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Jayson De Leon

Jayson De Leon

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Producer, 99% Invisible

New York, Providence

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deviant behavior and black issues criminal justice culture and history.technology internet culture

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He does not cover anything unrelated to sports.

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Total articles 8

  • Flag Days: Unfolding a Moment

    By Jayson De Leon Verified| 99% Invisible@ Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag. At least, that’s what we were taught in school, and what a particularly famous painting depicts. But when historians go searching … there’s no proof to be found. The prevailing theories based on the evidence, however, are arguably more interesting than the simplified legend that often gets repeated, revealing nuances about the creation of America’s flag.

    By Jayson De Leon Verified · 99% Invisible

    Jun. 07, 2022

  • Can Nipsey Hussle’s death bring peace to LA’s gangs?

    By Mary Wilson Verified, Jayson De Leon Verified, Ethan Brooks Verified| WESA-FM (Pittsburgh, PA) Verified By Mary Wilson, Jayson De Leon, Ethan Brooks • 1 hour ago 2030_-_seg_c_-_nipsey.mp3 In the days after rapper Nipsey Hussle was killed, members of rival gangs across Los Angeles came together to mourn his death. In the months since, that mourning has turned into action as gang leaders attempt to broker peace within their warring factions. Now that some have reached a tentative cease-fire, the question now is: Will it last?

    By Mary Wilson Verified, Jayson De Leon Verified, Ethan Brooks Verified · WESA-FM (Pittsburgh, PA)

    Jul. 25, 2019

  • Flag Days: Unfolding a Moment

    By Jayson De Leon Verified| 99% Invisible@ Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag. At least, that’s what we were taught in school, and what a particularly famous painting depicts. But when historians go searching … there’s no proof to be found. The prevailing theories based on the evidence, however, are arguably more interesting than the simplified legend that often gets repeated, revealing nuances about the creation of America’s flag.

    By Jayson De Leon Verified · 99% Invisible

    Jun. 07, 2022

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99% Invisible

99% Invisible is a popular podcast that explores the hidden aspects of design and architecture that shape our everyday lives. Founded by Roman Mars, the podcast is produced by 99% Invisible Inc., which became part of SiriusXM in April 2021. Known for its engaging storytelling and rich sound production, the podcast covers a wide range of topics related to design, architecture, and urban planning. The company produces a weekly podcast with over 430 episodes, available on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Pandora, and the SiriusXM app. Each episode is complemented by a web companion piece that offers additional insights. 99% Invisible has also published a book titled *The 99% Invisible City*, which became a *New York Times* Best Seller, providing readers with a deeper understanding of urban design and architecture. With approximately 500 million downloads, the podcast has a large and dedicated audience.

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Founded: 2010