Scratch & Win – Episode: A Note from The Big Dig Team

Release Date: June 12, 2024
Host/Author: GBH News

Introduction

In this special episode of Scratch & Win, host Ian Coss delivers a heartfelt message from the creators of The Big Dig amidst the celebration of their recent accolades. Filmed at the prestigious Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, during the 84th Annual Peabody Awards, the episode serves as both a gratitude note to listeners and an exciting teaser for future projects.

Celebrating the Peabody Award

At the outset, Ian introduces the team:

• Ian Coss: Host and Producer
• Devin Maverick Robbins: Executive Producer
• Lacey Roberts: Editor
• Isabel Hibberd: Producer

Ian expresses the team's astonishment and honor in receiving a Peabody Award for The Big Dig. He states:

“We are just honored and amazed to have won a Peabody Award this year for The Big Dig. It’s been such an unbelievable journey this past year since it came out in a way that I just don't think any of us really imagined. So really, thank you.”
— Ian Coss [01:09]

Devin echoes Ian's sentiments, emphasizing the collective achievement:

“To our awesome listeners, thank you for your incredible support and for joining us on this journey. We are absolutely so grateful to have you aboard. This is a huge honor and it belongs also to each and every one of you.”
— Devin Maverick Robbins [02:11]

Gratitude to Listeners

The team takes a moment to acknowledge the pivotal role listeners have played in their success. Devin reiterates the appreciation multiple times, highlighting the importance of the audience's support in making The Big Dig a success.

Teasing Future Projects

Ian shifts the conversation towards the future, hinting at upcoming content without revealing specifics:

“It's not about infrastructure per se, but it is about something that is very present in our lives. It's a little smaller. It's a little smaller than a tunnel. Small but mighty. So stay tuned.”
— Ian Coss [02:51]

Isabel Hibberd provides a broader overview of the podcast's ongoing narrative structure:

“This series you're listening to right now is part of an ongoing feed telling stories from the past to help us understand our present. Our first season is all about infrastructure. The second season is about gambling. And we've got more seasons planned.”
— Isabel Hibberd [03:14]

She encourages listeners to subscribe and stay engaged for more compelling stories:

“We've got some really exciting stories coming up, and I hope you'll stay with us.”
— Isabel Hibberd [03:14]

Conclusion

The episode wraps up with the team expressing their gratitude once more and a casual sign-off, hinting at more engaging content ahead:

“Thanks again and also stay tuned in this very feed...”
— Ian Coss [02:25]

They conclude by inviting listeners to follow or subscribe to the podcast to remain updated on future releases.

Key Takeaways

• Peabody Award Recognition: The Big Dig has been honored with a Peabody Award, marking a significant achievement for the team.
• Listener Appreciation: The creators extend heartfelt thanks to their audience, attributing their success to listener support.
• Future Content Tease: A new series focused on gambling is slated for early 2025, with more seasons planned, continuing the podcast’s mission to explore historical narratives that illuminate the present.
• Engagement Invitation: Listeners are encouraged to subscribe and stay tuned for upcoming stories that promise to be both intriguing and insightful.

Notable Quotes

• Ian Coss:
  “We are just honored and amazed to have won a Peabody Award this year for The Big Dig. It’s been such an unbelievable journey this past year since it came out in a way that I just don't think any of us really imagined. So really, thank you.”
  [01:09]

• Devin Maverick Robbins:
  “To our awesome listeners, thank you for your incredible support and for joining us on this journey. We are absolutely so grateful to have you aboard. This is a huge honor and it belongs also to each and every one of you.”
  [02:11]

• Ian Coss:
  “It's not about infrastructure per se, but it is about something that is very present in our lives. It's a little smaller. It's a little smaller than a tunnel. Small but mighty. So stay tuned.”
  [02:51]

• Isabel Hibberd:
  “This series you're listening to right now is part of an ongoing feed telling stories from the past to help us understand our present. Our first season is all about infrastructure. The second season is about gambling. And we've got more seasons planned.”
  [03:14]

Produced by the Peabody Award-winning team behind “The Big Dig,” Scratch & Win is committed to delivering compelling stories that bridge the past and present. Subscribe now to join in on the journey.