Story of Miami

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Bonus Episode - Season 2 Wrap-Up Jul 11, 2020

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With Miami’s prehistory complete, Paul and Nick discuss what we’ve learned about how our city’s roots still impact us today, and share some interesting tidbits that didn’t make the final cut.

Episode 21 - 1896 Jun 27, 2020

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A city is born.

Episode 20 - The Business Jun 13, 2020

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A colossus appears in Florida, and with stunning proficiency, conjures a brand new economic model out of the forgotten coast, reaching the very doorstep of Biscayne Bay.

Episode 19 - Tycoon May 30, 2020

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As the world is transformed by steel and oil, one industrious man pockets the wealth of a nation, and one fearless woman makes a bold investment in Biscayne Bay.

Episode 18 - Pioneer Days May 16, 2020

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In the final days of the last frontier of Florida, we dive into what life was really like for those who blazed the trail.

Episode 17 - Frontier Towns May 02, 2020

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Through steady and uninterrupted growth, Biscayne Bay finally reaches critical mass, as Miami's oldest neighborhoods - one for leisure, and one for work - appear along the waterfront.

Episode 16 - The Carpetbagger Apr 18, 2020

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In the aftermath of the Civil War, a new beginning for Miami is led by an unscrupulous politician, and an array of influential figures who find their homes on these promising shores.

Episode 15 - A House Divided Apr 04, 2020

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The miserable toll of centuries of slavery finally comes due, tearing the nation asunder and throwing Biscayne Bay into a desperate purgatory.

Episode 14 - Taking Measure Mar 21, 2020

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A growing need for infrastructure and order brings new innovations to Biscayne Bay, as visions of immense engineering efforts begin to germinate.

Episode 13 - A Restless Peace Mar 07, 2020

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While the nation strides boldly into a prosperous future, the vexing forces and halting pace of progress in Florida continue to perplex.