4min chapter

Freakonomics Radio cover image

435. Why Are Cities (Still) So Expensive?

Freakonomics Radio

CHAPTER

Intro

This chapter examines the escalating costs of living in major cities like New York City, particularly amidst the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the paradox of heightened desirability leading to soaring housing prices and discusses historical trends and potential solutions for improving urban housing affordability.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode