Econ talk is a weekly podcast from the library of economics and liberty. Today, Russ Roberts talks with Judge Glock about how to make cities nicer. He argues that government should be more focused on public space rather than private areas such as your home.
Economic historian Judge Glock talks to EconTalk host Russ Roberts about zoning and the housing market. Glock argues the impact on zoning on housing affordability is small and that we should learn to love property taxes as long as they're administered properly. The conversation includes a discussion of the environmental impact of urban sprawl--Glock argues sprawl has certain environmental benefits.