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Roman Mars

Mentioned in 21 analyzed podcast episodes across 4 shows

Host and creator of 99% Invisible, a podcast known for exploring design, architecture, and culture through detailed storytelling. Mars is recognized as an influential figure in podcast production whose narrative approach has shaped other creators' work. He also appears as a moderator and discussant on constitutional law topics across multiple podcast series.

Episode Appearances

99% Invisible

99% Invisible · May 19, 2026

100 Objects #1: The Century Safe

“Host and curator of the new 100 Objects series exploring U.S. history through material culture”

Time capsules and historical preservationAmerican centennial and bicentennial celebrationsHistorical record bias and archival gaps
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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Twenty Thousand Hertz · May 18, 2026

Age of Audio: The Inside Story of Podcasting

“Founded Radio Topia indie podcast network; later sold 99% Invisible to Stitcher; advocate for creator independence”

Podcast history and technological origins (RSS, iTunes integration)Serial and narrative podcast breakthrough successThis American Life's influence on podcast storytelling format
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Articles of Interest

Articles of Interest · May 15, 2026

High Heels

“Creator of 99% Invisible podcast where Avery Truffelman's original high heels story was produced”

High heel fashion history and evolutionLuxury fashion industry economics and accessory marketingFootwear design and engineering for comfort
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · May 12, 2026

Ask Your Doctor About

“Show host; conducts interviews and frames narrative about pharmaceutical naming”

Pharmaceutical brand naming processes and methodologiesFDA drug name approval requirements and regulationsMedication error prevention through visual name differentiation
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · May 8, 2026

A History of the United States in 100 Objects

“Host of the episode and narrator of the new 100 Objects series”

American history through material cultureObject-based historical narrativeInstitutional vs. grassroots historical documentation
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · May 5, 2026

Enshittification

“Podcast host conducting interviews and framing enshittification discussion”

Right-to-Repair LegislationDigital Locks and DMCA Section 1201Manufacturer Lock-In Strategies
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Apr 28, 2026

Citizen of the World

“Host of 99% Invisible who frames the episode and interviews Scott Gurian about Gary Davis's legacy”

World Citizenship and Alternative Identity DocumentsStatelessness and Refugee DocumentationNation-State Legitimacy and Border Systems
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Apr 24, 2026

Constitution Breakdown #9: Alondra Nelson

“Co-host of the Constitution Breakdown series, conducting interview and framing constitutional law concepts”

Supremacy Clause and federal preemption doctrineState vs. federal AI regulation and federalismAI Bill of Rights framework and principles
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Apr 21, 2026

Co-op City

“Host of 99% Invisible who introduced the episode and provided framing about first seeing Co-op City from a bus”

Cooperative housing structures and equity depositsMitchell-Lama affordable housing programUrban renewal and slum clearance policies
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Apr 14, 2026

RoboUmp Hits the Big Leagues

“Hosts the episode and provides personal perspective on umpiring experience from youth leagues”

Automated Balls and Strikes (ABS) System ImplementationRobot Umpire Technology in BaseballHuman-Machine Collaboration in Sports
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Mar 31, 2026

Service Request #3: Why Is There So Much Litter in San Francisco?

“Host who initiated the service request after noticing lack of trash cans in San Francisco and questioning their placement strategy”

Urban trash management and litter reduction strategiesPublic infrastructure design and procurement processesBehavioral economics and littering psychology
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Mar 17, 2026

Service Request #1: What Happens When I Call 311?

“Executive overseeing 99% Invisible podcast production”

311 Service Infrastructure and OperationsUrban Complaint Management SystemsCity Data Analytics and Mapping
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Feb 27, 2026

Constitution Breakdown #7: California AG Rob Bonta

“Host of 99% Invisible and moderator of constitutional breakdown discussion”

10th Amendment Anti-Commandeering DoctrineFederal Spending Power and Coercive ConditionsSanctuary Jurisdiction Policies
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Feb 24, 2026

The Longest Fence in the World

“Host of 99% Invisible podcast presenting the episode on the world's longest fence”

Dingo Barrier Fence infrastructure and maintenanceWool industry history and economic impact on AustraliaInvasive species management (rabbits, foxes, cats, livestock)
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Feb 17, 2026

Molar City

“Host and creator of 99% Invisible podcast”

Dental tourism economics and pricing disparitiesU.S. healthcare access and affordability crisisMedical tourism ethics and quality standards
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Feb 10, 2026

Artistic License Redux

“Host of 99% Invisible who narrated the episode and discussed license plate collecting with reporter Daniel Ackerman”

License Plate Design HistoryCompelled Speech DoctrineFirst Amendment and Government Speech
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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Twenty Thousand Hertz · Feb 9, 2026

The State of the 20K Multiverse™

“99% Invisible podcast host mentioned as influence on Dallas's storytelling approach”

Podcast to Video Platform Expansion StrategyAudio Storytelling vs. Visual Storytelling TechniquesAlgorithmic Discovery in Podcasting vs. Video Platforms
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99% Invisible

99% Invisible · Feb 3, 2026

The Em Dash

“Host of 99% Invisible podcast; guided investigation into em dash history and cultural significance.”

Em dash history and evolution in English literatureAI-generated text detection and markersPunctuation as cultural and stylistic expression
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What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law

What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law · Nov 28, 2025

What Is a War?

“Podcast host and fellow student asking clarifying questions about constitutional war power doctrine”

Presidential War Power and Constitutional AuthorityWar Powers Resolution Compliance and Enforcement2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF)
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What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law

What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law · Jul 25, 2025

Bad Faith President

“Host of the podcast who guides discussion and asks clarifying questions about constitutional law and executive power.”

Posse Comitatus Act and exceptionsInsurrection Act and presidential emergency powersNational Guard federalization
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What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law

What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law · Jun 10, 2025

The Return of Con Law

“Host of the podcast exploring constitutional law issues and Trump administration actions”

Alien Enemies Act constitutional interpretation and scopeExecutive power during wartime versus peacetimeDue process rights for non-citizens and undocumented immigrants
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