In case folks are not subscribed to #99PercentInvisible for some reason, there is a great new episode about the history of #WestOakland and @alexismadrigal's new book on the subject!
https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/620-beautiful-west-oakland-california/
Beautiful West Oakland, California - 99% Invisible
When you cross the Bay Bridge from San Francisco to Oakland, one of the first things you notice is the massive industrial cranes that line its shores. Those cranes have become a symbol of Oakland – one way the city showcases its importance and connection to the global economy. Every year, billions of dollars’ worth
