Episode 307: The Rap Factory takes us back to a legendary chapter in Chicago hip-hop history — 2135 W. Fullerton Avenue, the location remembered as The Rap Factory.

The Rap Factory was more than a spot on the map. It became a Chicago hip-hop destination, a place where a who's who of Chicago's music scene crossed paths and where artists traveling through the city could make a stop, connect, network and experience the culture.

In this episode, Rodes takes a look at the significance of The Rap Factory and the role places like it played in creating opportunities, relationships and memories during an important era of hip-hop.

From Chicago's own talent to artists coming through from around the country, The Rap Factory represents the type of cultural hub that h ...