Evolving Perspectives on the American Dream and Middle-Class Values

In this episode of Upzoned, host Abby Newsham is joined by Kevin Klinkenberg, an urban designer, planner and executive director of a place management organization. They discuss how a middle-class life — especially homeownership — has become increasingly difficult for younger generations to attain. They also cover the factors that contribute to this difficulty and possible responses.

• Transcript available on our site.

• “Is a Middle Class Life Still Attainable?” by Tom Owens, Aaron Renn Substack (December 2024).

• Read more from Kevin Klinkenberg on Strong Towns or his Substack The Messy City.

• Abby Newsham (X/Twitter).

• Theme Music by Kemet the Phantom.