How the 1939 & 1964 World's Fairs Built (and Broke) America's Future

Takeaways:The significance of the 1964-65 and 1939 World's Fairs, highlighting their cultural impact and technological showcases.Robert Moses played a pivotal role in shaping the 1964 World's Fair, emphasizing his complex legacy as a master builder and controversial figure.The 1939 Fair introduced groundbreaking technological concepts, while the 1964 Fair faced societal challenges amid the Civil Rights Movement.Attendees of the 1964 World's Fair experienced a juxtaposition of optimism for the future against a backdrop of political unrest and social change.Links referenced in this episode:billcotter.comCompanies mentioned in this episode:New York TelephoneIHOPCoca ColaTexas InstrumentsFordGeneral ElectricSinclair OilIBMDisneyPepsi