Can America still build big things? It's the central question of <i>The Big Dig</i>, a new podcast from GBH News and PRX, examining American infrastructure through the lens of the most expensive highway project in the nation's history.<br/><br/>Meet producer and host Ian Coss and engage in a conversation about the project with three guests featured in the podcast: former Massachusetts Transportation Secretary Fred Salvucci, the mastermind of the Big Dig; Peter Zuk, its longest serving Project Director; and Dr. Karilyn Crockett, Assistant Professor of Urban History, Public Policy & Planning at MIT and the author of People Before Highways: Boston Activists, Urban Planners, and a New Movement for City Making. GBH News’ Stephanie Leydon, who served as the editorial supervisor on the podcast, will moderate.<br/><br/><br/>Stay after the discussion for a reception with Ian and his guests and, as we consider the
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Boston Equity Chief Karilyn Crockett Resigns
Karilyn Crockett
Crockett, 47, submitted her letter of resignation to Mayor Marty Walsh on Monday.
âIt has been my pleasure and honor to serve as chief of equity for the city of Boston these last several months,â the Dorchester native wrote, noting her sooner-than-expected departure as Walsh prepares for an expected U.S. Senate confirmation to become secretary of labor.
Her resignation comes as sources close to her said that she is weighing whether to enter an already crowded race.
Local political observers suggested she might have a hard time mounting a successful campaign.
âThe reality is, there are three ways you get on the field in a major race â name recognition, a field operation or money,â said long-time political consultant Michael Goldman.