The Chicago Tribune Tower stands as a Neo-Gothic masterpiece and a monument to the city’s fierce history of media warfare. Born from a high-stakes architectural competition in the 1920s, this landmark was designed to be a "monument to the press," featuring unique engineering feats and artistic secrets that have captivated architects and historians for nearly a century.
In this episode, we explore the hidden layers of the tower, from the secret escape hatches of Colonel McCormick to the 60-mile underground tunnel network that once delivered newspapers across the city. You will also learn about the bizarre collection of global relics embedded in its walls, its role as a private atomic bomb defense site, and the dramatic stories of high-altitude standoffs that shaped its legacy.
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