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The 99% Invisible Breakdown

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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

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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.

Drop Dead City is now playing in select cities, and available on VOD on November 14. Y... more

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.

If you finished The Power Broker with us (or know s... more

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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Recent Guests

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
U.S. Representative and guest on the podcast
U.S. Congress
Episode: The Power Broker Breakdown Wrap-Up
Brennan Lee Mulligan
Comedian and host with Dropout TV, creator of Dimension 20.
Dropout TV
Episode: The Power Broker #11: Brennan Lee Mulligan
Clara Jeffery
Editor-in-Chief of Mother Jones and the Center for Investigative Reporting.
Mother Jones
Episode: The Power Broker #10: Clara Jeffery
Majora Carter
An urban revitalization strategist and real estate developer from the South Bronx.
Episode: The Power Broker #9: Majora Carter
Shiloh Frederick
A writer and influencer who shares her love of New York's history and architecture.
Episode: The Power Broker #8: Shiloh Frederick
Pete Buttigieg
Secretary of Transportation
Biden Administration
Episode: The Power Broker #7: Sec. Pete Buttigieg
Mike Schur
Creator of Parks and Recreation and The Good Place
Comedy
Episode: The Power Broker #6: Mike Schur
Brandy Zadrozny
Senior reporter for NBC News, covers misinformation, conspiracy theories, and the Internet
NBC News
Episode: The Power Broker #5: Brandy Zadrozny
David Sims
Movie critic for The Atlantic and co-host of Blank Check with Griffin and David.
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Episode: The Power Broker #3: David Sims

Hosts

Roman Mars
Host of the 99% Invisible Breakdown, focusing on urban design and architecture with a strong emphasis on storytelling and critical analysis of public spaces and infrastructure.
Elliott Kalan
Co-host of The 99% Invisible Breakdown and comedian, known for his engaging narratives and humor that enrich discussions surrounding urban issues and historical contexts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • More Elliot and Roman!!

    Listening for the second time- even better than the first! Y’all make for some entertaining classes! 🤗

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    StashuPendowski
    United States3 months ago

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#136
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The Power Broker #2: Jamelle Bouie
Q: What does it mean to be a political reformer in the early 20th century?
It highlights the challenges of machine politics and the balance between idealism and political reality.
The Power Broker #7: Sec. Pete Buttigieg
Q: How do you think about balancing that?
I think it's really important to come in with a vision while also staying responsive to the community.
The Power Broker #7: Sec. Pete Buttigieg
Q: Can you talk about the variety of responses you got from that statement?
I was taken aback by how controversial it was, as I imagined it was widely understood.
The Power Broker #4: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Q: How do you approach large, ambitious projects in today's political landscape?
Ocasio-Cortez discusses the need for collaboration with public sentiment and community-based support, as well as the importance of discernment in choosing when to push for changes.
The Power Broker #4: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Q: What does it mean to live in a district shaped by so many Moses productions?
Ocasio-Cortez describes the psychic weight and challenges of navigating a community designed to be disconnected by urban infrastructure like the Cross Bronx Expressway.

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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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