
What if the most powerful man in New York never held elected office? In our first audio book club, Roman Mars and comedian Elliott Kalan dive deep into The Power Broker, Robert Caro’s epic biography of Robert Moses, the master builder who reshaped New York City with highways, bridges, and raw political force. Each episode unpacks each chapter from the book and features guests like Alexandria Ocasi... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 15 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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Like a shadow epilogue to The Power Broker, this story plunges into the chaos of 1970s New York where debt, unions, and one brutal headline nearly broke the city.
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Join Roman and Elliott one last time as they reflect on their journey with you all through The Power Broker, exploring their favorite moments and answering listener questions in this bonus episode.
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The Power Broker Breakdown may have concluded, but if you're just tuning in (or if you just want a quick refresher), this episode is a compilation of the summary portions of the The Power Broker Breakdown series.
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This is the twelfth and final episode breaking down the 1974 Pulitzer Prize winning book, The Power Broker by our hero Robert Caro.
We’ve waited until the evening to see how splendid the day has been, and for this final installment, there was only o... more
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Focusing on the complex legacy of Robert Moses, the series explores the themes found in Robert Caro's acclaimed biography, 'The Power Broker.' It features hosts Roman Mars and Elliott Kalan, who engage in lively discussions while unpacking chapters of the book. The content frequently touches on urban planning, infrastructure, and the influence of powerful figures in shaping cities. Notable guests, including politicians, authors, and activists, share their insights on the social and political ramifications of Moses' actions, making connections between historical narratives and contemporary issues of urban development and community displacement. Insights into the intersection of power, politics, and architecture are central to each episode, p... more
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