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Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! The Spill The Cafecito Podcast | Episode 12 This week on Spill the Cafecito, Ant and JP catch up on their weekends and give a little taste of their European adventures before saving the full vacation download for the next episode. But the conversation quickly takes a serious turn as we dive into the Cornell University sexual assault case making headlines. Ant opens the discussion with a bigger question: Are we doing enough to teach our boys about consent, respect, boundaries, and the responsibility to speak up when someone is in trouble? JP examines the New York law cited in the decision not to pursue criminal charges in 2024 and questions whether legal reforms are needed to better protect victims of sexual violence. We also unpack Jane Doe's reported involvement and the circumstances that led her to the fraternity house, while exploring what accountability should look like for the seven individuals at the center of the allegations, others involved in the group chat, and Cornell University itself. The conversation goes beyond this case as we examine college culture, drinking, drugs, sex, peer pressure, and the environments that can allow harmful behavior to go unchecked. Throughout the episode, we separate reported facts from allegations and share our initial reactions, recognizing that due process matters, the investigation and legal questions are complex, and more information may emerge. We close by reflecting on the lessons this case raises, the conversations we need to be having, and what meaningful accountability and change could look like moving forward. This isn't just about one case. It's about consent, culture, responsibility, and the values we're passing on to the next generation.