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Explore the BACKSTORY behind some of the most intriguing tales in history, culture, religion and science from Chicago and beyond. 

Backstory with Larry Potash WGN-TV

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    • 4.9 • 120 Ratings

Explore the BACKSTORY behind some of the most intriguing tales in history, culture, religion and science from Chicago and beyond. 

    The Hidden Meanings Embedded all over ‘It’s a Wonderful Life'

    The Hidden Meanings Embedded all over ‘It’s a Wonderful Life'

    There are several stories hidden within the making of the holiday classic, "It's a Wonderful Life."

    • 10 min
    The Deadliest Maritime Disaster in U.S. History

    The Deadliest Maritime Disaster in U.S. History

    A man finds out his ancestor was a passenger on the Sultana steamboat and survives when the boat explodes.

    • 9 min
    The Chicago Movie Pioneer Who Revolutionized an Entire Industry

    The Chicago Movie Pioneer Who Revolutionized an Entire Industry

    How the silent movie industry grew in Chicago before heading west to Hollywood.

    • 9 min
    THE MAN WHO TOOK ON LAKE MICHIGAN

    THE MAN WHO TOOK ON LAKE MICHIGAN

    A man with unathletic habits achieves what many thought was impossible.

    • 7 min
    THE PIONEERING CUBS OWNER WHO LOST IT ALL

    THE PIONEERING CUBS OWNER WHO LOST IT ALL

    How former Cubs owner Charlie Murphy bought the team, achieved success, and had his legacy ruined.

    • 7 min
    THE "SECRET SIX" WHO HELPED BRING DOWN CAPONE

    THE "SECRET SIX" WHO HELPED BRING DOWN CAPONE

    A man shares how his grandfather took on Al Capone as a member of The Secret Six

    • 7 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
120 Ratings

120 Ratings

Ciccio0420 ,

Very intuitive.

I really enjoy the informative topics.

Trudy112233 ,

Informative & Entertaining

Interesting approach to news stories that’s well-presented by the host. Thank you.

Jack_McCoy ,

Great Stories

These are quick, fascinating and fun documentaries about American history, typically with a Chicago connection. Well-narrated, good music, great interviews. The humanity in all the stories shines through.

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