Stephen Puleo

Stephen Puleo, an accomplished author and historian, dives into the intriguing tale of the Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919. He vividly describes the catastrophic moment when a massive molasses tank burst, unleashing a wave that devastated Boston's North End. Puleo highlights the community's prior warnings that went unheeded and the subsequent legal battles that transformed construction regulations. The discussion reveals how this bizarre disaster reshaped safety standards, demonstrating the far-reaching impact of one tragic event.