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What's Up With All Those Billboard Ads For Lawyers?
November 25, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 37.7 MBLawyer selfies line the interstate between Illinois and Indiana. Curious City took a road trip and counted almost a hundred in one stretch of I-90/94. Audio producer Steven Jackson investigates why there’s so many of these billboards here, especially for personal injury attorneys. He shares insights from lawyers, marketers, and historians. Features a guest cameo by Lyndon B. Johnson.
Chicago Movie Locations
November 18, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBChicago has served as the backdrop for blockbuster films like “The Blues Brothers,” “The Dark Knight,” and “The Break-Up.” But just when did Chicago, sometimes referred to as the “Hollywood of the Midwest,” first become a go-to location for film and TV producers? The answer goes all the way back to the silent film era of the early 1900s when the Essanay Film Manufacturing Co. produced thousands of films from 1907 to 1917 and William Foster debuted “The Railroad Porter” in 1913. Productions sh...
A Split Pea Dilemma And The Chicago-Style Hot Dog
November 04, 2021 07:00 - 14 minutes - 27.2 MBA listener noticed that diner after diner seemed to serve split pea soup every Wednesday. So is he really onto something? Reporter Linda Lutton investigates this legume mystery. Plus, we break down the origins of the Chicago-style hot dog.
The Halloween Episode: Munger Road
October 28, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBOn this week’s episode Curious City investigates the origins of the Munger Road haunting. Like any good ghost story, there are several versions of the Munger Road tale, but the ghost story goes something like this: A school bus full of kids was crossing over the train tracks and it stalled. Before the driver could get the bus off the tracks, a train came along and hit the bus. No one bus survived the accident. The legend says the ghosts of the children are still there, and claims that if yo...
Chicago Is Where Black Cinema Took Root
October 21, 2021 07:30 - 19 minutes - 45.5 MBChicago was like Hollywood before Hollywood became the movie capital we know today. And Black directors were an important part of that early industry. In 1913 Willam Foster became the first Black director to make a film with an all Black cast. Yet most people have never heard of him. Reporter Arionne Nettles shares his story and the legacy he left behind.
The Pilsen Episode
October 14, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBChicago’s Pilsen neighborhood was first settled by Irish and German immigrants who were soon supplanted by a large influx of Czech immigrants. They gave the neighborhood its name but it’s known today for its Mexican and Mexican American population who first began moving in during the 50s and 60s. Pilsen continued to be a port of entry for decades and since then, many have fought to maintain the neighborhood’s identity, culture, and its community. In this episode we answer several questions ab...
Three Buildings That Survived The Great Chicago Fire
October 07, 2021 07:30 - 16 minutes - 36.7 MBThe Great Chicago Fire, which lasted from October 8th to October 10th, 1871, destroyed most of Chicago from what is today Roosevelt Road up to Fullerton and from the Lake west to the Chicago River. Almost 100,000 Chicagoans lost their homes and several hundred lost their lives. And while the Chicago Water Tower has become an important symbol of what survived the destruction of the fire, it’s not the only building that made it through. Historian Paul Durica tells us about three other “surviv...
Lucy Parsons, The 'Goddess Of Anarchy'
September 30, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBCalled "more dangerous than a thousand rioters" by the Chicago Police Department, Lucy Parsons was a radical socialist, a labor organizer, and a powerful orator who worked on behalf of people of color, women, and the homeless, she was
What’s The History Of Religious Exemptions To Vaccines?
September 23, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBWhile resistance to vaccine mandates goes back 200 years but state laws allowing for religious exemptions were rare until the 1960s. And faith leaders from the Pope to imams have pushed Americans to get vaccinated. So why do religious exemptions exist? Reporter Andrew Meriwether digs into the complicated history of religious exemptions.
Why Are The Cicadas So Loud And Chicago’s Livestock
September 16, 2021 07:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThe cicadas seem really loud this year around one listener’s home. But are they louder than usual? Are there more of them? Producer Jason Marck finds out the answers. Plus, can you really keep pigs, goats, chickens and other livestock in your backyard in Chicago?
The White Sox Logo And How The Chicago Bears Got Their Nickname
September 09, 2021 18:45 - 14 minutes - 34.1 MBWhen a 22-year-old executive came up with the iconic White Sox logo, he probably never imagined it becoming a hip-hop fashion sensation. Nearly 27 years ago the White Sox debuted a look that would become iconic in pop culture. Producer Jesse Dukes traces its origins all the way back to 1948. And, ever wonder how the Chicago Bears, who don’t play near Midway Airport, ever got their nickname? Bears fan and reporter Araceli Gómez-Aldana tracks down the answer.
How Do Chicago’s Most Tenacious Weeds Grow?
September 02, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 41.5 MBTenacious weeds like buckthorn, milkweed and goldenrod grow everywhere in Chicago from railroad tracks to sidewalk cracks. Reporter Natalie Dalea finds out how they’ve adapted to survive city life. Plus what happens to all the landscaping along the Mag Mile after the summer is over.
A Chicago Historian Tackles Your Questions About The City
August 26, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBHistorian Dominic Pacyga shares his encyclopedic knowledge of Chicago history and answers questions about everything from breweries to slaughterhouses. Plus, reporter Monica Eng brings us a story from Ed Kramer, who, as an eighth grader in 1941 took a field trip with his class to visit the stockyards. Yep, Chicago school kids used to do that.
Chicago’s Fishing Industry And Some Stargazing Spots
August 19, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBChicago once had a booming commercial fishing industry. Lawrence’s Fish and Shrimp is one of the last vestiges of that industry--serving up all kinds of fish that hasn't actually been caught in Lake Michigan. Reporter Jessica Pupovac finds out why that’s the case. Plus, producers Logan Jaffe and Jesse Dukes look for the best stargazing spots around Chicago. Turns out Lake Michigan offers one of them.
Chicago’s Steak And Lemonade Combo And Those Structures On The Lake
August 12, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBThe beef sandwich and slushy drink combo are sold together all across the South and West sides of Chicago. Reporter Monica Eng tracks down the guy who put the two together. Then, she answers a question about what those mysterious structures out on Lake Michigan actually do.
The Union Workers Who Created Those Infamous Rat Balloons
August 05, 2021 07:35 - 14 minutes - 13 MBScabby the Rat is now common on picket lines around the world, but the balloon started right here in the Chicago area. This week on the show, we dig into the origins of the iconic union labor protest mascot. Plus, Monica learns why there are so many ice cream shops in Chicago with “La Michoacana” in their name — despite having different owners, offerings, and prices.
Paletas and Paleteros: The Art of the Cart
July 29, 2021 05:50 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBPaletero Victor Cruz says selling popsicles takes “patience.” Curious City learns the tricks of the trade.
Where Did Chicagoans Go To Drink During Prohibition?
July 22, 2021 07:33 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBThis week on Curious City, we’re visiting the spots where Chicagoans would enjoy their beer and spirits during Prohibition.
How Clean Is The Water At Chicago’s Beaches?
July 08, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBIt’s that time of the year where we can all finally hit the beach. But our listeners have a lot of questions about Chicago’s beaches. Like, how clean is the water? How much poop is in there? And why are some flotation devices banned? Curious City’s Monica Eng puts on her sun visor and a good deal of sunscreen and tracks down the answers.
What’s Happening With Chicago’s Toxic Lead Service Lines?
June 24, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIllinois passed a new law last month that sets a deadline for the state to replace all of its toxic lead service lines -- those pipes that deliver drinking water to our homes and park fountains. Curious City’s Monica Eng fills us in on how long it's going to take to get rid of all the lead lines.
A Gardener Pushes For Legislation To Help Extend The Growing Season
June 17, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBLast year we met Elmhurst gardener Nicole Virgil, who was fighting for the right to put up a hoop house in her garden. A hoop house is an inexpensive way to help extend the growing season. It protects the crops from the wind and snow and can keep the soil from freezing. Virgil took her fight all the way to the state legislature. Curious City’s Monica Eng tells us what happened next.
“Living In Gotham City.” How Some Musicians Survived A Shuttered Industry
June 10, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBAs Illinois reopens, Chicago area artists Lori Lippitz of the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band, Lynne Jordan of Lynne Jordan and the Shivers, Juan Dies of Sones de Mexico and D2x reflect on what the last 15 months have been like, how the pandemic has shaped their music, and what they’re looking forward to as full capacity crowds come back.
What’s The History Of Chicago-Style Giardiniera?
June 03, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBCurious City’s Monica Eng investigates the origins of Chicago’s favorite spicy condiment: giardiniera. This humble jar of veggies packed in oil has roots in Sicily, and Monica tracks down at least two different Chicago families who believe they should be credited for the original recipe. Plus, what’s the right way to say it anyway?
Why Chicago Suburb Names Lie About Their Elevation
May 27, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBIn the notoriously flat Chicago region, what gives with names like Chicago Heights, Mount Prospect and Park Ridge?
Safe At Work: The Life Of Alice Hamilton
May 20, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBScientist Alice Hamilton’s investigations into toxins in Chicago’s factories led to some of the first workplace safety laws in the country. She was known for her “shoe leather” epidemiology, wearing out the soles of her shoes from all the trips she made to Chicago homes, factories and even saloons to figure out what was making people sick. Reporter Edie Rubinowitz has her story.
WBEZ’s Beginnings With The Board Of Education
May 13, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBWBEZ, where Curious City gets produced, actually began as a radio station that broadcast educational programs for kids. In this week’s episode Monica Eng explores WBEZ’s roots in education and looks at how we went from math and fairy tales over the radio to a news and information station. Goodbye “Lady Make Believe,” hello “All Things Considered.”
Can Anyone Propose Legislation To City Council?
May 06, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBLittle-known fact: in Chicago, you don’t need to be an elected official to propose legislation to City Council. But does this process really work? Has anyone ever done it? WBEZ city politics reporter Claudia Morell investigates. Along the way she speaks to a former governor and a cab driver who have tested it out for themselves.
Who Tolls The Bells In Chicago?
April 29, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBIf you hear church bells ring in the Chicago-area, it’s likely they’re automated. Some bell systems are pneumatic or electronic. Others pipe digital hymns through amplifiers. But do real people ever ring real bells? That’s the question we’re exploring in this week’s episode. And the answer is yes! We head to five different spots, each with its own sound, unique history and distinct community.
Art, Protest And The Trial Of The Chicago 8
April 22, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn 1969, Chicago was home to one of history’s most high-profile trials. Known as the Trial of the Chicago 8 — and sometimes the Trial of the Chicago 7 — the trial pitted anti-war protesters against the federal government. Eight men were accused of conspiring to incite a riot during protests that took place in Chicago during the Democratic National Convention of 1968. Outside the courtroom, protesters and onlookers gathered. Some chanted to free the men. Some came with signs and posters of p...
Chicago's Hillbilly Heaven
April 14, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 16.9 MBWhy tens of thousands of Southern migrants made the Uptown neighborhood home, only to leave a short time later. And WBEZ's Natalie Moore tells us about her investigation into the history of racially restrictive deeds and covenants, and how YOU can help.
How Bagels Got To Chicago And Where To Eat Them
April 08, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBCurious City reporter Monica Eng and editor Alexandra Salomon try to help one listener who claims NY has better bagels find some good ones in Chicago. Plus, we trace the local history of the donut-shaped bread: From its arrival in the U.S. with Jewish immigrants to mass production to a renaissance of local artisanal bakers who have gone back to the traditional way of making them.
Three Historic Chicago Hoaxes And Pranks
April 01, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBChicago historian Paul Durica shares famous ruses, hoaxes and stunts pulled by (and on) local media.
The Environmental Impacts Of The Chicago River Reversal
March 25, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBWe dug into the Curious City archives and pulled out one of our favorites, a story about the Chicago River. Chicago’s bold maneuver to reverse the Chicago River diverted sewage away from Lake Michigan, allowing Chicago’s continued growth. But it was hardly a perfect solution. The effects of the groundbreaking engineering feat are still being felt today -- even as far as the Gulf of Mexico. Reporter Carson Vaughan has that story.
COVID-19, One Year Later
March 18, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBWe’ve reached the one-year anniversary of Chicago’s stay-at-home order. From schools going virtual to plastic shields lining the grocery store check-out lane, just about every aspect of life has been affected by the pandemic. To mark all the change this year has brought, we hear some essays from folks who’ve written about their experiences. Plus we look to the future and visit some vaccination sites to answer a listener’s question about what the vaccine means to people. From “cautious” to “ho...
A History Of Chicago Music Venues With Musician Andrew Bird
March 11, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBThis week on the Curious City podcast we revisit a live show reporter Monica Eng hosted in early 2020 with Do312Chicago and singer-songwriter Andrew Bird. The violin playing, whistling musician asked us to tell him more about the history of some Chicago venues where he’s performed. We learn a fraternal lodge used to make their home in the Metro building in Wrigleyville. The Lyric Opera House historian ruins some of Monica’s favorite architectural gossip while busting some of the building’s f...
Who Was Billy Sunday?
March 04, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBThis week on the Curious City podcast we dig back into the archives to share one of our favorite stories about the song made famous by Frank Sinatra, “Chicago (That Toddling Town).” The song pays homage to the partying and excess of the roaring 20’s during Prohibition. It also contains a lyric about a man who tried to save the soul of Chicago. Who was he and how did he end up in the song? Plus, we hear from several small businesses about what they’ve been doing to keep their businesses goin...
Why The Sweet Steak Is The “Most Chicago” Sandwich
February 25, 2021 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThough little known on the North Side of Chicago, the sweet steak has been attracting long lines of fans to South Side eateries for 50 years now. The sandwich starts with a steamed bun, piled high with grilled onions, chopped ribeye steak, American cheese, sweet pepper relish, sliced tomatoes and hot peppers — all doused in a signature reddish sweet sauce. Curious City’s Monica Eng digs into the origins of the sandwich and what’s in store for the future. Hint: it has to do with walnuts.
What’s Up With All Those Billboard Ads For Lawyers?
February 11, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBCurious City took a road trip and counted almost a hundred billboard ads for lawyers along I-90/94 on the border between Illinois and Indiana. Audio producer Steven Jackson investigates why there’s so many of these billboards in this area, especially for personal injury attorneys. He shares insights from lawyers, marketers, and historians. (Features a cameo appearance from President Lyndon B. Johnson.)
From Plastic Bags To Hot Potatoes: Hacks For Staying Warm This Winter
February 04, 2021 08:02 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBChicago winters can be long and brutal. Curious City’s Monica Eng spoke with postal workers and other Chicagoans who spend a lot of time outdoors about how they dress for warmth during the winter. Also, we hear from a listener who asks what happens to the colorful landscaping along Michigan Avenue during the winter months.
Why You Should Skip Delivery Apps And Other Ways To Support Local Businesses
January 28, 2021 16:01 - 12 minutes - 8.88 MBA listener wanted to know some practical things he could do to support struggling businesses. Monica Eng shares tips from industry experts on how to support small businesses like bookstores and music venues. She also talks with chef Beverly Kim about how female restaurateurs in Chicago have been supporting one another during the pandemic.
Why Are There So Many Thai Restaurants In Chicago?
January 21, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 9.61 MBThis week we hear why Chicago has so many Thai restaurants and a renowned Thai chef offers up some tips for how to get the full experience of Thai cuisine. Hint: no chopsticks.
Here Are The Winners Of The 2020 Haiku Contest
December 31, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIt’s the last day of 2020, which means we’re revealing the winners of our 2020 Haiku Contest. Plus, hear an interview from our friends at Reset, WBEZ’s daily talk show. In a multimedia project titled “The River Speaks,” a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago gives a unique personality to each of the six branches of the Chicago River.
A Different Perspective On Our Story About The Walnut Room
December 22, 2020 08:00 - 14 minutes - 9.99 MBIn a response to our recent episode about the Walnut Room, listener Joyce Miller Bean shares her family’s experience of racism and discrimination when visiting Marshall Field’s in the ‘50s and ‘60s.
What’s Up With All The Geese In Chicago?
December 17, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MBMaybe you find them annoying or maybe not, but one thing is certain: Chicago’s got a lot of geese. So this week we’re taking on your geese questions, from why they’re here to techniques for controlling their population.
How A Department Store Became Part Of Chicago’s Christmas Traditions
December 10, 2020 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBFrom the Walnut Room restaurant to its window displays, Marshall Field’s figured out how to draw in the crowds during the holiday.
The Radical Existence Of Lucy Parsons, The ‘Goddess Of Anarchy’
December 03, 2020 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode, reporter Arionne Nettles tells us the story of Lucy Parsons, a Chicago labor activist and anarchist known for her fiery speeches and dubbed “more dangerous than 1,000 rioters.” But who she was and what she fought for was complex — and just as complicated was her true identity.
A Most Unusual School Year: Part II
November 26, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn Part II of our special series on education during COVID-19, reporters Susie An and Kate McGee share stories of two high school juniors going through the college application process during remote learning and several college freshmen experiencing a strange first semester. Some of those college students are studying remotely from the homes where they grew up while others packed up and headed off to campus, only to face a quarantine. Then, we hear from Curious City question askers and exper...
A Most Unusual School Year: Part I
November 19, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 39.8 MBWe’ve spent the last couple of months reimagining the Curious City podcast and trying out some new ways to answer your questions. And now, the wait is over. We’re ready to let you hear what we’ve been up to. We’re still going to be answering your questions, but in this episode, we’re collaborating with our audience a little differently. Two WBEZ education reporters share how a family and a teacher are coping with remote learning.
What My Family’s Great Migration Story Reveals About Chicago Blues
November 08, 2020 04:30 - 9 minutes - 6.51 MBIn the 20th century, millions of Black Americans who lived in southern states packed up and moved to northern cities — drawn by the promise of greater freedom and better jobs. Many headed to Chicago, and they brought a musical genre with deep African roots that reflected the realities of Black life: the blues. Reporter Arionne Nettles’ grandparents were among those who came to Chicago from the South, and when they established themselves in the city, they found success in the growing blues in...
What Chicago’s Architectural Clues Reveal About How We Lived
November 01, 2020 03:30 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIf you’ve lived in or visited an older home or apartment building in Chicago, like question asker Biz Knapp, chances are it has an odd door or some other quirky feature that seems out of place today. But the evolution of apartment layouts signifies more than just a change in style or materials — They also provide architectural clues about the way Chicagoans once lived. We revisit those clues in this episode from 2017. Then, we catch up with Evanston elementary drama teacher Michael Rodrigue...