The Big Dig

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Episodes

Catching The Codfather | 5. Painting Fish

03/11/2026 01:01:24Catching The Codfather | 4. Mosquitos on the Balls of an Elephant

03/04/2026 52:53 Catching The Codfather | 3. Punch in the Kisser

02/25/2026 48:56Catching The Codfather | 2. I Hope Those People Sink

02/18/2026 53:51The Big Dig is ON TOUR

02/17/2026 02:48 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.