Chicago History Podcast

Send us a textWhile not from here, their connection to this city is undeniable and Chicago’s influence most certainly contributed to their rise as one of the most successful musical acts of all time. Today we’re talking about the Jackson Five.Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryFurther reading (purchasing these items through these links helps support our efforts at no additional cost to you):Michael Jackson: The Magic, The Madness, The Whole Story by J. Randy Taraborrellihttps://amzn.to/4hDOfenGary, the Most American of All American Cities by S. Paul O'Harahttps://amzn.to/4hZtKbSM-D-L-T on Soul Train:https://youtu.be/tDCjHOoL1Sg?si=cCzPKcwoKkCF4YsDRenaldo Domino:https://chicagoreader.com/music/chicago-soul-dynamo-renaldo-domino-breaks-out-his-sugary-sweet-pipes-on-never-thought/https://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/January-2020/You-Should-Know-Renaldo-Domino/Chicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) Support the show

Send us a textThis is a revised, expanded, and re-recorded version of an episode that was originally released in 2020.William "Big Bill" Thompson was a larger-than-life character who served as Chicago mayor for three terms and is viewed as one of the most corrupt politicians this great city has ever seen.Robert Loerzel's piece on Eugene Williams in the August 2019 Chicago Magazine:https://www.chicagomag.com/city-life/August-2019/Searching-for-Eugene-Williams/Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryFurther reading (purchasing these items through these links help support our efforts at no additional cost to you):City of Scoundrels: The 12 Days of Disaster That Gave Birth To Modern Chicago by Gary KristPaperback - https://amzn.to/42sfVyaKindle - https://amzn.to/40KwjZhBig Bill of Chicago by Lloyd Wendt and Herman KoganPaperback - https://amzn.to/4ggZOqeBig Bill Thompson, Chicago, and The Politics of Image by Douglas Bukowski Paperback - https://amzn.to/4hvIMG1Al Capone's Beer Wars: A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago During Prohibition by John J. BinderHardcover - https://amzn.to/4aSKXB7Chicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) Support the show

Send us a textAn area once called Dunkley’s Grove was considered for a new stadium for the Chicago White Sox, not in old-timey days – in 1986! Was Edison Park named for Thomas Edison? Dunton, Sagone, Hartford… and where was Cleaverville?Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistorySend me an email with whatever is on your mind: chicagohistorypod AT gmail.comLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:Place Names of Illinois by Edward Callaryhttps://amzn.to/3U89rPXChicago Area Wall Map (30"x29" Laminated)https://amzn.to/4h5g4w4CHP Merch (Buy a T-Shirt, Help the Podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcastSupport the show

Send us a textShow your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistorySend me an email with whatever is on your mind: chicagohistorypod AT gmail.comLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:Guns and Roses: The Untold Story of Dean O'Banion, Chicago's Big Shot Before Al Capone by Troy Taylorhttps://amzn.to/3O2COQ8 (Paperback)https://amzn.to/3O56L2a (Kindle)Al Capone's Beer Wars: A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago during Prohibition by John J. Binderhttps://amzn.to/4hC5z3P (Hardcover) https://amzn.to/3CqCEj1 (Paperback)https://amzn.to/3YKB0QB (Kindle)Want to read hundreds of books for FREE every month? Try Kindle Unlimited here: https://amzn.to/4dInhRbChicago's Unsolved Crimes and Mysteries by Bryan Alaspahttps://amzn.to/48olAWPChicago Area Wall Map (30"x29" Laminated)https://amzn.to/4h5g4w4CHP Merch (Buy a T-Shirt or a Mug & Help the Podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcastSupport the show

Send us a textTheir killings stand out as one of Chicago's most infamous unsolved crimes. Today we’re discussing the Grimes Sisters Murders.Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistorySend me an email with whatever is on your mind: chicagohistorypod AT gmail.comLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:Two Lost Girls: The Grimes Sisters Murders by Troy Taylorhttps://amzn.to/48nDx7S (Paperback)https://amzn.to/3YGeo5f (Free with Kindle Unlimited)Want to read hundreds of books for FREE every month? Try Kindle Unlimited here: https://amzn.to/4dInhRbChicago's Unsolved Crimes and Mysteries by Bryan Alaspahttps://amzn.to/48olAWPChicago Area Wall Map (30"x29" Laminated)https://amzn.to/4h5g4w4CHP Merch (Buy a T-Shirt, Help the Podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcastSupport the show

Send us a textHave you ever been to Grossdale? Praha? Maybe Swedetown? How about Gregg's Milk Station? I’m sure you’ve been to Hardscrabble, right? Today we’re discussing Chicago’s Forgotten Towns, Neighborhoods, and Names.Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistorySend me an email with whatever is on your mind: chicagohistorypod AT gmail.comLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:Place Names of Illinois by Edward Callaryhttps://amzn.to/3U89rPXChicago Area Wall Map (30"x29" Laminated)https://amzn.to/4h5g4w4CHP Merch (Buy a T-Shirt, Help the Podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcastSupport the show

Discover the fascinating history of the Ogden Mansion, a rare survivor of the Great Chicago Fire, and learn about its remarkable transformation from a refuge for the homeless to a community center. Delve into the legacy of the Ogden family and their pivotal role in founding the Newberry Library, enriched by stories of key figures and early expansion efforts. Explore the architectural journey of the library as it evolved into a hub of culture and knowledge, reflecting its importance to the Chicago community.

Eddie Griffin, a notable figure from WTTW, returns to delve into the notorious Black Sox Scandal of 1919, where White Sox players threw the World Series for money. He uncovers the motivations behind this betrayal and the scandal's far-reaching consequences, including a lifetime ban for implicated players. The discussion also tackles the complexities surrounding the players’ personal lives and the legacy of figures like Joe Jackson. Griffin also hints at the upcoming season of 'Chicago Stories', promising fresh insights into this dark chapter of baseball.

Send us a textAnthony Bourdain tasted the wormwood-infused liquor Malört for his TV show “The Layover” and said, “its brash nature" created “a possibility that I could get all stabby and belligerent.” Today we're talking about Malört, the truly Chicago booze.Show your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:Malört: The Redemption of a Revered & Reviled Spirit by John Noel https://amzn.to/4cT7BJ3Chicago Handshake Drinking Card Game (Transit Tees)https://amzn.to/3My8GeOSupport the show

Send us a textThis episode's guest is Mitchell Bisschop, who wrote and stars in the play "Royko: The Toughest Man in Chicago," which runs Sept. 5-29, 2024, at the Chopin Theatre. Mitchell and I discuss celebrated newspaper columnist Mike Royko, Chicago newspapers, growing up in Barrington, IL as a theatre nerd, and how this one-man play came together. Don't worry if you don't know much about Mike Royko - I include a (somewhat) brief bio before the interview.Tickets to Royko: The Toughest Man in Chicago - https://www.chopintheatre.com/event.php?id=2935Roseland, Chicago: 1972 (Cate Plys) - Mike Royko 50+/- Years Ago TodayShow your love of this podcast for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy through these links - not just this stuff - helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):BOOKS:One More Time: The Best of Mike Roykohttps://amzn.to/4e2FJmLBest of Royko: The Tribune Yearshttps://amzn.to/4g6vShSEarly Royko: Up Against it in Chicago by Mike Royko with Rick Koganhttps://amzn.to/3MrUhASRoyko in Love: Mike's Letters to Carol by Mike Roykohttps://amzn.to/3T88nuQSupport the show