Dionsaurs, Clowns and Half-Smokes at Ben's Chili Bowl

In Episode 22, Mike takes us on another spin around his hometown of Washington D.C. where he waited out the pandemic. This episode begins with the D.C. origins of the world’s most famous clown, Ronald McDonald. Then we’ll hear the incredible story of the Old Brick Capitol and its place in American history. Next up we’ll stop by the iconic and legendary Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street for a delicious Half-Smoke. From there we’ll trace the origin of Washington’s favorite dinosaur, Uncle Beazley, who currently lives at the National Zoo. Finally we’ll hear the story of Native Washingtonian Edward Brooke, the first popularly elected Black Senator in American history. Music in this episode comes from D.C. based singer-songwriter Ken Francis Wenzel’s album …Beneath Potomac Skies.

Episode 22: Dinosaurs, Clowns and Half-Smokes at Ben's Chili Bowl

Michael W. Harding

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At Home in Our Nation's Capital

In this episode, host Mike Harding takes us on an historical romp through his hometown of Washington D.C. With stories about the city's founding, the boundary stones that mark its border, the origins of the 7th inning stretch, how the Gin Rickey became D.C's official cocktail and of a local businessman who started a global brand, you are sure to walk away wanting more. As entertaining as it is educational. Kick back and enjoy. 

Episode 1: At Home in Washington

Michael Harding

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