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The Long Build
The week’s big stories, talked through. Grant has a builder’s eye for scale: the tonnage, the distances, the years, and the moment a hard problem gave way. Tess keeps the people in view: who did the work, who paid, and what it changed for everyone else.
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The Long Build S01E03 — Monday Nov 9
Nov 10, 2026 · 12:22
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This episode explores some of the most audacious and massive projects humanity has ever undertaken, from linking continents to putting people on the Moon. We dive deep in...
The Long Build S01E02 — Colossal Engineering, Apollo, and Scale
Nov 10, 2026 · 13:07
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This episode dives into the incredible ambition and engineering marvels that overcome daunting natural barriers, with a deep look at the English Channel Tunnel. Discover ...
The Long Build S01E01 — Monday Nov 9
Nov 10, 2026 · 15:06
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This episode of The Long Build explores the monumental engineering feat of the Channel Tunnel, often called the Chunnel. We delve into the audacious vision, the decades o...