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Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we've just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.

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    • 4.8 • 274 Ratings

Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we've just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.

    579- Towers of Silence

    579- Towers of Silence

    How the loss of vultures in India has put an ancient burial tradition in crisis

    • 1 hr 11 min
    The Power Broker: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

    The Power Broker: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

    Featuring the U.S. representative for New York's 14th congressional district, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and covering the second section of Part 4, chapters 16-20.

    • 2 hrs 39 min
    578- Anything's Pastable: Eat Sauté Love

    578- Anything's Pastable: Eat Sauté Love

    Dan Pashman embarks on an epic trip across Italy in search of lesser-known pasta dishes — and to learn about the evolution of pasta more broadly.

    • 44 min
    577- The Society of Ambiance Makers and Elegant Persons

    577- The Society of Ambiance Makers and Elegant Persons

    Bright, flamboyant central African fashion

    • 35 min
    576- Chambre de Bonne

    576- Chambre de Bonne

    The history of the chambre de bonne, the tiny French apartment type that may be, finally, on the way out.

    • 33 min
    Roman Mars Describes Athens GA As It Is

    Roman Mars Describes Athens GA As It Is

    A 99pi guide to some of our favorite design features of Athens, Georgia.

    • 36 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
274 Ratings

274 Ratings

horsesforlifw ,

Sooo worth it

It took me a while to find the right podcast but I found it and I can’t stop listening! I would listen to it constantly if I could, thank you for making it so interesting

Cristin ,

Love it

Who knew design and engineering could be so interesting in audio form. Recommended by Radiolab, I was an instant fan of 99% invisible and Roman Mars. The episode called "Structural Integrity" still sticks with me now. Also, flag design.. who knew?? Subscribe now.

Grommito ,

The only podcast you will ever need.,.

If you only ever listen to one podcast in your life ..remember I said EVER .. this is the one..
PS
Roman has the best voice in the podcast universe!!!!!!

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