Exploring the role of malls in the digital era, this chapter reflects on the value of physical spaces for socializing and gathering. The speaker discusses the continued desire for communal experiences, highlights a book on mall history, and mentions the departure of John from the show.
Package theft is on the rise, and it affects everyone, from the retailer, to shippers, to consumers. So maybe it’s time to take a cue from Gen Z and go back to the mall.
This episode was produced by Jon Ehrens, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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