the memory palace

Sutro and the Tides

Nov 7, 2024
Discover an innovative handheld device that analyzes metabolism through breath, offering personalized health insights. Dive into the fascinating life of Adolf Sutro, the visionary behind San Francisco's iconic Sutro Baths. Celebrate 16 years of storytelling, with an upcoming book melding podcast tales and personal memoirs. Explore the vital role of listener support in independent media and the power of community engagement to spread the word about beloved books.
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ANECDOTE

The Memory Palace Book and Radiotopia

  • Nate DiMeo discusses the upcoming release of his book and the importance of listener support.
  • He emphasizes the value of independent media in a changing media landscape.
ANECDOTE

Sutro Baths

  • Adolph Sutro built the world's largest indoor swimming pool, Sutro Baths, in San Francisco.
  • The pools were fed by the tides and featured slides, diving boards, and other attractions.
INSIGHT

Decline of Sutro Baths

  • Sutro Baths eventually closed due to changing tastes and high operating costs.
  • The resort burned down in 1966, but its legacy remains.
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