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The Big Dig

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There is a cynicism that hangs over the topic of American infrastructure – whether it’s high-speed rail or off-shore wind – it feels like this country can’t build big things anymore. No one project embodies that cynicism quite like what Bostonians call ‘The Big Dig.’ Infamous for its ever-increasing price tag, this massive highway tunneling effort was once ridiculed as the Big Mess, the Big Hole, ... more

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It’s been fifty years since the Big Dig was first conceived, thirty years since construction began, more than a dozen years since it was completed – and the final twist is: the project has largely delivered on its promises. How do we reconcile that r... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Cannot load episode 3-9

    Is there a problem with the server hosting the podcast audio files?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ocaenqwert
    United Statesa month ago
  • Necessary as we enter an era of big infrastructure

    Really powerful storytelling. For those of us seeking to build the infrastructure necessary to combat the climate crisis, this should be required listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mdowney9
    United States2 months ago
  • Hooked

    A binge worthy podcast about infrastructure. I’ve never even been to Boston and this had me hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shaister
    United States2 months ago
  • A lesson in how not to do audio

    Whoever the genius who has long sustained humming for half of every show should be removed from humanity.

    Apple Podcasts
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    G Seuss
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great Insight, Needs Editing and Better Host

    A fascinating story about the Big Dig. But too much irrelevant detail and some editing to shorten it could be worthwhile. more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Logical Thinker 2
    United States2 months ago

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