The Big Dig

GBH

“This is a town where there are three pastimes: politics, sports and revenge.” Seemingly dry topics become gripping political dramas in this Peabody Award winning show from creator Ian Coss and GBH News. Read more

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01/28/2026 05:55The Big Dig Returns

10/15/2025 05:06 BONUS: How to sue the government, and win

04/09/2025 45:20BONUS: Why do some parts of government work better than others?

04/02/2025 43:55BONUS: Should we be nostalgic for machine politics?

03/26/2025 39:10 Show all episodes

Our take on The Big Dig podcast

The Big Dig makes you rethink what you knew about America's ability to dream big and deliver. Host Ian Coss doesn't just recount Boston's infamous tunnel project; he digs into the 'why' behind its bad rep. Was it a monumental flop or just misunderstood? This 9-part series from GBH News gives you more than just facts—it gives you food for thought on the big projects of today. Each episode is about an hour, perfect for a deep dive without feeling like homework. The Big Dig is a history podcast by GBH.