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  • The First Drive: Charles Brady King and Detroit’s Quiet Beginning

    The First Drive: Charles Brady King and Detroit’s Quiet Beginning
    2026/02/18
    Feb. 18, 2026 — In this episode of Hidden in Plain Sight, Dr. Robert Livernois journeys back to a frosty morning on Belle Isle in 1896, where Charles Brady King quietly made history. Listeners will discover how King—an engineer, artist, and inventor—became the first person to drive an automobile in Detroit, guiding his handmade machine across the island’s empty roads while a curious onlooker named Henry Ford watched from the sidelines. It’s a story of imagination, grit, and the spark that ignited the Motor City long before assembly lines and mass production reshaped the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    5 分
  • The Legacy Behind Detroit’s United Sound Systems

    The Legacy Behind Detroit’s United Sound Systems
    2026/02/10
    Feb. 10, 2026 — This episode of Hidden in Plain Sight with Dr. Robert Livernois traces the rich history of Detroit’s United Sound Systems, exploring how the unassuming brick house on Second Avenue became a recording hub for artists from John Lee Hooker to Aretha Franklin. Listeners will hear how this landmark studio shaped generations of music and preserved Detroit’s creative spirit through decades of change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    7 分
  • Edgewater Park: Detroit’s Lost Playground

    Edgewater Park: Detroit’s Lost Playground
    2026/02/03
    Feb. 3, 2026 ~ Step back in time to a forgotten playground of Detroit’s West Side. In this episode, we uncover the magic of Edgewater Park, the 23‑acre amusement park that once brought joy, music, and escape to Seven Mile Road. From its roaring‑’20s debut and Depression‑era dime rides to the thunder of the Wild Beast roller coaster and Motown legends lighting up the stage, Edgewater was where Detroit came to play. Though the rides are gone and the gates long closed, the laughter, screams, and soul of the park still linger. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    5 分
  • Tommy’s: Corktown’s Hidden Past

    Tommy’s: Corktown’s Hidden Past
    2026/01/27
    Jan. 27, 2026 ~ What do a scarred wooden bar, a maze of hidden tunnels, and Detroit’s most notorious mobsters have in common? A whole lot more than you’d ever guess. In this episode, we head into Corktown’s legendary Tommy’s Bar & Grill—an unassuming neighborhood joint that has quietly witnessed the city’s most turbulent eras. From whispers of Underground Railroad escape routes weaving beneath its floorboards to Prohibition‑era smuggling schemes run by the infamous Purple Gang (with Al Capone himself dropping by), Tommy’s history reads like a secret map of Detroit’s underbelly. Join us as we descend into the hidden passages, the outlaw lore, and the rebellious spirit that still lingers beneath 3rd Street. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    5 分
  • The Guardian Building: Detroit's "Cathedral of Finance"

    The Guardian Building: Detroit's "Cathedral of Finance"
    2026/01/20
    Jan. 20, 2026 ~ What do Art Deco mosaics, secret currency plates, and experimental microwave relays have in common? A whole lot more than you'd ever guess. In this episode, we step inside Detroit’s Guardian Building — the towering “Cathedral of Finance” whose brilliant tiles, soaring arches, and quiet mysteries have watched over the city for nearly a century. It’s a witness, a keeper of secrets, and a living timeline of Detroit’s ambition, resilience, and reinvention. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    8 分
  • The Mayor Who Fought Monopolies with Potatoes

    The Mayor Who Fought Monopolies with Potatoes
    2026/01/13
    June 17, 2025 ~ What do community gardens, streetcar fares, and a Civil War shoemaker have in common? A whole lot more than you'd think! In this episode, we uncover the legacy of Hazen Pingree – the man immortalized in bronze at Grand Circus Park – whose bold ideas and relentless drive helped shape the Detroit we know today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    5 分
  • Rolling Through History: The Untold Story of the Uniroyal Tire

    Rolling Through History: The Untold Story of the Uniroyal Tire
    2026/01/06
    April 15, 2025 ~ In the debut episode of "Hidden in Plain Sight," Dr. Robert Livernois uncovers the surprising origins of the massive Uniroyal Tire in Allen Park, Michigan. Discover how this iconic roadside attraction started as a Ferris wheel at the 1964 New York World's Fair and learn about its journey to becoming a beloved symbol of Detroit's automotive heritage. Tune in to find out the fascinating transformations it has undergone and the clever marketing stunts that have kept its story rolling. Don't miss this intriguing tale of innovation and history hidden in plain sight! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    4 分
  • The Temple That Rock Built

    The Temple That Rock Built
    2025/12/30
    June 10, 2025 ~ What do secret ballrooms, Motown legends, and Jack White have in common? They are all a part of the history of Detroit’s Masonic Temple! This towering, mysterious monument hides stories of music, resilience, and rock ‘n’ roll salvation. Listen in to uncover how this architectural giant became the heartbeat of a city’s soul, hidden in plain sight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    7 分