The Big Dig Chicago!

Beuloria and Juelle are urban archeologists, well…not really. Just a couple quirky gals looking to showcase their tribe and to share dynamic and interesting Chicagoans with the world. The Big Dig is a whimsical journey of discovery of unique and extraordinary Chicagoans hidden from view who are busy being, doing, creating, building, choosing to live outside the box and practicing the personal motto, “I’m not an anomaly, I’m just doing me.” Join us for conversations with artists, musicians, chefs, makers, creators and doers who reside in our city’s 77 neighborhoods and beyond. We are convinced that there are folks out there toiling away at their respective passions in original and dope ways. We find them and share their stories with you.

The Big Dig Chicago! is a society podcast hosted by Juelle Daley and Beuloria Williams, with 11 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Juelle Daley and Beuloria Williams hosts The Big Dig Chicago!, a society show with 11 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  Building CommuniTAY: Taylor & Maya Mason’s Taco Empire - Part 2

  May 3, 202626 minS1

  <p>In Part 2 of Building CommuniTAY, we go deeper with Taylor and Maya Mason of <b>Taylor's Tacos Chicago</b> as they move from building a beloved brand to scaling a full-fledged business.</p><p>With over half a million tacos served and operations based out of <b>The Hatchery Chicago</b>, the conversation shifts to growth: expanding capacity, maintaining quality, and preparing for their highly anticipated food truck launch.</p><p>Taylor and Maya open up about:</p> The realities of scaling a food business in Chicago  Navigating roles as partners in both life and business  Protecting their brand while...

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  Episode #10

  Building CommuniTAY: Taylor & Maya Mason’s Taco Empire - Part 1

  Feb 14, 202633 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Big Dig Chicago, we sit down with Taylor and Maya Mason, the couple behind <b>Taylor's Tacos Chicago</b>, a Black- and LGBTQ+-owned brand that has served over half a million tacos across the city.</p><p>West Side native and <b>Whitney Young High School</b> alum Taylor Mason first discovered street tacos while attending <b>Pepperdine University</b> and brought that LA inspiration back home to Chicago. Maya Mason — a graduate of <b>Chicago Academy for the Arts</b> and <b>Columbia College Chicago</b> — added culinary artistry rooted in a fami...

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  Episode #8

  The Big Dig Chicago Presents: "Floral Fresh: Arranging Joy One Stem at a Time with John Caleb Pendleton" | Part 2

  Jul 21, 202525 minS1

  <p>In this two-part series, Alabama-born, Chicago-based artist John Caleb Pendleton (founder and creative director of Planks & Pistils) shares the roots of his artistic journey, from woodworking and floral design to building a business rooted in beauty, balance, and Black artistry.</p><p>John reflects on the deep connections between the South and Chicago, the meditative joy of craft, and the symbolic language of flowers and wood. Through his work, he champions expertise, creativity, self-care, and personal growth—reminding us that artistry isn’t just about aesthetics, but about purpose and comfort.</p><p>He also speaks candidly about navigating an i...

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  Episode #8

  The Big Dig Chicago Presents: "Floral Fresh: Arranging Joy One Stem at a Time with John Caleb Pendleton" | Part 1

  Jul 18, 202530 minS1

  <p>In this two-part series, Alabama-born, Chicago-based artist John Caleb Pendleton (founder and creative director of Planks & Pistils) shares the roots of his artistic journey, from woodworking and floral design to building a business rooted in beauty, balance, and Black artistry.</p><p>John reflects on the deep connections between the South and Chicago, the meditative joy of craft, and the symbolic language of flowers and wood. Through his work, he champions expertise, creativity, self-care, and personal growth—reminding us that artistry isn’t just about aesthetics, but about purpose and comfort.</p><p>He also speaks candidly about navigating an i...

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  Episode #7

  The Big Dig Chicago Presents: "She Got Game: Pressing Start with Ashlyn Sparrow"

  Jul 3, 202526 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we hit play with Ashlyn Sparrow—game designer, educator, and Assistant Director of the Weston Game Lab at the University of Chicago. A proud transplant to Chicago, Ashlyn shares how a father-daughter hobby sparked a career creating interactive experiences that encourages both game designers and players to engage thoughtfully with the medium.</p><p>We talk about what makes a game “good,” who the gaming industry is (and isn’t) built for, and why thoughtful design and pure fun don’t have to be at odds. Ashlyn takes us from alternate realities to real-world change—showing how play can...

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