The “urban doom loop” could be coming to a city near you

The podcast discusses the 'urban doom loop' threatening midsize cities due to vacant office spaces. It explores the consequences of this loop, such as financial crises and population decline. The podcast also presents creative solutions to repurpose office buildings and enhance city resilience. Additionally, it mentions a luxurious spa experience and the trend of transforming empty offices into hospitals and apartments. The discussion includes exploring ways to increase demand for empty office buildings through relaxation of regulations and new technologies.