Where did all the roaches go?

Hannah Rosen, host of Radio Atlantic, and Dan Engber, senior editor at The Atlantic, dive into the mystery behind the sharp decline of cockroach populations in America. They reminisce about childhood encounters with these pests and explore the cultural implications of their disappearance. The discussion reveals how innovative pest control methods shifted public perceptions and reflects on societal trauma tied to historical events. With playful anecdotes and insightful commentary, they highlight the challenge of recognizing progress in a world where discomfort often fades from memory.