The Land

In today's episode, we discuss the storied history of the Cleveland Public Library.  From its origins to modern day, we cover the building of the library, personal connections, and much more.  

In today's episode, we discuss the recent news pushing for a name change of the Cleveland Indians. In this episode, we brainstorm our best ideas for what should replace the team name, ending with our favorite along with most likely to be changed to.

In today's episode, we launch the first episode of CLEwatchables, a look back on memorable games from Cleveland sports history. In this episode, we cover the Indians a few days after the 2020 MLB season announcement with the memorable American League Divisional Series Game 2 in 2017 against the Yankees.  Listen in as we cover key moments and our memories from this great game. 

In today's episode, we cover a memorable event from 1986, the United Way Balloonfest.  We cover this event held in Cleveland's Public Square, diving into preparation led by Treb Heining of Balloonart, surprise upon the launch, and its devastating effects.  

In this episode, we cover the history of Cleveland's most iconic landmark, The Terminal Tower.  Listen in for the construction of the building, the Van Sweringen brothers backstory, the Tower City Center, the evolution of its use, and more.  

In today's episode, the second part of a two-part series on the city of Cleveland's storied history before diving into the most interesting Cleveland events, landmarks, and moments in future episodes. Part 2 covers 1900 through present day going decade by decade and includes the Group Plan, City Beautiful movement, Cleveland Clinic, and more.

In today's episode, the first part of a two-part series on the city of Cleveland's storied history before diving into the most interesting Cleveland events, landmarks, and moments in future episodes. Part 1 covers the founding year of 1796 through 1900 including the founder, first settler, John Rockefeller, and more. 

Welcome to The Land, a definitive guide to all things Cleveland.  Hosts John Rodriguez and Rahul Mital dive into the history of Cleveland, exploring the defining moments and events of the city's storied past.