009 | 3:10
This short documentary was produced by a team of students from Free Spirit Media, and is part of a larger effort to document ...
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Topics: Politics
S.H.O.W. Presents Kanye West Video
June 26, 2009 | 4:25
On June 26, 2009 S.H.O.W. and the Kanye West Foundation teamed with Free Spirit Media to film a live concert for Honor Roll ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Y.W.A.T. on CTA by FSM
April 16, 2009 | 1:57
The Young Women's Action Team in Chicago led a project against sexual harassment and violence on the CTA (trains and buses). ...
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Topics: Activism, Gender Issues
Umoja Promotional Video
April 1, 2009 | 5:35
Promotional video for the Umoja Student Development Corporation. ...
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Lollapalooza & Parkways Foundation
August 8, 2008 | 2:32
A FSM Newscast explores Lollapalooza's connection with the Parkways Foundation and how the festival gives back to the Chicago ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Message Matters (Short)
November 9, 2011 | 5:10
During the summer of 2011, the FSM/Umoja Community Builders learned about restorative justice and how to implement those ... MORE >
Peace Building in Chicago
August 8, 2011 | 5:22
A documentary created by Free Spirit Media youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "Peace Building in ... MORE >
Pollution in Lake Michigan
August 8, 2011 | 5:45
A documentary created by Free Spirit Media youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "Pollution in Lake ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Environment
Support Leads to Success
August 8, 2011 | 5:32
A documentary created by Free Spirit Media youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "Support Leads to ...
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Sex Ed Today: What's Missing?
August 8, 2011 | 7:38
A documentary created by Free Spirit Media youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "Sex Ed Today" ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Message Matters
August 3, 2011 | 8:35
During the summer of 2011, the FSM/Umoja Community Builders learned about restorative justice and how to implement those ... MORE >
Every Child Deserves a Second Chance
July 5, 2011 | 9:11
This short documentary explores the problems with the juvenile justice system and features young people that are trying to ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness, Human Rights
FSM on the set of Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon
July 1, 2011 | 5:26
During the summer of 2010, Free Spirit Media placed 11 interns on the set of Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon directed by ...
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Just My Barbie
May 31, 2011 | 12:34
This documentary looks at how dolls, particularly Barbies, influence young girls. It looks at race, class, gender and ...
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Topics: Family
Motivation
May 31, 2011 | 1:56
About to graduate from high school, these NLCP seniors explore how they've changed over time in this short documentary. ...
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Is Age Nothing but a Number?
May 30, 2011 | 8:59
A senior project documentary that investigates why high school girls are attracted to older men. ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Mind Your Body
May 30, 2011 | 9:51
Mind the Body explores the relationship between the body and the mind during depression, and explains why effective ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
It's Not a Crime to Smile
May 29, 2011 | 3:11
We all have to face struggles in life, and this short documentary reminds us of how much the simple act of smiling can help ... MORE >
The Effects of Genetically Modified Foods
May 22, 2011 | 9:37
This documentary explores the harms of eating genetically modified foods and shows examples of people growing sustainable ... MORE >
Contributing Factors to Street Organizations
May 20, 2011 | 10:30
This documentary discusses some of the factors that contribute to the formation of street organizations, including class, ...
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Topics: Violence, Chicago Culture
The Ways to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse
May 9, 2011 | 8:15
A powerful documentary where an FSM senior explores the issue of child sexual abuse and interviews professionals on ways to ... MORE >
Death & Dollar Signs
May 9, 2011 | 8:49
This senior documentary investigates why funeral costs are appropriate by exposing the process at the funeral home. ...
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What Does It Mean to Be an African American Woman Who Loves Hip Hop?
May 9, 2011 | 8:01
A FSM senior documentary that explores the roles and stereotypes of women in the hip hop community. ... MORE >
Fighting for a Piece of Peace
May 6, 2011 | 10:02
This documentary looks at gun violence in the community, and includes the voices of many in North Lawndale who are working to ... MORE >
Sounds of Freedom
April 28, 2011 | 14:17
Students from Free Spirit Media at North Lawndale College Prep explore what freedom means to different people. ... MORE >
Sam Binion: Saving the Streets
February 23, 2011 | 6:31
A look at Chicago's Sam Binion and his work in mobilizing the city. ...
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Home
February 23, 2011 | 5:54
FSM participant Skylar Dees shares what his home was and what it is now. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development, Family
Cesar Chavez: Month of Service
February 4, 2011 | 8:55
A film produced by Free Spirit Media for the Chicago Public Schools Service Learning Program. This piece showcases students ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Coach Bass
January 21, 2011 | 3:10
A documentary created by FSM students at NLCP about the loss of the beloved Coach Bass. ...
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Topics: Family
Memories
December 12, 2010 | 1:35
An FSM student reflects on her memories of her Grandfather and family. ...
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Rubik's Cube
December 12, 2010 | 2:38
A documentary the realities of life and how it's a puzzle to figure out. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Anti-Violence Summit 2010 Short Documentary
December 6, 2010 | 4:41
A short documentary on the 2010 Anti-Violence Summit. ... MORE >
Anti-Violence Summit 2010
December 6, 2010 | 4:41
A short documentary featuring Illinois Violence Protection Agency (IVPA) promoting peace, alongside youth from all over ... MORE >
Arts Night Video Collage
November 16, 2010 | 2:17
A video collage created by FSM Staff member, Samantha Spencer, that showcases the 2010 FSM/NLCP Arts Night. The event was ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
IVPA Youth Summit 2010
November 1, 2010 | 3:37
Illinois Violence Prevention Authority, Youth Summit -- Youth Standing Up For Peace: Promoting Youth-Led Violence Prevention ... MORE >
Low Wages in Our Community
September 17, 2010 | 4:58
Through his summer internship with Free Spirit Media, Vincent Smith created this documentary about low wages in Chicago ...
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Youth and Health Insurance
September 17, 2010 | 5:15
As part of her summer internship with Free Spirit Media, Kimberly Fields created a documentary about youth and their ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
No Lye
August 25, 2010 | 8:28
Hair as expression in the African American Community. A Free Spirit Media at North Lawndale College Prep senior project. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Gender Issues
Free Spirit Media on the Chicago Recovery Partnership
August 19, 2010 | 5:56
FSM documents the Chicago Recovery Partnership and its effect on the city. ...
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Behind the Doors of Foster Care
August 13, 2010 | 8:15
Free Spirit Media students created this documentary to explore foster care and youth that have been in the foster care ...
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The Cost of Unhealthy Food
August 13, 2010 | 7:28
A documentary created by FSM youth working with The Pulizter Center for Crisis Reporting. "The Cost of Unhealthy Food" ... MORE >
It's Their Life: LGBT Youth in Chicago
August 13, 2010 | 5:09
A documentary created by FSM youth working with The Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. "LGBT Youth in Chicago" explores ...
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Speak Up!
May 1, 2010 | 9:25
Students Speak Up! about their Chicago public high school experiences. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Last One Standing
April 26, 2010 | 2:25
Gang violence, drugs, a father dragging his kids down the same path in this personal essay based upon the idea of Sankofa, ...
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Topics: Drugs & Alcohol
Global Youth Service Day 2010
April 24, 2010 | 2:52
April 24, 2010 - Students from Chicago Public Schools volunteer to different communities in celebration of Global Youth ...
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Topics: Activism
Track is the Truth
February 22, 2010 | 5:54
A documentary about the using track to reach your highest potential. ... MORE >
Minority Men: Exceeding the Norm
February 18, 2010 | 5:00
A documentary created by students at North Lawndale College Prep about minority men who are exceeding the norm in their ...
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Topics: Race, Education & Personal Development
Hungry For Change (Short)
February 8, 2010 | 5:00
Umoja Community Builders discuss what is a food desert and how their communities are dealing with this food injustice. FSM ... MORE >
Documenting the ARRA
October 8, 2009 | 3:10
This short documentary was produced by a team of students from Free Spirit Media, and is part of a larger effort to document ...
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Topics: Politics
Hungry For Change
August 12, 2009 | 10:00
Umoja Students from North Lawndale College Prep, Manley, and Ace Technical High Schools teamed with Free Spirit Media to ... MORE >
Y.W.A.T. on CTA by FSM
April 16, 2009 | 1:57
The Young Women's Action Team in Chicago led a project against sexual harassment and violence on the CTA (trains and buses). ...
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Topics: Activism, Gender Issues
Umoja Promotional Video
April 1, 2009 | 5:35
Promotional video for the Umoja Student Development Corporation. ...
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Hope in America
September 15, 2008 | 4:58
Two Students from North Lawndale College Prep in Chicago go to the Democratic National Convention. ...
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Will I Be Next?
May 5, 2008 | 8:36
"Will I Be Next?" is a film that explores the issue of gun violence. Five established experts and numerous young people were ...
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Topics: Violence
SHOW-KWF Day One 2010
September 4, 2006 | 1:59
A behind-the-scenes look at the youth leadership from SHOW and Chicago Public Schools coming together to prepare for the ...
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Topics: Human Rights
In the Pocket
August 1, 2006 | 13:31
Free Spirit Media explores life "In the Pocket" and the changes the community has seen over the years. ...
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Douglas Park: A Breath of Life
June 4, 2006 | 12:36
A collaborative documentary between Umoja Community Builders and Free Spirit Media that explores the rich culture and history ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Environment
We Are Being Delayed
August 4, 2005 | 11:13
A 2005 documentary made with Umoja Community Builders around the CTA blue line. This documentary helped restore CTA to ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Human Rights
Race @ NLCP
November 1, 2004 | 5:38
A documentary about race at North Lawndale College Prep. ...
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Wisdom
May 1, 2004 | 5:01
Youth give advice reflect on their experience with violence and drugs in their communities while offering wisdom and advice ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
North Lawndale Past
August 1, 2002 | 9:59
A documentary on one of Chicago's most historic neighborhoods - North Lawndale. ...
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Know Your Truth: World AIDS Day simulcast
December 14, 2011 | 17:54
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Chicago's Very Own: Jeff McCarter
November 8, 2011 | 4:05
WGN News has recognized Jeff McCarter, FSM's Founder and Executive Director, as Chicago's Very Own. ...
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FSM at Poetry Foundation Opening
July 19, 2011 | 2:25
The Poetry Foundation's new home was dedicated on June 23, 2011. Designed by architect John Ronan, the building is located at ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM's 10th Anniversary
June 9, 2011 | 4:34
Watch as FSM Alum share their life-changing experiences with Free Spirit Media. FSM celebrated its 10th anniversary at Cafe ...
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It Gets Better
May 13, 2011 | 4:54
A collaboration between NLCP's GSA, Free Spirit Media and NLCP's Arts Department. Students speak out against homophobia, ... MORE >
Power House High Montage
April 27, 2011 | 4:19
A montage of various pieces created by Power House students during the 2010/2011 school year. ... MORE >
Fear of Fear
March 6, 2011 | 0:37
This experimental pieces uses photography to explore the fears associated with fear itself. ... MORE >
Fear of Death
March 6, 2011 | 0:44
This experimental pieces uses photography to explore the fears associated with death and dying. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness, Family
Fear of Confusion and Love
March 6, 2011 | 1:26
This experimental pieces uses photography to explore the fears associated with love. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Founders' Circle
February 19, 2011 | 4:03
A video recap of the 2011 Founders' Circle Event held at the ABC7 Chicago News Studio on February 15th. ...
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One on One
December 16, 2010 | 4:39
This piece explores the idea of using sports to create a better way of life. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Support
December 10, 2010 | 1:41
FSM students at NLCP talk about support and times that they've either felt supported or unsupported. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development, Family
Two Wrongs
February 7, 2008 | 8:16
FSM youth explore the idea of gangs and violence in the community with the theme that two wrongs don't make a right. ...
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Topics: Violence
The Bully
February 7, 2008 | 5:29
Students from North Lawndale College Prep created a short film surrounding the issue of bullies. This comedy sends a powerful ...
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Topics: Violence
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 3
December 1, 2006 | 3:51
Free Spirit Media reflects upon the true meaning of the First Amendment in this piece about Juke dancing. ... MORE >
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 2
December 1, 2006 | 5:29
Free Spirit Media reflects upon the true meaning of the First Amendment in this piece about incarceration. ... MORE >
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 4
December 1, 2006 | 4:14
Free Spirit Media reflects upon the true meaning of the First Amendment through this piece on abuse. ... MORE >
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 5
December 1, 2006 | 4:38
Free Spirit Media reflects upon the true meaning of the First Amendment through this piece on the N-Word. ... MORE >
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 6
December 1, 2006 | 3:54
Free Spirit Media reflects upon the true meaning of the First Amendment by talking about homelessness. ... MORE >
Nando & Eva
November 1, 2003 | 5:52
A narrative piece created with P.O.D.E.R. about youth relationships and what happens when they go wrong. ...
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Gary Comer College Prep: American Graduate
December 14, 2012 | 3:04
FSM News, working with PBS NewsHour Extra Student Reporting Labs and a producing mentor from WTTW, reports on the what one ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Michael: American Graduate
December 14, 2012 | 1:53
FSM News, working with PBS NewsHour Extra Student Reporting Labs and a producing mentor from WTTW, reports on the dropout ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM News: Honoring Maggie Daley & the Holidays
December 7, 2011 | 9:25
FSM News honors Maggie Daley. Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary Comer Youth Center. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News: HoopsHIGH & the CTA
November 11, 2011 | 9:04
FSM News visits another FSM program, HoopsHIGH, and talks about the CTA. Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Sports
FSM News On the Road: Adler Planetarium
August 18, 2011 | 10:51
FSM News On the Road is at the Adler Planetarium for this summer newscast. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News On The Road: Project Exploration
August 17, 2011 | 10:21
FSM News is back On The Road with this broadcast from Project Exploration, where youth can work with science and scientists ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Environment
FSM News On The Road: Shedd Aquarium
August 3, 2011 | 10:42
FSM News is On The Road again this summer. Here is their broadcast from an August visit to the Shedd Aquarium. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News On The Road: The Field Museum
July 28, 2011 | 9:31
FSM News hits the road and visits the Field Museum in this summer newscast. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News On the Road: Lincoln Park Zoo
July 26, 2011 | 10:23
FSM News is On the Road at the Lincoln Park Zoo. See what's happening this summer at Chicago's favorite animal spot. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Environment
FSM News: Behind the Scenes
May 9, 2011 | 5:05
In this broadcast, FSM News takes you behind the scenes at the FSM News studio! ...
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FSM News: Giving Back
May 2, 2011 | 8:17
FSM News decides to do something positive by hosting a bake sale to support PAWS Chicago. In this broadcast, FSM News talks ...
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Topics: Activism, Chicago Culture
FSM News: Did you know?
April 4, 2011 | 9:36
FSM News shares some fascinating facts that you may not have known in this week's broadcast. ...
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FSM News: Women's History Month
March 26, 2011 | 9:07
FSM News honors women by creating this broadcast centered on Women's History Month. ...
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FSM News: Teens Gettin' Down to Business
March 12, 2011 | 9:46
This FSM News broadcast explores teen entrepreneurs. They also focus on teen dream jobs and the career fair held by the Gary ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM @ GCYC After School Matters Program Montage
February 17, 2011 | 6:31
A montage of recent worked created by the FSM News team at the Gary Comer Youth Center. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News: Parody Newscast
February 14, 2011 | 9:00
Parody newscast produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary Comer Youth Center. ...
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FSM News: Mayoral Election
January 25, 2011 | 9:30
FSM News reports on the 2011 Chicago Mayoral Election and how students participating in the Mikva Challenge are having their ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Politics
FSM News 12/4/2010
January 18, 2011 | 8:15
FSM News showcases Gary Comer College Prep, talk about appropriate online behavior, what teens do in their free time, and ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
NBC5 Features Free Spirit Media and the Taproot Foundation
January 14, 2011 | 2:14
NBC5 Chicago visits Free Spirit Media to discuss the collaboration between FSM and the Taproot Foundation. Originally aired ...
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FSM News 1/14/2011
January 14, 2011 | 10:55
Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary Comer Youth Center. This newscast explores things teens are ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM News: Sankofa
January 10, 2011 | 10:39
FSM News explores the concept of Sankofa, which teaches us that we must go back to our roots in order to move forward. These ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM News: Mikva Challenge
January 7, 2011 | 1:28
FSM News covers the Mikva Challenge and their mission to educate youth in politics. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Politics
FSM News 12/18/2010
December 18, 2010 | 11:04
FSM News asks Chicagoans what their holiday plans are. ...
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Topics: Family
FSM News 12/11/2010
December 11, 2010 | 9:36
FSM News explores hair identity, new fashion trends, and interviews actor Forest Whitaker at the Chicago International Film ...
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Topics: Fashion, Education & Personal Development
FSM News: Ghostly Newscast
October 28, 2010 | 8:57
FSM News presents a spooky newscast about staying safe this Halloween and what the GCYC is doing to prepare for the big ...
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FSM News and Nuf Said at the Taste of Chicago
September 17, 2010 | 1:56
Free Spirit Media and NUF SAID report on the National Night Out Against Crime in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News and Nuf Said at National Night Out
September 17, 2010 | 2:17
Free Spirit Media and NUF SAID report on the National Night Out Against Crime in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Peace
Gary Comer College Prep Opening Celebration
August 14, 2010 | 5:04
FSM News covers the opening of the Gary Comer College Prep. ...
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Free Spirit Media on the set of Transformers 3 by NBC Chicago
August 12, 2010 | 1:20
NBC Chicago interviews Free Spirit Media interns on the set of Transformers 3. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News: On The Road @ Greater Grand Crossing National Night Out Against Crime
August 9, 2010 | 10:33
FSM News visits the Greater Grand Crossing National Night Out Against Crime to learn how people are taking a stand against ... MORE >
FSM News: On The Road @ the Northwestern Medill School of Journalism
August 6, 2010 | 10:13
FSM News visits Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism to get expert tips about becoming a journalist.Produced by ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM News: On The Road @ the HoopsHIGH Columbia Classic
July 29, 2010 | 9:20
FSM News reports live from the HoopsHIGH Columbia Classic at NLCP, Collins Campus. Produced by Free Spirit Media ...
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FSM News: On The Road @ Eden Place Nature Center
July 26, 2010 | 10:04
FSM News visits Eden Place Nature center, Chicago's urban oasis.Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at the Gary ...
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FSM News: On The Road @ Navy Pier
July 16, 2010 | 9:55
FSM News visit Navy Pier and reports about all the exciting rides and attractions at the famous Chicago spot. Produced ...
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FSM News: On The Road @ the Taste of Chicago
July 9, 2010 | 10:44
FSM Students visit the Taste of Chicago to report about one of Chicago's favorite festivals.Produced by Free Spirit Media ...
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Nike Black History Month 2010
May 25, 2010 | 2:36
Free Spirit Media News visits Nike Chicago headquarters to celebrate youth, unity, and creativity during Black History ...
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Topics: Race
FSM News 3/27/2010
May 25, 2010 | 9:26
Free Spirit Media News has the Buzz on a new website, compares bottled water to tap water, and has some tips on landing a ...
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Topics: Sports, Environment
FSM News 5/15/2010 Pt. 2
May 11, 2010 | 7:28
FSM News' last newscast of the Spring semester. We look back at our favorite packages and PSAs, as well as behind the scenes ...
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Topics: Sports, Education & Personal Development
FSM News 5/15/2010 Pt. 1
May 11, 2010 | 6:36
FSM News' last newscast of the Spring semester. We look back at our favorite packages and PSAs, as well as behind the scenes ...
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Topics: Sports, Education & Personal Development
FSM News 5/1/2010
April 26, 2010 | 9:33
FSM News has tips on better hygiene, including acne prevention and how to keep clean while playing sports. Plus, is yawning ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness, Sports
Farm to Fork
April 26, 2010 | 4:58
Documentary exploring the Gary Comer Youth Center's rooftop garden and culinary programs. ... MORE >
FSM News 4/24/2010
April 19, 2010 | 9:38
FSM News is all about fashion, reporting from the Hyde Park fashion show and getting your opinion on what's hot and what's ...
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Topics: Fashion
FSM News 4/17/2010
April 2, 2010 | 9:51
FSM News reports on a proposed 4 day school week, Mayor Daley's summer job program, the announcement of the Lollapalooza ... MORE >
FSM News 4/10/2010
March 31, 2010 | 9:50
FSM News helps you go Green, with stories on testing your carbon footprint, what to do with your paper waste, an Earth Day ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness, Environment
FSM News 4/3/2010
March 26, 2010 | 9:56
This week, we introduce you to the FSM News team and air highlights from past FSM News broadcasts.Produced by Free Spirit ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
FSM News 3/20/2010
March 17, 2010 | 9:41
Free Spirit Media News has Spring fitness tips and introduces rugby at Gary Comer College Prep.Produced by Free Spirit Media ... MORE >
FSM News 3/13/2010
March 15, 2010 | 9:59
Free Spirit Media News has March Madness and profiles the Big Ten Network.Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students ...
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Topics: Sports
FSM News 3/6/2010
March 4, 2010 | 9:33
Free Spirit Media News discusses school uniforms & dress codes and the "Orange List" at Westinghouse College ...
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Topics: Fashion
FSM News 2/27/2010
February 25, 2010 | 9:51
Free Spirit Media News discusses superstitions and the changes to CTA bus routes.Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
FSM News 2/19/2010
February 18, 2010 | 9:33
Free Spirit Media News discusses school spirit, including the choir at Westinghouse College Prep and the Lady Catamounts of ...
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Topics: Race, Education & Personal Development
FSM News 2/12/2010
February 12, 2010 | 10:00
Free Spirit Media News discusses Valentine's Day, dating and loving yourself.Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
FSM News 2/6/2010
February 8, 2010 | 9:46
Free Spirit Media News discusses Black History Month and plays the Black History Trivia Challenge.Produced by Free Spirit ...
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Topics: Race
FSM News 1/30/2010
February 1, 2010 | 9:55
Free Spirit Media News discusses the balance between school and work, and the challenges of being a girl basketball ...
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Topics: Sports, Education & Personal Development
FSM News 1/16/2010
January 25, 2010 | 9:48
Free Spirit Media News discusses Lessons From Our Childhood... what it means to be the "Last One Standing," the "Middle ...
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FSM News 1/9/2010
January 25, 2010 | 10:00
Free Spirit Media News discusses New Year's resolutions, youth violence, abstinence, and what it takes to be a good ... MORE >
FSM News 1/23/2010
January 25, 2010 | 9:37
Free Spirit Media News discusses positive image and the dangers of meth.Produced by Free Spirit Media journalism students at ... MORE >
S.H.O.W. Presents Kanye West Video
June 26, 2009 | 4:25
On June 26, 2009 S.H.O.W. and the Kanye West Foundation teamed with Free Spirit Media to film a live concert for Honor Roll ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Gary Comer Youth Center Ribbon Cutting & Gary Comer College Prep Groundbreaking
June 9, 2009 | 1:55
Ribbon cutting ceremony at the Gary Comer Youth Center in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. GCYC is home to the South ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
Lollapalooza & Parkways Foundation
August 8, 2008 | 2:32
A FSM Newscast explores Lollapalooza's connection with the Parkways Foundation and how the festival gives back to the Chicago ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture
I Want to Stay in School
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA features a diverse group of students talking about what subjects inspire them to stay in school. It was created as ...
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See Yourself in a Different Light
October 6, 2011 | 0:44
This PSA illustrates the turning point for one young man choosing between returning to school or engaging in a world of ...
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LGBTQ Bullying
July 6, 2011 | 0:44
This important PSA shows the effects of bullying on the LGBTQ community. LGTBQ teens commit suicide 4 times more than ...
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Topics: Gender Issues
Gender Roles
July 6, 2011 | 0:40
This public service announcement playfully explores gender roles. ...
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Sexual Assault
May 30, 2011 | 0:30
This public service announcement informs that community to believe people when they say they are sexually assaulted. ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Don't Judge Me
May 30, 2011 | 0:31
A PSA that teaches us not to judge people based on their looks. ...
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Freedom of Expression
May 30, 2011 | 0:31
A PSA which encourages teens to, "Be Yourself!" ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Start a Gay/Straight Alliance
May 30, 2011 | 0:31
This public service announcement asks the question "what if straight wasn't the norm?" It also encourages people to start ...
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Topics: Gender Issues
Teens and Unprotected Sex
May 30, 2011 | 0:31
This public service announcement explores what happens when teens have unprotected sex. ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Abusive Relationships
May 29, 2011 | 0:31
A PSA that explores how abusive tendencies are passed down from families members. ... MORE >
Fatherless Kids
May 29, 2011 | 0:31
A PSA that asks fathers to be in their child's life. ...
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Topics: Family
Is This What I'm Supposed to Be?
May 28, 2011 | 0:31
This public service announcement explores the media's impact on teens. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Acquaintance Rape
May 28, 2011 |
This Public Service announcement looks at the myths and facts around acquaintance rape. And asks, "Got Consent?" ... MORE >
Gender Discrimination
May 14, 2011 | 0:32
A PSA about how gender discrimination is disgusting! ...
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Topics: Gender Issues
Teen Pregnancy PSA
May 5, 2011 | 0:35
A PSA that explores teen pregnancy and shares how a mother will not abandon her child. ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health, Family
Beautyism
May 5, 2011 | 0:39
A PSA that educates the community about what real beauty is. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Smoking Kills
April 29, 2011 | 0:31
An anti-smoking PSA that gives facts about how smoking kills its users. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Drop it! Don't Smoke it!
April 29, 2011 | 0:30
A PSA that asks youth and adults to drop the cigarette and stop smoking. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Teenage Smoking
April 29, 2011 | 0:30
An anti-smoking PSA that shows how harmful smoking is. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Parent Communication
April 25, 2011 | 0:52
This PSA encourages parents to talk to their teens. Having an open relationship with communication is the key to a healthy ... MORE >
Family Anti-Smoking
March 29, 2011 | 0:30
This PSA shows the effects of smoking on family members. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness, Family
The First Puff
March 29, 2011 | 0:30
This anti-smoking PSA talks about how dangerous the first puff is. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Materialism
January 28, 2011 | 0:30
A PSA created by FSM students at NLCP Collins that shares it's not what you own that makes you who you are. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development, Fashion
Strong Black Girls
January 28, 2011 | 0:38
FSM students at NLCP Collins reach out to their peers in PSA encouraging them to be strong black women. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Healthy Sexual Relationships
January 25, 2011 | 0:30
FSM students at NLCP Collins created this PSA to share with their community that "communication is the key to a healthy ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Eating Disorders
January 25, 2011 | 0:34
Students with FSM at NLCP Collins created this PSA to speak out against eating disorders. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Double Standards
January 24, 2011 | 1:00
A PSA that asserts that men and women are equal and that there should be no double standards. Created by FSM students at NLCP ... MORE >
Domestic Violence
January 24, 2011 | 0:30
FSM students from NLCP Collins speak out against domestic violence in this PSA. ...
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Topics: Violence, Relationships & Sexual Health
Cyberbullying
January 24, 2011 | 1:01
FSM students at NLCP Collins created this PSA to share with other students about the negative effects of cyberbullying. ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development, Peace
Abusive Relationships
January 21, 2011 | 0:33
A PSA created by FSM students at NLCP Collins that explores the destructiveness of abusive relationships. ... MORE >
Childhood Obesity
January 21, 2011 | 0:32
FSM students at NLCP Collins share facts about childhood obesity and how to combat it in this PSA. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
Diversity
December 11, 2010 | 0:31
A PSA about the necessity for diversity and without exposure to interracial environment, segregation will remain all that we ...
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Topics: Race
Being Bigger
December 5, 2010 | 0:31
A PSA about being the bigger person in negative situations. Created by students at North Lawndale College Prep Christiana ...
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Topics: Violence, Education & Personal Development
Stoney
September 9, 2010 | 1:11
Student produced PSA about drug use and its effects on learning. ...
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Topics: Drugs & Alcohol
The First Amendment: Through Our Eyes Pt. 1
August 25, 2010 | 0:33
The Introduction to a a series covering The First Amendment. ... MORE >
You Didn't Earn
May 26, 2010 | 0:27
PSA produced by HoopsHIGH tackling the consequences of steroids. ...
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Topics: Sports, Drugs & Alcohol
Being Big is a Choice
May 11, 2010 | 0:30
PSA about the negative effects of gun violence on individuals and their families. This piece won a Midwest Emmy. ...
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Topics: Peace
Focus 2010
May 11, 2010 | 0:33
Youth talk about youth potential within Free Spirit Media ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Pro Peace PSA
May 11, 2010 | 0:30
North Lawndale College Prep students talk about being pro peace for their community. ...
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Topics: Peace
Wait to Choose
April 29, 2010 | 0:37
The battle teenagers face in deciding to engage in sexual activity is an undoubtedly difficult one. In this story with a ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Peace in the Community
February 10, 2010 | 1:03
A PSA describing what peace is and what it can do to a community. ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Peace
Choices
February 3, 2010 | 1:08
PSA examining what happens when anger can lead to bad choices. ...
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Topics: Violence
Tears of a Soldier
February 3, 2010 | 0:25
Personal story of a street soldier in the form of a PSA. ...
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Topics: Violence
Alternative to Gangs
October 6, 2009 | 0:37
North Lawndale College Prep students explore the issue of gangs within Chicago. These young people offer alternative ...
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Topics: Activism
Free Spirit Media Web Short
April 10, 2009 | 0:56
This little montage of clips and interviews celebrates the purpose and experience of Free Spirit Media in the words on ...
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Topics: Education & Personal Development
Double Standards
April 1, 2009 | 0:22
Students were inspired to tell this story out of an aversion to the double standard that exists between males and females ... MORE >
Think Before You Drink
April 1, 2009 | 1:00
The consumption of alcohol is an ever present issue among our societys youth. These students understand first hand the ... MORE >
Gang Violence
April 1, 2009 | 0:37
Students chose to produce this piece about gang violence because for many youth in Chicago, being around violence everyday is ...
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Topics: Violence
STD Pass or Fail
April 1, 2009 | 0:40
The producers of this video had a desire to start a conversation about the prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Diseases in ...
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Topics: Relationships & Sexual Health
Domestic Violence
February 20, 2008 | 0:31
Teens from North Lawndale College Prep address the issue of domestic violence with this powerful PSA. ...
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Topics: Violence, Gender Issues
Molestation
February 20, 2008 | 0:32
PSA about speaking out against molestation. ...
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Topics: Gender Issues
Police
February 20, 2008 | 1:01
PSA about the the ideal relationship between the police and the community, but what the reality truly is. ...
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Topics: Human Rights
Suicide PSA
February 7, 2008 | 0:30
Free Spirit Media students from North Lawndale College prep talk about suicide. ...
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Topics: Health & Wellness
HoopsHIGH at Beyond Sport 2010
November 12, 2010 | 3:28
HoopsHIGH had the privilege to attend the Beyond Sport Summit 2010. Beyond Sport is a global organization that promotes, ...
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Topics: Chicago Culture, Sports
HoopsHIGH Intro 2010
May 26, 2010 | 1:23
The 2010 introduction for HoopsHIGH, Free Spirit Media's weekly show on CAN TV, Channel 19. You can watch HoopsHIGH Saturdays ...
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Topics: Sports
Boxing
February 19, 2010 | 0:53
A young man details how boxing has impacted his life in this digital short. ...
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Topics: Sports
HoopsHIGH Intro 2009
April 10, 2009 | 1:23
The 2009 introduction to HoopsHIGH, Free Spirit Media's weekly show on CAN TV, Channel 19. You can watch HoopsHIGH Saturdays ...
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HoopsHIGH Intro 2008
February 20, 2008 | 1:57
Introduction for the 2008 season of HoopsHIGH, Free Spirit Media's weekly show on CAN TV, Channel 19. You can watch HoopsHIGH ...
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HoopsHIGH Intro 2007
August 1, 2007 | 1:21
The 2007 introduction for HoopsHIGH, Free Spirit Media's weekly show on CAN TV, Channel 19. You can watch HoopsHIGH Saturday ...
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Sports Beyond the Court Pt. 6
April 1, 2003 | 1:45
Part six of a documentary series, created by students at South Shore High School, that gives you behind-the-scenes look at ...
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Sports Beyond the Court Pt. 5
April 1, 2003 | 2:01
Part five of a documentary series, created by students at South Shore High School, that gives you behind-the-scenes look at ...
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Sports Beyond the Court Pt. 2
April 1, 2003 | 2:35
Part two of a documentary series, created by students at South Shore High School, that gives you behind-the-scenes look at ...
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Sports Beyond the Court Pt. 1
April 1, 2003 | 3:03
Part one of a documentary series, created by students at South Shore High School, that gives you behind-the-scenes ...
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Sports Beyond the Court Pt. 3
April 1, 2003 | 2:36
Part three of a documentary series, created by students at South Shore High School, that gives you behind-the-scenes look at ...
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