Podcast · 134 episodes
99% Invisible, page 5
by Roman Mars · English
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.
All episodes, page 5
Neil Young’s iPod KillerThe episode titled "Neil Young’s iPod Killer" explores the life and legacy of musician Neil Young, particularly focusing on his venture into the digital music space with the Pono player.15 Jul 2025 · 31 min
Roman Mars's Guide to San FranciscoThis podcast explores the unseen design and architecture that permeates our lives, highlighting how design impacts our surroundings, often in unnoticed ways. Hosted by Roman Mars.11 Jul 2025 · 30 min
Food DesertsThe episode titled "Food Deserts," hosted by Chris Berube, delves into the issue of food deserts in America, specifically focusing on Woonsocket, Rhode Island.8 Jul 2025 · 38 min
Open BordersA weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture in everyday life. Hosted by Roman Mars.1 Jul 2025 · 29 min
The Titanic's Best Lifeboat[Refer to original podcast for date]24 Jun 2025 · 33 min
The Red, the Black, and the GreenThe Red, the Black, and the Green17 Jun 2025 · 36 min
The Return of Con LawDesign is everywhere in our lives, particularly in places we've stopped noticing. Hosted by Roman Mars, this podcast explores the process and power of design and architecture.10 Jun 2025 · 58 min
Adapt or DesignKurt Kohlstedt, 99PI's digital director3 Jun 2025 · 33 min
Build, Interrupted: A Conversation with Ezra KleinIn this episode of *99% Invisible*, host Roman Mars speaks with Ezra Klein, co-author of the book *Abundance*.27 May 2025 · 44 min
Foreign in a Domestic SenseThis episode delves into the intricate history of love, betrayal, and the struggle for Puerto Rico’s independence through the lens of family history and government surveillance.20 May 2025 · 38 min
Fishing In The NightThis episode explores the fascinating world of shortwave radio, highlighting its historical significance as a medium for communication, propaganda, and the ongoing evolution of radio in a digital age.13 May 2025 · 44 min
Emoji Law 😅⚖️In this episode, Roman Mars explores the implications of emojis in legal contexts, focusing on a case involving a thumbs-up emoji that sparked a $62,000 legal battle over contract interpretation.6 May 2025 · 27 min
Changing Stripes RevisitedExamines the presence and significance of the South Vietnamese flag during the Capitol insurrection on January 6, 2021.29 Apr 2025 · 33 min
One-Nil to the ArsenalA weekly exploration of the unnoticed design and architecture in our lives, highlighting their impact and significance.22 Apr 2025 · 33 min
I've Got 1099 Problems...Joel Slemrod, Professor of Economics, University of Michigan15 Apr 2025 · 33 min
Everything Is TuberculosisExploration of tuberculosis (TB), its historical significance, cultural impact, and ongoing global health crisis despite being a curable disease.8 Apr 2025 · 30 min
A Walking Tour with Mr. Memphis*99% Invisible* explores the often unnoticed design and architecture that shapes our lives. In this bonus episode, the focus is on a historical tour of Memphis led by local historian Jimmy Ogle.4 Apr 2025 · 23 min
The Great American PyramidA weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture, examining the design elements often overlooked in everyday life.1 Apr 2025 · 36 min
Secret Mall ApartmentA group of artists created a hidden apartment within a mall in Providence, RI.25 Mar 2025 · 57 min
Beautiful West Oakland, CaliforniaIn this episode of 99% Invisible, host Roman Mars and guest Alexis Madrigal explore the intricate relationship between global trade and the community of West Oakland, California.18 Mar 2025 · 31 min
What We're ReadingA weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture.11 Mar 2025 · 35 min
A Beetle By Any Other NameThe episode explores a beetle found in Slovenia known as Anophthalmos hitlery, commonly called Hitler's beetle, and discusses the implications of naming species after historically significant…4 Mar 2025 · 28 min
The BrutalistsMark Lamster, architecture critic and author25 Feb 2025 · 39 min
The Nazi BlockExplores an abandoned concrete structure in Berlin, the Schwerbelastungskörper (Heavy Load Bearing Body), and its historical significance as a monument to the Third Reich's architectural failure.18 Feb 2025 · 38 min