Great Travel School
Each season, we take a deep dive into the stories of art, architecture, history, and culture, one city at a time.
Together, we'll uncover the people, ideas, and moments that shaped each city into the place it is today.
Whether you're planning your first visit, traveling with your family, exploring from home, or simply love learning about the world, each season is designed to help you experience a city in a richer, more meaningful way.
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Wrigley Field: Where History and Baseball Collide
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You don't have to love baseball to love Wrigley Field. I certainly didn't.
In this episode, we're exploring how a little ballpark built more than 100 years ago became the heart of an entire community. Along the way, we'll uncover the surprising history of Wrigley Field, the hand-operated scoreboard, the famous ivy, the Curse of the Billy Goat, and the generations of fans who turned a baseball stadium into one of America's most beloved landmarks.
Because this episode isn't really about baseball. It's about history, tradition, and the unexpected ways we fall in love with places. Especially when we experience them through someone who already has.
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