Growing Up Wild in 1970s & 1980s Lincoln Park

About this Podcast:

What was it really like growing up in Lincoln Park, Chicago before it was bougie? In this episode, we rewind to the 1970s and 1980s, when every cracked sidewalk was a playground, every corner store knew your name, and cassette tapes were high tech. From lagoon skating behind the zoo to skitching on Clark Street, we share the games, chaos, and neighborhood stories that shaped kid life in Chicago.

Remember sneaking into the 2020 Building pool, playing kick the can until dark, or fixing your Walkman with a pencil? That’s the world we’re bringing back.

Here’s what you’ll hear: Life at Lincoln Elementary,
where every teacher knew your mom. Summer schemes, rooftop water slides, and alley baseball. Wild winters—frozen socks, bad hot chocolate, and dangerous skitching. Fashion, mixtapes, and Goldblatt’s clearance racks. Chicago hot dogs, corner stores, and CTA bus pass hacks. If you grew up in Chicago—or just love 80s nostalgia and neighborhood stories—this one’s for you.