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Lucy learns how sororities compete to attract high valued recruits, even if it means leaving some sisters in the dark. In this episode: -Lucy speaks with former sisters who weren’t allowed to participate as recruiters. -You’ll learn what it takes to be a “high valued recruit.” -Lucy looks into the tactics that chapters use to match a sister with a PNM during the different rounds of recruitment. -Lucy examines the role that secrecy plays in the chapter, along with how the sorority’s philanthropy plays a role in the recruitment process -You’ll learn where the term “rush” comes from as explained by Margaret Freeman, an independent scholar who researches sororities. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Full interviews and other exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible. https://www.margaretlfreeman.com Audio Engineer: Nilay Ghatlia @ephembeats on Instagram Copy Editor: Meghan Thompson, @megreports on Twitter Outro Music: Melo Relo, https://songwhip.com/melo-relo Theme Song: Siena Sherer, http://sienasherer.com Season Two Cover Art: Taylor Jones, @taylornirvanaj on Instagram Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Freeman, M. L. (2020). Women of discriminating taste: White sororities and the making of American ladyhood. The University of Georgia Press. Stein, A. (2021). Terror, love and brainwashing: Attachment in cults and totalitarian systems. Routledge. Alpha Phi Recruitment Expose: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JQfuIA0lx5PHf3VFDhQ8STnR1QWpMNI0G7Z6xthshRM/edit Buzzfeed Article:https://www.buzzfeed.com/terripous/the-no-bullshit-guide-to-sorority-rush Alpha Chi Delta Bumping and Rotation Guide: https://cdn.zephyrcms.com/ce655e47-a579-48e1-ac82-e573f2e2c8dd/-/inline/yes/bumpingand-rotation-guide.pdf

Lucy investigates the recruitment process that determines which PNMs will make the final cut into a sorority’s new pledge class. In this episode: -You’ll learn about what goes behind the scenes of recruitment in the “back room,” and hear two former recruitment Vice Presidents describe their process of “pre-scoring” PNMs before even meeting them. -Author of “Women of Discriminating Taste” Margaret Freeman discusses the history of these recruitment practices and how they’ve helped Greek institutions maintain their “freedom of association,” which roughly translates to their right to be racist. -Plus, we’ll uncover the role of the alumni advisor, and how much influence these graduated students play in college’s most popular clubs. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Full interviews and other exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible. Find "Woman of Discriminating Taste," at: https://www.margaretlfreeman.com Audio Engineer: Nilay Ghatlia @ephembeats on Instagram Copy Editor: Meghan Thompson, @megreports on Twitter Outro Music: Melo Relo, https://songwhip.com/melo-relo Theme Song: Siena Sherer, http://sienasherer.com Season One Cover Art: Sofia Ilic Season Two Cover Art: Taylor Jones, @taylornirvanaj on Instagram Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Freeman, M. L. (2020). Women of discriminating taste: White sororities and the making of American ladyhood. The University of Georgia Press. Lee, A. M. C. (1956). Fraternities without brotherhood: A study of prejudice on the American Campus. Beacon Press. Stein, A. (2021). Terror, love and brainwashing: Attachment in cults and totalitarian systems. Routledge. Alpha Phi Recruitment Expose: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JQfuIA0lx5PHf3VFDhQ8STnR1QWpMNI0G7Z6xthshRM/edit

Lucy takes a deep dive into how sororities prepare for their biggest event of the year – recruitment. One year and 30 interviews later, SNAPPED is back, kicking off season two with a three-part recruitment special. In this episode: -Former Greek life members describe how their sororities carefully curated potential new members’ (PNMs) perception of the chapter using Instagram, chapter house decor, and strict dress codes for current sisters (even during Zoom recruitment) – all to keep the faucet of PNMs flowing. -Historian and author of “Women of Discriminating Taste” Margaret Freeman joins Lucy to provide the historical context that shapes the southern aesthetic that sororities still strive for today. -Lastly, we hear from a former sister, who learned that she was not up to sorority standards as she was told to “put more makeup on or turn your camera off,” during Zoom recruitment. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Full interviews & other exclsuive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible. Margaret Freeman, Author of “Women of Discriminating Taste” https://www.margaretlfreeman.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Audio Engineer: Nilay Ghatlia @ephembeats on Instagram Copy Editor: Meghan Thompson, @megreports on Twitter Outro Music: Melo Relo, https://songwhip.com/melo-relo Theme Song: Siena Sherer, http://sienasherer.com Season Two Cover Art: Taylor Jones, @taylornirvanaj on Instagram Citations: Freeman, M. L. (2020). Women of discriminating taste: White sororities and the making of American ladyhood. The University of Georgia Press. Stein, A. (2021). Terror, love and brainwashing: Attachment in cults and totalitarian systems. Routledge. Alpha Phi Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vr1yfQGNooLKrhAHlD0OsdCsTKTb2rjA/view

This isn't just Lucy's story anymore. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy heals from and reflects on her experience in sorority world. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy is no longer a sorority girl, but still can't escape sorority world. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy moves into the chapter house and experiences a series of unfortunate events that lead her to a breaking point. [TW: SA, r*pe] Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy breaks a sorority Instagram rule and faces the consequences of being snapped. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy learns what it takes to be the perfect sorority girl. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.

Lucy takes you through the process of what it's really like to rush a sorority. Check us out on Instagram & Tik Tok: @snappedthepodcast Wondering if anyone in the sorority reached out after this podcast? Check out the season 1 Q+A for allllll the tea, available exclusively on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/snapped SUPPORT THE MAKING OF SNAPPED: https://www.patreon.com/snapped https://www.buymeacoffee.com/snapped Venmo: @snappedthepodcast Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/mkejPJg9ww Read about SNAPPED on snappedthepodcast.com Thank you to every listener, contributor, and friend -- your support is what makes this possible.