Detroit, Chicago, Milwaukee: which city has the best encased meat?

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Detroit, Chicago, Milwaukee: which city has the best encased meat?

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Published on Sep 24, 2026, 10:00:08 AM
Total time: 00:06:25

Episode Description

The Midwest shares a lot, including a love for specialized hotdogs. This CuriosiD collaboration with WBEZ Chicago and WUWM Milwaukee kicks off the Curious Midwest mini series... with relish. Three reporters make the case for their city's signature sausage.

More about CuriosiD

You've got Detroit questions, we've got answers. CuriosiD is a podcast from WDET, Detroit's NPR Station. Our reporters answer your questions about the region, like "Who invented the Boston Cooler?" or "Are there really salt mines underneath Detroit?" Something puzzling you about Detroit? Ask about it at http://wdet.org/curious and we might answer your question in a future episode!