The US Capitol is an iconic symbol of democratic power, but the building itself has a hidden side that few visitors ever see. pplpod goes beyond the marble façade and public tours to explore the working Capitol—the offices, infrastructure, support systems, and physical spaces where the actual business of Congress happens. This episode reveals how the building's architecture shapes governance and how the physical environment influences political outcomes.

Key Topics Covered:

• Capitol Architecture and Design: The original vision for the building and how it's been expanded and modified over centuries.
• Functional Space ...