THE ONE WITH COMMON DECENCY, THE ORIGINS OF MEMORIAL DAY, BALLON BOMBS AND A HORROR COFFEE SHOP

In this podcast episode, Tom Barnas talks about various experiences he had in and around Chicago. He mentions visiting a retro cocktail bar called Common Decency, posting a story about the origins of Memorial Day, exploring Omaha, Nebraska, and discovering the history of balloon bombs during World War II. He also discusses a book called 'Made in Chicago' that highlights the origins of popular local foods, a horror-themed coffee shop called The Brood, and the Pullman neighborhood and its historical significance.