Flossmoor in Fifteen

Flossmoor in Fifteen #26 - The IC Turns on Flossmoor Part 2

In episode 26, it's part two of our investigation into the electrification of the Illinois Central Railroad and its dramatic impact on the village of Flossmoor at the turn of the 20th century. Flossmoor in Fifteen is a captivating history podcast based on the book, A More Perfect Place-The Story of Flossmoor We explore the rich heritage of Flossmoor, Illinois, one story at a time—all in just fifteen minutes. From its early beginnings as a golf mecca in 1899 to its incorporation as a village in 1924, Flossmoor has cultivated a unique identity shaped by excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Each episode delves into the moments and movements that defined this remarkable suburb: the championship-caliber achievements of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students across academics, arts, and athletics; the stunning public sculptures that transform the village into an open-air gallery; the vital role of the railroad in connecting residents to opportunity; and the celebrated diversity and volunteer-driven events that make Flossmoor a true community. Whether you're a longtime resident, a curious newcomer, or a history enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories that built Flossmoor—fifteen minutes at a time. to purchase the book visit: https://www.flossmoorhistorybook.com/xpod

Flossmoor in Fifteen #25- The I.C. Turns on Flossmoor Part 1

In episode 25, we begin a two-part series on the impact of the electrification of the Illinois Central Railroad (now known as Metra) on the village of Flossmoor. We start with an interesting take on exactly what that process looked like in the early 1900s. Flossmoor in Fifteen is a captivating history podcast based on the book, A More Perfect Place-The Story of Flossmoor We explore the rich heritage of Flossmoor, Illinois, one story at a time—all in just fifteen minutes. From its early beginnings as a golf mecca in 1899 to its incorporation as a village in 1924, Flossmoor has cultivated a unique identity shaped by excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Each episode delves into the moments and movements that defined this remarkable suburb: the championship-caliber achievements of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students across academics, arts, and athletics; the stunning public sculptures that transform the village into an open-air gallery; the vital role of the railroad in connecting residents to opportunity; and the celebrated diversity and volunteer-driven events that make Flossmoor a true community. Whether you're a longtime resident, a curious newcomer, or a history enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories that built Flossmoor—fifteen minutes at a time. to purchase the book visit: https://www.flossmoorhistorybook.com/xpod

Flossmoor in Fifteen #24- The Bizarre Story of the Flossmoor Bank Robbery

In episode 24, we explore the crazy, bizarre story of a bank robbery that occurred in Flossmoor in the first decade of the village's existence. It's a mind-boggling tale. Flossmoor in Fifteen is a captivating history podcast based on the book, A More Perfect Place-The Story of Flossmoor We explore the rich heritage of Flossmoor, Illinois, one story at a time—all in just fifteen minutes. From its early beginnings as a golf mecca in 1899 to its incorporation as a village in 1924, Flossmoor has cultivated a unique identity shaped by excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Each episode delves into the moments and movements that defined this remarkable suburb: the championship-caliber achievements of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students across academics, arts, and athletics; the stunning public sculptures that transform the village into an open-air gallery; the vital role of the railroad in connecting residents to opportunity; and the celebrated diversity and volunteer-driven events that make Flossmoor a true community. Whether you're a longtime resident, a curious newcomer, or a history enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories that built Flossmoor—fifteen minutes at a time. to purchase the book visit: https://www.flossmoorhistorybook.com/xpod

Flossmoor in Fifteen #23- Episcopal Church of St. John the Evangelist

In episode 23, we listen and hear about the amazing story of the founding of the Episcopal Church of St. John the Evangelist on Park Drive and Levitt Avenue. A foundational presence in the village of Flossmoor. Flossmoor in Fifteen is a captivating history podcast based on the book, A More Perfect Place-The Story of Flossmoor We explore the rich heritage of Flossmoor, Illinois, one story at a time—all in just fifteen minutes. From its early beginnings as a golf mecca in 1899 to its incorporation as a village in 1924, Flossmoor has cultivated a unique identity shaped by excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Each episode delves into the moments and movements that defined this remarkable suburb: the championship-caliber achievements of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students across academics, arts, and athletics; the stunning public sculptures that transform the village into an open-air gallery; the vital role of the railroad in connecting residents to opportunity; and the celebrated diversity and volunteer-driven events that make Flossmoor a true community. Whether you're a longtime resident, a curious newcomer, or a history enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories that built Flossmoor—fifteen minutes at a time. to purchase the book visit: https://www.flossmoorhistorybook.com/xpod

Flossmoor in Fifteen #22 - The President Comes to Flossmoor

Episode 22 dives into one of the more exciting days in Flossmoor history when the sitting President of the United States of America, Willima Jefferson Clinton visited the village of Flossmoor. Flossmoor in Fifteen is a captivating history podcast based on the book, A More Perfect Place-The Story of Flossmoor We explore the rich heritage of Flossmoor, Illinois, one story at a time—all in just fifteen minutes. From its early beginnings as a golf mecca in 1899 to its incorporation as a village in 1924, Flossmoor has cultivated a unique identity shaped by excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Each episode delves into the moments and movements that defined this remarkable suburb: the championship-caliber achievements of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students across academics, arts, and athletics; the stunning public sculptures that transform the village into an open-air gallery; the vital role of the railroad in connecting residents to opportunity; and the celebrated diversity and volunteer-driven events that make Flossmoor a true community. Whether you're a longtime resident, a curious newcomer, or a history enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories that built Flossmoor—fifteen minutes at a time. to purchase the book visit: https://www.flossmoorhistorybook.com/