#747 - Tom Luongo & Jim Kunstler
Shaun Newman Podcast
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Contrasting Childhoods: Suburbia vs. Urban Life
This chapter examines the differences between growing up in suburban and urban settings, focusing on the authors' experiences transitioning from Queens to Highland Mills. It discusses the tight-knit community in the suburbs, adventures in Manhattan, and the struggles small towns face including economic decline and the impact of urban design. The conversation further critiques contemporary public spaces and highlights grassroots efforts for urban redevelopment, particularly in cities like Detroit.
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