The Big Dig Presents: Catching The Codfather The Big Dig | 9. Hearts and Minds
18 snips
Nov 15, 2023 The podcast explores the success and scandal surrounding the Big Dig project in Boston. It delves into the memories and obstacles faced during the 20-year endeavor, reflects on the positive outcomes and changes brought by the project, and discusses the impact on daily commute and quality of life. It also addresses the need for investments in mass transit and the potential neglect of the transit system influenced by the Big Dig.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Displacement and Community Breakdown
- Highway construction displaced Toh's family and fractured the Chinatown community.
- His mother never recovered from the loss, and his father resorted to sleeping at his restaurant job.
Failed Repatriation
- Despite efforts to rebuild Chinatown with affordable housing, Toh didn't return.
- His community was gone, and the gesture felt insufficient to replace what was lost.
From Public Transit to Driving
- Laura Bares, accustomed to a long public transit commute, switched to driving due to pregnancy.
- She initially stuck to the elevated central artery, despite heavy traffic, due to a lack of navigational skills.