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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026

‘Riding the Rails with Geoffrey Baer’ looks at Chicago’s train history

from Bob Sirott · host wgnradio.com

WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer joins Bob Sirott to talk about his new special “Riding The Rails” on WTTW that focuses on the rich history of trains in the Chicagoland area. He discusses his love of trains, history if the Chicago “L” System, and the more unusual food served on the dining cars. Interview with Dave Plier:

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