Black student athletes, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and beyond, have long demanded more seats at the table within a college athletics system that uniquely depends on them for success and survival. Now, amidst growing national concern over racism, UW students and athletic staff are pushing the university to take concrete steps to support Black athletes and reduce disparities. This week on the podcast, Cap Times higher education reporter Yvonne Kim explains what they're calling for — and what the university is offering in response.

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