The Grid is a set of imaginary lines that have been emblazoned onto the land itself. From Chicago streets to county roads, Isaac Newton’s coordinate grid is a fact of life for anyone who lives in Chicago Land. This is the first episode in a four part series.

We see how Enlightenment principles lead “rapping slave master” Thomas Jefferson to envision a rural mathematical republic.

Chicago Land relies on audience contributions: patreon.com/chicago_land

Check out Soma’s creative projects:

Stoned Succubus: instagram.com/stoned_succubus_band

Somatosensation: instagram.com/somatosensation

More music from Chris Robbin’ (Chicago Land Theme composer):

open.spotify.com/artist/3o358VkcDy0OGAyUzruVRA

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Xavier also writes about cities when he feels like it:

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