4. Three Men and a Lawsuit
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In 1982, after being turned away at the door of Chippendales, a UCLA law student brings a racial discrimination lawsuit against the club. His life, and the life of one of the L.A. club dancers, become unexpectedly linked.  Follow us on Instagram for archival footage, photos and more at @chippendalesrevealed. Recreate the club experience for yourself with our playlist on Spotify.  Did you ever go to Chippendales? Got a wild story? A burning question? Leave us a short voicemail at (323) 475-9424. Cover artwork by Lindsay Mound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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