Legends of the Land with Destination Cleveland

Episode 22 - The Legend of Cleveland’s International Heritage

The Legend of Cleveland’s International Heritage Cleveland’s history is an immigrant story. In this episode, we explore Cleveland’s immigrant history and the internatio

Episode 21 - The Legend of Lake Erie Wine

The Legend of Lake Erie Wine Is there really a wine region along Lake Erie — and how does it compare to places like Napa or Tuscany? In this episode of Legends of the L

Episode 20 - The Legend of Cleveland's National Park

The Legend of Cleveland’s National Park How close is a national park to Cleveland — and why don’t more people realize it? In this episode of Legends of the Land, we exp

Episode 19 - The Legend of Lake Erie's Islands

Did you know Ohio has islands in Lake Erie — and that they feel like a true summer escape just beyond Cleveland? In this episode of Legends of the Land, we explore The L

Episode 18 - The Legend of Ohio’s Canal

What was the Ohio & Erie Canal — and how does it still shape the way we experience Northeast Ohio today? In this episode of Legends of the Land, we explore The Legend of

Episode 17 - The Legend of Cleveland’s Naval Legacy

Cleveland’s naval history runs deeper than many people realize. In this episode of Legends of the Land, we explore the story of Cleveland’s naval legacy, from Commodore

Episode 16 - The Legend of the Burning River

What is the story behind Cleveland's "Burning River," and what actually happened in 1969?In this episode of Legends of the Land, we explore the truth behind one of Clevel

Episode 15 - Legends of the Land - The Cleveland Script Signs

What are the Cleveland Script Signs and why have they become some of the city’s most popular photo spots? In this episode, we explore the story behind the Cleveland Scri

Episode 14 - Legends of the Land - Moviemaking in the Land

When you think of classic locations to shoot a movie scene, you might imagine a huge film set in a warehouse in L.A., or a grisled New York City detective in the Big Appl

Episode 13 - Legends of the Land - Lake Erie Surfing

When you picture surfing, what images come to mind? For most people, it’s the huge waves, busy beaches and palm trees in places like Hawaii, Tahiti and SoCal. But what if

Episode 12 - Legends of the Land - The Legend of the Cleveland Browns

Built on fires and fed on the nectar of a third-shift-shot-and-a-beer, Cleveland isn’t a city that pretends to be anything but itself. A manufacturing city steeped in spi

Episode 11 - Legends of the Land - The Legend of Christmas Ale

Today we're talking about the Land's fascination with holiday brews, none more legendary than Great Lakes Brewing Company's Christmas Ale. Maybe it's our area’s shared cu

Episode 10 - The Legend of the Bridge Wars

Today, we’re exploring a unique chapter of Cleveland history - the Bridge Wars, which took place in the early 1800s. When the lines in the sand are the banks of the Cuyah

Episode 9 - The Legend of Rock and Roll

Cleveland is known around the world as the birthplace of rock and roll - heck, it's even home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! But what did it do to deserve such a repu

Episode 8 - The Legend of Our Man Of Steel

We all know the story of Superman — the single survivor of a faraway planet, blessed with incredible powers and an equally incredible jawline. But do we all know the stor

Episode 7 - Legends of the Land - The Lake Effect

It’s no secret that Cleveland gets a bad rap for being a snowy and cloudy destination. But the truth is, the weather in Cleveland, although fickle and – yes – cloudy and

Episode 6 - Legends of the Land - The Legend of Station Hope

Often when people think about notable cities along the Underground Railroad, places like Boston and New York often come to mind. But few people are aware of the significa

Episode 5 - Legends of the Land - Total Solar Eclipse

Perhaps you’ve seen the headlines and read the news stories: on April 8, 2024, a Total Solar Eclipse will occur across portions of North America, including Mexico and the

Episode 4 - Legends of the Land - Hip Hop in The Land

Everyone knows that rock ‘n’ roll is part of Cleveland’s DNA. So, you might not be surprised to learn that Cleveland has a rich and storied hip-hop history, as well. But

Episode 3 - Legends of the Land - The Missing "A"

The city of Cleveland was founded on July 22, 1796, by the very general who surveyed the land for the Connecticut Land Company – General Moses Cleaveland. His job was to