Roots of internet infrastructure are under the ocean -- and date to the mid-1800s

By Ramtin Arablouei

Published November 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM CST

Throughline's Ramtin Arablouei speaks with Bill Burns and Cyrus Field IV on the makings of the first transatlantic cable.

Ramtin Arablouei

Ramtin Arablouei is co-host and co-producer of NPR's podcast Throughline, a show that explores history through creative, immersive storytelling designed to reintroduce history to new audiences.

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