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Exploring Chicago’s Distinctive Housing Landscape
Author: Anhang LIU Program of Study: Master of Public Policy, Harris School Description: Have you been attracted by the unique and diverse houses in Chicago? If not, let's take a short journey to explore the culture and history behind those beautiful housing landscapes! Welcome to the ELI’s Finding Chicago Global Perspectives Podcast Series for AEPP 2025. I’m your host, Anhang...
Trains, Nostalgia, and Wealthy Neighborhoods in Chicago
Author: Hiroaki Hasegawa Program: Master of Public Policy(MPP) Description: The L is well known as a form of public transportation, and many people have ridden it. However, can a train that has operated for more than 100 years really be considered just a means of transportation? The author shares his reflections, drawing on his own experiences, after seeing the Red...
The Mystery of Italian Beef’s Spread
Author: Michitaka Ito Program of Study: Master of Public Policy (MPP), Harris School of Public Policy Description: This podcast is about the features, the origin, and the mystery of Italian Beef, the iconic sandwich from Chicago. I will answer “What a classic Italian Beef is”, “How you can order it”, and “How was this recipe born.” Furthermore, my podcast...
The Personalities of Chicago’s Bookstores
Author: Meng Xu Program of Study: Master of Public Policy (MPP) Description: Let’s explore Chicago’s bookstores as if they were people—each with its own personality, soul, and story to tell. Transcript: Goood morning, Good afternoon, Good evening. “Welcome to the ELI’s Finding Chicago Global Perspectives Podcast Series for AEPP 2025. I’m your host, Meng Xu, and I’m currently enrolled in the...
Beyond the Lobby: Chicago’s Haunted Congress Plaza
Author: Victoria Ribeiro Schnor Program of Study: Masters of Law (L.LM), Law School Description: What lingers in the halls of Chicago’s most haunted hotel? In this episode, I explore the Congress Plaza’s ghostly legends and hidden storys —while reflecting on how places carry memory, fear, and history. Sometimes the real mystery isn’t the ghosts themselves, but what they reveal...
Chicago Tech Scene – or the Lack Thereof?
Author: Jinghan Ma Program of study: PhD in Comparative Human Development Description: You might have heard of Silicon Valley in the Bay Area, Silicon Alley in New York City, Silicon Hills in Austin, and Silicon Forest in Seattle. Is there a Silicon something in Chicago? This podcast dives into this question by taking you to a tour at a...
The voices of Chicago
Author: María José Carvjal This podcast explores Chicago’s street art as a reflection of social issues, creativity, and collective voices. It highlights its accessibility, democratic nature, and temporary existence, inviting listeners to see the city’s walls as open-air museums where urgent messages and cultural expressions intersect. Audio: Transcript: Welcome to ELI’s Finding Chicago Global Perspective podcast series...
Squirrels in Chicago
Author: Wenyan Xu Program of Study: Postdoctoral Scholar at Biological Science Division Description: In Chicago, squirrels thrive on campus lawns and city streets, darting, eating, and adapting—revealing wildlife’s everyday place in urban life. Welcome to the ELI’s Finding Chicago Global Perspectives Podcast Series for AEPP 2025. I’m your host, Wenyan Xu, and I’m currently enrolled in the University of...
Chicago: the dog paradise
Author: Ana Paula Maia Abreu Massa Program of Study: Master of Laws (LLM), Law School Description: Who doesn't love dogs? While the care for dogs is universal, in the few weeks I've been in the city I discovered that Chicago's dog obsession is part of the city's identity. In this podcast, I'll walk you through the amazing experiences you...