
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or


Think grand architecture is just pretty? Think again. Episode 10 of "Can You Dig It?" throws you into the echoing halls of St. Louis Union Station, a living monument to America's westward dream. This wasn't just a depot; it was the gateway to the West. Imagine pioneers, prospectors, and immigrants pouring through its arches, their hopes and futures tied to the rails stretching westward. We'll unearth the personal stories and monumental decisions that made this station the beating heart of expansion. History buffs, prepare for a journey through time that will redefine how you see a train station. Trust us, you need to dig this.
By Hosts: Joe Shields and Dan Fuller -- Produced By: Theo Sloan and Bill SmithThink grand architecture is just pretty? Think again. Episode 10 of "Can You Dig It?" throws you into the echoing halls of St. Louis Union Station, a living monument to America's westward dream. This wasn't just a depot; it was the gateway to the West. Imagine pioneers, prospectors, and immigrants pouring through its arches, their hopes and futures tied to the rails stretching westward. We'll unearth the personal stories and monumental decisions that made this station the beating heart of expansion. History buffs, prepare for a journey through time that will redefine how you see a train station. Trust us, you need to dig this.