Tommy’s: Corktown’s Hidden Past

Jan. 27, 2026 ~ What do a scarred wooden bar, a maze of hidden tunnels, and Detroit’s most notorious mobsters have in common? A whole lot more than you’d ever guess. In this episode, we head into Corktown’s legendary Tommy’s Bar & Grill—an unassuming neighborhood joint that has quietly witnessed the city’s most turbulent eras. From whispers of Underground Railroad escape routes weaving beneath its floorboards to Prohibition‑era smuggling schemes run by the infamous Purple Gang (with Al Capone himself dropping by), Tommy’s history reads like a secret map of Detroit’s underbelly. Join us as we descend into the hidden passages, the outlaw lore, and the rebellious spirit that still lingers beneath 3rd Street. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.