Chicago History Podcast

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

Send us a textSpecial guest Mike McMains (Tours with Mike) helps me break down the history of Chicago LGBTQ Pride Events. Enjoy!See the city in an all new way on a Tours with Mike tour!https://tourswithmike.com/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):Queer Legacies: Stories from Chicago's LGBTQ Archives by John D'Emiliohttps://amzn.to/42zCf5gLast Call Chicago: A History of 1001 LGBTQ-Friendly Taverns, Haunts & Hangouts by Rick Karlin and St Sukie De La Croixhttps://amzn.to/43NQZ1mChicago LGBTQ Gay Pride Rainbow Skyline T-Shirthttps://amzn.to/3oMSzSsChicago Flag LGBTQ Gay Pride Tank Tophttps://amzn.to/42ut45XThinking about outdoor movies? 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 textTwo murders. One paved the way for fingerprint use to determine the identity of a criminal. The other cut short the life of a farmer. Those responsible for the horrible deeds ended up in the same place.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):Suspect Identities: A History of Fingerprinting and Criminal Identification by Simon A. Colehttps://amzn.to/43Edju7Unmasked: My Life Solving America's Cold Cases by Paul Holeshttps://amzn.to/3Nb8q6EThinking about outdoor movies? 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 textOne from the archives for your Memorial Day weekend listening. Enjoy.It was an industry that at one time employed 700,000 workers, including 200,000 here in the Chicago area. Italians, Poles, Mexicans, African Americans, and others willing to put in a long and sometimes dangerous day’s work found good pay and a career working at the steel mills. Then gradually, it went away… but not before one fateful Memorial Day protest turned deadly.YouTube Short: Chicago's U.S. Steel South Works and Steelworker's Park (Then and Now)https://youtu.be/20dc56meKG8PBS: Memorial Day Massacre: Workers Die, Film Buried https://www.pbs.org/video/memorial-day-massacre-workers-die-film-buried-3hzo89/Affiliate Links (anything you buy - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):Memorial Day Massacre: Workers Die, Film Buried by Greg Mitchellhttps://amzn.to/45PIy7J1937 Chicago Steel Strike: Blood On The Prairie, The by John F. Hoganhttps://amzn.to/3vh6spFBlood On Steel: Chicago Steelworkers and the Strike of 1937 by Michael Dennishttps://amzn.to/3v9XXNfSteelworker's Park:https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/steelworkers-parkChicago Lakeside: Imagine (with Bill Kurtis)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Po53cnuHlgIllinois Labor History Society Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q3RUGLfFv0Mollie West Describes the Memorial Day Massacre:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sO1siAQlWA&t=9sThinking about outdoor movies? 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@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