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How Google Maps changed our brains

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March 12, 2026

Google Maps has been around for more than 20 years, and in that time, the way we navigate around has completely changed.

The Endless Thread team talks to the guys behind the YouTube series Map Men.

This segment aired on March 12, 2026.

Amory Sivertson Host and Senior Producer, Podcasts

Amory Sivertson is a senior producer for podcasts and the co-host of Endless Thread.

Emily Jankowski is a sound designer for WBUR’s podcast department.

Ben Brock Johnson Director, Digital Audio

Ben Brock Johnson is the director of digital audio at WBUR and co-host of the podcast, Endless Thread.

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