Roman Mars

Roman Mars is the host and creator of 99% Invisible, a podcast that delves into the unseen and overlooked aspects of design, architecture, and the built environment. He's also the co-author of a book based on the podcast, THE 99% INVISIBLE CITY: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design, and has delivered a popular TED Talk about flags. His work explores the subtle forces and stories that shape our world.
Recommendations

A book about the hidden forces that shape our world in terms of design and architecture, based on the 99% Invisible podcast.

A fiction book that Roman Mars couldn't put down, noted for its dialogue and accents reminiscent of those he grew up with.

A high-level survey of American history brought to life in a new way by Jill Lepore, who is also the narrator of the audiobook version.

Recommended by many to Roman Mars, this book is next in his serious book queue.
Editions
On architecture, Bull Mountain, and experiencing alien landscapes in New Mexico