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This year marks the 20th anniversary of roller derby returning to where it was born: Chicago. But this fast-paced, gender-inclusive sport has had a long, contentious history -- even in it's hometown. So what is roller derby? And why does it not get the same level of recognition as others?

In this episode, host Arielle Raveney sits in on a practice with the team, Chicago-Style, to learn more about the sport and speaks with Elizabeth Gomez, one of the women responsible for bringing Roller Derby home.  

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Mentioned in the Episode: Windy City Rollers | Chicago-Style | The WFTDA

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See videos of Chicago-Style in action on our socials: TikTok | Instagram

This year marks the 20th anniversary of roller derby returning to where it was born: Chicago. But this fast-paced, gender-inclusive sport has had a long, contentious history -- even in it's hometown. So what is roller derby? And why does it not get the same level of recognition as others?
In this episode, host Arielle Raveney sits in on a practice with the team, Chicago-Style, to learn more about the sport and speaks with Elizabeth Gomez, one of the women responsible for bringing Roller Derby home.  
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Mentioned in the Episode: <a href="https://www.windycityrollers.com/">Windy City Rollers</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chicagostylerollerderby/">Chicago-Style</a> | <a href="https://wftda.com/">The WFTDA</a>
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See videos of Chicago-Style in action on our socials: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wbbmnewsradio105.9">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wbbmnewsradio/?hl=en">Instagram</a>

Let's get Looped In, Chicago!

Each Wednesday, WBBM podcast producers Arielle Raveney and Jim Hanke sit down with our reporters to discuss stories that captivated them over the week. From hard hitting news about what's trending in the headlines to events and people around town you might never have heard of, we'll have the full run-down to inform you to start your day.

Let's get Looped In, Chicago!
Each Wednesday, WBBM podcast producers Arielle Raveney and Jim Hanke sit down with our reporters to discuss stories that captivated them over the week. From hard hitting news about what's trending in the headlines to events and people around town you might never have heard of, we'll have the full run-down to inform you to start your day.

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