Segment from Little Caesars Movers and Shakedowns A caller asks the hosts whether corruption is always a part of machine politics. Rewind 15 seconds Play Fast-forward 15 seconds 00:00:00 / 00:00:00 Mute See Share options All segments from Little Caesars Rock the Vote Robert Church, the son of the South’s first black millionaire, used his wealth to build a black-run political machine in Memphis. 00:05:33 Power Brokers The hosts talk about the nature of local power in the 18th and 19th century. 00:02:17 Hey Ladies Host Ed Ayers interviews historian Sarah Deutsch about women reformers in 19th century Boston, who had a major influence on how American cities were run — even though they couldn’t vote. 00:07:20 Current segment Movers and Shakedowns A caller asks the hosts whether corruption is always a part of machine politics. 00:05:53 More Machine than Man Host Brian Balogh interviews author Adam Cohen about the legacy of Mayor Richard J. Daley, who shaped Chicago in ways that are still visible today. 00:08:05 Welcome to the Neighborhood Producer Steven Jackson profiles the Chicago suburb of Oak Park, and the challenges facing residents who wanted to diversify the area. 00:09:10 Not Dead Yet Producer Kelly Jones talks with the hosts about the surprising history of coroners, and how this position was used as a stepping stone to greater political power. 00:07:38 Let Your Freak Flag Fly Producer Nina Earnest brings us the story of gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s unlikely campaign to become sheriff of Pitkin County, Colorado. 00:09:41