Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which acutely experienced the trauma and depression emblematic of the late 20th century -- racism, industrial contraction, economic and social segregation -- before turning the corner to a more rosy 21st century persona, is in many ways a prototypical Midwestern city. Toss in the drama of baseball and Hollywood, you have an idiosyncratic place that defined the lives of Joel and his families for generations to come. In this episode, Chris explores the popular and historical pasts of his hometown, searching for clues to why Milwaukee felt like such a uniquely influential place during his upbringing.