The Burnham Plan of Chicago stands as a clear example of an era when wealthy power players used their influence to shape the city, believing, at least in part, that their vision would serve the public good. Were they always right? Not necessarily. But given the choice, I’ll take an ambitious parks system over another phallic rocket launched into space any day. Read the show notes here! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" h...

77 Flavors of Chicago

Sara Faddah & Dario Durham

The Plan of Chicago Pt. 1: Parks, Power, and the People Who Drew It

MAR 30, 202658 MIN
77 Flavors of Chicago

The Plan of Chicago Pt. 1: Parks, Power, and the People Who Drew It

MAR 30, 202658 MIN

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The Burnham Plan of Chicago stands as a clear example of an era when wealthy power players used their influence to shape the city, believing, at least in part, that their vision would serve the public good. Were they always right? Not necessarily. But given the choice, I’ll take an ambitious parks system over another phallic rocket launched into space any day.Read the show notes here! Send us Fan MailSupport the showAlso, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!!If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please email us at ⁠[email protected] US ON YOUTUBE ⁠HERE⁠!Visit our *NEW* website ⁠https://www.77flavors.orgFollow us on IG:77 Flavors of Chicago ⁠@77flavorschi⁠Dario ⁠dariodurhamphotoSara @sarafaddah