The chapter explores the intricate power dynamics between key figures Al Smith and Bob Moses, emphasizing their contrasting ideologies and motivations. It delves into how their partnership shapes major political decisions and the influence of personal relationships on history.
This is the third official episode, breaking down the 1974 Pulitzer Prize winning book, The Power Broker by our hero Robert Caro.
Blank Check podcast co-host and The Atlantic movie critic David Sims is our book club guest.
On today’s show, Elliott Kalan, Roman Mars, and David Sims will cover the first section of Part 4 of the book (Chapters 11 through the end of Chapter 15), discussing the major story beats and themes.
The Power Broker #3: David Sims
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