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Front Page Gold, Footnote Dilemma: The Eastland’s Mixed Legacy
Season 2 Episode 88
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Hey everyone! I'm excited to share some fascinating discoveries about how Chicago newspapers covered the Eastland disaster in 1915. T…
1 year, 10 months ago
Bones, History, Heart: Helen Sclair’s Death Quest
Season 2 Episode 87
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Introducing Helen Sclair: In this episode, I explore the life of Helen Sclair, a unique and quirky “cemetery-ologi…
1 year, 11 months ago
Bohemian Rhapsody - Forgotten by the River, Remembered at the Cemetery
Season 2 Episode 86
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In this episode, we explore the rich history and legacy of Chicago’s Bohemian National Cemetery—a place that’s so much more than a re…
1 year, 11 months ago
Eastland 101: How NOT to Lose a History in 100 Years
Season 2 Episode 85
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Welcome to Episode 85 of Flower in the River, where we dig deep into the enduring impact of the 1915 Eastland Disaster on Chicago and…
1 year, 11 months ago
From Eastland Witness to Radio Legend: John Griggs’ Journey
Season 2 Episode 84
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In this episode (84), I explore the intriguing life of John Griggs, a talented actor from the Golden Age of Radio and Television—and …
1 year, 11 months ago
Community, Compassion, and Jewish Values: Lessons from the Eastland’s Waters
Season 2 Episode 83
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Welcome back to Flower in the River podcast! In this episode, we dive into the coverage of the 1915 Eastland disaster through The Sen…
1 year, 11 months ago
Immediate Ink, Enduring Impact - Eastland's Dual Narrative
Season 2 Episode 82
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In this episode, I continue exploring the Eastland disaster coverage, focusing on articles from The Scoop, featuring the Chicago Dail…
2 years ago
Tickers Tapping, Phones Ringing: Women Racing to Break the Eastland Tragedy
Episode 81
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Eastland Disaster on Chicago Med
The TV show Chicago Med referenced the Eastland disaster in its Season 10 premiere.Jenny Jose’s artic…2 years ago
Alive & Anxious: Frank Escapes, Amelia Waits
Season 2 Episode 80
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Step into a time machine and find yourself on the misty banks of the Chicago River in 1915. The air is thick with anticipation as tho…
2 years ago
Badge-Worthy Bravery and the Journalist Who Missed the Boat
Season 2 Episode 79
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What if a single event could forever change the fate of countless families and a whole city? Join us this week as we unravel the unto…
2 years ago