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The grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastA Review by grandrapidslocalhistory - ”Hidden History of Grand Rapids” by Matthew A. EllisMatthew A. Ellis' new book barely scratches the surface of unseen history in Grand Rapids. We discuss Matt's favorite section, potential sculptures for Calder Plaza, and wonder what you might have in the basement.
2023-01-0938 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastOld Buildings Around TownWe chat about some great old buildings around town. As usual, a few other topics, including what the Gillette Bridge was used for, are discussed. We also issue our first correction - what mistake was made this time?
2021-09-2042 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastEducation in Grand RapidsWe touch on the history of schools, schooling, and living in Grand Rapids over the years.
2021-05-141h 05The grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastHow Islands Became 201 MarketWe'll zipline back into the past to explore the future. Islands in the Grand River became useful land for the City, baseball fans, and thrifty shoppers but we don't quite know what the future holds.
2021-03-0537 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastA Brief, Incomplete History of AnimalsMooo...ve this episode to the front. Matthew points to pigs in the early city, and Jess provides a purr-fect history of fire dogs.
2021-02-0134 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastOur Holiday Mini-sodeWe put together a mini-episode for the holidays this year. Please, steer clear of any crazy sledding!
2020-12-2321 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastOur Spooky Episode*Here's the full episode. It's almost as if...something...didn't want their story told.*
This episode will put you in high spirits as we discuss spooky places and stories around town.
2020-10-311h 20The grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastA Brief History of Communications in Grand RapidsThis episode touches on communication forms in Grand Rapids. From the first telephone line to amateur radio and a bizarre karaoke session on GVSU's campus, we cover it all. Aliens are discussed along with WLAV's infamous river raft races.
2020-10-221h 04The grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastGardens in Grand RapidsWe discover how gardens grew into their own, wonder why there's no Iris Festival, and send positive thoughts to Jess' basil.
2020-08-1457 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastHow Medical Mile Came To Be - A History of HospitalsWe talk about the evolution of hospitals in Grand Rapids, the city's ties to the goal of polio eradication, and we take a quick detour to cemeteries.
2020-07-171h 13The grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastWhy Walker? Annexation from 1837 - PresentRecording remotely, we talk about how annexation shaped Grand Rapids and the surrounding communities. Meijer's bulk food section and Matthew's puppy make guest appearances, as well.
2020-04-2250 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastProhibition, Brewing, and BeerWe talk about the history of Prohibition in Grand Rapids, when brewing started in Beer City, Jess gives us some lessons in brewing, and for some reason, Matthew has never heard of Full House.
2020-03-201h 05The grandrapidslocalhistory's Podcast100th Anniversary of the 19th AmendmentOn this episode, we talk about women's history, suffrage, farmers markets, and a bit more.
2020-03-0751 minThe grandrapidslocalhistory's PodcastThe USS Grand RapidsIn our pilot episode, we talk about the USS Grand Rapids, the Grand River, the Works Progress Aministration, and Matthew gets an education in vinyl records.
2020-02-2844 min