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Archive Hoppers Podcast

Archive Hoppers Podcast

Written by: Alberto
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 Ever wonder how the world's biggest brands really got their start? Welcome to Archive Hoppers, the podcast that leaps into the vaults of the most influential organizations in history. Each week, we uncover the surprising origins, forgotten tales, and game-changing decisions behind the names you know. Subscribe to start hopping through history!Alberto World
Episodes
  • Episode 34: Trinity Church

    Episode 34: Trinity Church
    Jan 22 2026

    From the head of Wall Street to the "Queen's Farm," discover how a 1705 royal land grant turned a colonial parish into one of New York's most powerful real estate empires. This week, we explore the endurance of Trinity Church, a Gothic sanctuary that survived the Great Fire of 1776, served as a beacon for George Washington, and stood firm through the tragedy of 9/11.
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    7 mins
  • Episode 33:Flatiron Building New York City

    Episode 33:Flatiron Building New York City
    Jan 20 2026

    From the scandalous "23 skidoo" corner to a bitter modern-day legal feud, discover how an awkward triangular lot became New York’s most iconic wedge. This week, we explore the strange, defiant history of the Flatiron Building and the visionary architect who dared to "make no little plans."
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    8 mins
  • Episode 32: Part 2 of Chicago

    Episode 32: Part 2 of Chicago
    Jan 15 2026

    From the "White City" and Al Capone’s bootlegging empire to the electric birth of the Blues and the race for the world’s tallest skyscraper—this is the definitive story of Chicago’s 20th-century transformation. We explore the tragedies, the secret scientific breakthroughs, and the political machines that built the modern "Windy City."
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    9 mins
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