Send us a textFROM THE ARCHIVES from October, 2020:On Memorial Day, May 25th, 1981, a 25-year-old year old sport climber dressed as comic book hero Spider-Man used a system of suction cups and other climbing gear to scale the outside of the 110-story Sears Tower, which at that time was the tallest building in the world. He came back later that year to climb the John Hancock Center. This is the story of Spider-Dan Goodwin, who was kind enough to let me interview him for this episode.Dan Goodwin:www.dangoodwin.cowww.tripleblack.com"Chemo Crazy" the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chemo-crazy-lessons-from-a-stage-four-cancer-survivor/id1481134448"Chemo Crazy" the book: https://amzn.to/3XcwLfiChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod@gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Music From This Episode Includes:Degenerate Blues by Alexander NakaradaLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4781-degenerate-bluesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4372-slow-burnLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Nile's Blues by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4134-nile-s-bluesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Cold Sober by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/3523-cold-soberLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show

Send us a textIn the summer of 1980, two new large entertainment venues, one indoor and one outdoor, opened in the Chicago area at which those seeking amusement could see live music and more. Both of those and many others made for a busy summer of entertainment in the Greatest City in the World.Want to help support the show for a one-time donation of a few bucks? Buy Me 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 - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):Chicago Music Scene: 1960s and 1970s by Dean Milanohttps://amzn.to/3YzY7NAChicago Blues: The City & The Music by Mike Rowhttps://amzn.to/3Yyq7kyJoy and Fear: The Beatles, Chicago, and the 1960s by John F. Lyonshttps://amzn.to/2NcJfUsYou're With Stupid: kranky, Chicago, and the Reinvention of Indie Music by Bruce Adamshttps://amzn.to/3QxLRuLMove On Up: Chicago Soul Music and Black Cultural Power by Aaron Cohenhttps://amzn.to/442M3W1 (Paperback)https://amzn.to/3OTxnV1 (Audiobook - FREE with your membership!)Not an Audible member? Start a FREE trial today: https://amzn.to/3OTxnV1Want to enjoy outdoor movies this season? Here's the gear I use:Epson 1080p Projector:https://amzn.to/3qfGvcI120" Projector Screenhttps://amzn.to/3BWDmRpChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks  AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

Send us a textIt is the 30th anniversary of one of the BEST action films shot in the Greatest City in the World, so today Kelli from Chicago Movie Tours and I are talking about all things "The Fugitive" in Chicago.The train derailment scene (North Carolina): https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/the-fugitive-train-wreck-sylva-north-carolina Show your support of the show 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 - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):The Fugitive: 20th Anniversary Edition (Blu-Ray)https://amzn.to/44bGLrzThe Fugitive: The Complete 1960s TV Serieshttps://amzn.to/3QIZpnB3 Chuck Norris Favorites (Code of Silence/Lone Wolf McQuaid/Delta Force)https://amzn.to/3DK9jxyAbove The Lawhttps://amzn.to/3QnlM1DUnder Siegehttps://amzn.to/45eRTERWant to enjoy outdoor movies this season? Here's the gear I use:Epson 1080p Projector:https://amzn.to/3qfGvcI120" Projector Screenhttps://amzn.to/3BWDmRpChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks  AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

Send us a textAn archive episode from way back in August 2020. Enjoy!There was a time you could sit in your car and watch a movie on a giant screen. Crazy, I know. Wait - what? Drive-ins still exist? In this episode we discuss drive-in movies and their history in the Chicagoland area.Additional Reading (your purchase using this link helps support the podcast):Drive-in Theaters: A History from Their Inception in 1933 by Kerry Seagrave (https://amzn.to/2EsQjbv)Chicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.podpage.com/chicago-history-podcast/https://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Support the show

Send us a textI had the pleasure of speaking with local author Jessica Mlinaric about her book Chicago Scavenger: The Ultimate Search for Chicago's Hidden Treasures. Have a listen, and get a copy of the book for yourself!Chicago Scavenger: The Ultimate Search for Chicago's Hidden Treasures by Jessica Mlinarichttps://amzn.to/3K7WJvoSecret Chicago: A Guide To The Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure by Jessica Mlinarichttps://amzn.to/3pSrHRxNot For Tourists Guide To Chicago by Varioushttps://amzn.to/44BVMDJChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks  AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Support the show

Send us a textThe Chicago area has seen many weather events that have resulted in catastrophic destruction and death. Today's we're discussing Chicago's Terrifying Tornadoes.Show your support of the show 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 - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):10000mAh NOAA/AM/FM Solar Emergency Weather Radio with Crankhttps://amzn.to/3PS9mytTornado Hunter: Getting Inside the Most Violent Storms on Earth by Stefan Bechtelhttps://amzn.to/3DgpYIOStorm Warning: The Story of a Killer Tornado by Nancy Mathishttps://amzn.to/3rvqShVWant to enjoy outdoor movies this season? Here's the gear I use:Epson 1080p Projector:https://amzn.to/3qfGvcI120" Projector Screenhttps://amzn.to/3BWDmRpChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks  AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

Send us a textChicago introduced the first ever Ferris Wheel at the World's Fair of 1893, but... whatever happened to it? Listen for the full story.Want to help support the show? Buy me a coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryAffiliate Links (anything you buy - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show):3D Wood Ferris Wheel Building Kit Puzzlehttps://amzn.to/3JPdgV3Mr. Ferris and His Wheel by Kathryn Gibbs Davis and Gilbert Ford (ages 5-9)https://amzn.to/43gKxz2The 50 Biggest Ferris Wheels Ever Built: Guide to the World's Largest Observation Wheels by Nick Weisenbergerhttps://amzn.to/44DbsGHFREE with Kindle Unlimited Try Amazon Kindle Unlimited for FREE here: https://amzn.to/2WsP1GHLooking to get out and explore Chicago and learn about movies? Kelli at Chicago Movie Tours has got you covered:chicagomovietours.comSummertime Outdoor Movies? Here's the gear I use:Epson 1080p Projector:https://amzn.to/3qfGvcI120" Projector Screenhttps://amzn.to/3BWDmRpLove the podcast? Leave us a review!https://lovethepodcast.com/chicagohistorypodChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod@gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

Send us a textWith Chicago air quality ranging from "Unhealthy" to "Very Unhealthy" to "Downright Unbreathable" most of this week, I thought I'd drag out this episode from the archives.During a time of tuberculosis and cholera taking a deadly toll on Chicago's children, "Fresh Air" sanitariums were built to help provide children and mothers relief from the heat, with access to food, milk, and health services. One of those buildings was built on a man-made island, and both the building and island are still in use today.Want to help support the show? Buy me a coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryAffiliate Links (anything you buy - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show):Medify MA-40-UV Air Purifier with True HEPA H14 Filter + UV Light (in White or Black)https://amzn.to/46n7LGCLement KN95 Black Face Masks (50 count)https://amzn.to/3Nx9XTmSecond City Sinners: True Crime From Historic Chicago's Deadly Streets  by Jon Seidelhttps://amzn.to/3g5n1jsUnknown Chicago Tales by John R. Schmidthttps://amzn.to/3x6GgPhAmazon Prime Video:H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer directed by John Borowskihttps://amzn.to/3gr8AF9Looking to get out and explore Chicago and learn about movies? Kelli at Chicago Movie Tours has got you covered:chicagomovietours.comSummertime Outdoor Movies? Here's the gear I use:Epson 1080p Projector:https://amzn.to/3qfGvcI120" Projector Screenhttps://amzn.to/3BWDmRpLove the podcast? Leave us a review!https://lovethepodcast.com/chicagohistorypodChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod@gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Chicago-History-Podcast-107482214277883https://twitter.com/chicago_podhttps://www.instagram.com/chicagohistorypod/Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

Send us a textA little more from the Archie's interview and GOOD NEWS for fans of vintage signs in Chicago.Archie's Bar: https://www.facebook.com/ArchiesBarShow your support of the show 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.MO4APpJH1kNeed music for YOUR projects? Audiio has got you covered. Try a free trial here:https://audiio.com/pricing?oid=1&affid=481Anything purchased through the links below may generate a small commission for this podcast at no cost to you and help offset production costs.BOOKS:Beer Lover's Chicago: Best Breweries, Brewpubs and Beer Bars by Karl Klockarshttps://amzn.to/40qd9G2Chicago Beer: A History of Brewing, Public Drinking, and the Corner Bar by June Skinner Sawyershttps://amzn.to/3JXxpt1Try Amazon Kindle Unlimited for FREE here: https://amzn.to/2WsP1GHChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comChicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjksSupport the showSupport the show

Send us a textA family-run corner bar in Humboldt Park celebrating 80 years of being in business? One location, yet so many stories. Guest host: Tyler HenryArchie's Bar: https://www.facebook.com/ArchiesBarShow your support of the show 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.MO4APpJH1kNeed music for YOUR projects? Audiio has got you covered. Try a free trial here:https://audiio.com/pricing?oid=1&affid=481Anything purchased through the links below may generate a small commission for this podcast at no cost to you and help offset production costs.BOOKS:Beer Lover's Chicago: Best Breweries, Brewpubs and Beer Bars by Karl Klockarshttps://amzn.to/40qd9G2Chicago Beer: A History of Brewing, Public Drinking, and the Corner Bar by June Skinner Sawyershttps://amzn.to/3JXxpt1Try Amazon Kindle Unlimited for FREE here: https://amzn.to/2WsP1GHChicago History Podcast Clothing, Mugs, Totes, & More (your purchase helps support the podcast):https://www.teepublic.com/user/chicago-history-podcasthttps://teespring.com/stores/chicago-history-podcastChicago History Podcast (chicagohistorypod AT gmail.com):https://www.chicagohistorypod.comChicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjksSupport the show