In this conversation, Tom Barnas discusses various topics including music, food, sports, and Chicago landmarks. He talks about his experiences at Windy City Smokeout, a country music festival, and his visit to Paisley Park, the home and studio of Prince. He also shares his thoughts on the book 'Last Comiskey' which explores the history of Comiskey Park, the former home of the Chicago White Sox. Additionally, he mentions the EatsCon culinary event and the Go Green Plaza in Inglewood. Overall, the conversation covers a range of cultural and entertainment topics related to Chicago.

Tom Barnas shares his experiences and stories from his travels around Chicago and beyond. He talks about his visit to Galena, Illinois, home of the Field of Dreams movie location, and the Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa. He also mentions the cozy Duck Inn in Bridgeport and the Illuminarium at Navy Pier. Tom reflects on the importance of war memorials and the significance of freedom on the 4th of July. He concludes by mentioning his conversation with author Jeff Hoffman and upcoming stories on his websit

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnas discusses various topics related to Chicago, including the history of Superdawg, the origin of the Italian beef sandwich, the story of Judy Garland's ruby slippers, the challenges faced by small businesses like Heritage Bikes and Coffee, and the unique performance style of the band Future Islands.

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnas talks about various stories and places in Chicago. He mentions the Punchbowl Social in the West Loop, Lake Geneva and the mailboat jumpers, the Electric Funeral Bar in Bridgeport, Local Goods Chicago, the Hardcore Hearse Club, and his experience organizing block parties at WGN and CBS. Tom emphasizes the uniqueness and positive aspects of Chicago and encourages people to appreciate the city.

This podcast episode covers several stories from Chicago, including the 48th anniversary of The Alley, a jewelry business turned punk store. It also discusses Kuma's Corner, a unique burger joint known for its heavy metal theme, and the Winnetka Music Festival, started by Val Heller of ValsList.com. The episode concludes with a mention of the Summer Camp Sketch Comedy Show and the I Am a Man mural in Bucktown Wicker Park

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnas talks about various experiences he had in and around Chicago. He mentions visiting a retro cocktail bar called Common Decency, posting a story about the origins of Memorial Day, exploring Omaha, Nebraska, and discovering the history of balloon bombs during World War II. He also discusses a book called 'Made in Chicago' that highlights the origins of popular local foods, a horror-themed coffee shop called The Brood, and the Pullman neighborhood and its historical significance.

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnas interviews two amazing women: Amy Bazzari, author of 'The Best Hits on the Blues Highway,' and Cindy Fee, the voice behind the Golden Girls theme song. Tom also discusses the history of Chess Records and its influence on the Rolling Stones. He covers other topics such as the Bluey exhibit, summer festivals in Chicago, and the reopening of Castaways restaurant at North Avenue Beach. The episode concludes with a random story about the bronze ducks on Milwaukee's Riverwalk.

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnes discusses various topics including Amy Bazzari's book about the Blues Highway, Lottie's Pub in Bucktown, and his recent experiences in Naperville at Go Brewing and Cocoa Beach Pier. He also highlights the artwork of Jim Bachor and the art of tufting at Pop Craft Studios in Uptown. Tom emphasizes the importance of celebrating local gems like Lottie's Pub and encourages people to explore the community and support small businesses.