99% Invisible

Explore the legal battles faced by homeowners failing to maintain their lawns, the historical significance of lawns as symbols of wealth, and the consequences of drought shaming during water shortages.

Explore the divide between public criticism and architectural praise for brutalist architecture, negative perceptions and criticisms surrounding brutalist buildings, the future of concrete architecture, and the significance of educational support through the IxL online learning platform. Also, check out the hosts' promotion of their friend's new mini album and sponsors Nexus and Auto Trader.

Explore the history and experiences of residents in New York's Bowery neighborhood and the Sunshine Hotel, a flophouse with unique characters, struggles, and diverse backgrounds. Learn about the daily challenges and routines of residents, including a Vietnam vet who treats errands like battles. Discover the role of the manager, Nathan Smith, and the isolation of life in the Sunshine Hotel. The podcast also delves into the bar culture and the solace found in philosophy and poetry books by residents like Vic.

Exploring the criteria for statehood as defined in a 1933 treaty and the creation of Sea Land, a self-proclaimed independent nation on an old wartime fortress. Also discussing the establishment of Celan and comparisons to other disputed territories. Plus, sponsor ads for Starfield Game, Lincoln Financial, and BetterHelp, and frustration with home repairs and job recruitment.

This podcast explores the formation and impact of the red ribbon as a symbol of awareness for AIDS, including its significance as part of MoMA's collection and its adoption by over 200 other causes. It also discusses the importance of raising awareness about AIDS despite advancements in treatment.

Explore the challenges of finding suitable filming locations in downtown Los Angeles. Learn about the role of a location scout and their quest to find unique spots. Discover the history and restoration of the iconic Bradbury Building and its impact on film productions. Hear about annuity and life insurance solutions, as well as advertisements for Starfield and BetterHelp. Lastly, learn about the home repair maintenance app Front Door and ZipRecruiter for talent recruitment.

More than 90% of all automobile accidents are all attributable to human error, for some car industry people, a fully-automated car is a kind of holy grail. However, as automation makes our lives easier and safer, it also creates more … Continue reading → Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the evening of May 31, 2009, 216 passengers, three pilots, and nine flight attendants boarded an Airbus 330 in Rio de Janeiro. This flight, Air France 447, was headed across to Paris. Everything proceeded normally for several hours. Then, with no … Continue reading → Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud and his iconic couch are explored in this episode. Learn about Freud's shift from hypnosis to talk therapy, the significance of the couch in psychoanalysis, the history and design of psychoanalytic couches, and the symbolism and influence of the couch in popular culture.

This podcast explores the techniques used to create scary music and its effect on listeners, discusses the making of a song inspired by a tragic space shuttle disaster, delves into the science behind auditory hallucinations, and includes discussions on crew compartments breaking out and an advertisement for outdoor furniture and premium podcast subscription.