Bästa Friends Of The Chicago River podcaster (2024)

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Trailer | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 1:06

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Welcome to "Audio Guide Chicago | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day," your ultimate companion to discovering the most iconic sights and landmarks of Chicago in just one day! This carefully crafted tour starts at the bustling Navy Pier and ends with a breathtaking view of the night sky at Adler Planetarium. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Ch…

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Intro | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 1:38

22d ago1:38

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Welcome to "Audio Guide Chicago | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day," your ultimate companion to discovering the most iconic sights and landmarks of Chicago in just one day! This carefully crafted tour starts at the bustling Navy Pier and ends with a breathtaking view of the night sky at Adler Planetarium. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Ch…

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🎡🌊 Navy Pier | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:20

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Navy Pier 🎡🌊 Ahoy, explorer! If you’re visiting Navy Pier, you’re in for a treat! This iconic Chicago landmark offers stunning views of Lake Michigan, a variety of dining and entertainment options, and plenty of attractions for all ages. Whether you're hopping on the famous Centennial Wheel, catching a live performance, or just enjoying a lakeside …

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🎨🏛️ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 5:26

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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago 🎨🏛️ Hey, art aficionado! Ready to dive into some cutting-edge creativity? The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) is one of the largest contemporary art museums in the country, featuring thought-provoking exhibits, groundbreaking performances, and an ever-evolving collection of modern art. Whether you’re into…

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🏙️🌅 360 Chicago Observation Deck | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:38

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360 Chicago Observation Deck 🏙️🌅 Hey there, adventurer! If you're looking for the ultimate view of Chicago, the 360 Chicago Observation Deck on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building is the place to be. From breathtaking skyline views to the thrilling TILT experience, this spot offers a unique way to see the city and Lake Michigan from above. …

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🛍️✨ The Magnificent Mile | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:04

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The Magnificent Mile 🛍️✨ Hey, shopper and explorer! The Magnificent Mile is Chicago’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district, stretching along Michigan Avenue. Whether you’re here to browse luxury boutiques, grab a delicious meal, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere, this bustling mile offers something for everyone. Here's your ulti…

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🌊🌇 Chicago Riverwalk | Walking Tour of London in a Day 6:15

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Chicago Riverwalk 🌊🌇 Hey, explorer! The Chicago Riverwalk is one of the most scenic and vibrant spots in the city, offering breathtaking views of the iconic skyline, plenty of places to eat, drink, and relax, and endless opportunities for photos and adventures. Whether you're walking, biking, or just sitting by the water, this urban oasis is the pe…

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🎭🎶 Chicago Theatre | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:15

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Chicago Theatre 🎭🎶 Hey, theater fan! The Chicago Theatre is one of the city’s most iconic and historic landmarks, and it’s a must-see whether you’re catching a live performance or just passing by to admire the grand architecture. From its glowing marquee to its stunning interior, this legendary venue is the heart of Chicago’s vibrant performing art…

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🏛️🎭 Chicago Cultural Center | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 5:08

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Chicago Cultural Center 🏛️🎭 Hey, culture lover! The Chicago Cultural Center is a hidden gem and a must-visit if you’re in the Loop. It’s a stunning building packed with art exhibits, free events, and performances, plus it houses the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world! Whether you're here for the architecture, the history, or just to soak in so…

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🎶🏙️ Jay Pritzker Pavilion | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 5:47

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Jay Pritzker Pavilion 🎶🏙️ Hey, music and architecture lovers! The Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park is not just a stunning work of art; it’s also one of the best outdoor concert venues in the world. Designed by Frank Gehry, this pavilion is the cultural heart of Chicago’s music scene, offering everything from classical concerts to indie perf…

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🌳🎶 Millennium Park | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:14

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Millennium Park 🌳🎶 Hey there, explorer! Ready to experience one of Chicago’s most vibrant and dynamic spaces? Millennium Park isn’t just a park—it’s a cultural hub filled with iconic art, gorgeous gardens, and lively performances. Whether you’re here to snap a selfie with "The Bean" or catch a free concert, this guide will help you navigate all the…

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🎨🏛️ The Art Institute of Chicago | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 5:34

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The Art Institute of Chicago 🎨🏛️ Hey, art lover! Visiting The Art Institute of Chicago is like stepping into a world of creative genius—from ancient sculptures to modern masterpieces, this museum is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts. Whether you’re a fan of Impressionism, contemporary art, or ancient artifacts, there’s something here for everyon…

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🏛️✨ The Rookery Building | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 7:29

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The Rookery Building 🏛️✨ Hey, architecture enthusiast! If you’re into iconic, historic buildings, The Rookery Building is an absolute must-see while you’re exploring downtown Chicago. Known for its stunning architectural design and a major renovation by Frank Lloyd Wright, this hidden gem in the Loop offers a glimpse into Chicago’s rich architectur…

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🏙️🌆 Willis Tower Skydeck (Buy Tickets in advance) | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:42

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Willis Tower Skydeck 🏙️🌆 Hey, thrill-seeker! Ready to take your Chicago adventure to new heights? The Willis Tower Skydeck offers some of the best views in the entire city—and trust me, you won’t forget stepping out onto "The Ledge"! Whether you’re here for the breathtaking skyline or the daring glass-floor experience, here’s everything you need to…

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⛲🌇 Buckingham Fountain | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 7:12

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Buckingham Fountain ⛲🌇 Hey there, Chicago adventurer! Ready to visit one of the city’s most iconic and picturesque landmarks? Buckingham Fountain, located in the heart of Grant Park, is a must-see stop for anyone exploring the Windy City. Here’s your complete guide to making the most of your visit, from where to grab a snack to the best spots for p…

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🦖🏛️ Field Museum | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 6:43

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Field Museum 🦖🏛️ Hey, curious explorer! Ready to step into a world of ancient wonders and natural history? The Field Museum is a Chicago gem, packed with everything from towering dinosaurs to ancient mummies. Here’s your personal guide to making the most of your visit with all the insider tips, dining spots, and hidden gems. Let’s dig in! 🌍🦕 1. Goo…

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🐠🐢 Shedd Aquarium | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 7:14

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Shedd Aquarium 🐠🐢 Hey there, Chicago adventurer! Planning a day at Shedd Aquarium? You're in for an amazing underwater experience. Here are all the best tips, from how to get there to where to grab a bite nearby, so you can make the most of your visit! Let’s dive in! 🌊🐟 1. Google Maps Link 🗺️ Navigate your way to Shedd with this link: Shedd Aquariu…

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🌌🔭 Adler Planetarium | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 4:59

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Adler Planetarium 🌌🔭 Hey there, fellow Chicago explorer! If you're planning a visit to the Adler Planetarium, I’ve got you covered with some insider tips and handy info to make your trip even more awesome. Let’s dive right in! 🚀 1. Google Maps Link 🗺️ Here’s your quick link to Adler Planetarium on Google Maps: Adler Planetarium 2. Nearest Subway St…

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Outro | Walking Tour of Chicago in a Day 1:51

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Thanks for joining us on this tour. If we helped you with our audio guide, please be so kind to give us a good rating on the podcast-network of your choice. Thanks in advance!Av Orello

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Nature Inspires Art 44:20

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In this episode of Inside, Out & About we explore the confluence of nature and art with acclaimed artist Ben Miller and Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie. Miller works in a unique painting style with a rod and reel in a process he calls "fly cast painting." In the spring of 2022 Friends of the Chicago River hosted Mil…

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STORY 12: The Beauty of Dark Sky Places 27:51

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In this episode we speak with Ashley Wislon the director of conservation for the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). In 2021, the IDA named Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Palos Preserves, in partnership with the Adler Planetarium, as the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world. The Palos Preserves is part of the largest area of protecte…

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An Opportunity for Water in Cities 40:13

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In this episode of Inside, Out & About we are joined by Mary Pat McGuire, associate professor of landscape architecture at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and director of Water Lab. McGuire talks about the relationship between water and pavement, and the vital need to rethink our overreliance on impervious paved surfaces. She details…

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Episode 10 Inspiring Leaders and Ideas 22:26

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Our Inside, Out & About series is expanding in its second year to feature people whose work inspires action and advocacy for the natural world; advancing ideas and strategies of how we can all work together to and improve and protect the river system for people, plants, and animals. The featured guests on the first episode of this year’s series are…

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Students learn from the Chicago River 25:16

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Solorio Academy High School chemistry and environmental science teacher Greta Kringle - the 2019 recipient of our Educator of the Year award - successfully uses the Chicago River as a teaching tool to help her students learn science develop a sense of stewardship for the river and its wildlife. In this episode, Kringle discusses her passion for tea…

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Crooked Creek, A Flowing Beauty 35:49

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Traversing through the Palos Preserves of southwest Cook County, Illinois – the largest concentration of preserved land in the Forest Preserves of the county– is beautiful Crooked Creek. A winding tributary to the Cal-Sag Channel, which is a part of the Chicago River system, Crooked Creek and the surrounding land are fertile habitat for dragonflies…

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Whistler Woods 40:31

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In this episode we take you on a journey to Whistler Woods in south suburban Riverdale, Illinois, just outside of Chicago. The 137-acre forest preserve along the Little Calumet River is an excellent site to see a wide diversity of bird species and to explore the historic Major Taylor Trail named for Marshall “Major” Taylor, who was an African-Ameri…

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Wampum Lake 37:15

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Wampum Lake forest preserve is located in south suburban Cook County near Thornton, Illinois. At 412-acres it includes the Wampum Lake Nature Preserve, a mosaic of sand seep, freshwater marsh, dry-mesic upland forest, wet floodplain forest and an eroding bluff community located along Thorn Creek which runs through the west side of the preserve and …

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Big Marsh Park 48:09

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Hosted by Friends’ Executive Director Margaret Frisbie, this episode includes interviews with Stephen Bell, park supervisor for Big Marsh Park, who discusses the history and restoration efforts at Big Marsh as well as upcoming plans. Chicago sound artist, designer and composer Norman Long, also discusses sound art production using field recording, …

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LaBagh Woods 54:31

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One of Chicago's wildest places, LaBagh Woods in located on the Upper North Branch of the Chicago River on city's Northwest Side. In this episode Liza Lehrer, Assistant Director, Urban Wildlife Institute and Chicago Lead at the Urban Wildlife Information Network, discusses the Chicago region's native bats species that like the river-edge places suc…

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Beaubien Woods 47:00

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In this episode Chris Anchor, senior wildlife biologist for the Forest Preserves of Cook County, discusses how osprey are increasing along the Chicago River system due to a FPCC program that has installed about 20 constructed osprey nesting platforms so far. From Openlands, Aquatic Ecologist Laura Barghusen, and Education and Community Outreach Coo…

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Inside, Out & About: Bubbly Creek 1:12:41

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Hosted by Friends’ Executive Director Margaret Frisbie, this episode includes interviews with Emmy Award-winning public television writer, producer, and program host Geoffrey Baer; Elizabeth Kolbert, Pulitzer-prize winning author of The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History; and James Burns, president of the South Branch Park Advisory Council. Bae…

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Inside, Out & About 58:04

3+ y ago58:04

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Join Friends of the Chicago River’s Executive Director Margaret Frisbie on a journey to the Kickapoo Woods Forest Preserve on the banks of the Little Calumet River in the Chicago suburb of Riverdale. Get to know Bridgehouse Museum Director Josh Coles and volunteer site steward and former Chicago Public School teacher June Webb as they explore the s…

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Inside, Out & About 1:00:56

3+ y ago1:00:56

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In this episode Friends of the Chicago River's Executive Director Margaret Frisbie explores the history and natural history of the Chicago Portage National Historic Site which was a critical transit point between the Mississippi and the Great Lakes. Joining Frisbie are Gary Mechanic, founder of Friends of the Chicago Portage; Ben Goldfarb, author o…

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