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Under Rocks

Under Rocks

Written by: Northern Public Radio
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What’s so great about the Midwest? WNIJ’s Under Rocks podcast isn’t afraid to dive into that question head-first every month. In fact, our team won’t leave a stone unturned when it comes to hunting down the most interesting people, places, and events in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.What are you excited about? We’re always looking for a shove in the right direction, so send us on our next adventure by messaging us at Rocks@niu.edu. Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • Restoring the Geneva Grotto's glory | Under Rocks podcast

    Restoring the Geneva Grotto's glory | Under Rocks podcast
    May 28 2026
    Thousands drive past it every day, but only a few lay eyes on it. It's the Geneva Grotto. And nearly a century after it was built by local Catholic priests, the mosaic and stone structure is returning to serve as a connection between the faithful and their God.
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    25 mins
  • Dirt-fishing with the Driftless Digger | Under Rocks podcast

    Dirt-fishing with the Driftless Digger | Under Rocks podcast
    Apr 30 2026
    The Under Rocks team goes on a treasure hunt with a real life detectorist.
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    42 mins
  • Mrs. Fisher's by the bag, by the bucket: It's always better to be the chip person | Under Rocks podcast

    Mrs. Fisher's by the bag, by the bucket: It's always better to be the chip person | Under Rocks podcast
    Mar 26 2026
    If you grew up anywhere near Rockford, Illinois, in, oh, the last century or so, you probably have eaten at least a handful of Mrs. Fisher's potato chips. This regional delicacy started in Ethel Fisher's kitchen and still maintains that small-batch flavor, even as the company goes through 2.6 million pounds of local potatoes every year. So join Mrs. Fisher's vice president Chris Spiess as he takes the Under Rocks team on a tour of Rockford's salty treasure.
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    42 mins
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