Robert Moses

Robert Moses

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Heard in 3 episodes across 2 shows since Oct 2026

Robert Moses (1888–1981) was an American urban planner and public official who shaped New York City and its metropolitan region through major bridge, highway, park, and public-housing projects. He held numerous appointed positions and wielded extensive influence over New York infrastructure policy.

Episodes

3
across 2 shows

First heard

Oct 2026

Expert statements

15
11 positive · 4 negative

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What others have said about Robert Moses

15 statements · 11 positive · 4 negative

  1. Robert CaroPositiveOct 30, 2026· Dwarkesh Podcast

    Robert Moses overcame safeguards and obstacles to build major public works.

    “Robert Moses comes along and all of a sudden those things vanish because he, despite all the safeguards and everything else, he just builds.”

    Listen at 6:45

    Open the episode · Robert Caro – The master biographer reflects at 91
  2. Robert CaroPositiveOct 30, 2026· Dwarkesh Podcast

    A Moses-type builder would overcome today’s infrastructure obstacles.

    “So today, someone would come along and do it.”

    Listen at 8:40

    Open the episode · Robert Caro – The master biographer reflects at 91
  3. Robert CaroNegativeOct 30, 2026· Dwarkesh Podcast

    Robert Moses evolved from idealistic reformer into ruthless builder.

    “It does evolve into that. He does change.”

    Listen at 13:53

    Open the episode · Robert Caro – The master biographer reflects at 91

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Episodes

3 episodes featuring Robert Moses, newest first