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Stacey Ritzen is a reporter and editor based in West Philadelphia with over 10 years&#8217; experience covering pop culture, web culture, entertainment, and news. You can follow her on Twitter @staceyritzen.

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Audra Schroeder&#8217;s work has previously appeared in the Austin Chronicle, the Dallas Observer, NPR, ESPN, Bitch, and the Village Voice.

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