Chicago History — Points of Interest by Autio
Autio
Rapid growth, industrial power, political experimentation, cultural identity, and catastrophe converge in the events that shaped Chicago and the greater Midwest.
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
Rapid growth, industrial power, political experimentation, cultural identity, and catastrophe converge in the events that shaped Chicago and the greater Midwest.
Language:
English
Episodes
Pocket Watch Empire
12/30/2025
A mistaken shipment of pocket watches spurs the origin story of one of America's most successful retail companies. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:03:15
Chicago from the Beginning
12/30/2025
Chicago. Chi-town. Second City. The Windy City. A place Frank Sinatra called, "My kind of town."
Duration:00:16:51
Early Evanston History
12/30/2025
Known for its socially liberal politics, it became one of the first cities to institute a reparations for slavery program. Narrated by Joy Nash.
Duration:00:02:32
Gary’s Founding & Early Years
12/30/2025
Steel helped build 20th century America, but steel directly birthed Gary, Indiana. Without steel, the city simply wouldn’t exist. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:36
Great Chicago Fire of 1871
12/30/2025
The devastating three day event caused over 100,000 people - 1 in 3 residents - to become homeless. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:03:03
Chicago’s Early Years
12/30/2025
During the 1840’s and 50’s, it was the world’s fastest growing city. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:50