This curated episode from WBEZ and Comedy Central’s South Side Stories explores why every Harold’s chicken tastes different.
Curious City - Chicago’s ‘Dibs’ Tradition Can Get Dirty, And Even Dangerous
Police records show that dibs disputes have led to everything from broken mirrors to life-threatening acts of retaliation.
Curious City - Chicago’s ‘Dibs’ Tradition Can Get Dirty, And Even Dangerous
Police records show that dibs disputes have led to everything from broken mirrors to life-threatening acts of retaliation.
Byzantium And The Crusades - Manzikert 1071 Episode 1 A New Hero
This podcast series is about the Battle of Manzikert. With excerpts taken from The Byzantine World War by Nick Holmes, it tries to unravel what really happened at Manzikert, a battle that changed history.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
Curious City - Who Wrote The Song About The Cow That Started The Great Chicago Fire?
It’s sung everywhere from summer camps to soccer games. We dig into the song’s contested origins, and how it became such a hit.
Curious City - Who Wrote The Song About The Cow That Started The Great Chicago Fire?
It’s sung everywhere from summer camps to soccer games. We dig into the song’s contested origins, and how it became such a hit.
Curious City - From Chop Suey Houses To Saloons: What Was Chicago’s Foodie Scene Like In The Early 20th Century?
From raw celery to “milk toast,” we explore the biggest food fads of the era — and the restaurants that served them.
Curious City - From Chop Suey Houses To Saloons: What Was Chicago’s Foodie Scene Like In The Early 20th Century?
From raw celery to “milk toast,” we explore the biggest food fads of the era — and the restaurants that served them.
Curious City - Red Line To Your Heart: What Makes Chicago’s Dating Scene Distinct?
We explore a phenomenon called “cuffing” and the (short) lengths Chicagoans will go for love.
Curious City - Red Line To Your Heart: What Makes Chicago’s Dating Scene Distinct?
We explore a phenomenon called “cuffing” and the (short) lengths Chicagoans will go for love.