The Dill Pickle wasn’t just any old 1920s nightclub. It opened its doors to queer Chicagoans and other marginalized groups.
The Boring Talks - #35 – How Tall Are Celebrities?
Who is taller, Robbie Williams, David Duchovny or the chef James Martin? And what does being ‘solid tall’ actually mean? The writer Greg Stekelman (same height as Emilio Estevez) explores the world of online celebrity measurements.
Presenter: James Ward Contributor: Greg Stekelman Producer: Luke Doran
Curious City - The Gold Star Sardine Bar: The Rise And Fall Of A Chicago Jazz Club
The story of one Chicago grocery store tycoon’s dream for jazz music, movie stars, and bygone glamour.
Curious City - The Gold Star Sardine Bar: The Rise And Fall Of A Chicago Jazz Club
The story of one Chicago grocery store tycoon’s dream for jazz music, movie stars, and bygone glamour.
Bay Curious - Is There a San Francisco Accent?
When you think about America’s biggest cities, many have a recognizable accent. Does San Francisco have one? And no, saying 'hella' doesn't count.
The Boring Talks - #34 – Sounds of Grassroots Football
The squelch of the white line marking machine, the crack of the ball against the crossbar, the shrill cry of the full time whistle. Sound researcher Paul Whitty captures the sounds of grassroots football.
Presenter: James Ward Contributor: Paul Whitty Producer: Luke Doran
Curious City - Buying Black Then And Now: What’s The History Of Black-Owned Business Signs In Chicago?
From boycotts to hashtags, Curious City traces the history of a 150-year-old message urging the black community to support black businesses.
Curious City - Buying Black Then And Now: What’s The History Of Black-Owned Business Signs In Chicago?
From boycotts to hashtags, Curious City traces the history of a 150-year-old message urging the black community to support black businesses.
Bay Curious - Mile Rocks: A Bay Area Lighthouse Unlike Any Other
The Mile Rocks Lighthouse used to stand more than 80 feet tall guiding ships through some of the most treacherous waters in San Francisco Bay. But that was before it was automated and decapitated.
Bay Curious - From Aviators to Apps: The Evolution of Traffic Data
How do Bay Area traffic reporters do their jobs? From flying high in the 1950s to the tech-powered tools of today.