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  • Making Ida B. Wells

    She took on violent racism in the South and made way for the modern Civil Rights Movement. But she was far from revered by her peers.

    Dec 8, 2022 read more
    Listen — 36:15
  • Making Jesse Owens

    Owens won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He also endured health issues, enormous pressure and racism in America.

    Dec 1, 2022 read more
    Listen — 35:05
  • Making Frederick Douglass

    Frederick Douglass’ journey out of slavery and into the most powerful rooms in the country is a story of tenacity, luck and self-liberation.

    Nov 24, 2022 read more
    Listen — 43:04
  • Making RuPaul

    Before becoming the world’s most famous drag queen, RuPaul took 1980s nightlife by storm.

    Nov 17, 2022 read more
    Listen — 43:36
  • Making Maya Angelou

    She’s a writer, activist and one of the most celebrated minds of the 20th century, yet still she defies category.

    Nov 10, 2022 read more
    Listen — 43:00
  • Making Kobe

    Hear the story of a legendary athlete who held a unique spot in the culture. It’s a story with turns, that ended tragically and prematurely.

    Nov 3, 2022 read more
    Listen — 47:39
  • Making Jesse Jackson

    A civil rights leader and activist, Jesse Jackson ran two memorable campaigns for the American presidency.

    Oct 27, 2022 read more
    Listen — 43:16
  • Making Rihanna

    A trio of great guests – including the producer who discovered her in Barbados – tell the story of Rihanna’s remarkable rise to stardom.

    Oct 20, 2022 read more
    Listen — 41:55
  • Making Serena

    From humble roots in Compton to one of the world’s greatest athletes, the Serena Williams story is one of planning and perseverance.

    Oct 13, 2022 read more
    Listen — 38:51
  • Coming soon: A new season of WBEZ’s Making podcast

    Hear the origin story of a different iconic figure every week.

    Oct 6, 2022 read more
    Listen — 1:45
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